On This Day | Liquor Licenses Then and Now
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An ordinance increasing liquor license fees to $1,500 for retail establishments and $750 for clubs was passed on the first reading at the city council meeting Monday evening. Licenses now are $1,000 annually for retail establishments and $500 for clubs.
— June 5, 1947 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
In 2025 dollars, the $1,500 issuance fee is equal to about $22,000 today. The annual fee of $1,000 in 1947 amounts to about $14,500 in 2025. Currently, the annual renewal fee is approximately $3,200. And there’s a debate about the value of a license, but one proposal deliver a value of $125,000 to license holders. The proposal was not received happily.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Let’s Celebrate!
Atypical’s 6th Anniversary Celebration! @Atypical
Friday, June 6th — Saturday, June 7th
Join Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Downtown Minot for their 6th Anniversary Weekend on June 6th and 7th, featuring delicious food, craveable beer, incredible music, and free tattoos! Don’t miss out on the biggest patio party of the year. #CelebrateLocal #CraftBeerLovers #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Peyton Lily @BlueRider
Friday, June 6th
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Blue Rider as CGMA award-winning singer-songwriter Peyton Lily returns to Downtown Minot on Friday, June 6th. Enjoy her captivating blend of original tunes and classic country covers with cold beer, free popcorn, and no cover charge. #LiveMusicMinot #PeytonLily #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Hot Tots After Party! @BlueRider
Thursday, June 5th
Celebrate the end of the game at the Hot Tots After Party at Blue Rider, Minot’s legendary dive bar, on June 5th! Enjoy fiery Hot Tot Shots, ice-cold beer, and maybe some live music as fans and players unwind the Minot way. #HotTotsAfterParty #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Live Music!
2nd Barkfest After Party @BlueRider
Saturday, June 14th
Get ready for a high-energy night at Blue Rider as Avantide and Diaphane take the stage on Saturday, June 14th! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and unforgettable live music in downtown Minot—earplugs recommended, no cover charge! #LiveMusic #MinotNights #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Sunday, June 22nd
Join the Draft Joggers for a refreshing run on Sunday, June 22nd, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery in downtown Minot. Celebrate your achievement with a victory pint and connect with fellow runners. #RunAndRelax #MinotRunning #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, June 10th
Join the Draft Joggers on June 10th for a fun run starting and ending at Atypical Brewery in downtown Minot. Enjoy a refreshing pint post-run and connect with fellow runners over future plans and events. #RunningCommunity #CraftBeer #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Fiddler on the Roof @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, June 24th — Sunday, June 29th
Experience the timeless tale of “Fiddler on the Roof” at MSU Summer Theatre in Minot from June 24th to 29th, where tradition meets change in a heartwarming story of family and faith. Don’t miss this captivating performance that resonates with audiences of all ages. #FiddlerOnTheRoof #MSUSummerTheatre #SavorMinot
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