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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Minot Planet Fitness is temporarily closed because of a fire suppression system issue—company representatives said vendors are repairing the system and the gym will reopen next week. KFYR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota leaders reacted to the fatal shooting of political leader Charlie Kirk, who died Wednesday at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University—Gov. Kelly Armstrong ordered all flags to be flown at half-staff through Sept. 14—in honor of Kirk. KFYR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Minot State University’s Gordon B. Olson Library unveiled a unique collection of Dante Alighieri’s 'The Divine Comedy' donated by former faculty member Dr. David Bradley on Sept. 10 — the collection includes 75 complete copies in translations from seven languages and a rare set printed in the 1770s. The library displays part of the donation in an antique case acquired with Bradley’s funds and contributions from the Advancement Office — interested viewers can arrange a viewing with a $500 deposit. Minot Daily News
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ South African workers using the H-2A visa program helped fill a labor gap near McKenzie when they built a shed to store fertilizer yesterday, leaving behind a tough job market at home with strict hiring laws—high unemployment drives their move to work in North Dakota. They now fill essential roles as local farms need extra hands. KFYR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today the Minot Public School Board will meet at 5 p.m. at the Minot Area Workforce Academy to review an Enrollment Report, discuss the 2025-26 budget and conduct the second reading of the 2025 tax levy— a public budget hearing is set to begin at 5:30 p.m. Board meetings are open to the public while executive sessions remain closed. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Dakota College at Bottineau was recognized as a top nursing program in North Dakota with a 100% passing rate for LPN and RN students last year—placing it among the state’s top three—while its application cycle runs from December to March. KFYR-TV
- ➤ North Dakota teachers question AI's effects on student learning as schools prepare for fall with new lesson plans and a local framework in place. English teacher Laura Haugen Christensen from Fargo said discussions on intellectual property and data privacy are needed (with over eight in 10 educators now using AI tools). Minot Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews are finishing the Puppy Dog Coulee project near Dakota Square Mall where they are replacing old metal culverts—over 40 years old—and installing new stop signs near Target; work is expected to finish before holiday shopping season. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Airmen from the 5th Bomb Wing wrapped up Warbird Week from Sept. 2—8 at Minot Air Force Base to test their ability to generate combat airpower and respond to emergencies. Lt. Col. Connor Klein said the exercises improved decision-making during tests that included simulated alert procedures, a drone event, and an unauthorized base entry. Minot Daily News
- ➤ The 3rd St NE bridge will close to all vehicle traffic starting Tuesday, Sept. 16 and will remain closed for up to four weeks—crews will replace LED luminaires, seal deck and expansion joints, and repair spalling concrete on pier 4. City of Minot
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blue Cross Blue Shield ND extends its suicide prevention drive—Strike Out the Stigma—by partnering with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and state baseball teams, having held 390 events and reached 1,000 people. The organization will continue its work beyond September by sharing its message at hockey games. KFYR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior golfer Kinzy Welstad of Minot North won the first three West Region invites and earned a top-five finish in every event, and she will compete next in Bismarck on Monday and Tuesday plus then in the Class A state tournament beginning Monday, Sept. 29 at Fargo Country Club. Her strong play is raising the profile of the school's golf program. KFYR-TV
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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.
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Norsk Høstfest Cultural Festival
9:00 – 10:30 AM — North Dakota State Fair Center — Tickets available — Experience the rich heritage of Scandinavia through food, music, and artisan crafts.
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Norsk Høstfest
9:00 – 10:30 AM — North Dakota State Fair Center — Admission fee may apply — Experience a vibrant celebration of Scandinavian culture with entertainment, cuisine, and artisan crafts.
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Midwest MonsterCon 2025
Oct 3-4 — Minot Municipal Auditorium — $10 — Experience the ultimate horror convention with spooky panels, unique vendors, and eerie fun.
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Dakota Flea Market
8 AM – 4 PM — North Dakota State Fair Center — Entry fee may apply — Discover over 200 vendor tables filled with antiques, crafts, collectibles, and more.
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