Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
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🏘️ Community
Kathleen Gaddie retired this month from the Kalix Board of Directors after 35 years of service (her leadership was greatly valued), the nonprofit said.
Kalix (in operation since 1960) provides residential and vocational support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Minot, Belcourt/Rolla and Grand Forks.
Minot Fireworks Association is preparing its annual fireworks display at the fairgrounds on July 4 and is funding the show solely with community donations.
The group raised money on May 17 by selling food at Marketplace Foods and volunteers have dedicated up to 1,000 hours to build the 30-minute display—choreographed by Derek Miller and his daughter Haylee.
💼 Business
SRT announced that Perry Erdmann will retire as chief financial officer on June 1 after 23 years of service, having led key financial strategies during major changes.
He joined as controller in 2002, advanced to CFO in 2004, and is now succeeded by Jessamy Fornshell—ensuring a smooth leadership transition.
Two North Star credit union professionals in Maddock were honored at an awards banquet in Fargo.
Joann Burgrud received the Professional of the Year Award and Mike Black was named Volunteer of the Year—recognizing his 22 years of service.
🎓 Education
The Minot Area Community Foundation awarded $16,000 through the Anna S. and Harold A.C.
Bergstrom Scholarship Fund to five MLS High School seniors from Mohall-Lansford-Sherwood High School to support their post-secondary studies—four recipients received $3,500 and Raegan Fitzsimmons received $2,000 based on their scholastic and vocational achievements.
🏛️ Government
Kelby Timmons was named by the District 26 GOP on Saturday to fill the empty seat after former Rep. Olson resigned for a new job.
Timmons, a Watford City resident elected in 2022, will serve through 2028.
🏥 Health
Fred Strand was promoted to director of Talent & Culture at Trinity Health in Minot & Lora Soderholm joined as director of Total Rewards.
Strand, who has worked with the company since 2024 & led employee relations, will now oversee recruiting while Soderholm manages compensation, benefits & HR operations.
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