In 1961, the U.S. lost its entire national figure skating team in a plane crash

On February 15, 1961, a tragedy unfolded in the world of figure skating when a plane carrying the U.S. National Figure Skating Team crashed in Belgium, claiming 73 lives, including 18 athletes headed to the World Championships. Among those mourning were the Foster family from Fargo, whose ties to the sport ran deep. This event

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Is there a cult in North Dakota?

A new three-part podcast series from The Vault delves into an alleged cult operating in northern North Dakota. The series, which complements a detailed print and documentary investigation by C.S. Hagen and Drew Trafton, explores the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church’s influence, particularly in the small town of Neche. Ex-members share harrowing stories of control and

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 In Duluth, free water safety classes pay off for preschoolers and parents

At the downtown Duluth YMCA, preschoolers from Piedmont Elementary are diving into swim lessons with enthusiasm and confidence. With an engaging program designed by Sherry Williams, director of Duluth’s Head Start, these classes not only teach essential water skills but also address safety concerns in a city rich with lakes and waterways. Acknowledging that many

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In Verse: Today in Minot

Sting–My Songs (deluxe)“A Brand New Day” keeping my data private does no goodso I eat my blueberries on oat branand give the pancakes to congress God gave me the gift of the Lady Bugwho has turned into a Viking Dragonand we will both play the kazoo while we plan for a vacation to anAmerican Dream

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Legislature Looks to Supersede Local Zoning on Data Mining

Cryptocurrency and data mining are expanding everywhere, and if HB 1239 is approved, they could be moving in next door. The aim is step in front of local zoning restrictions on these businesses, provided they adhere to noise regulations. Proponents, like Rep. Toman, believe this will attract more businesses, boosting the state’s economy. However, critics

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A tragic Holocaust mystery

Abe Winter’s story is a poignant reminder of something we can’t forget. As a well-known sportswriter in North Dakota, he shaped the narrative of local sports from the 1970s to the 1990s. Yet, behind his public persona lies a painful past. Born to Jewish parents in Poland, Abe grew up unaware of the loss that

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Fargo Taking Steps to Address Homelessness

In Fargo, the level of observed homelessness is driving action. Local leaders have taking up the issue and are tackling it head-on. Linda Gibbs, a pro bono expert from Bloomberg Associates, believes the city has the power to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring. Her work with local leaders highlights the importance of linking housing,

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It’s Official: Boring Cities Are Bad for Your Health

Our cities have long been built for cars, not for people—and the skyline as well as the data is starting to show it. Rising rates of depression, diabetes, and other illnesses highlight the cost of environments designed without health in mind. But the tide is turning. Armed with cutting-edge neuroscience, researchers are mapping how buildings

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Prairie Fare: Take the Arctic Cold Quiz

“These blocks would be great for snow forts,” I thought to myself. When I was a little kid, I would have been wearing knee-high boots lined with bread bags as we built snow forts. All of the moms used the bread bag trick to help prevent our tender feet from getting wet and cold from

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A Norwegian-American Tale: Restauration 200 Years Later

Two centuries ago, a small sloop carried 52 brave souls from Stavanger to New York, launching a legacy of Norwegian immigration to America. The boat that delivered them is less-known in American myth, but its legacy in Minot is still evident today. This July, a replica of the Restauration will retrace that first voyage, embodying

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Whoopie Ti-yi-o

On July 17, 1939, Alan Lomax reached out to Myra E. Hull, a dedicated ballad collector from Kansas, praising her article on cowboy songs. Their connection was rooted in a shared passion for folklore, exemplified by Myra’s earlier recordings made in Lomax’s presence. As one researcher revisited Myra’s unique rendition of the iconic “Git Along

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North Dakota researchers digitize records from Native American boarding school

Researchers are digitizing historical records from a Native American boarding school in Bismarck, aiming to bring information closer to the communities affected by its existence. “There’s a hunger to understand this part of our history, to better understand the boarding school era,” said Prairie Rose Seminole, who is part of the team working on the

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Bob Schempp, longtime Minot public servant and ‘Father of NAWS,’ dies at 92

Bob Schempp, a prominent figure in Minot’s local government, passed away this week at 92. Known for his leadership in the Northwest Area Water Supply project and an impressive 20-year tenure as City Manager, Schempp’s legacy is marked by commitment and respect throughout North Dakota. Minot Mayor Tom Ross referred to him as the “Father

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Mayor Ross Encourages Minot Residents to Shine Blue Lights in Support of Police

Minot Mayor Tom Ross is calling on residents, businesses, schools, churches, and even City Hall to turn their outdoor lighting blue as a visible show of support for the Minot Police Department and first responders. “The message is simple,” Mayor Ross said during Tuesday’s City Council meeting. “Even in the darkest parts of the night,

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Task Force 21 Welcomes Pete Hankla as Chair, Thanks Mark Jantzer for 25 Years of Service

The following is a news release from Minot Area Chamber EDC. — OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE — Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) Task Force 21 (TF21) is pleased to announce the appointment of Pete Hankla as the TF21 chair. Pete has been serving on TF21 for many years and is stepping in for Mark Jantzer who

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How $180, Local Talent and Bottom-Up Action Can Strengthen a Community

People who care about their community often feel like they can’t make a difference. They see their neighborhoods struggling with unaddressed problems, hoping someone else will step up to fix things. It’s easy to feel powerless, but a Local Conversation group in Chicago is proving that small, intentional actions can create meaningful change. Strong Towns

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