Good morning, Minot.

The North Dakota Highway Patrol identified Seth Parana—the driver of a 2021 Tesla Model Y—as the victim of an Aug.

2 crash on U.S. Highway 83 West Bypass when his car left the road near the Fourth Avenue Northwest overpass.

The mobile coffee cart 3andME opened a location in Gateway Mall today — offering a new spot for coffee lovers in Minot.

Minot State Associate Professor Dr. Jynette Larshus explained key issues in local politics during a recent interview—her analysis highlighted factors shaping the community's political landscape.

Mayor-elect Mark Jantzer won the special election with over 42% of the vote and will be sworn in as mayor at the council meeting on August 18 — his win leaves a council seat open that may spark a special election if a petition is filed.

He said his main tasks are to finish the budget cycle in 30 to 45 days and address key infrastructure needs such as refurbishing City Hall for police and moving the fire station.

Minot residents will be asked their thoughts this fall when the city’s community survey becomes available in mid- to late September, following approval on August 5 to hire OnPointe Insights for a $19,960 project expected to reach 800–1,500 people—local officials plan to share survey results by late October. In related news, the council approved a $335,000 flood buyout on West Central Avenue while rejecting two other properties, and the owner of the rejected properties may file a lawsuit.

Former Minnesota Twins player and coach Al Newman led a three-day baseball camp (his third year in Minot) sponsored by Minot Health Clinic this week at Jack Hoeven Park, where he taught proper throwing and catching with two hands to 60 young players (ages six to 14).

Minot State football started practice earlier this week as the Beavers aim for a historic season after posting their best record since 2010.

The team brings back redshirt senior quarterback Carson Chrisman and running back Evan Lovett—key leaders from last season—and will open with road games at Emporia State on Aug. 28 and Minnesota State the next weekend.

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.