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Minot
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Matthew 25 Project in Minot urges donors to drop off donations during its six-hour weekly schedule (to avoid ruined items and high sanitation fees); the nonprofit asks callers for off-hour donations and prefers items like shower curtains, baking dishes, and bedding. KFYR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Damage from a snowmobile was found on five greens at Souris Valley Golf Course and Jack Hoeven Wee Links after the holiday break—repairs may cost thousands and police are seeking any information about the incident. KFYR-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy predicts the average price for a gallon of regular gas will be $2.97 in 2026 — the first year below $3 since 2020 and the fourth straight for falling prices, a trend that may relieve drivers locally. KFYR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State Superintendent Levi Bachmeier plans to visit all 167 school districts in North Dakota this year—with nearly 40 visits scheduled so far—starting his tour in Marmarth where only four students attend while kids go back to school this week. KFYR-TV
- ➤ A free five-week Active Parenting course series begins online on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 6 p.m. and offers parents positive discipline & communication tips for children ages 5 to 12. The program runs until Feb. 17 with registration via the Parent & Family Resource Center at Ward County Extension Service. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Five North Dakotans have applied for the pending vacancy on the state Board of Higher Education after Levi Bachmeier became state superintendent of public instruction. Governor Kelly Armstrong will choose his pick (to be sent to the State Senate for confirmation) to fill the four-year term. KFYR-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jason Sorenson with Public Works will discuss Minot’s water quality today at 6 p.m. at Main Street Books, where N.D. Environmental Partners host a free talk on how measurements and impacts shape local water quality. KFYR-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Influenza cases have spiked and officials expect an earlier peak this season as the CDC noted high flu numbers across the state. Health Director Michelle Dethloff advised residents to get a flu shot (the best protection) to help combat the virus. KFYR-TV
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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