Saturday, February 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The North Dakota Supreme Court upheld the manslaughter and reckless endangerment conviction of Travis McDermott for a 2023 bar shooting, after rejecting his appeal over a potential jury bias issue. Minot Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Luke Bryan is set to headline the 2025 North Dakota State Fair on July 26, promising an electrifying performance with his track record of 31 number-one singles and over 22 billion global streams. KFYR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The North Dakota House of Representatives passed a bill to mandate school districts to develop policies on cell phone use, aiming for Senate approval, with local districts like Rugby and Minot implementing their own measures to manage cell phone distractions. Minot Daily News
- ➤ The South Prairie Drama Club has seen a successful season, with several members qualifying for the Class B State Speech Meet and participation in state as a team, alongside other notable achievements by its seniors in various activities. Minot Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Judge Douglas Mattson, with a career spanning public service in various roles and the judiciary since 2002, announces his retirement effective June 1. KFYR-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dakota Medical's surgical center in Minot has earned AAAHC Accreditation and Medicare certification, showcasing the staff's commitment to high-quality patient care. Minot Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Minot High junior guard Maggie Fricke, a three-time all-state selection, commits to the University of North Dakota for college basketball. KFYR-TV
- ➤ In the District 6 girls basketball tournament, TGU and Our Redeemer's advanced to face each other in the semifinals, as did Berthold and Glenburn, after respective quarterfinal victories. Minot Daily News
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Rebel Roundup Gymnastics Meet
The Rebel Roundup Gymnastics Meet will take place at the Magic City Campus in Minot, North Dakota, featuring competitions over the weekend.
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North Dakota Miss Amazing Amplify Event 2025
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Rebel Roundup Gymnastics Meet
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