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Adam Klein, a driver for a Bismarck bakery, was severely burned in the face Thursday evening while filling the radiator of a truck with alcohol. He is in a Bismarck hospital, undergoing treatment. Klein lighted a match during the filling operations to see whether the radiator was full. A flash from the alcohol followed, striking him in the face.

— November 6, 1930 | The Ward County Independent

Why We Chose It

We share these stories from time to time as reminder — the movie “A Million Ways to Die in the West” was based on old newspaper headlines, and the regulations we gripe about today came to be because of some nearly or actual tragic lesson.

Dangerous Days

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In Theaters

Matilda CommunityEvents

Thursday, November 13th — Saturday, November 15th

Experience the magic of “Matilda” as the Minot North High School theater department presents its first-ever musical production. Catch evening performances on November 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m., or enjoy a matinee on November 15 at 2:00 p.m. #TheaterMagic #NorthMinot #SavorMinot

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Live Music!

Live Music Fundraiser @BlueRider

Thursday, December 4th

Join us at Blue Rider on December 4th for a night of live music with Jared Schumaier, Rick Watson, and Drew Hanson, all while supporting Independence, Inc.’s youth programs. Enjoy great tunes, drinks, and pizza at this downtown Minot dive bar. #LiveMusic #SupportYouth #SavorMinot

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Taste & Experience

Ticketed Tuesday Tequila Tasting Time! @BlueRider

Tuesday, November 18th

Join Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Tuesday, November 18th, for an unforgettable Ticketed Tuesday Tequila Tasting event featuring premium tequilas, mezcal, and a unique local tequila-infused wine. Experience the top-rated dive bar’s signature laid-back vibe with sips, laughs, and good times. #TequilaTasting #BlueRider #SavorMinot

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Special Events & Fundraisers

Turkey Bingo @BlueRider

Monday, November 10th

Get ready for a night of fun and prizes at Turkey Bingo, hosted by The Blue Rider in downtown Minot on November 10th. Join us for stiff drinks, free popcorn, and the chance to win a Butterball turkey! #TurkeyBingo #BlueRider #SavorMinot

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Performances & Exhibitions

“Elvis” by Travis Powell @DickensFestival

Friday, November 28th

Experience the magic of Elvis as Travis Powell brings his electrifying performance to the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on Friday, November 28th. Join us at the KOTA Theater at 3:00 PM for a rockin’ good time filled with holiday spirit. #ElvisLives #DickensVillageFestival #SavorMinot

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Live Music!

Severio Mancieri @BlueRider

Thursday, December 18th

Catch Severio Mancieri live at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Thursday, December 18th! Enjoy a night of incredible live music with no cover charge, stiff drinks, and free popcorn. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot

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Happy Hour

City Council Meeting BING(O) @BlueRider

Monday, November 17th

Join us at Blue Rider on Monday, November 17th, for City Council Meeting BING(O) and enjoy the fun of City Council Bingo for a chance to win a free drink! Dive into the evening with stiff drinks, cold beer, and free popcorn in downtown Minot. #CityCouncilBingo #BlueRider #SavorMinot

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