Kathryn Burgum

Canvassing board rejected absentee ballot from Kathryn Burgum

Gov. Doug Burgum & Kathryn Burgum BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — The Cass County Canvassing Board rejected the absentee ballot of Kathryn Burgum, the wife of Republican Gov. Doug Burgum, from the June election. Cheryl Biller, a Democrat who served on the board, confirmed that the panel voted unanimously last month to reject her absentee ballot because of mismatching signatures. The…

North Dakota’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony goes virtual

BISMARCK, N.D. — Christmas festivities have officially begun in North Dakota. Gov. Doug Burgum and First Lady Kathryn Burgum ushered in the holiday season with a virtual Christmas tree lighting at the state capitol. The theme of this year’s tree is “Creating Connections.” It’s a reminder to reach out and stay socially connected this holiday season even while staying physically…