Thursday, December 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Minot. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The CPKC Holiday Train will visit Minot and three other communities on Tuesday to hold live shows and collect donations for local food banks. Minot Daily News
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Minot State University's Dakota Hall, a historic residence due to be demolished, served varied community and campus roles from WWII to the COVID-19 pandemic. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Minot State University and Lake Region State College have renewed their agreement, ensuring Lake Region nursing graduates a guaranteed spot in Minot State's BSN program to meet the demand for highly educated nurses. KFYR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota launches the 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign, increasing patrols from Dec. 13 to Jan. 31, 2025, to prevent alcohol-related crashes. Minot Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Minot residents now have free access to a Narcan box for immediate aid in opioid-related emergencies, established through the 'Mya’s Mission' initiative to combat substance use disorder. KFYR-TV
- ➤ The USDA is asking raw milk producers to test for avian flu following over 280 confirmed cases in cattle, focusing on prevention and safety in the dairy industry. KFYR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Despite a strong performance from the bench, the Minot State University women's basketball team lost to the Mary Marauders with a score of 89-69. Minot Daily News
- ➤ The Minot State University Beavers men's hockey team is set to compete in Arizona, playing three games in three days against the University of Arizona and Grand Canyon University, following a victorious two-game sweep over in-state rival, University of Jamestown. Minot Daily News
- ➤ Minot State University's track and field season starts with a new school record in the women's 60-meter dash by Summer Krebsbach and victories in both men's and women’s events. Minot Daily News
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Tournament of Champions Hockey Competition
The Tournament of Champions is a competitive hockey tournament held in Minot, ND, featuring a 5x5 format.
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Holiday Magic Celebration
Enjoy a festive evening filled with classic holiday music and performances from local choirs at Ann Nicole Nelson Hall.
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Holosomatic Yoga at Spirits & Twigs
This yoga event focuses on building a relationship with your inner wisdom through guided movements and includes elements like sound baths and group reiki.
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