Good morning, Minot.

The North Dakota State Fair launched a free smartphone app that lets visitors search for food vendors, entertainment, and tickets.

A printed guide will also be available at the Information Center ahead of the fair running July 17-25.

A couple in Carpio transformed a shipping container into a free library on Main Street next to the Post Office to boost local reading, and the service has helped children (0-17) since it opened two months ago.

The library is registered through Little Free Library.

Livestock owners in Minot are monitoring pastureland prices, which are up 7% this year as rising cattle prices prompt more land purchases for future expansion; cropland prices remain largely unchanged.

Edison Elementary’s Christine Knudsen is a finalist for the Minot Hot Tots Kids’ Choice Awards: Teacher Edition during the final week of classes at Minot Public Schools (Longfellow teachers Angie Dangel and Kara MacIver are also finalists).

The Teacher of the Year will be announced Friday, May 22.

Wild moose have been seen near Oak Park, so residents are advised to keep a safe distance as Minot Park District confirms that law enforcement + wildlife officials are monitoring the situation.

Minot Parks reported wild moose in the Oak Park area on Monday, May 19, and warned residents to stay at least 50 feet away (moose can charge at speeds of 35 mph).

Gerdau Metals Recycling Magic City Showdown

6-10 p.m. — Nodak Speedway — Tickets available — Experience the thrill of top national sprint-car races at the Magic City Showdown.

KPOP Guardians Live Show

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Minot Municipal Auditorium — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the only live K-Pop tribute show in the USA with dazzling performances and authentic choreography.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp

June 10-12 — Minot Family YMCA — Cost not specified — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills focused on shooting and ball handling.

Sips of Summer: A Taste of Minot Food Tour

2-5 p.m. — Gourmet Chef — Costs vary — Enjoy a culinary exploration of Minot with curated tastings at five local spots.

Midsummer Festival 2026

5-10 p.m. — Scandinavian Heritage Association — Free entry — Celebrate the summer solstice with music, food, and a bonfire at this cherished Scandinavian tradition.