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ND respiratory disease surveillance report Week 2

The most current respiratory disease surveillance data for North Dakota are summarized below for the week ending Saturday, Jan. 17. The report provides a brief overview of respiratory activity statewide. Reporting Week: Week 2 Week Ending: Jan. 17 Report Date: Jan. 21 Data Source: ...

Northern Pulse Growers to feature global industry experts at convention

The Northern Pulse Growers Association (NPGA) has announced its 2026 Annual Convention, scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 27, at the Sleep Inn & Suites and Conference Center in Minot. This year’s convention offers growers a timely platform to explore the latest in market trends and agricultural ...

Minot man arrested on firearm charges

A 35-year-old Minot man was arrested by Minot Police Friday afternoon, Jan. 23, on firearm charges. According to the Minot Police Department, late Friday afternoon, Minot SWAT assisted the Ward County Narcotics Task Force with the service of a search warrant in the 10 block of 11th Avenue ...

City seeks interim services while pursuing new pound proposals

A Minot City Council decision Friday, Jan. 23, to reject a negotiated pound contract with Souris Valley Animal Shelter leaves stray animals out in the cold. However, Minot Police Chief Michael Frye stressed he will not put an animal in jeopardy because a pound isn’t available. He has been ...

SVAS issues statement on council action

Souris Valley Animal Shelter issued a statement Friday, Jan. 23, regarding the council’s decision not to renew the municipal pound contract but to request new proposals for service. “This outcome was not a decision made by SVAS and is now outside the shelter’s control. This decision is ...

STEAM Studio Minot presents Greek mythology rock musical

Greek mythology, rock music and youthful energy collide this month as STEAM Studio Minot presents “Olympus: The Greek Rock Musical,” a family-friendly stage production featuring local students. Performances began Friday, Jan. 23, and will continue Saturday, Jan. 24, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, ...