On This Day | Radio’s Power is Rising
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A vertical antenna between 180 and 200 feet high will be erected on the Peter Holbach farm three miles southeast of Minot, as soon as possible and a change in the transmitter will then be made increasing the power from 250 watts at present to 1,000 watts during the day and 500 watts at night. The frequency will be changed from 1240 to 1360. The increase in power is expected to give the local station a wide increase in coverage. The hours of operating are unlimited. Cooley says that the change will be made sometime during the coming winter. Already he is securing bids on equipment.
— October 7, 1937 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
After a long period (relatively) where local newspapers had few competitors, radio is starting to warrant new investment. It was less than a decade earlier that KLPM arrived. These new media technologies mark the last hundred at a faster and faster pace. First radio, then broadcast television, then cable television, then Internet, and now social media… Have you noticed any trends in our culture that mirror these changes in how we take in information?
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
Michael Nienhaus @BlueRider
Friday, November 7th
Enjoy a night of live music with Michael Nienhaus at Blue Rider, the downtown Minot dive bar known for its stiff drinks and free popcorn, this Friday, November 7th. Best of all, there’s no cover charge! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Activities & Events
Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo
Friday, October 10th — Sunday, October 12th
Get ready for an action-packed weekend at the Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo in Minot, featuring top cowboys and cowgirls competing for championship glory from October 10th to 12th at the North Dakota State Fair Center. Don’t miss the excitement with performances on Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Sunday at 1 pm! #BadlandsRodeo #RodeoFun #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Halloween Hike @FortStevenson
Friday, October 24th — Saturday, October 25th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park for a spine-tingling Halloween Hike on October 24th and 25th, featuring a decorated trail full of spooky surprises. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages, this evening adventure starts at 7 PM from the Visitor Center. #HalloweenHike #FortStevenson #SavorMinot
Social & Networking
Book Club @Atypical
Tuesday, October 7th
Join Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks for a delightful evening of book discussions and craft brews at their Book Club event on October 7th in downtown Minot. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of literature and local flavor! #BookClubNight #CraftBeerLovers #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Jake Stack @BlueRider
Friday, October 10th
Catch Jake Stack live at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Friday, October 10th, for a night of soulful tunes and stiff drinks. Enjoy free popcorn, cold beer, and no cover charge while experiencing the magic of a modern-day troubadour. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, October 14th
Join the Draft Joggers for a refreshing run through Downtown Minot, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery on Tuesday, October 14th. Enjoy a post-run pint and connect with fellow runners—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndSip #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Pumpkin Walk @MinotParks
Friday, October 10th — Saturday, October 11th
Experience the magic of the Minot Parks Pumpkin Walk on October 10th and 11th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Woodland Trail. Help us light up the night with 2,000 carved pumpkins and enjoy a free, family-friendly event sponsored by JLG Architects. #PumpkinWalk #UnplugAndPlay #SavorMinot
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