Breaking News

Trinity introduces new radiology system

Trinity Health in Minot has announced the purchase of a Trident HD specimen Radiography system, a mobile system which provides immediate, high-resolution imaging of breast tissue specimens in the operating room. The system was paid for with support from the Trinity Health Foundation and ...

Ballet studio schedules fall events

Fjord Folk Fest kicks off a series of appearances this fall by students with the Rinat Mouzafarov Institute of Dance and Ballet Theatre. In additional to performances by dancers of all levels at the festival on Aug. 21-22, advanced dancers will perform a Harry Potter-themed waltz at the Minot Air Force Base’s 79th Air Force Ball, “Wands and Wings,” at the Clarion on Sept. 12. They also will perform Sept. 19 during Latin Fest at Eagles Wings Church. Due to the practices required for the shows, the studio’s regular open houses to introduce the new season of classes will be ...

Forage nitrate levels can spike following rain

Dry weather across the state has increased concerns about nitrate accumulation in forage plants. North Dakota State University specialists warn about the effects of rain on drought-stressed forages. When soil moisture conditions are favorable, and plants are actively growing, they absorb ...

Miss Fjord Folk Fest crowned as festival launch grows nears

Karena Verbitsky of Minot has been crowned the first Miss Fjord Folk Fest, according to the organization that is launching the inaugural festival this weekend, Aug. 21-22. The opening ceremony for Fjord Folk Fest is set for Friday at 9 a.m. in Fjord Hall in Minot Municipal Auditorium. Doors ...

Ordinance would regulate data centers

An ordinance regulating data centers cleared the Minot Planning Commission last week after a hearing drew a few residents urging caution regarding the centers. The ordinance approved by the commission limits data centers to the large industrial area east of the Minot airport, where a pig iron ...

Airstream club rally kicks off Saturday

Thousands of Airstream owners from 49 states, four Canadian provinces and Germany will arrive in Minot Saturday, Aug. 22, for the 2026 Airstream Club International Rally that runs through Thursday, Aug. 27. Minot leaders have worked with Airstream Club International rally planners for five years to prepare for the event, coordinating efforts across the community to welcome attendees and showcase Minot throughout their stay, according to Visit Minot. “Hosting the Airstream rally has been years in the making, and it’s an opportunity to introduce visitors from across North America,” ...