On This Day | Free Speech Opposed By Farmers Union
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The U. S. Supreme Court has been asked to review the decision of the North Dakota Supreme Court in which the state court affirmed dismissal of a libel action against WDAY-TV, in Fargo.
— August 21, 1958 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
Today it is the Democrats who — from a newsman’s perspective — have the high ground in the free speech argument as it is the Republican President who is pursuing libel actions against media companies and attempting stifle and intimidate free speech. But at one point the past, the partisan pie was on the other side of the table. It goes to show, too much of anything is likely to become its opposite.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Food Truck Spots
Poppa’s Place Food Truck @Atypical
Friday, August 29th
Join us in downtown Minot on August 29th for a night of live music with Brekke Band, featuring the debut of Plum Valley brew and tasty bites from Poppa’s Place food truck. Support The League of Women Voters while enjoying great tunes and craft beer! #MinotEvents #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
MSO Centennial Soirée @MinotSymphony
Saturday, August 23rd
Celebrate 100 years of the Minot Symphony Orchestra at the MSO Centennial Soirée this Saturday in Downtown Minot. Enjoy an evening of fine dining, live music, and support the future of symphonic music with performances by local ensembles. #MSOCentennial #MinotSymphony #SavorMinot
Live Music!
The Qaurterly LIVE! @CitzensAlley
Saturday, August 30th
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at Citizens Alley in Downtown Minot on August 30th, featuring a tribute to the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers Band. Doors open at 7 PM, and all ages are welcome to enjoy the tunes, food from YodaBest Food Truck, and drinks from Atypical Brewery and Blue Rider. #LiveMusicMinot #DowntownVibes #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!
Magic City Music Fest @BlueRider
Sunday, September 7th
Join us for the First Annual Magic City Music Fest at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on September 7th! Enjoy live music, food trucks, and family fun starting at 2pm—rain or shine. #MagicCityMusicFest #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Michael Nienhaus @BlueRider
Friday, August 22nd
Enjoy a night of live music with Michael Nienhaus at Blue Rider, the downtown Minot dive bar known for its stiff drinks and free popcorn. Join us this Friday, August 22nd, for an unforgettable evening with no cover charge! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Brekke Band LIVE! @Atypical
Friday, August 29th
Join us at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on August 29th for a night of live music with Brekke Band, a fresh Plum Valley brew supporting The League of Women Voters, and tasty bites from Poppa’s Place food truck. Don’t miss the fun in downtown Minot! #LiveMusic #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
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