Today in Minot | Feb 4, 2024

Today is Sunday, February 4th. The sun will rise on the 46th day of winter, and the 35th day of the year at 8:09 AM. We will see 9 hours 40 minutes of daylight before it sets at 5:49 PM.

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Today in Minot | Feb 3, 2024

Today is Saturday, February 3rd. The sun will rise on the 45th day of winter, and the 34th day of the year at 8:11 AM. We will see 9 hours 36 minutes of daylight before it sets at 5:47 PM.

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Today in Minot | Feb 2, 2024

Today is Friday, February 2nd. The sun will rise on the 44th day of winter, and the 33rd day of the year at 8:12 AM. We will see 9 hours 34 minutes of daylight before it sets at 5:46 PM.

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Today in Minot | Feb 1, 2024

Today is Thursday, February 1st. The sun will rise on the 43rd day of winter, and the 32nd day of the year at 8:13 AM. We will see 9 hours 31 minutes of daylight before it sets at 5:44 PM.

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Minot State Hockey Faces Off Against Denver and Colorado College (Preview)

It’s a big weekend for Minot State hockey and the entire athletics program. The men’s hockey team has three ACHA national championships under its belt, and a reputation of success and high standards. But an argument could be made that the biggest games in program history are the exhibition games coming up this weekend in

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City Council Agenda, December 18, 2023

Minot’s City Council will meet tonight at 5:30 in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The following agenda will be considered. Minot City Council meetings are live-streamed through the City’s Youtube Channel found here. The meeting will consider the agenda attached below. Notable items include consideration of a suspension of a liquor license for The Spot,

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Cheese Report | November 28, 2023

As December beckons, let’s delve into this week’s cheese updates, perfect timing as Minot preps for some melodic and gastronomic delights! In the Midwest, cheese production is robust, with strong milk volumes clearing into Class III processing. With the holiday season upon us, retail demand is surging – a sign that cheese boards will be

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Today in Minot | Wednesday, Nov 29, 2023

Yesterday's Guest Writer: The Godfather Vito Corleone. Can you guess today's? With happenings from: @PrairieSky | @DonTapatío | @BigDogSaloon | @BudgetMusic | @RicksJewelry | @SchatzCrossroads | @BlueRider | @OTV | @MagicCityHoagies

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Governor Burgum Staying in Presidential Race

For Governor Burgum, it’s the voters of the early primary states Iowa and New Hampshire who are going to dictate how the Republican presidential primary field is narrowed, not the Republican king makers, lever pullers, or polling data. In plainer terms, he’s no getting out of the race anytime soon. If you want the full

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MSU Men’s Hockey Holds #1 Rank Headed to Nationals; Exhibition Games Against D1 Denver & Colorado College Scheduled for Next Season

MINOT, N.D. – The Beaver men’s hockey team is set to meet two powerhouse programs on the ice. Two-time ACHA National Champion Minot State has signed a deal to play at reigning NCAA Division I and 9-time National Champion the University of Denver and at 2-time NCAA D-I National Champion Colorado College this coming December. The

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Council Approves Sidewalk Clearing Money

Sidewalk snow clearing has been a regular topic here on TheMinotVoice.com. Back in January, we pointed out the City’s neglect of key pedestrian corridors long after the snow had stopped falling. It’s a story we’ll be revisiting, but in the interim, there’s been action behind the scenes. And as of Tuesday, the City Council approved

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Cancer Clusters Among Misileers? Air Force to Conduct Study that Includes Minot AFB

Last month, the story broke that the Air Force is looking at cases of cancer that may be linked to working in Malmstrom AFB missile silos. Yesterday, the Air Force announced it will conduct an official study by the Air Force School of Aerospace and it will include Minot. Get the full story from the

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Pedal-powered party bike to begin touring this summer in Fargo

A pedal-powered business with a side of fun is arriving in Fargo this summer. You’ve probably heard of a party bus? Well, now we’re going to have a chance to try a party bike. Get the full story on a new business concept from Inforum.com. Or learn more about the business at the link below.

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City Council Approves Lane Reduction for 4th Ave NW

Are more lanes the best way to handle traffic? It’s an assumption that’s shaped communities, including Minot, for decades, but as traffic engineers gather more data, they’re learning ‘more’ isn’t always better or safer. Well, Minot’s going to put that idea into practice. 4th Ave NW from Broadway to the bypass is going to get

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North Dakota bison processing plant expands as more people seek healthier protein

Bison have sustained the prairie in more ways than one since they’ve been around, and after being pushed to near extinction a century ago, they’re recently reemerging in old-fashioned form — as a healthy source of food. Demand for Bison meat is on the rise, and that’s pushed a North Dakota processing center in New

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House Appropriations Subcommittee Says ‘Do Pass’ on Tuition Freeze for ND Universities

A House Appropriations subcommittee is supporting a bill that would deliver a tuition freeze at North Dakota’s colleges and universities for the next two years. The bill would cost taxpayers approximately $47 million but would keep North Dakota competitive with neighboring states who have or are considering similar measures. Get the full story from Prairie

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