Breaking News

INOURBACKYARD: County fair season is upon us

As I begin this month’s article, I ask you to think about a county fair you may have attended in past years. Perhaps you think about the carnival rides, the delicious fair food, or the lively outdoor concerts that are a highlight of our short North Dakota summers. For many readers, you might be like me and think of the young exhibitors showing their prized animals, best-baked goods, creative arts and crafts, award-winning plants, or even innovative engineering projects, all in hopes of earning a few dollars and possibly a shot at the State Fair. Growing up as the daughter of a farmer ...

Magic City Equality advocates for safer, accepting community

In observance of June as Pride Month, Magic City Equality, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting the local LGBTQ2S+ community, is bringing the worldwide celebration to Minot with its three-day schedule of events starting Friday. Magic City Equality was established by Pride Minot and ...

Zoo News: Conservation involves all of us taking extra steps

Conservation is much more than just a part of the mission at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. It is an opportunity. It’s an opportunity for staff to get involved and work with other zoo professionals or to work with regular people within our community with shared beliefs. We look at conservation on ...

Shrek Jr. inspires next generation of actors

As eighth graders, Joslin Slind and Braya Monley are already seasoned actors. They are among nearly 60 children preparing to present “Shrek The Musical Jr.,” which will hit the stage starting Thursday, June 13. A collaboration of The Western Plains Children’s Choir and Mouse River ...

Lewis and Clark State Park announces 50th anniversary events

EPPING – Lewis and Clark State Park invites the public to celebrate its 50th anniversary with a fun-filled day of activities on Saturday, June 8. The day will kick-off with a dog jog at the dog park, featuring prizes for the best-dressed dog, waggiest dog and more. At 10 a.m. children are invited to delve into the life of an archaeologist with a dinosaur dig in the sand at the swim area. Visitors can visit food vendors throughout the day, and park staff will be serving hotdogs at noon at Elk Point Shelter near the Jump-’n-Fun inflatables. Other attractions include lawn games, ...