Good morning, Minot.

Veterans Outreach Program returned to Trinity Homes on May 27 when DAV member Richard Reuer revived it after a five-year pause; the program now offers monthly sessions where veterans + family members share stories, sing patriotic songs, and honor lost servicemembers at six local facilities.

Due to weather, the First District Health Unit postponed the Summer Fun Fair for kids originally scheduled for yesterday; the event will now be held Tuesday, June 9 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the health unit and include free games, activities + a bike helmet check.

Due to high lightning risks — the Summer Fun Fair scheduled for this Tuesday is postponed and will instead be held on Tuesday, June 9 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 801 11th Avenue SW where kids can enjoy games, a bike helmet check and a bike giveaway.

MACA partners with Citizens Alley to launch free summertime arts events in downtown and Oak Park — featuring Levitt AMP concerts starting June 4 and expanded Sundays in the Park with local and international music, art activities, and food trucks.

Volunteers are invited to help support this vibrant program.

White Earth Valley Saddle Club Rodeo will celebrate nearly 70 years of western tradition from June 12 to 14 in White Earth.

The event features a BBQ, barrel racing, live music by Josh Kehr, and family-friendly contests that honor a long local rodeo legacy.

University of Mary's longtime track and field coach Mike Thorson was named to the NSIC Hall of Fame for the class of 2026 and will be inducted in July.

The Minot native earned 14 NSIC Coach of the Year honors over 11 seasons + coached 17 national champions during his tenure.

The Minot Area Community Foundation recently awarded scholarships to rural seniors to support their post-secondary education and career goals.

The Brooke Nicole Schroeder Memorial Scholarship was given to Maycie Talbott and Kylee Heer while the Haley Sundsbak Memorial Scholarship went to Allie Glasoe and Jacey Hutton.

The Minot Area Community Foundation and Magic City Lions Club announced two 2026 scholarship winners, Collin Swenson of Our Redeemer's Christian School and Zoe Labatore of MLS-Mohall High School.

Each received a $1,000 award; Swenson will attend UND for business management and Labatore will study nursing at UM.

Storms damaged roofs on several homes and a daycare in the St. John area last night along BIA Rd 4, leaving property owners to assess the impact.

Crews inspected the damage as weather conditions eased.

The Biota Water Plant in Max will start up in late August as part of the NAWS project.

City officials say treated lake water could reach residents by September or October.

Minot Vistas began their 2026 season Monday, June 1 at Corbett Field by defeating Devils Lake Storm 12 to 4 in the opener of a doubleheader before losing the second game 3 to 8.

They will play Regina White Sox on Friday, June 5 at 3:15 p.m.

Heavy rainfall forced the cancellation of the World of Outlaws show planned for May 31 in Minot, with the Magic City Showdown now set for Sunday, Aug.

30. Nodak Speedway will host IMCA Hobby Stocks and Sportsmods races as part of the 2026 Tougher than Dirt Tour on Sunday, June 7 at 7 p.m.

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.