Today is Wednesday, June 26th. The sun will rise on the 7th day of summer, and the 178th day of the year at 5:46 AM. We will see 16 hours 3 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:49 PM.
Currently we have passing clouds. Cool. The temperature is 51 degrees. The wind is 6 mph out of the Northwest. Today, we are expecting isolated thunderstorms with overcast skies and warm temperatures. The temperature will reach a high of 72°F with winds 10 mph out of the Southeast. There is a 70-75% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1974, the first UPC (Universal Product Code) barcode was scanned at a supermarket in Ohio, ringing up a pack of Wrigley’s gum and marking the beginning of a revolution in retail and inventory management.
Born & Died: Peter Lorre, (Born, 1904) Hungarian-American actor known for his distinctive voice and roles in films like “Casablanca,” Nora Ephron, (Died, 2012) American screenwriter and filmmaker famous for romantic comedies like “When Harry Met Sally…,” Ariana Grande, (Born, 1993) American singer and actress known for her powerful voice and hits like “Thank U, Next,” Roy Campanella, (Born, 1921) American baseball catcher and Hall of Famer who played for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Strom Thurmond, (Died, 2003) Longest-serving U.S. Senator known for his staunchly conservative views, Derek Jeter, (Born, 1974) Legendary American baseball player known for his career with the New York Yankees, Abner Doubleday, (Died, 1893) American Civil War General often mistakenly credited with inventing baseball, Chris Isaak, (Born, 1956) American rock musician and actor known for the hit “Wicked Game”.
Today is: National Beautician’s Day,International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking,International Day In Support Of Victims Of Torture,National Coconut Day,National Barcode Day,National Parchment Day,National Chocolate Pudding Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Thursday Downtown (Arts in the City!) @MinotArts | Thursday, June 27th
- The Spicy Stro! (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads | Saturday, June 29th
- The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt by Edward O’Keefe Book Signing @MainStreetBooks | Tuesday, July 9th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Albus Dumbledore from the “Harry Potter” series. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Kids & Families
Life Drawing @TaubeMuseum
Wednesday, June 26th
🎨 Bring your little artists to the Taube Museum of Art in Downtown Minot for a Life Drawing session on June 26th! Perfect for ages 7 and up, they can enhance their skills with still life and action poses. 🖌️ #ArtForKids #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 24th — Sunday, June 30th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ Souped Up Specials in South Minot, featuring a new hearty soup every day from June 24th to June 30th! Don’t miss out on these delicious daily delights at the truck stop! 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Fur Cute Portrait @TaubeMuseum
Wednesday, June 26th
🎨🧸 Bring your child’s favorite stuffed buddy to life at the Taube Museum of Art’s Fur Cute Portrait event! Join us downtown on June 26th for a fun-filled painting session designed for kids 8 and up. #FamilyFun #ArtLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Pizza Sandwich! (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, June 26th — Sunday, June 30th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ mouthwatering Pizza Sandwich, a delightful fusion of your favorite flavors, available downtown Minot from June 26th to June 30th. Don’t miss out on this week’s delicious features, including the refreshing PSB House Salad! 🍕🥗 #PizzaLovers #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 24th — Saturday, June 29th
🚚🍽️ Craving comfort food? Head to Schatz Crossroads in Minot from June 24th to 29th for daily lunch specials starting at 11:00 am—get them before they’re gone! #TruckStopDelights #DailySpecials #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
June’s Featured Drinks! @OTV
Saturday, June 1st — Sunday, June 30th
Sip into summer with June’s featured drinks at Off The Vine in downtown Minot! Enjoy a refreshing Summer Kalimotxo and a delightful Peach Cider Sparkler, perfect for those warm June days. #WineAndDine #SummerSips #SavorMinot
In Theaters
The 39 Steps @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, June 25th — Sunday, June 30th
Get ready to dive into a whirlwind of mystery and comedy with MSU Summer Theatre’s production of “The 39 Steps” from June 25th to June 30th in Minot! Experience a Hitchcock masterpiece like never before with nonstop laughs, a cast of four playing over 150 characters, and much more. #The39Steps #LiveTheatre #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, June 24th — Friday, June 28th
🎶✨ Say “Savor Minot” at Budget Music & Video from June 24th to 28th and enjoy a 10% discount on everything from CDs to handmade jewelry! Dive into a treasure trove of music, movies, posters, and more in downtown Minot. #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials in Surrey! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, June 24th — Friday, June 28th
Get ready for a week of mouthwatering lunch specials at Big Dog Saloon in Surrey from June 24th to June 28th! Enjoy a friendly small-town atmosphere with daily delights like Cheesy Beef and Potato Burritos and Country Fried Steak, plus a secret menu item you won’t want to miss. #SmallTownCharm #PubGrub #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, June 24th — Thursday, June 27th
Cheers to double the fun at Arny’s 2.0! Enjoy a Buy One Get One offer on well drinks and domestic pours during Happy Hour from June 24th to June 27th, before 6 PM. #DowntownMinot #HappyHour #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Wednesday: The Toughest Trivia in Minot @BlueRider
Wednesday, June 26th
Get ready for Minot’s toughest trivia night at Blue Rider this Wednesday, June 26th! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a chance to win free drinks with your quarters—plus, don’t forget to bring your appetite for Jimmy’s Pizza and more. 🍕🍻 #MinotTrivia #BlueRiderFun #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Watch Battery Wednesdays @RicksJewelry
Wednesday, June 26th
Give your watch the care it deserves with Watch Battery Wednesdays at Rick’s Jewelry in downtown Minot! Mention “SavorMinot” at checkout and save $2 on your battery replacement every Wednesday. #WatchCare #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Summer FUN & Ice Cream Dreams @MagicCitySweets
Saturday, June 1st — Saturday, August 31st
🍦 Dive into summer with a scoop of fun at Magic City Sweets! From June 1st to August 31st, enjoy free arcade games, crazy toppings, and the coolest ice cream social in downtown Minot. 🌞 #IceCreamDreams #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
June’s Hoagie of the Month | The Picnic @MagicCityHoagies
Saturday, June 1st — Sunday, June 30th
Kick off summer with a bite of June’s Hoagie of the Month at Magic City Hoagies! Dive into “The Picnic” – a delicious blend of tangy summer sausage, American cheese, and fresh veggies, topped with crispy potato chips, available all month long in Downtown Minot. #HoagieHeaven #FreshEats #SavorMinot
