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Freedom Truck plans State Fair pit stop

Museums on wheels are hitting the road across the country to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. This summer fairgoers at the North Dakota State Fair can take a step inside American history at the America 250 Freedom Truck from July 17-25. The exhibit tells the story of how the original 13 colonies declared independence and secured American sovereignty 250 years ago. The interactive exhibit is built for visitors of all ages and features a quiz, a kiosk to digitally sign the Declaration of Independence and a wall of 50 American heroes.

Fantasy role-playing adventure set

WASHBURN — The Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center near Washburn will host “Dugouts & Pirogues: The Way Through the Northern Corridor,” a Dungeons & Dragons-inspired tabletop role-playing event, on Saturday, July 25, from 1-4 p.m. in the library. The program is family-friendly and open to ages 12 and older. Participants ages 12 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult. During this ongoing monthly campaign, step into a fantasy expedition inspired by historical themes of the Corps of Discovery using Dungeons & Dragons 2024 fifth edition rules in a custom setting. Join an imaginary ...

City repairs watermain break

City of Minot crews responded to a watermain break west of Broadway on 27th Avenue Northwest this past weekend. According to information from the city, one apartment building was without water service while repairs were made. Water service was restored about 7 p.m. Sunday, June 21, and further repairs had been planned for Monday, June 22.

Fort celebrates 60 years as national historic site

National American Legion commander to visit White Shield

WHITE SHIELD — National American Legion Commander, Dan K. Wiley will visit White Shield for a special community Meet and Greet on Monday on July 6, the American Legion announced. Fresh off the historic United States 250th Independence Day celebrations, Wiley will be touring North Dakota to engage directly with veterans, families and community leaders. The event will take place from noon-3 p.m. at the Old Scouts Veterans Memorial Building at 545 Sahnish Ave., White Shield. A meal will be served. This special visit is a highlight of the American Legion’s commitment to serving ...

State's Liberty Bell replica to be rung June 29

BISMARCK — On Monday, June 29, at 11 a.m., the public is invited to watch Gov. Kelly Armstrong and State Historical Society of North Dakota Director Bill Peterson ring North Dakota's Liberty Bell replica. This will be the first official ringing of the bell inside of the ND Heritage Center & ...