Ascend Wellness MBS

06/04/2026

Thank you for sharing!! We love our studio community!! ❤️❤️

06/04/2026

✨ Reposting one of our favorite simple, gut-friendly snacks! ✨

If you’re looking for a nourishing sweet treat, try crisp apple slices dipped in sun butter, topped with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of cinnamon. 🍏🍯 It’s simple, delicious, and a great option while supporting your wellness journey.

A friendly reminder that healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated. Small, sustainable choices can make a big difference over time. 🌿

At Ascend Wellness MBS, we’re passionate about helping you find realistic ways to support your health and feel your best.

👇 What meal, snack, or favorite comfort food would you like to see a healthier alternative for next?

06/03/2026

🤍 A Celebration of Melinda Howe, CRNA, FNP-C, APRN 🤍

As many of you know and many more have had the privilege of experiencing firsthand our owner and founder, Melinda Howe, CRNA, FNP-C, APRN, has dedicated her life to helping make our community in Minot and beyond healthier, happier, and more connected.

Born and raised in Minot and trained at Mayo Clinic, Melinda is a double board-certified provider whose passion for healing reaches far beyond the walls of our clinic. Whether she’s caring for patients, mentoring staff, supporting local businesses, comforting someone through a difficult season, or simply offering a listening ear, she pours her heart into everything she does.

She believes healthcare should be more than treating symptoms it should be about seeing the whole person. Through functional medicine, ketamine therapy, hormone optimization, IV nutrition, wellness services, and compassionate patient advocacy, she has helped countless individuals find hope, healing, and a path forward.

But what truly makes Melinda special isn’t her credentials its her heart. She goes above and beyond, spreading love, kindness, and encouragement wherever she can. She is a shining light who helps guide others through some of their darkest moments, often putting the needs of others before her own.

Today, we’d love to celebrate her.

✨ Comment below with your favorite memory of Melinda, a story about how she has impacted your life, or a message of gratitude. Let’s fill this post with the love and appreciation she so freely gives to others every day.

Thank you, Melinda, for your unwavering dedication, your compassion, your leadership, and the difference you make in so many lives. We are endlessly grateful for you. 🤍

06/01/2026

✨ Introducing Fatty15 at Ascend Wellness MBS ✨

Meet Fatty15 an innovative C15:0 essential fatty acid supplement designed to support your cells from the inside out. This science-backed nutrient helps strengthen cell membranes and supports metabolic, heart, liver, and overall cellular health.

As the first essential fatty acid discovered in over 90 years, Fatty15 is changing the conversation around longevity and wellness by helping your body function at its strongest foundation: the cell.

If you’re looking to support healthy aging, energy, resilience, and whole-body wellness, Fatty15 is now available at Ascend Wellness MBS 🤍

Stop in to learn more and see if Fatty15 is the right addition to your wellness routine.

06/01/2026

✨ We’re already at the end of Jessica’s 3-week Hot Power Sculpt series! 🔥

Join us as we wrap things up with a special Citizens Alley Yoga with Jessica DuPuis, ending with an invigorating cold plunge experience ❄️🧘‍♀️

This is the perfect way to celebrate all the strength, sweat, and growth from the past three weeks together.

☀️ Weather permitting — if rain makes an appearance, class will be moved into the studio.

Come flow, reset, and finish this series strong with us 🤍

06/01/2026

✨ ASCEND WELLNESS FIT STUDIO SCHEDULE ✨

A new week to move, reset, and reconnect 🤍

We’re so excited to welcome Abby Sokolinski to our FIT Studio community!

Join Abby for:

🧘 Kundalini Yoga
Wednesdays + Fridays | 8:00 AM

🌿 Dosha Balancing Yoga
Fridays | 9:20 AM

And flow into your evening with:

🌙 Gentle Yoga with Janae
Wednesdays | 6:30 PM

Whether you’re stepping onto the mat to build strength, find balance, or create space to breathe, we’re here to support your wellness journey.

Book your classes now in the Ascend Wellness FIT Studio app ✨

05/29/2026

✨ ONE DAY ONLY — Wednesday, June 17th ✨

We’re partnering with New Beginnings Imaging & Consulting to bring advanced ultrasound services to Ascend Wellness Fit Studio 🤍

A convenient, one-day opportunity to prioritize your health—right here in Minot.

No provider order needed:
• Breast Screening Ultrasound

Provider order required for:
• Pelvic Ultrasound (including transvaginal)
• Infertility / Follicle Tracking
• Abdominal Ultrasound
• Thyroid Ultrasound
• Carotid Ultrasound
• Venous Ultrasound (DVT studies)
• Small Parts Imaging (testicular, soft tissue)

✨ All studies are interpreted by a board-certified radiologist

📍 Location: Ascend Wellness Fit Studio
📍 2 Main St S Ste 115, Minot, ND
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 17th
⚡ Limited spots available

📲 Book your appointment by scanning the QR code
or visit: https://newbeginningsimaging.com/book/

Your health. Your time. Your place 🤍

05/28/2026

Tonight!

The Dakotan City Council & Mayoral Debate is officially set!

Join us for an important night in Minot as The Dakotan brings together the candidates for a live Mayoral and City Council Debate.

We’re also proud to announce that we are teaming up again with K-Hits 106 • Minot, ND • 106.9 FM to help bring the debate to even more people. The debate will be available live on The Dakotan pages and live on air with K-Hits @ 106.9 FM.

📍 Location: Central Campus, Downtown Minot
📅 Date: May 28, 2026
🚪 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
🎤 Debate Begins: 6:30 PM
📺 Live on The Dakotan
📻 On Air with K-Hits 106.9 FM

This is an opportunity for voters to hear directly from the candidates, compare their visions for Minot, and stay informed ahead of Election Day.

Mayoral Candidates:
Mark Jantzer
Josiah Roise

City Council Candidates:
Isaiah Keller
David Wiley
Joan Hawbaker
L. John MacMartin
Nicole Brasfield
Eric Locken
Stephen Podrygula

Have a question you want asked? Scan the QR code on the debate graphic to submit questions for the candidates.

A special thank you to our sponsors and partners helping make this event possible:

VoHo Builders Minot
Magic City Hoagies & Sweets
Grain & Thunder Media Company
Ascend Wellness
Arny’s 2.0 / Off the Vine
Northern Plains Massage
K-Hits 106

05/18/2026

New week. New chances to move your body, clear your mind, and show up for yourself ✨
From hot flows to strength, sculpt, barre, and Pilates — there’s a space for you here. Grab your spot on the app and let’s move together 🤍

05/18/2026

Your weekly reminder that movement doesn’t have to be punishment — it can be healing, empowering, sweaty, fun, and something you actually look forward to 💫
Check out this week’s schedule and come take a class with us at the studio!