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Congrats Magi!
Both the boys and girls hockey seasons finished yesterday. The girls brought home fourth place, the boys did one spot better with a gritty win over West Fargo. They’re a shining example for all of us which, as you’ll see is a theme for the day.
Today in Minot
Today is Sunday, March 2nd. The sun will rise on the 72nd day of winter, and the 61st day of the year at 7:24 AM. We will see 11 hours 6 minutes of daylight before it sets at 6:30 PM.
Today is: National Banana Cream Pie Day, National Old Stuff Day, Finisher’s Medal Day
Today’s Featured Happenings
Performances & Exhibitions
Window in a Wall
Mar. 2nd
@InternationalArtistSeries | Bringing great artists and audiences together for 75 years!
Special Events & Fundraisers
Chili Bowl 2025
Mar. 6th
@IndependenceInc | Removing Barriers, Achieving Dreams!
The Weather
Currently we have clear skies. The temperature is 27 degrees. The wind is 8 mph out of the South. With wind and humidity factored, it feels like 19 degrees. Today we are expecting scattered clouds and clear skies. The temperature will reach a high of 44°F with winds 5 mph out of the South.
On This Day
On this day Texas decided to go its own way, a contentious Presidential election was resolved with a political compromise, and war lords from the Serbian war were meeting justice. In Minot, we were feeding the symphony and there were bright days ahead for Bell School.
On this day in 1836, Texas declared its independence from Mexico, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Texas and a series of conflicts that culminated in the Texas Revolution.
On this day in 1877, Rutherford B. Hayes was declared the winner of the contentious 1876 U.S. presidential election after the Compromise of 1877, which resolved disputed electoral votes and ended the Reconstruction era by withdrawing federal troops from the South.
On this day in 1995, the top leaders of the Bosnian Serbs, Radovan Karadžić and Ratko Mladić, were indicted for genocide and crimes against humanity by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, marking a significant step in international justice.
Born and Died: Dr. Seuss, (Born, 1904) Beloved American author and illustrator known for his children’s books like “The Cat in the Hat,” D.H. Lawrence, (Died, 1930) British author known for novels like “Lady Chatterley’s Lover,” Jon Bon Jovi, (Born, 1962) American rock singer and founder of the band Bon Jovi, Philip K. Dick, (Died, 1982) American science fiction writer known for works like “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?,” Chris Martin, (Born, 1977) British musician and lead singer of Coldplay, Dusty Springfield, (Died, 1999) British singer known for hits like “Son of a Preacher Man,” Karen Carpenter, (Born, 1950) American singer and drummer, part of The Carpenters, Howard Carter, (Died, 1939) British archaeologist known for discovering the tomb of Tutankhamun, Rebel Wilson, (Born, 1980) Australian actress and comedian known for her roles in “Pitch Perfect,.”
The news we share here is ForMinot. You can learn more about what guides our editorial decisions here.
Should North Dakota reshape its Senate to mirror its counties? A proposal in Minnesota is sparking debate over whether rural areas should have a stronger voice in state legislatures. If applied here, North Dakota’s Senate would grow slightly, but the real shift would be in representation—tilting power further toward rural counties.
The idea isn’t without precedent, but the Supreme Court ruled against similar apportionment decades ago. As political lines harden, the question remains: should legislative power be about population, geography, or something in between?
That’s the introduction, Rob Port has the full story at Inforum.com
Throughout his political career, President Ronald Reagan referenced a “Shining City on a Hill.” In his farewell address, he gave us more. He gave us the vision of what he saw when he imagined it. His full farewell speech is shown below; it feels like we need it. President Reagan’s vision for that shining city is comes later, but the wait is worth it.
A church basement, the scent of kraut, and a meal that stretches beyond mere tradition—Pisek’s annual pork and dumpling dinner is more than just food. It’s a gathering of neighbors in the broadest sense, a moment where history, faith, and community intertwine. This long-running event, once recognized in the Congressional Record, isn’t just about filling plates—it’s about keeping a church, and its rich heritage, standing strong. Even in sub-zero temperatures, the spirit of Pisek endures, one dumpling at a time.
