Cattle Theft: An Old Crime On The Rise

Cattle rustling is a growing problem in Oklahoma, Texas and other beef-producing states. High beef prices and drug addiction are fueling the resurgence of the centuries-old problem that has also surfaced here in Ward County.

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Abandoned Fortuna Air Base to be Demolished

A former radar base near Fortuna similar to the one that existed south of Minot is being demolished; the land will return to prairie. Check out video coverage of the story from KMOT News.

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In The Bakken Oilfield, An Explosion In Electricity Demand

The present oil slowdown notwithstanding, electricity demand in North Dakota has grown significantly over the past decade and particularly in the Bakken region. And the increase in consumption has created challenges for utilities tasked with powering the region.

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Watch & Learn: Astroturf and the Manipulation of Media Messages

Does it ever seem like in the information age finding trustworthy news and information is really hard to find? You’re not alone. The reason you struggle — there’s a lot of politically motivated, corporately motivated, and just plain bad information on the airwaves today. In this TEDx Talk, Journalist Sharyl Attkisson walks you through the

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NDSU Trial Program Uses Horses to Help Veterans

Equine therapy is not a new concept, but it is a new program that NDSU will be trying. In particular, the program has been set-up to assist veterans with PTSD and other traumatic injuries. Learn more from the Grand Forks Herald.

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Commentary: Is NDSU President Misleading Students with 4-Year Graduation Expectation?

In today’s commentary on the University System, Mr. Port takes exception to NDSU President Brescani’s intimation that incoming students will graduate in four years — a statement that is not backed by recent statistics.

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Despite Political Obstruction Pipelines Have Caught Up With Rail In North Dakota

In a mix of commentary and news, Rob Port at Say Anything Blog.com points out that in spite of oppositionĀ to pipelines, we’re now transporting as much oil out of state by pipeline as we are by rail.

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Teddy Roosevelt Impersonator Recieves Bully Stick

Photo: Joe Weigand, a Teddy Roosevelt impersonator, relishes his bully stick with Col. Jason Armagost (right), 5th Bomb Wing commander, and Col. Michael Lutton (left), 91st Missile Wing commander, at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Aug. 15, 2015. Weigand performed before the Lt. Dan Band where he talked about the heritage and history of North

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Pointless, But Awesome: Daniel LaRusso is the Real Bully in The Karate Kid

  In the bizarro world constructed by J. Matthew Turner, one of the 80’s iconic movie characters is actually a passive-aggressive bully in disguise. If you weren’t born between the years 1972 and 1982, it’s probably best to just ignore this, but if you were — consider this your daily dose of pointless, but awesome.

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Rebuilding New Orleans into America’s finest water city

Ten years after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, engineers, urban designers, landscape architects and city planners are reimagining the city to create sustainable growth in jobs and investment. It’s a story the resonates in Minot as we tackle the same issues.

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Minot conducts ICBM test launch on 45 year Minuteman III anniversary

45-years ago and a week, Minot Air Force Base put the nation’s first Minuteman III missiles on alert. A training exercise to launch a missile recently took place to enhance training and mark the anniversary. Read the coverage below. By Capt Christopher Mesnard, Air Force Global Strike Command Public Affairs It was 45 years to

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Property Acquisition for the Mouse River Protection Project

As work continues toward seeing construction begin on Minot’s flood protection plan in 2017, there are a few properties that will need to be acquired. KMOT News introduces you to a story we’ll be covering in more detail on The Minot Voice.

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Herschel Walker Shares Words of Resiliency at MAFB

Former Minnesota Vikings Running Back Herschel Walker was at Minot Air Force Base last week sharing his story. Herschel Walker talks to members from the 91st Security Forces Group about resiliency during his visit to Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Aug. 19, 2015. Walker shared stories about his battle with aggression, childhood bullies and his

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NDUS launches Oil, Energy Educational Initiative

The program is called Bakken U: Energizing through EducationĀ and the goal is to encourage oilfield workers to head back to school while the industry is in a slow period. More or the story from Anna Burlson writing for the Grand Forks Herald.

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Governor Dalrymple Will Not Seek Another Term in 2016

Governor Dalrymple announced Monday that he will not be seeking another term in the Governor’s mansion. Full story and background from Nick Smith writing for the Bismarck Tribune.

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Rural Flood Protection Signing up Participants

Outside of Minot in the rural areas, flood protection for property owners is being addressed on a case by case basis with options including relocation and ring dikes. To this point, the program has interest from 100 of 165 eligible properties.

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