Today is Friday, April 19th. The sun will rise on the 31st day of spring, and the 110th day of the year at 6:46 AM. We will see 13 hours 56 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:42 PM.
Currently we have overcast skies. The temperature is 24 degrees. The wind is 22 mph out of the West. With wind and humidity factored, it feels like 9 degrees. Today, we are expecting mostly sunny and refreshingly cool weather. The temperature will reach a high of 51°F with winds 10-15 mph out of the Northwest.
On This Day
On this day in 1995, a truck bomb exploded outside the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, killing 168 people and injuring hundreds more. The devastating attack shocked the nation and served as a stark reminder of the potential for domestic terrorism on American soil.
Born & Died: Maria Sharapova, (Born, 1987) Professional tennis player, five-time Grand Slam champion, James Franco, (Born, 1978) Actor, director, and writer, known for roles in “127 Hours” and “Pineapple Express”, Ashley Judd, (Born, 1968) Actress and political activist, known for roles in “Double Jeopardy” and “Divergent”, Jayne Mansfield, (Born, 1933) Actress and sex symbol of the 1950s and 1960s, Eliot Ness, (Died, 1957) American Prohibition agent, famous for leading a team of law enforcement agents known as The Untouchables, Dudley Moore, (Born, 1935) English actor, comedian, and musician, known for roles in “Arthur” and “10”, Tim Curry, (Born, 1946) English actor and singer, known for roles in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Clue”
Today is: National Hanging Out Day,National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day,National Garlic Day,National Amaretto Day,National Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day,National North Dakota Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Record Store Day 2024 @BudgetMusic | Saturday, April 20th
- Meet the Candidate Ice Cream Social @MagicCitySweets | Saturday, April 20th
- Blue Rider Dance Party! @BlueRider | Saturday, April 20th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Gatsby from F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby”. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Monthly Features
Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt @MagicCityHoagies
Monday, April 1st — Tuesday, April 30th
Dive into the flavors of downtown Minot this April with Magic City Hoagies’ mouth-watering Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt, our Hoagie of the Month! Experience the perfect blend of chipotle seasoned chicken, pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch, all pressed with a Parm crust. #HoagieHeaven #FlavorExplosion #SavorMinot
Social & Networking
Artists After Hours Photographers Showcase @MinotArts
Friday, April 19th
“Capture the essence of Minot’s vibrant art scene at the Artists After Hours Photographers Showcase this April 19th at the Carnegie Center. Don’t miss the chance to meet our new Executive Directors and explore the stunning works of local photographers and special guest, Union Silos artist Guido van Helten! #ArtInMinot #PhotographyShowcase #SavorMinot”
Performances & Exhibitions
North Dakota Student Art Show @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, April 9th — Friday, April 26th
Discover the future of art in North Dakota at the Student Art Show, hosted by the Taube Museum of Art in downtown Minot from April 9th to April 26th. Don’t miss your chance to witness the creativity of tomorrow’s artists, open Tuesday through Saturday! #NorthDakotaArt #StudentArtists #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip & The Hawaiian @OTV
Monday, April 1st — Tuesday, April 30th
Dive into April’s mouthwatering specials at Off The Vine in Downtown Minot – the Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip and The Hawaiian are flavors you’ll want to experience more than once! 🍍🥓 #WineAndDine #TapasTreats #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Hot Lunch Specials! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, April 15th — Friday, April 19th
Warm up your week with Big Dog Saloon’s Hot Lunch Specials, from Knoephla Soup to Country Fried Steak, April 15th-19th in Surrey. Dive into delicious pub food with a side of small-town charm and discover our secret menu item! #PubGrub #WeeklySpecials #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Freaky Friday! @BudgetMusic
Friday, April 19th
Step into Budget Music & Video this Freaky Friday, April 19th, for a shopping experience full of surprises! Bring your picks to the counter and discover discounts of 10%, 15%, or even 20% on your favorite items – it’s all about the luck of the draw in downtown Minot. #FreakyFriday #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, April 15th — Saturday, April 20th
Dive into deliciousness with Schatz Crossroads’ Truckstop Lunch Specials happening April 15th-20th in Minot! Catch two mouth-watering specials starting at 11:00 am daily, but hurry—they won’t last long. #SchatzComfortFood #MinotEats #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Happy Hour with a View! @1685
Wednesday, April 17th — Saturday, April 20th
Experience a Happy Hour like no other at 1685 in South Minot, where the winter views are breathtaking and the menu, featuring Pho Fries and Buffalo Pimento Dip, promises to warm you up. Join us from Wednesday, April 17th to Saturday, April 20th for flavors that fight the frost. #HappyHourHeaven #WinterWarmers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Pizza Sandwich Week (And More!) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, April 17th — Sunday, April 21st
Dive into flavor town at Prairie Sky Breads during Pizza Sandwich Week (And More!) from April 17th-21st in Downtown Minot. Savor our special hummus & cucumber toast, strawberry salad, and more alongside our beloved pizza sandwiches. #PizzaSandwichWeek #DowntownDelights #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, April 15th — Sunday, April 21st
Warm up your week with Souped Up Specials at Schatz Crossroads, South Minot! From April 15th to 21st, dive into a different hearty soup each day. 🍜 #HeartyEats #SoupLoversUnite #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Guitars on the Green @WhiskeyNine
Friday, April 19th
Join us at Whiskey Nine in Downtown Minot for an unforgettable night of live music with Chloe Marie at Guitars on the Green, April 19th! Don’t miss out on an evening filled with amazing tunes, gourmet food, cocktails, and golf. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Killing Smallz @TheOriginal
Friday, April 19th — Saturday, April 20th
Get ready to rock out with Killing Smallz at The Original Bar & Nightclub in Minot, April 19th-20th! Don’t miss two nights of all your favorite hits starting at 9:30 PM. #LiveMusic #NightLife #SavorMinot
