Good morning, Minot.

Magic City Equality and Misfits of Minot hosted a community picnic and outdoor games in Oak Park on Sunday as part of month-long Pride Month events — local groups joined the gathering to celebrate inclusiveness.

Roosevelt Park Zoo has unveiled a new year-round giraffe habitat in Minot that lets visitors see three giraffes (Kianga, Kioni and Amani) from both indoor and outdoor areas.

The 7,300 sq ft facility stays warm at 70°F (set by heaters and fans) and offers feeding times at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Marcus Sean Watson, 28, pleaded guilty in North Central District Court to one count of fentanyl delivery and was sentenced to 10 years with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation+undercover officers made controlled purchases of 300 fentanyl tablets in January as part of a plea agreement that dismissed two additional counts.

North Dakota Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Shawn Gramkow, a Minot man found guilty of shooting Phillip Luster at Fanatics Sports Bar and Grill last year, rejecting his claim of self-defense.

Today, Minot State Summer Theatre opened its 60th anniversary season with Fiddler on the Roof, marking the first time in 20 years the show has been performed.

Performances will run through Sunday, June 29 with an American Sign Language show on Thursday — guests should call 858-3228 for reserved seating.

Minot Public Schools will hold a special board meeting tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. at the Minot Area Workforce Academy in Room 117—this executive session will focus on negotiation strategies for the Minot Administration Association.

A section of 22nd Ave SW is now open while crews begin Phase 4 work to close the 24th Ave SW and Dakota Square Mall Loop Road intersection—this is part of the Puppy Dog Coulee project to replace 1,600 feet of failing storm sewers.

The nearly $20 million project will add new concrete, asphalt, and underground features and aims for substantial completion on July 31 with full work done by Oct. 2.

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.

Arts in the Park: 188th Army Band Concert

7-9 p.m. — Oak Park — Free entry — Experience a timeless summer tradition with live music under the oaks in Minot.

Demolition Derby Showdown

7-9 p.m. — North Dakota State Fair Center — Ticket included with Grandstand Showpass — Experience the adrenaline of cars colliding in a battle for the ultimate title.

North Dakota State Fair - Sawyer Brown Concert

6-9 p.m. — North Dakota State Fair Grandstand — Ticket on sale March 1 — Celebrate 40 years of Sawyer Brown with lively performances of their classic hits.