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Jade Hastings Wins at Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, ND (July 26, 2024) — Jade Hastings won the Northern Outlaw Sprint Association feature Friday night at River Cities Speedway. Hastings moved up from third starting position for his third win of the 2024 season. Nick Omdahl, Weston Olson, Jack Croaker, and Adam Sobolik rounded out the top five.
‘Call before you dig!’ 811 Day at State Fair
MINOT, N.D. (KMOT) - Call before you dig! That’s the message from 811 Day on Friday at the State Fair. Whether you are a homeowner or a professional excavator, N.D. One Call said 811 is the number to call if you plan to do some digging. Officials said calling...
Phenomenist Michael Mezmer brings magic to the State Fair
MINOT, N.D. (KMOT) - Swallowing razor blades and catching bullets are some of the cutting-edge magic tricks and illusions brought to the State Fair this year. Award-winning magician and phenomenist Michael Mezmer has performed all over the world and even with Michael Jackson. He also performs at Universal Studios and...
Mandan family vacationing in Canada’s Jasper National Park forced to evacuate before wildfire reached the town
JASPER, Alberta (KFYR) - North Dakota has been experiencing wildfire smoke for the past week, but imagine being closer to the fires. A local family was vacationing in the Canadian Rockies’ largest national park when multiple wildfires sent around 25,000 visitors and residents fleeing Monday night. Erica and Corey...
The Emerald Threat on the Horizon: City of Bismarck Readies Its EAB Response
In February 2023 the City of Moorhead’s Forestry Department found Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) larvae during its winter tree pruning. At the time of the February 2023 discovery, 36 states and the District of Columbia had found EAB in their borders. Moorhead’s discovery of this invasive Asian beetle marked...
SWAT Team snipers must always be ready
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - The standard issue firearm for WEST Dakota SWAT snipers is a Bergara .308 rifle. These rifles are equipped for day and night observation and magnification, and when able, snipers will use a platform to help stabilize their shot. While a tactical advantage is important, controlled breathing...
Hoeven expanding Space Development Agency satellite mission at GFAFB
(KNOX) – U.S. Senator John Hoeven today announced that he is working to expand the Space Development Agency (SDA) satellite mission at the Grand Forks Air Force Base. Hoeven made the announcement with SDA Director Dr. Derek Tournear while reviewing progress on the facilities being developed at the Grand Forks Air Force Base for the SDA’s low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite mission, which will serve as the backbone for all U.S. military communications. The priorities Hoeven is working to advance include:
NATIONAL DAY CALENDAR: National Aunt and Uncle’s Day
BISMARCK, N.D. (KXNET) — Aunts and uncles often play a unique and cherished role in our lives, offering support, wisdom, and a different perspective. In many cultures, they are considered second parents, holding a special place of honor. They are deeply involved in the upbringing of their nieces and nephews, reinforcing family bonds and traditions. […]
Boats line up early for Cats Incredible
(KNOX) – Dozens of anglers lined up at 6:30 this morning to back their boats into the Red River for the 2024 Cats Incredible fishing tournament in East Grand Forks. Tournament director Paul Hansen told KNOX that more than 65 teams are signed up for two days of trolling for catfish.
Minot maintainers compete in inaugural mission generation competition
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The 5th Maintenance Group held its inaugural Mission Generation Competition here, July 17. The Mission Generation Competition is a high-intensity event designed to enhance team dynamics and provide rigorous training for worldwide deterrence. This event aims to demonstrate and evaluate proficiencies by incorporating urgency and fostering spirited competition among various units.
Operation Homefront: Back to School Supplies Brigade
On Aug. 9, 2024, the Minot Air Force Base School Liaison Office will lead and partner with national nonprofit Operation Homefront to host their annual Back to School Brigade at the Minot AFB Youth Center. The event offers free resources and support to military connected families as children are heading back to school, which can be a hectic (and expensive) time of year.
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