Today in Minot

America is more divided than ever, not just along party lines but by an economic fault line. On one side, tech hubs like Silicon Valley — home to Apple, Google, Nvidia, and Tesla — are amassing vast amounts of wealth. On the other side, manufacturing towns...

AI isn’t just reshaping how students learn—it’s challenging how teachers teach. As tools like ChatGPT become classroom regulars, educators are catching on: traditional homework is too easy to outsource. The response? A shift toward hands-on, project-based learning that builds real skills and encourages ethical use of AI. Teachers aren’t banning technology—they’re rethinking how it’s used. It’s not about catching cheaters; it’s about creating conditions where students don’t want to cheat. The goal: confidence, creativity, and a sense of ownership in their work. Nadia Tamez-Robledo with EdSurge has the full story.

Most students aren’t motivated by code syntax—they’re motivated by making something that matters. That’s why creative coding is gaining traction in classrooms: it treats code as a tool for storytelling, design, and self-expression. As AI handles more of the technical heavy lifting, the value of computer science education is shifting toward systems thinking, ethical design, and adaptability. Programs like Minecraft’s GameCode offer a glimpse into what’s possible when creativity is at the center—not the sidelines—of learning to code. And early results show: students are responding. Laylah Bulman with EdSurge has the full story.

Grievance has long been a powerful force in American history—shaping rebellions, justifying violence, and fueling political movements. Today, it’s being invoked again. When President Trump promises to revive Columbus Day and frames it as an act of retribution, he’s tapping into a deep tradition of grievance-driven politics. But history shows this path is fraught. From colonial conquests to the Salem witch trials and Bacon’s Rebellion, the impulse to reclaim perceived losses often ends not in justice, but in conflict. The lesson: grievance may rally a crowd, but it rarely leads to peace. Peter C. Mancall with The Conversation has the full story on our past that invites us not to repeat it.

For a fresh take on wild turkey, North Dakota Game & Fish Marketing Coordinator Cayla Bendel shares this enticing Lemon Basil burger recipe. Full recipe follows below the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDJ4ytmUOLc Ingredients & Directions Patties 1 lb ground wild turkey 1 egg ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp....

“Have you been hearing about plastics, especially microplastics, lately?” I asked my husband. He spends a lot of time reading online, so he is often my gauge for column topics. I wondered what he had been seeing. “Yes. Plastics are everywhere,” he said when he briefly...

Uncertainty at the Quentin Burdick Job Corps site forced the Minot Public School Board to act—and they did. In a unanimous vote, the board approved relocating the Souris River alternative school to the recently-closed McKinley Elementary, giving students a stable, central location and putting an idle building back to use. The meeting also spotlighted a detailed review of the district’s maintenance and transportation operations, highlighting both progress and pressing challenges. From classroom moves to custodial standards, Minot’s school leaders are trying to plan smarter, not just patch problems; Charles Crane with Minot Daily News has the full story.

BISMARCK, ND — At its June meeting, the North Dakota State Water Commission (SWC) approved 26 cost-share requests for a broad range of strategic initiatives designed to enhance water infrastructure, support economic development, and ensure sustainable water access across the state. In total, the SWC approved...

Measles is back—and North Dakota is now leading the country in per capita cases. With 34 confirmed infections since early May, including exposures at the Williston Band Day parade, public health officials are scrambling to contain the outbreak. In Minot, middle school band students were sidelined from spring events, and more than 150 unvaccinated children faced quarantine. While other states begin to see declines, North Dakota’s low vaccination rates and rising exemptions are fueling concern that the worst may still lie ahead.

For many, fair food means carefree bites of funnel cakes and corn dogs. But for those with celiac disease, it’s often a menu of restrictions. That’s changing in Minot thanks to Dee’s Donuts, a fully gluten-free food truck launched by Duane Lothspeich, who knows the struggle firsthand. What began as a way to help his own family is now spreading joy across the community—one donut at a time. Their next stop: June 16 at Walmart, with proceeds supporting the Children’s Miracle Network.