The North Dakota Department of Commerce will open applications for the Rural Catalyst Grant on Tuesday, Oct. 28. This new funding opportunity is designed to support quality of life improvements and economic development projects in rural communities across the state. The reimbursable[...]
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ND Farmers Union President calls out Congressional delegation
North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne directly challenged North Dakota’s Congressional delegation to proactively engage in finding solutions to the economic situation family farmers and ranchers face, largely due to rampant input costs and reckless decisions by the Trump Administration. “We[...]
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Rail Modal Group Celebrates 1000th Train in U.S. as It Comes Out of the Minot Intermodal Facility
Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) is excited to announce that Rail Modal Group (RMG), in partnership with BNSF Railway, recently celebrated the loading of its 1,000th train in the United States that came right out of the Minot intermodal facility, a remarkable[...]
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Northwest Arts Center: INT’L All Media 2025 annual juried exhibition
MINOT, N.D. – The Northwest Arts Center is pleased to present the “INT’L All Media 2025” Annual Juried Exhibition. The exhibition will be on view Oct. 23 through Dec.20, 2025, in the Walter Piehl Gallery at Minot State University. Now in its[...]
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Armstrong appoints Levi Bachmeier to serve as next North Dakota Superintendent of Public Instruction
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today appointed West Fargo School District Business Manager Levi Bachmeier to serve as North Dakota’s next Superintendent of Public Instruction, citing his strong track record of supporting innovation and accountability in the K-12 education system. “Levi[...]
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North Dakota Airports Surpass 100,000 Passengers in September for First Time
(Bismarck, ND) – The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) has released its monthly airline passenger report for the state’s eight commercial service airports. In September 2025, North Dakota airports recorded 103,559 passenger boardings, setting a new all-time high for the month of[...]
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North Dakota’s Badlands named one of National Geographic’s Best of the World: Where to Go in 2026
WASHINGTON–Oct. 21, 2025 – National Geographic today unveiled its annual list of the 25 most awe-inspiring, meaningful and immersive travel experiences for the upcoming year. From Rwandan safaris to the Moroccan oases, this year’s edition of BEST OF THE WORLD encourages readers[...]
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Minot Man Arrested After Molotov Cocktails Spark Mobile Home Fire
On Oct. 18, at approximately 5:46 a.m., the Minot Police Department was dispatched to a southeast Minot residence for a report of individuals burning garbage outside of the residence. Through the officers’ initial investigation, they located evidence consistent with Molotov cocktails being[...]
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Murder Charges Filed Connected to Saturday Shooting in SE Minot
On Oct. 18 at approximately 3:04 p.m., the Minot Police Department was dispatched to a residence in the 10 block of 39th Avenue SE for reports of gunshots. Officers located a male victim, Lance David Phillips, 38, of Minot, who was transported[...]
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Fire contained to bedroom in southeast Minot mobile home
At 6:27 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, the Minot Fire Department was dispatched to the 3100 block of 11th Avenue SE for reports of a mobile home on fire. Crews arrived on scene six minutes later, at 6:33 a.m., and found heavy[...]
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Early morning fire contained semi-truck inside southeast Minot storage unit
At 4:51 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, Minot Fire Department crews were dispatched to the 600 block of 20th Ave SE for reports of a fire inside a storage unit. Crews arrived on scene just five minutes later, at 4:56 a.m., and[...]
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North Dakotans Could See Significant Health Insurance Premium Increases in 2026 if Federal Subsidies End
BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakotans who purchase their own health insurance could face substantial premium increases in 2026 if enhanced federal subsidies are not renewed beyond next year. Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread has approved 2026 rates for Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans,[...]
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Attorney General Warns North Dakotans About Gold Buying Scam
BISMARCK, ND – Attorney General Drew Wrigley today issued a warning to North Dakota residents regarding new scams involving fraudulent government imposters convincing individuals to purchase and transfer gold bars as a means of purportedly safeguarding their money. This scam uses false[...]
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Fedorchak Forum to be held Tuesday, October 21
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) will host a Fedorchak Forum: Conversations with Constituents on Tuesday, October 21, from 5:30–6:15 p.m. CT (4:30–5:15 p.m. MT). This is the sixth in her series of statewide discussions to connect with North Dakotans, answer[...]
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North Dakota Awards $15 Million to Boost Tourism Across 23 Communities; Minot Included
The North Dakota Department of Commerce has awarded $15 million in Destination Development Grants to 23 projects across the state. These investments will enhance tourism infrastructure, elevate visitor experiences, and support long-term economic growth in communities large and small. The 2025 grant[...]
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Statement from NPR on Pentagon’s Press Policy
NPR will never be party to limitations on the independence of the press and the objective, fact-based reporting of our journalists. We will not sign the Administration’s restrictive policy that asks reporters to undermine their commitment of providing trustworthy, independent journalism to[...]