On this day in 1901, U.S. President William McKinley was shot by anarchist Leon Czolgosz at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley succumbed to his injuries eight days later, making Theodore Roosevelt the 26th president.
On this day in 1916, the first true self-service grocery store, Piggly Wiggly, was opened by Clarence Saunders in Memphis, Tennessee, revolutionizing the retail grocery industry with its innovative layout and shopping experience.
On This Day in Minot
Frequently you will hear newspaper men complain because their papers are not receiving the proper support from the businessmen. When you do you will generally see a slow town. It is a well known fact that there never was a good city that did not have good papers. The advancement of a city is always due to a great extent to her newspapers. And on the other hand, the growth of a newspaper is due to an enterprising set of businessmen. It is necessary to walk hand in hand, so to speak. It is hard to ascertain just what Minot owes to her newspapers. The businessman who contributes to the support of the newspapers of his town not only gets his money’s worth in advertising, but reaps an indirect benefit worth more perhaps than the good he gets from his space in the papers. This thought is worth considering.
Ward County Independent, September 6, 1905
Today in Minot
Performances & Exhibitions
La Bohème @WesternPlainsOpera
Friday, September 6th — Saturday, September 7th
Experience the timeless story of love and friendship with Western Plains Opera Company’s production of La Bohème on August 6th and 7th. Don’t miss this captivating opera that inspired the Broadway hit, Rent! #OperaLovers #MinotEvents #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
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, September 2nd — Friday, September 6th
Swing by Budget Music & Video in Downtown Minot from September 2nd to 6th, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on music, movies, posters, jewelry, and more! Don’t miss out on this special offer to save on a wide variety of unique items. #ShopLocal #MinotDeals #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 2nd — Saturday, September 7th
Enjoy delicious lunch specials at Schatz Crossroads from September 2nd to 7th, starting at 11:00 am daily. Don’t miss out—when they’re gone, they’re gone! #TruckStopEats #LocalFlavors #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
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
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 2nd — Sunday, September 8th
Warm up your week with “Souped Up Specials” at Schatz Crossroads in South Minot! Enjoy a different hearty soup every day from Monday, September 2nd to Sunday, September 8th. 🍲 #SoupSeason #MinotEats #SavorMinot
