More than 25 per cent of North Dakota’s farms have been sprayed with DDT for fly control this summer, the first year of the county agent spray program!
The Ward County Independent, November 20, 1947
Why We Chose It
We’d later find out the DDT was bad. Really bad. It makes you wonder, what wonderful product are we buying today that’s going to have the same story in 20 years?
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is personification of winter Jack Frost. Read and grade the results here.
Future Fun!
Special Events & Fundraisers
Soup it Up 2025! @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, February 22nd
Mark your calendars for Soup it Up 2025 at the Taube Museum of Art on February 22nd, where you can savor a variety of soups and participate in a silent auction. Join fellow food lovers in downtown Minot for this tasty fundraiser and vote for your favorite soup! #SoupItUp2025 #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Dickens Village Festival 2024 @DickensFestival
Friday, November 29th — Saturday, November 30th
Step back in time at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison, where the town transforms into a charming Victorian village inspired by Charles Dickens. Enjoy live entertainment, unique events like the Fruticake Toss, and the Piccadilly Square Craft Vendor Show starting Thanksgiving week. #DickensVillageFestival #VictorianChristmas #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
A Renaissance Christmas Feast @MinotChamberChorale
Friday, December 6th — Saturday, December 7th
Experience a magical evening with the Minot Chamber Chorale’s Renaissance Christmas Feast, featuring classic holiday tunes and new compositions in downtown Minot. Join the festivities at the Regency Event Center on December 6th and 7th at 7 p.m. #RenaissanceFeast #MinotChorale #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Captain Fantastic | The Magic of Elton John @DickensFestival
Friday, December 6th
Get ready to be dazzled by Captain Fantastic, the ultimate Elton John Tribute Show, at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on Friday, December 6th. Experience stunning recreations of Elton John’s iconic hits and mesmerizing costumes in a spectacular musical journey. #EltonJohnTribute #Rocketman #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Christmas in the Park! @MinotSertoma
Friday, November 29th — Tuesday, December 31st
Experience the magic of the holiday season at Minot Sertoma Club’s Christmas in the Park, featuring enchanting light displays at Oak Park from November 29 to December 31. Drive through with your family for just $5 per car and enjoy the festive atmosphere! #ChristmasInMinot #HolidayLights #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Cinderella @MouseRiverPlayers
Thursday, November 21st — Sunday, November 24th
Experience the magic of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella with Mouse River Players in Downtown Minot from November 21st to 24th. Don’t miss this enchanting Broadway adaptation that brings a fresh twist to a beloved classic! #CinderellaInMinot #BroadwayMagic #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Cinderella @MouseRiverPlayers
Friday, November 29th — Sunday, December 1st
Experience the magic of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella with Mouse River Players in Downtown Minot from November 29th to December 1st. Don’t miss this enchanting Broadway adaptation where dreams come true and classic songs come alive! #CinderellaOnStage #MinotTheater #SavorMinot
