MINOT, ND (KXNET) — There are six new faces taking to the streets of North Dakota, all ready to serve and protect their community. On Monday, the Minot Police Department officially welcomed six new officers during a swearing-in ceremony at City Hall.

Aaron Hardy, Justin Loudermilk, Andrew Mathieson, Aaron Moss, Ryan Ostrum, and Wyatt Smith each received their badges, marking the start of their careers with the department. Police Chief Michael Frye says the ceremony isn't just a formality; it's a symbol of trust and a welcome into Minot's law enforcement family.

"For the city, it means that we're building our force and we're increasing the numbers," Frye said. "But for us personally, we're gaining new family members, we're gaining new colleagues and providing citizen protectors. This grou

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