The Ward County Commission will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, December 2, 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[...]
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On This Day | Now That’s a Membership Drive!
They got a deodorized skunk, gave it to a member. When he signed up a new member, he passed the skunk on to another member. The plan was effective. The Jaycees got 40 new [...]Read More... from On This Day | Now[...]
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On This Day | Beware the News
The rapid transfer of news leaves something to be desired. Maybe it would not do to go back to the old slower times. But it would mean greater peace of mind and less unrest. [...]Read More... from On This Day | Beware[...]
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The Late Season Hunting Advantage
Late-Season Hunting: An Underrated Opportunity When most hunters think about prime time for pheasants, grouse or whitetails in North Dakota, early November usually comes to mind. Those crisp mornings, full stands of cover, and fields humming with activity. But there’s a quiet[...]
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Let there be light: Minot hosts Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting to kick off holiday season
Minot eased into the holiday season Friday night with the kind of small-town warmth that cuts through even a sub-20-degree chill. Families gathered downtown for the annual tree lighting, a tradition that’s become a community anchor as December approaches. The night brought[...]
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Parents say online blackmail of kids is rising—and AI is making a bad problem worse
Concerns about online safety are growing, and a new survey from the U.K. puts stark numbers behind what many families already feel: digital spaces aren’t nearly as safe as they should be. About one in five parents say they know a child[...]
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Herald Opinion: Small Business Saturday is important for retailers, as well as our communities’ economy
Between the rush of Black Friday and the click frenzy of Cyber Monday sits a quieter force with deeper roots: Small Business Saturday. It’s more than a marketing push — it’s a reminder that where you spend matters. Each dollar at a[...]
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South Carolina’s measles outbreak shows chilling effect of vaccine misinformation
BOILING SPRINGS, S.C. — Near the back corner of the local library’s parking lot, largely out of view from the main road, the South Carolina Department of Public Health opened a pop-up clinic in early November, offering free measles vaccines to adults[...]
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Prairie Fare: The leaf monster workout — Fitness hidden in fall chores
“You look like a leaf monster!” I said to my dog, who trotted in the back door. His wiry fur was completely covered in crispy leaves. Our 40-year-old maple tree had finally dropped its leaves, and our dog rolled in them. Our[...]
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Minot City Council Agenda | December 1, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, December 1, 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[...]
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On This Day | Balance of Power
Give it some serious thought, son! [...]Read More... from On This Day | Balance of Power
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Black Friday is dying. Here’s what’s killing it — and what’s replacing it
Black Friday may still draw attention, but its grip on holiday shopping is slipping. Retail analysts say consumers are spreading out their purchases, driven by early discounts, dynamic pricing, and the rise of AI-powered product discovery. Retailers are adapting, shifting from one-day[...]
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U of M launches fruit licensing program for growers
The University of Minnesota is doubling down on its fruit-breeding legacy with six new apple and grape varieties, offering small growers a fresh edge in an increasingly competitive market. Through its Superior Fruit Innovations program, the creators of the Honeycrisp are opening[...]
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Dickens Village Festival begins in Garrison
Garrison is gearing up for its signature Dickens Village Festival, a tradition that turns the town into a Victorian-era holiday scene for three festive weekends. Visitors can expect everything from street-food vendors and craft shows to horse-drawn rides and the charming “Queen[...]
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Scientists Reveal What Black Friday Is Doing to Your Brain
Every November, Black Friday arrives with big claims of massive savings and “one-day-only” deals. We are bombarded with offers that seem too good to pass up. But beneath all this lies something far more strategic. Black Friday is not simply about a[...]
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Port: The conservative case for universal school lunch
A new ballot measure in North Dakota is set to spark a lively statewide debate: Should the state pick up the full cost of school meals? Supporters say shifting from a fee-based system to a state-funded model would ease pressure on families,[...]