On this day in 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued a proclamation designating the last Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day, establishing it as a national holiday in the United States.
On this day in 1929, the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes was renamed the Kingdom of Yugoslavia by King Alexander I, in an effort to foster greater unity among the diverse ethnic groups within the country.
On this day in 1995, former NFL player O.J. Simpson was acquitted of the murders of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman in a highly publicized trial that captivated the nation and sparked widespread debate about race, justice, and media influence.
Born & Died: Gwen Stefani, (Born, 1969) American singer and songwriter known as the lead vocalist of No Doubt, Woody Guthrie, (Died, 1967) Influential American folk musician known for “This Land Is Your Land,” Stevie Ray Vaughan, (Born, 1954) American blues guitarist and singer, Janet Leigh, (Died, 2004) American actress known for her role in “Psycho,” Clive Owen, (Born, 1964) British actor known for his roles in “Closer” and “Children of Men,” Thomas Wolfe, (Died, 1938) American novelist known for “Look Homeward, Angel,” Lena Headey, (Born, 1973) British actress known for her role in “Game of Thrones,” Tom Bosley, (Born, 1927) American actor best known for his role as Howard Cunningham on “Happy Days.”
As American as Apple Pie
“Shoot a Yankee soldier or gas him or blow him up and you merely vex him, but try to take away his doughnuts or his pie and you make him viciously peevish.”
The Ward County Independent, October 3, 1918
Apartment Sparks Zoning Controversy in Eastwood Park
“The zoning ordinance states plainly that apartment houses shall not be located in Eastwood park.”
The Ward County Independent, October 3, 1929
Bottineau Bull Puts Minot Attorney Up a Tree
“Although his first impulse was to have a writ of certiorari served on the bull, Mr. Halvorson started for the nearest tree and climbed to safety in its branches.”
The Ward County Independent, October 3, 1929
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is the 16th President of the United States Abraham Lincoln. Read and grade the reults here.
Performances & Exhibitions
Old Gold: Steel & Wood @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, September 10th — Thursday, October 10th
Discover the beauty in the forgotten at the Taube Museum of Art’s exhibit Old Gold: Steel & Wood, open from September 10th to October 10th. Don’t miss the artist’s reception on September 12th! #ArtExhibit #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Thursday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Thursday, October 3rd
Discover the freshest local produce and handmade goods at the Minot Farmers Market every Thursday in Oak Park. Support local farmers and artisans from 9 AM to 12 PM and experience the best of farm-to-table offerings. #FarmersMarket #FarmToTable #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Custom Framing Sale! @Artmain
Tuesday, October 1st — Saturday, October 12th
Discover the perfect way to showcase and preserve your cherished items with Artmain’s Custom Framing Sale in Downtown Minot. Enjoy a 15% discount on expert framing services now through October 12th—mention you saw it on SavorMinot for a quote! #CustomFraming #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
2 for 1 Margaritas! @DonTapatío
Wednesday, October 2nd — Thursday, October 3rd
Enjoy 2-for-1 Margaritas at Don Tapatío in Downtown Minot this Wednesday and Thursday! Don’t miss out on this delicious deal and experience authentic Mexican cuisine. #HappyHour #MexicanFlavors #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 30th — Sunday, October 6th
Warm up your week with daily hearty soups at Schatz Crossroads in South Minot from September 30th to October 6th. Don’t miss out on these delicious weekly features at the truck stop! 🍲 #SoupSeason #MinotEats #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Rachel (and the rest of this week’s features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, October 2nd — Sunday, October 6th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ featured sandwich of the week, The Rachel, with its delicious blend of turkey, sauerkraut cream cheese, and more on PSB pumpernickel bread. Don’t miss out on their house salad and other weekly delights from October 2nd to 6th in downtown Minot. #PrairieSkyBreads #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Das Brat | Hoagie of the Month @MagicCityHoagies
Tuesday, October 1st — Thursday, October 31st
Get ready to savor the flavors of fall with Magic City Hoagies’ “Das Brat” Hoagie of the Month, featuring all pork bratwurst, beer cheese, sauerkraut, spicy mustard, and crispy onions. Available in downtown Minot from October 1st to 31st, this creation is a must-try for sandwich lovers. #HoagieHeaven #OctoberFest #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, September 30th — Friday, October 4th
Today’s Features
Nacho Average Thursday @BlueRider
Thursday, October 3rd
Get ready for Nacho Average Thursday at the Blue Rider in downtown Minot, where you can dive into delicious nachos and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Join the fun on October 3rd from 4 PM and make it a night to remember with stiff drinks and free popcorn. #NachoAverageThursday #BlueRider #SavorMinot
