Congress to meet next week to validate election results
MINOT, N.D. – Next week, the two chambers of Congress will come together in a dual session to validate the results of the electoral college from the 2020 election. During the session, members of Congress can object the results of their states electoral votes, which…
First District Health Unit prepares to begin COVID-19 vaccinations
MINOT, N.D. – COVID-19 vaccination opportunities could be coming to Minot’s firefighters and police officers by mid-January, according to an update provided to the Minot City Council by First District Health Unit Monday. First District soon will be receiving 210 doses of the Moderna vaccine…
Minot has most homicides in North Dakota in 2020
MINOT, N.D. – Minot added two new homicides in just the month of December. Minot tops the charts with seven homicides this year, followed by Fargo with five. Bismarck police did not have any homicides in the city in 2020. With Minot having the most in the state, Police…
City of Minot helps residents with holiday trash
MINOT, N.D. – The City of Minot will be loosening certain restrictions to help residents dispose of their holiday trash. The city landfill will offer free dumping between Dec. 22 through Jan. 5. Residents who receive city services can drop off holiday trash free of…
Minot boys swim and dive HC Jake Solper
MINOT, N.D. – In 2020, the Minot High School boys swimming and diving team secured its 28th state title in school history and third consecutive state crown. This year, the state champions will not only have to navigate through a tough schedule within the Western…
Bus driver acquitted after train collision in southeastern North Dakota
N.D. – A judge has found a school bus driver not guilty of aggravated reckless driving for a crash with a train a year ago. 70-year-old Michael Skroch was charged following a lengthy investigation by the state patrol. A bus driven by Skroch, a long-time…
Lewis & Clark Elementary in Minot damaged by vehicle overnight
MINOT, N.D. – Minot Police said a vehicle driven by a 23-year-old man struck Lewis and Clark Elementary School in Minot around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday. Police said the crash was not immediately reported to law enforcement, and the vehicle was removed from the scene prior…
Missile squadron airmen start recycling program at Minot AFB
MINOT, N.D. – Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. These are some of the topics spoken about during an interview with two airmen about an initiative in its infancy at the 742nd Missile Squadron at Minot Air Force Base. Recycling has become a hot topic at the 742nd…
Rollout of vaccines for Minot first responders
MINOT, N.D. – Leadership with First District Health Unit said vaccines for rural emergency workers are currently scheduled for Dec. 30. Lisa Clute with First District said Monday that they will use the next shipment that’s tentatively slated to come in on Jan. 11 to…
Progress of ice rinks, ski trails in Minot
MINOT, N.D. – Minot’s Park District is getting things rolling with its outdoor facilities. Hockey players of all ages are hitting the ice at Polaris Park, Minot’s first rink to open. Staff said they hope to see more follow soon. “It’s always nice to have…
