On this day in 1941, ground was broken for the construction of the Pentagon, the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense, which would become one of the world’s largest office buildings and a symbol of American military power.
On this day in 2001, the United States experienced devastating terrorist attacks when hijacked planes crashed into the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and a field in Pennsylvania, resulting in nearly 3,000 deaths and leading to significant changes in global security and foreign policy.
On this day in 1973, a military coup in Chile led by General Augusto Pinochet overthrew the democratically elected president, Salvador Allende, resulting in a long and brutal dictatorship that lasted until 1990.
Born & Died: D.H. Lawrence, (Born, 1885) English writer and poet, Paul “Bear” Bryant, (Born, 1913) Legendary American college football coach, Moby, (Born, 1965) American musician and singer-songwriter, Tom Landry, (Born, 1924) Legendary head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, Johnny Unitas, (Died, 2002) Legendary American football quarterback, William Sydney Porter, (Born, 1862) American short story writer, best known as O. Henry.
Strange Indeed!
Strange, indeed!
The Ward County Independent, September 11, 1919
Bottling Pop Fuels a Growing Business
“The Granite Springs Products Co. uses only the pure fruit juices in making its beverage.”
The Ward County Independent, September 11, 1913
It Was Rough Out There!
One of the horses was killed outright and the other three were stunned.
The Ward County Independent, September 11, 1913
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is legendary coach of the Dallas Cowboys Tom Landry. Read and grade the reults here.
Kids & Families
Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar @MagicCitySweets
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Join us at Magic City Sweets Ice Cream Shop in downtown Minot for a month-long Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar, featuring a build-your-own hard scoop experience and free retro arcade games. Rated the chillest place downtown, it’s the perfect family-friendly hangout! #FamilyFun #IceCreamLovers #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
IKEA Delight (Hoagie of the Month) @MagicCityHoagies
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Experience the taste of Scandinavia with Magic City Hoagies’ September special, the IKEA Delight! Enjoy Swedish meatballs topped with fries, pickled cucumbers, and lingonberry sauce in honor of Norsk Høstfest. #ScandinavianFlavor #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Cheeseburger Liquor Party! @Arny’s
Wednesday, September 11th
Join us at Arny’s 2.0 for the Cheeseburger Liquor Party on Wednesday, September 11th, as we kick off our Birthday Week Celebration with trivia, rum and coke, and all the Canadian music you’ve been missing! Get ready for a night of downtown bar hopping and late-night food fun. #CheeseburgerLiquorParty #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
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
Performances & Exhibitions
The Great Open: Photographs from North Dakota @NorthwestArtsCenter
Friday, August 9th — Saturday, September 21st
Explore the essence of North Dakota through the lens of Alex Webb and Rebecca Norris Webb at the Northwest Arts Center’s ‘The Great Open’ exhibition, running from August 9 to September 21. Don’t miss this captivating visual journey at the Walter Piehl Gallery. #NorthDakotaArt #PhotographyExhibition #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 9th — Sunday, September 15th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ Souped Up Specials! Enjoy a different hearty soup every day from September 9th to 15th at South Minot’s favorite truck stop. 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 9th — Saturday, September 14th
Don’t miss the Truckstop Lunch Specials at Schatz Crossroads in Minot from September 9th to 14th! Enjoy two delicious specials starting at 11:00 am daily—hurry before they’re gone! #LocalEats #FoodieFinds #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, September 9th — Friday, September 13th
Head to Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from September 9th to 13th, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on CDs, LPs, posters, jewelry, and more! Don’t miss out on this fantastic deal on all your favorite collectibles and unique items.
#ShopLocal #MinotDeals #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip @OTV
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Warm up your fall at Off The Vine with their Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip, a delicious blend of bacon jam, cream cheese, onions, and cheddar. Pair it with a glass of Fini Merlot for just $10 and enjoy this September special downtown. #WineAndTapas #FallFlavors #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, September 9th — Thursday, September 12th
Cheers to Happy Hour at Arny’s 2.0! Enjoy a buy one get one free deal on well drinks and domestic pours from Monday to Thursday before 6 PM. #HappyHour #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Watch Battery Wednesdays @RicksJewelry
Wednesday, September 11th
Don’t miss Watch Battery Wednesdays at Rick’s Jewelry in downtown Minot! Say “SavorMinot” at checkout and save $2 on your watch battery replacement. #WatchRepair #LocalDeals #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
Today’s Features
Wednesdays are For Wine @Capone’s
Wednesday, September 11th
Join us at Capone’s Birreria in Downtown Minot on Wednesday, September 11th for a delightful wine experience and special savings. Make Wednesdays your new favorite day for wine! #WineWednesday #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Pull Tab Happy Hour! @BlueRider
Monday, September 9th — Wednesday, September 11th
Get lucky at Blue Rider’s Pull Tab Happy Hour from September 9th to 11th! Enjoy discounts, free drinks, and their famous $7 beer and Fernet deal. #DiveBarDeals #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Wednesday: The Toughest Trivia in Minot @BlueRider
Wednesday, September 11th
Get ready for Minot’s toughest trivia night at Blue Rider this Wednesday, September 11th! Bring your quarters, creative team names, and appetite for a night of fun starting at 7 PM. #TriviaNight #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
