BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Here are the top stories that dominated the news during the past week, curated by the KX News digital staff: 1: North Dakota’s output increase highest in the nation. As part of a study on output growth across the United States, productivity platform Plus Docs analyzed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics regarding each state's relative change in the quantity of goods and services from 2007 to 2023. When the country's results were compared to one another, it was found that North Dakota has seen tremendous growth in recent years — so much so that it easily eclipses everywhere else in the nation. 2: Bismarck woman killed in two-vehicle crash near Sterling. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the woman was traveling east on Interstate 94 September 29 when she apparently lost control of her vehicle, which crossed the median into the westbound lanes and into a semi-trailer. 3: Gaming: Secret Lair Showcase: Camp Totally Safe. The story of Kamigawa began as a simple battle between the different mortal and Kami factions who call the Japan-inspired world home — but over time, has grown into a tale of blood pacts, stolen children, and a cataclysmic battle over the mysterious item known as That Which Was Taken. 4: Gravel truck fire stumps local police. Berthold Police are investigating the cause of a gravel truck fire that happened on County Road 28 south of Carpio. Police say the truck somehow caught fire on Wednesday. It took firefighters more than an hour to put it out, and three departments were there to assist with the fire. 5: Wild horse advocates hoping to stop latest Theodore Roosevelt National Park roundup. Advocates in North Dakota are upset about a new plan by national parks workers in Medora, who plan to round up more wild horses. Supervisors at Theodore Roosevelt National Park have announced that starting this weekend, they'll begin rounding up wild horses to remove them from the park's south unit. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Today's Top Stories SIGN UP NOW