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What are the Ducks Up To tonight?
Well, they’re not in the fields like they used to be, so maybe they’re headed downtown for Arts in the City? If you don’t see them there, they’ll definitely be hanging with the Wild Horses at Atypical later. Details on both are on “Today in Minot”. The fantastic photography courtesy of ND Game & Fish!
Today in Minot
Today is Thursday, June 19th. The sun will rise on the 92nd day of spring, and the 170th day of the year at 5:44 AM. We will see 16 hours 4 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:48 PM.
Today is: National Freebsd Day, World Sauntering Day, National Watch Day, National Garfield The Cat Day, Juneteenth
Today’s Featured Happenings
Activities & Events
Arts in the City
Jun. 19th
@MinotArts | Connecting Artists. Building Community. Fostering Possibilities.
Live Music!
Mythtickle
Jun. 20th
@BlueRider | Voted North Dakota’s Best Dive Bar!
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Even as inflation shows signs of cooling, the Federal Reserve isn’t ready to ease up just yet. With interest rates holding steady for a fourth straight meeting, Fed officials now predict inflation will tick back up before the year ends—though they still anticipate two rate cuts in 2024. Economic growth is expected to slow and unemployment to rise, while uncertainty around tariffs adds new layers of caution. The message from the Fed: don’t expect quick moves, but don’t rule them out either. Christopher Rugaber with Associated Press has the full story.
For years, Finland has stood by a global ban on anti-personnel landmines. But facing a long border with a newly aggressive Russia, that stance is shifting. On Thursday, Finland’s parliament voted to exit the Ottawa Convention, aligning with neighboring NATO states who’ve made similar moves. Supporters say it’s a necessary step for national defense. Critics warn it’s a retreat from humanitarian norms. The decision highlights a growing divide between long-held disarmament ideals and the realities of modern security threats in Europe’s east. Anne Kauranen with Reuters has the full story.
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On This Day
On this day in 1865 the message of America’s promise reached a place and people who had not yet heard it. On this day in 1910 our fathers got their first official day on the calendar, and in 1964 the promise of rights presumed 99 years earlier became Constitutionally endorsed. In Minot, we knew early on what was causing all the litter… to bad we didn’t follow our editor’s lead.
On this day in 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the emancipation of all enslaved people in the state, marking the end of slavery in Texas and leading to the celebration of Juneteenth as a significant milestone in African American history.
On this day in 1910, the first Father’s Day was celebrated in Spokane, Washington, after being proposed by Sonora Smart Dodd to honor fathers and their role in families, eventually becoming a nationally recognized holiday in the United States.
On this day in 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was approved by the United States Senate after a lengthy filibuster, paving the way for its eventual passage and marking a significant step towards ending segregation and discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Born and Died: Aung San Suu Kyi, (Born, 1945) Burmese politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, J. M. Barrie, (Died, 1937) Scottish author and playwright known for creating Peter Pan, Paula Abdul, (Born, 1962) American singer and television personality known for “American Idol,” William Golding, (Died, 1993) British novelist known for “Lord of the Flies,” Zoe Saldana, (Born, 1978) American actress known for her roles in “Avatar” and “Guardians of the Galaxy,” Ethel Rosenberg, (Died, 1953) American convicted of espionage and executed with her husband Julius, Lou Gehrig, (Born, 1903) American baseball player and Hall of Famer known for his time with the New York Yankees, Salman Rushdie, (Born, 1947) British-Indian author known for “The Satanic Verses.”
This points up the beer can problem. Up to several years ago beer was sold package-style in bottles and the bottles were worth cash if you returned them to the beer parlor. Now beer is sold in cans, and the cans are worth nothing. As a consequence, where it used to be that 90 per cent of the beer containers were kept by the drinkers and returned to the sellers, now 100 per cent of the containers are discarded.
Why we published it: And so it begins... the never-ending hidden subsidy of the beverage industry that includes both cleaning up their delivery vessels and then building landfills so we have a place to dispose of them.
The city council did not express itself very favorably toward such a project.
Why we published it: The housing market hasn't gotten much better in spite of 75 years of federally subsidized programs that were later adopted by Minot in spades. The lure of "federal" money proved unavoidable in the period between then and now. And still we search for solutions to make housing more affordable.
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For June 19th Every Year
“The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves.
We believe that all men are created equal. Yet many are denied equal treatment… We have come now to a time of testing. We must not fail.
Struggle is a never-ending process. Freedom is never really won. You earn it and win it in every generation.”
— General Gordon Granger, General Order No. 3, June 19, 1865
–President Lyndon B. Johnson, Civil Rights Act Signing Speech, July 2, 1964 1964
–Correta Scott King, Speech on Civil Rights Legacy, June 19, 1968
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Upcoming Fun
Fun coming up that’s worth knowing about. Scroll for more at SavorMinot.com.
- Fiddler on the Roof
@MSUSummerTheatre | Tuesday, June 24th — Sunday, June 29th - Live Music | The Wicked Bees!
@Atypical | Saturday, June 28th - Morgan Harr
@BlueRider | Friday, June 27th
Today’s Markets
These are the commodities that move Minot’s economy. See how they’re doing here.
Today’s Happenings
Today’s Features
Nacho Average Thursday @BlueRider
Thursday, June 19th
Spice up your Thursday at Blue Rider’s “Nacho Average Thursday” in downtown Minot! Dive into delicious nachos, enjoy stiff drinks, and mingle with fellow patrons starting at 4 PM. #NachoAverageThursday #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar @MagicCitySweets
Monday, June 2nd — Sunday, August 31st
Dive into summer fun at Magic City Sweets Ice Cream Shop’s Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar, where families can enjoy custom ice cream creations and free retro arcade games in downtown Minot. Rated as the chillest spot, it’s the perfect hangout for kids and families until August 31st! #IceCreamFun #FamilyHangout #SavorMinot
Hot, New, Fresh
On Tap Right Now! @Atypical
Tuesday, June 17th — Sunday, June 22nd
Discover what’s brewing at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in downtown Minot from June 17th to 22nd, featuring barrel-aged beers, live music, and food trucks. Don’t miss out on this World Beer Cup-winning experience! #CraftBeer #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Hot Tots After Party! @BlueRider
Thursday, June 19th
Celebrate the end of every Hot Tots home game at the legendary Blue Rider dive bar in downtown Minot! Enjoy fiery Hot Tot Shots, ice-cold beers, and the chance to dance to live music with fans and players. #HotTotsAfterParty #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Live Music!
– WILD HORSES – @Atypical
Thursday, June 19th
Get ready for a night of rootsy Americana as Wild Horses takes the stage at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in downtown Minot on June 19th. Enjoy live music, great beer, and food trucks starting at 7 PM for just a $5 cover—fun for all ages! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Custom Framing Sale On Diplomas And Graduation Photos @Artmain
Wednesday, May 14th — Monday, June 30th
Celebrate your achievements with Artmain’s custom framing sale on diplomas and graduation photos, happening now through June 30 in downtown Minot. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your success in style! #FrameYourSuccess #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Demon Pork BBQ (June Hoagie of the Month) @MagicCityHoagies
Monday, June 2nd — Monday, June 30th
Indulge in the flavors of summer with Magic City Hoagies’ June Hoagie of the Month, the Demon Pork BBQ, featuring Carolina Chaos Mustard BBQ Sauce and a medley of savory toppings. Available in downtown Minot from June 2nd to June 30th, don’t miss this mouthwatering creation! #BBQLovers #MinotEats #SavorMinot
