Marlene Larsen, Minot I would like to commend the City of Minot street department. We had a large mound of pavement that appeared. I called on Friday morning. They put orange cones down on Saturday, and it was fixed by Wednesday. We appreciate your fast response.
Janet Mathistad, Minot I was pleased to read in the Minot Daily News two weeks ago that the City Council planned to revive the Human Relations Committee and had voted unanimously to approve a first reading of updated wording to the ordinance that would bring it in line with the inclusive terms that are widely used in today’s society. So it came as a surprise to learn that this update was being vehemently opposed by persons who objected to the inclusion of gender identity and sexual orientation in a list that also mentioned race, religious or philosophical beliefs, sex, pregnancy or ...
Gary Berube, Mandan I was fortunate to grow up on a farm in North Dakota. I was always around animals. Most of the time I could walk around, pet, ride and play with the animals. Then one day when you least expect it. One of those animals would go crazy and viciously attack you, someone else, another animal or anyone who gets in its way. It is out to kill, there is no rational reason for its behavior, it has gone crazy and is very dangerous. There is no prior warning or indication that this may happen or when this may happen! It just happens! No therapy, medication or ...
Don Santer, CGAND Vice President, Grand Forks Charitable gaming has come under attack recently, making it easy to lose sight of the true and tremendous value it brings to the table, both for the charitable organizations themselves and for the state. Gaming provides a significant source of revenue for non-profit organizations. These organizations use the funds to support a wide range of causes, including underserved populations, veterans, social services, and youth. They raise awareness of important issues and help to build support for their causes, like those who serve the ...
Jarrett Wold, Minot The past years have seen a rise in the appeal of the strongman in politics. Globally the ashes of previous strongmen churn constantly, leading to the repetition of past mistakes and atrocities. Strongmen arise from a desire of people to escape freedom. This escape is fueled by the realities of a free society. This reality is that others’ views may conflict with personal and religious beliefs, leading to a fear that the mores of society are at risk, when this is almost never the case. Societies churn, grow and progress. In America we no longer hunt ...
Birgit Pruess, Fargo Thank you to all the senators and house representatives of the North Dakota State Legislature for passing SCR4014 in support of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park horses and longhorn cattle. The horses and longhorn cattle are an integral part of the history and culture of this state and a major tourist attraction, contributing to the economy of the areas surrounding the south and north units of the park, especially Medora. Thank you Governor Burgum for supporting the horses and longhorn cattle and offering help to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Thank ...