North Dakota Civic Leaders, Legislators Observe Launch of Unarmed Minuteman III Missile at Vandenberg Space Force Base

Minot Area Chamber EDC Minot, N.D. – Members of Task Force 21, the Minot Area Chamber EDC’s (MACEDC) initiative to support the long-term vitality of Minot Air Force Base, led a delegation of North Dakota lawmakers to California to witness a display of the readiness of the U.S. Air Force’s nuclear deterrent: the successful test […]
Making Music in Creative Ways at North Plains Elementary School

Dr. Amanda Capote, PhD This school year, the music room at North Plains has been full of creativity, energy, and some very unexpected instruments. Students have been exploring rhythm, beat, and musical expression through hands-on activities that turn everyday objects into exciting musical tools. One of the most popular rhythm activities involved something students already […]
Two Minot Public Schools’ School Board Openings

Are you a citizen of the United States, eighteen years or older, a resident of North Dakota, and a resident who has resided in the precinct/district at least thirty days immediately preceding the election (election date: June 9th, 2026)? If so, there are two (2) four-year term seats up for election on the School Board […]
Let’s all take a history lesson

When we take a look at our history books, we see a lot of different things have happened since territorial days here and in South Dakota. One of the biggest events to take place was the announcement and building of railroads across Dakota Territory.Straight line rail across the northern tier and across the southern tier […]
Thoughts…And Prayers

I don’t want to continue to have my recent back surgery be the pinnacle of my life and perhaps this will be the last time it is a part of this column. I returned to Twin Cities Spine Center last week for a checkup to see how things were going. I kind of felt like […]
Free Legal Assistance Available at Minot AFB

Are you in need of legal advice? Well, good news, you can probably get it right here on base, and for free! The Minot AFB Legal Office is located in the 5th Bomb Wing Headquarters building at 205 Missile Avenue. Their services are available to many military-affiliated individuals, including Active Duty Airmen, their dependents, retirees […]
Inside Hairball Haven, Giving Stray Cats New Lives

In a modest building in Minot, dozens of rescued cats lounge, curl up in blankets or cautiously watch visitors walking through the door. Each has a story, many rescued from harsh outdoor conditions, abandoned homes and soon will be coming from the city pound. Their second chance is made possible by Hairball Haven Feline Rescue, […]
ND Esports State Tournament: Minot United Esports Snatch Their First State Titles

Lights glowing from monitors, controllers clicking, and teammates calling strategies through headsets, the North Dakota Esports State Tournament delivered two days of intense digital competition. Held February 27–28 in Grand Forks, the event brought together high school esports programs from across North Dakota to compete in a bracket-style championship. Much like traditional athletics, teams advanced […]
Tom Joyce- It’s Time to Give Back

Tom Joyce had a goal of becoming City Manager of Minot sometime, but when the current City Manager, Harold Stewart resigned his position to become the City Manager of Pasco, Washington, Tom was named interim City Manager of Minot, and soon was one of three vying for the position, and it was in October of […]
Student Registration for Minot Public and Glenburn Public School Districts amid New Infinite Campus System Integration

Minot Public School DistrictEnrollment for grades K-12 for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school year are open and will continue through the end of the school year. The first day of school for Minot Public Schools is August 19th, 2026. If your student was a current MPS student at the end of the 25/26 school year, […]