Saturday, February 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mike McCloud, with a diverse background in law enforcement and youth development, becomes the new director of the Magic City Discovery Center, focusing on enriching visitor experiences and fostering community relations. Minot Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Quantdre Mersier pleads not guilty to the murder charge of Ansu Kamara in Minot, with a pretrial conference scheduled for April 30. KFYR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mouse River Players, a volunteer-led theatre group in Minot since 1971, announce their historic 55th season with a lineup that includes 'Aesop’s (Oh So Slightly) Updated Fables' and 'The Play That Goes Wrong'. Minot Daily News
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A committee supports allocating $250,000 from Minot's MAGIC Fund to the Business Accelerator Fund for local business financial aid, potentially leveraging an additional $3.5 million in project funds. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Ginger Quam, an Edward Jones financial adviser in Minot, has been recognized among the top 489 advisers by qualifying for the firm's prestigious Impact conference in Scottsdale, Ariz. Minot Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft complete first sortie under Bomber Task Force 25-2 deployment at RAF Fairford, England, demonstrating long-range strike capabilities. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Senate Bill 2350, aimed at limiting access to personnel and discipline records to support a merit-based pay system, faces opposition from a North Dakota Senate committee despite support from Minot officials. Minot Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Kainan Filipino Restaurant, offering a unique blend of Southeast Asian flavors, has opened in Minot, North Dakota, touted as the state's only full-service Filipino cuisine venue. KFYR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Minot, Bismarck, and South Border win team titles at the state wrestling championships, with a dominant performance from western athletes in individual categories. KFYR-TV
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Minecraft Escape Room Adventure
Participants must help Steve retrieve his stolen enchanted diamond sword by solving puzzles in a timed escape room challenge.
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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
The North Dakota Miss Amazing Amplify Event is a two-day celebration focused on empowerment, confidence building, and showcasing the talents of girls and women with disabilities.
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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 various gymnastics competitions.
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Neal McCoy Live Performance
Country music legend Neal McCoy will perform live at The Original Bar and Nightclub, promising an energetic night of fan-favorite songs in an intimate atmosphere.
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