On This Day | Council Debates Road Widths
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The council passed on on first reading an ordinance repealing a 40 year old ordinance limiting paving widths to 30 feet. The old ordinance came to light as the result of a protest by residents on Ninth Street Northwest to a new paving project with a width of 36 feet. The street runs dead end into a steep hill and residents see no need for such a wide street.
— June 25, 1959 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
It’s not a headline grabbing topic, but few things have shaped Minot and other communities more significantly than the seemingly mundane decision about road widths. And for every foot we pave, we pay. And we pay three times and forever. First in loss of productive land. Second in building the road. Third in maintenance. We’ve yet to see when that maintenance may end.
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Live Music!
Morgan Harr @BlueRider
Friday, June 27th
Experience the soulful sounds of Morgan Wade Harr as he makes his Minot debut at The Blue Rider on Friday, June 27th. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy his raw, honest outlaw country tunes in the heart of downtown. #LiveMusic #OutlawCountry #SavorMinot
In Theaters
One Strange Night @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, July 8th — Sunday, July 13th
Experience a whirlwind of comedy and chaos at MSU Summer Theatre with “One Strange Night,” running from July 8th to 13th in Minot. Join James Nelling as he navigates mistaken identities and hilarious mishaps for an unforgettable evening of laughter. #ComedyNight #MinotTheatre #SavorMinot
In Theaters
The SpongeBob Musical @MSUSummerTheatre
Wednesday, July 23rd — Saturday, July 26th
Dive into the underwater adventure with “The SpongeBob Musical” at MSU Summer Theatre in Minot, where SpongeBob and friends are on a mission to save Bikini Bottom from a volcanic eruption. Don’t miss this vibrant show featuring music by David Bowie, Lady A, and more, from July 23rd to 26th. #TheSpongeBobMusical #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
St. Patrick Swayze Day @BlueRider
Saturday, August 16th
Join the fun at Blue Rider’s St. Patrick Swayze Day on August 16th and celebrate with themed specials, merchandise, and non-stop hits from Dirty Dancing and Roadhouse. Don’t miss the chance to relive the magic of Swayze in downtown Minot! #SwayzeCelebration #DanceTheNightAway #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Doc Elliot @BlueRider
Saturday, July 26th
Join us at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot on July 26th at 9:00 pm for an unforgettable night of country music with Doc Elliot, who brings his Texas charm and captivating tunes to the stage. Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a lively atmosphere that will have you dancing all night long! #DiveBarVibes #LiveCountryMusic #SavorMinot
Live Music!
REVERSE COVER NIGHT w/ New Age Phonograph @BlueRider
Tuesday, July 15th
Join us at Blue Rider on Tuesday, July 15th, for a unique Reverse Cover Night with New Age Phonograph, where you get paid to enjoy a night of blues rock music! Don’t miss out on this exciting live music event with free popcorn and stiff drinks in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #BlueRider #SavorMinot
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REVERSE COVER NIGHT w/ J. Charmichael @BlueRider
Tuesday, July 29th
Get ready for a unique twist at Blue Rider’s Reverse Cover Night on July 29th, where J. Charmichael will serenade you with soulful ballads and the bar will pay you $5 to enjoy the show! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a night of unforgettable live music in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
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