President Trump’s latest announcement has reignited deep tensions between Washington and Portland. Declaring he will deploy U.S. troops to defend Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities from what he called “domestic terrorists,” the president offered few legal or logistical details but authorized “full[...]
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‘Tell your story’: Rancher harnesses social media success
At the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association convention in Minot, Texas rancher Tucker Brown urged cattle producers to pair tradition with technology to secure the future of their businesses. Known for his popular social media presence, Brown shared how telling his family’s ranching[...]
Fargo considers shorter on-street parking limits to improve availability
Fargo is weighing changes to downtown parking after a new survey showed certain on-street spots are in especially high demand. Consultants told city leaders that shorter time limits could free up spaces for more drivers while nudging longer-term parkers into ramps and[...]
2000 Trees for Minot receives state tree award
Fourteen “Trees Award” winners from across the state were recognized at the 35th Trees Bowl and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, September 13th, 2025. The Trees Awards recognize individuals, organizations, and agencies who contribute in an outstanding way to forestry activities. Forestry activities[...]
Minot Symphony Opens Centennial Season October 4th with International Guest Artist
Minot, ND – September 23, 2025 — The Minot Symphony Orchestra (MSO) proudly announces the opening concert of its landmark 100th season on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 7 pm in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall at Minot State University. This milestone performance[...]
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Ward County adopts budget with lower taxes
Ward County residents could see modest relief on their property tax bills next year under a budget adopted Friday by county commissioners. The owner of a $225,000 home would pay about $22 less on the county’s share, while farmland owners would see[...]
Port of Vancouver says record volumes of cargo moved during first half of 2025
Canada’s busiest port is moving record volumes as businesses look beyond the United States for new markets. The Port of Vancouver handled 85 million metric tonnes in the first half of 2025, up 13% from a year earlier, driven largely by crude[...]
An Indiana councilman saw politics turning toxic. Now he’s launching a national civility movement.
In Carmel, Indiana, a city councilman’s unease with the tone of local politics has grown into a national call for civility. After Jeff Worrell discovered a book on the subject that struck a chord, he launched Project Civility, a nonprofit dedicated to[...]
NDSU music programs receive $9 million upgrade
North Dakota State University’s music programs just received a major boost with more than $9 million in upgrades to their facilities. The Reinecke Fine Arts Center, now rededicated as Challey Hall, features a new 10,000-square-foot addition with rehearsal areas, recording studios, and[...]
‘Happiest place in the world’: Longtime Høstfest performer reflects on festival
At Minot’s Norsk Høstfest, tradition and memory come alive inside the Livets Loft, a new space celebrating the festival’s history and the people who shaped it. Among them is pianist Gordon “Crazy Fingers” Lindquist, who has performed here for nearly 40 years.[...]
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U.S. economy grew more than expected in the second quarter, at a 3.8% pace
The U.S. economy showed surprising strength this spring, expanding at a 3.8% annual pace after an earlier report pegged growth much lower. Consumer spending proved far stronger than expected, while a sharp drop in imports gave GDP a boost. The rebound follows[...]
Meta’s massive Louisiana data center needs a $3 billion power upgrade. Who should foot the bill?
In rural Louisiana, Meta is building one of the world’s largest data centers — a project so massive it will use more electricity than New Orleans on its hottest day. The $10 billion facility promises jobs and investment, but much of the[...]
Chart: Check out how fast China is shifting to renewables
China’s energy system is shifting at remarkable speed. For the first time, clean power sources met more than 80% of new electricity demand last year, a sharp break from the past decade. Solar and wind now outpace coal, and fossil-fueled power generation[...]
Dakota College Announces Fall Enrollment :: Dakota College at Bottineau
Enrollment for Dakota College at Bottineau (DCB) is up this fall, with headcount hitting another all-time high. The North Dakota University System calculates official fall enrollment for all 11 colleges and universities on the 20th instructional day of the semester. This year,[...]
North Dakota Land Board to up infrastructure investment; puts $100M to data center fund
North Dakota’s Land Board is shifting its investment strategy, leaning more into infrastructure and equities while pulling back on real estate and bonds. The move reflects the boom in artificial intelligence and the massive demand for data centers. On Wednesday, the board[...]
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North Dakota hits highest number of West Nile cases since 2019
North Dakota is grappling with its highest West Nile virus surge since 2019, reporting 78 cases so far this year. Health officials say a wet summer created the worst mosquito conditions in two decades, fueling infections across the state. While most cases[...]