Today is Friday, April 5th. The sun will rise on the 17th day of spring, and the 96th day of the year at 7:13 AM. We will see 13 hours 9 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:22 PM.
Currently we have clear, chilly weather. The temperature is 31 degrees. The wind is 8 mph out of the Southeast. With wind and humidity factored, it feels like 23 degrees. Today, we are expecting cloudy and mild weather. The temperature will reach a high of 59°F with winds 20 mph out of the Southeast.
On This Day
On this day in 1955, Winston Churchill resigned as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. His leadership during World War II and his powerful oratory made him one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.
Born & Died: Booker T. Washington, (Born, 1856) African American educator, author, and advisor to presidents, Gregory Peck, (Born, 1916) American actor known for his roles in “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “Roman Holiday”, Agnetha Fältskog, (Born, 1950) Swedish singer and member of the pop group ABBA, Pharrell Williams, (Born, 1973) American singer, songwriter, and producer, Colin Powell, (Born, 1937) American statesman and retired four-star general in the United States Army, Spencer Tracy, (Died, 1967) American actor known for his roles in “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” and “Adam’s Rib”, Bette Davis, (Died, 1989) American actress known for her roles in “All About Eve” and “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?”,
Today is: National Go For Broke Day,First Contact Day,National Flash Drive Day,National Deep Dish Pizza Day,National Nebraska Day,National Raisin And Spice Bar Day,Gold Star Spouses Day,National Read A Road Map Day,National Caramel Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- 25th Annual Testicle Festival @BlueRider | Saturday, April 6th
- Hot Dogs for a Cause! @MinotFireworks | Saturday, April 6th
- Maple Sugaring Day! @FortStevenson | Saturday, April 13th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Enterprise Captain Jean-Luc Picard. 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
Live Music!
Guitars on the Green @WhiskeyNine
Friday, April 5th
Kick off your weekend with a swing at Whiskey Nine’s Guitars on the Green this Friday, April 5th in downtown Minot! Enjoy an evening of live music by local talent Lila Farden, gourmet food, cocktails, and golf in our cozy downstairs bar. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #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
Specials & Sales
Freaky Friday! @BudgetMusic
Friday, April 5th
Dive into the unexpected this Freaky Friday at Budget Music & Video! Bring your finds to the counter on April 5th to uncover surprise discounts on your favorite tunes and flicks. #FreakyFriday #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Weekly Features @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, April 3rd — Sunday, April 7th
Dive into the flavors of downtown Minot this week at Prairie Sky Breads! From our Chicken Artichoke special to our signature salads and toasts, there’s something to delight everyone. #DowntownDelights #PrairieSkyBreads #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
This Week’s Soups @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, April 1st — Sunday, April 7th
Warm up your week with a different hearty soup every day at Schatz Crossroads in South Minot, from April 1st to April 7th! Dive into deliciousness and make your way to the truck stop for a taste that’s sure to delight. 🍲 #HeartySoups #WarmUpWithUs #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, April 1st — Saturday, April 6th
Dive into deliciousness with Schatz Crossroads’ Lunch Specials happening April 1st – 6th in Minot! Two unique specials kick off daily at 11:00 am until sold out – don’t miss out on the comfort food magic at the Truck Stop. #SchatzComfortFood #MinotEats #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Happy Hour with a View! @1685
Wednesday, April 3rd — Saturday, April 6th
Experience a unique Happy Hour with a view at 1685 in South Minot, from April 3rd to 6th, where the winter scenery is breathtaking and the menu, featuring Pho Fries and Buffalo Pimento Dip, promises to warm you up. Join us Wednesdays through Saturdays all winter for flavors that fight the frost. #HappyHourHeaven #WinterWarmers #SavorMinot
