On this day in 1504, Michelangelo’s statue of David was unveiled in Florence, Italy. The masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture depicts the biblical hero David and represents the pinnacle of artistic achievement during the Renaissance.
On this day in 1664, the Dutch surrendered New Amsterdam to the English, who subsequently renamed the city New York. This transfer of control marked a significant moment in the colonial history of North America.
On this day in 1974, U.S. President Gerald Ford granted a full pardon to his predecessor Richard Nixon for any crimes he may have committed while in office, a controversial decision that aimed to help the nation move past the Watergate scandal.
Property Taxes Were Still in the News
There is no question but what the state board has shown discrimination in dealing with Minot and may be proved conclusively by comparing the taxes on buildings in the business district of this city with buildings of a like nature in Grand Forks, Fargo and other cities across the state. To increase the taxes on business property in Minot would mean higher rents and this increased expense of conducting business would have to be passed on to the residents of Minot. “
Ward County Independent, September 8, 1921
Were Taxes A Hundred Years Ago Worse?
… a one story building, 36×100 feet, with basement, on which the taxes a year ago were $1300.00. The increased valuation arrived at by the state board means the taxes on this building will be about $1500.
Ward County Independent, September 8, 1921
Medora Nights
Forlorn little Medora—a ‘bust-ed’ cowtown, concerning which I once heard one of my men remark, in reply to an inquisitive commercial traveler: ‘How many people lives here? ‘Eleven—counting the chickens—when they’re all in town.
From a Deserted Village, by Herman Hagedorn
Today in Minot
Taste & Experience
Brunch! @Arny’s
Saturday, September 7th — Sunday, September 8th
Kick off your weekend mornings (or afternoons) with a delicious brunch at Arny’s 2.0 in downtown Minot! Join us on September 7th and 8th for great food and mimosas. #BrunchVibes #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 2nd — Sunday, September 8th
Warm up your week with “Souped Up Specials” at Schatz Crossroads in South Minot! Enjoy a different hearty soup every day from Monday, September 2nd to Sunday, September 8th. 🍲 #SoupSeason #MinotEats #SavorMinot
Today’s Features
Sweetly Sour Sundays! @Atypical
Sunday, September 8th
Join us at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks this Sunday, September 8th, for Sweetly Sour Sundays! Enjoy $1 off every sour beer while grooving to live music and savoring delicious food truck fare. #CraftBeerLovers #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
September Features @Arny’s
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Celebrate September at Arny’s 2.0 with a drink menu that offers everything from the crisp kick of Jim Beam & Coke to the sophisticated blend of Patron Silver & Soda. Whiskey lovers can enjoy Elijah Craig, Basil Hayden, or a classic Old Fashioned twist. #DowntownMinot #LateNightEats #SavorMinot
