In Verse: Life Sentences

winter afternoon sunyou make the Scots pineinto a sun dial *** the blue light spreadssouthwest to northeastacross the river valley Cover photo courtesy of Rick Watson; captured by Wendy Voeller, Wiess Photo Creations.

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Saskatchewan’s canola crushing dreams crushed by FCL plant cancelation

Premier Scott Moe’s ambitious plans for a robust canola industry have just hit a major snag. The Federative Co-operatives Ltd.-AGT Food plant, once poised to transform canola into renewable diesel, has seen its venture indefinitely paused. Following Bunge Ltd.’s takeover of Viterra, jobs have been lost, and dreams shuttered—not exactly a winning streak for Saskatchewan.

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On This Day | Wednesday, January 22nd

On this day in 1927 Teddy Wakelam provided the first live radio commentary of a football match, covering the game between Arsenal F.C. and Sheffield United at Highbury, marking a milestone in sports broadcasting. On this day in 1944, Allied forces began Operation Shingle, landing at Anzio and Nettuno in Italy during World War II,

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On This Day | Brought a Knife to a Gun Fight

When they go outside, Gately secured a Winchester from his wagon near by and leveled it at Wilhelm, who turned and started back into the store, drawing an automatic revolver as he did so

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On This Day | Where Have all the Great Scots Gone

Hoot Mon! Dinna ye know that the Scots were going to entertain? The Minot Burns club will hold their annual celebration on the anniversary of the birth of the great Scottish bard at the

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On This Day | Earned Accolades

The editor of the Independent was honored by the North Dakota newspapermen at the state press meeting held at Bismarck last week, be being made President of the North Dakota Press Association.

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On This Day | The Magic is Happening

If any mistakes are made in the future, it will be our own fault. Let us profit by the errors of the past. Let us study the conditions as they are and speculate on

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On This Day | Minot Chamber Organizes

The membership of the new organization now numbers nearly a thousand. The new organization hopes to benefit every walk in life. It is strictly non-partisan and its sole object is to further the interests

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The Hidden Cost of America’s Infrastructure Spending Habits

Astrophysicists, when faced with the overwhelming vastness of the universe, focus their search for understanding on anomalies — those edge occurrences that seemingly defy the rules. Anomalies challenge assumptions and reveal underlying truths about the systems we observe. The extremes are an insight into the ordinary. Today, I want to look at a utility investment

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Following tax spike, property tax relief ideas head before Montana lawmakers

Property taxes are front and center at Montana’s Capitol, where surging bills are squeezing homeowners and renters alike. Lawmakers are weighing solutions that could bring relief — but the paths diverge. Governor Gianforte’s proposal targets second homes and high-end properties, aiming to shift the tax burden while rewarding primary residents. Meanwhile, Democrats are pushing for

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Cities can’t afford ‘business as usual’ amid extreme events

Cities used to be judged mainly by their economy and infrastructure, but today’s world demands a new approach. As climate change and technological advances reshape our landscapes, cities must pivot to resilience and adaptability to stay competitive. Consider Miami—a city taking proactive steps against climate risks—which now stands as a model for attracting investment. With

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On This Day | Tuesday, January 21st

On this day in 1793, King Louis XVI of France was executed by guillotine in Paris, marking a pivotal moment in the French Revolution and the end of the monarchy. On this day in 1924, Vladimir Lenin, the leader of the Bolshevik Revolution and the first head of the Soviet state, died, leading to a

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On This Day | Minot the Immoral!

Since writing my letter of yesterday, I have found that Velva has a committee here in Bismarck working for the Normal School to be located at Velva in McHenry County. The cheap argument advanced

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On This Day | Found Standing Up

It is thought that some of the stock strayed away and the young man mounted a horse and went after them. Becoming lost in the storm, he must have fallen off his horse, which

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On This Day | Teddy the Indomitable

Recently he was responsible for an order which among other things compelled officers to ride thirty miles, three days in succession in the way of a practical practice. There was any amount of kicking

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On This Day | Minot Man Invents Air Ship

Mr. Dorman does not believe that any of the ships yet made are practical and thinks when the successful ship is made, it will be a very simple affair, so much so that people

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