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Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cadets from the Civil Air Patrol Magic City Composite Squadron visited local shops to hang posters for Wreaths Across America—local business owners welcomed the effort by supporting plans to lay live balsam wreaths on veterans' graves at Rosehill Memorial Park Cemetery this holiday season. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Minot emergency shelters are getting ready for cold weather as the Men’s Winter Refuge opens today for up to 12 men who meet strict criteria while Youthworks continues to serve youth even though its adult program is full. Officials ask for help with hot meal shifts and note that Youthworks will hold a resource event on November 15 — offering more information about available services. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Souris Valley Animal Shelter will host its annual spaghetti fundraiser—Spay’ghetti & No Balls Dinner + Pet Fashion Show—on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Sleep Inn & Suites Conference Center in Minot, and proceeds will support the shelter’s Spay-it-Forward Discount Voucher Program to help low-income families afford spay and neuter surgeries. Minot Daily News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A drone company from North Dakota met with a congressional delegation in Washington this week to discuss using unmanned vehicles for energy inspections—agriculture inspections and testing flights beyond visual line of sight. iSight Drone Services operates in 47 states and aims to increase its work in Minnesota. KFYR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Samuelson House at Pioneer Village, donated to the Ward County Historical Society in 1970 and built in 1909, has undergone a major exterior restoration led by Sheldon Albertson with a volunteer and paid team—workers replaced window glazing, refinished siding, and repaired weathered wood. The restored house now displays many historical artifacts from the Samuelson family, drawing visitors who appreciate its local heritage. Minot Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Minot's proposed North Central Grocery and Food Hub Initiative will pilot new ways for rural grocers and local producers to work together—cutting costs and expanding markets. The project has received a $12.6 million grant from the Bush Foundation and will address issues from local grocery closures to serve the community. Minot Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota State University's North Central Research Extension Center in Minot will host a Cattle Backgrounding Program on Nov. 6 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.—the free event will give beef producers timely research and tools to decide if backgrounding calves fits their operation. Minot Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The North Dakota Industrial Commission approved $500,000 in grant funding — boosting Wellspring Hydro’s project to extract lithium from Bakken produced water. Field tests in June showed a 96% extraction rate — and the company expects a commercial unit to start operating early next year. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Panelists at a meeting on Oct. 30 in Minot said that foreign talent can help ease the workforce shortage if local leaders plan for jobs, housing, and support systems—organizations like CATCH and the Global Talent Office stressed that integrating newcomers with English training is vital. Minot Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Free assistance is available during the open enrollment period from today through Jan 15 for those enrolling or re-enrolling in a Marketplace health plan — staff at Northland Health Center in Minot and the MSU Navigator program provide help, including free translation services. Individuals are encouraged to log into their Marketplace account soon after today to review changes to premium tax credits before selecting a plan. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Sanford staff brightened the pediatric unit by decorating it with Halloween-themed decor and offering fun activities for young patients—creating a festive environment during spooky season. KFYR-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local Minot family mourns their beloved daughter November, who passed away at the end of September after enjoying her cherished sleepover movie marathons with the family. She fulfilled a long-held wish to be Ghost Spider for Halloween—an act that keeps her memory alive in their daily traditions. Minot Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Minot North Sentinels won 20-6 over Grand Forks Red River Roughriders on Oct 31 in the Division AA State Quarterfinal—key plays by Christian Deadmond and Evan Berg helped secure the victory. They will face Central Cass at home in the NDHSAA Division AA Semifinals on Nov 7. Minot Daily News
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Dashing Through The Snow 5K Run
12-2 p.m. — Minot — Registration required — Experience a festive 5K run and family fun walk amidst holiday cheer.
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Magic City Turkey Trot
9 a.m. — Dakota Bark Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a festive fun run or walk to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations.
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