Today in Minot

 I don’t need my kids, wife or you to tell me I’m old. I know it. I embrace it. I’ll argue there are a few things done the old-fashioned way which still works just fine for me. I have portable jump starters in all our vehicles....

The North Dakota State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) announced Wednesday that it will not be making any immediate changes to its policies following a new directive from the U.S. Department of Education on race-based policies in education. The federal guidance, issued on February 14, 2025,...

Changes may be coming to Minot’s Social Security office, but officials say there’s no cause for alarm—at least not yet. A federal review is underway, examining office leases nationwide, with an eye toward cost savings. While the Minot location is included in the assessment, statements from both the Social Security Administration and Sen. John Hoeven’s office indicate that no final decisions have been made. The focus, they say, is on efficiency, not closure. Still, for those who rely on in-person services, the outcome of this review will be worth watching.

Minot State University is hosting a Community Symposium titled "Fostering Resilience" on March 21 at the Student Center Conference Center. This event, running from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., will explore trauma-informed care, ethics, and burnout prevention—crucial topics for those in high-stress professions and anyone interested...

This week’s North Dakota Outdoors Webcast features education coordinator Jeff Long, who delves into the National Archery in the Schools Program. He’ll share insights about the program’s impact on students and what to expect at the upcoming state tournament in Minot. Whether you’re an avid follower of youth sports or just curious about local educational initiatives, this discussion highlights an engaging aspect of school activities and the skills they foster among students. Tune in for a closer look.

What does it mean for a nation to win? Not in sports or politics, but in the everyday lives of its people? That’s the question driving How Canada Wins, a new series exploring the ideas, ambition, and determination shaping the country’s future. Over the coming weeks, journalists will connect with leaders, visionaries, and advocates working to strengthen Canadian communities. The goal isn’t just to highlight challenges—it’s to spotlight solutions. Because a great nation isn’t built in theory; it’s built in action, one bold step at a time.

We’ll be watching this series closely from across the border. It strikes us as exactly what local media should be doing and it’s exactly what it used to do, too. Readers of our Ward County Independent column have seen the word “prosperity” often. And one more thing, What happens when a country feels attacked? It gathers up, and finds a way to respond. One outcome is certain from President Trump’s blusterous diplomacy and trade war tactics — it’s inspiring nations to gather up and respond. If you read as much news as we do, you’re seeing the meta signs everywhere.

A trial involving the Dakota Access Pipeline is drawing significant attention as media organizations push for expanded access. Judge James Gion has restricted photography, video, and audio recording during the proceedings in Morton County, citing witness concerns. Media attorney Jack McDonald has filed a petition with the North Dakota Supreme Court for greater transparency, arguing that public interest in the case warrants the ability to view the trial. As jury selection unfolds, the trial promises to address important free speech issues amid a backdrop of controversy between Energy Transfer and Greenpeace.