North Dakota has long wrestled with the challenge of keeping young, talented professionals in the state. People like Austin Foss—an architect, an NDSU graduate, a lifelong North Dakotan—are exactly who policymakers say they want to stay. But after the state House passed[...]
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Minot State to Host Symposium on Fostering Resilience
Minot State University is hosting a Community Symposium titled “Fostering Resilience” on March 21 at the Student Center Conference Center. This event, running from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., will explore trauma-informed care, ethics, and burnout prevention—crucial topics for those in high-stress[...]
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Norway’s Melting Glaciers Are Spilling Out Troves of Lost Artifacts
High in Norway’s melting glaciers, history is surfacing—one artifact at a time. As the ice recedes, archaeologists are uncovering well-preserved relics of ancient travel, trade, and survival, from delicate arrows with intact fletching to mysterious wooden objects lost to time. The Lendbreen[...]
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Fargo lawmaker urges LGBTQ+ North Dakotans to stay and fight
In North Dakota’s legislature, a debate over marriage rights is reigniting tensions that many thought were settled a decade ago. House Resolution 3013, which urges the U.S. Supreme Court to redefine marriage as between a man and a woman, passed with strong[...]
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New study to look at reach of local news in North Dakota
With local newspapers facing mounting challenges, a new initiative aims to secure their future in North Dakota. The Rural Development Finance Corporation has launched the _Future of Local News Initiative_, a study designed to assess the struggles of local papers and find[...]
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North Dakota resolution urging to end same-sex marriage advances
North Dakota lawmakers have taken a symbolic step against same-sex marriage, passing a resolution urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn _Obergefell v. Hodges_, the 2015 ruling that legalized it nationwide. The House approved the measure in a 52-40 vote, sending it[...]
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Pope Francis is in critical condition, the Vatican says
Pope Francis remains in a delicate battle with double pneumonia, but the Vatican reports he had a “tranquil” night and is alert. Hospitalized since February 14, the 88-year-old pontiff has required oxygen support and blood transfusions, with doctors closely monitoring his condition.[...]
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Word(s) Of The Issue: A Menagerie
Ever wondered how to pronounce Icelandic animal names? Probably not. But just in case, this guide will help you navigate some intriguing vocabulary. For instance, “skjaldbaka” combines words for shield and back, uniquely designating a turtle. Similarly, famed poet Jónas Hallgrímsson introduced[...]
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A Farewell for the Ages, When Lincoln Wrote Washington’s Long Goodbye
Let me be clear. I did not write what you read next. I prompted it. Sometimes in putting together a daily newsletter, one that’s filled with current news, history, quotes, and more, the information one discovers sends them in unexpected directions. Imagine[...]
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In Verse: Last Night
Rolling Stones—Out Of Our Heads“Play With Fire” After a night of song and lightDown in the valley townI look out my darkened windowsAnd down the hill at the townThere is a back rectangle whereAn old closed down hospitalAnd the tallest empty buildingOf[...]
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Mayor calls for community collaborations
Minot’s future isn’t just about Minot—it’s about the entire region. That was the message from Mayor Tom Ross in his State of the City address, where he underscored the city’s role as a hub for north-central North Dakota. From water supply projects[...]
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House votes to defund North Dakota public broadcasting, sends bill to Senate
North Dakota lawmakers have voted to cut state funding for Prairie Public Broadcasting, a move that supporters call a step toward government efficiency and opponents warn could harm public access to educational programming. House Bill 1255, which passed the House 48-41, would[...]
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Welcome home event set in Belcourt for Leonard Peltier
Belcourt is preparing to welcome home Leonard Peltier after 49 years behind bars. A meal in his honor, hosted by NDN Collective, will take place February 19 at Sky Dancer Casino, with the full event beginning at noon. Peltier, a member of[...]
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Watch: Hot Mic Interview: Minot’s Maggie Fricke chooses UND basketball
Minot athlete Maggie Fricke has committed to play college basketball in at home in North Dakota for the University of North Dakota. Following the announcement she joined Dom Izzo on Hot Mic for an engaging conversation on February 17, 2025. Watch below.[...]
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Building stronger community through Westman’s Multicultural Festival in Brandon
The Westman Multicultural Festival didn’t just bring cultures together—it turned Brandon into a world tour in three days. With crowds packing into pavilions, a record number of completed passports, and a lineup of food, music, and dance, organizers are calling it a[...]
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Backpack Buddies program to expand with $10,000 grant
In Minot, the Backpack Buddies program is set to grow significantly thanks to a $10,000 donation from the Minot Area Community Foundation. This funding will enable the program to expand its reach to Longfellow Elementary School, providing essential weekend meals for students[...]