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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Great Plains Food Bank started its Grow, Give, Gain program in 2024 to let farmers and ranchers donate crops and beef by filling out an online form and taking it to a stockyard or elevator—Abby Tow said donations of beans, grains and corn give tax benefits that help feed the community. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Vietnam veteran David Henderson was honored with a quilt during a Disabled American Veterans Chapter 4 meeting and coffee social in Minot on Wednesday. The quilt, made by Chris Senn, was presented by members of the Peace and Honor Chapter of Quilts of Valor to recognize his service to the country. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Boy Scout Troop 425 and Cub Scout Pack 425 will hold their 13th annual Fill-R-Canoes food drive Tuesday, March 25, from 5-7 p.m. at four Marketplace Foods locations — 20th Avenue Southwest, Arrowhead, Broadway and North Hill — where non-perishable food and cash donations will go to Peace Lutheran Church Pantry to support those in need. Minot Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, testimony in the Nichole Rice murder trial in Grand Forks focused on a knife — linked to the homicide — and a window screen, with Minot Police noting they accepted help from Cold Justice because of staffing shortages after the 2011 flood and local oil boom while Rice remains presumed innocent and the case continues into next week. KFYR-TV
- ➤ On Wednesday afternoon in Grand Forks the trial of Nichole Rice resumed as investigators testified about the investigation into Anita Knutson’s murder—Minot witness Laura Knapp explained she unlocked the apartment on June 4 and police described evidence including a knife—while Rice’s attorney questioned her statements and testimony is set to resume at 8:30 a.m. today. Minot Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Feb 18, Minot State University’s Science Department held the annual Science Olympiad for mainly third to sixth graders along with some second and eighth graders. The event featured hands-on demos & magic shows, and winners were named for team and event competitions in many subjects. Minot Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Division B boys basketball state tournament in Minot has its quarterfinal match-ups set with Our Redeemer’s—Oakes, Bishop Ryan—Hankinson, Wilton-Wing—New Rockford-Sheyenne and North Border—Westhope-Newburg; the teams earned their spots by winning key qualifiers and regional contests. KFYR-TV
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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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Magic City Car and Trade Show
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — North Dakota State Fair Center — Free entry — Check out classic cars and meet special guests at this vibrant community car show.
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North Central Spring Job Fair
11 a.m. — Minot Municipal Auditorium — Free entry — Connect with local employers to explore a variety of job opportunities in the region.
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The Big One – Spring Art and Craft Fair
10 AM – 8 PM — North Dakota State Fair Center — Admission fee TBD — Explore over 250 booths bursting with handmade arts, crafts, and delicious baked goods.
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SVAS Gala 2025
6-10 p.m. — Sleep Inn & Suites Conference Center and Water Park — Ticket information available — Celebrate animal welfare with live entertainment and a special auction.
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80's Pub Crawl
8 PM - 1 AM — The Spot — $10 — Dress up in your favorite 80s attire for a nostalgic night of fun and goodie prizes for the first 48 check-ins!
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