On This Day | Considering a Change in Government
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Mr. Hallett said the city manager plan was first tried out in 1910. Today there are 430 cities in the United States that have adopted this form of government. The trouble with the old form of city government is that aldermen or commissioners are usually chosen on account of their popularity and not because of any special qualifications. Private business, if run in the same manner, would soon be on the rocks, he said.
— September 8, 1932 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
The form and manner of government has been fluid throughout Minot’s history, and it’s often in moments of difficulty, turmoil, or change that we evidence of a ‘reset’ take shape. Here is some evidence of that. And here is the newspaper pointing it out.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Food Truck Spots
Wurst Case Scenario @Atypical
Saturday, September 20th
Join Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in downtown Minot on Saturday, September 20th, for Hoptoberfest, featuring gourmet bratwursts from Wurst Case Scenario and live music by Anonymous Phenomenon. Celebrate with award-winning barrel-aged beers and immerse yourself in the Oktoberfest spirit! #Hoptoberfest #LocalFlavor #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
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!
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
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