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The bald eagle is officially America’s national bird, thanks to a Minnesotan

by: MinotVoice | December 26, 2024

For centuries, the bald eagle has graced America’s most treasured symbols, but can you believe it only recently became the official national bird? Just in time for Christmas, President Biden signed a bill, backed by bipartisan support, to correct this historical oversight. The eagle, known for its resilience and might, finally claims its rightful perch

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Twenty years after first proposed, NewRange still vying to build Minnesota’s first copper mine

by: MinotVoice | December 23, 2024

The saga of Minnesota’s elusive copper-nickel mine is a tale of optimism marred by lengthy delays and legal battles. Since PolyMet Mining first presented its ambitious plan in 2005, the project has been ensnared in controversies and court rulings, with key permits either revoked or suspended. Now rebranded as NewRange Copper Nickel, the project shows

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It is Time to Preserve the Remaining Wild

By: Shannon Straight | December 23, 2024

The Maah Daah Hey National Monument proposal seeks to protect about one tenth of the 1.1 million acres of the Little Missouri National Grasslands. A modest request to preserve our expansive Badlands. The proposal (found here) tells a more proportional story that recognizes the ancestral lands of indigenous people of ND. We owe them that

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U.S. egg prices are still skyrocketing. Here’s what’s behind the surge

by: MinotVoice | December 22, 2024

Egg prices are cracking records, and it’s no yolk. Wholesale prices in the Midwest soared to $5.57 per dozen, a staggering 150% jump from last year. This surge is driven by a rampant bird flu outbreak impacting laying hens, reducing the supply just as demand peaks for holiday baking. As shoppers stock up for festive

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Bob Dylan and the creative leap that transformed modern music

By: Ted Olson, The Conversation | December 22, 2024

revivalist folk music. But by 1964 Dylan was building a much larger fanbase through performing and recording his own songs. Dylan presented a solo set, mixing material he had previously recorded with some new songs. Representatives from his label, Columbia Records, were on hand to record the concert, with the intent to release the live

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Hoeven: Senate Passes Legislation to Help Make Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library a Reality

by: MinotVoice | December 21, 2024

The U.S. Senate has greenlit a pivotal step toward bringing the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library to life, thanks to legislation championed by Senator John Hoeven. This bipartisan effort, inspired by the success of the Abraham Lincoln Library, empowers the Department of the Interior to award grants for its establishment while ensuring federal dollars aren’t used

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How a North Dakota court battle could bankrupt global titan of environmental activism

by: MinotVoice | December 21, 2024

Nearly eight years after the tumultuous protests over the Dakota Access Pipeline at Standing Rock, the conflict has evolved from the sprawling protests to the courtroom. Energy Transfer, the pipeline’s owner, squares off against environmental giant Greenpeace in what’s shaping up to be one of North Dakota’s most complex civil cases. It’s a $300 million

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A nation exhausted: The neuroscience of why Americans are tuning out politics

By: Arash Javanbakht, The Conversation | December 20, 2024

“I am definitely not following the news anymore,” one patient told me when I asked about her political news consumption in the weeks before the 2024 U.S. presidential election. This conversation happened around the time I talked with a local TV channel about why we saw I am a psychiatrist who studies and treats fear

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‘They don’t live where we live’: How communities hear each other in a divided country

by: MinotVoice | December 19, 2024

Sometimes, stepping into someone else’s shoes means first knowing the stories stitched into your own. A fresh initiative by NPR unfolds these stitched narratives, bringing 30 small groups across the country into the conversation. These communities share what they wish others knew about them and what they are eager to discover about others. This dialogue

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How Are U.S. Students Doing in Math? About as Well as Their Parents Did in 1995

by: MinotVoice | December 19, 2024

America’s math report card just hit our desks, and the news isn’t pretty. Two decades worth of progress in math scores unraveled, bringing us back to levels last seen when today’s students’ parents were in school. The pandemic’s disruption has been a tough pill, leaving the U.S. lagging behind countries like Singapore and Taiwan. And,

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Fixing a glitch, The Bald Eagle Headed Toward Official Designation as National Bird

by: MinotVoice | December 19, 2024

You might think the bald eagle, with its regal presence, is officially the U.S. national bird, but it turns out that’s not the case—at least not until recently. A determined man from Minnesota decided to change that, and now his hard work is paying off. This week, the House passed his bill to officially recognize

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Inside the nuclear missile silos that would have fought World War III

by: MinotVoice | December 19, 2024

Deep beneath South Dakota’s prairies lies a relic of tense days gone by: the Delta-1 Launch Control Facility. Jim Boensch, a retired Air Force major, guides visitors through this preserved slice of Cold War history. Once poised to unleash devastating power, the decommissioned facility now invites reflection on a time when nuclear tensions ran high.

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How humanities classes benefit students in the workplace and combat loneliness

by: MinotVoice | December 18, 2024

In a world obsessed with tech and science, the humanities are quietly taking a back seat, and that’s a loss we might not recognize until it’s too late. With a 24% drop in humanities majors since 2012, the pressure to focus on so-called “practical” degrees is palpable. But dismissing subjects like literature, history, and philosophy

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Hispanic Allies Council translation team builds community bonds at Minot AFB

by: MinotVoice | December 14, 2024

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The Hispanic Allies Council at Minot Air Force Base has founded a translation team in July 2024 to support the diverse community of service members and their families. The initiative aims to provide crucial support for individuals facing language barriers, whether it’s navigating military paperwork, engaging with the local

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Why Liquid Death’s Branding Sells—Even Though Its Water Isn’t Special | WSJ The Economics Of

by: MinotVoice | December 13, 2024

Low-cost water everywhere, but we’ll pay way more when it’s marketed well. Here’s the story. In a world where water brands tout purity and exotic origins, Liquid Death breaks the mold by packaging its product in beer cans, embracing punk rock aesthetics. This audacious approach has earned it a $1.4 billion valuation, positioning it among

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An open letter to the local government leaders

by: MinotVoice | December 12, 2024

Amid rising frustration and distrust toward government institutions, we’re facing a critical moment in public administration. It’s not just a question of who holds office but rather the values guiding our civil service—values that have grown disconnected from today’s pressing issues. Trust is eroding quickly, with 85% of Americans feeling unheard by their leaders. As

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