Good morning, Minot.

The Military & Family Readiness Center is bringing Operation Heroes back to Minot AFB Youth Center on Saturday, Sept.

12, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., where kids will experience military demonstrations and hands-on simulations. Families must register by Friday (registration closes Sept. 4) to secure one of 160 available slots.

The Civil Air Patrol Magic City Squadron will host an Open House on Tuesday, Sept.

8 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Minot Armed Forces Reserve Center (3420 2nd Street NE, Suite 2), where visitors can explore displays and learn how CAP cadets honor veterans and build leadership skills.

Minot native Derek Olson has returned home after launching Grain and Thunder, his production company, and winning a Telly Award for his live-action sitcom (Millennial Taekwondo Tortoises).

He is now filming a new ensemble comedy, B.O.G., with local actors.

Science teacher JoAnn Schapp of Nedrose was named Teacher of the Year by the Air & Space Forces Association David C.

Jones Chapter 135 in Minot today. She received a classroom grant during a school gathering where students gave a standing ovation — marking her 36 years of teaching STEM.

Local ranchers are struggling as two months of hot, dry weather reduce water in stock dams and harm grazing fields, and state officials offer financial aid but warn that contractor shortages may delay well drilling + farmers hope for steady rain.

State environmental officials warned that blue-green algae was found in northern lakes including Lake Darling in Renville County, Buffalo Lodge Lake in McHenry County and the Epping-Springbrook Dam in Williams County ahead of Labor Day weekend, and they advised residents to avoid contact with these waters.

The 91st Missile Security Operations Squadron was named September’s Squadron of the Month after its standout performance at the ARROW validation course at Camp Guernsey, Wyoming + the unit’s Convoy and Tactical Response Forces are training continually to secure strategic assets.

Minot North's varsity team rallied to win 35-20 on Aug.

28 after Williston scored early. The Sentinels used deep rotations and a determined drive to secure their first home victory, with senior Leon Holzer scoring a key touchdown (a defining moment in their comeback).