A total of 16,810,000 acres will be planted in crops in North Dakota this spring, according to Intentions to Plan reports received from farmers by the agricultural statistician at Fargo.
— March 29, 1934 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
This is not the most interesting article, but we’ve flagged it because of what we’re working on behind the scenes… it’s a little something about measuring. So when we come across statistics worth tracking, we’re setting them aside for later. We share them because we’ve already don the work of documenting them.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
Josey @BlueRider
Friday, May 16th
Get ready for a night of live music with Josey at Blue Rider this Friday, May 16th! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and good times with no cover charge. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
26th Annual Testicle Festival @BlueRider
Saturday, April 19th
Join the fun at the 26th Annual Testicle Festival at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot on April 19th at 4:00 pm! Enjoy unique eats, stiff drinks, and support a great cause with limited edition tees available. #FestivalFun #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Cold Sweat @BlueRider
Saturday, March 29th
Get ready for a night of hip hop and good vibes as Cold Sweat returns to Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, March 29th. Enjoy live music, 16 ice-cold beers on tap, and no cover charge! #LiveMusic #ColdSweat #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Full Flower Moon Fairy Hike @FortStevenson
Friday, May 9th — Saturday, May 10th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park for the Full Flower Moon Fairy Hike on May 9th-10th and experience a magical evening adventure under the stars. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages, this hike is part of the park’s exciting Evening Hike Series. #NatureAdventure #EveningHike #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
St. Patrick Swayze Day @BlueRider
Saturday, August 16th
Join the fun at Blue Rider’s St. Patrick Swayze Day on August 16th and celebrate with themed specials, merchandise, and non-stop hits from Dirty Dancing and Roadhouse. Don’t miss the chance to relive the magic of Swayze in downtown Minot! #SwayzeCelebration #DanceTheNightAway #SavorMinot
Live Music!
REVERSE COVER NIGHT w/ Matt Woods @BlueRider
Tuesday, May 27th
Join the fun at Blue Rider’s REVERSE COVER NIGHT with Matt Woods on Tuesday, May 27th, and get paid $5 just for showing up! Enjoy live music from 7:00 to 9:00 PM in downtown Minot with Appalachia’s own Matt Woods. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Kenmujo @BlueRider
Tuesday, May 20th
Experience the explosive energy of Kenmujo at Blue Rider on Tuesday, May 20th, as this Philadelphia-based performer brings his unique fusion of acoustic guitar and noise performance to Downtown Minot. Don’t miss this chance to feel the universal power of music that transcends boundaries. #LiveMusic #Kenmujo #SavorMinot
