Good morning, Minot.

Representatives from Marketplace Foods, Cass-Clay and Souris Valley United Way donated two pallets of shelf-stable milk to the Backpack Buddies program in Minot on Wednesday morning as part of Cass-Clay’s Giving Cow Project during National Dairy Month.

The donation adds milk to weekly food bags for children facing food insecurity.

A recent bean webinar invited locals to share insights in a 10-minute survey while a trivia quiz tests knowledge of North Dakota’s crop production — linking farms to family meals with a simple baked bean recipe.

Joe Zeleznik from NDSU explained that nature's normalcy includes variability, as seen in trees showing different growth rings + lilacs blooming out of season.

His account, prompted by a local teacher's witty gift for graduates, helps clear up common misunderstandings about natural patterns.

James Rogers from NDSU Extension near Minot explains how legumes fix nitrogen and boost soil health by transferring nutrients through grazing, decay, and other key pathways — practices that benefit subsequent crops over time.

Citizens in Sawyer examined storm damage from Tuesday and raised concerns after emergency sirens did not sound, following wind gusts up to 90 mph.

Ward County Emergency Management explained that a policy gap during the Central Dispatch transition is under review to ensure better emergency warnings & restore trust.

North Dakota Health and Human Services has announced replacement benefits for SNAP households that lost food due to power outages from June storms.

Affected households must report losses within 10 days to receive benefits up to their June SNAP amount.

The Velva 39ers Legion team beat the Minot Metros on Wednesday, June 10 at Corbett Field — winning a 7-5 opener before a 9-6 nightcap completed the nonconference sweep.

The team overcame a late comeback attempt to secure both victories.

Minot High boys golf team won its first state title since 2003 + three players were named to the Class A all-state team on Wednesday, June 10 by the coaches.

Parker Argent, Easton Bradley and Tripp Toepfer all finished in the top 10 at the state tournament.

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.

Independence Day Celebration in Minot

All day — Minot Convention & Visitors Bureau — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with patriotic traditions, family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks finale.

Dakota Classic Modified Tour

7-10 p.m. — Nodak Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling IMCA sanctioned racing featuring top drivers from across North America.