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Comment period opens on proposed water plant in Grenora

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GRENORA – Public comment is being sought on a proposed new water treatment plant in Grenora. The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (NDDEQ) has made a preliminary determination that no environmental impact statement is necessary based on a review that found no significant environmental impacts. The proposed $3.4 million project involves construction of a new greensand filtration water treatment facility in Grenora. The existing two drinking water wells supplying potable drinking water to the city contain manganese levels exceeding the Environmental Protection Agency ...

Minot airport to host TSA Precheck event

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Minot International Airport will host a TSA PreCheck enrollment event in collaboration with IDEMIA, an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider since 2013. Travelers will be able to enroll or renew their membership at the Minot International Airport at 305 Airport Road in the first floor conference room from Sept. 22-25, according to City of Minot information. The TSA PreCheck Application Program is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and lawful permanent residents. The enrollment process is quick, convenient, and even faster when the application is completed online beforehand. ...

Groups want dairy decision reconsidered

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Grassroots organizers in North Dakota are asking state regulators to reconsider their decision to dismiss a petition that challenges a water sale to mega operator Riverview Dairy. Members of the group Abercrombie Citizens for Responsible Growth and the Dakota Resource Council contended the ...

State announces more rural health grant opportunities

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BISMARCK – Two new funding opportunities through the Rural Health Transportation program have opened in North Dakota that seek to increase transportation access to care and improve coordination of services for patients. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announced applications are open for the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Acquisition funding opportunity through the North Dakota Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The funding will help eligible rural healthcare organizations purchase accessible transportation vehicles that make it easier for rural residents, ...

Confluence Discovery Day set for Sept. 26

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WILLISTON — Explore the history, science and natural wonders of northwestern North Dakota during “Confluence Discovery Day” on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Fort Buford State Historic Site and Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center, Williston. The free, family-friendly event features interactive exhibits, live demonstrations and hands-on activities that explore the people, places, and stories of the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence. Enjoy activities revolving around three themes: – Indigenous Lifeways and Early Exploration features atlatl ...

Airstream club rally kicks off Saturday

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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,” ...