A new school year can sometimes start with hotter weather, putting pressure on aging buildings with failing cooling systems, and there are conversations in North Dakota to better equip districts with resources for mechanical upgrades. A 2024 legislative report included survey data from 111 ...
The Minot Area Community Foundation (MACF) has announced the return of its annual Donation Station Challenge Grant, benefiting local food pantries throughout the community. From Sept. 1 through Dec. 31, area organizations are invited to reserve the Donation Station for use during food drives. ...
Fans visiting Donny Schatz’s T-shirt trailer at World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series races have been greeted by a friendly face for years – his mother, Diane Schatz. She may have known little about Sprint Car racing before her husband, Danny Schatz, invited her to attend a ...
Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak, R-ND, has announced September staff mobile office hours to connect with North Dakotans and assist with federal casework. Her staff will be at the Minot Public Library, Wednesday, Sept. 2, from noon-2 p.m.; Williston Public Library, Thursday, Sept. 10, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; and Long X Visitors Center in Watford City, Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Constituents can sign up for a one-on-one meeting with Fedorchak’s staff on her website. Meetings will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Staff will contact ...
Minot Parks is inviting the community to grab their flannels and head to Oak Park for Logger Fest, a day of lumberjack-themed fun, live music, games and food on Saturday, Sept, 26, from noon-3 p.m. Logger Fest will offer a variety of free activities for all ages. Attendees can enjoy live music from Boys of Summer and test their strength and skills in a steinholding competition. The afternoon will also feature a variety of games and activities, including yard games, bounce houses, a pretzel toss competition and potato sack races. Local artist Cody Carlson will be on site, demonstrating ...
WATFORD CITY – A Plaza man was arrested on felony drug charges following a traffic stop in McKenzie County earlier this month. According to the Northwest Narcotics Task Force, it obtained information regarding a suspected drug run destined for Plaza. Acting on information developed during the investigation, on Aug. 16, the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in Alexander on the suspected vehicle. During the stop, K9 Teo alerted to the presence of narcotics, which resulted in the seizure of 11.94 pounds of suspected methamphetamine, 155 grams of suspected ...
