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Forage nitrate levels can spike following rain

Dry weather across the state has increased concerns about nitrate accumulation in forage plants. North Dakota State University specialists warn about the effects of rain on drought-stressed forages. When soil moisture conditions are favorable, and plants are actively growing, they absorb ...

Miss Fjord Folk Fest crowned as festival launch grows nears

Karena Verbitsky of Minot has been crowned the first Miss Fjord Folk Fest, according to the organization that is launching the inaugural festival this weekend, Aug. 21-22. The opening ceremony for Fjord Folk Fest is set for Friday at 9 a.m. in Fjord Hall in Minot Municipal Auditorium. Doors ...

Ordinance would regulate data centers

An ordinance regulating data centers cleared the Minot Planning Commission last week after a hearing drew a few residents urging caution regarding the centers. The ordinance approved by the commission limits data centers to the large industrial area east of the Minot airport, where a pig iron ...

Airstream club rally kicks off Saturday

Thousands of Airstream owners from 49 states, four Canadian provinces and Germany will arrive in Minot Saturday, Aug. 22, for the 2026 Airstream Club International Rally that runs through Thursday, Aug. 27. Minot leaders have worked with Airstream Club International rally planners for five years to prepare for the event, coordinating efforts across the community to welcome attendees and showcase Minot throughout their stay, according to Visit Minot. “Hosting the Airstream rally has been years in the making, and it’s an opportunity to introduce visitors from across North America,” ...

Groups want dairy decision reconsidered

Grassroots organizers in North Dakota are asking state regulators to reconsider their decision to dismiss a petition that challenges a water sale to mega operator Riverview Dairy. Members of the group Abercrombie Citizens for Responsible Growth and the Dakota Resource Council contended the ...

State seeks nominees for Election Hero

BISMARCK – North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe is accepting nominations for the 2026 North Dakota Election Hero Award. This honor celebrates the importance of election teams, poll workers, policymakers and other individuals and groups who support the administration of North Dakota’s elections. Nominations can be submitted online through Sept, 18 at sos.nd.gov/electionhero. The North Dakota Election Hero Award will be presented in October. Nominees should fulfill one or more of the following criteria: – Serves in the election field and has assisted with an election in ...