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Business

State program supports Native-owned small businesses

BISMARCK – The North Dakota Department of Commerce has announced the award of $600,000 through the Native American Small Business Support Program to help Native American-owned small businesses expand operations, strengthen competitiveness and create lasting economic impact across North ...

Sanford Health adds family medicine providers

Sanford Health in Minot has expanded its team with the addition of two more new family medicine providers at the Sanford Hwy. 2 Clinic. Brieann Backes is a physician assistant who offers comprehensive family medicine care for patients of all ages, including acute and urgent medical care, ...

Project designer joins Minot firm

Alex Hamman has joined the Ackerman-Estvold Minot office as a full-time project designer. Hamman earned a Bachelor of Architecture in May of 2025 and a Master of Architecture in May of 2026 from North Dakota State University, Fargo. Hamman has experience with large property management, and she ...

Engineering group hires survey crew chief

Apex Engineering Group has announced the hiring of Jason Main as a senior survey crew chief in its newest office in Minot. Main has 25 years of experience providing a wide range of survey services, including land development, control, topographic, boundary, cadastral, plats and easement ...

Eagle Award winners for May announced

The Minot Area Chamber EDC announces the Eagle Award winners for May. These individuals were nominated by community members for their hard work, positive attitude and making a great experience for customers. This month's winners are: Abby Abel – Sunshine Pediatric Therapy; Christine Benitez ...

SBPC introduces Momentum Fund to support entrepreneurs

Souris Basin Planning Council (SBPC) has announced the introduction of the Momentum Fund, a new business financing program designed to help local entrepreneurs access fast and flexible capital. The program was created in response to the challenges small businesses often face when seeking ...