Bids were higher than expected, so they will be put out again for a second go around, this time in three phases taking place over the next three summers.
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New Town Schools will Screen Students for Tuberculosis
Following a student's diagnosis with the illness, other students and staff members will be offered a State-funded test. Tuberculosis is a potentially serious infectious disease that affects the lungs.
ND Chief Justice Addresses Legislature, Asks for More Judges & Staff
Chief Justice Gerald VandWalle spoke before the Legislature on Wednesday. The message: we need more help in the form of people. VandeWalle called for four new judges and 15 additional staff members to help, particularly in oil-impacted counties.
New Position For City of Minot
The City of Minot may soon be looking for a planning director. The proposed new position would responsible for working with pre-established businesses along with developing a long-term comprehensive growth plan.
Minot Woman Pursues American Idol Dreams
Relocating from Las Vegas to Minot wasn't enough to slow down Vanessa Melvin's music ambitions. The Minot Air Force Base resident is a competitor on this season's American Idol.
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Minot Competing for Significant Federal Funds
The City of Minot's Finance Committee approved using 2015 Sales tax dollars towards competing in the U.S. Housing and Urban Development's Disaster Resiliency Competition. Up for grabs are portions of a billion dollars that is being made available to disaster impacted communities.
2 Men Charged for Possession of Over 4 Lbs. of Heroin
A routine traffic stop led to a major drug bust on I-94. The officer noticed suspicious behavior and ordered a search of the car. The find -- 4.5 pounds of heroin worth approximately $2.5 million.
Minot Christmas Tree Disposal
Just a helpful reminder from KMOT on what you should do to get rid of your tree.
Drug Smuggling Illegal Immigrants Rounded Up in McKenzie & Williams Counties
It started with a vehicle crash; it ended with cross-country pursuit where two of the suspects were caught. A third suspect was later caught near Williston. Get the full story from KMOT News.
Granville Ice Fishing Tournament…
Granville's 20th Annual Ice Fishing Tournament recently wrapped up at Buffalo Lodge Lake. The weather was nice, the cause was good, and the event sounds like it was a rousing success. Fish were also caught.
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Coyote Population on the Rise
The ND Dept. of Agriculture estimates they take $1,000,000 worth livestock every year, and biologists say they are a resilient species... unaffected by man's encroachment. The good news, there are hunters who want to help solve the problem.
Bishop Ryan Embraces the Spirit of the Season
Students at Bishop Ryan High have figured out what this Christmas thing is all about and both students and staffed teamed up and competed to raise money for the Minot Area Homeless Coalition.
Watch Out: Signs of Financial Abuse
Forgery, scams, and financial abuse are on the rise, and it's often the elderly who fall victim. Check out this short segment from KMOT News to learn what to watch for.
Downtown Infrastructure Bids Come in High
Initial bids for the large-scale project that will replace water, sewer, and other essential infrastructure came in higher than expected. The City is currently evaluating those bids and will decide whether to accept one or rebid shortly.
Bismarck High Dance Team Loses $12,000 to Embezzlement
Just a reminder that with our clubs and organizations, one of our first priorities should be managing the finances in such a way so as to eliminate the temptation.
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Minot Citizens Gather to Discuss HUD Dollars
Minot citizens met Tuesday evening to discuss ideas and help City leaders begin forming an application plan for nearly a billion dollars in Federal disaster recovery money.