On This Day | Shipping Out The Local Food
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IT HARDLY SEEMS POSSIBLE in this state where eggs are laid fresh, shipped to Chicago, stored for a year, sent back to be purchased by long-suffering fried egg eaters, but in Washburn two stores were involved in egg candling complaints. The state health department was the hero, bringing the charge. Justice of the Peace Lois Sibly fined Speten brothers of Wilton and Outlaw Trading of Underwood $15 each for selling eggs fit for human consumption. Carrington Police Magistrate Alice Walker was recently serenaded with a song and guitar by a man she sentenced as a vagrant. Surely the members of the State Sunny Side Up assn. should send a minstrel to Washburn to do the same for Lois.
— October 14, 1954 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
This was meant in the moment to call attention to an absurdity. It was also a warning. It was a warning we didn’t recognize, and now — but for a few exceptions — don’t lay the eggs here at all. What was once satire now plays as tragedy. We, the growers of America’s and the world’s food, can barely feed ourselves without depending on industrial food outfits far from our farms and fields. Our local economies — maybe even our survival — depends on reversing this trend.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
Ready for an OK Time? @BlueRider
Thursday, October 16th
Head to Blue Rider in downtown Minot this Thursday for Nacho Average Thursday, featuring free nachos and live accordion music that’s sure to make your night more than just “pretty ok.” Join the fun and enjoy the dive bar vibes with stiff drinks and free popcorn! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Desperate Electric LIVE! @Atypical
Sunday, October 26th
Get ready for a Sunday Funday at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks with Desperate Electric rocking the stage on October 26th as part of their Wildfire Season Tour! Enjoy great music, barrel-aged beer, and food trucks in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Danny Savage – One Man Band @BlueRider
Friday, October 24th
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Danny Savage, the one-man band, at Blue Rider on Friday, October 24th! Enjoy live music, cold beer, and stiff drinks with no cover charge. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
St. Olaf Orchestra @MSUPerformingArts
Sunday, October 19th
Experience the renowned St. Olaf Orchestra, led by Chung Park, as they bring their rich tradition and passionate performance to Ann Nicole Nelson Hall at Minot State University on Sunday, October 19 at 7 p.m. Don’t miss this chance to witness one of the finest collegiate orchestras during their 2025 Fall Tour. #MinotEvents #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Seasonal Sales & Celebrations
Record Store Day Black Friday 2025 @BudgetMusic
Friday, November 28th — Friday, November 28th
Get ready for Record Store Day Black Friday 2025 at Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot! Discover exclusive releases and make your requests by October 14th to ensure you get your favorite titles. #RecordStoreDay #BlackFridayDeals #SavorMinot
Learning & Listening
The Future of Public Lands @BadlandsConservation
Wednesday, October 15th
Explore the future of public lands with the Badlands Conservation Alliance at a special film screening and Q&A session featuring Walt Dabney on Wednesday, October 15th at the North Dakota Heritage Center. Don’t miss this free opportunity to engage with experts and fellow conservation enthusiasts in Bismarck. #Conservation #PublicLands #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, October 28th
Join the Draft Joggers for a fun run through Downtown Minot on Tuesday, October 28th, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery. Enjoy a victory pint and connect with fellow runners after the run—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndRelax #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
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