Article courtesy of KFGO News

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFGO) – A number of Ukrainian refugees are making North Dakota their new home.

State Refugee Coordinator Holly Triska-Dally, says several communities across the state have welcomed at least one family including Bismarck-Mandan, Fargo, Grand Forks, Glenfield, Medora, Jamestown, and Williston.

Those Ukrainians arriving all have known connections, family, and friends who are sponsors.

Triska-Dolly says the admission process moves through the Department of Homeland Security very quickly. Background checks are conducted on both sponsors and refugees.

Several other requirements are necessary but the process can be completed in two weeks.