Faith Hatton
Reporter
Minot
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Faith Hatton is a North Carolinian who after graduating from Appalachian State University in her hometown of Boone, in 2019 relocated to Minot North Dakota.
Before becoming a Journalist with KMOT Faith worked as an intern for her Universities’ own TV station APP TV, the logo of which has made many a guest appearances in her stories during the COVID-19 pandemic.
You may see Faith out and about in Minot and the surrounding areas or every night at ten as a Co- Anchor on The Evening Report.
Born in the mountains, and relocating to North Dakota, she says the winters are comparable and nothing she hasn’t seen before.
Faith loves the beach and says her favorite thing about North Dakota are the people, meeting farmers and the many cows.
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Preparations are already being made for next year’s fair starting with a whole new concert lineup.
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North Dakota continues to see drought conditions across the state, the North Dakota Water Education Foundation is taking time to teach people about how water effects all aspects of North Dakota life.
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With this year’s fair also comes a fair favorite, guests are invited to watch some of the toughest bulls and broncs around take on the finest riders from across the state, country and globe.
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After facing cancellations of events last year, both large and small, vendors at this year’s state fair said they are glad to be back.
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Guests at the fair are invited to go back in time at the Fur Traders Rendezvous located on the north side of the fair grounds.
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As you’re walking through the livestock expos at the fair you may want to check out a performance that pays homage to old school fair entertainment.
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Last year the community lost two if its biggest attractions, the state fair and Norsk Høstfest.
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The North Dakota State Parade is almost here, coming up this Saturday, July 24 in Minot, and drivers can expect to see road closures throughout the morning.
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The amount awarded included expenses from the city to complete the parking structures and unpaid rent during construction.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is investing more than $300 million in COVID-19 funds to small rural hospitals across the country, including those in North Dakota.
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Dakota College at Bottineau has a new educational and food resource available to students and the community as they've officially planted their community orchard on campus.
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Some key parts of the town of Kenmare are in need of major improvements, and the surrounding community can now give feedback on how they should be fixed.
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The deadline for the first round of funds is Aug. 16.
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The candidates for a Surrey special election discussed the city’s ongoing issues and how they would help to create a path forward for the town.
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Residents have organized a meet and greet town hall event that will take place Thursday, July 15, at 7:00 p.m. at the Surrey Senior Center.
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To help residents monitor the smoke and stay safe, the state Department of Environmental Quality offers an Air Quality Index.
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Minot police have identified the victim in a July 11 fatal shooting as 29-year-old Arnalyn Repalam, of Minot.
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Leadership in Rolette County is working with local law enforcement to improve coverage of their service area and help current officers avoid burnout.
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Starting July 13, the market will be open on Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. as well as Thursdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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The courts have set bond at $2.5 million for a man accused of fatally shooting a woman in Minot Sunday and then fleeing from police.
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More than 120 organizations have partnered with the nonprofit to anonymously collect data including past and personal experiences with human trafficking from employees.
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Some breaking news in a death investigation Friday in Minot—a person of interest in the case now has warrants out for murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
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Two suspects in a burglary of a Minot jewelry store last week are in custody in Devils Lake.
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Four North Dakota educators have been selected as finalists for the 2022 State teacher of the year award, including a teacher from the Magic City.
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The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality is asking residents to report developing signs of harmful algae blooms that have been appearing in lakes across the state.
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North Dakota received a part of more than $25 billion in federal funds given to the states to provide emergency rental assistance.
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Registration for some events is required and the event schedule is subject to change.
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The Minot Fireworks Association is still a go to have their annual fireworks show this Sunday.
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After having to cancel last year due to COVID-19, the Mighty Thomas Carnival has returned for its third year in the Turtle Mountains.
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The new building will allow the district to divide students by grade and create standalone elementary, middle and high schools.
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The council cites excessively dry conditions and high winds increasing the chance for fires as the reason for the ban.
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Minot Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspects in an overnight burglary of a jewelry store.
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Lyman will be bringing nearly 20 years of expertise in community marketing, public relations and communications to his new role.
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The tribal accepted the resignation of now-former District One Representative Nathan “Puma” Davis during a council meeting.
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Import delays, increased shipping costs and last-minute deliveries are some of the issues store owners said are standing between stock and the shelves.
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Minot Police have identified a person of interest they believe to have direct knowledge concerning a homicide investigation following the death of 33-year-old Dominique Kelly of Minot.
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Organizers said this year’s event will allow kids to explore machines including cranes, fire trucks and even a helicopter.
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Organizers also gathered Saturday morning to celebrate the completion of the Napa Valley and Forest Road phases of the flood protection project.
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As the fourth of July gets closer, the city of Minot can still expect to see fireworks at the state fairgrounds, for now.
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Minot police said they have found a stolen vehicle sought after in connection with an ongoing homicide investigation.
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The Minot Vet Center offers no cost counseling for combat veterans and military sexual trauma survivors.
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The Divide County Historical Society announced earlier this month that the 52 Annual Threshing Bee will go on this year as scheduled, despite border closures continuing through late July.
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Ten years ago, at this time, the Roosevelt Park Zoo along with most of the City of Minot was completely underwater.
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Over the past decade since the 2011 flood, Minot residents are finding various ways to take care of destroyed pieces of property.
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Minot police have identified the remains of a victim found in a burning car earlier this month as 33-year-old Domonique Kelly of Minot.
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As the state continues to bounce back from the pandemic, hospitals are returning to regular operations, the need for blood across the state is at an all-time high.
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Residents can fill out their service agreements online or print them out and return them signed to the Transfer Station office.
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The first of three days of events started earlier Friday evening.
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The Minot State University Summer Theatre program is welcoming back audiences to a world of pure imagination for the opening show of their 56th season.