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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Stevenson State Park in Garrison will host Maple Sugaring Days on Saturday, April 11 (10 a.m.-3 p.m.) and Sunday, April 12 (noon-3 p.m.), offering sap-to-syrup presentations, a pancake breakfast, live entertainment by Moon Cats + Peyton Lily, and a 5K run. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Minot residents can enjoy the 10th annual Food Truck Festival on Aug. 30 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.—proceeds will support a program offering hands-on film education for students. Local vendors and family activities will add extra fun to the event. KFYR-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Minot florist sees a change in Easter orders as customers now favor table centerpieces and bouquets over traditional corsages. The shop remains busy amid rising delivery costs as it adapts to evolving traditions. KFYR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Moen Family, who grew up on a farm near Upham and learned music from their parents, will perform bluegrass and country tunes at Frozen Fingers Festival Saturday, April 11 at 3 p.m. at the Sleep Inn in Minot (their first festival appearance since 2017). Minot Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The region celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Clarence Iverson No. 1 well south of Tioga that launched North Dakota’s oil boom. The 33rd Williston Basin Petroleum Conference will be held May 19-21 in Bismarck & focus on the state’s energy legacy. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Local shoppers are preparing for Easter as grocery prices rose 2% over last year, with the USDA forecasting a 3% increase; many are checking sales and comparing brands to adjust their traditional holiday meals. KFYR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Minot International Airport reports wait times under its 15-minute goal despite a partial federal shutdown that led hundreds of TSA workers nationwide to quit — local efforts offer support for workers facing reduced pay. KFYR-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CaringEdge of Minot supports local residents with home health and hospice care, helping them remain at home instead of moving to assisted living at Edgewood Healthcare. With 24/7 nurse support within a 45-mile radius, the service has grown over its eight years by reducing hospital visits. Minot Daily News
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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.
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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.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie Screening
7-10 p.m. — Oak Park Theater — Special ticket required — Relive the fun and nostalgia of the 1990 classic with special guests at this one-night-only event.
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Nodak Speedway Opening Night
7 PM – 1 AM — Nodak Speedway — Admission details not provided — Experience high-energy dirt track racing featuring IMCA classes in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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