Good morning, Minot.

Minot Meals on Wheels delivers over 400 hot meals a day to seniors served by 200 volunteers as part of the Minot Commission on Aging’s program.

The service, which has grown 20% since last year, relies on city and state funds + donations.

Monica Schlabach, the 91st Missile Wing command spouse, is leaving Minot this summer.

Over nearly four years at the base, she embraced strong community support — she said it shaped her leadership and will guide her future visits.

Minot pools are set to welcome summer visitors as the free AFB Outdoor Pool opens today, pending weather, and Roosevelt Park Pool is scheduled to reopen on June 5 with enhanced safety measures.

Both facilities are updated for improved water quality and supervision to ensure a safe fun season for families.

Photographer Aaron Patton began his 50-state portrait series last March to capture American identity — North Dakota residents in Mandan marked his 18th state stop and he will soon visit Medora as part of his three-to-four-year tour.

Tim Chapman of the International Peace Garden unveiled a year-round conservatory that houses the Don Vitko Cacti and Succulent Collection (featuring about 5,000 dryland plants) and offers a horticulture library, cafe, gift shop, and winter cabin rentals.

Minot's Youth Center has a busy summer schedule with 3D printing classes starting June 3 and STEM Camp for ages 9 and up from June 1 to 5.

Members will also enjoy game nights, adventure camp, arts classes, and family outings to local attractions through August.

Several Minot schools will hold graduation ceremonies Sunday, May 24.

Minot High and Minot North High will celebrate at the MSU Dome (Minot North at 1 p.m. and Minot High at 4 p.m.) with high honor graduates speaking, while other local schools host events on their own campuses.

The Minot Spouses Club provided purple graduation cords to 79 military-affiliated seniors (55 at Minot North, 13 at Minot High and 11 at local schools/homeschools) during recent ceremonies.

The award highlights community support for families facing the frequent moves and challenges of military life.

Minot High senior Sophia Bell will collect her second diploma Sunday after earning an associate degree from Dakota College at Bottineau through the LEAP program on May 15 — she is the first in the district to achieve this and plans to study biology at Pepperdine University.

Minot Public Library and Ward County Public Library launch the Summer Reading Challenge with a scavenger hunt on May 30 (1-2:30 p.m.) at Main Street Books.

It runs June 1 to July 30 and invites readers to read 20 minutes daily, earning tokens for bench votes and dinosaur events.

ND Game and Fish officials said rebuilding deer habitat on private lands will take time and more funding as they use voluntary conservation programs to boost wildlife recovery.

They stressed that improving soil and water quality is a long-term investment — a benefit for outdoor recreation and our local economy.

Airman First Class Gabriela Calverley earned the Diamond Sharp Award at Minot Air Force Base on May 21 for outstanding leadership and dedication to her fellow Airmen — her achievement with the 69th BGS Knighthawks highlighted exceptional service across the installation.

Minot voters will decide on June 9 on a half percent sales tax to fund $26.76 million in park maintenance, including improvements at local facilities.

If approved, the tax will generate about $6.5 million a year plus lower property tax mills from 38 to 26, taking effect this fall.

Minot Park District offers an updated list of trails for walking, jogging and biking as the weather warms.

Local residents are invited to explore outdoors + enjoy scenic routes in their backyard.

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.