Candidate Questionnaire: Levy Taxes or Lobby the Legislature?
How do you vote on the Resolution Against Losing Local Control? […]
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2024 Auto Insurance Comparison
BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Insurance Department today released the results of its annual cost comparison survey of auto insurance companies in North Dakota, which illustrates the various factors and rates drivers pay for coverage. Participating insurance companies were asked to provide quotes based on 12 scenarios with varying factors, including age, family size, […]
Minot Park District Agenda | May 21, 2024
The Minot Park Board will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 5:30 PM in Room 203 of the Minot Municipal Auditorium. The meeting will begin with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the approval of the minutes from the April 16, 2024 meeting, and the approval of bills totaling $781,141.76 and […]
Ward County Commission Agenda | May 21, 2024
The Ward County Commission will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers at the Ward County Administrative Building, located at 315 3rd St SE. The meeting will begin with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the roll call and approval of the meeting agenda. The action […]
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City Council Agenda | May 20, 2024
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, May 20, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s office at 857-4752. This meeting will include the roll call, Pledge […]
The Invisible Crisis Threatening America’s Food Superpower Status
Water, water, everywhere underground for all the crops to drink. But it’s staring to run out. And when it does, so will our food security. The video from the Wall Street Journal has the full story. […]
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North Dakota Among States With the Lowest Housing Inventory
There were 1,676 active real estate listings in North Dakota last month. That puts us on the list of the five states with the lowest amount of active listed units. The other states with the lowest inventory include New Hampshire, Alaska, Vermont, and Rhode island. This data was brought together by Quartz, and shares the […]
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These cities are offering free child care to parents and business property tax breaks
In Anchorage, Alaska, a sales tax on recreational marijuana is paying for child care and freeing up parents to enter the workforce. It’s just one example from around the country where the challenge of child care is an increasing detriment to workforce and economic development. In many cities, municipalities are getting directly involved with providing […]
A Champagne Cocktail for Syttende Mai
Get ready for Norwegian Constitution Day with a delicious Kir Royale recipe! This special take on the classic cocktail features raspberry sorbet, perfect for a festive celebration. Unlike ice cream, sorbet won’t curdle and adds a creamy texture to your drink. Simply place a scoop of sorbet in a glass, add Crème de Cassis, lemon […]
2nd annual Mac & Cheese festival headed to Mandan
The competition for America’s most comfortable comfort food would have a lot of contestants, but ‘mac & cheese’ would most certainly be on the list. And if you’re a lover of the savory staple, you may want to check out Bismarck’s Mac & Cheese Festival this weekend. Get the full story on a creative way […]
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Burgum establishes Office of Outdoor Recreation to enhance private sector partnerships, maximize impact
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum, alongside state agency officials and partner organizations, today announced the establishment of the North Dakota Office of Outdoor Recreation to grow North Dakota’s outdoor recreation economy by strengthening partnerships with the private sector and increasing collaboration among all stakeholders to seize the incredible natural and economic opportunities our great […]
North Dakota policy, political rhetoric overlook transgender kids
The following commentary was written by Faye Seidler and originally published on the North Dakota Monitor. The source article is available by link at the bottom. Between April and May of 2023, Gov. Doug Burgum signed into law eight bills targeting trans individuals. These bills covered items such as banning medically necessary care, restricting where […]
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The Death of the Mall is a Myth
It’s hard not to walk through Dakota Square these days and wonder what the future holds. Many spaces are vacant; depending on when you’re there, many stores are closed and keeping irregular hours. But Minot is not alone or an outlier in this trend. But according to Kevin McCrain, CEO of a company that owns […]
West Fargo Revises Hiring Process to Attract More Applicants
West Fargo has revised its hiring policy, aiming to simplify the process and encourage more applicants. The previous and also recently revised policy required a hiring committee for all department head positions, leading to public meetings. Now, the city administrator will have more discretion and can consult with commissioners as needed. This change is seen […]
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Devils Lake Voters Say Yes to $27 Million Referendum for School Improvements
In Devils Lake, North Dakota, a $27.7 million referendum passed to renovate two schools, with an impressive 64% margin of approval. The renovations will include upgrades to Central Middle School and Prairie View Elementary School, aiming to address various infrastructure and accessibility issues. The community’s strong support for the referendum is commendable, and Superintendent Ned […]
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West Fargo joins the flock of cities that allow backyard chickens
West Fargo residents can now apply for permits to keep chickens in their backyard, following the approval of a new ordinance. While some are concerned about potential issues like attracting predators and messy yards, others believe it’s a positive move in line with other nearby cities. The ordinance will require an annual permit for up […]
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