On This Day | Risky River Recreation
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Dickie Hustad, eight-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Eldor Hustad, of 418 Fourth street northwest, nearly lost his life by drowning at 5 o’clock Thursday afternoon when he lost his hold on a rope, on which he was swinging out over a deep hole in Mouse river, just back of the Eatmore Sausage Co. building on Second street N. W.
— August 10, 1939 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
We’ve long advocated for more recreational uses on our river. But it does come with added risk and responsibility.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Food Truck Spots
Misfit Minis Food Truck @Atypical
Saturday, August 16th
Join the excitement at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on August 16 for the annual Beer Olympics featuring Poppa’s Place Food Truck! Enjoy delicious food, refreshing brews, and fun challenges in Downtown Minot. #FoodTruckFun #MinotEats #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
Kids & Families
Meet Bellatrix! @SVAS Pets
Sunday, August 10th — Saturday, August 16th
Meet Bellatrix, a lovable and playful pup ready for a forever home at Souris Valley Animal Shelter in Minot! She’s great with kids, knows her commands, and is eager to meet you this week. #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
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
Special Events & Fundraisers
Double D-Haw 2025 @DoubleDHaw
Saturday, September 6th
Join us for Double D-Haw 2025, Minot’s biggest breast cancer fundraiser, featuring a seafood boil, art auction, pink beer, and more at The Blue Rider on September 6th. All proceeds support breast cancer detection and treatment at Trinity Health. #BreastCancerAwareness #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Project Constellation @BlueRider
Friday, August 15th
Experience stellar vibes at Project Constellation on August 15 at The Blue Rider, Downtown Minot’s go-to dive bar for live music and free popcorn. Join the fun with stiff drinks and great tunes starting at 9:00 pm! #MinotNights #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
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
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