Today in Minot

The Minot Fire Department responded to a house fire at 1028 Valley Street in southeast Minot on the morning of April 28, 2025. The call came in at approximately 9:35 a.m. According to Minot Central Dispatch, the sole occupant of the home had exited safely and...

A traffic stop in southeast Minot early Sunday morning led to a pursuit through rural Ward County, ending in the arrest of a Velva man. According to the Minot Police Department, the incident began around 12:32 a.m. on April 27, 2025, when an officer attempted to...

For a few days this week, Minot becomes the meeting ground for one of North Dakota’s most vital industries—tourism. The annual Travel Industry Conference brings together the people behind the scenes of our state’s $5.7 billion visitor economy, from small-town marketers to big-picture strategists. With sessions...

Every spring, North Dakota becomes a runway for one of nature’s grandest flights: the migration of the sandhill cranes. With voices as loud as their wings are wide, these striking birds funnel through the state on journeys that stretch to Alaska, Canada—even Siberia. Their brief stopover in North Dakota’s shallow wetlands is vital, a refueling station on a 2,000-mile trip. And for locals, it’s more than a spectacle—it’s a front-row seat to a timeless ritual in the skies overhead. Mike Anderson with ND Game & Fish has the full story in the video feature below.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s push to “Make America Healthy Again” is making some North Dakota farmers queasy.  Kennedy’s MAHA movement shuns highly processed foods and dyes. But it also includes an attack on oils made from seeds such as sunflowers and...

When a sitting governor sues a newspaper for requesting public records, it’s not just a legal maneuver—it’s a shot across the bow of open government. In Iowa, Gov. Kim Reynolds has flipped the script, dragging the _Des Moines Register_ into court over four withheld emails, claiming executive privilege where state law doesn’t grant it. It’s a move that signals to media outlets—big and small—that asking hard questions might now come with legal risk. And that’s a warning with chilling effects that echo far beyond Iowa’s borders. Kathie Obradovich with Iowa Capital Dispatch has the full story.

In Utah, something rare just happened: two centrist political parties set aside their banners and joined forces under one name, one mission, and one idea—that it’s time to move beyond the broken script of partisan politics. The newly unified Forward Party isn’t selling revolution. It’s offering relief. Relief from shouting matches, purity tests, and winner-take-all elections. And while this movement starts in Utah, the frustration it speaks to isn’t confined by state lines. For many Americans, this isn’t a political story—it’s a breath of fresh air. Katie McKellar with Utah News Dispatch has the full story.

In Wyoming, AmeriCorps has long served as a quiet engine behind education programs, conservation efforts, and community health—until now. A sudden federal order to cancel $400 million in grants has put those services, and the people behind them, on hold. For organizations like the Wyoming Conservation Corps and Teton Science Schools, it’s more than a budget cut—it’s a dismantling of opportunity. The ripple effects stretch from classrooms to forests, and from volunteers planting roots to communities losing lifelines. Maggie Mullen and Mike Koshmrl with WyoFile has the full story.

Team North Dakota brought home the title at this year’s NIT hockey tournament last weekend in Plymouth, MN—and three Minot skaters played a key role in the win. Mackley Morelli tied for second in scoring with eight points, while Aidan Diehl and Devon Keller added strength on defense and in net. North Dakota went undefeated in the tournament, rallying from a 5-0 deficit in one game and dominating the championship with a 7-3 win over Minnesota Juniors. For these players, it wasn’t just a showcase—it was a statement. Brad Elliott Schlossman with Grand Forks Herald has the full story.

On Sunday afternoon, Murphy’s Pub in Moorhead swapped bar stools for bravery as 15 young performers took the stage for the third annual Kids Musical Showcase. Among them were 10-year-olds Mia Berg and David Hand, each stepping into the spotlight for the first time—nerves, passion, and all. With support from local nonprofits MN Strong and Excite Music, the event wasn’t just about music; it was about courage, confidence, and community. For kids chasing big dreams, sometimes the right stage is the one you least expect.

In his latest commentary, Inforum columnist Rob Port pulls no punches as he examines what may be the most damaging scandal to ever touch the North Dakota Republican Party. With newly released records tied to former Senator Ray Holmberg’s conviction, Port draws a straight line between a party that failed to uphold a code of conduct and a string of ethical failures that followed. His larger point is simple but piercing: without standards, misconduct isn’t an outlier—it’s a pattern. Read the full piece to follow the argument where it leads.

At Minot’s airport Monday night, the terminal became something more than a transit hub—it became a place of long-overdue gratitude. As Western ND Honor Flight veterans returned home, they were met by a crowd of a thousand, waving flags and holding signs. For many, it was the first welcome home they’d ever received. Some came home from war to silence. This time, they came home to cheers, hugs, and tears—proof that while time may pass, appreciation can still catch up. Joe Skurzewski with KMOT has the full story.

A routine bill to fund Montana’s arts grants turned into a bitter fight this session, and not everyone made it through unscathed. Lawmakers sent the measure to Governor Gianforte—but without restoring awards stripped from dozens of organizations that didn’t testify at a budget hearing. At the center of it all is Rep. John Fitzpatrick, whose push for tighter rules has reshaped the process and drawn sharp criticism, especially after a conflict of interest came to light. For many arts groups, the fallout will be felt well beyond this session. Eric Dietrich with Montana Free Press has the full story.

As tensions at the border rise, the International Peace Garden finds itself in a delicate spot—caught between customs checkpoints and misconceptions. Fewer Manitobans are crossing south, and that’s starting to ripple through North Dakota’s tourism economy. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to cross a formal border to visit the Garden. It straddles both countries, quietly offering a shared space of beauty and calm. And right now, as the cacti bloom and summer begins, it may be just the reminder we need of what we still share. Betty Sawatzky with Discover Westman has the full story.

Across the country, school cafeterias have quietly become classrooms of their own—places where kids learn not just what fresh food tastes like, but where it comes from. Now, two USDA programs that helped make that possible are gone, and with them, over $600 million in funding. The decision has educators, farmers, and health advocates alarmed, not just for what students will lose on their plates, but for what it means for their development, their curiosity, and even their ability to learn. The impact won’t be measured in dollars alone.

Community solar is quietly reshaping how energy policy gets done—and who’s backing it. Once cast as a partisan wedge, shared solar is now earning support from Republicans who see both economic and practical upside. Whether it’s cutting energy bills, creating local jobs, or giving consumers real choice, these programs are gaining traction even in deep-red districts. The shift isn’t just political—it’s personal. When the savings start showing up on monthly bills, resistance tends to fade. In some states, that momentum is already turning into law. Alison F. Takemura with Canary Media has the full story.

After one of the shortest and sharpest election campaigns in Canadian history, voters have made their call: the Liberals are projected to return to power. The numbers are still settling, but early results suggest a notable swing, with familiar names falling and new ones rising. Mark Carney’s cautious, steady pitch appears to have resonated in a moment of uncertainty—both domestic and international. With U.S. rhetoric creeping across the border and domestic divides deepening, Canadians opted for a firm hand on the wheel—at least for now.