Williston Police Chief placed on leave

Citing low morale and operational dysfunction have led to the Williston Chief of Police has been placed on leave. The Williston Herald has the full story.

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People in colder countries understand the magic of winter. What’s their secret?

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, winter often feels like a season of hibernation. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? Researcher Kari Leibowitz ventured into the depths of the world’s most frigid winters, not just to survive the cold and darkness, but to discover how people actually

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Great Miami Riverway network in Ohio Drives $1.2 billion economic impact

The Great Miami Riverway connects more than 99 miles of river, paved trails, and vibrant communities a short drive from Cincinnati and Columbus. As a premier destination, it offers outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and economic opportunities for all. And the impact of the attraction for the region is worth noting. In 2023, tourism hit record

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Minot Public Schools Official Enrollment: 7,567 Students

For state reporting and budget setting purposes, Minot Public Schools had an enrollment 7,567 students as of September 30, 2024. That’s the report Superintendent Scott Faul delivered to School Board members at December’s monthly meeting. The other significant topic of the meeting was the facility report provided to the district by JLG Architects. Look for

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Port: The value of democracy hinges on the voters

Democracy isn’t perfect, but it’s the best we got. Rob Port dives into the topic with local examples that will make his argument hard to deny, even if you think you sit on the other side of some ideological fence.

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Dakota Gardener: Data driven

Math is important. It’s tough, though, trying to teach that to students who study natural resources management. Most people go into the broader field of natural resources because they love the outdoors – hiking, camping, fishing, hunting. But these people often aren’t into math. They don’t want to add, multiply and use statistics to make

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West Fargo launches citywide ash tree removal in response to emerald ash borer

It’s coming. Time and nature will guarantee it. It’s an invasive species, the emerald ash borer. West Fargo is taking decisive steps to tackle what’s ahead. This pest feeds on bark, risking the health of the local tree population. To protect the area’s greenery, the city will replace affected trees with native species, boosting biodiversity

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Iowa City school board approves new cellphone policy

When it comes to classroom distractions, cellphones often top the list. In response, the Iowa City school board made a decisive move: phones, earbuds, and headphones must be out of sight during class time starting in 2025. This policy aims to create a focused learning environment, with phones tucked away in bags or lockers. While

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Crews getting outdoor ice skating rinks ready for winter

Minot’s outdoor ice rinks are on their way to becoming winter’s favorite playgrounds, but there’s work to be done first. Parks crews are out daily, carefully layering water and clearing snow to craft smooth, skate-worthy surfaces. It’s a labor of love for a community that cherishes skating, from casual gliders to aspiring hockey stars. Get

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Letter: The Season of Small Business supports North Dakota’s main street retailers and restaurants

It’s easy to get swept up in the convenience of clicking “buy now” from your couch, but let’s take a moment to remember the vibrant role small businesses play during the holidays. They aren’t just shops; they’re the lifeblood of our communities—the very essence of our towns. As we dive into this season of giving,

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Compare Minot: Moorhead City Council approves 2025 budget with 5% tax hike

Minot is not the only town with property taxes. We’re not the only place where they occasionally go up, too. Moorhead’s City Council has laid down the blueprint for 2025 with a $142 million budget, preparing for a modest bump in property taxes. With a revised tax levy, expect a 4.99% increase in property taxes,

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Lake Sakakawea set to be Minot’s primary water source

The decades-old Northwest Area Water Supply project (NAWS) is nearing completion. Set to begin flow next year, the NAWS Lake Sakakawea project promises to double current water capacity. Minot residents can anticipate a more secure, abundant water source. KX News has the full story.

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

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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Ask AI: Institutional Gaslighting

This article is a reproduction of a conversation with ChatGPT. It is published here to provide deeper context to this recently published commentary. The original conversation can be viewed here. Chat, Are you familiar with the term “Institutional Gaslighting”? ChatGPT said: Yes, “institutional gaslighting” refers to situations where an organization, institution, or entity manipulates information

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Minot Public Schools Agenda | December 12, 2024

The School Board of Minot Public School District No. 1 will hold its Regular Board Meeting Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 5:30PM at the Minot Public Schools Administration Building (Board Room). Live Stream is available on the Minot Public School Board YouTube Channel. Board Packet Information can be viewed at: https://bit.ly/MPSBP24 Minot {Public School’s Youtube

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We Should Have Expected This

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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