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The First Ladies of Minot AFB
Schlabach and Lamarands at Minot State Fair Parade. Monica, Jimmy, Jesse, Lamarand’s daughter Eva, Nathalie. The Wing Command Spouse at any base has likely been a mil spouse for decades. They have been privy to many of the perks and downfalls of the military family lifestyle. They’ve been through a lot and have a lot of wisdom to share. Minot AFB is blessed to have not ONE, but TWO Wing Command Spouses. Although just meeting a few months ago, the two ladies have become fast friends and have plans for how to bring the base and their wings together.
Applications set to open for Salvation Army coat drive
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — While we still enjoying some summer weather, The Salvation Army is working to make sure that kids in our region stay warm once winter rolls around. The annual Salvation Army Coat Drive will begin taking applications for assistance starting September 3rd, with the deadline to apply on September 27th.
Vacation Bible School is Back!
Summer is over, and swimming outside will need to wait until next year, but there is something else that students can dive into…VBS! The kindergarteners and the 1st – 5th graders of the Minot Protestant Community on Minot AFB will have a chance to dive into a friendship with God at the SCUBA Vacation Bible School (VBS) on Saturday, September 7th. This free VBS is open to all the children of base families, no matter what their religious affiliation or church attendance.
Cramer Welcomes Air Force Under Secretary Melissa Dalton to Minot Air Force Base
U.S. Air Force Col. Jesse Lamarand, 5th Bomb Wing commander, City of Minot Mayor Tom Ross, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, Under Secretary of the U.S. Air Force Melissa Dalton, and U.S. Air Force Col. James Schlabach, 91st Missile Wing commander. Office of Kevin Cramer photo. MINOT, N.D. – Under Secretary...
Midwest music, books, breakfast at Minot’s Independent Music Festival this weekend
MINOT, N.D. (KMOT) - A festival that revolves around Midwest music and breakfast food is back for its fourth year in Minot. The Independent Music Festival is an all-weekend event featuring musicians from in and out of state. The event’s theme changes each year. Last year, it was Second...
FCS in the NFL: On Season-Opening Rosters, North Dakota State, South Dakota State Have the Most Players
Nearly 200 former FCS players will open the 2024 season on NFL rosters. National championship programs North Dakota State and South Dakota State lead the way as we break down which programs have the most players on season-opening rosters. North Dakota State once again leads FCS football programs in sending...
How to Watch Iowa State vs. North Dakota: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream – August 31, 2024
At 3:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, the North Dakota Fightin' Hawks play at the Iowa State Cyclones. Want to watch the matchup between the Cyclones and Fightin' Hawks? You can do so on Fox Sports 1. Keep up with college football all season on FOX Sports. Learn more about the...
Running Vehicle Starts Garage Fire on Lake Lida
Pelican Rapids, MN – At around 1:38 Friday afternoon (August 30th), the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of a structure fire on the north side of Lake Lida, northeast of Pelican Rapids. Upon arrival, the garage was fully engulfed in flames. The garage and...
Man Broke Into Multiple Ottertail Businesses, Now Paying Over $5,000 in Restitution
Ottertail, MN – A man involved in the burglary of multiple businesses has plead guilty in exchange for minimal prison time, but owes the businesses over $5,000. According to court documents, 22-year-old Alexander James Goeller of Blaine and three juveniles were involved in a string of break-ins that occurred on June 7th, 2023 in the City of Ottertail and Wadena. They had forced entry into the buildings and stole items worth multiple thousands of dollars, including a Ram Van. The following day, Goeller and his fellow suspects were part of a high speed chase in Mahnomen County, and were eventually detained, where they confessed to having broke into the four businesses.
Update: Biltmore Hotel, O’Kelly’s closing, building to be demolished
FARGO (KVRR) – A Fargo hotel and a neighboring bar & grill that’s been open for nearly 40 years will permanently close. The Biltmore Hotel & Suites and O’Kelly’s, at 3800 Main Ave. will close and the building will be razed. “As we reflect on the...
Red River Valley Fair to return to 10-day format, make changes
(WEST FARGO) — The Red River Valley Fair is making changes beginning next year. “You asked and we listened,” the fair posted on Facebook Friday morning. “The Red River Valley Fair is going back to a 10-day format from July 4th to July 13th, 2025, with lower admission prices and more affordable entertainment options!”
Couple charged with dealing fentanyl and endangering a child
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Bismarck Police said a Detroit man and a Bismarck woman are in custody and charged with dealing fentanyl and endangering a child. Officers said they found more than two thousand fentanyl pills in William Beverly and Jennifer Bowen-Davis’s Bismarck hotel room. Police said the couple’s...
Last chance for Summer Photo Submissions
One of the many photo entries from the Sensational Summer Photo Contest. Waylon Cooper Fishing on Lake Darling during Memorial Day. Submitted by Kristen Cooper- We have had 150 photo submissions in the 2024 Sensational Summer Photo Contest! But, we are going all the way until the unofficial end of Summer, Labor Day! So that means that you have a few more days to get those last summer photos summitted!
Brick Oven Minute: Cold Brew and Blueberry Banana Bread
BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Brick Oven Bakery has recently partnered with North Dakota Coffee Roastery, a 100% women-owned and led company based in Grand Forks. With their deep passion for coffee, North Dakota Coffee Roastery brings a rich, flavorful experience to the bakery’s delicious baked goods. “I am...
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