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Catching scent of cent at Minot show

Prize drawings, expert appraisers and dealers’ displays that looked more like exhibits than sales tables attracted coin enthusiasts to the Minot Coin Club’s 14th annual coin show on Oct. 3-4 in the Sleep Inn & Suites. The coin show was well attended and gave people a chance to buy and ...

LIHEAP funds distributed in ND

WASHINGTON –The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded more than $27 million through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to help North Dakota households and tribal communities afford home heating and energy costs, U.S. Sens. John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer announced. The funding includes: $20.76 million to the State of North Dakota; nearly $2.46 million to the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa; $1.64 million to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe; $1.36 million to the Spirit Lake Tribe; and $1.09 million to the Three Affiliated Tribes at Fort ...

Second Veterans Treatment Court opens in Fargo

FARGO — The grand opening of the Veterans Treatment Court in Fargo marks an important milestone in supporting veterans who have become involved in the criminal justice system. This court represents a commitment to recognizing the unique challenges veterans may face as they transition from ...

City responds to water main break

City of Minot crews responded to a water main break on Valley View Drive in northwest Minot early last week. Numerous homes experienced water service interruptions, according to the city. Repairs were made the same day.

ND Supreme Court justice conducts virtual visit

On Thursday, Oct. 15, Justice Mark Friese met virtually with students in Danna Arquisola’s Senior Government class at New Town High School to discuss the role and function of the North Dakota Supreme Court. Students learned how the N.D. Supreme Court differs from the United States Supreme Court, how justices analyze cases using existing case law and the state and federal constitutions, and how state courts interact with law enforcement and the public. Following the presentation, students had the opportunity to ask Friese questions and learn more about the state’s highest court. In ...

Watford City continues downtown redevelopment

WATFORD CITY — As part of Watford City’s continued progress on the redevelopment of Downtown Area 2, the city has announced the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association (NDSA) as the legacy naming rights partner for Area 2-B, Stockmen’s Square. Located on the same block where NDSA was originally established, Stockmen’s Square creates a meaningful opportunity to honor the organization’s beginnings and legacy while celebrating the region’s agricultural roots, rural resilience, culture and ranching heritage, according to city information. With Area 2 demolition complete and ...