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Saskatchewan backtracks on complete ban of U.S.-branded beer, liquor, “Made in Canada” will make shelves

by: MinotVoice | March 25, 2025

After briefly pulling dozens of U.S.-branded alcoholic drinks from shelves, Saskatchewan is reversing course—at least partially. The province will now allow sales to resume for products confirmed to be made in Canada. The move follows backlash to a sweeping response to U.S. tariffs announced by President Trump earlier this month. While the original ban was

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Craft brewers consider kicking the aluminum tariff can to customers

by: Josh Wolsky | March 22, 2025

For Minnesota’s craft brewers, tariffs on aluminum aren’t just a policy debate—they’re a real hit to the bottom line. As costs rise on everything from cans to grain, small breweries are left juggling tight margins and big decisions. Do they absorb the extra cost or pass it to the customer? At places like Jack Pine

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Bold and collaborative approaches are needed to solve Idaho’s physician shortage (and why it matters in North Dakota)

by: Josh Wolsky | March 20, 2025

Idaho’s doctor shortage isn’t just a statistic—it’s a growing crisis affecting nearly every corner of the state. With 43 of 44 counties facing a healthcare provider shortage, access to medical care is increasingly limited, leading to worse health outcomes. While partnerships with out-of-state medical schools help train new doctors, too many leave and never return.

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Keeping It Local: Bill Aims to Save North Dakota’s Rural Grocery Stores

by: MinotVoice | March 19, 2025

In small towns across North Dakota, a grocery store is more than a place to shop—it’s a lifeline. But as rural stores disappear, communities are left with fewer options and longer drives for essentials. Senate Bill 2228 aims to change that, offering $1 million in grants to help struggling stores stay open. For places like

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After Years of Soaring Prices, Farmland Values Begin to Cool

by: MinotVoice | March 19, 2025

After a surge driven by high commodity prices and investor interest, U.S. farmland values are finally slowing. States like Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska saw double-digit increases in recent years, but new USDA data shows the market stabilizing. Rising interest rates and operational costs are cooling demand, even as institutional investors continue buying land. With over

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Fargo’s Proof Artisan Distillers Marks 10 Years, Navigates Industry Shifts and Supply Chain Uncertainty

by: Josh Wolsky | March 18, 2025

After a decade in business, Proof Artisan Distillers has plenty to celebrate—but also plenty to navigate. While the Fargo-based distillery prides itself on using local ingredients, its bottles come from elsewhere, and ongoing supply chain uncertainty has made sourcing them a challenge. Meanwhile, shifting alcohol trends have pushed Proof to adapt, including partnerships like its

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Nebraska meatpackers call on feds to deregulate industry

by: MinotVoice | March 17, 2025

The Meat Institute is pushing the Trump administration to pull back on several key regulations, including those designed to protect workers and the environment. Their lobbying focuses on rolling back rules under the Clean Water Act, worker protections, and food safety standards, claiming these regulations drive up costs. However, critics argue that corporate consolidation and

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In a first for TEDxFargo, 2024 speaker now being featured at TED.com

by: MinotVoice | March 17, 2025

For the first time since its inception, TEDxFargo is making waves on TED’s official platform. Amanda Schneider, founder of ThinkLab, brings a refreshing perspective on Gen Z in the workforce with her talk, “Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it.” Rather than disrupting, she argues, Gen Z is leading the charge for flexibility,

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Entrepreneurial Perspective: From a Smalltown to the World

by: MinotVoice | March 17, 2025

Minot State University and the Minot State University’s Severson Entrepreneurship Academy are hosting a special edition of The Entrepreneurial Perspective series. On March 25, the University will celebrate the grand opening of the Severson Entrepreneurial Academy renovation in Old Main with a presentation, a panel discussion with special guests Clint Severson ’73 and Conni Ahart,

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Does Downtown Minot Need a Grocery Store? Is it Feasible? Would You Use It?

by: Josh Wolsky | March 17, 2025

Minot State University students in Dr. Andy Bertch’s Applied Research class are studying food deserts and the solutions to them. They’re asking for you to weigh in with your thoughts on a “What if”. What if there were a grocery store in downtown Minot? Participating is as simple as following the link below. Take the

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Can America’s whiskey industry survive the latest round of tariffs?

by: MinotVoice | March 16, 2025

For American whiskey producers, trade wars aren’t just political maneuvering—they’re business-altering decisions. Cedar Ridge Distillery, like many in the industry, faces uncertainty as tariffs threaten to upend international sales. With Europe poised to impose a 50% tax on American whiskey and the U.S. responding in kind, distillers are left weighing their options: stay in the

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Meta Tries to Bury a Tell-All Book

by: MinotVoice | March 15, 2025

Meta didn’t wait for Careless People to hit the shelves before trying to discredit it. The company’s preemptive strike against former executive Sarah Wynn-Williams’ memoir only fueled curiosity, and now the book is climbing the bestseller charts. It’s not an exposé with groundbreaking revelations, but a deeply personal account of Meta’s leadership culture—one that, according

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Watch Out: Cryptocurrency scams involving so-called “Investment Education Foundations”

by: MinotVoice | March 15, 2025

The North Dakota Securities Department is warning the public about a new investment scam involving fake “investment education foundations” that lure investors with promises of education on stocks and cryptocurrency, “risk-free” trials, and loans. The main goal of the scammers is to persuade investors to invest their own money into the platform as well as

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Canada’s Hudson’s Bay has survived 355 years. Now the store is in crisis

by: MinotVoice | March 15, 2025

For 355 years, Hudson’s Bay has been a cornerstone of Canadian commerce, evolving from a fur-trading empire to a high-end department store chain. Now, the country’s oldest retailer is fighting to stay afloat. Struggling with debt, declining foot traffic, and economic pressures, the company has sought creditor protection in a bid to restructure. Once a

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Amazon Lockers Arrive at Marketplace Foods in Minot

by: MinotVoice | March 14, 2025

No more worrying about porch pirates—Marketplace Foods in Minot is offering a new way to keep your packages safe. Over the weekend, the South Broadway location installed an Amazon Locker, giving shoppers a secure pickup option for their orders. Instead of waiting on the doorstep, deliveries go straight into a locked compartment, accessible with a

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North Dakota revenue growth slowing amid drop in oil prices

by: MinotVoice | March 14, 2025

North Dakota lawmakers are working with a tighter budget forecast, adjusting for lower projected oil prices and economic uncertainty tied to trade policies. The latest revenue estimate anticipates $5.07 billion in general fund revenues for 2025-27, down $105 million from January’s forecast. While oil production is expected to dip slightly, sales and income tax revenues

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