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Library, Citizens Discuss Book Legislation 

By Lydia Hoverson on March 3, 2023
Meeting on How Books are Processed  lydia.hoverson@mydakotan.com   MINOT – Two bills with the intent to keep certain books away from minors were discussed at length at a recent public meeting.  The Minot Public Library held a meeting this week to talk to citizens and parents about the process of how books are chosen for the library.  […]
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Thursday's High School Sports Scores 

By AP - The Dakotan on March 3, 2023
The Associated Press  Girl’s Hockey Championship at Minot  Quarterfinals  Fargo Davies 5, Bismarck Century2  Minot 4, West Fargo 3  Fargo North/South 3, GFC/GFRR 1  Bismarck Legacy 5, Mandan 1  GIRLS PREP BASKETBALL  NDHSAA Class B  State Tournament at Minot  Quarterfinal  Central Cass 61, Bowman County 28  Garrison 45, Kenmare/Bowbells Co-op 33  Rugby 67, Langdon-Edmore-Munich 48  […]
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False Threats Lead to School Lockdowns 

By Kim Fundingsland on March 2, 2023
Minot, Other State Schools Effected  MINOT – There is no active threat of a shooter within any of several schools in the state that entered lockdown status Thursday morning.  At approximately 11 a.m. Thursday Minot Police posted the following on their Facebook page:  “Attention - No active threat  Minot Police can confirm that an active […]
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School Districts Seek Legislative Help 

By Kim Fundingsland on March 2, 2023
Inflation Raises Construction Costs  MINOT – The cost of new school construction in Minot has risen dramatically since voters approved a bond issue to reconfigure an existing building into a new high school, make improvements to Magic City Campus and, to a lesser extent, Central Campus.  “When we passed that bond issue on December 7, […]
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Mountrail County Train vs Vehicle Fatal Crash 

By The Dakotan on March 2, 2023
ND Highway Patrol   What: Train vs Vehicle fatality crash   Where: 66th St NW railroad crossing, White Earth   When: 3/1/2022 approximately 3:51 PM CST   Road Conditions: Dry   Weather Conditions: Clear, sunny   Crash Involvement: Train vs SUV   Type of Crash: Right angle   Agencies Involved: NDHP, Mountrail County Sheriff’s Office, Tioga […]
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Fire Damages NW Minot Home  

By The Dakotan on March 1, 2023
A fire in northwest Minot Tuesday afternoon caused significant damage to the basement and main floor of a home.   The Minot Fire Department was dispatched to 1113 10th St. NW at approximately 2 p.m. for a structure fire. Upon arrival on scene, firefighters found heavy smoke coming from the basement and main floor of […]
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Plunging for a Good Cause    

By Lydia Hoverson on March 1, 2023
Polar Plunge Raises Money for Special Olympics   lydia.hoverson@mydakotan.com   MINOT – Several people of the community plunged into ice cold water to raise money for a good cause this past Saturday.  The Polar Plunge, organized by the community and local law enforcement, is an event that provides an opportunity for people to give to Special Olympics […]
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Tuesday's High School Basketball Scores 

By AP - The Dakotan on March 1, 2023
The Associated Press  GIRLS PREP BASKETBALL  Class A  East Region  Quarterfinal  Fargo Davies 87, West Fargo Horace 37  Grand Forks Red River 68, Fargo North 35  Sheyenne 61, Fargo Shanley 48  West Fargo 91, Wahpeton 63  BOYS PREP BASKETBALL  Beach 72, New England 49  Carrington 77, Barnes County North 54  Ellendale 77, Griggs/Midkota 49  Glen […]
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Concerns Raised over Local Animal Rescue 

By Lydia Hoverson on February 28, 2023
Souris Valley Animal Shelter Responds   lydia.hoverson@mydakotan.com   MINOT – A recent Facebook video has raised heat about a Minot animal shelter taking in out-of-state animals, to which the shelter responded.  The Stray Sanctuary, an emergency animal rescue out of Ray, recently posted a video on Facebook, which has received thousands of views, saying Souris Valley Animal […]
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Shake-up at Minot AFB 

By Kim Fundingsland on February 28, 2023
Two Commanders, Four Subordinates Fired  MINOT – Citing “a loss of confidence in their ability to complete their assigned duties, Maj. Gen. Andrew Gebara, commander of the 8th Air Force, relieved two Minot AFB commanders with official confirmation of who coming Tuesday morning.  Relieved are Col. Gregory Mayer, commander of the 5th Mission Support Group, […]
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