Photography: Solitude in Brinsmade, North Dakota

Troy Larson has been capturing North Dakota’s ‘ghosts’ for several years. In his most recently published gallery you get a view of old and new in Brinsmade — a little town West of Devils Lake. Title photo by Terry Hinnenkamp, Ghosts of North Dakota.

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Commentary: An Open Letter to ND University System Chancellor

In his weekly column for The Minot Daily News, Rob Port offers a little advice for the state’s new University System Chancellor. It’s well written and covers a lot of the backstory for the next two articles you’ll encounter in The Minot Voice news feed.

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Higher Ed Board Committee Recommends Tuition Rate Hikes at All ND Universities

Last month legislators approved a bill that would cap raising tuition at the state’s universities by 2.5% annually, and the State Board of Higher Education finance committee voted to raise tuition at most universities by that much.

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Testing Glitches Prompt Formation of Task Force for Standardized Testing

The rollout of computerized standard testing in North Dakota schools has been anything but smooth, and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler is forming a task force to explore options.    

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Montana Moves to Save Indigenous Languages from Extinction

Governor Steve Bullock signed into law two bills that will work to protect modern Montana’s connection to its Native American past. His quote, “[Native American languages]… represent the culture and history of our entire state.”

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Editorial: Celebrating 50 years, planning for another 50

The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating 50 years this summer. It’s a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the terrific parks being managed by the state of North Dakota.

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ND Cowboy Hall of Fame Reveals Two New Exhibits

A long time rodeo clown and a bareback rider are featured among the new exhibits at the Medora attraction.

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1st Annual ND Brewers Fest at Fair Grounds

North Dakota breweries and home brewers were all gathered together yesterday at the North Dakota State Fair Center to offer up a taste and share their passion for beer and brewing. It was the first of what seems likely to become an annual event.

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Game & Fish: Sage Grouse Counts Remain Low

— Official News Release, ND Game & Fish — Results from North Dakota’s spring sage grouse survey indicate the number of strutting males observed remains well below management objectives. Therefore, the sage grouse hunting season will remain closed in 2015. Aaron Robinson, North Dakota Game and Fish Department upland game bird biologist, said biologists counted

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University System Chancellor Offered to Former Rhodes Scholar

The State Board of Higher Education has offered the position of chancellor to  Mark Hagerott. Read more about Mr. Hagerott’s history and vision for North Dakota’s University System below. It is anticipated he will accept the position and begin work July 1. The following is reprinted from a letter addressed to the Board of Higher

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Governor Dalrymple: 2015 Legislative Recap

You want a quick overview of everything that happened in the 2015 legislative session? Check out the news release from Governor Dalrymple’s office below. — Official News Release, Governor Dalrymple — Gov. Jack Dalrymple today said North Dakota’s 64th Legislative Assembly was highlighted by the passage of additional tax relief and property tax reform as

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Fire Emergency Extended Through May 8

— Official News Release, Governor Dalrymple — Gov. Jack Dalrymple today extended a statewide fire emergency through May 8 to protect against fire outbreaks. Dalrymple said the state’s county commissioners should assess their counties’ fire threat and be prepared to authorize a county burn ban, if necessary, once the statewide fire emergency expires May 8.

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Williston Area Recreation Center Awarded ‘Tourism Attraction of the Year’

With more than 400,000 visits in the first year, the Williston Area Recreation Center has proven a remarkable success. That success was recognized last weekend at Governor Dalrymple’s Tourism Awards. Photo Courtesy of JLG Architects.

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Watch Online: Smithsonian’s Aerial America Series on The Dakotas

Take in the soaring views above a state that inspired a future president, launched the country’s first millionaire, and kept a dark, rich secret under its expansive prairies for centuries. This lofty journey over North Dakota highlights the Roughrider State’s grand beauty…

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2015 Session: Final Tax Relief Adds up to Nearly $400 Million

— Official News Release, Governor Dalrymple — Gov. Jack Dalrymple joined legislators today to announce the passage of nearly $400 million in additional tax relief for the people of North Dakota as well as meaningful reform to the state’s property tax system. “North Dakota’s strong economy and our long-standing commitment to sound fiscal management continue

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Game & Fish: Kids Boating Course, Becoming and Outdoors Women

With the summer season coming up, there are a few events ND Game and fish want you to have on your radar. Get the full news releases below. Kids Aged 13-15 Are Required to Take Boaters Education Course Boat owners are reminded that children ages 12-15 who want to operate a boat or personal watercraft

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