Good morning, Minot.

Ice bumper cars at Citizens Alley are in their final weeks as weather shifts — over 2,000 rides given since Dec.

1 and spots open this weekend as riders aged 6 and older enjoy 12-minute spins on battery-powered cars, although bookings are recommended as operations may continue a little longer.

NDSU Extension will host its annual Spring Fever Garden Forums online and at county watch parties from March 23 to April 13 (6:30-8:30 p.m.), covering topics like annual flowers, lawn fertilization, and soil testing for gardeners of all skill levels.

Minot’s Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection project is progressing with three active phases+ MI-5 is nearly complete, MI-6 is underway near Third Street East, and MI-7 is ahead of schedule in Roosevelt Park Zoo.

Construction is set to continue with additional work this spring and potential map revisions by 2033.

Minot surgeons at Dakota Surgical Center are launching an initiative to reduce prescribed opioid pills by offering patients an alternative toolkit including IV hydration, gum, vibrating patches + a disposal kit as part of the nationwide Billion Pledge Program.

INSPIRITUS Community Health Foundation and the ND Chapter of American Foundation for Suicide Prevention host a free workshop on May 7 called Equipping Faith Communities to Minister to those Impacted by Suicide, offering training, meals, and continuing education credits for pastors, ministers, and counselors (register with code Inspiritus).

Central McLean’s Cougars are undefeated and headed to their first state tournament appearance—built on a turnaround from a four-win season led by senior Aiden Hanson.

Hanson, named Region 4 Senior Athlete of the Year, has also shared the court with his younger brother in this historic season.

PRCA Rodeo at Nodak Speedway

7-11 p.m. — Nodak Speedway — Tickets from $69 — Experience the thrill of rodeo action in Minot with can't-miss live performances.

Severio Mancieri Live at the Blue Rider

8-11 p.m. — Blue Rider — No Cover — Experience the captivating guitar skills of regional troubadour Severio Mancieri.