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Fedorchak forum to focus on nation’s 250th anniversary

Local News June 23, 2026

BISMARCK – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak, R-ND, will host her next Fedorchak Forum on Thursday, June 25, at 6 p.m. The forum will focus on America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, the principles that have guided the nation and legislative ideas to strengthen the nation. “As we approach America’s 250th birthday, I’m looking forward to hearing from North Dakotans about their hopes for the future of our country and state. Our nation’s success has always been rooted in freedom, personal responsibility and strong communities. This forum is an opportunity to discuss how we can ...

91st Missile Wing successfully tests readiness, reliability

Local News June 23, 2026

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE – Airmen assigned to the 91st Missile Wing at Minot Air Force Base conducted a Simulated Electronic Launch Minuteman (SELM) test in partnership with the 377th Test and Evaluation Group (377 TEG) from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, on June 3, demonstrating ...

Dads 101 prepares Minot AFB expectant fathers

Local News June 23, 2026

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE – To help expecting fathers build confidence and prepare for the realities of parenthood, Minot Air Force Base offers Dads 101, a hands on class designed for military members and spouses who are preparing to welcome a new baby. Led by experienced fathers, the course provides practical knowledge, open discussion and real world advice on everything from newborn care to supporting a partner through the postpartum period. During a recent session, U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Corey Coster, 5th Operations Group first sergeant and father of three, guided participants ...

MSU students earn two national titles

Local News June 23, 2026

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Twenty Minot State University students competed at the 2026 Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference, which was held June 6-8 at the Westgate Las Vegas. Two students, Elizabeth Chapman and Luke Curren, were named national champions. The NLC ...

Canvass produces updated tally, write-in recount

Local Elections June 23, 2026

A five-way tie in a write-in race is forcing a recount in Ward County. The Ward County Canvassing Board met Monday, June 22, to approve the results of the June 9 primary and local elections, which confirmed the need for a recount to help decide the winner of a seat on the Surrey Park ...

Former Project BEE director charged with misusing federal funds

Local News June 23, 2026

The former executive director of a closed Minot homeless shelter has been charged with federal program theft and is set to plead guilty in September. Elizabeth Larsen, also identified as Elizabeth Myers in court documents, was formerly the executive director of the nonprofit organization ...