On This Day | The Sales Tax Question
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The proposed sales tax measure on which the voters of North Dakota are to cast their ballots at the special election of Sept. 22 is deserving of the closest study, for if it passes it will affect the pocketbooks of each and every man or woman residing in our state.
— September 7, 1933 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
Whether at this election or at some other date, this door to tax revenue was swung wide open. North Dakota now adds 5% to each purchase which funnels directly to Bismarck for legislative discretion. Locally, the city of Minot adds 2% and Ward county adds a half.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Kids & Families
Meet Mako!! @SVAS Pets
Sunday, September 7th — Saturday, September 13th
Meet Mako, a lovable 2-year-old pitty, chow chow, and shepherd mix looking for his forever home at Souris Valley Animal Shelter in Minot. He’s house trained, knows basic commands, and is ready to be your new walking buddy! #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Geen Boots & Penumbra LIVE! @Atypical
Friday, September 12th
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music as Green Boots and Penumbra rock the stage at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on September 12th! Celebrate the end of summer with award-winning craft beer and tunes from these talented Bismarck bands. #BismarckBands #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Anonymous Phenomenon LIVE! @Atypical
Saturday, September 20th
Experience an unforgettable night of live music, craft beer, and Oktoberfest vibes at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on September 20th with Anonymous Phenomenon, a dynamic collective of Bismarck/Mandan musicians. Enjoy a unique blend of Funk, Soul, R&B, and Reggae, along with delicious brats from Wurst Case Scenario. #LiveMusicMinot #OktoberfestVibes #SavorMinot
Activities & Events
Sound of Independence @IndependenceInc
Thursday, September 11th
Join us for REMIX: The Sound of Independence on September 11th at Citizens Alley, Downtown Minot, as we celebrate 30 years of breaking barriers with live music and community spirit. Don’t miss this free event in collaboration with the Minot Area Council of the Arts! #IndependenceInc #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
Wurst Case Scenario @Atypical
Saturday, September 20th
Join Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in downtown Minot on Saturday, September 20th, for Hoptoberfest, featuring gourmet bratwursts from Wurst Case Scenario and live music by Anonymous Phenomenon. Celebrate with award-winning barrel-aged beers and immerse yourself in the Oktoberfest spirit! #Hoptoberfest #LocalFlavor #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Atypical’s Annual Hoptoberfest @Atypical
Saturday, September 20th
Get ready for Atypical’s Annual Hoptoberfest on September 20th in Downtown Minot, featuring live music by the dynamic Anonymous Phenomenon and delicious bites from Wurst Case Scenario. Enjoy a night filled with funk, soul, and Oktoberfest vibes at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. #Hoptoberfest #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Magic City Music Fest @BlueRider
Sunday, September 7th
Join us for the First Annual Magic City Music Fest at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on September 7th! Enjoy live music, food trucks, and family fun starting at 2pm—rain or shine. #MagicCityMusicFest #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
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