Six decades spent raising more than 70 kids, most seeking shelter from abusive homes. People.com delivers a portrait of a remarkable life and remarkable person from not that far away from Minot.
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There are few performers as iconic as Willie Nelson, and that status is only earned after a long and colorful life. If you’re curious about some of the stories from that life, check out the quick review of It’s A Long Story.
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It turns out that we pass a lot more along to our kids than our genetic profile, and that includes the worries and fears we carry on a regular basis. Get the details on the latest scientific study on the topic from Quartz.
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As American moves further into the 21st Century, we are identifying less and less with the faith of our parents. Get the statistics on our latest spiritual make-up in this article from onfaith.
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U.S. House Resolution 1732 passed 261-155 on Tuesday, it now goes to the Senate. The resolution will slow the adoption process of the controversial Waters of the U.S. rule being proposed by the Corps of Engineers and the E.P.A..
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Senators Hoeven and Heitkamp are promoting legislation that would require the Air Force and Department of Defense complete a comprehensive review and analysis before retiring active aircraft from the B-1, B-2 or B-52 fleets.
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The storm took place over the weekend and serves as a stark reminder that even though we’re not in tornado alley, we’re still subject to whims of a harsh prairie environment. Learn why it’s important to take cover when the sirens blare with this story.
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— Official News Release, Senator Hoeven — In response to a recent Senate Agriculture Committee hearing, the National School Board Association and the School Nutrition Association (SNA) issued strong endorsements of Senator John Hoeven’s Healthy School Meals Flexibility Act. Both groups voiced strong support in social media and news releases commending the measure and calling
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The cattle history isn’t as closely tied to Minot as it is in the Southwestern part of the state, but it’s still an important part of our rich cultural heritage. If you’re one of those original cowboy fanatics, you’ll appreciate this article from Agweek.
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If you live in Minnesota and you keep proof of liability insurance on your smartphone, law enforcement is now legally obligated to accept that as proof. The piece of paper doesn’t matter, just the proof you’ve met your legal obligation.
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In this week’s installment of AgWeek TV, a dry spring is reminding us of an old problem blowing topsoil. But there are practices that dramatically conserve this valuable resources.
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Last week’s landslide victory by the New Democratic Party in Alberta has created some uncertainty in the province’s oil industry, and though no policy stones have been actually tossed, the ripple effects of the election are already working through the media punditry.
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About 60 Miles West of Minot is a national landmark — the first Muslim mosque built in America. It was built by Lebanese Syrians who came to the prairies for the same reason our Norwegian and German ancestors did — land. Get the full story from KMOT News.
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It’s a Minot seasonal rite of passage and when you hear the cars on Sunday evening, it means it’s time to be outside. And if you’re wondering what all the noise is, you’ll have to head down to the Fairgrounds on Sunday.
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In many states, the roll out of new standardized tests has been anything but smooth. In North Dakota, we’re keeping our options open, but get the rundown on the issue from a national picture in this Associated Press coverage.
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In the Eastern North Dakota, there is a disease ravaging the spruce trees indicated by a thinning of the tree’s needles. Get the skinny on the diagnosis and treatment in this article from the Fargo Forum because if it’s in the East, it’s probably here too.
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