Today is Wednesday, May 8th. The sun will rise on the 50th day of spring, and the 129th day of the year at 6:14 AM. We will see 14 hours 55 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:09 PM.
Currently we have mostly cloudy skies. The temperature is 49 degrees. The wind is 13 mph out of the Northeast. Today, we are expecting showers late with cloudy and mild conditions. The temperature will reach a high of 68°F with winds 10 mph out of the Northwest. There is a 20-25% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1886, Coca-Cola was first sold to the public at Jacob’s Pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia. The carbonated beverage, originally intended as a patent medicine, would go on to become one of the most iconic and recognizable brands in the world.
Born & Died: Harry S. Truman, (Born, 1884) 33rd President of the United States, Enrique Iglesias, (Born, 1975) Spanish singer, songwriter, and actor, David Attenborough, (Born, 1926) English broadcaster and natural historian, Ricky Nelson, (Died, 1985) American actor, musician, and singer-songwriter, Don Rickles, (Died, 2017) American stand-up comedian and actor
Today is: International Thalassaemia Day,National Student Nurse Day,World Ovarian Cancer Day,World Red Cross Day,National Coconut Cream Pie Day,Time Of Remembrance And Reconciliation,National Receptionists Day,National Third Shift Workers Day,National Have A Coke Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Service Industry Night @BlueRider | Wednesday, May 22nd
- They Won’t Stay Dead! @PrairieSkyBreads | Thursday, May 30th
- Magical Mermaids @TaubeMuseum | Wednesday, June 5th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Chandler Bing From the show “Friends”. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, May 6th — Thursday, May 9th
🍻 Double the fun at Arny’s 2.0! Swing by for our Buy One Get One Free on well drinks and domestic pours during Happy Hour, now through Thursday from open till 6 PM. 🎉 #HappyHour #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
May’s Featured Drinks @OTV
Wednesday, May 1st — Friday, May 31st
Kick off May with Off The Vine’s new drink specials in Downtown Minot! From a homemade cold brew espresso liqueur to a non-alcoholic Black Currant Fizz, there’s a refreshing pick for everyone. #MayDrinks #WineBar #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Coalescence: 2024 Senior Capstone Exhibition @NorthwestArtsCenter
Friday, May 3rd — Friday, June 7th
🎨 Witness the fusion of creativity at the Coalescence: 2024 Senior Capstone Exhibition, featuring eight talented Minot State University art students. Join us at the Northwest Arts Center from May 3rd to June 7th and experience the culmination of their artistic journey! 🖼️ #ArtExhibition #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Watch Battery Wednesdays @RicksJewelry
Wednesday, May 8th
This Wednesday, breathe new life into your timepiece at Rick’s Jewelry in downtown Minot! Mention “SavorMinot” for a $2 discount on your watch battery replacement and keep ticking with #WatchBatteryWednesdays. #TimeForANewBattery #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
The Taco Grinder! (May’s Hoagie of the Month!) @MagicCityHoagies
Wednesday, May 1st — Friday, May 31st
🌮🥖 Dive into the flavors of May with Magic City Hoagies’ Taco Grinder! Choose from ham, turkey, or salami, loaded with seasoned beef and all your favorite taco toppings, available all month long in Downtown Minot. #HoagieOfTheMonth #TasteExperience #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Happy Hour with a View! @1685
Wednesday, May 8th — Saturday, May 11th
Join us at 1685 for ‘Happy Hour with a View’ from May 8th to May 11th and enjoy spectacular winter views over South Minot’s golf course while warming up with our delicious Pho Fries and Buffalo Pimento Dip! Don’t miss out on these flavors that promise to cut through the cold, every Wednesday through Saturday this winter. #HappyHour #WinterWarmers #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, May 6th — Friday, May 10th
🎶📽️ This Wednesday at Budget Music & Video in Downtown Minot, just say “Savor Minot” at checkout to enjoy a 10% discount on everything from vintage LPs to unique handmade jewelry and more! Don’t miss out on enhancing your collection with our diverse range of music, movies, and collectibles. 🎸🎥 #MusicDeals #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
A Start in Art! @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, May 7th — Wednesday, May 8th
🎨✨ Spark your child’s creativity with Taube Museum of Art’s “A Start in Art!” happening May 7th & 8th in Downtown Minot. Join us for a blend of storytelling, a surprise animal visit from Roosevelt Park Zoo, and hands-on art projects tailored for kids! 🐾📚 #FamilyFun #ArtEducation #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Reuben Sandwiches (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, May 8th — Sunday, May 12th
Craving a classic with a twist? Dive into the delicious Reuben sandwich on PSB pumpernickel, part of this week’s specials at Prairie Sky Breads in Downtown Minot, available from May 8th to May 12th. #ComfortFood #DowntownDelights #SavorMinot
