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Valve leak causes produced water release

BISMARCK – A valve leak occurred at a site about 25 miles north of Williston last week, resulting in the release of produced water. The North Dakota Oil and Gas Division was notified of the valve leak, according to a news release. Hydra Services, LLC reported that 37,800 gallons of ...

‘Frostbite & Firelight’ set at Fort Mandan site

WASHBURN.—Lawn games aren’t just for summer. Fort Mandan State Historic Site, Washburn, invites the public to “Frostbite & Firelight: Winter Lawn Games Extravaganza” Saturday, Jan. 24, 1-3 p.m. This family-friendly event offers a frosty twist on classic summer games such as ...

NDSU Extension to offer annual calving school

North Dakota State University Extension will host its annual calving school on Friday, Jan. 23, at the North Central Research Extension Center in Minot. The program will offer two session times, either from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5-9 p.m. Program topics will cover key areas of calving season ...

New year brings special hikes, Hiking Challenge

BISMARCK — Ring in the new year on state park trails with a special Last Day Hike on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Cross Ranch State Park and First Day Hikes on Thursday, Jan. 1, at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park and Fort Stevenson State Park. North Dakota Parks and Recreation also announced ...

Minot Elks donate to area organizations

The Minot Elks Lodge #1089 recently donated to several local organizations, including providing 42 bags of baby supplies to the Family Readiness Program at Minot Air Force Base for base families welcoming new babies. The Elks provided 21 bags with $1,000 in baby supplies using funds from the ...

Tis the season for outdoor skating

Ice skaters have been taking advantage of Minot’s outdoor rinks recently due to favorable weather and schools on holiday break. Minot Parks opened its warming houses Tuesday, Dec. 23, and announced its holiday schedule. Upcoming warming house openings are noon-9 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 29, and ...