Good morning, Minot.

The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association honored the Crighton Ranch as the 2025 Rancher of the Year on Sept.

26 at its 96th Annual Convention and Trade Show in Minot, recognizing the cow-calf operation in Hay Draw along the Little Missouri River managed by David Lee, Nancy Crighton and daughter Nikki Winter + marking 40 years of NDSA membership.

Members of the Accordion Club played traditional Scandinavian tunes at Norsk Hostfest last Friday, Sept.

26—filling the hall with lively polkas and waltzes and drawing many dancing visitors who value their cultural heritage.

The final day of Norsk Hostfest featured a lively lutefisk eating contest at Oslo Hall at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

27—contestants cheered as Frode Tilden of Fargo won first place and Heather Donelan of St. Paul finished second while both received prizes from Olsen Fish Company.

Joe Junglas and Cindy Semmens married at Oslo Hall inside Norsk Hostfest on Sept 27—40 invited guests and many festival-goers watched the ceremony.

They met online and plan to celebrate each year by returning in their wedding clothes.

Minot North seniors Kinzy Welstad, Emersyn Kopp, and Ally Larson are set to compete in the two-day Class A girls golf state tournament at Fargo Country Club today — marking their final tournament as a team after a season of record-setting performances.

Coach Michael DeLorme said the team aims for a top-five finish from the West Region as they enjoy their last tournament together.

Minot State earned their first win of the season on September 27 when they beat Bemidji State 28-21—giving them their first win over the team after 19 losses and featuring key turnovers and strong running plays.

Midwest MonsterCon 2025

Oct 3-4 — Minot Municipal Auditorium — $10 — Experience the ultimate horror convention with spooky panels, unique vendors, and eerie fun.

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.

St. Olaf Orchestra Concert

7-9 p.m. — Ann Nicole Nelson Hall — Tickets available — Experience the rich sounds of a renowned collegiate orchestra during their Fall Tour.