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Today in Minot
Today is Sunday, March 30th. The sun will rise on the 11th day of spring, and the 89th day of the year at 7:27 AM. We will see 12 hours 45 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:12 PM.
Today is: National Turkey Neck Soup Day, National Virtual Vacation Day, National Pencil Day, National I Am In Control Day, National Doctors Day, National Take A Walk In The Park Day
Today’s Featured Happenings
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Mar. 25th – Mar. 30th
@Atypical | Stop in & Warm Up With a Great Local Beer!
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Twins Home Opener Watch Party & Autograph Giveaway
Apr. 3rd
@BlueRider | Voted North Dakota’s Best Dive Bar!
The Weather
Currently we have overcast sky conditions. The temperature is 24 degrees. The wind is 10 mph out of the North. With wind and humidity factored, it feels like 13 degrees. Today we are expecting afternoon clouds. The temperature will reach a high of 34°F with winds 5-10 mph out of the North.
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Minot residents gathered one last time this month at the Public Library to connect with city leaders and discuss pressing community issues. Public safety took center stage, with Interim Police Chief Dale Plessas highlighting efforts to boost patrols despite being short 15 to 17 officers. Strategies to address the staffing gap include expanding Community Service Officer roles and partnering with Minot State and the Air Force. Meanwhile, city leaders weighed the costly decision of renovating Legacy City Hall or building a new facility—both options with long-term implications. Megan Topping with KX News has the full story.
In a city that has weathered floods and derechos, Cedar Rapids is turning to nature for resilience—starting with its youngest residents. The newly designated “Nature Everywhere Accelerator Community” will transform aging school playgrounds into green havens where children can climb, explore and simply be kids. For many local students, especially those in apartments or from immigrant families, these schoolyards represent their primary connection to the natural world. It’s more than just prettier playgrounds—it’s about nurturing development through something as fundamental as dirt under fingernails.
Olivia Cohen with the Cedar Rapids Gazette has the full story on an idea worth spreading.
On This Day
On this day, the U.S. calculated coldly in negotiation with Russia, Merv Griffin had a question about a game show, and a guy named John took a shot at a President. In Minot, we weren’t sure government competing against private businesses was a good idea, we had 60 candidates for local offices, and ammunition from an earlier era was keeping kids busy.
On this day in 1867, the United States purchased Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million, a deal negotiated by Secretary of State William H. Seward, which was initially ridiculed as “Seward’s Folly” but later recognized for its strategic and resource value.
On this day in 1964, the game show “Jeopardy!” created by Merv Griffin, premiered on NBC, becoming a long-running and influential television program known for its unique answer-and-question format.
On this day in 1981, President Ronald Reagan was shot and wounded by John Hinckley Jr. in an assassination attempt outside the Washington Hilton Hotel, an event that led to significant changes in U.S. Secret Service protocols and gun control debates.
Born and Died: Vincent van Gogh, (Born, 1853) Dutch post-impressionist painter known for works like “Starry Night,” Eric Clapton, (Born, 1945) British rock and blues guitarist and singer known for hits like “Layla,” Celine Dion, (Born, 1968) Canadian singer known for her powerful voice and hits like “My Heart Will Go On,” James Cagney, (Born, 1899) American actor known for his roles in gangster films, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, (Died, 2002) Mother of Queen Elizabeth II and beloved figure in British history, Tracy Chapman, (Born, 1964) American singer-songwriter known for her hit “Fast Car,” Richard Sherman, (Born, 1988) American football cornerback known for his time with the Seattle Seahawks, Paul Reiser, (Born, 1956) American actor and comedian known for his role in “Mad About You,” John Astin, (Born, 1930) American actor known for his role as Gomez Addams in “The Addams Family,” Rudolf Steiner, (Died, 1925) Austrian philosopher and founder of anthroposophy, Norah Jones, (Born, 1979) American singer-songwriter and pianist known for her Grammy-winning music.
