Good morning, Minot.

The Minot Area Chamber EDC’s Operation Homebound program has already booked nearly 70 airline tickets to help Minot Air Force Base airmen travel home for the holidays starting in November and continuing into December — more fundraising activities are planned to support the program.

Minot resident Clint Romesha is honored at the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas, with an island exhibit that displays his FFA jacket and uniform — items that trace his journey from military valor to civilian life.

He was also named co-grand marshal for the New York City Veterans Day Parade set for Tuesday, Nov. 11.

At the Souris Basin Planning Council meeting on Oct.

30 in Minot, panelists explained that large-scale livestock operations can join traditional farming methods to boost the local economy—state Sen. Paul Thomas and others noted that modern techniques and open communication may bring new economic opportunities.

Jacob Fannik, vice president of Risk Management at Town & Country Credit Union, earned the Certified Credit Union Enterprise Risk Professional designation from America’s Credit Unions and will use his decade of financial experience to support TCCU’s strategic growth.

The Class A and nine-man football quarterfinal games ended with hard plays and key moments that decided which teams advanced.

Coaches and players praised the game’s competitive spirit — many fans are eager for the semifinals.

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.

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.