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NewsDakota Access Protester Trial Results in Guilty Verdict

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The legal process is beginning to catch up with those involved in the protest activities related to the Dakota Access Pipeline. A jury in Morton County found eight of the early arrestees guilty of disorderly conduct. Special Prosecutor Ladd Erickson has suggested he will seek steeper penalties for those facing more violent charges. [...]

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NewsLake Darling to be Lowered for Spring Runoff

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In anticipation of a heavier-than-average spring runoff, the operating level at Lake Darling will be lowered to 1594 feet above sea level — 2 feet below the normal pre-runoff level. The goal is to reach that level by the end of March, and as the releases ramp up over the next weeks, those on the [...]

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NewsAn End to Sunday Closing Laws Passes House on Second Try

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After lengthy debate on Monday in which a vote to end North Dakota’s Sunday closing laws for retail businesses failed by a narrow margin, a legislator had a change of heart overnight and called to revisit the issue. This time around, the house voted to remove North Dakota’s laws. Get the full story from the [...]

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NewsUND Sports Programs Again on the Chopping Block

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After a contentious process at UND last year that forced coaches and program supporters to defend their sponsorship by the University. Last fall, the decisions were made and it was thought the issue was closed. But proposed 20% cuts to the Universities budget have once again reopened the conversation. Get the full story from the [...]

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NewsCommittee Continues Work Stamping Out Nuisance Weeds

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A City of Minot Ad Hoc Committee on nuisance weeds continues to make progress towards a plan that will allow the City to more effectively manage properties where weeds and construction debris become an eyesore and problem for surrounding property owners. The method proposed: enhancing existing tools and upping enforcement. Jill Schramm with the Minot [...]

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NewsProtest Camp Clean Up Underway

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After months of occupation, the protest camps that have been home to as many as thousands of anti-Dakota Access Pipeline protesters are finally being cleaned up. Protesters remain, but the Standing Rock Tribe hopes to have the camps completely cleaned prior to spring flood waters which are anticipated. [...]

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NewsBismarck Nonprofit Making Big Investment in Historic River Culture

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A Bismarck Nonprofit is on the way to adding a new historic attraction to the Captial city. The foundation has reached their fundraising goal of $750k which means construction will begin this spring on a new museum, ticket office, and cafe for the Lewis and Clark Riverboat. The replica structure will have the appearance of [...]

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NewsFlood Protection: A Penny Could Pay For It

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The City of Minot’s Sales Tax Ad Hoc Committee met yesterday for the second time. The committee is still in the information gathering process, and one of the presenters yesterday was SRJB Project Administrator Ryan Ackerman. He provided the committee with his analysis of paying our local share of flood protection, and it looks like [...]

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NewsMinot’s Opioid Clinic Finding Demand for Services

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North Dakota’s first opioid treatment clinic opened in Minot about six months ago, and clinic operators are already finding a steady stream of patients both in need of the services and hopeful about the positive steps they can take with the assistance provided. Jill Schramm with the Minot Daily News has the story. [...]

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NewsSkate Eastwood Park! Here’s the Skinny on Minot’s Newest Winter Attraction

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It’s a skate-at-your-own-risk experience but at this point of winter, the reward appears to be worth it. The gallery below tells the story perfectly, but here’s what you need to know if you’re looking for a nostalgic throw-back winter experience through Minot’s Historic Eastwood Park. What is it? A skating trail on the river that starts [...]

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NewsA Reprieve for Snow Days

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A bill before the legislature would provide local control to school districts that need to make-up school days canceled because of inclement weather. Currently, the Governor is the only official with the authority to waive the need to make up lost school days. Blair Emerson with the Bismarck Tribune has the full story. [...]

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NewsMoney for MSU Out of the Legislature?

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

An art gallery featuring the works of local artist Walter Piehl on the first floor of the Gordon Olson Library, the missing money for completion of the seasonal air structure over Herb Parker Stadium, and resources to finish work on a facilities building, they’re all part of Senate Bill 228 that would appropriate $2.28 million [...]

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NewsBring Your Ideas — It’s an Opportunity to BuildMinot!

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The community-minded folks at the Minot Public Library are making some noise for a new idea focused on gathering new ideas. The video below is a minute long and it tells the story of everything you need to know about where to take your idea for the Magic City. [...]

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CommentaryHey Minot, Did You Feel the Wind Shift?

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

So, for those of you who have been following the Minot Voice, something you might not know about me is that I’m a sailor. And if you’ve got no experience with sailors, let me describe our breed. We’re calm, industrious folk who make the most of our lot, and we’re acutely aware of the environment. [...]

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NewsOn the Record: City Council Alderman Comment on Snow Removal Ideas

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Earlier this month, Minot’s City Council acted to take a systemic look at the policies and methods we’re using to remove snow from Minot’s streets. Following that meeting, I reached out to Alderman with a question seeking their thoughts on the ideas they believe should be explored. In fairness, I didn’t phrase my question to [...]

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NewsFlood Protection Update: January 12, 2017

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Following last week’s monthly Souris River Joint Board meeting, I grabbed Ryan Ackerman, Project Administrator for the SRJB, for an update on a few aspects of Minot’s long-term flood protection efforts. It’s a six-minute interview, but this information is direct from the best source in town. Watch below. [...]

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