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CurioToday in Minot | Dec 13, 2024

Today is Friday, December 13th. The sun will rise on the 83rd day of fall, and the 348th day of the year at 8:28 AM. We will see 8 hours 23 minutes of daylight before it sets at 4:51 PM. See What's Happening Today in Minot! #SupportLocalMedia #SavorMinot [...]

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CurioOn This Day | December 13

On this day an Englishman went round the world, there were atrocities in a war we've been taught little of, and a hotly contested election was gracefully conceded. In Minot, our home town sons were making good, an Englishman had a comment on our success, and Burlington has an inventor making news. [...]

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CurioOn This Day | Minot Kids Making Good Out There

That praise of the dramatic skill and ability of a former Minot boy while at the University of North Dakota by the leading worker of folk playmaking should win the applause of a New [...]

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CurioOn This Day | Imitation Leather Invented in Burlington?

The process discovered by Mr. Dove Monday is that of making the most beautiful imitation grained leather with the use of coatings of his product on oiled or parchment paper. [...]

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CurioOn This Day | Influenza Sweeps Through Schools

The Christmas music program shall be indefinitely deferred -- perhaps until next year. It seems quite unwise to bring the pupils together in such numbers. [...]

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CurioOn This Day | Flood Protection Funding Falls Short

There is a question as to when the work will be completed, inasmuch as the drainage commission of Ward county at the present time is out of funds. [...]

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CurioOn This Day | America’s Great Prosperity

The foundation of your great prosperity as a nation is the great civic pride of each of your cities. Every American city that we have visited is proud of itself, of its prosperity, and [...]

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NewsIn Syria, Assad’s Reign Is Over. What’s Next?

Imagine waking up and a regime that’s been in place for over half a century unravels in just a week. That’s exactly what’s happened in Syria, where Bashar al-Assad’s once formidable regime has been toppled; he’s taken refuge in Russia. Here on TheMinotVoice we typically stay focused on Minot topics, but when there’s high quality [...]

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NewsIn Sweden, Lack of Wind in Germany Sends Electricity Prices Soaring

If you’re feeling a chill in the air, it’s not just winter—it might be Sweden’s power struggle. As rivers freeze and winds stall in Germany, electricity prices are soaring, reminiscent of the 2022 energy crisis. In Electricity Zone 3, covering major cities like Gothenburg, Stockholm, and Uppsala, brace for rates reaching 10 kronor (44 cents) [...]

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CommentaryDakota 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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NewsWest 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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CommentaryAn open letter to the local government leaders

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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CurioIowa 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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NewsIron Bladen Shall Reign Over Minot Area Roads this Winter

The North Dakota DOT released the names of the departments annual Name-a-Plow contents. In Minot, Iron Bladen hall reign over all roads in our region. Catch the full news release along with other region’s names below. And you can always get a quick road update right here on TheMinotVoice — look for the “Fast” link [...]

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CurioToday in Minot | Dec 12, 2024

Today is Thursday, December 12th. The sun will rise on the 82nd day of fall, and the 347th day of the year at 6:00 PM. We will see of daylight before it sets at 6:00 PM. See What's Happening Today in Minot! #SupportLocalMedia #SavorMinot [...]

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CurioOn This Day | December 12

On this day radio crossed an ocean. A painting with a wry smile was recovered and became famous, and the Supreme Court decided an election. In Minot, we trusted in Teddy, but tariffs -- not so much. [...]

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