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Proposed School Boundaries Explained

Public Input Sought MINOT — Residents got a look at proposed new boundaries throughout the Minot Public School system, and responded to them, during an MPS informational session Monday evening. The public gathering was held at the Cognizant building on the northwest edge of the city, the structure scheduled to be converted to the system’s […]
by Kim Fundingsland
February 22, 2022

For the Farmer: ND Farm Bureau President responds to allegations and explains what the Farm Bureau is doing to close the urban-rural divide

If you are a farmer and you have not seen the recent New York Times Opinion online videos demonizing farmers, then your blood pressure is likely still at a reasonable level. If you have seen them, and you work in agriculture like I do, your blood pressure is probably through the roof. The videos, of […]
by Charlie Adams
February 22, 2022

Newly Appointed Public Service Commissioner Sheri Haugen-Hoffart Launches Campaign

BISMARCK — Newly appointed Public Service Commissioner Sheri Haugen-Hoffart announced this week that she will seek the Republican nomination for Public Service Commission. Earlier this month, Gov. Doug Burgum appointed Haugen-Hoffart to fill the unexpired term of former Commissioner Brian Kroshus. Haugen-Hoffart said, “I am grateful for Governor Burgum’s appointment and look forward to earning […]
by The Dakotan
February 21, 2022

Update on 14 Vehicle Crash near Mapleton

MAPLETON — During the morning and afternoon of Monday, the Fargo area experienced weather conditions that consisted of snow and high winds which created blowing snow. The snow and high winds decreased visibility to near zero, and roadways became snow covered due to drifting snow. North Dakota Highway Patrol Troopers responded to multiple motorist assists […]
by The Dakotan
February 21, 2022

Ward County Road, Bridge Repair Projects

Update on right-of-way dedication amendment  MINOT — The Ward County Commissioners approved to bid out micro surfacing, chip seal, and bridge replacement projects estimated at $3 million.  The micro surfacing, a process to eliminate rutting from roadways, would bring maintenance to the following roads County Road 9 between County Road 14 and Highway 2; County Road […]
by Jasahd Stewart
February 21, 2022

Ward County ARPA Application Portal in the Works 

Commissioners decline financial firm’s portal services  MINOT — Ward County Commissioners decided to have staff members create an online portal for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund applications rather than using services from a financial firm.   The commissioners had considered using the services of CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA).  “They are just a database collector…. We can […]
by Jasahd Stewart
February 21, 2022

Crash with Snowplow

BUXTON — The North Dakota Highway Patrol says a man was injured Monday afternoon when he collided with a snowplow on I-29. The snowplow was traveling north actively performing snow removal duties. Its speed was reduced due to that work and poor visibility. Lance Johnson, 25, Mayville, was driving a Cadillac north and drove into […]
by The Dakotan
February 21, 2022

Minot to Host State Fire School

MINOT — Residents of Minot might notice a lot of firefighters in town later this month. The annual State Fire School, conducted by the North Dakota Firefighter’s Association, will be held at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds and the Clarion Hotel Feb. 25-27. “I anticipate there will be between 800 and 900 firefighters in town […]
by The Dakotan
February 21, 2022

Semi Rollover

THOMPSON — The North Dakota Highway Patrol says a semi hauling pigs rolled on I-29 Sunday afternoon. According to the NDHP, Brian McNish, 68, Nesbitt, MB, was southbound on I-29 coming from Brandon, MB heading to Curtiss, WI. The conditions were whiteout conditions and McNish drove into the median. McNish attempted to drive out of […]
by The Dakotan
February 21, 2022

DUI Crash

SHELDON — The North Dakota Highway Patrol says two man were injuried in a head on collision near Sheldon Saturday night. According to the NDHP, Timothy Mark, 74, Sheldon, was stopped waiting to make a left turn into his residence when Jeffrey Grant, 68, Sheldon, drove into the oncoming side of the road and struck […]
by The Dakotan
February 21, 2022

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