On This Day | Aiming For 100%
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According to Sig Olness, Ward County chairman for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, the organization is shooting for 100% polio protection in Ward County by December 1 of this year. Mr. Olness pointed out that since the Foundation undertook to furnish vaccine in February, 7407 individual shots have been administered in Ward County by the Health Unit. In order to check the number of school children in the county who have receive their polio shots, a survey is being conducted in the schools; it is the objective of the Foundation to urge those not yet immunized to take advantage of the polio shots available to them.
— October 16, 1958 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
What would possibly inspire parents to instantly trust a vaccine? That notion is now preposterous… but if you lived with the fear of your child getting polio, a vaccine was the most welcome news to date. This was approximately 3.5 years after the release of the Salk vaccine.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Play & Participate
Halloween Hike @FortStevenson
Friday, October 24th — Saturday, October 25th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park for a spine-tingling Halloween Hike on October 24th and 25th, featuring a decorated trail full of spooky surprises. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages, this evening adventure starts at 7 PM from the Visitor Center. #HalloweenHike #FortStevenson #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Danny Savage – One Man Band @BlueRider
Friday, October 24th
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Danny Savage, the one-man band, at Blue Rider on Friday, October 24th! Enjoy live music, cold beer, and stiff drinks with no cover charge. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
In Theaters
50th Anniversary of Rocky Horror Picture Show MisfitsOfMinot
Friday, October 17th
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rocky Horror Picture Show with Misfits of Minot this Friday, October 17th! Enjoy an unforgettable evening of fun, props, and the iconic Time Warp dance—grab your tickets now! #RockyHorror50 #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Desperate Electric LIVE! @Atypical
Sunday, October 26th
Get ready for a Sunday Funday at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks with Desperate Electric rocking the stage on October 26th as part of their Wildfire Season Tour! Enjoy great music, barrel-aged beer, and food trucks in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Faith Kelly & Caswyn Moon @BlueRider
Tuesday, October 21st
Catch the captivating duo, Faith Kelly & Caswyn Moon, as they bring their original tunes from the Catskills to Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Tuesday, October 21st. Enjoy a night of live music at your favorite dive bar with stiff drinks and free popcorn. #LiveMusic #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Seasonal Sales & Celebrations
Record Store Day Black Friday 2025 @BudgetMusic
Friday, November 28th — Friday, November 28th
Get ready for Record Store Day Black Friday 2025 at Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot! Discover exclusive releases and make your requests by October 14th to ensure you get your favorite titles. #RecordStoreDay #BlackFridayDeals #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
St. Olaf Orchestra @MSUPerformingArts
Sunday, October 19th
Experience the renowned St. Olaf Orchestra, led by Chung Park, as they bring their rich tradition and passionate performance to Ann Nicole Nelson Hall at Minot State University on Sunday, October 19 at 7 p.m. Don’t miss this chance to witness one of the finest collegiate orchestras during their 2025 Fall Tour. #MinotEvents #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
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