Souris Basin Planning Council

05/28/2026

📢 Now is the time to share your ideas – community input needed! The public is invited to attend the upcoming Open House series for the Minot Air Force Base & Missile Complex 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐔𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲.
✈️ This is a collaborative effort between the City of Minot, Minot Area Chamber EDC, and Minot AFB that will evaluate the relationship between the installation and surrounding communities to support long-term mission compatibility and identify risks, vulnerabilities, and interdependencies affecting installation readiness and community infrastructure.
🏠 Each open house will provide information on how the study supports the community, outline compatible development opportunities, and offer a chance for the public to share their thoughts and ideas.
📅 Open houses will be held from 5:30–7:30 PM on June 2 in Minot, June 3 in Mohall, and June 4 in New Town. See the graphic for more details or contact the Minot Area Chamber EDC at 701‑852‑6000.

05/27/2026

☕ From writing her first business plan at age 12 to opening 3 locations in a single year, Jaala Depreist has always chased her dreams. ✨ Balancing business, family, and a pandemic wasn’t easy. When it came time to secure the down payment on her kiosk, she needed something fast, flexible, and supportive of her specific needs.
When she reached out to Souris Basin Planning Council, she was looking for a resource she could trust and depend on. Our team connected with her quickly, assessed her options, and helped her secure what she needed within weeks so she could keep her dream growing.💛 Supporting entrepreneurs like Jaala as they pursue their goals is why we show up every day, with programs that match the pace of small business.
Learn more: sourisbasin.org/businessfinance
⭐ Featured: Jaala Depriest, owner of Magic Bean Brewing Co.
Mentioned: Rachael Walz, owner of The Foundry

05/26/2026

✨ This May marks two years since Erin Parker joined SBPC ! In that time, Erin has been instrumental in connecting rural communities with the resources and funding they need to grow, supporting leaders and entrepreneurs, and helping build vibrant places to live and work.
💪 He has also led and collaborated on projects such as the Regional Livestock Development and Planning initiative. As Project Lead, he helped guide activities in strategic planning and site analysis that now support investments in livestock production for North Dakota.
Thank you, Erin, for everything you've contributed to strengthening the region and supporting our organization as our Economic Development Project Specialist and Mountrail County JDA Administrator.
💬 Connect with our team: sourisbasin.org/about
🐄 Regional Livestock Project info: sourisbasin.org/projects/regional-livestock-development-and-planning-

05/26/2026

📫 Mountrail County residents, stay connected to the people, projects, and progress shaping your region. 👇

📰 Join a growing network of entrepreneurs and community members by subscribing to our Quarterly Newsletter. You’ll receive updates on funding opportunities, community projects and news, local business highlights, and more! 🔗 Subscribe: bit.ly/3O2Mxtp
👀 To preview our content before joining, check out our Q1 newsletter: growmountrail.com/so/43Ppditg6

05/14/2026

🚨🌾🐄 If you grow, raise, or produce food sold in ND, tomorrow is the last day to submit your input to the Local Foods Economic Impact Study!

𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗔𝗞𝗢𝗧𝗔 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗦 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗬
A broad coalition of partners is launching North Dakota’s first comprehensive study of local food’s economic impact — and your input is key.

The study aims to better understand the role of local food across production, processing and sales, helping guide future investment and support for rural communities and businesses.
If you’re involved in growing, raising or producing food sold in North Dakota, consider participating.

The survey is open through May 15: farrms.org/economicimpactstudy

05/12/2026

💰 The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is five-year effort to launch funding opportunities designed to support practical, locally driven solutions that help rural and tribal communities.
There are currently 8 available RHTP opportunities with May deadlines approaching:
- For a brief overview of the details, deadlines, and technical assistance options, click here: www.sourisbasin.org/so/ebPuTWGXh
- To view the full RHTP program page, where new opportunities and resources will be posted, click here: www.hhs.nd.gov/rural-health-transformation/funding

05/07/2026

⚙️ If you haven't heard about the innovations happening at 4R Farm Insights, the shared post below is a must-read! Mattie, we're so proud to have been able to work with you to support your business and your incredible contributions to our region.

04/24/2026

✨ Meet Braden Lindquist, SBPC's new Business Program Specialist! In his role, Braden will build and strengthen relationships with local businesses, lenders, and partners across the region to support our business development and lending programs.
💡 Braden brings something special to his role: real entrepreneurial experience! He has launched several businesses, from landscaping to sheep ranching to real estate. His background gives him an understanding of how to take a leap, navigate setbacks, and find connections and resources that help businesses grow.
🏠 Raised in Minot, Braden is passionate about the community he calls home, especially the supportive small business culture, recent downtown updates, and the close relationships that define rural North Dakota. When he’s not working, you’ll find him outdoors, on the softball field, or at local events. Welcome, Braden! 🎉

04/22/2026

⭐ Happy , Brandie!
Since 1952, today has recognized the people who keep organizations moving forward. At SBPC, that’s Brandie! She joined us in November as our Operations Coordinator and has been a dependable, positive force for our team and the region we serve. Thank you for your incredible work!

04/20/2026

⭐ In an effort to learn more about building youth capacity within non-profits, SBPC AmeriCorps State Leader Trey Burk and other North Dakota representatives attended America's Service Commissions National Service Training event in Dallas, Texas last week.
💡 These sessions included tools and resources for engaging youth in volunteer opportunities to help strengthen their communities.
"One of the best things you can do as a young person is to start volunteer work early. Not only will it build up your community, but it will also develop your social skills and work ethic and prepare you for the future." -Trey Burk