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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Minot Police, working with the Ward County Narcotics Task Force, arrested two men—ages 24 and 21—on felony charges for supplying fentanyl linked to overdose incidents reported on March 16 in southeast Minot. KFYR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Prairie High School's speech team, started three years ago, reached state level success when all eight seniors qualified for state and the team placed third at the competition. Coach Paula Rauschenberger said the program will expand after the seniors graduate (the team built valuable public speaking skills). KFYR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Monday night’s Minot City Council meeting, officials discussed four options for changing the current liquor license cap, with proposals ranging from keeping the cap unchanged to removing it and setting a purchase price — council members, including a former official and local liquor owners, shared concerns about the impact and agreed to continue the discussion on Sept. 2. This debate focused on balancing market entry for new businesses while protecting existing owners. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Minot International Airport is seeking 50 to 100 volunteers for an emergency exercise in June per FAA guidelines; volunteers will attend an 8 a.m. safety briefing on June 13, children may join with a guardian, and the airport will show activity on both the secure + public sides while scenario details remain confidential. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Officials activated the State Emergency Operations Center to coordinate the response to widespread fires across North Dakota—emergency teams worked to direct resources and protect affected communities. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Minot International Airport will hold a full-scale emergency exercise on June 13 to meet FAA guidelines for a triennial drill—volunteers are needed to assist with the event and the public may see morning activity on the public and secure sides. Those who volunteer must attend an 8 a.m. safety briefing, wear closed-toe shoes and long pants, and will enjoy a light lunch following the 11 a.m. action report. Minot Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ward County competitors performed strongly at the State Indoor 4-H Air Rifle Championship held April 5 at the Veterans’ Memorial Building in Devils Lake. Twelve local youth made up nearly one-third of 40 participants from six counties + the event marked notable growth in the program since it started with just a few kids seven years ago. Minot Daily News
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Festival of Fools
8 p.m. — The Spot — $10 – $20 — Enjoy a night filled with silly comedy and live performances from local talent.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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Kids TV Takeover Night
1:30 PM — Corbett Field — Epic surprises and a chance to get slimed at the game with characters like Bluey.
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