Oil flows from North Dakota’s Bakken shale are losing steam, with shipments on the Dakota Access Pipeline slipping to their lowest levels of the year. Analysts had expected production to climb into 2026, but softer prices, fewer rigs, and growing competition from[...]
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Watch: Hunter Safety Tips and Ethics
As hunting season approaches, safety and respect remain the most important tools in the field. Brian Schaefer of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department reminds hunters to prepare both mentally and physically, double-check equipment, and practice safe firearm handling. From tree[...]
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Ukraine war latest: NATO engages Russia for first time ever as Poland downs drones amid attack on Ukraine
For the first time in the war, a NATO country has directly engaged Russian military assets. Poland shot down drones that entered its airspace during a massive overnight strike on Ukraine, prompting Prime Minister Donald Tusk to warn lawmakers this is the[...]
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Today’s ICBMs may operate until 2050, GAO says
The Air Force’s plan to replace the aging Minuteman III missiles is faltering so badly that officials may keep the 1970s-era system in service until 2050. A new GAO report points to soaring costs, flawed infrastructure plans, and staffing shortages as drivers[...]
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Government pacing toward increased IT contract spending despite DOGE cuts
The federal government’s spending patterns reveal a system at odds with itself. Despite President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency claiming $206 billion in savings, federal IT spending is heading toward a record $130 billion this year—up from $126 billion in 2024. It’s[...]
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Despite calls to postpone decision, Harwood greenlights $3 billion AI center
Harwood’s leaders have cleared the way for a $3 billion AI data center, siding with speed over more debate. In a special meeting that drew a packed house and sharp criticism, the City Council unanimously rezoned farmland for the 280-megawatt project, allowing[...]
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Minot Advance to Public Voting Phase for Outdoor Concert Grant
Minot, ND — Minot has advanced to the public voting phase for a national Levitt Foundation grant of up to $120,000 to bring 10 free outdoor concerts to downtown Minot each summer from 2026 through 2028. This is a chance for Minot[...]
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Farmer says ‘we’re in a very dire situation’ ahead of harvest—with zero soybean orders from China, historically the largest buyer
American soybean farmers are staring down a harvest season unlike any in recent memory. For the first time in decades, China—the single largest buyer of U.S. soybeans—has not placed an order. That absence is more than symbolic: it leaves roughly a quarter[...]
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Newspapers have bright future in local communities, if they embrace change
Local newspapers in North Dakota are struggling, but a new study suggests communities value them more than ever. Surveys of journalists, executives, and readers reveal both the steep challenges—shrinking staff, rising costs, lost ad revenue—and the enduring trust people place in their[...]
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Minot State to offer degree in engineering, master’s in counseling
MINOT, N.D. – Minot State University announced it is planning to add two new degree offerings in the fall of 2026 with the addition of a Bachelor of Science in Innovation Engineering and a Master of Science in Mental Health and Substance[...]
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Minot Public Schools sees slight enrollment dip
Enrollment trends are often a window into how a community is changing, and Minot Public Schools is seeing a modest shift this fall. The district reports 225 fewer students compared to last year, with elementary schools still accounting for the largest share,[...]
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Tax Commissioner Warns North Dakota Taxpayers of Fraudulent Text Messages
The North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner has been made aware of fraudulent text messages circulating in North Dakota that appear to come from the North Dakota Department of Revenue. These messages request sensitive and confidential information, including bank or credit[...]
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Magic City Discovery Center Opens New “Magic Pathway” Interactive Sidewalk
Minot, N.D. – The Magic City Discovery Center is excited to announce the opening of its newest feature: the Magic Pathway, an interactive, ADA-designed sidewalk lined with outdoor musical instruments that invites children and families to explore sound, rhythm, and movement in[...]
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ND teacher: We can’t shy away from tough artificial intelligence questions
As North Dakota students get caught up with new lesson plans this fall, questions remain about the effects of artificial intelligence on their learning. Teachers hope for thoughtful approaches by school districts. Ahead of this academic year, the National Education Association issued[...]
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The school shooting ‘safety’ industry is worth billions – and it keeps growing
At a school safety conference in Texas, drones armed with pepper balls flew toward a test dummy—one of many high-tech tools pitched as answers to America’s school shooting crisis. The industry has grown into a $4 billion market, offering everything from bulletproof[...]
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Psychology experts call for AI age controls and chatbot tailoring
As artificial intelligence tools weave deeper into mental health care, psychologists are warning against mistaking technology for human connection. Testifying before Congress, experts urged lawmakers to set stronger guardrails—particularly for children—citing risks from unregulated chatbots that can mislead or even endanger vulnerable[...]