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County hesitates to extend pound lease

The City of Minot would like to extend the use of a county highway building for a temporary dog pound and increase the capacity limit while it continues to search for a replacement site. On Tuesday, July 21, the Ward County Commission rejected the idea, although indicating an openness to reconsider if the city can provide more details. The county had approved a six-month lease for temporary space to give the city time to find a permanent location. That lease expires Aug. 31. County Highway Engineer Dana Larsen said the city has asked for an extension of a month or two. He said he ...

Minot AFB teen receives Midwest recognition

Despite having moved seven times in her 16 years, Fatimazahra Elbouab doesn’t shy away from making the most of wherever she is. Her enthusiasm for engagement and leadership is getting recognized. Elbouab, of Minot Air Force Base, became the 2026 Midwest Military Youth of the Year on June ...

Council pushes to get Trinity’s top floor occupied

A dispute over building code has left the top floor of Trinity Health’s hospital vacant since the medical complex opened on April 30, 2023. The Minot City Council determined Monday, July 20, the situation needs to change, and if that means the council needs to do some prodding of Trinity ...

Many attending ND State Fair

Milestone

Bismarck State College BISMARCK – Area students were among more ethan 650 graduates following spring semester at Bismarck State College. Commencement was May 15. Graduates included: Caleb Brentrup, Minot, certificate in carpentry (residential); Andrew Christensen, Kenmare, certificate in automotive technology (electrical/chassis); Gunnar Deaver, Berthold, Associate in Applied Science in agriculture industry and technology; Tristan Dobson, Minot, Associated in Applied Science in petroleum production technology; Tayler Falcon, Minot, Associate in Arts and Associate in Science; Austin ...

NDDPI approves Christian school in Stanley

STANLEY – Christian Crossroads Academy has announced it has received formal approval from the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (DPI) as of July 20, marking a significant milestone as the academy prepares to welcome students for its inaugural school year. The approval represents the successful completion of the state's review process and affirms that Christian Crossroads Academy has met the requirements necessary to operate as a nonpublic school in North Dakota. "Our Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, families, and community supporters have worked tirelessly to ...