Daily
Minot
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Donnybrook residents gathered Monday, May 25 for a Memorial Day ceremony sponsored by the Clarence McCormick Legion Post and Auxiliary to honor fallen soldiers — the event featured patriotic music, rifle fire, and Taps while retired Army National Guard Sgt. Marvin Baker urged participants to document their military family histories. Minot Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Throughout 2026, the ND250 Commission, administered by the State Historical Society, is hosting projects across the state to celebrate 250 years of American history by honoring agriculture and community cooperation. The initiative traces North Dakota’s legacy from early farming to modern cooperatives (and continues to inspire today's local spirit). Minot Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State education leaders are asking North Dakotans about classroom tech use in a survey open until Aug. 1 (it covers questions on device limits, home use and makeup days) to guide recommendations for the upcoming 2027 legislative session. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Emily How from NDSU Extension in Ward County explained how to build an olla using an unglazed clay pot that slowly waters raised beds planted with radishes and spinach when gardeners are away (using capillary action) to keep the soil moist. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Minot voters will elect two school board members on June 9; school board president Mitch Kraft and newcomer Matt Bianco face no competition. Kraft focuses on maintenance and teacher pay while Bianco, a twenty-four-year United States Air Force veteran, plans to balance the budget and boost school communication. Minot Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NDSU Extension advises Minot residents to wear rubber gloves & disinfect areas when mice are seen, as rodents can spread bacteria and rare hantavirus risks. The guidelines recommend using an EPA-registered disinfectant or diluted bleach and ventilating the space before cleaning. Minot Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Donny Schatz, a local racing icon, will race at Nodak Speedway this weekend with CJB Motorsports in his first Sprint car race in eight years. The grandstand opens Sunday at 4 p.m. for the Magic City Showdown. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Minot High girls’ tennis team won the NDHSAA Girls Tennis Team Dual State Tournament championship match—defeating Valley City Hi-Liners in Grand Forks on May 28; full details appear in the Minot Daily News. Minot Daily News
- ➤ North Dakota auto racer Donny Schatz said the death of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, who died from sepsis, is an eye-opener for the racing industry. He recalled Busch as one of the fiercest competitors and a lasting influence on racer health. KFYR-TV
- ➤ The Minot North Sentinels lost 4-5 to the West Fargo Horace Hawks at Corbett Field during Thursday's NDHSAA quarterfinal game on May 28. The Hawks advanced to the semifinals while the Sentinels played in the Loser-Out round on Friday at 11:30 a.m. Minot Daily News
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Minot
Welcome to the Daily Minot, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Minot, North Dakota community. If you like the Daily Minot, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Minot.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Minot and across North Dakota. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Minot
A free Minot community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyminot.com/sitemap