Even today man finds a catalog seductive and the mail order houses know it. When we get one of those order blanks in front of us we simply lose all sense of proportion—we write and write with fascination—till we get the case[...]
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On This Day | Federal Government Prefers Supporting Local Businesses
Minot AFB prefers to buy in North Dakota, Captain L. Kendall said, and added that “selling to the Air Force is good business.” The dollar value of goods and services bought and paid for by authority of the Minot base commander approaches[...]
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Minot florists ‘Petal It Forward’ to spread cheer
A simple bouquet can do more than brighten a room — it can brighten a day. In Minot, Flower Central joined florists nationwide for “Petal It Forward Day,” a campaign that turns kindness into something you can hold. Each customer received two[...]
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Pride of Dakota Showcase returns to State Fairgrounds
BISMARCK – The State Fair Center will be filled with booths and shoppers when the Pride of Dakota Showcase returns to Minot, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24-25.“This year’s Pride of Dakota Showcase features more than 100 companies offering unique, North Dakota-made products,”[...]
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City examines local preference for bidders
Local preference in city bidding sounds simple enough, but Minot’s council is finding the details anything but. A draft policy would give nearby companies a chance to match outside bids if they come within 5%, but disagreements over thresholds, definitions of “local,”[...]
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Tollefson’s Celebrates 100 Years in Business!
A century in business is rare, but for Tollefson’s Retail Group, it’s the product of steady values and a clear vision. What began in 1925 as a small used furniture store in Minot has grown into a regional enterprise with more than[...]
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North Dakota to expand in-state Legacy Fund investments
North Dakota is putting more of its oil wealth to work at home. In a new $150 million partnership with investment firm GCM Grosvenor, the state will channel Legacy Fund dollars into North Dakota projects—land, energy, infrastructure, and more. It’s part of[...]
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Google just lost a major ad tech antitrust case. What happens next could rewire the web
A federal judge has ruled that Google illegally maintained its dominance in online advertising—at the expense of local publishers and the broader public. By controlling key parts of the ad tech pipeline, the court found, Google diverted crucial ad dollars away from[...]
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Small Town America vs Big Box Stores
In Washington, Maine, a small-town store owner is fighting to protect more than just his business — he’s defending a way of life. Across the country, communities like his are pushing back against Dollar General, not just because of what these stores[...]
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On This Day | Buy Local in the Land of Opportunity
If there is a one logical reason why you should patronize out of town merchants, there are a hundred reasons why you should give you home merchants the preference. -- March 5, 1908 | The Ward County Independent Why We Chose It[...]
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Fargo Area shops turning to public to help them stay afloat
In Fargo, local businesses are turning to social media and crowdfunding to connect with their communities during challenging times. Partners Nikki Berglund and Ryan Nitschke are raising $150,000 for their new Nova Eatery and Supper Club, seeking community buy-in for renovations. Meanwhile,[...]
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Pride of Dakota Showcase attendance on the rise
The number of shoppers participating in Pride of Dakota holiday season events is on the rise. The news release below was is from the North Dakota Department of Agriculture. -- BEGIN NEWS RELEASE -- BISMARCK – Nearly 44,000 shoppers participated in the[...]
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Letter: The Season of Small Business supports North Dakota’s main street retailers and restaurants
It's easy to get swept up in the convenience of clicking "buy now" from your couch, but let's take a moment to remember the vibrant role small businesses play during the holidays. They aren't just shops; they're the lifeblood of our communities—the[...]
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How Much Extra Will We Pay to Buy Local?
There's no shortage of 'buy local' campaigns across the country, and for good reason. The idea is simple, If we spend more of our dollars with local businesses, those same dollars will recirculate in our communities and have a larger impact. The[...]
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In Winnipeg, Buy local plan fails to gain traction
A proposal from the Winnipeg City Council requested the City develop a policy that gave an advantage to local firms seeking the opportunity to earn City business. But upon further review, the recommendation of an administrative report is to better communicate opportunities[...]
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