Good morning, Minot.

Minot State University Summer Theatre will debut *Young Frankenstein* on Wednesday, June 17 at the Josh Duhamel Stage in the Amphitheater.

Performances run until June 22, starting at 8:30 p.m. each evening.

At the state competition this past weekend, Fargo's Emma Tong was crowned Miss North Dakota and Minot's Addison Pringle became Miss Teen North Dakota—set to represent the state in the forthcoming Miss America and Miss America's Teen events in Florida in September.

The ND250 Commission will lead projects in 2026 to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary — highlighting our heritage and shared community spirit.

This summer, residents can visit Pembina Gorge State Park in Walhalla, Pembina State Museum, and the 1883 Stutsman County Courthouse exhibit to explore local history.

North Dakota is in year one of its Rural Health Transformation Program, with about $88 million in grants planned to upgrade equipment at tribal and critical access hospitals and to improve workforce retention — NDHHS must obligate funds by Sept.

2026 for rapid implementation.

Ranchers near Mandan are watching for New World screwworm—a parasite that feeds on cattle—after a case was confirmed in Texas.

The North Dakota Department of Agriculture advises using fly control during warm months to keep the tropical pest from spreading.

Minot native David Anderson was inducted into the North Dakota Tennis Hall of Fame at Magic City Campus on Saturday, June 13.

The longtime player and coach dedicated decades to building local tennis programs and mentoring young athletes.

Special Olympics North Dakota will send 46 representatives to compete in basketball, bocce, bowling, powerlifting, volleyball and youth leadership at the national games in Minneapolis from June 20-26 after training camp at NDSU in Fargo from June 17-19, with Minot’s Christy Coughlin representing in bowling and volleyball + others joining.

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.