On This Day | Missouri Diversion
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Gov. Shafer welcomed North Dakota’s distinguished guest and spoke of the project to harness the Missouri river somewhere above Bismarck, with a dam, diverting the waters of the Missouri thru the central and eastern sections of the state, finally running into Devils lake, which has receded a foot each year for 35 years. The water from there would be carried eastward, furnishing irrigation for many farms, and providing hundreds of fine lakes. Diverting the water would save the flood disasters of the south that have cost property owners millions of dollars, and taken the toll of many lives.
— August 7, 1930 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
Now, almost a 100 years later, with drought and water shortages beginning to grip the mountain West, we’re beginning to hear rumblings of these “diversions” again. There may be a pattern worth noting embedded in here. In the hard times, it’s the great big ideas that get media attention. But it may be the small, collective actions that matter more in the long run.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Food Truck Spots
Poppa’s Place Food Truck @Atypical
Friday, August 15th
Experience a perfect Friday night at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks with Poppa’s Place Food Truck, featuring mouthwatering food, award-winning beers, and live tunes by The Cropdusters. Join us downtown on August 15th for an unforgettable evening! #FoodTruckFun #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Live Music!
The Cropdusters LIVE! @Atypical
Friday, August 15th
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks with live music from Fargo’s own The Cropdusters on Friday, August 15th! Enjoy great tunes, barrel-aged beers, and food trucks in the heart of Downtown Minot. #LiveMusicMinot #TheCropdusters #SavorMinot
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Poppa’s Place Food Truck @Atypical
Saturday, August 16th
Join the excitement at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on August 16 for the Poppa’s Place Food Truck and the annual Beer Olympics in Downtown Minot. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing brews, and lively challenges—don’t miss out! #FoodieFun #CraftBeerLovers #SavorMinot
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Misfit Minis Food Truck @Atypical
Saturday, August 16th
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Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, August 19th
Join the Draft Joggers for a refreshing group run on Tuesday, August 19th, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery in downtown Minot. Afterward, enjoy a victory pint and connect with fellow runners—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndRelax #AtypicalBrewery #SavorMinot
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Poppa’s Place Food Truck @Atypical
Thursday, August 21st
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30th Anniversary Party @BlueRider
Friday, August 8th
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