The City of Minot has issued a snow removal emergency proclamation, beginning at 2 a.m. Thursday. The proclamation will be in effect for 24 hours. During the duration of the proclamation, no vehicle parking is allowed on Priority 1 and Priority 2 emergency snow routes. The proclamation’s parking restrictions will help City crews remove snow
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Grand Forks is stepping into 2025 with caution, as the County Commission enacts a hiring freeze. In a tight 3-2 vote, driven by Commissioner Terry Bjerke, the decision emphasizes fiscal responsibility over routine staffing. It’s not a hiring halt but a call for justification; department heads must now make a case to fill positions. As
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Clay County is taking a stand against flavored vaping. In a packed meeting, students, health professionals, and residents urged county commissioners to restrict the sale of flavored tobacco, citing its appeal to young people and health risks. The ordinance passed narrowly, banning most flavored products while sparing menthol cigarettes and chewing tobacco. The decision, effective
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Minot’s City Council is taking a big step to support first responders dealing with trauma. They’re partnering with a Florida-based provider, FHE Health, to create an outreach and aftercare program that helps officers and other emergency workers grappling with post-traumatic stress. This comes after the heartbreaking loss of two officers to suicide in the last
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The City of Minot will offer free dumping at the City Landfill to its sanitation customers between Dec. 23 and Jan. 4 to help dispose of household waste that could accumulate during the holidays. City of Minot Sanitation Superintendent Josh Kraft said residents receiving City sanitation services can dispose of trash at the landfill free
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Winter in Minnesota is about to get a bit more thrilling. Enter the Ski North Ultra—an endurance challenge for cross-country skiers that isn’t afraid to push the limits. Scheduled for March 8, 2025, this race offers skiers breathtaking North Shore views and three punishing distances: 22, 46, and 100 kilometers. Inspired by her own adventures,
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Clarity and fallout emerges in the wake of Project Bee’s collapse nearly a year ago. Ward County is suing Project BEE for more than $1.3 million, claiming the shelter received duplicate funding for their nearly complete family shelter and affordable housing initiative. According to the county, Project BEE was reimbursed twice for the same expenses.
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It’s like having a community-wide Human Resources Director, and the job is to recruit, recruit, recruit. It’s part of an effort by the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance that will coordinate public and private sector resources to grow the workforce population. In a story that Minot should take note of. Here’s one community putting resources
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Another year of Double D-Haw is in the books, and it was one for the record! On September 21, 2024, The Blue Rider Bar in Minot once again turned a vibrant evening of food, art, music, and community spirit into real, tangible support for breast cancer patients. Over 200 patrons enjoyed a seafood boil—courtesy of
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The School Board of Minot Public School District No. 1 will hold a Special School Board Meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, virtually. Agenda
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On December 16, 2024, at approximately 3:21 p.m., the Minot Police Department responded to a report of a stolen purse at a business in southwest Minot. The incident later escalated to the theft of a vehicle. The victim initially reported her purse stolen from her place of employment. Shortly after, she discovered that her vehicle
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The Minot Park Board will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 5:30 PM in Room 203 of the Minot Municipal Auditorium. Minot Park Board meetings can be live-streamed on the Park District’s Youtube channel found here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXQ-wunaM-ZpNZPNvPIY1Q As well as department reports, the Park Board will tackle new business including a
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Winter in North Dakota might conjure images of snow drifts and frigid air, but for Quinn Renfandt near Minot, it’s a season of growth. Through clever innovation like geothermal greenhouses, local food isn’t hibernating—it’s thriving. This isn’t just about fresh produce; it’s a pledge to community and local economy. Get the full story from KMOT
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The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s office at 857-4752. This meeting will include the roll call, Pledge
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In Iowa, a new law is paying off by getting more students back into their classrooms. Chronic absenteeism, once a widespread issue, is seeing a notable dip across Eastern Iowa schools after the legislation took effect. This law isn’t just about rules; it’s a fresh approach where educators are setting clear expectations and investing in
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Let’s take a stroll down memory lane with an unexpected twist—vinyl records are enjoying a renaissance. Yes, the same vinyl that once defined the 70s is now outselling CDs, mirroring a desire for something tangible and soulful in our digital age. Collectors like Gabriela Martin find deeper meaning in these musical artifacts, while shop owners
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