There is one strip of road, about sixteen miles southwest of Minot, along the old Ryder trail that is a hoodoo for automobiles and other conveyances as well. The autist who goes along that strip of road, ought to be sure to have his rabbit foot in his pocket. The residents of that country believe that an auto spook is getting in his work, and if accidents in that vicinity do not cease pretty soon, you will see some of them taking to shoe leather. Last Friday night, within a few minutes three automobiles within a mile of each other, were laid up for repairs and the accidents were of such a nature that the machines were all put out of commission indefinitely.
— April 28, 1910 | The Ward County Independent
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Live Music!
49th Parallel @BlueRider
Saturday, May 3rd
Get ready for an electrifying night at Blue Rider as 49th Parallel returns to Downtown Minot with their versatile mix of acoustic duos, indie rock, and classic pop rock this Saturday, May 3rd. Enjoy stiff drinks and free popcorn while soaking in the live music vibes! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot

Special Events & Fundraisers
2nd Annual Syttende Mai Klub-Off! @BlueRider
Saturday, May 17th
Get ready for the 2nd Annual Syttende Mai Klub-Off at Blue Rider, where you can enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and the best Klub in town on May 17th! Join the fun in downtown Minot with celebrity judges and vote for your favorite Klub. #DiveBarFun #CelebrateSyttendeMai #SavorMinot

Live Music!
Danny Savage – One Man Band @BlueRider
Saturday, May 17th
Experience an unforgettable night at Blue Rider with Danny Savage’s one-man band performance on Saturday, May 17th. Enjoy cold beer, stiff drinks, and free popcorn with no cover charge! #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot

Live Music!
Mythtickle @BlueRider
Saturday, May 17th
Get ready for a night of eclectic tunes and good vibes at Blue Rider with Myth Tickle on Saturday, May 17th. Enjoy live music featuring accordion, nylon guitar, and possibly drums, along with stiff drinks and free popcorn! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot

Live Music!
It Was Her Idea @BlueRider
Friday, May 23rd
Join us at Blue Rider on Friday, May 23rd, for “It Was Her Idea,” a live music event supporting Independence Inc. Enjoy pizza, beer, and great tunes while helping empower individuals with disabilities. #LiveMusicMinot #SupportLocal #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

Live Music!
New Age Phonograph @BlueRider
Friday, May 9th
Experience the electrifying blend of blues, rock, and Americana folk with New Age Phonograph at Blue Rider this Friday, May 9th. Don’t miss this unique duo’s captivating performance in downtown Minot! #LiveMusic #BluesRock #SavorMinot