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Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Minot will host two Memorial Day events on Monday, May 25. At 10:30 a.m. in Rosehill Memorial Park's Veterans Section, retired Maj. Trygve Hammer will deliver the address while at 11 a.m. in Donnybrook City Hall, retired first sergeant Marvin Baker will speak. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Souris Valley United Way will host Pickle Palooza on Saturday, June 27 from 3-6 p.m. at Citizens Alley, featuring pickle-inspired food sampling, live music from The ChokeCherries & Jared Shumaier, contests, children’s activities and local vendor offerings; tickets and volunteer sign-ups are available by May 29 for free T-shirts. Minot Daily News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Local electric co-ops said seven power poles have been hit by farming equipment in Minot this spring. Spencer Danielson from Verendrye Electric advised that if you hit a pole or get tangled in wires, stay in your equipment (to avoid injury) and call your local co-op immediately. KFYR-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Klein Fresh Meats (started by local native Casey Klein) will occupy the former Dickey’s Barbecue Pit at 1720 South Broadway, while 7Brew is building a stand at the old Burger Time site; both businesses in Minot are expected to open within the next two months if construction stays on track. KFYR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Minot Public Schools named James Swegarden as principal at McKinley Alternative Learning Center and Brian Aufforth as a 10‑month assistant principal at Minot North High School. Aufforth will start on Aug. 3 pending board approval & Swegarden brings experience as a homebound teacher to his new role. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Minot student Odin Erickson (from Jim Hill Middle School) took second place in the North Dakota Geography Bee held in Bismarck on May 1. Over 2,000 students competed statewide, with the top 20 advancing from local contests for a final round determining the top five. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Teacher Jenni Braun took her fifth and sixth-graders to the Game and Fish Owls Pond for a hands-on fishing lesson that builds nature skills. As a finalist in the Kids Choice Awards, votes will be tallied and the winner announced at the Larks game on June 19. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Starting June 1, Minot Public Schools will offer free breakfast and lunch to students 18 and younger this summer. Meals will be served Monday through Friday with breakfast from 7:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. and lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., except on July 2 and 3. KFYR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Souris River Joint Board said project crews will continue work on the Mouse River Flood Protection Project at Roosevelt Park's entrance and on Eighth Street Southeast, with the park closed today for paving and scheduled to reopen Friday; contractors are coordinating with property owners + monitoring weather conditions. Minot Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Health has contracted with CHI Health at Home and Hospice and CaringEdge (two established local providers) to offer hospice services for Trinity Homes residents. The transition is complete and patients now have a choice for home health and hospice care. Minot Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Minot High girls tennis begins its WDA team dual tournament run today aiming for a fifth-straight title and a chance at a third state championship. Senior Grace Olson was honored as SERVPRO Athlete of the Week after setting a record with 159 wins. KFYR-TV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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