On This Day | Saturday, January 11th
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On this day in 1908, U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt declared the Grand Canyon a national monument, recognizing its natural beauty and significance and paving the way for its designation as a national park in 1919.
On this day in 1922, insulin was first used to treat a human patient, a 14-year-old boy with diabetes, marking a breakthrough in the treatment of the disease and saving countless lives.
On this day in 1964, U.S. Surgeon General Luther Terry released the first report on the health risks of smoking, linking it to lung cancer and heart disease, and leading to significant public health campaigns and changes in tobacco regulation.
Born & Died: Alexander Hamilton, (Born, 1755) Founding Father of the United States and first Secretary of the Treasury, Thomas Hardy, (Died, 1928) English novelist and poet known for works like “Tess of the d’Urbervilles,” Mary J. Blige, (Born, 1971) American singer-songwriter and actress known as the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul,” Naomi Judd, (Born, 1946) American country music singer and part of the duo The Judds, Carl David Anderson, (Died, 1991) American physicist and Nobel laureate known for discovering the positron, Lal Bahadur Shastri, (Died, 1966) Second Prime Minister of India, Clarence Clemons, (Born, 1942) American saxophonist known for his work with Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band.
Today in Minot History
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Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun!
Live Music!
Greenboots @BlueRider
Saturday, January 25th
Get ready to rock with Greenboots at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, January 25th! Enjoy a night of heavy rock music, stiff drinks, and free popcorn with no cover charge. #LiveMusic #RockOn #SavorMinot
Live Music!
MOONCATS @BlueRider
Thursday, January 16th
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Blue Rider with MOONCATS taking the stage on January 16th! Enjoy cold beer, free popcorn, and stiff drinks while soaking in live music in downtown Minot’s favorite dive bar. #LiveMusic #Mooncats #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Ready for an OK time? @BlueRider
Thursday, January 16th
Join Blue Rider for a perfectly average but fun Thursday night with free nachos and live accordion tunes before the MOONCATS hit the stage on January 16th. Dive into downtown Minot for good times and free music! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Severio Mancieri @BlueRider
Saturday, January 18th
Catch Severio Mancieri live at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, January 18th! Enjoy a night of stiff drinks and free popcorn while experiencing the guitar magic of this regional troubadour. #LiveMusic #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
Soup it Up 2025! @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, February 22nd
Mark your calendars for Soup it Up 2025 at the Taube Museum of Art on February 22nd, where you can savor a variety of soups and participate in a silent auction. Join fellow food lovers in downtown Minot for this tasty fundraiser and vote for your favorite soup! #SoupItUp2025 #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Full Flower Moon Fairy Hike @FortStevenson
Friday, May 9th — Saturday, May 10th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park for the Full Flower Moon Fairy Hike on May 9th-10th and experience a magical evening adventure under the stars. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages, this hike is part of the park’s exciting Evening Hike Series. #NatureAdventure #EveningHike #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
10 Cent Beer Night @BlueRider
Wednesday, June 4th
Get ready for a night of nostalgia and unbeatable deals at Blue Rider’s 5th Annual Tribute to 10 Cent Beer Night this Wednesday, June 4th, in downtown Minot! Doors open at 4:00 PM, so bring your dimes and enjoy the fun at North Dakota’s favorite dive bar. #CheapDrinks #BlueRider #SavorMinot
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