Tuesday, November 13 2012 10:31 AM EST2012-11-13 15:31:46 GMT
This spot of land just to the east of the newly opened LaQuinta Hotel near the YMCA in Minot will soon have a new strip mall built on it. The developers -- Dakota Commercial out of Grand Forks -- are not
This spot of land just to the east of the newly opened LaQuinta Hotel near the YMCA in Minot will soon have a new strip mall built on it. The developers -- Dakota Commercial out of Grand Forks -- are not
Tuesday, November 13 2012 10:31 AM EST2012-11-13 15:31:37 GMT
Magic City Harley Davidson has been in Minot for more than 10 years...and it now has new ownership. Bill and Brenda Houim took over the business early in September -- turning a hobby into a business venture.
Magic City Harley Davidson has been in Minot for more than 10 years...and it now has new ownership. Bill and Brenda Houim took over the business early in September -- turning a hobby into a business venture.
Tuesday, November 13 2012 10:31 AM EST2012-11-13 15:31:31 GMT
A firearms company that has been around for about three years has moved into a new location -- just outside of Surrey. Nodak Arms started a few years ago making ammunition...but that has developed into
A firearms company that has been around for about three years has moved into a new location -- just outside of Surrey. Nodak Arms started a few years ago making ammunition...but that has developed into
Friday, October 19 2012 12:15 PM EDT2012-10-19 16:15:29 GMT
A unique business is getting ready to open up shop right here, just south of the 3rd Street bridge. The old TJ's Bar is about to become Souris River Brewing. Three Minot men are preparing the business
A unique business is getting ready to open up shop right here, just south of the 3rd Street bridge. The old TJ's Bar is about to become Souris River Brewing. Three Minot men are preparing the business
Friday, October 12 2012 9:03 AM EDT2012-10-12 13:03:16 GMT
It wasn't long ago that Home of Economy in Minot was starting construction on a massive new store next door to its current location. 58-thousand square feet is now open and ready for customers here at
It wasn't long ago that Home of Economy in Minot was starting construction on a massive new store next door to its current location. 58-thousand square feet is now open and ready for customers here at
Friday, October 12 2012 9:03 AM EDT2012-10-12 13:03:04 GMT
Changes are on the way here -- at Dakota Square Mall in Minot. More specifically, changes are coming to the Food Court. Two new businesses are set to open before the end of the year. First -- The frozen
Changes are on the way here -- at Dakota Square Mall in Minot. More specifically, changes are coming to the Food Court. Two new businesses are set to open before the end of the year. First -- The frozen
Friday, October 12 2012 9:02 AM EDT2012-10-12 13:02:57 GMT
Max has a brand new convenience store located right along Highway 83...Max Farm Services has invested in a big upgrade...and the time was right. (Dan Haugen - Max Farm Services GM) "We had been in the
Max has a brand new convenience store located right along Highway 83...Max Farm Services has invested in a big upgrade...and the time was right. (Dan Haugen - Max Farm Services GM) "We had been in the
Friday, September 21 2012 9:20 AM EDT2012-09-21 13:20:13 GMT
Business Beat starts this week in Williston -- where one of the busiest McDonald's around is getting a facelift. Actually, McDonalds is making a switch that has the fast-food giant closed in Williston
Business Beat starts this week in Williston -- where one of the busiest McDonald's around is getting a facelift. Actually, McDonalds is making a switch that has the fast-food giant closed in Williston
Monday, September 17 2012 5:26 PM EDT2012-09-17 21:26:36 GMT
Minot Guaranty and Escrow Company is planning to make a move soon. Currently located on South Broadway, the business has easily outgrown the five thousand square feet of space they currently call home.
Minot Guaranty and Escrow Company is planning to make a move soon. Currently located on South Broadway, the business has easily outgrown the five thousand square feet of space they currently call home.
Friday, September 7 2012 9:20 AM EDT2012-09-07 13:20:56 GMT
Much of the hotel building boom has been found on Minot's southern side...but not all hotels that are currently in construction phase are found here. Take the new EconoLodge that is set to open this fall.
Much of the hotel building boom has been found on Minot's southern side...but not all hotels that are currently in construction phase are found here. Take the new EconoLodge that is set to open this fall.
U.S. stocks were up in early trading Tuesday, boosted by government reports of gains in home construction and low inflation. Expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep in place programs meant to prop up the...
Chrysler says it has resolved its differences with the government and will recall older Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs that could be at risk of a fuel tank fire.
Chrysler abruptly agreed to recall 2.7 million older model Jeeps Tuesday, reversing a defiant stance and avoiding a possible public relations nightmare over fuel tanks that can rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions.
The chairman of the House Intelligence Committee says it appears the much-criticized national electronic surveillance program foiled "dozens" of terrorist plots.
The U.S. foiled a plot to bomb the New York Stock Exchange because of the sweeping surveillance programs at the heart of a debate over national security and personal privacy, officials said Tuesday at a rare open hearing on...
House Republicans have unveiled slashing cuts to a program that helps localities build community development projects. Their rivals in the Democratic-controlled Senate are moving to restore Republican cuts to...
Republicans controlling the House unveiled slashing cuts Tuesday to a program that helps localities build community development projects, while their rivals in the Democratic-led Senate proposed to restore GOP cuts to...
Leaders of the G-8 wealthy nations are spending the final day of their summit focused on how to deter kidnappings of foreign workers in North Africa and how to corner globe-trotting companies into paying more taxes.
