Tuesday, July 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizers from the N.D. Beef Commission, N.D. Stockmen’s Association and N.D. CattleWomen will host a free roast beef picnic near the Commercial II Exhibit Building on Tuesday, July 22 to honor military members and their families — the meal will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until food runs out. KFYR-TV
- ➤ The Budweiser Clydesdales have arrived for the North Dakota State Fair and are on display near the state fair center in Machinery Row—viewers can visit daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and the horses will join Saturday's parade. KFYR-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 92-year-old man named Rollin W. Rogness died after being struck at a 16th Street Southwest crosswalk in Minot on Saturday afternoon+ the SUV driver, 81-year-old Jean Marie Nelson, failed to yield as she turned south and was cited by police. Minot Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Minot's North Dakota State Fair, marking its 60th year, has added a new concrete walkway with a water fountain—upgraded lighting and self-serve kiosks, modern payment systems for food vendors, and free bussing to help ease traffic. The fair will kick off on Friday night with a Bailey Zimmerman concert and a flyover by B-52 bombers from Minot Air Force Base, and security upgrades will keep the event safe. Minot Daily News
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $4 million BUILD grant to Ward County for preliminary work on a new transportation corridor in southwest Minot. The grant will fund planning, environmental review and design for the corridors—an Outer Connector from U.S. Highways 2 and 52 to U.S. Highway 83 along County Roads 14 and 16 and an Inner Connector on 30th Street Southwest. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Minot’s new police chief Michael Frye was sworn in Monday at City Hall by acting mayor Mark Jantzer—he said he will support patrol officers and work to restore hope in the community. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Michael Frye was sworn in today as Minot's new police chief at a formal ceremony (local officials were present). He now leads the police department as it begins a new chapter in public service. KFYR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Prairie School's trap team competed on Sunday at the National Trap Championships in Michigan and placed third, with senior Brianna Helsene winning the women's division and senior Samual Abel finishing fifth — the team is made up of four seniors and one sophomore. They will compete next in Ohio and will be updated when they return. KFYR-TV
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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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