New Downtown Mural Celebrates Minot Symphony’s Centennial Season
MINOT, ND, – The Minot Symphony Orchestra is proud to unveil a vibrant new mural in downtown Minot, “Magic Symphony” was painted over Labor Day weekend by local artist Max Patzner in celebration of the Symphony’s 100th season. The colorful mural features playful depictions of musical instruments and symbols, capturing the joy and energy of […]
Working Hard…. So, We Can Play
It’s reality, it’s time to “pull the sailboat” for the summer. What this procedure entails is winterizing our 27 foot Cal sailboat for the harsh winter ahead. Down come the sails to be folded and stored away. Then there is winterizing the freshwater system with at least 5 gallons of RV anti-freeze. There are what […]
A shield from reality
When something is out of sight, it’s out of mind, right? That’s true to a point, but as North Dakotans we sometimes get a glimpse of what it’s like elsewhere and the reality is, we don’t have it so bad.As we all know, North Dakota has been growing for several years. Driven by oil, the […]
OPERATION Valhalla Strike sharpens 891st MSFS defenders’ readiness
Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum, Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — “Eight! Nine! One!” shouts Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Klein, 891st Missile Security Forces Squadron’s (891MSFS) senior enlisted leader. “HELL YEAH!” shouted back over 200 voices, defenders’ gear at the Airmen’s feet, ready to tackle the day. That rallying […]
Badlands Gaming-Brings Card Culture to the Mall
A new kind of magic has arrived at Dakota Square Mall, one built on cards, gaming, and community. Badlands Gaming, Minot’s newest trading card shop, is open for business and already making waves among collectors, casual fans, and competitive players alike. Owned by longtime hobbyist and entrepreneur Joey Schilling, Badlands Gaming is more than just […]
Warbird Week strengthens lethality across the 5th Bomb Wing
Airman 1st Class Anthony Ramey, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —The 5th Bomb Wing (5BW) wrapped up Warbird Week, a regularly scheduled exercise, which challenges Airmen to operate under demanding conditions. From Sept. 2-8, units across the 5BW faced a series of scenarios designed to assess their ability to generate […]
The Date Is Set! Minot’s Lopez Twins To Make Pro Debut
The boxing ring at the Lopez Gym north of Minot is the training home to twin brothers Jose and Rafael Lopez. The gym is also the training ground for several young aspiring boxers, and it was one of those kids who looked up at the ring and excitingly said “Wow! That is a big ring!” […]
Norsk Høstfest…Wait, What?
It’s one of those Minot topics that floats around by word of mouth, starting in summer and rolling into fall. Locals toss around the term like it’s as familiar as McDonald’s or Walmart, like it’s something everyone just knows. But to outsiders or first-timers in Minot, Norsk Høstfest might sound more like someone clearing their […]
FCC Provider of the Month – September
What do you enjoy most about being an FCC Provider?The part I enjoy the most is building meaningful relationships with the children and their families. Watching the little ones grow, learn, and reach new milestones each day is such a joy. It feels special to know I can provide a safe, nurturing environment where they […]
Minot High FBLA Kicks Off Winter Clothing Drive to Warm Local Families
Submitted by Saige Carlson As colder temperatures begin to settle in, Minot High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter is taking action to support families in need across the community. The student-led organization is hosting a Winter Clothing Drive from September 15th to September 20th, with the goal of collecting new and gently […]