President Barack Obama, Russian President Vladimir Putin and other G-8 leaders attempted to speak with one voice Tuesday on seeking a negotiated Syrian peace settlement - yet couldn't publicly agree on whether this means...
Casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG say they've inked a deal to build a 20,000-seat Las Vegas Strip arena.
Years of talk about building an arena capable of hosting professional sports and big-name concerts yielded an announcement Tuesday that casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG will build a...
In some of the biggest protests since the end of Brazil's 1964-85 dictatorship, demonstrations have spread across this continent-sized country and united people from all walks of life behind frustrations over...
Protest leaders called for another huge demonstration in Brazil's largest city Tuesday, building on historic turnouts spawned by widespread frustration over decades of government red tape, high prices and shoddy services...
Many exchange shops closed in Damascus on Tuesday, fearing more chaos a day after the Syrian currency plunged to a new record low, reflecting growing fears in the capital following a U.S. decision to arm rebel...
Many exchange shops closed in Damascus on Tuesday, fearing more chaos a day after the Syrian currency plunged to a new record low, reflecting growing fears in the capital following a U.S. decision to arm rebel groups...
The old Starry Fireworks location north of Minot at the intersection of the 83 bypass has a new business, Ahern Rental has moved to Minot. It is the second location in the state for the family owned company.
At Ahern you will find plenty of big equipment for rental. But not just the big massive machines that get lots of use in the oilfields of western North Dakota. Mac Magaster says the goal is to service the needs of everyone, including the do-it-yourself at home...and Ahern has the tools to get to you...
(Mac Magaster - Ahern) "I have 74 other branches that I can pull equipment from and get it here for the local homeowner...maybe someone who is doing some flood repair. I want to cater to the community not just the oilfield. I have equipment like lawnseeders, concrete mixers, compressors..."
They will also be a Carhartt dealer -- offering something that will be needed soon in the oil play...
(Mac Magaster - Ahern) "We are going to try and gear toward the FR or fire resistant Carhart because in March of this year there will be a requirement if you go on a site of a well you have to have the FR clothing."
Ahern opened in Minot late last month.
Also in Minot -- Organized Spaces is getting ready to celebrate a year of helping folks...you guessed it...get organized! They can offer closet organization -- garage make-overs and much more. Take for example this small walk-in closet...here is the before -- and the after. Taking advantage of all the space avertable is the goal...give them a call at 852-7077. With Business Beat, I'm Perry Olson.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:23 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:23:55 GMT
The flood of 2011 was devastating for the town of Burlington. But now, two years after the water started rushing over dikes and into a large part of the town, the effort to recover is hitting a new pace. Jim
The flood of 2011 was devastating for the town of Burlington. But now, two years after the water started rushing over dikes and into a large part of the town, the effort to recover is hitting a new pace. Jim
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:22:53 GMT
Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani. Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because
Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani. Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:20:15 GMT
Frustrated residents of McLean County voiced their concerns over oil field waste being dumped near Underwood. Great River Energy is asking for a permit from McClean County to dispose of oil field waste. And
Frustrated residents of McLean County voiced their concerns over oil field waste being dumped near Underwood. Great River Energy is asking for a permit from McClean County to dispose of oil field waste. And
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:16:38 GMT
Time is money. But for a special few, there is something much greater than financial gain. Volunteers are all around us and tonight, we're starting a special feature to focus on a 'Volunteer of the Month.' Volunteer
Time is money. But for a special few, there is something much greater than financial gain. Volunteers are all around us and tonight, we're starting a special feature to focus on a 'Volunteer of the Month.' Volunteer
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:12 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:12:02 GMT
Residents of flooded residential areas throughout Minot have pretty similar ideas about what they want their neighborhoods to look like in the future. That's what consultants with Stantec say about the
Residents of flooded residential areas throughout Minot have pretty similar ideas about what they want their neighborhoods to look like in the future. That's what consultants with Stantec say about the
Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:19 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:19:08 GMT
Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani.Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because
Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani.Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because
Monday, June 17 2013 6:19 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:19:26 GMT
The pilot of a crop dusting plane was injured when his small plane crashed west of Minot Air Force Base Sunday. And it was nearly two hours until he was discovered by a fellow crop duster. The Highway
The pilot of a crop dusting plane was injured when his small plane crashed west of Minot Air Force Base Sunday. And it was nearly two hours until he was discovered by a fellow crop duster. The Highway
Monday, June 17 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:05:08 GMT
The person who died in a canoeing accident at Lake Metigoshe this weekend was an airman from the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base. Base officials said today said 29 year old Tech. Sgt. Jason Mower
The person who died in a canoeing accident at Lake Metigoshe this weekend was an airman from the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base. Base officials said today said 29 year old Tech. Sgt. Jason Mower
Monday, June 17 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:04:11 GMT
Farmers and ranchers dealing with very wet conditions have some options for draining some of the water that's sitting on their land. That was the idea behind a seminar called "Doing Water Right" today
Farmers and ranchers dealing with very wet conditions have some options for draining some of the water that's sitting on their land. That was the idea behind a seminar called "Doing Water Right" today
Monday, June 17 2013 6:02 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:02:50 GMT
Two of the three groups sites established by FEMA to provide housing to flood victims in 2011 have now closed. The site at 42nd Street Northeast closed earlier this year. And today, the site at Burlington
Two of the three groups sites established by FEMA to provide housing to flood victims in 2011 have now closed. The site at 42nd Street Northeast closed earlier this year. And today, the site at Burlington
