Good morning, Minot.

Local business managers raised $13,000 on Sept.

27 to support USA Patriots/Wounded Warriors camp that sends children with amputations and a parent to a week-long camp—this fundraiser has raised $111,000 in eight years.

YouTube TV will drop stations KFYR, KMOT, KQCD and KUMV from its service starting October 1 due to a dispute between NBC and Google — the stations advise that viewers use antennas or other providers until a deal is reached.

Grants from the North Dakota Council on the Arts awarded nearly $60,000 expanded art education at schools and nonprofits across the state, supporting projects such as digital design tools for Rugby High School and portable art for classrooms by the Taube Museum of Art in Minot—with additional funds aiding programs in Williston and Bismarck.

The N.D. Game and Fish Department found zebra mussels in Smishek Lake, 80 miles northwest of Minot.

Emergency rules go into effect immediately to stop their spread — visitors are urged to follow state cleaning procedures after visiting any water body.

Rob Keller of ESGR explained to the Minot Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee that his group supported employers when military members deployed by offering guidance on rights and laws—helping businesses manage worker transitions effectively.

He said ESGR volunteers and certificates of support eased the process for employers and service members.

Engineers held a public meeting in Velva on Sept 29 to discuss design options for four-laning U.S. Highway 52 from near Minot to Voltaire.

The study—now in Phase II—will take public comments until Oct 15 and plans to select project alternatives in March before moving to final design and right-of-way planning, with construction expected to start in 2027 or 2028 if funding is provided.

FEMA awarded nearly $3 million to Mountrail-Williams Electric Cooperative for repairs after last year's wildfires damaged utility poles — powerline conductors — and electrical components.

North Dakota congressmen had asked President Biden for the funding to help restore the damaged systems.

The U.S. Senate is expected to vote soon on a policy change that could revert 58,000 acres of public lands to older management guidelines—raising concerns among conservationists that such a move would weaken wildlife habitat and Missouri River water quality protections established after extensive local input.

On Monday, local veterans and experts met at the Rural Suicide Prevention Symposium to discuss mental health support and share personal losses from suicide—Mayor Mark Jantzer declared today Rural Veteran Suicide Prevention Day.

Organizers plan to host a similar event next year with a virtual option to reach more community members.

North Dakota lawmakers will soon decide how to spend federal dollars for rural health from the Big, Beautiful Bill as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program — the state will receive at least $100 million each year.

Lawmakers plan to form a legislative committee to guide spending on behavioral health access and workforce development while applications are due by Nov. 5.

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.