Good morning, Minot.

17-year-old William Lester is the superintendent of the All Seasons Arena at the ND State Fair Center in Minot—he started the job at 15 and now works full time during the summer while planning to return on weekends once school resumes.

He handles tasks like sweeping floors, locking doors, and taking out the garbage for events such as Hostfest and iMagicon.

A fire broke out at the Deering fertilizer storage plant today & firefighters are working to control the blaze as officials investigate its cause.

Sea Lion Splash returns for a second year at the ND State Fair as sea lions Lily and Kitty perform free stage shows featuring smiling, waving, handstands and back flips while trainers explain ocean pollution and the difference between seals and sea lions.

They perform at Stage 7 (1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.) daily for fans to enjoy.

The Brass Band of Minot received $3,350 from the North Dakota Council on the Arts to support its performances under the Fiscal Year 2026 Community Arts Access program — the award is part of the first round funding for fifteen groups with projects scheduled from July 1 to June 30.

A site analysis in the Minot region found 2,275 locations may suit smaller livestock operations and 541 may suit larger ones—local officials say the study will guide zoning and infrastructure investments to support family farms.

North Dakota Health and Human Services is asking the public to review a draft amendment to its Medicaid 1915(c) waiver that supports in-home and community services for older adults and those with physical disabilities — the changes include rate increases and updated provider rules — and comments must be submitted by Aug. 21.

FOMO 10/40 Creamery will host Vanilla Ice Cream Day and Lemon Day as part of its Food at Four series—an event for local residents to try unique treats.

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.

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.

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.

Hot Tots Movie Night

9:30-11:00 p.m. — Corbett Field — Free entry — Enjoy a classic baseball movie under the stars as summer comes to a close.