Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
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🏘️ Community
Roosevelt Park Zoo in Minot will open its new African Plains Building on Saturday, June 21 to celebrate World Giraffe Day + unveil a state-of-the-art giraffe habitat for hand-feeding sessions.
The zoo will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. + feedings are scheduled at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
📰 Economy
The Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC is launching a video campaign made by local production company Threefold to help ease a workforce shortage in Bismarck-Mandan.
The videos will show real families and businesses in a pro-business community — first to nearby states and then across the country.
🏛️ Government
The Minot City Council unanimously approved Michael Frye as the new police chief and created a deputy chief position at their Monday meeting.
Frye, who retired as a lieutenant in Minneapolis and served as chief at Bismarck State College, will begin his duties on July 14—bringing his leadership experience to the department.
Industrial Builders Inc. was awarded nearly $10 million to replace the Velva bridge on Highway 41 as part of the Mouse River flood control plan—65% of which will be funded by the state and the remainder by sales tax dollars.
The Minot City Council approved the bid on Monday despite the project costing 18% over budget.
Minot International Airport got city approval to upgrade its decade-old PA system that often reverted to outdated security messages.
Airport Director Jennifer Eckman said the new $236,000 project, 80% funded by the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission, will replace the failing system and improve terminal announcements.
🎉 Minot Events
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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.
Arts in the Park: Minot City Band
4-8 p.m. — Oak Park — Free to attend — Enjoy a summer evening filled with classic tunes under the beautiful oak trees.
North Dakota State Fair
All day — North Dakota State Fair Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience nine thrilling days of entertainment and grandstand performances.
NDSF Run the Route 5K
8:45-10:00 a.m. — North Dakota State Fair Center — Registration required — Kick off the North Dakota State Fair with a fun run along the parade route.
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