Crystal Kwaw
Reporter
Minot
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I grew up in Omaha, NE, and graduated from the University of Omaha, NE, in May 2022. The reason I chose journalism is because of my ever-persistent curiosity and taste for adventure!
In my free time, I enjoy sight-seeing, reading, writing and watching more media.
I'm excited to spend the next chapter of my life here in Minot!
You can contact Crystal at: crystal.kwaw@kmot.com
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Ely Elementary School in Rugby continues to fundraise for a 17,000 square foot renovation.
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Harley Davidson is celebrating its 120th anniversary for motorcyclists.
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Meals on Wheels is having its March on Wheels campaign this month.
Updated: 21 hours ago
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Hospitals were short on healthcare professionals during the pandemic, and leadership at the Heart of America Medical Center in Rugby says it continues to plague them, three years later.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 9:34 PM CDT
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Jorden Laducer, one of the co-executive directors of Magic City Equality, said the bills are discriminatory against those who identify as LGBTQ+.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 8:11 PM CDT
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The costs of adaptive medical equipment can be pricey. Wheelchairs range from $5,000 to $15,000.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 8:08 PM CDT
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Scott Skokos added the Dakota Resource Council is working on expanding electric transportation throughout the state.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 7:49 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Janet Anderson said some of the legislative issues about libraries this session did small play a part in her decision to move away from the public setting.
Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 9:25 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
The committee’s recommendation will be taken to the city council meeting next for approval.
Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 9:17 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Jaycee Schnaible will be skating as Ursula in this Disney-themed figure skating show called “Once Upon a Castle.”
Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 7:27 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Your News Leader reached out to the Minot Railroad Museum to see if there’s been a spike in interest in the history of derailments.
Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 7:18 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change recommends fossil fuel production decrease by two-thirds by 2035 — that’s according to a report from the Associated Press.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2023 at 8:27 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Robert Farrington, founder of The College Investor, said that’s because workers without degrees often do more labor-intensive blue-collar jobs.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 4:53 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Roughly 100 kids will go to Utah for Western Nationals and Eastern Nationals in Kentucky.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 4:48 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
College graduates on average make $1.2 million more throughout their work careers than those without a college degree, according to findings from APLU.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 9:31 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
More than 280 baskets were arranged by Minot vespers and all the squadrons at Minot Air Force Base.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 9:27 PM CDT
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Camping outside in our current weather is not ideal with wind chills below zero, but some people find a way to enjoy it.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 9:24 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Peer support groups for people with brain injuries, physical or intellectual disabilities are available.
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 5:25 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Jon Lakoduk wanted to move his business inside the Regency Event Center. The issue raised questions about the city's liquor licensing process.
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 3:44 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
In order for communities within Ward County to stay eligible for federal funding, county officials are working on updating their multi-hazard mitigation plan.
Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 9:37 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Senior Airman Kyleigh Lewis of the 5th Security Squadron had her daughter in the middle of last year. She was used to borrowing empty offices when lactation rooms were too far away or in a building that was unavailable.
Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 9:41 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Calving in winter can be challenging for our state’s ranchers, and weather conditions can often determine the outcome of the health of a calf.
Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 9:33 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
Des Lacs Farmer, Amanda Kopp said the moisture has been good for topsoil but the ground is still frozen.
Updated: Mar. 12, 2023 at 4:13 PM CDT
|By Crystal Kwaw
If you’re visiting Canada for only a few weeks, a valid passport is required but not a tourist visa if you’re staying under 180 days.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 5:02 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Minot Public Works tractors have been moving rocks and boulders near Minot’s water treatment plant.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 4:57 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
A blizzard warning has been issued for the Minot area, and the snow removal equipment is ready.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 8:08 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
The upgrade will cost around $4,000 per siren, a price some cities around Minot can’t afford. Ward County has about 30 sirens.
Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 10:12 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
On top of testing the waters of these products, people can check out adventure packs for stargazing, hiking and birdwatching, similar to Dora’s backpack.
Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 10:04 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
As prices increase, people may be looking for new ways to stretch their dollars. One potential way to save money is on your shoes.
Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 8:36 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
They are accepting nominees now until 4 p.m. Friday, March 10. Winners will receive awards at the Grand Hotel on Monday, March 27.
Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 8:33 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
When some people retire, they don’t take another step in their workplace again. Other times, they return regularly. Your News Leader spotlights a retired children’s librarian who keeps giving back.
Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 7:16 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Superintendent Dr. Mark Vollmer said both revamped high schools will house up to 1,200 students each.
Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 7:10 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Kevin Kading said birds and other animals need a place for nesting and to be able to raise their young.
Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 6:45 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
County Commission Chair John Fjeldahl said expanding the highway to four lanes would be safer for trucks and other drivers, especially during bad weather.
Updated: Mar. 4, 2023 at 8:29 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
As it currently stands in Senate Bill 2360, any written or visual depiction of sexually explicit content inappropriate for minors shouldn’t be available in public libraries and businesses.
Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 9:35 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
As basketball teams from schools across the state take over the MSU Dome, another team, the Golden K Kiwanis Club, positions roughly 25 of its members around the dome.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 9:27 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Area chefs competed to find out who made the best chili, as part of Independence, Inc.'s seventh annual Chili Bowl.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 5:56 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Minot Central Campus was one of several schools across North Dakota targeted by anonymous swatters, and police took action.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 5:43 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Minot Police Department partnered with Trinity health two years ago to run random drug tests on police officers.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 1:43 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Although Airman 1st Class Cedric Amoranto was wearing the tourniquet, he bled enough to cover his entire uniform with blood by the time he got to the hospital.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 8:33 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Zookeeper Emily Clauson said animals that are unaccustomed to cold weather are kept in a heated barn.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 8:30 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
The Minot Area Homeless Coalition and the Salvation Army came to the KMOT studios Wednesday, March 1 to collect the food and other supplies that the Minot community donated during our Have a Heart food drive.
Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 9:23 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Bill Haas said his department is promoting the cultivation of abundant wildlife habitats for deer, so they can rummage through that instead of looking for food on farmer’s plots.
Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 6:52 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Money raised from the event goes to the American Indian Cancer Foundation and other local cancer programs.
Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 8:16 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
The town of Stanley doesn’t have an economic and development employee, and that’s where the commercial club comes in.
Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 8:05 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
About a month ago, Stanley Elementary got the news they would receive a $75,000 grant for being within the top five to ten percent of high-achieving Title I schools in North Dakota.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 11:11 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Dakota College at Bottineau closed Old Main in 2006 after a century of education, but it will soon see new life, as renovations begin this spring.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 3:19 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
The man charged with murder in a fatal shooting outside a Minot bar Dec. 30 pleaded not guilty Friday.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 9:12 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Minot community leaders and postal service officials came together Thursday with one of our U.S. Senators to discuss ways to improve delivery.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 9:04 PM CST
|By Crystal Kwaw
Seventy-five kids from 12 school districts across Ward County competed for a chance to go to the state bee.
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