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Homebuilders seek to navigate costs

The high costs of development, building materials and labor are challenges to constructing more homes in Minot, particularly affordable homes, according to a local builder who has been finding ways around the obstacles. Mike Hayes, a long-time contractor, now retired, has been working with ...

Flights halted across US airports due to communications problems

(AP) — The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide Friday afternoon for just the second time since the Sept. 11 attacks, with officials citing "extraordinary circumstances" caused by communications problems at regional air traffic control centers. The nation's top homeland security official attributed the problem to a telecommunications outage and said there was no indication yet of a nefarious act. But the consequences were profound, disrupting potentially thousands of planned flights through at least late Friday night and upending travel plans for passengers ...

Military appreciation shown at Minotauros games

Northern Bottling Company, in partnership with the Minot Minotauros and Minot Air Force Base, is hosting Military Appreciation Weekend on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14, bringing together military members, veterans, hockey fans and community leaders to celebrate the service and sacrifice of Team Minot. Held during the Minotauros' Veterans Day weekend games, the event serves as both a tribute to military members and an opportunity for the community to demonstrate its appreciation for those who serve. As part of the initiative, 120 complimentary tickets were provided to active-duty ...

Surrey school to contest bond election

SURREY – The Surrey School Board has decided to contest Nov. 3 election results that saw the district’s bond issue fail by 5 votes. Supt. Steven Buck said the board will be consulting with an attorney, but no action related to a court challenge of the election can occur until after Ward ...

ND State Fair manager receives top honor

The North Dakota State Fair has announced that Fair Manager Craig Rudland has been named Fair Manager of the Year by Rocky Mountain Association of Fairs (RMAF), recognizing his dedication, leadership and contributions to the fair industry. With 45 years of service to the State Fair, Rudland ...