Today in Minot | Apr 5, 2024

Today is Friday, April 5th. The sun will rise on the 17th day of spring, and the 96th day of the year at 7:13 AM. We will see 13 hours 9 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:22 PM.

Currently we have clear, chilly weather. The temperature is 31 degrees. The wind is 8 mph out of the Southeast. With wind and humidity factored, it feels like 23 degrees. Today, we are expecting cloudy and mild weather. The temperature will reach a high of 59°F with winds 20 mph out of the Southeast.

On This Day

On this day in 1955, Winston Churchill resigned as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. His leadership during World War II and his powerful oratory made him one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.

Born & Died: Booker T. Washington, (Born, 1856) African American educator, author, and advisor to presidents, Gregory Peck, (Born, 1916) American actor known for his roles in “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “Roman Holiday”, Agnetha Fältskog, (Born, 1950) Swedish singer and member of the pop group ABBA, Pharrell Williams, (Born, 1973) American singer, songwriter, and producer, Colin Powell, (Born, 1937) American statesman and retired four-star general in the United States Army, Spencer Tracy, (Died, 1967) American actor known for his roles in “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” and “Adam’s Rib”, Bette Davis, (Died, 1989) American actress known for her roles in “All About Eve” and “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?”,

Today is: National Go For Broke Day,First Contact Day,National Flash Drive Day,National Deep Dish Pizza Day,National Nebraska Day,National Raisin And Spice Bar Day,Gold Star Spouses Day,National Read A Road Map Day,National Caramel Day

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Today’s Happenings!

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Monthly Features

Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt @MagicCityHoagies

Monday, April 1st — Tuesday, April 30th

Dive into the flavors of downtown Minot this April with Magic City Hoagies’ mouth-watering Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt, our Hoagie of the Month! Experience the perfect blend of chipotle seasoned chicken, pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch, all pressed with a Parm crust. #HoagieHeaven #FlavorExplosion #SavorMinot

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Live Music!

Guitars on the Green @WhiskeyNine

Friday, April 5th

Kick off your weekend with a swing at Whiskey Nine’s Guitars on the Green this Friday, April 5th in downtown Minot! Enjoy an evening of live music by local talent Lila Farden, gourmet food, cocktails, and golf in our cozy downstairs bar. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot

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Monthly Features

Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip & The Hawaiian @OTV

Monday, April 1st — Tuesday, April 30th

Dive into April’s mouthwatering specials at Off The Vine in Downtown Minot – the Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip and The Hawaiian are flavors you’ll want to experience more than once! 🍍🥓 #WineAndDine #TapasTreats #SavorMinot

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Specials & Sales

Freaky Friday! @BudgetMusic

Friday, April 5th

Dive into the unexpected this Freaky Friday at Budget Music & Video! Bring your finds to the counter on April 5th to uncover surprise discounts on your favorite tunes and flicks. #FreakyFriday #ShopLocal #SavorMinot

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Weekly Features

Weekly Features @PrairieSkyBreads

Wednesday, April 3rd — Sunday, April 7th

Dive into the flavors of downtown Minot this week at Prairie Sky Breads! From our Chicken Artichoke special to our signature salads and toasts, there’s something to delight everyone. #DowntownDelights #PrairieSkyBreads #SavorMinot

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Weekly Features

This Week’s Soups @SchatzCrossroads

Monday, April 1st — Sunday, April 7th

Warm up your week with a different hearty soup every day at Schatz Crossroads in South Minot, from April 1st to April 7th! Dive into deliciousness and make your way to the truck stop for a taste that’s sure to delight. 🍲 #HeartySoups #WarmUpWithUs #SavorMinot

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Weekly Features

Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads

Monday, April 1st — Saturday, April 6th

Dive into deliciousness with Schatz Crossroads’ Lunch Specials happening April 1st – 6th in Minot! Two unique specials kick off daily at 11:00 am until sold out – don’t miss out on the comfort food magic at the Truck Stop. #SchatzComfortFood #MinotEats #SavorMinot

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Happy Hour

Happy Hour with a View! @1685

Wednesday, April 3rd — Saturday, April 6th

Experience a unique Happy Hour with a view at 1685 in South Minot, from April 3rd to 6th, where the winter scenery is breathtaking and the menu, featuring Pho Fries and Buffalo Pimento Dip, promises to warm you up. Join us Wednesdays through Saturdays all winter for flavors that fight the frost. #HappyHourHeaven #WinterWarmers #SavorMinot

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