That’s a lot to bottle up in a short commentary, but Tom Isern takes it on at this week’s installment of Plains Folk. Find it at Prairie Public News.
The North Dakota Legislature has reached its halfway mark, swapping nearly 750 bills between chambers in a session that’s breaking records for discarded proposals. Lawmakers tackled everything from property tax reform to school choice, social issues, and AI regulation, with debates intensifying over religion in government, energy policy, and criminal justice.
Some proposals—like defunding public radio and defining gender in law—moved forward, while others, including displaying the Ten Commandments in schools, failed. With 46 days left, the second half promises more high-stakes decisions before the governor weighs in.
Grant Coursey and Peyton Haug have the full story; find it at the Bismarck Tribune linked below and also at Inforum.com.
Creativity is often seen as a gift or a burden—either a divine spark or an elusive muse that abandons us when we need it most. But poet and environmentalist Gary Snyder saw it differently. In his lifelong exploration of writing, Zen Buddhism, and the natural world, he framed creativity as something deeper: a force that flows through us, not from us. His reflections challenge the myth of the tortured artist, offering a vision of creativity that is both disciplined and free.
And if it introduction sparks a curious twitch, you’ll enjoy the latest from Maria Popova at The Marginalian.
Arturo Petrucci, veteran orchestral conductor, will put his Minot Junior Violin Choir through their paces Sunday as he presents them in a "Music Hour." The string concert will be held at 4 p.m. at McFarland Auditorium and is free to the interested public.
Why we published it: Minot, North Dakota. Where you could learn your instrument under the guidance of Maestro Arturo Petrucci. That's a pedigree 😉
Patrons will vote next on a proposed site for the school and a bond issue. Plans for this upcoming election will be formulated by board members within a short while. The new school would consolidate Bell schools 1, 2, and 3 in the district southeast of Minot in Sundre township
Why we published it: It's news worthy because we've only recently reached the end of that the Bell School arc; that -- presumably -- new school was just closed this current school year after what was a 60+ year run. Also, who in their right mind forecasts 80" of snow in March and why in the world did they print it 😉
Refining the Shining City
“I’ve spoken of the shining city all my political life, but I don’t know if I ever quite communicated what I saw when I said it. But in my mind it was a tall, proud city built on rocks stronger than oceans, wind-swept, God-blessed, and teeming with people of all kinds living in harmony and peace; a city with free ports that hummed with commerce and creativity. And if there had to be city walls, the walls had doors and the doors were open to anyone with the will and the heart to get here. That’s how I saw it, and see it still.”
— Ronald Reagan, Farewell Address, 1989
Upcoming Fun
Fun coming up that’s worth knowing about. Scroll for more at SavorMinot.com.
- City Council Meeting BING(O)
@BlueRider | Monday, March 3rd - Aesop’s (Oh So Slightly) Updated Fables
@MouseRiverPlayers | Friday, March 7th — Sunday, March 9th - Leprechaun’s Gold Geocache
@FortStevenson | Monday, March 17th
Today’s Happenings
Today’s Features
Sweetly Sour Sundays! @Atypical
Sunday, March 2nd
Join us at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Downtown Minot for Sweetly Sour Sundays on March 2nd, where you can enjoy $1 off all sour taps, cans, and bottles. Experience live music, food trucks, and award-winning barrel-aged beers in a lively atmosphere. #LocalBrewery #BeerLovers #SavorMinot
Hot, New, Fresh
On Tap Right Now! @Atypical
Tuesday, February 25th — Sunday, March 2nd
Discover the latest brews at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks, where award-winning barrel-aged beers and live music create an unforgettable experience in downtown Minot. Join us from February 25th to March 2nd and enjoy food trucks and fresh flavors. #CraftBeer #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Window in a Wall @InternationalArtistSeries
Sunday, March 2nd
Experience a multicultural musical journey with “Window in a Wall” by the International Artist Series of Minot on Sunday, March 2nd. Enjoy the unique blend of jazz, show tunes, and European ethnic music as sisters Tajci Cameron and Sanya Mateyas celebrate their Croatian heritage. #CulturalMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
