Monday, July 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Dan Manka Family will perform evangelistic services at Minot Baptist Church from Wednesday, July 9 to Monday, July 14 — all services begin at 7 p.m. except on Sunday when they start at 6 p.m. Minot Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Mandan State Historic Site near Washburn will host the free Watercolor En Plein Air event on Saturday, July 26 from 1-2 p.m. at the Seaman Shelter, where artists of all ages will receive supplies and help to paint outdoors—leashed dogs are also welcome at the visitor center. Minot Daily News
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Minot will test a new absentee ballot process in the mayoral race on Aug. 5, where voters must deliver ballots to the Ward County Auditor’s Office before polls close—ballots postmarked before election day but arriving later will not be counted. Secretary of State Michael Howe said the change aligns state law with a presidential executive order and ensures clear voting guidelines. Minot Daily News
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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.
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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.
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North Dakota State Fair
All day — North Dakota State Fair Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience nine thrilling days of entertainment and grandstand performances.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Limp Bizkit Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — North Dakota State Fair Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Limp Bizkit live.
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North Dakota State Fair Parade
9:15 a.m. — North Dakota State Fair Grounds Red Lot Campground — Free entry — Don’t miss the largest parade in North Dakota as it winds its way to the Fairgrounds.
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Black Stone Cherry Concert
6-8 p.m. — The Original — Ticket prices vary — Kentucky rockers Black Stone Cherry bring their new album to life with a powerful performance.
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