On This Day | Dangerous Place for Digits
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Mr. Bertram after getting out of the plane dropped his gloves when taking off his helmet. In picking up his gloves he stepped to close tot he rapidly revolving propellor, with the result that his left hand was badly shattered and his right hand and head cut.
— July 15, 1926 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
North Dakota has always been hard on fingers and larger appendages. Consider this today’s safety warning — don’t be like Mr. Bertram.

Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
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!
Brandon Foster @BlueRider
Friday, July 25th
Don’t miss the Brandon Foster Happening at Blue Rider on July 25th for an unforgettable night of live music, stiff drinks, and free popcorn in downtown Minot! Gather your friends and experience the best of the Minot music scene starting at 9:00 pm. #LiveMusicMinot #BlueRiderVibes #SavorMinot
Social & Networking
Book Club @Atypical
Tuesday, July 29th
Dive into lively discussions at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks’ Book Club on Tuesday, July 29th, and enjoy your favorite barrel-aged beer in downtown Minot. Don’t miss this perfect blend of books and brews! #BookClub #LocalBrewery #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Project Constellation @BlueRider
Friday, August 15th
Experience stellar vibes at Project Constellation on August 15 at The Blue Rider, Downtown Minot’s go-to dive bar for live music and free popcorn. Join the fun with stiff drinks and great tunes starting at 9:00 pm! #MinotNights #MusicLovers #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
Live Music!
Severio Mancieri @BlueRider
Friday, July 18th
Catch Severio Mancieri live at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Friday, July 18th! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and an unforgettable performance by this regional guitar virtuoso. #LiveMusic #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
Double D-Haw 2025 @DoubleDHaw
Saturday, September 6th
Join us for Double D-Haw 2025, Minot’s biggest breast cancer fundraiser, featuring a seafood boil, art auction, pink beer, and more at The Blue Rider on September 6th. All proceeds support breast cancer detection and treatment at Trinity Health. #BreastCancerAwareness #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
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