Through a post to the Minot Police Department’s Facebook page, the following news was shared: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Lt. Matt McLeod, a valued member of the Minot Police Department since 2002. Lt. McLeod’s dedication[...]
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On This Day | Thursday, January 16th
On this day in 1547, Ivan IV, commonly known as Ivan the Terrible, was crowned as the first Tsar of Russia, marking the beginning of the Tsardom of Russia and his reign, which would be characterized by significant territorial expansion and centralization[...]
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On This Day | In North Dakota, We Freeze. Elsewhere, We Succumb.
Funny, isn't it, that every time anyone dies outside in North Dakota, he freezes to death, but in other more "favored" areas, people who so die are said to "have succumbed to exposure." [...]Read More... from On This Day | In North[...]
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On This Day | On Science, Religion, and The Golden Calf
... it is very foolish to pray for something while you can do it yourself, God helps those who help themselves. In conclusion let me say again that science has conquered the world and [...]Read More... from On This Day | On[...]
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Fluoride in the water: Safety or health hazard?
In Grand Forks, a topic as routine as water took center stage for a contentious debate. The issue? Fluoride—hailed as a public health hero by some, viewed with skepticism by others. While the city council voted 4-3 to keep a touch of[...]
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Underserved rural communities targeted in legislative proposal
In the rolling plains of rural North Dakota, small towns like Wing face big challenges. Imagine trying to build a city hall with no funds or renovate a community greenhouse with change found in couch cushions. Enter Senate Bill 2097, a proposal[...]
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Budget caps a concern but local leaders say it’s time to work on property tax reform
Local government leaders told lawmakers Tuesday they’re ready to work on property tax reform, but expressed concerns about the state capping their budgets. The House Finance and Taxation Committee took testimony on a bill that incorporates Gov. Kelly Armstrong’s plan to put[...]
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Registration Open for Chamber EDC’s Spring Start Up Minot Academy
Looking to kickstart your business or refine a budding idea? The Start Up Minot Academy, empowered by CO.STARTERS, might just be the launchpad you need. This interactive, hands-on course connects you with fellow entrepreneurs and provides a chance to dive deep into[...]
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Move aside BMI: There’s a better way to define obesity, commission finds
There’s a fresh perspective brewing in the scientific community about how we understand obesity. An international committee of scientists is urging us to rethink the way it’s defined and diagnosed. No longer satisfied with just numbers on a scale or BMI, they’re[...]
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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announces new border plan as Trump tariff threat looms
Premier Scott Moe is rolling out a border security plan, bolstering enforcement along the Saskatchewan-U.S. boundary just as a new tariff threat from Donald Trump looms. With key tools and officers in place, Moe’s approach aims to ease cross-border tensions while addressing[...]
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Across the Country, Adaptive reuse breathes new life into abandoned schools
Think a shuttered school building is just a relic of its past? Think again. Across America, resourceful communities are breathing new life into these structures. Take Philadelphia’s Bok Building: once a silent school, it’s now a vibrant hub housing artists, eateries, and[...]
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A brief history of presidential inaugural speeches, from George Washington to today
Inauguration Day is more than just swearing in a new president; it’s an American tradition steeped in history and hopeful rhetoric. Since George Washington’s first inaugural address, these speeches have become a ritual where every president has the chance to unify the[...]
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Port: This bill, effectively ending primaries, is how a political party commits suicide
Within the Republican Party, a fierce debate is underway about how candidates should make their way onto the November ballot. At the heart of this debate is House Bill 1424, championed by Rep. Ben Koppelman. This bill aims to end the state’s[...]
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In Verse: See Below !
Leonard Cohen–Anthem I was there to see the mountains fallmea culpaall the loves of my life would tellyou I have a criminal mind after I had been in the house at this location for 25years I was given a parking ticket and[...]
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On This Day | Wednesday, January 15th
On this day in 1559, Elizabeth I was crowned Queen of England at Westminster Abbey, beginning a reign that would last 45 years and become known as the Elizabethan Era, a period of significant cultural growth and exploration. On this day in[...]
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On This Day | Father Sage Says
Waal, with movies an' radios, an' automobiles an' such, all we need now is fer someone to invent something to do our work fer us. [...]Read More... from On This Day | Father Sage Says