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While McGahan thought that the wolf would soon be howling about the door of Editor Smith, he was really waxing fat and laying by a good many sheckles for a rainy day.
— October 22, 1908 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
In the frontier days, the news business was a lively one — and the government printing contracts were the fattest of all. So how did a local editor stay honest with his readers, report the truth, and keep the business afloat? It took a little chicanery. But there was no law against it — or against having a little fun while he did it!
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
That1Dude @BlueRider
Friday, October 31st
Catch That1Dude live at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot on October 31 for an unforgettable night of catchy melodies and fun flows. Enjoy stiff drinks and free popcorn while you groove to this Florida artist’s diverse sound. #LiveMusicMinot #DiveBarVibes #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Peyton Lily @BlueRider
Saturday, November 1st
Catch Peyton Lily live at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, November 1st, as she returns with her award-winning country tunes and classic covers. Enjoy cold beer, free popcorn, and no cover charge for a night of unforgettable music! #LiveMusic #PeytonLily #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Luke Hendrickson @BlueRider
Thursday, December 18th
Join us at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Thursday, December 18th for a night of live music with Luke Hendrickson, cheap shots, and free popcorn—perfect for those in the food & beverage industry and everyone else! No cover charge, just good times and great tunes. #LiveMusic #MinotNightlife #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Drew Peterson @BlueRider
Saturday, December 13th
Experience the unique Americana sound of Drew Peterson at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot on Saturday, December 13th. Enjoy a night of live music with stiff drinks and free popcorn at this iconic dive bar. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Seasonal Sales & Celebrations
2025 Pride of Dakota Showcase CommunityEvents
Friday, October 24th — Saturday, October 25th
Celebrate North Dakota’s finest at the 2025 Pride of Dakota Showcase in Minot on October 24th and 25th! Discover and support local entrepreneurs with products made right here in North Dakota. #PrideOfDakota #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
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
Seasonal Sales & Celebrations
South Prairie Halloween SouthPrairePTO
Saturday, October 25th
Join the South Prairie Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 25th, for a spooky trunk-or-treat and a daring haunted maze adventure, all while supporting the South Prairie PTO. Don’t miss out on the fun, coffee, and hot chocolate in South Minot! #HalloweenFun #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
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