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Rugby school voters to decide levy

RUGBY – Residents in Rugby Public School District will vote Wednesday, Oct. 14, on a 10-mill excess levy to support district operations. The measure requires a 55% majority for passage, and if passed, the excess levy would remain in place for 10 years. The ballot measure has been proposed to address future loss of state funding due to anticipated, continued enrollment decline and rising costs. The district has been reducing expenses in recent years and presented voters with information about $377,000 in possible additional cuts if the measure fails.

City landfill switching to winter hours

The City of Minot landfill will begin winter hours on Monday, Oct. 12, according to City of Minot information. During winter hours, the landfill will be open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The landfill is located at 4450 37th Ave. SW. The household hazardous waste drop-off site at the landfill will also remain open during winter months. Residents bringing items to dispose of at the landfill should stop at the scale house directly inside the gate, where employees will direct them to the proper location. “Our household hazardous waste drop-off site is part of our ...

Inspirational speaker delivers speech at MSU

His recovery from a life-altering accident highlighted the importance of relationships for Dan Meers, known for his role as the Kansas City Chiefs mascot, K.C. Wolf, from 1990-2025. On Tuesday, Oct. 6, Meers delivered an inspirational speech on the MSU campus during an event hosted by Women ...

Symposium convenes national defense leaders

ARLINGTON, Va. – Nearly 200 military leaders, policymakers, national security experts and defense industry executives joined Minot civic leaders on Sept. 18 for the 15th Annual Task Force 21 Nuclear Triad Symposium at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia. Hosted by Task Force ...

Event to celebrate zoo giraffe’s life

Roosevelt Park Zoo in Minot is inviting the community to come together on Saturday, Oct. 10, and Sunday, Oct. 11, for a special celebration honoring the extraordinary life of Kianga, the zoo’s beloved giraffe matriarch. The celebration will be held during the zoo's normal hours 10 a.m.-3 ...