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Category: The Daily Brief

Dunseith Debacle Update, Williston Police Chief Report, and NDUS Holmberg Investigation Early Findings

New Links Emerge in Dunseith Debacle: How Much Did State Leaders Know? Read it here What began as a routine state-backed business deal in Dunseith, ND has unraveled into a sprawling controversy now known as the “Dunseith Debacle.” At the center is whistleblower Charles Hoefer, who claims he uncovered guided missile circuitry, fraudulent aviation components, […]
by K.L. Collom
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May 30, 2025

Daily Brief: Nickel hub planned, brine spill fallout, Greenpeace fights verdict, Musk speaks out

North Dakota Coal Mine to Become Processing Site for Minnesota Nickel A former coal mine near Beulah, North Dakota, is set to be transformed into a nickel processing facility by Talon Metals, a Minnesota-based company. The Beulah Minerals Processing Facility will process nickel and copper ore from Talon’s Tamarack mine in Minnesota, with operations expected […]
by The Dakotan
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May 29, 2025

Daily Brief: Leadership Changes, Food Aid Cuts, and New Age Verification Laws in North Dakota

Federal Cuts Threaten Food Access in North Dakota Amid Rising Demand Federal reductions to food assistance programs are straining North Dakota’s hunger relief efforts, with organizations like the Great Plains Food Bank facing significant funding losses. The food bank reported a $1.3 million shortfall due to cuts affecting programs that previously enabled purchases from local […]
by The Dakotan
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May 28, 2025

Memorial Weekend Wrap Up, Highways, Healthcare, and State Historical Society Expansion

Fourth Police Chief Finalist Withdraws from Consideration in Minot citing Mayoral Candidate Read it here A leading finalist for police chief has withdrawn, citing concerns over internal politics and the mayoral candidacy of the council member who helped trigger the prior chief’s ouster. Dr. Richard Rosell’s exit sharpens scrutiny over the city’s leadership culture as […]
by K.L. Collom
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May 27, 2025

Minot Police Chief Candidate Fallout, Armstrong Veto Mishap, Guilty Verdict, and U.S. House Passes Budget

Perception vs. Reality: How Politics Helped Shape Minot’s Police Chief Search Read it here Minot’s search for its next police chief took a hit this week as finalist Dr. Richard Rosell withdrew, citing concerns about political entanglement—specifically referencing a council member now running for mayor. His blunt exit email sparked new questions about the city's […]
by The Dakotan
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May 23, 2025

City Manager Mulling Options, Jamestown Wildlife Research Center, and U.S. House Fights Over Budget Bill

City Manager Harold Stewart Named Finalist for Same Position in Washington State Read it here Minot City Manager Harold Stewart is a finalist for the top administrative job in Lakewood, Washington, raising questions about potential leadership changes at a critical time for the city. In an internal email obtained by The Dakotan, Stewart described the […]
by K.L. Collom
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May 22, 2025

Daily Brief: Police Chief Candidates, Interior Funding, and Rep. Cindy Schreiber-Beck

Minot to Host Public Forum with Police Chief Finalists The City of Minot is set to host a public town hall on Wednesday, May 28, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at City Hall, providing residents an opportunity to engage directly with the three finalists vying for the position of Chief of Police. This initiative underscores […]
by Jonathan Starr
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May 21, 2025

Daily Brief: Voter Decisions Ahead, Governor Vetoes, Progressive Push, and Soybean Shifts

City Council Meets, Tables PD Flock System Until Full 7 Person Council Seated The Minot City Council convened Monday to recognize National Public Works Week, receive a legislative update, and tackle a packed agenda covering budget planning, infrastructure, and public safety. Finance Director Dave Lakefield outlined multi-year budget projections and the city approved a new […]
by Jonathan Starr
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May 20, 2025

Biden Cancer Announcement, New State HHS Head, Budget Bill Fallout, and More

Dunseith Debacle-New Update Traynor to step away from Dakota Medical Foundation to lead state health agency Read it here Gov. Kelly Armstrong has appointed Pat Traynor, president of the Dakota Medical Foundation, as interim head of North Dakota’s largest state agency — the Department of Health and Human Services. Traynor, who begins June 2, will […]
by The Dakotan
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May 19, 2025

Road Construction, NAWS Update, Greenpeace Seeks Reduction, Supreme Court Talks Birthright Citizenship

16th Street SW Construction Begins May 27th Read it here Drivers in southwest Minot should brace for detours starting Tuesday, May 27, as the 16th Street SW Reconstruction Project gets underway. The project will close parts of 16th Street and the Burdick Expressway intersection for pavement removal and storm sewer upgrades. Temporary access will be […]
by The Dakotan
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May 16, 2025
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