Good morning, Minot.

The 38th Annual Prairie Warrior Auction will be held on April 24 at the North Dakota State Fair Center Magic Place to raise funds for morale activities at Minot Air Force Base.

Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. with a taco buffet at 6:00 p.m. — digital silent bidding began today — and tickets cost $25, though active-duty military and spouses can attend for free.

For nearly five years, families at Minot AFB have celebrated rainy days with a puddle-splashing event—Lisa Hermosillo said local Security Forces and base housing residents joined on April 13.

Photos shared online show how the event brings the community together—turning gloomy weather into a bonding moment.

Spouses at Minot Air Force Base welcome new Airmen in the First Term Enlisted Course by delivering homemade and store-bought treats every other Thursday.

Erin Chapman organizes the effort and bakes when volunteer slots go unfilled—ensuring about 40 Airmen feel supported during their transition.

Veteran and entrepreneur George Masters will volunteer on an Honor Flight that departs Minot International Airport at 6:30 a.m. on April 27th and carries 105 honored veterans+25 guardians to Washington DC for memorial visits before returning on April 28th.

On March 31st, a Minot area family lost their home in a fire — firefighters responded promptly to secure the scene.

Minot Police said they responded to three drug overdoses in the past 24 hours — one was fatal — and believe the drugs may have been misrepresented or laced with unknown substances.

Lt. Col Joseph Cangealose said the 69th Bomb Squadron earned the 2024 Brigadier General Kenneth N.

Walker Award after a busy year that included a 6-week Bomber Task Force deployment from RAF Fairford and multiple rapid deployments to key commands—demonstrating hundreds of flight hours with 13 partner nations. He noted the team’s record of long-range strike operations confirms that Minot’s air operations remain top in their field.

NDDOT reported that in 2024, impaired driving accounted for 21% of all fatalities—down 10% from 2023 as alcohol-related deaths dropped from 38 to 19.

Officials credited improved culture, technology, and Vision Zero outreach for the decline and said efforts will expand sober ride programs in rural areas—aiming to further curb impaired driving.

Minot North High School has started spring sports with baseball, soccer and softball teams showing early promise.

The baseball team recovered after a loss, the girls varsity soccer team earned its first win in Bismarck, and the softball team had mixed results as they learn and improve — each game building their history.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Festival of Fools

8 p.m. — The Spot — $10 – $20 — Enjoy a night filled with silly comedy and live performances from local talent.

Mother’s Day Celebration at the Zoo

4 AM – 1 PM — Roosevelt Park Zoo — Moms free with child admission — Celebrate Mother's Day with a fun day at the zoo!

P:C Plays at Minot Public Library

6 p.m. — Minot Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance at the local library in Minot, ND.

Syttende Mai Parade and Park Opening Day

12 p.m. — Scandinavian Heritage Park — Traditional lunch available — Celebrate Norway's Constitution Day with a parade and festivities in Minot.