Good morning, Minot.

On Thursday morning, the Norsk Høstfest board announced that the annual festival will end after 46 years — prompting community members to recall the event’s role in celebrating local heritage and family memories.

Some hope a smaller-scale celebration may continue in the future.

The Northern Plains Children's Advocacy Center will host its 16th annual Champagne and Ice Gala on Saturday, Feb.

14 at the Clarion Hotel, where a cocktail hour, live auction beginning Feb. 7 and keynote by Gaelin Elmore will support children and families healing from abuse.

Cookies for You at 117 South Main has been a local favorite for over 30 years with its timeless recipes and homemade treats; now run by Casey Klein, the bakery offers cookies, custom cakes, and bouquets — ideal for Valentine's Day orders.

The Board of Directors announced on Jan.

29 that Norsk Høstfest ended after its 2025 event due to rising operational costs and declining attendance. Its legacy lives on in Minot through the Scandinavian Heritage Association as it continues to promote Nordic traditions.

Magic City Discovery Center unveiled its new Air Forces Gallery on Jan.

29, offering interactive exhibits where visitors of all ages explore air science through games like pneumatic ball launches (a hands-on learning experience). It invites families to experiment with air pressure and motion.

Minot’s Rogue Robots and Spare Parts teams will compete to advance to state nationals on Feb.

14 in Bismarck, while local middle school students (grades 6-8) are invited to submit essays for the National Civics Bee live quiz.

STARBASE ND approved a three-day version of its usual five-day program to ensure all 31 fifth-grade classrooms from Minot Public, Glenburn Public, and South Prairie Public can participate after a temporary October to November shutdown.

The plan received final approval (Monday, Jan. 19).

Three Knighthawks from the 69th Bomber Generation Squadron were recently honored by the 5th Bomb Wing Commander Col. Jesse W.

Lamarand for exceptional flightline performance, which helps keep the B-52 fleet safe and mission ready.

The MindGym at the McAdoo Fitness Center in Minot Air Force Base offers Airmen a tool to reduce stress and improve focus with phone-booked sessions during regular gym hours (feedback is positive).

Discussions for a second installation are underway.

Minot High boys basketball beat Bismarck St. Mary’s 66-44 Tuesday, Jan.

27 at Magic City Campus — Drew Jordan led with 20 points and 13 3-pointers, while Minot North lost 85-44 to the Sabers. Both teams will play Friday at 7:45 p.m. in their next matchups.

Minot United secured a 4-0 win over Century on Thursday, Jan.

29 at Maysa Arena (with a shutout by goaltender Luke Richeson) to sweep the season series and hold first place in the WDA standings; the team will face Mandan on Friday, Feb. 6.

Minot North Athletics showed skill across dance, basketball, e-sports, and hockey last week, with the dance team set to perform again today and Saturday.

The Magi will travel Tuesday + host a Prairie Grit game Thursday, keeping a busy local sports schedule.

Minot Hot Tots and Honeybees announced 2026 schedules at Corbett Field; the Tots open on Memorial Day at 6:35 p.m. in 36 games, and the Honeybees plan 21 contests, including a debut game versus Grand Forks Spitfires on July 7.

A video board from Northern Bottling Co upgrades game day.