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Minot Student’s Research Uncovers Hidden Chemicals in THC Products

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by: MinotVoice  |  

What’s really in that vape? A student at Minot State is asking a question that’s on a lot of minds—and his research is raising eyebrows. Chemistry major Sebastian Ayala analyzed THC vape products and found ten unknown compounds, possibly created through degradation or sloppy production. With no expiration dates and no regulation, he says consumers

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Minot photographer challenges himself with ‘photo a day’

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Some people chase a dream. Ethan Wiley decided to photograph his—literally. What started as a quiet challenge to take one photo each day has become a daily ritual of growth, creativity, and discipline. Through his lens, he’s not just capturing moments; he’s sharpening skills, defining a style, and uncovering the hidden beauty in everyday life.

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Jeremy Brandt hired as Minot High head boys basketball coach

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Minot High didn’t wait long to find its next basketball leader. Less than a month after Dean Winczewski’s retirement, Jeremy Brandt is stepping in as head coach of the Magicians. A familiar face in North Dakota basketball, Brandt brings nearly 500 high school wins and a state championship to the role. He’s spent the past

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Company behind dire wolf de-extinction discusses animals with MHA Nation leadership

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by: MinotVoice  |  

The idea of bringing back an extinct animal sounds like science fiction — but it’s happening. Using ancient DNA and modern gene editing, a Dallas-based company has bred three pups modeled after the legendary dire wolf. And a piece of that story might lead back to North Dakota. Leaders from the MHA Nation are in

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Signature threshold met for Minot mayoral special election

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Minot voters will get their say in who fills the city’s vacant mayor’s seat. City officials confirmed this week that enough signatures were gathered to trigger a special election, following the recent resignation of Mayor Tom Ross. City officials confirmed the petition effort surpassed the required threshold. The City Council will set an election date

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City Council Tables License Plate Reader System for Clearer Policy Development

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Minot’s police department wants new tools to fight crime—and they’re looking to license plate readers to help. The proposed system would snap still images of passing vehicles, flagging plates linked to crimes or missing persons. Supporters say it could speed up investigations and enhance public safety. But some council members raised concerns about privacy and

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Esther’s Acres ‘Farmacy’ Brings Food Back to the Basics

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by: MinotVoice  |  

At a 125-year-old farm in Glenburn, a new kind of storefront is taking shape—quietly, honestly, and without a checkout counter. Esther’s Acres has opened a self-serve shop called the Farmacy, offering local produce, raw milk, handmade soaps, and more—no clerk needed. It’s part farm stand, part classroom, and all about reconnecting people to where their

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North Dakota honey producer weighs in on nationwide spike in bee deaths

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by: MinotVoice  |  

North Dakota leads the nation in honey production, but the buzz is growing quieter. A recent report shows commercial beekeepers lost over 60% of their colonies between June and February—a staggering hit, even in an industry familiar with hard winters and tough cycles. Will Nissen of Five Star Honey Farms isn’t shocked, but he is

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Minot citizens weigh in on how to fill mayoral vacancy

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Minot’s leadership table has an empty chair, and the debate over how to fill it is heating up. After Mayor Tom Ross stepped down, the city council moved to appoint his replacement from within—but not everyone’s on board. Some residents are pushing back, calling for a special election instead. With trust in local government on

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Trade programs growing in interest for Minot students after high school

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by: MinotVoice  |  

For today’s high school students, the road after graduation no longer leads in just one direction. At Minot North High School, a growing number of seniors are weighing college alongside trade schools, apprenticeships, and immediate careers. With programs in everything from nursing to aviation, and counselors helping students shape a plan as early as middle

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NOT GUILTY: Jury acquits Nichole Rice in 2007 killing of Anita Knutson

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by: MinotVoice  |  

A jury in Grand Forks has found Nichole Rice not guilty in the 2007 killing of her roommate, Anita Knutson, in Minot. Prosecutors highlighted inconsistencies in Rice’s statements and presented testimony from two witnesses who claimed Rice admitted to the crime. The defense questioned law enforcement’s handling of the case and pointed to an alternate

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Attorneys give lengthy, impassioned closing arguments as Nichole Rice case goes to jury

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by: MinotVoice  |  

The courtroom has quieted, and now the weight shifts to the jury. Prosecutors say Nichole Rice knew too much—details only the killer could know. The defense fired back, calling the case sloppy and sensational, a rush to judgment built on weak links and old memories. After weeks of testimony and years of questions, the final

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Minot High boys basketball’s Dean Winczewski announces coaching retirement

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by: MinotVoice  |  

After 25 seasons on the sidelines and more than 400 career wins, Dean Winczewski is retiring from basketball. One of the most accomplished coaches in North Dakota history, Winczewski led Minot High to four state titles over 17 seasons, including a three-year championship run from 2015 to 2017. He previously won two titles at Dickinson

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Emotional testimony from Nichole Rice’s family, defense begins case in murder trial

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by: MinotVoice  |  

The trial of Nichole Rice, accused in the 2007 killing of Anita Knutson, took a dramatic turn Monday as the prosecution rested its case—with Rice’s own relatives testifying against her. Her aunt told the jury that Rice once said Anita “deserved to die,” and investigators described years of shifting stories. The defense has now taken

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Witnesses Claim Nichole Rice Confessed to Roommate’s Murder

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In the first week of the Nichole Rice murder trial, testimony took a sharp turn as multiple witnesses claimed Rice confessed to the 2007 stabbing of her roommate, Anita Knutson. The admissions, allegedly made at house parties years after the crime, added a new layer to a case that had gone cold for more than

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Flat Reaction, Lingering Questions: Day Four of the Nichole Rice Trial

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by: MinotVoice  |  

What does shock look like—and what does it mean when it’s missing? In day four of the Nichole Rice murder trial, prosecutors focused on Rice’s flat reaction to news of her roommate’s 2007 killing, while the defense pressed why another potential suspect wasn’t fully investigated. With former officers, coworkers, and forensic experts taking the stand,

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