winter afternoon sunyou make the Scots pineinto a sun dial *** the blue light spreadssouthwest to northeastacross the river valley Cover photo courtesy of Rick Watson; captured by Wendy Voeller, Wiess Photo Creations.
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Gold was found in the gizzard of a goose that was raised in Cavalier county. While preparing the bird for their Christmas dinner, Mrs. John R. Goggons found the inner tube of the gizzard [...]
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For the second successive year a student of the University of North Dakota was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship as William Franta of Lidgerwood, University engineering graduate won one of four places awarded to the [...]
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And another thing if Minot folks prove loyal to these manufacturers of home products, refusing to buy anything from out of town that can be manufactured or processed here at home, several scores more [...]
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There is very good evidence that he is not a friend of the poor. It is only those higher up who can see virtues in Hitler. Or those who have come under the influence [...]
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The "spiking" of beer in Minot beer parlors must stop immediately, it was declared at a meeting of the safety and licensing committees of the city at the city hall Tuesday evening. [...]
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In Bismarck, a new debate centers on the ringing and pinging interruptions that cellphones bring into classrooms. Representative Jim Jonas has pitched a bill to limit student cellphone use, aiming for better focus and mental health. While some educators see the merit, arguing for local control, the proposal faces mixed reviews. Exemptions are being discussed, [...]
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If you’re in Grand Forks in the next few months, an art exhibit you can’t miss awaits at the North Dakota Museum of Art. “Women at War” features the poignant works of 12 Ukrainian women artists, capturing the intersection of art and conflict through various media. Critically acclaimed, this exhibit offers a unique, gendered perspective [...]
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We take the graceful beauty of the monarch butterfly for granted. This iconic species undertakes one of the world’s greatest migrations from central Mexico to southern Canada and back again each year. Despite its travel endurance, the species is still fragile as reflected by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS) proposal to list the [...]
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Legislative discussions are heating up about lessening the burden of property taxes, and one proposal is coming straight out of Minot. Representative Scott Louser is championing a bill to shift some school funding responsibilities from property owners to the state. If passed, House Bill 1168 would have North Dakota take on a significant chunk of [...]
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Chronic wasting disease has made an unsettling debut in Wyoming’s elk feedgrounds. This week, wildlife managers confirmed the presence of the disease-carrying prions at Scab Creek Feedground, near Pinedale. The discovery marks the first recorded case in this area, raising alarms about the future of local elk herds. Though previously contained, chronic wasting disease is [...]
Read & Share sourced from: WyoFileJim Kleinsasser, a name you might remember from the University of North Dakota and the Minnesota Vikings, is about to join the elite ranks of the College Football Hall of Fame. Set to be honored in December, Kleinsasser will become only the second player from UND to receive this distinction. A celebrated tight end with [...]
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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 to serving our community will be remembered, and his absence will be deeply [...]
Read & ShareOn 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 of power. On this day in 1919, the 18th Amendment to the United [...]
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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." [...]
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... 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 [...]
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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 fluoride in the tap, the discussion reflects a broader national split. Some experts [...]
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