Good morning, Minot.

Minot Coin and Bullion in Minot is experiencing increased customer interest as more people visit the store to buy, sell, and appraise precious metals.

Owner Josh Hummel said silver is priced at $34 per troy ounce and gold around $3,380 per troy ounce—reflecting the growing market demand.

Minot State University’s summer theatre program is celebrating 60 years this season and will honor its third hall of fame inductees—Jeff Arlt, John Weninger, the Davidson family, Bob and April Hubbard, Briana Schwan and Chad Gifford—on June 14 before the Saturday show.

The Taube Museum of Art in downtown Minot is offering a range of summer art classes for youth and adults with sessions starting on June 10 and continuing through August 14—each registration benefits local artists and the nonprofit Taube.

In North Dakota, 37 Critical Access Hospitals rely on Medicaid payments as each hospital receives a median $3.9 million—over 9% of its net revenue—and research from Chartis warns that a 15% loss in Medicaid funds could force rural hospitals to close, reducing essential healthcare services in small communities. Ostmo in Grand Forks emphasizes that such cuts may lead to additional economic challenges in rural areas.

The Minot Hot Tots ended their second series against the Willmar Stingers at Corbett Field Friday night with both teams tied 8—8 at deadline, and final results will be in Monday’s paper.

Free Community Car Seat Checks

10 AM – 1 PM — Trinity Health - Medical Arts — Free — Get your car seat checked for safety and ensure your child's security on the road.

Madison Night Mares vs. Minot Honeybees

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Corbett Field — Ticket prices vary — Exciting live baseball action as the Madison Night Mares take on the Minot Honeybees.

Minot Hot Tots vs Bismarck Larks

5:05-6:35 p.m. — Corbett Field — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup while supporting a charitable cause.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

Have fun improving your game — Tue, Jul 8 – Thu, Jul 10 — Minot Family YMCA — $97 observing coach fee — Enjoy a high-intensity youth basketball camp focusing on skill development and confidence building.