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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Save the Hall group in Driscoll began remodeling the town’s memorial hall to fix worn floors and update the kitchen and bathrooms while preserving its vintage look (using original memorabilia) and plans to finish in less than two years (much faster than the 10-year plan). KFYR-TV
- ➤ The Minot Park Board toured the MI-6 and MI-7 flood project site on Monday and decided to close Roosevelt Park Pool and Skate Park for summer—an action taken to protect public safety—while keeping the pickleball courts open with planned accessibility alerts; community members shared mixed reactions on social media. KFYR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Five people were indicted for a drug trafficking ring that moved drugs between Arizona, Colorado and North Dakota, including methamphetamine and fentanyl, and they will face trial (May 6) on charges of conspiracy and distribution. KFYR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota lawmakers passed two versions of a bill requiring schools to store cell phones away and set them to silent during class time. A conference committee will meet soon to draft a final law that includes exemptions for health reasons and for students who need devices (for example, to support Individualized Learning Plans) and also applies to private schools in one version (ensuring that rules are clearly communicated to parents and students). KFYR-TV
- ➤ The Minot City Council voted Monday against a proposal for a property tax exemption for all for-profit childcare centers because a review showed some already are tax exempt while others pay tax for commercial buildings + council members estimated a loss of about $44,000 and most disagreed, even though Council Member Lisa Olson argued the exemption could help centers use extra funds for staff raises + lower costs for families. KFYR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Minot Honeybees are launching a contest to name a new mascot with fans sending in ideas from Tuesday until April 18 (nominations are accepted until then) and will hold fan voting from April 21 through April 30 (the mascot will debut on KMOT First News on May 19). KFYR-TV
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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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