Consumers are increasingly worried about economic survival, according to new survey data and in North Dakota, a local human services leader senses added pressure for struggling households. The University of Michigan's latest index showed consumer sentiment fell in September to the ...
The Foundation for Agricultural and Rural Resources Management and Sustainability (FARRMS) is hosting two free webinars this fall to help farmers explore organic production opportunities, access available USDA support programs, and better understand the organic certification process. The webinars are designed for both producers considering organic transition and those actively pursuing certification. The webinars will be held Oct. 19 and Nov. 2 from 6-7:30 p.m. Registration is required and can be completed online at farrms.org/event-list. During the first webinar, “Understanding USDA ...
PARSHALL – The grand opening of the Northeast Segment Community Center will be Friday, Oct. 2, from 1-4 p.m. at the center at 3818 72nd Ave. NW in Parshall. Those participating in the event include MHA Nation Chairman Mark Fox and MHA Tribal Business Council. Those attending the event can tour the facility. Lunch will be provided onsite. The center is a facility for fun and health. It includes a state-of-the-art gym, commercial kitchen, volleyball and basketball courts, zip line, rock climbing wall, coffee bar, elders room and swimming pool.
The North Dakota String Teachers Association is sponsoring the 44th annual State Orchestra festival at Minot North High School on Friday, Oct. 2, and Saturday, Oct. 3. This annual event is a sight-reading festival that draws orchestra students from around the state. There will be 170 students on stage. The students will see the music for the first time at the initial rehearsal on Friday afternoon and perform in concert on Saturday at 2 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. This year’s guest conductor is director of the Minot Symphony Orchestra, Efrain Amaya, from Minot ...
The Taube Museum of Art has scheduled adult classes and Halloween events for a fun-filled October. Three classes will be offered Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Taube. Paint a Skull with EJ Rose is open to all skill levels and ages from noon-2 p.m. Watercolor Basics with Judy Quill from 1-4 p.m. also is open to all skill levels and those interested in learning watercolor techniques or honing their skills. October Fest Beer Stein Making with Rhonda Weninger is a 21 and older event from 6-8 p.m. Also on Saturday, Oct. 17, the Taube will host three sessions of Flashlight Tours & Ghost Stories ...
UPDATE: Main track 1 opened this morning and main track 2 opened about 10:30 last night, according to BNSF. The cause of the derailment is still under investigation. UPDATE: Street closures are still in place for safety during derailment cleanup, according to City of Minot information. Clean ...
