The Task At Hand
Sometimes it happens…You spend time editing your column to make sure that everything is spelled correctly, all the I’s are dotted and t’s crossed, there are no extra words…well in general you are supposed to proof what you write at least 3 times. My journalism teacher back at the University of North Dakota wanted our […]
Snowmobile safety becomes a concern
There’s no denying we’ve had a mild winter thus far. But as most of us know, that can change in a heartbeat. And when it does, about the only consolation is snowmobiling. Snowmobiling is a lot of fun and it actually brings tourists to various parts of North Dakota several weekends throughout the winter. That […]
Upcoming Champagne and Ice Gala Supports Healing for Children
Northern Plains Children’s Advocacy Center (NPCAC) will host its 16th annual Champagne and Ice Gala on Saturday, February 14, at 6 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel in Minot. The Valentine’s Day event is the center’s most significant fundraiser and plays a vital role in ensuring children and families affected by abuse receive services at no […]
69th BGS Knighthawks Honored for Mission-Ready Excellence
Congratulations to three exceptional Knighthawks who were recently coined by the Commander of the 5th Bomb Wing, Col. Jesse W. Lamarand in recognition of their outstanding performance on the flightline. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and unwavering work ethic are vital to mission success, ensuring aircraft remain safe, reliable, and lethal when called upon. Their […]
Minot Hot Tots & Honeybees Announce 2026 Schedule
The Minot Hot Tots and Minot Honeybees have announced their 2026 schedules, setting the stage for another unforgettable season of baseball and softball at Corbett Field. The Hot Tots will kick off their fourth Northwoods League season on Memorial Day (Monday, May 25) with a 6:35 p.m. matchup against local North Dakota rival Badlands Big […]
Take Flight in the Air Forces Gallery
An AIRMAZING Adventure Powered by Wind, Motion, and DiscoveryWhat if you could see air, feel wind, and use it to launch, lift, spin, and soar? At the Magic City Discovery Center, you can do exactly that in our Air Forces Gallery, where air becomes an exciting force you can experiment with, control, and explore. Air […]
First Tech Competition, National Civics Bee, and More From a Ramstad Student
Iliana McBride, 12 years old FIRST Tech Challenge is a competitive challenge for 7-12 grade students. They build, design, code, and CAD. They work hard on their robots to perfect them so they have a chance to make it to state. The competition is simple. First you start with an autonomous, which is a code […]
Minot North Athletics Shine Across Courts, Ice, Screens, and Stage
Minot North Athletics stayed busy this week, showcasing talent across the hardwood, the ice, the digital arena, and the dance floor. Last weekend, the Minot United Dance Home Show was a major success, bringing together all Minot dance teams in a collaborative performance that highlighted teamwork, skill, and creativity as they prepare for state this […]
Leadership Approves Condensed STARBASE ND Program Due to Government Shutdown
The STARBASE ND program was recently approved to operate a three-day program (rather than their usual five-day program) in order to ensure every fifth-grade classroom scheduled to attend has an opportunity to do so. The students in these classrooms come from three local school districts: Minot Public Schools, Glenburn Public School, and South Prairie Public […]
Recalling the Space Shuttle tragedy
Note: It’s been 40 years since nearly everyone in this country witnessed what has become one of the most unusual tragedies in American history. On live television, 74 seconds after the launch of the Space Shuttle Challenger, something went drastically wrong and the aircraft literally exploded before our bewildered eyes. The following is an editorial […]