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N.D. (NewsDakota.com) Colonel Michael Gerhart, Jr., superintendent of the North Dakota Highway Patrol says Colonel James Prochniak retired after nearly 27 years of distinguished service. 

Prochniak began his career with the NDHP in August 1987 by attending the academy. He was stationed in Bismarck, Minnewaukan, Casselton, and Fargo. In 2009, Prochniak was appointed to the rank of superintendent. Prochniak was awarded the NDHP Meritorious Service Medal for serving with honor and merit.