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Dunseith Debacle-Whistleblowers Alert NTSB to Aviation Safety Concerns Tied to Facility

The Dakotan has recently learned two of the nation’s most prominent aviation safety whistleblowers, Ed Pierson (retired Navy officer and Boeing 737 Max senior manager) and Joe Jacobsen (retired FAA flight control engineer), have issued a formal letter to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) warning of a serious and unresolved threat to public and […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 16, 2025

Paul Pitner Announces Bid for Mayor

Minot City Councilman Paul Pitner has officially entered the race for mayor, announcing his candidacy Tuesday morning in a statement on his Facebook page. An alderman since 2018, Pitner pledged to “restore integrity to the office of the mayor” and called for a renewed focus on civic pride and accountability. Pitner becomes the third sitting […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 15, 2025

More than 5M could lose Medicaid coverage if feds impose work requirements

By: Shalina Chatlani(Stateline Reporter) Under an emerging Republican plan to require some Medicaid recipients to work, between 4.6 million and 5.2 million adults ages 19 to 55 could lose their health care coverage, according to a new analysis. The study, conducted by Urban Institute researchers with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, calculated that […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 14, 2025
Fuller announcing live on The Dakotan

Alderman Rob Fuller Announces Bid for Mayor

Minot-Alderman Rob Fuller, 52, sat down with Jonathan Starr the morning of Monday April 14 to announce his intentions to run for Mayor. Fuller looks to give Minot a "fresh start" following the resignation of Tom Ross at the beginning of this month. Fuller was elected to city council in June of 2024 and looks […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 14, 2025
AI rendering of Adult Dire Wolves Romulus and Remus

Like a Phoenix Rising From the Ashes, Dire Wolves are Reborn: Could They Return to ND?-Collom's Column

Romulus, Remus, and now Khaleesi and Titus are the first living dire wolves in more than 10,000 years. Born through advanced genetic engineering in late 2024 and early 2025, these pups represent a monumental leap in science, one that has long been theorized over and now seems to be reality. Thanks to the work of […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 12, 2025
City Council President Mark Jantzer

City Council President Jantzer Confirms Mayoral Bid

Minot-Mark Jantzer, the City Council President and current acting mayor has confirmed his intentions to seek the position in this summers upcoming special election. He would be filling the remainder of former Mayor Tom Ross's term which expires in June of 2026. Jantzer has served as an Alderman since 2008. Jantzer sat down with Jonathan […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 11, 2025

Minot’s Drinking Water Passes All Tests, but Lead Lines Remain a Focus

Minot-Thursday saw The City of Minot shared their 2024 Water Quality Report via the Minot Water Treatment Plant. Minot's drinking water once again met all federal and state safety standards in 2024, according to the report. While the city continues to deliver clean water to residents, it emphasizes a bigger focus on identifying and eliminating […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 10, 2025
Interim Chief Dale Plessas speaking before City Council April 7, 2025 (Photo: Jonathan Starr)

Minot City Council Tables License Plate Reader Proposal Amid Civil Liberties Concerns

A proposal to implement license plate reader (LPR) technology in Minot was tabled Monday night after a lengthy and intense City Council discussion balancing the promise of public safety against the risk of potentially eroding civil liberties. The council voted 5-1 to pause any contract with Flock Safety, the proposed vendor, until a formal usage […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 9, 2025
Lisa Hermosillo (L) and Corey Long (R) sitting in Leif's favorite seats.(Photo by Jonathan Starr)

Leif Snyder Honored by City with "Leif Snyder Appreciation Day"

Minot-Monday's city council meeting included 3 proclamations for the city, with one holding a special place in our heart at The Dakotan. Our late friend Leif Snyder was honored with a special proclamation deeming his birthday April 17, Leif Snyder Appreciation day. Leif passed away last month at 51 due to complications from Type 1 […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 8, 2025
Packed City Hall, Monday April 7, 2025-(Photo by Jonathan Starr)

City Council has Eventful First Meeting Following Mayor's Resignation

Minot-Monday April 7, led to a marathon city council meeting lasting over 3.5 hours that featured a plethora of topics ranging from debate over a new police software, to childcare costs, and even the likelihood of a special mayoral election. The meeting, led by acting mayor Mark Jantzer, began with 3 proclamations including one deeming […]
by K.L. Collom
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April 8, 2025
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