Serving as a juror in a difficult trial can leave an indelible mark on anyone, yet these individuals hold a crucial role in our justice system. Recognizing the emotional toll, the North Dakota Supreme Court is proposing a new measure to support[...]
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North Dakota Ethics Commission receives early pushback in legislative hearing
The North Dakota Ethics Commission received pushback from lawmakers Wednesday on one of its first bills, with a nearly unanimous recommendation to reject it. The Ethics Commission can issue advisory opinions to help officials under its jurisdiction understand how ethics laws and[...]
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Hunters Asked to Complete Wildlife Management Survey
North Dakota’s hunting, fishing, trapping and conservation heritage is well known and even those who don’t hunt or fish enjoy the outdoors of our great state. It’s part of why we live here. The great outdoors is everchanging from the impacts of[...]
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Armstrong Appoints New Leadership in Water Resources, Interim Iabor Commissioner
It is common in leadership turnovers for the newly elected officials to put new people into administrative roles, and Governor Armstrong is holding to that tradition. Yesterday via news release, he announced two appointments: Reice Haase has been appointed Director of the[...]
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Voters created an ethics commission in North Dakota. Then the Legislature limited its power.
Fed up with politics as usual, a group known as the BadAss Grandmas rallied North Dakotans six years ago to establish a state Ethics Commission. Their mission? To curb unethical behavior among public officials. Yet, this watchdog has been less potent than[...]
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Why should elected officials care about ethics when we don’t?
Ethics in North Dakota politics are raising eyebrows as lawmakers reconvene in Bismarck. Key figures like Rep. Jason Dockter, recently convicted of a misdemeanor over a questionable lease deal, continue to hold office despite calls for accountability. Similarly, other instances, such as[...]
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On This Day | Thursday, January 9th
On this day in 1493, Christopher Columbus mistook manatees for mermaids while exploring the Caribbean, noting in his journal that they were “not half as beautiful as they are painted.” On this day in 1768, Philip Astley staged the first modern circus[...]
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On This Day | She Needs Farmers Only
Gee, but they're selfish. But I reckon I've said enough. I think maybe you'll print this; I've noticed lately the Independent has been printing news, regardless of people corns and the sore spots of [...]Read More... from On This Day | She[...]
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On This Day | Editorial Vignettes
He says the winter weather is delightful, the grass is green and growing, and the sheep are grazing in the fields. he says that the rain falls three hours during the day but the [...]Read More... from On This Day | Editorial[...]
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Minot Public School Board Agenda | January 9, 2025
The School Board of Minot Public School District No. 1 will hold its Regular Board Meeting Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 5:30PM at the Minot Public Schools Administration Building (Board Room). Live Stream is available on the Minot Public School Board YouTube[...]
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Minot Fire Department Responds to AC Unit Fire at Unoccupied Home
On January 7, 2025, at 11:50 a.m., the Minot Fire Department responded to a report of smoke emanating from a window air conditioning unit at a residence located at 1017 7th Avenue NW. Crews from Station 2 arrived on the scene within[...]
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Minot Man Arrested for Domestic Violence and Related Charges
On January 6, 2025, at approximately 5:05 p.m., officers from the Minot Police Department responded to a report of a physical domestic disturbance at a residence in northwest Minot. The victim was able to leave the residence in her vehicle before officers[...]
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In Verse: We Are Not The Means Of Grace
Bruce Cockburn–“Mystery” I will sing my prayers and songs, learn to bake and eat the shepherd’s humble pie something happens every day at dusk from October through the winter monthsa great rose blossoms, tints the sky until the deeper darkfor years and[...]
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Armstrong outlines property tax relief and reform plan in 2025 State of the State Address to Legislature
Governor Armstrong gave his first address to North Dakota’s legislature yesterday as the 2025 legislative session opened. Priority one is property taxes, and the Governor outlined his plan to address the issue that continues to agitate many North Dakotans. His solution: state[...]
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Reaping the benefits of nature: A mountain to climb for cities
Urban nature is no longer just about beautification; it’s a lifeline for our rapidly growing cities. From clean air and flood control to mental well-being, the benefits of green spaces are clear. Yet, despite ambitious goals like those set in Montreal’s 2022[...]
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In Fargo, Neighbors and city clash with NDSU athletes over housing complaint
In Fargo’s quiet neighborhoods, a college football player’s family is locked in a struggle over housing regulations. They’ve invested in a home for their son, Kelton, and four teammates near NDSU, believing they’ve created the perfect setup. But city ordinances say only[...]