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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Minot man, Deyan Robert Luetzen, 23, pleaded guilty to two Class C felony charges linked to an October 6 hotel shooting in north Minot during a trial session at North Central District Court and his sentencing is set for Friday, July 18 — co-defendant Shaquille Means will have his trial on Sept. 17. Minot Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today at Safety Village, meteorologist Meghan Chada taught children weather safety skills to help them stay safe during storms — the session gave practical tips for severe weather. KFYR-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Minot, with help from Minot Air Force Base and the Ohio Air National Guard, will spray for mosquitoes on an evening between July 14-18 and again during the week of Aug. 4-8 if weather allows. Crews will pick the best time between 9 p.m. and 2 a.m. and use a EPA registered pesticide called Naled that is safe for people and pets — updates will be shared on social media while beekeepers receive advanced notice. City of Minot
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Minot City Council approved a new deputy police chief position today to replace one of three captain roles. Captain Dale Plessas, who has served as interim chief since mid-September, will be promoted to assist new chief Michael Frye — who will start on Monday, July 14 — in managing all police operations. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Minot City Council tabled a revised flood control plan for the MI-8/MI-9 segment to let engineers spend two weeks reviewing the design after a cost-saving proposal left Tim Smith’s frac sand company at risk of flooding. The change, which would have ended levee construction before a major commercial property—saving $4.5 million—raised strong concerns from local business owners. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Josiah Roise, a Minot native running for mayor, is campaigning as a constitutional mayor by proposing to merge the police department and sheriff’s office to save money and give power to the people—he filed enough signatures in two days for the Aug. 5 special election while facing legal disputes with both agencies. KFYR-TV
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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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