Wednesday, September 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Public safety concerns about the high-risk South Prairie school intersection with U.S. Highway 83 lead to a planned meeting to find solutions. Minot Daily News
- ➤ A family in Minot expands their garlic farm, Two Toque Acres, to share the vegetable's health benefits and versatility with the community. KFYR-TV
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota is encouraging individuals seeking new career paths to consider weatherization jobs, offering competitive pay, training, and the opportunity to help low-income households through Community Action Agencies. Minot Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Roy, a five-month-old golden retriever therapy dog, brings joy and comfort to South Prairie School's students and staff, boosting morale and motivation. KFYR-TV
- ➤ The Region 2 Parent and Family Resource Center is starting a free online class series on Oct. 2 to teach parents how to help children manage strong emotions. Minot Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rainfall in Minot, N.D. pauses harvests but provides much-needed water for cattle at local farms like Aaseth Farm and Ranch. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Minot to enhance air quality monitoring with new devices funded by Xcel Energy amid concerns over wildfire smoke. Minot Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Minot city leaders unanimously approved using $3.6 million from the general fund for immediate tax relief and potentially future reductions, aiming to balance the city's budget more effectively. KFYR-TV
- ➤ The Minot City Council votes to keep traffic signals at a busy fairgrounds intersection, rejecting NDDOT's recommendation for removal. Minot Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Minot State's men's and women's hockey teams are ranked third in the ACHA pre-season polls, with the men starting their season in Saskatchewan and the women against Midland University. KFYR-TV
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The Badlands Express Live Music Performance
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Double D-Haw Breast Cancer Fundraiser
Experience a lively evening with a seafood boil, art auction, and street dance at Minot's premier breast cancer fundraiser, supporting local cancer initiatives.
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Atypical Trivia Night at Atypical Brewery
Experience a lively trivia competition with 40 questions across various categories at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks.
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NORDIC HOSTFEST 2024: Art and Culture Celebration in Minot, ND
Experience the artistry of Sven as he presents, paints, and signs books in the Copenhagen Hall during the NORSK HOSTFEST at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds.
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Trace Adkins Live in Concert
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Live Comedy Show Featuring Jay Leno
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Minot Farmers Market - Community Gathering
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Magic City TKO Boxing Event
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Military Mondays at The Spot
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