BISMARCK, N.D. — The North Dakota Department of Transportation today announced the start of the 2025 Name-A-Plow Contest inviting North Dakotans to submit name ideas for a snowplow in their home district. The contest is open until Nov. 21 and more information[...]
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AI Certificate becomes reality at NDSU
Artificial intelligence isn’t just shaping the future — it’s becoming part of today’s college curriculum. North Dakota State University is launching a new online certificate in “human factors in AI”, blending technology with communication and real-world application. The 12-credit program, which can[...]
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Kevin O’Leary, North Dakota Wonder Fund CEO accused of fraud in investment lawsuit
A high-profile lawsuit is casting new scrutiny on North Dakota’s $45 million “Wonder Fund” and its ties to Shark Tank investor Kevin O’Leary. Filed in Colorado, the suit accuses O’Leary, his venture firm, and the state-managed fund of misleading investors and officials[...]
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North Dakota fund buys out $1.25M Wonder Fund investment that conflicted with fed rules
North Dakota’s first investment through the new Wonder Fund hasn’t gone quite as planned. The $1.25 million deal with outdoor access startup LandTrust ran afoul of federal rules and had to be quietly bought out by another state fund to avoid penalties.[...]
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Auditions open for Minot Symphony’s Young Artist Competition
For one young musician, the spotlight is about to shine a little brighter. The Minot Symphony Orchestra is hosting its annual Young Artist Competition, offering high schoolers the chance to perform as a featured soloist with the full symphony — and earn[...]
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Trump’s 90,000-Square-Foot Ballroom Plan Puzzles the Experts
The demolition of the White House’s East Wing has made way for something unprecedented — a 90,000-square-foot ballroom and event space envisioned by President Trump. At nearly twice the size of the original mansion and costing $300 million, the scale has architects[...]
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Hunter Pinke Brings Message of Gratitude and Grit to Minot State
MINOT, N.D. – Minot State University’s Severson Entrepreneurship Academy is pleased to announce the Entrepreneurial Perspective: No Bad Days with Hunter Pinke will take place on Nov. 13 at the MSU Student Center Conference Center. The event will begin with a free[...]
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“My Town” docuseries returns for season two, features two North Dakota communities
The documentary series My Town is back for a second season, shining a spotlight on small communities that embody the best of rural America — and this time, two North Dakota towns are in the mix. The season opens with Watford City,[...]
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Longer walks beat shorter strolls for heart health
If your fitness routine consists of short strolls between the desk and the coffee pot, there’s good news — and better advice. A new study finds that one longer, uninterrupted walk each day — about 15 minutes or 1,500 steps — can[...]
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Ward County Commission | November 4, 2025
The Ward County Commission will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 9:00 am in the Commission Chambers at the Ward County Administrative Building, located at 315 3rd St SE. Ward County Commission meetings can be live-streamed through the county’s[...]
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Minot City Council Agenda | November 3, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, November 3, 2025, 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[...]
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The Trump administration move to study aluminum in vaccines worries scientists
The Trump administration is taking a closer look at aluminum salts — a key ingredient in many vaccines for nearly a century — and that’s raising alarm among public health experts. Aluminum helps vaccines work better by strengthening the immune response, and[...]
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Operation Homebound Takes Flight in Minot With Growing Community Support
Minot, N.D. — For hundreds of Minot Air Force Base airmen, there’s no better gift than time spent with loved ones, and thanks to the Minot community, that gift is once again within reach. As the holiday season approaches, the Minot Area[...]
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Food hub pilot holds potential for region
Rural grocery stores are fighting to survive, but a new effort in north-central North Dakota could change the math. The proposed North Central Grocery & Food Hub Initiative aims to link small-town grocers with local producers, cutting costs and expanding access to[...]
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Memo lays out path to removing even more department of defense civilians from their jobs
The Pentagon is tightening the screws on its civilian workforce. A new directive from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth pushes managers to fire employees for poor performance while continuing to nudge others toward early retirement or voluntary resignation. More than 60,000 workers have[...]
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Why Teaching Kids to Manage Emotions Might Be the Key to Better Grades
A new Yale study adds weight to what many teachers already sense: kids learn better when they feel better. Researchers found that students in social-emotional learning programs — which teach skills like managing emotions and calming anxiety — saw academic gains across[...]