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MSU earns A+ in preparing reading teachers

Minot State University’s teacher education program has earned an A+ rating from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for its preparation of future elementary educators in reading instruction. The recognition comes as part of NCTQ’s 2026 Teacher Prep Review, which evaluates how well teacher preparation programs equip future teachers with evidence-based reading instruction practices aligned with the science of reading. “We are deeply committed to preparing our students to teach reading well to all learners and are happy to have been recognized for that dedication,” ...

Area youth participate in ND Boys State

WAHPETON – Several area youth were among 82 participants taking part in the American Legion Boys State on the North Dakota State College of Science campus June 14-19. Participating were Reino Swartwout, Minot; Shaun Randall, Berthold; Gabriel Magallon, Douglas; Brendan Berntson, Aaron Fuller and Owen Trautman, Garrison; and Layne Anderson, Velva. Cayle Corey of Grand Forks was elected governor of North Dakota Boys State. The event brings together outstanding young men between their junior and senior years in high school. Selected from schools across North Dakota, these delegates ...

Kiwanis scholarship awarded

ND airports post second highest May boardings

BIAMARCK – North Dakota's commercial service airports recorded 104,951 passenger boardings during May 2026, making it the second-highest May passenger total in state history, according to The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission. The total was 2.4% below the record-setting May 2025 level. The modest statewide decline from May 2025 was primarily attributable to airline service adjustments in Grand Forks and Minot, including the suspension of Allegiant's Las Vegas service in Grand Forks and reductions to Allegiant's leisure travel schedule in Minot. Despite these changes, passenger ...

Lansford Threshing Show this weekend

LANSFORD – The annual Lansford Threshing Show will take place Saturday and Sunday, June 27-28, at the Lansford threshing grounds on the south side of town, sponsored by the Lansford Thresher’s and Historical Association. All times are subject to potential change, but Saturday’s schedule includes breakfast at the cafe, a tractor pull at 9 a.m., with weigh in at 8 a.m., and a noon-5 p.m. car cruise. The Arlan Wenstad Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. Food truck concessions will be available from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., and on Saturday evening a steak fry will be held at the Lansford ...

Strike Out the Stigma night set for Tuesday

The Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) Caring Foundation is partnering with the Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation for its fourth season of Strike Out the Stigma, an initiative focused on raising awareness and support for veteran mental health across North Dakota. A special Strike Out the Stigma night to engage with fans and share mental health resources will be Tuesday, June 23, at the Minot Hot Tots game at Corbett Field, 1124 E. Burdick Expressway, Minot. Doors will open at 5:35 p.m. and the game starts at 6:35 p.m. Through partnerships with baseball and softball teams ...