Good morning, Minot.

Emma Wedar joined Town and Country Credit Union as a marketing specialist—she is a Minot native and recent UND graduate—and brings hands-on experience in social media strategy, brand development, and community engagement to lead marketing initiatives and local events.

The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission reported that eight commercial airports set a record with 122,238 passenger boardings in July—Minot accounted for 17,360, marking an increase from last year.

All airports recorded growth, reflecting continued strength in the state’s air travel network.

North Dakota Farm Bureau announced the hiring of Megan Gross as northwest field representative—she grew up near Napoleon on a farm that raises a commercial spring calving herd and grows corn, wheat and soybeans, and she will support leadership development for members in Divide, Williams, Burke, Mountrail, Renville, Ward, McLean, Sheridan, Bottineau, McHenry, Rolette and Pierce counties.

AARP will offer a Smart Driver Safety Course at the Minot Commission on Aging on Thursday, Sept.

4 from noon—4 p.m., where participants will learn research-based strategies to stay safe on the road. After completing the course, drivers may qualify for a multi-year discount on auto insurance and can register by calling Brian at 471-7845.

Researchers from the University of Minnesota found that wakesurfing boats can disturb lake sediments by releasing nutrients that may lead to algal growth and make it hard for fish to find food.

They advise boat operators to use surf mode only in waters deeper than 20 feet — a recommendation that could affect future regulations.

Minot International Airport TSA is offering enrollment and renewal of TSA PreCheck membership next month with in-person appointments available from Sept.

9—12 for $76.75. Eligible applicants include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and lawful permanent residents.

On August 19, staff from U.S. Rep. Julie Fedorchak's office visited Minot AFB and received a briefing on the base's strategic mission from Air Force Col. Jesse Lamarand and Col. Jimmy Schlabach—clarifying key operations at the installation.

Dakota Hope Clinic in Minot is expanding its services with new wellness offerings, sports physicals, fertility education and adoption support—aimed at meeting rising regional needs.

The clinic will share these changes and request volunteers at free banquets in Minot on Sept. 15—and in Tioga on Sept. 16 and Bottineau on Sept. 22.

Minot State University’s Climbing Club was revived last spring when coordinator Benjamin Bagwell and students restarted the club, which now meets weekly and competes in events in Fargo and Rapid City.

The club plans future events such as a Headlamp Night Climb — offering climbers both new and experienced a welcoming space to grow their skills.

Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar

September 7th – October 6th — Magic City Sweets Ice Cream & Gourmet Sandwiches — Check out the coolest build your own hard scoop ice cream experience downtown with retro arcade games!

Bjøro Håland Concert

3-5 p.m. — North Dakota State Fair Center — Get Tickets — Celebrate the return of Norwegian country music legend Bjøro Håland for his 36th performance at Høstfest.