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  • Why the high-profile Minot Christmas Eve shooting trial is delayed again
  • How will Minot's massive sewer line replacement affect you?
  • What new low-cost health services can Minot residents get now?

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📰 News we're reading

1. Daniel Breijo Murder Trial Delayed Again Nearly Three Years After Minot Shooting (mydakotan.com) — Minot residents following the high-profile Christmas Eve 2023 shooting case will see more delays, as the murder trial of Daniel Breijo has been postponed again with no new date set. The case, involving a fatal shooting at a Minot apartment and complex evidence disputes, now hinges on further court rulings and whether an impartial Ward County jury can be seated.
   

2. Minot crews replacing wastewater pipe under fairgrounds (kxnet.com) — A major wastewater pipe that carries about 60% of Minot's sewage is being replaced under the fairgrounds' east parking lot along 4th Ave NE, using a low-disruption lining method. Crews are cleaning the 40-year-old line, inspecting it by camera, and expect minimal traffic impacts, with work wrapping up by mid-October and the new pipe designed to last for decades.
   

3. More health care options now available at First District Health Unit (kxnet.com) — Residents in the Minot area now have more affordable health care options at First District Health Unit, including rapid strep tests, screenings, and body composition scans. The clinic has also reinstated its specialized foot-care program, focusing on people with diabetes, neuropathy, or mobility issues, and currently has openings for appointments.
   

4. City announces CDBG grant availability (minotdailynews.com) — Minot organizations now have a chance to tap more than $538,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant funds for housing and public facility projects that benefit low- and moderate-income residents. Nonprofits, developers, and other eligible groups must apply by Oct. 9, with the city prioritizing job creation, diverse housing options, and supportive services for residents in poverty.
   

5. Des Lacs-Burlington junior Layne Rupert redefines the high school grind (kxnet.com) — A Des Lacs-Burlington junior is building a lawn care business that serves nearly 30 properties across the Minot and Burlington area while balancing football and school. With 4:30 a.m. workouts, practices, and a solid GPA, he's drawing attention from coaches and customers alike, showing what disciplined local teens are accomplishing right now.
   

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