Today is Friday, July 26th. The sun will rise on the 37th day of summer, and the 208th day of the year at 6:13 AM. We will see 15 hours 15 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:28 PM.
Currently we have clear, warm weather. The temperature is 77 degrees. The wind is 4 mph out of the South. Today, we are expecting broken clouds and extremely hot weather. The temperature will reach a high of 91°F with winds 15 mph out of the West. There is a 5-10% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1953, Fidel Castro led an attack on the Moncada Barracks in Santiago de Cuba, an event that sparked the Cuban Revolution and eventually led to the overthrow of the Batista regime and the establishment of a communist government.
Born & Died: Mick Jagger, (Born, 1943) English musician and lead singer of The Rolling Stones, Eva Perón, (Died, 1952) First Lady of Argentina and famed political leader known for her charity work, Sandra Bullock, (Born, 1964) Academy Award-winning American actress known for roles in “The Blind Side” and “Gravity,” Sam Houston, (Died, 1863) American soldier and politician best known for his role in bringing Texas into the United States, Stanley Kubrick, (Born, 1928) Acclaimed American film director known for films like “2001: A Space Odyssey” and “The Shining,” George Bernard Shaw, (Died, 1950) Irish playwright and critic famous for works such as “Pygmalion,” Aldous Huxley, (Born, 1894) English writer best known for his dystopian novel “Brave New World,” Carl Jung, (Born, 1875) Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst who founded analytical psychology.
Today is: National Disability Independence Day,National Talk In An Elevator Day,National Get Gnarly Day,National All Or Nothing Day,National Bagelfest Day,National Aunt and Uncle’s Day,National Coffee Milkshake Day,National System Administrator Appreciation Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Karaoke Night @BlueRider | Saturday, July 27th
- LeeWok Adventure Race @RunWithHeart | Saturday, September 7th
- Norsk Høstfest 2024 @Høstfest | Wednesday, September 25th — Saturday, September 28th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Swiss psychiatrist and founder of the analytical psychology Carl Jung. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Weekly Features
The Reuben (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, July 24th — Sunday, July 28th
Indulge in a classic Reuben sandwich at Prairie Sky Breads this week, featuring PSB’s signature pumpernickel bread and sauerkraut cream cheese. Don’t miss out on this and other delicious weekly features in downtown Minot from July 24th to 28th! #DowntownMinot #LocalEats #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, July 22nd — Sunday, July 28th
Warm up with a different hearty soup every day at Schatz Crossroads from July 22nd to July 28th! Don’t miss out on these souped-up specials in South Minot! 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
The Jalapeño PoPPer 🌶 (July’s Featured Hoagie!) @MagicCityHoagies
Monday, July 1st — Wednesday, July 31st
🔥 Spice up your summer with Magic City Hoagies’ July Hoagie of the Month – The Jalapeño PoPPer! 🌶 Featuring chicken breast, jalapeño cream cheese, crispy bacon, crunchy jalapeños, ranch, and parmesan crumbs, this sandwich is a flavor explosion you won’t want to miss! #HoagieHeaven #TasteTheMagic #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
Live Music!
Thomas Rhett @NDSF
Friday, July 26th
Get ready to experience country music royalty as Thomas Rhett takes the stage at the North Dakota State Fair on Friday, July 26th! With 21 No. One singles and his latest album “WHERE WE STARTED,” this is one live music event you won’t want to miss. #ThomasRhettLive #NDSF2023 #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
July’s Featured Drinks! @OTV
Monday, July 1st — Wednesday, July 31st
🍷🍹 Sip into July with Off The Vine’s refreshing new monthly cocktails! From a fruity Peach and Orange Sangria to a tropical Java Colada, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in downtown Minot. 🌞🍑 #DrinkLocal #SummerSips #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Italian Sausage Lavosh (July Feature) @OTV
Monday, July 1st — Wednesday, July 31st
Indulge in Off The Vine’s July feature: Italian Sausage Lavosh, a delightful blend of Italian sausage, sweet peppers, mozzarella, and crispy onions on a light crust. Available from July 1st to 31st, don’t miss this guilt-free flavor explosion! #MinotEats #WineAndDine #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Disaster! a 70’s Jukebox Musical @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, July 23rd — Wednesday, July 31st
Dive into the hilarity of the ’70s with MSU Summer Theatre’s final show of the season, “Disaster! A 70’s Jukebox Musical,” featuring classics like “Hooked on a Feeling” in a comedic twist on disaster films. Catch this side-splitting production in Minot from July 23rd to July 31st, where a floating casino’s misadventures are set to a groovy soundtrack. #70sMusic #TheatreLife #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
Ye Old Sausage Shoppe at the Flickertail! @Straight’sCornDogs
Friday, July 19th — Saturday, July 27th
Get ready, Minot! Straight’s Ye Old Sausage & Corn Dogs is bringing their mouthwatering Italian Sausage straight from Chicago to the Flickertail from July 19th to 27th—don’t miss out on this once-a-year treat! 🌭🔥
#FoodTruckHeaven #TasteOfChicago #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, July 22nd — Saturday, July 27th
Don’t miss out on the mouthwatering lunch specials at Schatz Crossroads from July 22nd to July 27th! Swing by at 11:00 am and grab your favorite comfort food before it’s gone. #TruckStopDelights #MinotFoodie #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Colossal Corn Dogs are Coming! @Straight’sCornDogs
Friday, July 19th — Saturday, July 27th
Get ready, Minot! Straight’s Ye Old Sausage & Corn Dogs is bringing their famous colossal corn dogs to the ND State Fair from July 19-27. 🌭🎡 Don’t miss out on this once-a-year treat in the heart of the independent midway! #NDStateFair #CornDogCraze #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, July 22nd — Friday, July 26th
🎶✨ Swing by Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from July 22nd to July 26th, say “Savor Minot,” and snag a 10% discount on everything from CDs and LPs to unique jewelry and Gunpla model kits! Don’t miss out on this sweet deal and explore an eclectic mix of music, movies, and collectibles. #ShopLocal #MinotDeals #SavorMinot
