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“Don’t Shatter the Dream” DUI Awareness Set to Start on Tribal Lands

by: MinotVoice | December 4, 2024

North Dakota law enforcement is ramping up efforts to prevent drunk driving during the holidays, a period with high alcohol-related crash fatalities. Representatives Jayme Davis and Lisa Finley-Deville highlight the personal and community impact of these tragedies, especially on tribal lands with limited transportation options. The “Don’t Shatter the Dream” program, established by the Bureau

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Roosevelt Park Zoo Upgrading African Plains Exhibit

by: MinotVoice | December 4, 2024

An African escape is going to get a little easier for everyone in Minot. The new exhibit is under construction at the Roosevelt Park Zoo and it’s going to be a big upgrade. Corbin Warnock with KX News has the full story on the upgrades to Minot fun.

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North Dakota lawmakers discuss changing conflict of interest rules

By: Mary Steurer, North Dakota Monitor | December 4, 2024

North Dakota legislative committees approved changes to their conflict of interest rules on Monday that aim to make the process easier for lawmakers to understand and to address concerns about transparency. The proposed amendments will undergo further discussion Tuesday, and go before the floors of the House and Senate on Wednesday morning for final approval.

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Minot Police Arrest Suspect in Vehicle Theft and Burglary Case

by: MinotVoice | December 3, 2024

At approximately 2:00 a.m. on November 30, 2024, officers from the Minot Police Department responded to a residence in northeast Minot following a report of theft from a motor vehicle. The victim reported that an air compressor had been stolen from their vehicle. Shortly thereafter, at approximately 2:30 a.m., officers investigated a suspicious vehicle complaint

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Term Limits Will Force New Lawmakers Into Mix Sooner

By: Michael Achterling, North Dakota Monitor | December 3, 2024

The North Dakota Legislature is preparing newer lawmakers for upcoming sessions with an emphasis on rapid skill development due to term limits. These limits, approved by voters in 2022, cap lawmakers at eight years each in the House and Senate, significantly impacting institutional knowledge. To address this, strategies include appointing multiple vice chairs, offering mentorship,

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Collateral Damage from Epic Collapse Collects Minot Country Club and NDSF Foundation

by: MinotVoice | December 3, 2024

It’s been a little more than half a year since the epic collapse of the Epic companies hit the news. The fallout continues. Minot journalist Rob Port, who writes for Inforum.com, has the story — or what he can make of it — on how the North Dakota State Fair Foundation and the Minot Country

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Blocked: Natural Gas Pipelines for New North Dakota Industry

by: MinotVoice | December 3, 2024

Water water everywhere and not a drop to drink. In North Dakota, in 2024, of all things we don’t have access to — it’s natural gas. In the heart of where it’s extracted, we can’t get it out of the pipelines, and that’s proving to be a real bummer for those with new industrial ideas

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Cultural Heritage Celebration Gets Going in West Fargo

by: MinotVoice | December 3, 2024

A cultural heritage celebration is kicking off in West Fargo. Organized by Civic West and West Fargo Events, the event will showcase the diverse cultures in the community. Residents are encouraged to bring dishes representing their heritage. Local restaurants will also offer food samples. The event replaces Civic West’s December Fire Hall chat and aims

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Influencers Suing Influencers for Stealing Personas

by: MinotVoice | December 3, 2024

Twenty years ago, our headline on this article wouldn’t even make sense. To many, it still won’t today. But in the world of online influence, following too closely could become a problem. We rarely publish “speculative” or “could happen” news, but this is an interesting case that could reshape ideas of copyright and intellectual property.

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Less than half of local IT leaders not ready for AI, survey says

by: MinotVoice | December 3, 2024

A theme of today’s news seems to be the fast-moving digital world around us. And the rate it which AI is shaping it is accelerating. Are our local governments and institutions ready for what’s not just on the horizon, but already here? Not if you ask those who are in charge of information technology for

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Rethinking Digital Citizenship

by: MinotVoice | December 3, 2024

The world has been changing pretty fast. It’s only going to get faster. And more and more, our worlds are digital. It invites the question: are the curriculums that educate our kids built from the past or for the future? And is it about more than curriculums to begin with? If you’re curious about how

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What Happens When Cellphones Aren’t in Classrooms?

by: MinotVoice | December 2, 2024

Riverton High School in Wyoming has implemented a policy banning cellphone use in classrooms. While initial adjustments were challenging, students and staff report improved focus, learning, and social interactions. Principal Thomas Jassman notes decreased student drama and bullying. Teachers find their jobs easier without phone distractions. The policy shift follows encouragement from Wyoming officials to

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Ellendale Program Piloting Through Project to Increase Housing Supply

By: Jeff Beach, North Dakota Monitor | December 2, 2024

Ellendale, North Dakota, is expecting 20 new rental homes for Applied Digital employees by spring 2025, a project spearheaded by Headwaters Development and supported by North Dakota’s R-WISH program. This initiative aims to bolster rural housing in communities with under 20,000 residents. The Bank of North Dakota, local contractors, and Ellendale’s government contribute through collaborative

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Digging in to Charitable Gaming in North Dakota

by: MinotVoice | December 1, 2024

In 2017, North Dakota legalized E-tab machines (the polite way of saying “Slot Machine”) as part of the state’s broader charitable gaming policies. The rise in revenue has been meteoric; we’re just starting to observe the full consequences. Kyara Brown with KX News takes a deeper look at the industry, breaks down how the revenue

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Minot Park District’s half-cent sales tax explained

by: MinotVoice | November 30, 2024

On Monday, City Council will consider a resolution to officially call a special election for next June. The question: should we change the way we fund the Park District and spend more from sales tax and less from property tax? That’s the simplified version. Kyara Brown with KX News has more details on the proposal

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Ward County Commission | December 3, 2024

by: MinotVoice | November 30, 2024

The Ward County Commission will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers at the Ward County Administrative Building, located at 315 3rd St SE. The meeting will begin with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the roll call and approval of the meeting agenda. Among the

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