An African escape is going to get a little easier for everyone in Minot. The new exhibit is under construction at the Roosevelt Park Zoo and it’s going to be a big upgrade. Corbin Warnock with KX News has the full story[...]
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North Dakota lawmakers discuss changing conflict of interest rules
North Dakota legislative committees approved changes to their conflict of interest rules on Monday that aim to make the process easier for lawmakers to understand and to address concerns about transparency. The proposed amendments will undergo further discussion Tuesday, and go before[...]
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Today in Minot | Dec 4, 2024
Today is Wednesday, December 4th. The sun will rise on the 74th day of fall, and the 339th day of the year at 8:19 AM. We will see 8 hours 32 minutes of daylight before it sets at 4:51 PM. See What's[...]
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On This Day | December 4
On this day we discovered a real-life ghost ship, a couple countries decided to get together, and a new reign was sweeping through fast food. In Minot, our editor knew a thing or two about healthy living, and Minot's new Normal School[...]
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On This Day | Higher Education Inflation!
The Independent understands that each girl will be charged $4.50 per week for room and board, which is regarded as a very moderate price. [...]Read More... from On This Day | Higher Education Inflation!
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On This Day | The Four Dont’s Said Nothing About Tango
Don't sit in a draft. Don't sleep in warm rooms. Don't avoid fresh air. Don't stuff at meals. We may add another. Don't be afraid of exercise. Sweep, dust, saw wood, shovel coal, walk. [...]Read More... from On This Day | The[...]
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Minot Police Arrest Suspect in Vehicle Theft and Burglary Case
At approximately 2:00 a.m. on November 30, 2024, officers from the Minot Police Department responded to a residence in northeast Minot following a report of theft from a motor vehicle. The victim reported that an air compressor had been stolen from their[...]
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Between Obesity and Anorexia, Please!
My self-imposed label is that of an optimistic skeptic. Skepticism of norms, with a touch of imagination here and there, are the cornerstones of progress in the world as we know it. Based on where this nation appears to be heading, the[...]
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Today in Minot | Dec 3, 2024
Today is Tuesday, December 3rd. The sun will rise on the 73rd day of fall, and the 338th day of the year at 8:18 AM. We will see 8 hours 34 minutes of daylight before it sets at 4:52 PM. See What's[...]
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Term Limits Will Force New Lawmakers Into Mix Sooner
The North Dakota Legislature is preparing newer lawmakers for upcoming sessions with an emphasis on rapid skill development due to term limits. These limits, approved by voters in 2022, cap lawmakers at eight years each in the House and Senate, significantly impacting[...]
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Collateral Damage from Epic Collapse Collects Minot Country Club and NDSF Foundation
It’s been a little more than half a year since the epic collapse of the Epic companies hit the news. The fallout continues. Minot journalist Rob Port, who writes for Inforum.com, has the story — or what he can make of it[...]
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Blocked: Natural Gas Pipelines for New North Dakota Industry
Water water everywhere and not a drop to drink. In North Dakota, in 2024, of all things we don’t have access to — it’s natural gas. In the heart of where it’s extracted, we can’t get it out of the pipelines, and[...]
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Cultural Heritage Celebration Gets Going in West Fargo
A cultural heritage celebration is kicking off in West Fargo. Organized by Civic West and West Fargo Events, the event will showcase the diverse cultures in the community. Residents are encouraged to bring dishes representing their heritage. Local restaurants will also offer[...]
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Influencers Suing Influencers for Stealing Personas
Twenty years ago, our headline on this article wouldn’t even make sense. To many, it still won’t today. But in the world of online influence, following too closely could become a problem. We rarely publish “speculative” or “could happen” news, but this[...]
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Less than half of local IT leaders not ready for AI, survey says
A theme of today’s news seems to be the fast-moving digital world around us. And the rate it which AI is shaping it is accelerating. Are our local governments and institutions ready for what’s not just on the horizon, but already here?[...]
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Rethinking Digital Citizenship
The world has been changing pretty fast. It’s only going to get faster. And more and more, our worlds are digital. It invites the question: are the curriculums that educate our kids built from the past or for the future? And is[...]