On This Day | Serving the War in the Wheat Fields
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By the time the Independent goes to press, it is expected that 1,000 soldiers released by the army for harvest work, will have arrived in Minot, to be billeted on the fairgrounds, just south of the exposition building. They are a part of 15,000 soldiers released temporarily from the army, upon request of Gov. John Moses, to work in the harvest fields for the three weeks throughout the state where they will be needed the most. They are here under the direction of Maj. Gen. Frederick Uhl commanding general of the Seventh Corps service command of Omaha.
— August 12, 1943 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
It’s the flashy stories like crashing in the North Sea that we make movies about, but it these roles — the ones that involved literally bringing in the crop — were no less important in the totality of the effort and outcome. Also, if you ever wonder why North Dakota and the Northwest have such strong ties, here is your evidence. The migration off the plains in the 1930s led further West and took many with it.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Let’s Celebrate!
Silobration Street Dance @UnionSilos
Friday, August 29th
Join the Silobration Street Dance in Downtown Minot on Friday, August 29th, and celebrate North Dakota’s largest mural with live music by the Chloe Raye band. Enjoy an all-ages evening of fun, food, and drinks starting at 7 p.m. in Citizens Alley. #StreetDanceFun #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
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
Play & Participate
🏁 The Grown-Ass Pinewood Derby 🏁 @BlueRider
Friday, August 22nd
Rev up your engines for The Grown-Ass Pinewood Derby at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Sunday, August 17th! Relive your childhood racing dreams with a grown-up twist, complete with beers, trash talk, and nostalgia. #PinewoodDerby #BlueRider #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
Live Music!
The Qaurtery LIVE! @CitzensAlley
Saturday, August 30th
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at Citizens Alley in Downtown Minot on August 30th, featuring a tribute to the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers Band. Doors open at 7 PM, and all ages are welcome to enjoy the tunes, food from YodaBest Food Truck, and drinks from Atypical Brewery and Blue Rider. #LiveMusicMinot #DowntownVibes #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Beer Olympics 2025! @Atypical
Saturday, August 16th
Get ready for the ultimate showdown at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks’ 4th annual Beer Olympics on Saturday, August 16th in Downtown Minot! Grab a partner, compete in thrilling events, and enjoy a day filled with beer, live music, and fun. #BeerOlympics2025 #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, August 19th
Join the Draft Joggers for a refreshing group run on Tuesday, August 19th, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery in downtown Minot. Afterward, enjoy a victory pint and connect with fellow runners—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndRelax #AtypicalBrewery #SavorMinot
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