James F. Bannon, 54, who saw his son, Charles Bannon, 22, taken by a mob from the county jail at McKenzie county, early last Thursday morning, to be lynched, was brot to the Ward county jail Friday night, by sheriff Thompson of McKenzie County.
— February 5, 1931 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
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Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
Ethan Armstrong @BlueRider
Saturday, February 8th
Join us at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, February 8th for a night of folk and country tunes with local talent Ethan Armstrong. Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and great company with no cover charge! #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Learning & Listening
History & Nature Lecture Series @StateHistoricalSociety
Saturday, February 8th
Explore the rich history and natural beauty of our region at the History & Nature Lecture Series, hosted by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. Join us on Saturday, February 8th, from 2:00-3:00pm at the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center for captivating talks by expert speakers. #HistoryLovers #NatureEnthusiasts #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Winter Hike @Lewis&ClarkFortMandan
Saturday, February 8th
Join the “Winter Hike” at Fort Mandan State Historic Site on February 8th for a guided adventure along the Missouri River, led by nationally certified interpreters. Discover fascinating tales of the Lewis and Clark Expedition and their interactions with the Mandans and Hidatsas. #WinterHike #ExploreHistory #SavorMinot
Live Music!
It Was Her Idea @BlueRider
Friday, March 21st
Join us at Blue Rider on March 21st for a night of live music with “It Was Her Idea,” celebrating 8 years of tunes and supporting Independence Inc. Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and help empower individuals with disabilities. #LiveMusicMinot #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
The Orchestra Moves @MinotSymphony
Saturday, February 8th
Experience the magic of music at “The Orchestra Moves” with the Minot Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, February 8th, at 3 PM. Join in the fun as special guests and participants bring the stage to life with a dynamic program featuring Beethoven, Márquez, and more. #MinotSymphony #LiveMusic #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
Specials & Sales
Record Store Day 2025 @BudgetMusic
Saturday, April 12th
Get ready to celebrate Record Store Day on April 12th at Budget Music & Video in Downtown Minot! Mark your calendars for this special event and stay tuned for more exciting announcements. #RecordStoreDay #VinylLovers #SavorMinot
