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1 week ago | 
mydakotan.com | K.L. Collom |Jonathan Starr
Written byThe Dakotan| The Dakotan•Hosts Jonathan Starr and Kyler Collom were joined by Rob Fuller and Lisa Hermosillo on this Thursday's episode of ND Talk. With April 17 being Leif Snyder Appreciation Day, the panel shared memories of Leif and what they thought he'd have thought on some major current issues. The crew also broke down some big topics going over things like the MAGIC fund, the upcoming Minot Special Election, as well as transparency for public officials.
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1 week ago | 
mydakotan.com | K.L. Collom |Jonathan Starr
Written byThe Dakotan| The Dakotan•Alderwoman Lisa Olson joined Jonathan Starr and Kyler Collom on Tuesday, April 15th's edition of Minot Talk. They had an in depth discussion on the history childcare issues in Minot and the potential implications of a recent resolution that was struck down at the prior council meeting. Alderwoman Olson gave some insight on the upcoming special elections this summer.
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1 week ago | 
mydakotan.com | Kim Fundingsland |Charlene Nelson |Jonathan Starr |Lydia Hoverson
Written byThe Dakotan| The Dakotan•Hunters wore orange shirts to the Capitol on Jan. 17, 2025, in support of a bill to end restrictions on using bait to hunt deer. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)Hunters wore orange shirts to the Capitol on Jan. 17, 2025, in support of a bill to end restrictions on using bait to hunt deer.
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2 weeks ago | 
mydakotan.com | Kim Fundingsland |Greg Demme |Jonathan Starr
With a potential special election on the horizon, attention will soon turn to candidates working to gather signatures and secure a spot on the ballot. The Dakotan will be closely tracking those efforts, from signature collection to official ballot approval, as well as noting any candidates who ultimately decide not to run. This article will be updated with the most up-to-date information.
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2 weeks ago | 
mydakotan.com | Kim Fundingsland |Jonathan Starr
Written byJonathan Starr| The Dakotan•In this episode of Minot Matters, host Jonathan Starr sits down with Acting Mayor Mark Jantzer for a wide-ranging conversation on the key issues facing Minot today. From updates on flood protection funding and city budget priorities to the outlook on special elections and leadership transitions, this episode provides a timely snapshot of where the city stands and where it’s headed.
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2 weeks ago | 
mydakotan.com | Kim Fundingsland |Jonathan Starr |K.L. Collom
Minot-Monday's city council meeting included 3 proclamations for the city, with one holding a special place in our heart at The Dakotan. Our late friend Leif Snyder was honored with a special proclamation deeming his birthday April 17, Leif Snyder Appreciation day. Leif passed away last month at 51 due to complications from Type 1 Diabetes. Leif was one of Minot's most engaged citizens and his memory continues to live on with those who knew him.
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2 weeks ago | 
mydakotan.com | Kim Fundingsland |Lydia Hoverson |Jonathan Starr
Written byJonathan Starr| The Dakotan•In this episode of Minot Matters, host Jonathan Starr sits down with David Lakefield, Minot’s Finance Director, for an in-depth conversation about the city’s budget, financial planning, and the strategies behind funding key services and infrastructure. We explore how taxpayer dollars are allocated, the challenges of balancing a growing city’s needs, and what residents should know about the financial health of Minot.
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2 weeks ago | 
mydakotan.com | Jonathan Starr |Lydia Hoverson |K.L. Collom
Written byK.L. Collom| The Dakotan•Josiah Royce with Petition at city council meeting 4/7/24Josiah Royce with Petition at city council meeting 4/7/24Minot resident Josiah Royce said at Monday's city council meeting that he has submitted the requisite number of signatures for a special election to be held for the vacated mayoral seat. He followed that by announcing his intention to run for mayor as well.
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3 weeks ago | 
mydakotan.com | Kim Fundingsland |Jonathan Starr
Written byThe Dakotan| The Dakotan•Colby Braun, director of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, speaks during the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Heart River Correctional Center on April 2, 2025. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)Colby Braun, director of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, speaks during the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Heart River Correctional Center on April 2, 2025.
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3 weeks ago | 
mydakotan.com | Lydia Hoverson |Kim Fundingsland |Jonathan Starr
Minot - Mayor Tom Ross had an internal complaint filed against him January 28 and, subsequently, came under investigation. According to state law, the city has 75 days until the details of the complaint and ensuing investigation have to be made available to the public. The internal investigation is expected to conclude in April, and could be released as soon as this week.
