On This Day | Inflation Math Not Adding Up

Suffice to say that times and conditions have changed and that prices of farm products don’t appear to have keep pace with general inflation.

The Ward County Independent, November 27, 1958

Why We Chose It

Inflation is once again a topic of the times. It would much easier to understand if the either the value of the dollar or the price of things would sit still. When they both move around, it’s a hard idea to wrangle. But perhaps that wasn’t the point at all; perhaps we just wanted to pine for the good old days 😉

Inflation Math Not Adding Up

Today’s Happenings!

SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is showman extraordinaire P.T. Barnum. Read and grade the results here.

Future Fun!

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Play & Participate

Magic City Turkey Trot @MCFSC

Thursday, November 28th

Lace up your running shoes and join the Magic City Synchro for the 10th annual Magic City Turkey Trot in Downtown Minot this Thanksgiving morning! Enjoy a fun 1-mile or 5k run/walk with prizes for the best costumes and free T-shirts for early registrants. #TurkeyTrot2024 #ThanksgivingRun #SavorMinot

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Performances & Exhibitions

A Kat Perkins Christmas @DickensFestival

Friday, November 29th

Experience the magic of the holidays with “A Kat Perkins Christmas” at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on November 29th. Enjoy a festive evening of traditional and original Christmas songs, audience participation, and a special young star performance. #ChristmasConcert #FamilyFun #SavorMinot

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Performances & Exhibitions

Captain Fantastic | The Magic of Elton John @DickensFestival

Friday, December 6th

Get ready to be dazzled by Captain Fantastic, the ultimate Elton John Tribute Show, at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on Friday, December 6th. Experience stunning recreations of Elton John’s iconic hits and mesmerizing costumes in a spectacular musical journey. #EltonJohnTribute #Rocketman #SavorMinot

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Let’s Celebrate!

Holiday Twilight Tour of Homes @TaubeMuseum

Saturday, December 7th

Join the festive spirit in Minot with the Taube Museum of Art’s Holiday Twilight Tour of Homes on Saturday, December 7th, featuring an art giveaway, silent auction, and stunning holiday decorations. Don’t miss this annual celebration that marks the start of the holiday season! #HolidayTour #MinotEvents #SavorMinot

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In Theaters

Cinderella @MouseRiverPlayers

Friday, November 29th — Sunday, December 1st

Experience the magic of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella with Mouse River Players in Downtown Minot from November 29th to December 1st. Don’t miss this enchanting Broadway adaptation where dreams come true and classic songs come alive! #CinderellaOnStage #MinotTheater #SavorMinot

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Seasonal Sales & Celebrations

Small Business Saturday! @MainStreetBooks

Saturday, November 30th

Celebrate Small Business Saturday at Main Street Books in downtown Minot on November 30th with exclusive deals, free tote bags for the first 100 customers, and complimentary hot cider and candy canes. Spend $50 or more to enjoy additional savings and enter to win a Melissa & Doug Fresh Mart Grocery Store! #ShopSmall #SupportLocal #SavorMinot

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Seasonal Sales & Celebrations

Pre-Thanksgiving Sale! @Koselig

Wednesday, November 27th

Get a head start on holiday shopping at Koselig’s Pre-Thanksgiving Sale this Wednesday in Downtown Minot, with $5 off every $25 purchase. Embrace Nordic-inspired warmth and support local artisans while enjoying exclusive deals before the Black Friday rush. #ShopLocal #CozyVibes #SavorMinot

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