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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Minot Community Endowment Fund announced that it is accepting grant applications for the 2025 cycle with $69,360 available — only online applications will be accepted. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits or government agencies, and applications must be submitted by May 31 — technical assistance is available if needed. Minot Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Minot woman Leoné Nera has sent dozens of quilts to orphans in India since she began quilting in 2005. She is honored as the featured quilter at the Minot Prairie Quilt Festival today — where lectures, vendors, and quilts are on display. KFYR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Minot Air Force Base teacher Angela Peterson — a third-grade teacher at North Plains Elementary — was named the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year after wins at post and district levels; the post also honored scholarship winners Piper Erickson of Minot High School-Magic City Campus and eighth grader Carmella McWilliams of Erik Ramstad Middle School. Minot Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Minot has been named a 2025 Great American Defense Community by the Association of Defense Communities for its support of Minot Air Force Base—this honor was announced in Washington, D.C. and local leaders said the ADC will celebrate the community with visits this summer and at the ADC Innovation Forum in Monterey at the end of October. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Representatives from Minot State University, Dakota College at Bottineau, Trinity Health and the Minot Area Chamber EDC testified to a House subcommittee Friday that $13 million must be restored to fund a Health Sciences Institute in the downtown Trinity Health West building — if the 2025 Legislature approves, the institute will begin training nurses and allied health professionals within a year or two. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Col. Daniel Haugen of the North Dakota Highway Patrol announced five promotions and assignments for nine troopers who completed field training, including Sgt. Matthew Johnson who was promoted to lieutenant on March 17—he now serves as the Northwest regional commander in Minot—and three other officers taking new roles at safety, special operations and criminal interdiction teams. Minot Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Minot-born hockey player Zach Nehring helped Western Michigan reach the Frozen Four in the national tournament — his achievement brings local pride and highlights his skill on the ice. KFYR-TV
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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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35th Annual Spring Honor Dance and Powwow Celebration
5-9 p.m. — Minot State University — Free entry — Celebrate Native American culture with dance, educational programs, and a community powwow.
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Race Day at Nodak Speedway
7-9 p.m. — Nodak Speedway — Tickets available — Experience the thrill of North Dakota’s fastest cars and top-notch dirt track racing.
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2025 North Dakota Travel Industry Conference
April 28-30 — State Fair Center — Conference rates starting at $94 — A three-day event to enhance North Dakota's tourism through networking and education.
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The Donny Dahl Band Live
9:30 PM – 3:30 AM — The Original — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable night with the Donny Dahl Band and some of the greatest live music.
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Race Day at Nodak Speedway
2-4 p.m. — Nodak Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-speed thrills at North Dakota's top dirt track racing event.
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