New city manager, Harold Stewart, arrives in Minot
MINOT, N.D. – Minot’s new city manager spent his first few days on the job in getting acquainted with city government and its ongoing projects. Harold Stewart took over management duties Monday, settling into his office and meeting with city staff. A meet-and-greet was held…
Minot Blood Bank sees donor shortage
MINOT, N.D. – Blood banks across the nation are facing an urgent need for blood donors. A harsh flu season as well as coronavirus concerns has led to a decrease in the number eligible blood donors. Local blood bank Vitalant has had to adopt tougher…
Meet the candidates: Burke County Commission District 3
MINOT, N.D. – Your News Leader is featuring the candidates from Burke County Commission District 3: Jarret Vanberkom, from Powers Lake, and Keith Kallberg, from Stanley. Vanberkom and his wife own and operate the Country Store. Vanberkom wants to see the county be more responsible…
ACLU of North Dakota files Amicus Brief urging court to affirm rural roads are traditional public forums
N.D. – The American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU of North Dakota filed an amicus brief this week with the United States Court of Appeals for the Eight Circuit in Thunderhawk v. Kirchmeier, a case that challenges the government’s decision to close a public…
Minotauros swept by Kenai River in weekend homestand
MINOT, N.D. – The excitement was palpable at Pepsi Rink at Maysa Arena Friday and Saturday evening, as 936 fans in attendance made their voices heard for the Minotauros’ first game since New Year’s Eve. Coming off four consecutive losses, three to the Bismarck Bobcats,…
Man arrested for attempted murder in Minot shooting
MINOT, N.D. – Minot Police said a 31-year-old man suffered life-threatening gunshots wounds in a shooting Saturday evening, and a 32-year-old man was arrested on an attempted murder charge. Police said they responded to a northwest Minot residence for a report of a shooting at…
Routine National Guard hazmat training in Minot not related to the coronavirus
MINOT, N.D. – If you happen to find yourself on the north end of Minot, you may see some people wearing protective suits. Don’t worry, it has nothing to do with the coronavirus outbreak. In fact, it’s the 81st Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support…
Accidental shooting reported in Minot, one person injured
MINOT, N.D. – The Minot Police Department is investigating a report of an accidental shooting that occurred around 8:40 p.m. Thursday at a Northwest Minot address. The initial report indicates a male subject accidentally discharged a firearm, striking a family member. Police say the female…
Minot Municipal Court closure extended to Nov. 9 due to positive COVID case
MINOT, N.D. – The Minot Municipal Courthouse has been closed since the beginning of this week and was supposed to be back open Oct. 26. However the city of Minot just announced that they are extending that closure after an employee tested positive for COVID-19….
North Dakota Turns Beauty Workers Into Fugitives
N.D. – Fargo makeup artist Raven Dybedahl looks over her shoulders when she works, but only on the North Dakota side of the state line. When she crosses into Minnesota for bridal parties and other events, everything she does is legal. “I feel like I’m…
