Lori Nehlsen, Science teacher, Minot Public Schools, Minot I am thrilled to express my enthusiastic support for the recent decision made by the Minot Public Schools Board of Education on the unanimous approval of the Plum Creek Native Prairie at the former site of Ramstad Middle School. ...

Deven Mantz, Minot In case you weren’t aware, last spring the North Dakota Legislature avoided helping all North Dakota school children by denying them school meals. While some ground was gained and income eligibility limits were increased, more should have been done. This disappointment ...

Jessica Ackerman, Minot The 44th Norsk Hostfest is just weeks away. Your $44 admission ticket gets you access to free side stages, free demonstrations, and fun for all ages. Thanks to the generosity of Cornerstone Bank, kids under 12 receive free general admission to the festival. Kids ...

Charlotte Franks-Erickson, Sheyenne School has started or for some is starting soon and there’s a teacher shortage across the nation. It’s a well known fact that burnout is a common reason. I might have a solution or two that could be tried. K-2nd graders or older would be required ...

Pat Traynor, Executive Director, Dakota Medical Foundation Last week, Dakota Medical Foundation hosted its inaugural summit, and the turnout was truly heartening. Hundreds of concerned medical providers, parents, teachers, and community members from across the region came together in person ...

Al Haut, District Director, SBA ND, Fargo This year, we celebrate the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 70th anniversary of powering the American dream of entrepreneurship. SBA’s creation was largely a response to the pressures of the Great Depression and World War II. The ...