Minot Air Force Base is at the heart of a major modernization effort, and North Dakota leaders want to keep the upgrades moving swiftly. Sen. John Hoeven is pushing for simultaneous improvements at all three ICBM bases—Minot, F.E. Warren, and Malmstrom—arguing that[...]
Watch: Hot Mic Interview: Minot’s Maggie Fricke chooses UND basketball
Minot athlete Maggie Fricke has committed to play college basketball in at home in North Dakota for the University of North Dakota. Following the announcement she joined Dom Izzo on Hot Mic for an engaging conversation on February 17, 2025. Watch below.[...]
Nook and Cranny Urbanism: How Historic Cities Maximize Every Inch of Space
Walk through the streets of a historic city like Annapolis, and you’ll feel it—every alley, every irregular building tucked into a forgotten corner tells a story of adaptation and growth. These places weren’t built all at once; they evolved, making the most[...]
On This Day | Laddie Goes to War
The dog was shipped by Mr. Kendall to the dog training camp at Fort Robinson, Neb, where "Laddie" will be trained to guard camps and do other useful work in connection with the war. [...]Read More... from On This Day | Laddie[...]
On This Day | Tuesday, February 18th
On this day in 1885, Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” was published in the United States, becoming a classic of American literature and noted for its vivid depiction of life along the Mississippi River. On this day in 1930, American[...]
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On This Day | Washington’s Democracy
Citizens -- the name of American, which belongs to you ... must always exalt the just pride of patriotism ... the independence and liberty you possess are the work of joint counsels and joint [...]Read More... from On This Day | Washington’s[...]
On This Day | When the News is Personal
And so, my son, hail and farewell. You lived abundantly, you fought valiantly, you kept your faith, you died bravely, you have your life that we who live may enjoy the blessings of freedom, [...]Read More... from On This Day | When[...]
Watch Recap: Habitat and Hunting Access Summit
Hunting has long been a cornerstone of North Dakota’s culture, but recent changes in land use and access are putting that tradition to the test. Limited wildlife habitats and growing barriers to accessing game areas have raised concerns among hunters and conservationists[...]
Puck drops on West Region boys’ hockey postseason in Minot (Tournament Preview)
The West Region Boys’ Hockey Tournament kicks off on February 17 in Minot, with teams eager to carve their path to the championship. Williston faces Hazen-Beulah, while Bismarck High takes on Dickinson in the play-in games. The competition is fierce this year,[...]
Ukraine will ‘never accept’ outcome of peace negotiations without Ukraine’s participation, Zelensky says
Ukraine isn’t just a stakeholder in this war—it’s the battleground. President Volodymyr Zelensky made that clear, rejecting any peace negotiations between the U.S. and Russia that leave Ukraine on the sidelines. His remarks come as reports emerge of a U.S.-Russia meeting in[...]
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South Dakota poised to boost fees that help regulate CAFOs
Rural communities in the U.S. remain at the center of debate about the growing presence of large livestock operations. South Dakota lawmakers are considering boosting fees that help regulate these sites. A bill making its way through the Legislature would update the fee[...]
North TX county declares disaster due to PFAS contamination / Public News Service
A north Texas commissioners’ court has declared a county disaster because of PFAS contamination. Johnson County Commissioners are asking Gov. Greg Abbott to join the declaration. PFAS – also known as forever chemicals – have been found in soil, groundwater, and surface water[...]
Utah bill wants more labeling transparency for cultivated meat products
A Utah legislator has introduced a bill to increase transparency for consumers in the Beehive State when purchasing cultivated meat products. Cultivated meats are genuine animal meat, but are produced by cultivating animal cells in a controlled environment. But since the beginning[...]
Building stronger community through Westman’s Multicultural Festival in Brandon
The Westman Multicultural Festival didn’t just bring cultures together—it turned Brandon into a world tour in three days. With crowds packing into pavilions, a record number of completed passports, and a lineup of food, music, and dance, organizers are calling it a[...]
The Fruits of Democrats’ Soul Searching – There Are None
For all of the soul searching that came out of their losses at the polls in November, the Democrats haven’t really changed, and they won’t. Even when they can see that they’ve lost the working class. Democrats’ claim to fame has always[...]
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Mac Schneider resigns as North Dakota US attorney
Mac Schneider, the U.S. Attorney for North Dakota, officially resigned on February 16, signaling the end of his tenure which began in December 2022. In a social media post, he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with his team in fulfilling[...]