On This Day | A Quarter a Day for Public Education
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The Minot city schools opened Tuesday with an attendance of approximately 3,200. It costs approximately $800 a day to educate our boys and girls or about 25 cents a day for each student. Minot has a fine school system. It costs a large sum of money to operate our schools annually, but we are getting value received for every dollar expended.
— September 10, 1936 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
That same .25 per day would cost about $5.77 2025… and it would cover a little more than lunch. And while we debate what we should pay for education, let’s not forget to ask what ignorance will cost us, too. Hopefully our education and attention span are strong enough to get us to the answer to both.

Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Social & Networking
Book Club @Atypical
Tuesday, September 16th
Join Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks for a unique Book Club experience on Tuesday, September 16th, where you can dive into engaging discussions while enjoying award-winning barrel-aged beers. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of literature and craft brews in downtown Minot! #BookClub #CraftBeer #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Geen Boots & Penumbra LIVE! @Atypical
Friday, September 12th
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music as Green Boots and Penumbra rock the stage at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on September 12th! Celebrate the end of summer with award-winning craft beer and tunes from these talented Bismarck bands. #BismarckBands #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Activities & Events
Sound of Independence @IndependenceInc
Thursday, September 11th
Join us for REMIX: The Sound of Independence on September 11th at Citizens Alley, Downtown Minot, as we celebrate 30 years of breaking barriers with live music and community spirit. Don’t miss this free event in collaboration with the Minot Area Council of the Arts! #IndependenceInc #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Atypical’s Annual Hoptoberfest @Atypical
Saturday, September 20th
Get ready for Atypical’s Annual Hoptoberfest on September 20th in Downtown Minot, featuring live music by the dynamic Anonymous Phenomenon and delicious bites from Wurst Case Scenario. Enjoy a night filled with funk, soul, and Oktoberfest vibes at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. #Hoptoberfest #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
Mama Mac’s Kitchen @Atypical
Thursday, September 18th
Savor the flavors of Mama Mac’s Kitchen at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in downtown Minot on Thursday, September 18th. Indulge in award-winning beers, live music, and mouthwatering food truck delights. #FoodTruckFun #LocalBrews #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Anonymous Phenomenon LIVE! @Atypical
Saturday, September 20th
Experience an unforgettable night of live music, craft beer, and Oktoberfest vibes at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on September 20th with Anonymous Phenomenon, a dynamic collective of Bismarck/Mandan musicians. Enjoy a unique blend of Funk, Soul, R&B, and Reggae, along with delicious brats from Wurst Case Scenario. #LiveMusicMinot #OktoberfestVibes #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, September 16th
Get ready to hit the pavement with Draft Joggers on Tuesday, September 16th, starting at Atypical Brewery in downtown Minot. Enjoy a group run followed by a refreshing pint and great company—everyone is welcome! #RunAndSip #CommunityRun #SavorMinot
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