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JLG Architects CEO elected to AIA College of Fellows

Towner native Michelle Mongeon Allen, CEO of JLG Architects, was inducted on Feb. 18 by the American Institute of Architects into its prestigious College of Fellows. As the organization’s highest individual honor, Fellowship is awarded to fewer than 3% of the architecture profession; this year, the AIA elevated only 88 member-architects from across the country who have made significant contributions to the architecture profession. “This is a remarkable achievement. Michelle’s fundamental character is rooted in hard work, and she reframes every challenge into a unique ...

First Western Bank & Trust announces promotions

First Western Bank & Trust would like to announce the following recent promotions: Amy Makeef has been promoted to chief credit officer. Makeef is a native of Ryder and graduated from North Shore High School. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Minot State University and a master’s degree from Liberty University. She joined First Western in June 2021 and is located in Minot. Ashley Garner has been promoted to compliance auditor III. Garner grew up in Bismarck, earning her bachelor of science in business administration and marketing at University of Mary, then earning her ...

Ray Cook has been promoted to general manager at Vardon Golf Club

Ray Cook has been promoted to general manager of the Vardon Golf Club. Cook joined the Vardon back in the spring of 2020 as manager of the Bar & Grille and has made a significant impact from day one, according to information provided by the golf club. Prior to coming to the Vardon, Cook spent ten years as General Manager at Paradiso and brings more than thirty years in food/beverage and managerial experience to the Vardon. Cook’s new role will further coordinate the member/player/guest experience on and off the course. As the Vardon continues to evolve and grow, Ray will provide a ...

Food bank hires regional manager for western ND

FARGO — The Great Plains Food Bank has announced the addition of Kayla Beck to its staff as regional services manager for western North Dakota. Working from the Great Plains Food Bank Regional Service Center in Bismarck, Beck supports food assistance partners by strengthening presence and capacity of partner food pantries, building relationships with partners and stakeholders, monitoring partner agency activities for compliance with food safety and developing new partnerships. Originally from Minot, Beck received a bachelor’s degree in social work from Minot State University and ...

building permits

City of Minot February Building Permits – Kale and Jennifer Kizima, 1500 Glacial Dr., increase window size and front door, enclose breezeway, $15,000. – Drexler Hulguin/Paul Zakopyko Services, 1421 7th St. SW, finish basement, $15,000. – Nodakco Properties/Nodak Drywall, 710 5th St. NE, finish basement, $8,000. – Bremer Bank/Indigo Signs, 1615 36th Ave. SW, pylon sign foundation, $40,000. – Henslayer LLC/Future Builders, 3205 4th St. SW, install floor trusses, $78,000. – Jasber LLC/Fossco, 800 20th Ave. SW, four office spaces, exterior door, $24,000. – ...

Mi Mexico opens new location

Mi Mexico celebrated the grand opening of their new location on March 2. Mi Mexico moved from 301 40th Ave SW in Minot to 3816 S Broadway, next to Buffalo Wild Wings by Walmart. Mi Mexico opened in 2008 and offers authentic Mexican cuisine. The new location is more than 1,000 square feet larger than the previous location, and features a fountain for customers to make wishes.