Good morning, Minot.

Minot Area Chamber EDC and the Military Spouses Club partnered in a cookie drive to lift airmen spirits at Minot Air Force Base by delivering about 10,000 treats to roughly 1,000 service members.

The initiative (with packaging decorated by local elementary students) has brightened holidays for over 20 years.

On Dec. 4, the Operation Homebound fundraiser raised $31,235 to help Minot Air Force Base airmen return home for the holidays—one of the most successful efforts supported by local business owner Chad Thompson, with hundreds dining and donating.

Work crews re-raised the downtown Christmas tree Wednesday morning, Dec.

17 after high winds knocked it over on Tuesday, Dec. 16.

North Dakota is preparing the Rural Health Transformation Fund to boost care in rural areas.

Residents, including public school superintendent Cassidy Lyngaas in Wing—who drives 90 minutes for a doctor—hope the $500 million investment will cut travel times and help recruit local providers.

After discovering his receipt was partially eaten by Wally the dachshund, a local worker shows that smart meal planning can ease rising food costs—tips include a bread pudding recipe and advice to avoid food waste.

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.