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Minot instructor, student recognized for lifelong learning

Nadine Nelson, instructor at Minot Adult Learning Center, and Elisabet Weber, a former student at the center, received North Dakota Association for Lifelong Learning (NDALL) awards during the association’s fall conference this month in Bismarck, according to a news release from the association. Nelson received the Educator of the Year award, which is given to an individual who contributes significantly to the field of education, models professionalism, continues to upgrade educational skills and promotes education locally and statewide. As a key instructor in the English Language ...

Volunteers sought for Scandinavian festival

Norsk Hostfest continues to have opportunities for volunteers interested in assisting with the upcoming festival, Sept. 25-28, in Minot. Hundreds of volunteers are needed to help Scandi chefs in the ScandiKitchen, assist with move-in, setup and move out, selling tickets and other roles. Volunteers receive free admission for each day they volunteer, a free Hostfest T-shirt, a pizza coupon, snack and concert ticket discount. Volunteers who volunteer for more than one shift per day will receive 20% off Hostfest swag and a meal voucher. For information on how to sign up, contact the ...

Minot’s WayFinders, intermodal among Main Street ND awardees

WATFORD CITY – Minot’s WayFinders program has received the Main Street ND’s 21st Century Workforce Award (Urban) for its efforts to tackle workforce challenges by providing a personalized onboarding experience for community newcomers, the North Dakota Department of Commerce announced Thursday. The Minot Area Chamber EDC also received the Economic Diversification Award for successfully bringing intermodal service to the region, diversifying the economy and increasing export opportunities for North Dakota producers, according to a release from the Commerce Department. The Minot ...

Local animal shelter in ‘dire’ need, could face closure

The Souris Valley Animal Shelter in Minot has immediately slowed its animal intakes due to financial issues and is asking for community donations, according to shelter executives. “Intake has slowed or paused, but adoptions will continue as normal,” said Laura Garcia, the shelter’s ...

Elks host fishing day for veterans

Velva dentist honored with lifetime award

VELVA – Dr. Colleen Hofer has earned the prestigious Lifetime Learning and Service Recognition award for her dedication to going above and beyond serving Velva and the surrounding area. She keeps up with the ever-changing advancements in patient care and technology and uses the latest ...