Good morning, Minot.

The remains of WWII veteran Irvin C.

Ellingson, who went missing in April 1945, will be returned to his hometown in Dahlen after the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency made his final identification this summer.

Families joined the North Pole Stroll on Saturday, Dec.

6 at Minot Air Force Base — a 91st Missile Wing event that featured airmen from the 54th Helicopter Squadron and a decorated Defender Dome for arts, crafts, food, and games.

MHA Nation is hosting the grand opening of its Thrill and Chill Family Entertainment Center today at 4:30 p.m. at 102 College Dr. — the intersection of College Drive and N.D.

Highway 23. The event includes speeches, a ribbon cutting and free game cards for the first 100 youths.

An Oregon man is asking for help solving the mystery behind an old belt buckle he bought in the 90s when he found an engraving referencing Lehr (North Dakota).

Joseph Treadway hopes to trace its history and return it to the original owner.

Basin Electric Power Cooperative and NextEra Energy Resources signed an MOU to explore a combined-cycle natural gas facility that will support a planned multi-gigawatt data center campus.

Governor Kelly Armstrong said the project will create jobs and boost technology investment in the region.

North Dakota farmers reliant on ACA subsidies will face a 75% rise in insurance costs when aid expires in December + Farmers Union Insurance is advising plan adjustments ahead of the union convention this weekend.

On Dec. 2, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Chad Bickley visited Minot Air Force Base to speak with airmen about workplace supply needs + address concerns.

He met with Col. Tiffany Arnold and Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Anderson to listen to unit feedback.

Minot International Airport reopened its runway after icy conditions closed it Tuesday morning+ a few flights were canceled and delayed so travelers checked with their airlines for updates.

During a winter storm that left about 4,500 homes without power, local residents are advised to follow USDA guidelines to keep perishable food safe; a full freezer stays cold for 48 hours while a closed refrigerator keeps food safe for up to four hours.

DRIVE Band Live Performance

9:30-11:30 p.m. — The Original Bar and Nightclub — Cover charge information not specified — Enjoy a vibrant night of live music with DRIVE in the heart of Minot.