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Tourism challenges amidst tariff tensions: A look at the International Peace Garden

by: MinotVoice | April 29, 2025

As tensions at the border rise, the International Peace Garden finds itself in a delicate spot—caught between customs checkpoints and misconceptions. Fewer Manitobans are crossing south, and that’s starting to ripple through North Dakota’s tourism economy. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to cross a formal border to visit the Garden. It straddles both

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North Dakota’s Top Tourism Event Arrives in Minot

by: MinotVoice | April 29, 2025

For a few days this week, Minot becomes the meeting ground for one of North Dakota’s most vital industries—tourism. The annual Travel Industry Conference brings together the people behind the scenes of our state’s $5.7 billion visitor economy, from small-town marketers to big-picture strategists. With sessions on AI, workforce challenges, and rural storytelling, it’s less

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North Dakota House passes Department of Commerce budget after debate over amendments

by: MinotVoice | April 28, 2025

After two days of heated debate, the North Dakota House passed the Department of Commerce budget last Thursday with a 61-31 vote. Lawmakers clashed over late additions, including funding for drones, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, and a $75 million development fund line of credit. Critics warned the bill risked violating the state’s single-subject rule,

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As international visitors stay away, Yellowstone National Park tourism industry banks on Americans

by: MinotVoice | April 19, 2025

Yellowstone’s gates are open, and the shelves in West Yellowstone are once again stacked with shot glasses, hoodies, and stuffed bison calves. But this summer’s tourist season carries a different tone. While American families may still hit the road, the global crowd is thinning — a ripple effect of tariffs, market unease, and shifting international

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Williams County to give out $80,000 in tourism grants

by: Josh Wolsky | March 26, 2025

Tourism doesn’t just happen—it’s built, often piece by piece, by local ideas and community effort. In Williams County, that effort just got a boost. The 2025 Tourism Grant Program is now accepting applications, offering $80,000 to support events, advertising, and capital projects that draw visitors and showcase the region. From expanded facilities to fresh events,

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Trump policies leave North Dakota summer tourism prospects uncertain

by: MinotVoice | March 10, 2025

Tourism is big business in North Dakota, but tensions at the national level are starting to ripple through the state’s economy. The latest flashpoint? A drop in Canadian visitors and staffing cuts at national parks. Businesses that rely on cross-border travel are already feeling the squeeze, while parks like Theodore Roosevelt National Park brace for

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North Dakota Tourism Celebrates Record Growth in 2024

by: MinotVoice | March 10, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Commerce Tourism and Marketing Division reports a strong year for tourism in North Dakota, despite a slowing economy and waning consumer spending. “Through strategic marketing, industry partnerships and the momentum of our ‘HELLO’ campaign we continue to see growth, despite being outspent by our competitors,” said Tourism and Marketing Director Sara Otte Coleman.” North Dakota saw

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McFeely: Yes, White Earth wants to build a casino in Moorhead. Will city, county welcome it?

by: Josh Wolsky | March 7, 2025

A casino east of Moorhead isn’t a certainty—but it’s not just speculation either. The White Earth Band of Ojibwe has purchased 280 acres near a key highway interchange, with clear interest in building a gambling and entertainment complex. While the project would face a long legal and regulatory process, local officials may see it as

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Four Minot Attractions Featured as Part of North Dakota’s New Tourist Experiences

by: MinotVoice | March 1, 2025

North Dakota is rolling out the welcome mat in 2025 with new attractions, expanded experiences, and milestone celebrations across the state. From the rolling Badlands to vibrant city centers, visitors can explore rich cultural heritage, thrilling entertainment, and immersive outdoor adventures—all without breaking the bank. And right here in Minot, excitement is brewing with the

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Small businesses tap South Dakota tourism growth

by: MinotVoice | February 25, 2025

Tourism in South Dakota isn’t just booming—it’s shaping careers and livelihoods across the state. From a hotel manager in Sioux Falls who welcomes travelers with humor and hospitality to a couple running a Black Hills campground and an artist capturing the state’s beauty in handmade souvenirs, small business owners are finding opportunity in the state’s

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Minot region remains hopeful for Canadian tourism

by: MinotVoice | February 25, 2025

Despite new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, Minot’s tourism leaders remain hopeful that cross-border friendships will endure. While some Canadians have expressed frustration and reconsidered travel plans, many still see value in visiting for shopping, entertainment, and events like the North Dakota State Fair. To ease concerns, the International Peace Garden is keeping prices steady

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Idea Mining: Backyard bakery, gravel cycling event among attractions spotlighted by Nebraska tourism agency

by: MinotVoice | February 20, 2025

Nebraska’s best-kept secrets took center stage at the state’s annual tourism awards, where small-town charm and major attractions alike were celebrated. Adeline’s Bakery in Burr, known for its homemade pastries and warm hospitality, won the Nebraska Passport Champions’ Choice Award. Meanwhile, Norfolk’s revitalized riverfront, featuring a whitewater park, earned top honors as an Outstanding Tourism

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Regina residents say tariff pause doesn’t change plans to boycott U.S. goods, cancel trips

by: MinotVoice | February 5, 2025

Canadian visitors are a big part of Minot’s economy, filling hotels, shopping local, and keeping businesses busy. But with tensions rising over U.S. trade policies, some Canadians are rethinking their trips south—opting for Mexico or simply spending more at home. The latest tariff threats, even postponed, are pushing travelers like Igor Murashko to cancel U.S.

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North Dakota Tourism Unveils 2023 Plan Along With 100-Year Anniversary Highway Map

by: MinotVoice | January 26, 2023

Bismarck, ND — Gov. Doug Burgum along with North Dakota Department of Commerce Tourism and Marketing Director Sara Otte Coleman and North Dakota Department of Transportation Division Director for Planning and Asset Management Director Scott Zainhofsky unveiled the new tourism and marketing campaign, and the 100th anniversary edition of the North Dakota state highway map

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North Dakota Tourism doubles down on star power

by: Josh Wolsky | February 2, 2016

Actor Josh Duhamel is now the face of North Dakota tourism. A brief ad spot featuring Duhamel in 2014 led to a spike in web traffic, so this year the Tourism Department bet big on new commercials and a broader ad reach.

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2014 Tourism Numbers in ND

by: Josh Wolsky | April 1, 2015

KMOT News has the story on how the state’s tourism spending may be having the desired impact — getting people to visit North Dakota, come to school here, open a business here.

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