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Security forces squadron enhances training, readiness

CAMP GRAFTON – Defenders assigned to the 891st Missile Security Forces Squadron participated in a three-day weapons training event in September at Camp Grafton, focusing on improving accuracy, positioning and fundamental weapons skills. During the training, airmen practiced with several ...

Festival of Trees returns with holiday fun

Christmas cheer is coming to the North Dakota State Fair Center as Dakota Hope Clinic’s Festival of Trees returns Friday and Saturday, Nov. 20–21. The event offers decorated Christmas trees, holiday shopping, family activities and live entertainment while supporting local individuals and families. General festival hours are noon–9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday, with a separately ticketed dinner and live auction on Saturday evening. Children and youth younger than 18 attend free. The Dashing Through the Snow 5K and 1-Mile Family Fun Run require separate tickets or ...

City to host 16th Street meeting

The City of Minot invites residents, business owners and property owners to attend a public input meeting Tuesday, Nov. 10, on the 16th Street Southwest North Project. Project recommendations have been developed for the corridor between Burdick Expressway and Second Avenue Southwest, and the project team is seeking community feedback before moving forward. Attendees will have an opportunity to review proposed improvements to the roadway, pedestrian and bicycle paths, learn about the anticipated project timeline, ask questions and provide input. The open house runs from 6:30-8:30 p.m., ...

Public meetings set on base study

The next series of public meetings for the Minot Air Force Base and Missile Complex Compatible Use Study has been set for Nov. 17 and 19. The project team will present the preliminary findings from the study and ask for residents’ input in confirming whether findings reflect current community conditions. The discussion will cover land use, housing, future growth, infrastructure, roadways, energy development, vertical obstructions, coordination tools and resilience. Meetings are scheduled at three locations. The first will be held Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 6 p.m. in Minot City Hall, ...