Minot, North Dakota, was founded in 1886. It was established as a railroad town when the Great Northern Railway was built through the area. The city's name honors Henry D. Minot, a railroad investor. Minot has since grown to become one of the largest cities in North Dakota.
"My-not"is incorrect.The proper pronunciation of the town "Minot" (an English surname) and the town in North Dakota of the same name is "MINE' it". Think of it as if someone discovered a diamond mine in your backyard. You'd easily respond, "truly? In that case I think I'll "MINE' it". THE EMPHASIS IS ON THE FIRST SYLLABLE!I ought to know. It was my mother's maiden name.
Minot, North Dakota, is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometers) south of the Canadian border. The nearest border crossing is at the town of Portal, which is accessible via U.S. Highway 83. The drive typically takes about an hour, depending on traffic and road conditions.
There are several main rail lines in North Dakota along with many spur lines. One main rail line travels from Montana to Minnesota, going through the North Dakota towns of Dickinson, Bismarck, and Fargo. Another main rail line travels from Montana to Minnesota, going through the North Dakota towns of Williston, Minot, Devils Lake, and Grand Forks. Another main line travels from Montana to Minnesota, going through the North Dakota towns of Williston, Minot, and Fargo. This is also the rail line used by the passenger trains. Another main line travels from Fargo to Grand Forks. The Canadian Pacific line goes from the northwest to the southeast corner of North Dakota, traveling through the town of Minot.
Yes, it is 99 miles southwest of Fargo.
Rugby, North Dakota claims to be the geographic center of North America but it all depends on what is included as part of North America. If you include Central America, the geographic center of North America is still in North Dakota, but in Pierce County, 6 miles west of Balta, North Dakota at approximately 15 miles (24 km) from Rugby, North Dakota.
On SR 1804 about 20 to 25 miles north and west of New Town, North Dakota
Stanley is a city in North Dakota. There are no "towns" in North Dakota.
Cooperstown is a city in Griggs County, North Dakota.
'Decatur' the town. 'Dakota' as in North or South Dakota.
The town of Amidon has the highest elevation in North Dakota, sitting at approximately 3,077 feet above sea level.
Bismarck with a population of about 60,000.