But if the science of government consisted only in the raising of armies and war carnage, then let men keep control of it. But if good government means pure food, pure drugs, good roads, [...]Read More... from On This Day | The[...]
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On This Day | Streaking Across the Sky
Frank Clegg and Hans Skaarup, who live about ten miles south of Minot, report seeing a ball of fire in the sky, Tuesday evening of last week, traveling at a furious pace and not [...]Read More... from On This Day | Streaking[...]
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On This Day | A Dose of Local Food
We are in a position to use your sweet or sour cream or sweet milk and can promise you the highest possible price. Patronize the new Farmers Creamery on Mill Street. Come in to [...]Read More... from On This Day | A[...]
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On This Day | MSU Requires Local Legislative Support
If the voters of the 29th legislative district wish a liberal appropriation for the Minot Normal school, it will be absolutely necessary to elect representatives who will work together. C. A. Grow, A. M. [...]Read More... from On This Day | MSU[...]
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On This Day | Debating Tarriffs
Resolved, that the Underwood Tariff Law of 1913, and the general tariff principles of the democratic administration have dealt a hard blow to general business throughout the country, and that the principles and provisions [...]Read More... from On This Day | Debating[...]
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Minot PD, Minot Public Schools address reports of threats to Minot North
Minot Police and school officials moved quickly Tuesday night to calm fears after reports of threats against Minot North High School. Police said their investigation found no evidence of an active or ongoing danger but promised an increased presence at the school[...]
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ND Industrial Commission approves $45 million in oil and gas grants
BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Industrial Commission, comprised of Gov. Kelly Armstrong, Attorney General Drew Wrigley and Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring, approved $45.1 million in matching grants during its 62nd grant round of the Oil and Gas Research Program. The Oil[...]
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‘Impossible’ Life Found Beneath Arctic Ice Could Alter Climate Models
Beneath the Arctic’s frozen surface, scientists have found life rewriting the boundaries of possibility. Tiny microbes thriving under the sea ice can fix nitrogen — a process once thought limited to warmer waters. The finding reshapes how we understand the Arctic’s influence[...]
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How do you know what I know you know? Steven Pinker on common knowledge
Why do some ideas ripple through society while others fade unnoticed? Steven Pinker’s new book, When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows, explores the quiet but powerful force behind our shared understandings: common knowledge. From traffic rules to viral outrage, it’s what allows[...]
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What’s the difference between ghosts and demons? Books, folklore and history reflect society’s supernatural beliefs
For centuries, people have wrestled with the same haunting question: what exactly separates a ghost from a demon? A new piece in Curious Kids traces how those beliefs evolved—from the fearful imaginations of 16th-century Europe to the stories that still stir us[...]
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Building a granny flat or tiny house in Charlotte, North Carolina? The city might spot you up to $80K.
Charlotte is taking a creative swing at its housing shortage by helping homeowners build small secondary homes — and paying them to keep rents affordable. Through the new Queen City ADU Program, residents can receive up to $80,000 in forgivable, interest-free financing[...]
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How Mayors Can Reclaim Government Efficiency
In Washington, “efficiency” has become a cynical buzzword — a pretext for cutting, sidelining, and demoralizing public servants. But in America’s cities, a different vision is taking shape. Cara Eckholm argues that mayors have a chance to reclaim the term, using it[...]
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Brazilian farmers beef up soybean production as China halts business with U.S. during trade fight
China’s tariffs have pushed U.S. soybeans out of their largest market, and Brazil is racing to fill the gap. Brazilian growers are planting more, traders say they’ll “take all they can get,” and government forecasts point to a bigger harvest. U.S. farmers,[...]
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Port: The trolling is the point
In North Dakota’s ongoing tug-of-war within the Republican Party, a failed petition drive tells a larger story than the numbers alone. A populist wing, angered by the appointment of Dustin McNally to a legislative seat, fell short in its bid to force[...]
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Carson Wentz needs shoulder surgery, Vikings place him on injured reserve
Carson Wentz’s short run in purple has come to a painful end for the 2025 season. The veteran quarterback, who battled through a serious shoulder injury in last week’s lopsided loss to the Chargers, has been placed on injured reserve and will[...]
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University of Northern Iowa to launch three-year elementary education degree
The University of Northern Iowa is taking aim at Iowa’s teacher shortage with a faster way to prepare future educators. Beginning in fall 2026, UNI will launch a three-year bachelor’s degree in elementary education — a compressed version of its most popular[...]