Chicago has no shortage of riverfront spectacles, but few match the whimsy—or ingenuity—of the Secret River concert series. Perched on a pillar under the Belmont Avenue bridge, with listeners spread across sidewalks, kayaks, and curbs, the pop-up stage brings local music to life in one of the city’s most unexpected venues. Musician Ben Kinsinger, aka
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It’s not flashy, but it’s a big deal. After six years of work, Dallas just rewrote its parking code for the first time in decades—eliminating outdated parking mandates across much of the city. The 14-1 council vote means fewer arbitrary requirements, more flexibility for small businesses, and fewer roadblocks to reusing existing buildings. For neighborhoods
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For some Minot residents—many older, disabled, or simply without other options—the ability to get to a doctor’s appointment, job, or grocery store could vanish on July 1. That’s when a federal funding shift cuts off support for the demand-response rides provided by Souris Basin Transportation. The city must now decide whether to step in and
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A century ago, the Ellendale Opera House rang with music, voices, and life. Then came quiet years—fires, fading plaster, and the slow erosion of purpose. But the story’s not over. Ellendale is breathing new life into its historic gem, restoring not just the building, but a sense of shared identity. Executive Director Justin Meidinger puts
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Golf is gaining serious ground in Minot, especially among young players—and the numbers back it up. The Minot Junior Golf Association is drawing hundreds of kids to lessons, camps, and leagues at the Wee Links course and indoor Bunker facility. Participation is up across local schools, and demand for junior programs is spilling into every
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Minot’s skies have stories to tell, and the Dakota Territory Air Museum is ready to share them. Now open for the season, the museum features more than 50 aircraft across four buildings—and this year brings new additions to the collection. Some planes don’t just sit still, either; you might catch one lifting off during your
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Canada’s long-held assumptions about its relationship with the U.S. are being put to the test—again. With Donald Trump back in the White House, the old playbook isn’t working, and the University of Calgary is stepping in with a new one. Their “New North America Initiative” aims to rethink how Canada engages with its southern neighbor
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If you’ve ever belly-flopped into a lake and emerged to cheers—or laughter—you’ve brushed up against a tradition that’s been perfected half a world away. In New Zealand, manu jumping turns the art of the cannonball into a national pastime rooted in Māori culture. But there’s more than fun behind the splash. Researchers have found that
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Motorcycles aren’t just for joyrides—they’re economic engines, too. That’s the focus of a new research project led by Minot State professor Andrew Bertsch, who’s surveying riders to understand how motorcycle tourism could benefit North Dakota. With rallies, road trips, and off-road adventures all part of the mix, the potential impact stretches well beyond scenic highways.
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During the pandemic, schools grabbed every digital tool they could—sometimes out of need, sometimes out of panic. Now, with budgets tightening and pressure mounting, districts are asking hard questions: What’s actually working? What’s just digital clutter? From Oklahoma City to Natick to Grapevine, leaders are trimming down, prioritizing tools that align with clear goals, protect
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It’s that time of year when I start pulling out all my garden tools and begin looking at the garden. I do not do a lot of prep with my garden; I prefer to enjoy the process and not focus on every weed or imperfect flower that is definitely there. That said, there are a
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The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s office at 857-4752. City Council meetings can also be live-streamed from
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The Ward County Commission will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers at the Ward County Administrative Building, located at 315 3rd St SE. Ward County Commission meetings can be live-streamed through the county’s Vimeo page found here. The full agenda and packet can be viewed
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The Minot Park Board will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 5:30 PM in Room 203 of the Minot Municipal Auditorium. Minot Park Board meetings can be live-streamed on the Park District’s Youtube channel found here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXQ-wunaM-ZpNZPNvPIY1Q As well as department reports, the Park Board will tackle new business including flood
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“I was thinking about grilling,” my husband texted me. “How about beans as a side dish?” “That sounds great,” I said. Evidently, he was not worried about beans’ reputation as “the musical fruit.” We aren’t having guests, I thought to myself. We have plenty of room in our home to find an isolated area. I
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While some industries are eager to see tariffs rolled back, North Dakota’s honey producers are asking for more. With prices stuck at 20-year lows and costs rising across the board—from bee feed to labor—they say unfair competition is pouring in through back doors. Chinese honey is still tariffed, but producers argue it’s being rerouted through
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