On This Day | Oil Rising on the Prairie
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The state is now, in one year since first discovery of oil, one one-hundredth of the way to its supposed maximum in the Tioga area of 5,000 oil wells producing 200 barrels a day. If this oil were taxed on the basis of 10 cents a barrel, it would produce, on a million barrels a day, $100,000 a day in taxes for the state, which is about the total tax revenue for the state government from all sources at the present time.
— September 18, 1952 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
It’s boomed and busted several since these early days, but there’s no denying the impact oil has and is making on the prairie.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
Drew Hanson & Lexi Wyman (Changed to Saturday!) @CitzensAlley
Saturday, September 20th
Join us at Citizens Alley in Downtown Minot this Saturday, September 20th, for an unforgettable evening of free live music featuring Drew Hanson and Lexi Wyman. Enjoy delicious bites from Yoda Best Food Truck and soak up the fall vibes with friends and community. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Citizens Cinema Outdoor Movie | Rogue One: A Star Wars Story @CitzensAlley
Friday, September 19th
Get ready for an epic night under the stars this Friday in Downtown Minot as Citizens Alley presents “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” at their outdoor movie event. Enjoy Star Wars-themed treats from Yoda Best Food Truck and celebrate the end of summer with a cinematic adventure! #StarWarsNight #OutdoorCinema #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Secret Citizens Cinema @CitzensAlley
Sunday, September 21st
Get ready for a night of suspense and fun at Citizens Alley’s Secret Citizens Cinema in Downtown Minot this Sunday, September 21st. Enjoy a mystery movie under the stars with clues leading up to the big reveal, plus delicious bites from Yoda Best Food Truck starting at noon. #OutdoorMovies #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Last Chance for Yoda Best 2025! @YodaBest
Thursday, September 18th — Sunday, September 21st
Don’t miss your final opportunity to savor the flavors at Yoda Best this weekend in Downtown Minot’s Citizens Alley. Enjoy delicious bites, refreshing drinks, live music, and movies from September 18th to 21st. #TasteExperience #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Logan Cassell @BlueRider
Saturday, September 20th
🎶 Don’t miss Logan Cassell’s electrifying performance at Blue Rider this Saturday, September 20th! Enjoy a night of raw American music, stiff drinks, and free popcorn in downtown Minot. #DiveBarVibes #BootStompinFun #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Anonymous Phenomenon LIVE! @Atypical
Saturday, September 20th
Experience an unforgettable night of live music, craft beer, and Oktoberfest vibes at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on September 20th with Anonymous Phenomenon, a dynamic collective of Bismarck/Mandan musicians. Enjoy a unique blend of Funk, Soul, R&B, and Reggae, along with delicious brats from Wurst Case Scenario. #LiveMusicMinot #OktoberfestVibes #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Atypical’s Annual Hoptoberfest @Atypical
Saturday, September 20th
Get ready for Atypical’s Annual Hoptoberfest on September 20th in Downtown Minot, featuring live music by the dynamic Anonymous Phenomenon and delicious bites from Wurst Case Scenario. Enjoy a night filled with funk, soul, and Oktoberfest vibes at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. #Hoptoberfest #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
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