Public spaces shape how we live together—whether we bump into a neighbor, sit under a tree, or just pass through on the way to somewhere else. But according to a new survey from Project for Public Spaces, only 5% of professionals believe those places are meeting community needs. The biggest hurdles? Limited funding and too
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In cities facing division and stalled progress, it’s easy to push the arts aside as a luxury. But what if they’re actually essential infrastructure? That’s the argument Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson, former chair of the NEA, makes in this episode of the Next City podcast. Through a thoughtful conversation with Jason Schupbach, she explains how
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Playgrounds are more than slides and monkey bars—they’re where friendships form, confidence grows, and imagination runs wild. At Glenburn Public School, the decades-old equipment that once served those purposes is now nearing the end of its life. With safety becoming a concern, the Glenburn Boosters Club is stepping in with a $95,000 campaign to build
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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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West Fargo is on the cusp of significant change, as discussions unfold about the West 94 Area Transportation Plan. At a recent meeting, residents learned that the development of open land near Interstate 94 and Sheyenne Street could potentially boost the city’s population by 50%. This plan, led by the Metropolitan Council of Governments, examines
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Mandan is turning a downtown alley into a canvas for history and culture. With $40,000 in grant funding, the city is launching an art alley project, bringing five to six murals to a pedestrian-friendly space on West Main Street. The artwork will celebrate the heritage of the Northern Plains, with one mural inviting the community
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Walk through the streets of a historic city like Annapolis, and you’ll feel it—every alley, every irregular building tucked into a forgotten corner tells a story of adaptation and growth. These places weren’t built all at once; they evolved, making the most of every inch of land. Contrast that with modern suburban sprawl, where vast
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**Jaime Izurieta is an architect, designer and author from Montclair, New Jersey, who focuses on the interaction between users and the built environment.** He’s also the founder of Storefront Mastery, an award-winning creative agency that works with place management organizations to design and activate interactions between local businesses and their community. This week, Izurieta joins
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West Fargo’s artists are inviting the community to reimagine their city through the lens of creativity. On Feb. 20, a Civic West fire hall chat will explore what an “artful West Fargo” could look like, from music and theater to sculpture and photography. Led by Adam Pankow and Tania Blanich, the discussion will highlight existing
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Our cities have long been built for cars, not for people—and the skyline as well as the data is starting to show it. Rising rates of depression, diabetes, and other illnesses highlight the cost of environments designed without health in mind. But the tide is turning. Armed with cutting-edge neuroscience, researchers are mapping how buildings
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People who care about their community often feel like they can’t make a difference. They see their neighborhoods struggling with unaddressed problems, hoping someone else will step up to fix things. It’s easy to feel powerless, but a Local Conversation group in Chicago is proving that small, intentional actions can create meaningful change. Strong Towns
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Just before the recent snap of cold weather landed in Texas, I zipped my son into his sweatshirt and marched him to the car. It was time for our daily “outside time,” and I had decided that today would be a little different from our normal walk around the neighborhood. Ten minutes of driving later,
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Bitter cold couldn’t chill the spirits at Vinterfest 2025 in Bismarck, where families found warmth in creativity and community. The North Dakota Heritage Center turned into a snowy gallery, hosting grand sculptures by Team North Dakota Snow Sculpting. One highlight, the “Scandinavian Snow Globe,” captured the essence of Scandinavian art in an intricate swirl of
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A couple of years ago I brought a car back from Florida. I used the trip as an opportunity to see how Minot measured up. I wanted to see how we compared to other places. I didn’t have a lot of time, so my stops were brief. Most were maybe an hour – just enough
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Are more lanes the best way to handle traffic? It’s an assumption that’s shaped communities, including Minot, for decades, but as traffic engineers gather more data, they’re learning ‘more’ isn’t always better or safer. Well, Minot’s going to put that idea into practice. 4th Ave NW from Broadway to the bypass is going to get
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Minot’s City Council will meet Tuesday, February 21, at 5:30 in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The following agenda will be considered. Minot City Council meetings are live-streamed through the City’s Youtube Channel found here. The meeting will consider the agenda attached below. Notable items include an adjustment to a previous MAGIC Fund investment,
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