Minot is poised to add a major new chapter to its growing arts and culture scene. Local Motives has secured a multi-year national grant that will bring a free outdoor music series to Citizens Alley from 2026 through 2028—an investment that places[...]
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President Lincoln Provides Comment on Battle of Gettysburg
Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. Now we are engaged in a great civil war, testing whether that[...]
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The Department of War rebrand Estimated to Cost $2 billion
The debate over what to call America’s military headquarters took a sharp turn this week, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth personally helped attach a new “Department of War” sign to the Pentagon. The moment signaled the Trump administration’s push for a full[...]
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Ukraine Endures Massive Drone and Missile Assault Across Multiple Regions
Russia’s latest overnight barrage left a grim trail across Ukraine, killing civilians, destroying homes, and pushing the country’s energy grid into emergency shutdowns. Officials say hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles were launched in waves, striking regions far from the front[...]
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2025 NDSF shatters records; Organizers reveal theme, new tech, and upgrades for 2026
After a record-breaking summer, the North Dakota State Fair isn’t coasting — it’s gearing up for an even bigger sequel. Organizers say the 2025 fair set new highs in attendance, spending, and reach, drawing visitors from every state and beyond. Now they’re[...]
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Seasonal pop-up bar to open next week in Minot
Downtown Minot is getting a dose of holiday magic, courtesy of a pop-up bar built entirely around Christmas cheer. Miracle on First returns to the Magic City later this month, offering nostalgic décor, seasonal cocktails, and a place for adults to unwind[...]
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The pilot of an F-22 just controlled a drone wingman in flight
The Air Force just took a notable step toward its vision of pairing fighter pilots with autonomous wingmen. During an October test over Nevada, an F-22 pilot used a simple tablet to direct an MQ-20 Avenger drone—an early, real-world look at manned-unmanned[...]
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New ranch project brings visitors closer to Bully Pulpit Golf Course
Medora is gearing up for another leap forward, as the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation unveils plans for a new lodging and event development alongside the Bully Pulpit Golf Course. The Ranch at Bully Pulpit will bring cabins, an event center, and a[...]
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$50M in agriculture research funding secured for NDSU and partners in 2026
North Dakota agriculture is set for a major boost, and NDSU will be at the center of it. During a roundtable with researchers and producers, Sen. John Hoeven outlined more than $50 million secured for FY 2026 — funding aimed at everything[...]
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City Cancels EPIC TIF Agreement at The Tracks
The City of Minot is moving to recoup $350,000 in taxes tied to a southwest development that never lived up to its end of a Tax Increment Financing agreement. After progress at The Tracks stalled—and developers signaled they won’t build the promised[...]
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Sanford Health to build $500 million hospital in Rapid City
South Dakota’s health care landscape is about to change in a big way. Speaking softly but with unmistakable pride, philanthropist Denny Sanford announced his latest gift — a $300 million contribution toward a new medical campus in Rapid City. It’s the newest[...]
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Rowdy turkey steals the show at annual North Dakota pardon
North Dakota kept a lighthearted tradition alive this week as Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden granted a full pardon to Ruben, a 40-pound turkey who seemed determined to narrate the ceremony himself. The annual event isn’t just pageantry — it highlights the state’s[...]
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Sustainable Minot business program returns after two-year hiatus
Minot’s push for a cleaner, more sustainable future is picking up momentum again, and this time it comes with resources to help. The Sustainable Minot business program, relaunched after a two-year pause, is inviting local businesses, schools, churches, and organizations to take[...]
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Billions of Legacy Fund dollars are shielded from public disclosure, considered confidential
North Dakota’s Legacy Fund now holds more than $13 billion, yet big portions of it remain out of public view — and that secrecy is turning into a political fight. Lawmakers, lawyers, and everyday taxpayers are pressing for details about where billions[...]
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North Dakota utility regulators to consider state’s first-ever battery storage sites
For the first time, North Dakota utility regulators are considering proposals for massive battery storage sites that would serve as backstops for renewable energy sources. Battery Energy Storage Systems hold energy when it’s produced in excess, such as when wind farms see[...]
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Increasing freshmen enrollment highlight increases at ND colleges and universities
North Dakota’s public colleges are seeing something many states would envy: growth. New enrollment numbers show more than 47,000 students across the University System, including online learners and high schoolers earning dual credit. What stands out most is the freshman bump —[...]