Category: Commentary

Kudos to NHL for not glorifying Russian players during 4 Nations Face-Off

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In the ever-intricate dance between politics and sports, the NHL has stepped boldly into the spotlight. This February, Canada, Sweden, Finland, and the USA will clash in the 4 Nations Face-Off, a tournament sans Russia. While fans might miss Russian stars like Alexander Ovechkin, the NHL’s decision underscores a broader statement against political regimes; especially

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The Trees, the Forest, and the Gas Lighting Them on Fire

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

When it comes to the recently released independent investigator’s report on the situation inside the Minot Police Department, we shouldn’t lose sight of the forest for the trees.  On the one hand, we have the people who do the work of the City. Our employees. The trees. On the other hand, we have the City

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We Should Have Expected This

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

The independent investigator’s report into the work environment at Minot’s Police Department has been out for a couple weeks now. Explicitly, there is no finding of a hostile work environment. Specifically, the report states: “A hostile work environment means conduct that is unwelcome or offensive in the workplace which causes one or more employees to

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Stay informed, not overwhelmed

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In today’s fast-paced world, the news seems to echo our deepest fears, and it’s no surprise that many have chosen to step back. Yet, how do you keep informed without losing your sanity? If worrying headlines and political antics leave you feeling edgy, it’s crucial to find balance. Here are some strategies to manage news

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Prairie Fare: Why have we heard so much about food recalls?

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By: Julie Garden-Robinson, NDSU Extension Service |

Let’s start with a quick quiz. Name a food that has been recalled in recent months. Here’s your bonus question: what was the potential issue with the food? You probably thought of more than one food that has been recalled due to a potential or actual safety threat to the public. Recalls are specific to

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Between Obesity and Anorexia, Please!

by: Jim Maxson  |  

My self-imposed label is that of an optimistic skeptic. Skepticism of norms, with a touch of imagination here and there, are the cornerstones of progress in the world as we know it. Based on where this nation appears to be heading, the jury is still out on where skepticism ends and contempt begins. As a

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It’s Time to Crack Down on the Meat Market Monopoly

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By: Dave Dickey, Investigate Midwest |

Big Beef has a history of breaking the law if it means making more money for its shareholders and company executives. When just four companies — National Beef Packing Company, Cargill, JBS, and Tyson — collectively control 80% of the U.S.beef market, it’s relatively easy to collude and manipulate prices. And should Big Beef get

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What’s Really Going On?

By: Carrie Evans |

On September 27, 2024, the Minot City Council allotted $50,000 to Clark Hill (a multinational  law firm), to conduct an external investigation into the Minot Police Department, specifically the leadership (not just Chief Klug). The report finds there was no information to support the existence of: a hostile work environment, inconsistent discipline, police staff lacking

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Thank You Blue!

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

As you run your gratitude list today, here’s one item to add. Today, add a little extra thanks for our police officers and the Minot Police Department. If you’re out of the loop, the Minot Police Department is in the middle of a difficult moment. The department’s dirty laundry has been aired publicly as result

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Why City Officials Need To Ditch the Jargon

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By: Emma Durand-Wood, Strong Towns |

**I remember the first time I heard the word “rationalize” in the context of municipal infrastructure.** I was reading the Winnipeg Recreation Strategy, a framework that lays out a 25-year plan for pools, arenas, community centers, etc. within my city. As I was scanning the document, I kept coming across this word. It popped up

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Maybe It’s Time to Go Back to the Beginning?

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

“… when a job went wrong, you went back to the beginning. And this is where we got the job. So it’s the beginning, and I’m staying till Vizzini comes.” It’s a less-famous line by the character Inigo Montoya from The Princess Bride, but perhaps one more fitting for our current moment in the American

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Election ‘Pot’pourri

by: Jim Maxson  |  

One of my favorite quotes is from 1966 when longtime California state senator Dick Tuck was defeated. His comment to the media was, “The people have spoken, the bastards.” At my age, having been on both losing political teams and winning political teams, I prefer a more gracious approach. On a more cynical note, however,

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The Political Paradox of Winning Elections

by: Jim Maxson  |  

A debate topic we may or may not hear much about this year is that of the budget deficit. Common sense should tell us that a reasonable amount of debt is not only acceptable but arguably good business. Too much debt, however, is a destructive path. What ever happened to the politicians who used to

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Go Fish

by: Doug Leier  |  

I’m not a professional angler. When it comes to tips and tactics on how to land a lunker walleye or fill a stringer in short order, I’ve got more questions than answers. In the not so recent past I casually refered to myself as the human cold front because of a perceived lack of fishing

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American Prosperity in the Midst of Political Poverty?

by: Jim Maxson  |  

Despite all the gloom and doom of a seemingly endless political campaign, the USA is doing better economically than any place in the world. China is not factored as a comparable due to its lack of freedom. Russia has an economy equivalent to Illinois. Yet, we whine and demonize each other. Our economic engine has

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Gubernatorial Election Reflections

by: Jim Maxson  |  

Upon digestion of the North Dakota primary elections, a few things have surfaced. For all practical purposes, it is arguable that Lt. Governor Tammy Miller has been the acting Governor of North Dakota for about one year while Governor Burgum has been traveling the country running for President, Vice President, a cabinet position, or whatever.

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