The state administration has reduced the price of flour manufactured at the state owned mill to a price 50 cents a sack lower than can be done by private mills, unless they operate at a loss. The private mills have dropped their prices accordingly, the Independent understands, but just how long they will be able to keep this up is a question.
Why we published it: Those mills are no longer with us today. Should that be taken as a warning? Are we looking closely enough at where government is competing with private enterprise on our own time? Or are we in a moment where a little socialism isn't the worst idea?
The whole Minot district is covered with Indian flint arrow heads, relics of the early days when the Red men battled with warriors from other tribes, and hunted the buffalo that were plentiful on the prairie. Jesse Hake, scoutmaster of troop 14, Minot and his assistant, George Miller took the entire troop out recently and each scout found at least one arrow head. All it takes to find one is a good eye and a little patience.
Why we published it: These treasures left behind by our area's first inhabitants are still discovered from time to time, but they are not as prolific as they once were. It is a reminder that while we make think ourselves chief, we are really just stewards who hold the space for those who come after us.
Minot voters will go to the polls next Tuesday to vote for sixty some candidates for mayor, aldermen, treasurer and police magistrate. The city election is the great “spring sport” in Minot. Candidates and voters take these city elections seriously, just as they should. Among the candidates are a fine lot of fellows, the larger number of whom have offered themselves up for the sacrifice, for there are not enough offices to go around. Out of the lot, the voters will select a mayor, 14 aldermen, police magistrate and a treasurer who will receive the undivided support of the citizens of Minot the day after they are elected. City elections wax hot. Folks cool off the day after the polls close and go about their business. ’Twas ever thus in Minot.
Why we published it: From decade to decade of Minot's early years, there was often a different form of government. The last time this column checked in with the City of Minot, it was in Commission form, but here it is later back in Council form. This tradition was reignited not long ago, proving once again, "Twas ever thus in Minot."
That the country is facing the greatest period of debauchery, since the days following the Civil war, as a result of the newly legalized beer, which he expects to be stronger than that 'of the old days,' is the contention of William E. 'Pussyfoot' Johnson, ardent veteran prohibitionist who spoke at the Presbyterian church in Minot Thursday evening.
Why we published it: Today we when we speak of 'pussyfooting' about, it means we're stepping gingerly and likely not getting much done. It's a meaning was inspired from feline tendencies to step cautiously, but was elevated greatly when the nickname was assigned prohibitionist George M. "Pussyfoot" Johnson. Here ends today's unexpected history lesson
The campaign was started last week, in conjunction with public-spirited newspapers and newspapermen throughout the state of North Dakota to knock old man 'Depression' into a cocked hat. The campaign is now under way. Everyone is interested, and already there is improvement in conditions of employment. Business men and property owners are looking over their interests to determine needed repairs and improvements. Their immediate response to suggestions made by the daily and weekly press has put many unemployed men and women to work. Let’s keep up the good work.
Why we published it: The depression hung around for a really long time. Last two days of this column featured news from years later, and still it was making the news. But it wasn't for lack of trying ideas to get the economic engine running. Here is yet another example; making direct appeals to those with means to begin investing by providing use of labor and wage to a neighbor who needed it.
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“You have to remind yourself that you can do the very best you can when you’re very, very relaxed, no matter what it is, whatever your job is. The more relaxed you are, the better you are. That’s sort of why I got into acting. I realized the more fun I had, the better I did. I thought, well, that’s a job I could be proud of.
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— Bill Murray, Interview – 2014 Toronto Film Festival
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Sunday, March 30th
Join Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks for Sweetly Sour Sundays on March 30th in downtown Minot, where you can enjoy $1 off every sour beer on tap, in cans, or bottles. Experience live music, delicious food trucks, and award-winning brews at this local favorite! #CraftBeerLovers #SundayFunday #SavorMinot
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Tuesday, March 25th — Sunday, March 30th
Discover what’s “On Tap Right Now!” at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in downtown Minot, where you can enjoy award-winning barrel-aged beers, live music, and food trucks from March 25th to March 30th. Don’t miss out on this hot, new, and fresh experience! #CraftBeer #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
