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City supports nonprofits with CDBG funds

Clients of Youthworks and the Minot Commission on Aging will benefit from Community Development Block Grant funding under agreements approved by the Minot City Council Monday, May 4. The council agreed to Youthworks’ application for up to $40,920 in reimbursement to support rehabilitation ...

Produced water spill occurs near Williston

WILLISTON — Select Water Solutions, LLC notified the North Dakota Oil and Gas Division of a produced water spill at the Stateline SWD #1 site that occurred Saturday, May 2, about 15 miles west of Williston. Produced water is a byproduct of oil and gas extraction. Select Water Solutions, LLC reported that 400 barrels of produced water were released onto location. As of Monday, May 4, 400 barrels were recovered. A North Dakota Oil and Gas inspector has been to the location and will monitor any additional cleanup required.

Local students attend state leadership conference

Members of the Minot High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter attended the annual North Dakota FBLA State Leadership Conference March 29-31. The conference connected over 60 FBLA chapters from across the state who put their business skills to the test in competitive events. Minot High School was recognized as having the largest chapter in North Dakota, with a total of 71 members, 38 of which attended the conference. One member, Joy Jiang, was elected as the North Dakota State FBLA Parliamentarian. The following students placed first: Daniel Franco, Accounting; ...

City transit adjusts bus routes

Minot City Transit announced seasonal adjustments to its fixed route system that started this week. These detours will be in place for the duration of the construction project along the route. – East Route: First Street Southwest will be closed to the east of Town and Country shopping center. Buses will travel Broadway to 11th Avenue and rejoin the route on First Street Southeast. – Southeast Route: First Street Southwest will be closed to the east of Town and Country shopping center. Buses will travel First Street Southeast, Seventh Avenue Southeast, onto Main Street and rejoin ...

County considers alcohol safety at State Fair

Options for managing alcohol sales and preventing underage drinking during the North Dakota State Fair were examined Tuesday, May 5, by Ward County commissioners, who already have taken steps to ensure more licensing controls. The Ward County Commission fielded a complaint last August ...

New Homesteading Summit to connect community learners

WATFORD CITY – A new regional conference focused on self-sufficiency, sustainable living and traditional skills will take place May 15-16, 2026, at the McKenzie County Ag Expo in Watford City. The Prairie Roots Homesteading Summit is a two-day event connecting homesteaders, farmers, gardeners and makers from across the upper midwest to learn about soil health, regenerative practices, livestock care, gardening, food preservation, herbalism and healthy living. The summit will feature workshops, keynote speakers and exhibitor booths tailored to the midwest’s prairie climate. Attendees ...