Public spaces shape how we live together—whether we bump into a neighbor, sit under a tree, or just pass through on the way to somewhere else. But according to a new survey from Project for Public Spaces, only 5% of professionals believe[...]
Tag: Placemaking
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How Arts Can Transform Us, And Our Cities
In cities facing division and stalled progress, it’s easy to push the arts aside as a luxury. But what if they’re actually essential infrastructure? That’s the argument Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson, former chair of the NEA, makes in this episode of the[...]
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Glenburn launches campaign for new playground equipment
Playgrounds are more than slides and monkey bars—they’re where friendships form, confidence grows, and imagination runs wild. At Glenburn Public School, the decades-old equipment that once served those purposes is now nearing the end of its life. With safety becoming a concern,[...]
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Williams County to give out $80,000 in tourism grants
Tourism doesn’t just happen—it’s built, often piece by piece, by local ideas and community effort. In Williams County, that effort just got a boost. The 2025 Tourism Grant Program is now accepting applications, offering $80,000 to support events, advertising, and capital projects[...]
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Development projections say West Fargo could grow by 50% as soon as 2050 (and a comment for Minot)
West Fargo is on the cusp of significant change, as discussions unfold about the West 94 Area Transportation Plan. At a recent meeting, residents learned that the development of open land near Interstate 94 and Sheyenne Street could potentially boost the city’s[...]
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Mandan in process of bringing art alley to downtown
Mandan is turning a downtown alley into a canvas for history and culture. With $40,000 in grant funding, the city is launching an art alley project, bringing five to six murals to a pedestrian-friendly space on West Main Street. The artwork will[...]
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Nook and Cranny Urbanism: How Historic Cities Maximize Every Inch of Space
Walk through the streets of a historic city like Annapolis, and you’ll feel it—every alley, every irregular building tucked into a forgotten corner tells a story of adaptation and growth. These places weren’t built all at once; they evolved, making the most[...]
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Listen: Improving Downtown Success by Building Experiences
**Jaime Izurieta is an architect, designer and author from Montclair, New Jersey, who focuses on the interaction between users and the built environment.** He’s also the founder of Storefront Mastery, an award-winning creative agency that works with place management organizations to design[...]
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West Fargo hopes to bring more art to the community
West Fargo’s artists are inviting the community to reimagine their city through the lens of creativity. On Feb. 20, a Civic West fire hall chat will explore what an “artful West Fargo” could look like, from music and theater to sculpture and[...]
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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[...]
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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[...]
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Yards Are Not Enough: The Importance of the Public Realm
Just before the recent snap of cold weather landed in Texas, I zipped my son into his sweatshirt and marched him to the car. It was time for our daily “outside time,” and I had decided that today would be a little[...]
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Crowds flock to see snow sculpture at Vinterfest 2025
Bitter cold couldn’t chill the spirits at Vinterfest 2025 in Bismarck, where families found warmth in creativity and community. The North Dakota Heritage Center turned into a snowy gallery, hosting grand sculptures by Team North Dakota Snow Sculpting. One highlight, the “Scandinavian[...]
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Road Trip Reflections & Minot’s Path to Progress
A couple of years ago I brought a car back from Florida. I used the trip as an opportunity to see how Minot measured up. I wanted to see how we compared to other places. I didn’t have a lot of time,[...]
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City Council Approves Lane Reduction for 4th Ave NW
Are more lanes the best way to handle traffic? It’s an assumption that’s shaped communities, including Minot, for decades, but as traffic engineers gather more data, they’re learning ‘more’ isn’t always better or safer. Well, Minot’s going to put that idea into[...]
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Minot City Council Agenda, February 21, 2023
Minot’s City Council will meet Tuesday, February 21, at 5:30 in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The following agenda will be considered. Minot City Council meetings are live-streamed through the City’s Youtube Channel found here. The meeting will consider the agenda[...]