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Politics Shape Our World

This has been an eventful week for me, politically speaking. I announced my retirement from the state legislature at the upcoming completion of my term in December. It will have been a 10 year stint. Like many, I viewed the legislative seat not as mine to fight for and keep, but as the people’s, who […]

by Rick Becker

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January 24, 2022

Carpe Diem or Seize the Day

Occasionally, a special person comes along that changes the world in an amazing way. Palmer Thompson is just that person. Palmer was born with spina bifida, it is a birth defect in which there is an incomplete closing of the spine and the membranes around the spine during early development of the pregnancy. But even […]

by Jason Spain

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January 23, 2022

Lovin’ the Outdoors — Together

Beauty and the Vet MINOT — If it happens outdoors, chances are Theopolis and Ashley Toliver are part of it. The husband and wife just can’t seem to get enough of fishing and hunting. Darned if they aren’t very good at it too. Together they have a Facebook page, Beauty and the Vet, where they […]

by Kim Fundingsland

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January 23, 2022

Flea Market Makeover

New Ownership, New Name MINOT — There’s been a change of ownership in town. The long-running Magic City Flea Market is now the Dakota Flea Market. Gar Wiedrich, Rolla, recently completed the purchase of the Magic City Flea Market. In addition to changing the name, he says he hopes to make a few improvements to […]

by Kim Fundingsland

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January 22, 2022

Northern Celebrations

Kick-sledding through Winter Sometimes the combination of ingenuity and necessity make for fun things, born out of a way to make life simpler and easier while providing some fun along the way. Or sometimes something designed to be fun turns out to be quite functional. Maybe that explains kick-sleds. Envision a down-sized dog sled […]

by Jonathan Starr

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January 22, 2022

UND Ceasing Work on Draft Policy

GRAND FORKS — The University of North Dakota announced it will be ceasing work on the draft gender inclusion policy in a statement released by the president of the university on Friday. This comes after public concerns were triggered last week by a recent letter the North Dakota Catholic Conference sent to parents of prospective […]

by The Dakotan

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January 21, 2022

Twist and Shout with the Minot Symphony Orchestra

MINOT — The Minot Symphony Orchestra invites the whole family to its live performance, Twist and Shout, on Saturday, Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall located inside Old Main on the campus of Minot State University. “Having the family concert at 3 in the afternoon encourages parents to bring their children, […]

by The Dakotan

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January 21, 2022

Ward County Prepares ARPA Fund Recommendations

County seeks to remove abandoned building in Kenmare WARD COUNTY — Ward County Commissioners have identified a building in Kenmare that they say should be demolished. [Video of the full meeting] The county is in the process of developing a list of recommendations for spending $13.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act 2021 (ARPA) funds, […]

by Jasahd Stewart

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January 21, 2022

Why Do So Many Judges Run Unopposed?

Last week I reported on Judge Gary Lee’s decision to seek a fourth term as North Central District Court judge. The conversation I had with Judge Lee got me thinking: why do so many of our district court judges run unopposed? Now, please hear me: I’m not in any way writing against Judge Lee. In […]

by Greg Demme

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January 21, 2022

Covering the Country

Rugby Manufacturing a U.S. Leader RUGBY — From the geographical center of North America to all regions of North America, Rugby Manufacturing is making its mark. In the process, proudly promoting their impressive line of products. The company that started small in 1969 has grown to, according to its website, “the country’s leading designer and […]

by Kim Fundingsland

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January 20, 2022

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Politics Shape Our World

Carpe Diem or Seize the Day

Lovin’ the Outdoors — Together

Flea Market Makeover

Northern Celebrations

UND Ceasing Work on Draft Policy

Twist and Shout with the Minot Symphony Orchestra

Ward County Prepares ARPA Fund Recommendations

Why Do So Many Judges Run Unopposed?

Covering the Country

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