Minot’s leadership table has an empty chair, and the debate over how to fill it is heating up. After Mayor Tom Ross stepped down, the city council moved to appoint his replacement from within—but not everyone’s on board. Some residents are pushing back, calling for a special election instead. With trust in local government on
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Minot Mayor Tom Ross has resigned following the conclusion of an internal investigation that found he sent a lewd video to the City Attorney. The incident, which occurred in January, was first reported by journalist Rob Port on March 17. According to the report, Ross said the video was intended for his romantic partner and
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Minot State University will offer two new degrees beginning in Fall 2025: biomedical science and environmental science. The biomedical science program blends biology, chemistry, exercise science, and psychology to prepare students for graduate study in healthcare fields. The environmental science degree combines biology, chemistry, and geoscience, with tracks in conservation, earth systems science, and environmental
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A city meeting in Dickinson erupted Tuesday night when a known out-of-town agitator refused to give up the podium during a public comment opportunity, prompting his removal by police. Ryan Messano, who’s gained a reputation for inflammatory remarks targeting women and minority groups, escalated tensions by invoking the Second Amendment during a heated exchange with
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A bill requiring public comment at all regular meetings of local government bodies is one step closer to becoming law in North Dakota. The House passed Senate Bill 2180 in an 85-4 vote, sending it back to the Senate for final approval. The bill mandates that cities, counties, school boards, and other political subdivisions provide
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For years, he was a campus constant—the sharp-eyed enforcer of 30-minute zones, the reason students kept one eye on the clock. Now, “Ticket Man” is officially off duty. NDSU’s long-time parking watchdog has retired, and his absence is stirring up a mix of relief, nostalgia, and nervous anticipation. Some students are celebrating the end of
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What was once a site of controversy may soon become a hub of opportunity. After a Chinese-owned corn milling project was scrapped over national security concerns, a new partner is eyeing the same land—this time, from Belgium. Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski is touring potato plants abroad as Agristo considers building a U.S. facility that
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Craft brewers have weathered shifting tastes, a pandemic, and fierce shelf competition—but now they’re bracing for a new kind of squeeze: tariffs. With steel kegs, Canadian malt, and aluminum cans caught in President Trump’s trade crosshairs, the cost of brewing is climbing fast. For small breweries, these aren’t abstract policy moves—they’re a direct hit to
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Students come to Minnesota from around the world with the hope that if they follow the rules, they’ll be safe, supported, and respected. But two recent ICE arrests—one in Mankato, another in Minneapolis—have shattered that sense of security. With little explanation and no prior contact with the universities, immigration officials detained international students, raising alarm
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Fargo’s next big decision isn’t whether to build a convention center—that’s already in motion, with funding approved by voters. The question now is _where_ to build it. Commissioner John Strand suggested spotlighting a few city-owned downtown properties to spark ideas from developers. But his proposal didn’t gain traction, raising concerns about fairness in the site
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Minot’s childcare centers are caught in a balancing act—essential for working families, yet often struggling to stay financially afloat. Now, a new tax could tip that balance further, unless the City Council steps in with an exemption. As the city reevaluates who’s been taxed and who hasn’t, the stakes are rising for dozens of centers
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Playgrounds are more than slides and monkey bars—they’re where friendships form, confidence grows, and imagination runs wild. At Glenburn Public School, the decades-old equipment that once served those purposes is now nearing the end of its life. With safety becoming a concern, the Glenburn Boosters Club is stepping in with a $95,000 campaign to build
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For today’s high school students, the road after graduation no longer leads in just one direction. At Minot North High School, a growing number of seniors are weighing college alongside trade schools, apprenticeships, and immediate careers. With programs in everything from nursing to aviation, and counselors helping students shape a plan as early as middle
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The Ward County Commission will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers at the Ward County Administrative Building, located at 315 3rd St SE. Ward County Commission meetings can be live-streamed through the county’s Vimeo page found here. The full agenda and packet can be viewed
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The Minot City Council will hold its Special meeting on Tuesday , April 1 2025, at 4:00 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. City Council meetings can also be live-streamed
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Some North Dakota health agencies are trying to adjust to the sudden loss of federal funding. The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services learned last week it lost about $3.2 million in federal funding for substance-use treatment and mental health programs after block grants were rescinded by a federal agency. In an evening
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