Today is Sunday, August 18th. The sun will rise on the 60th day of summer, and the 231st day of the year at 6:44 AM. We will see 14 hours 8 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:52 PM.
Currently we have foggy conditions. The temperature is 56 degrees. The wind is 3 mph out of the North. Today, we are expecting patchy fog, then sunny weather. The temperature will reach a high of 86°F with winds 5-10 mph out of the Southeast.
On This Day
On this day in 1920, the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, granting women the right to vote and marking a significant victory in the women’s suffrage movement after decades of activism and struggle.
On this day in 1991, a coup attempt was launched against Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev by hardline members of the Communist Party, leading to a critical period of political turmoil that ultimately hastened the dissolution of the Soviet Union.
Born & Died: Roberto Clemente, (Born, 1934) Legendary Puerto Rican baseball player known for his time with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Honoré de Balzac, (Died, 1850) Renowned French novelist and playwright known for “La Comédie Humaine,” Robert Redford, (Born, 1936) Acclaimed American actor and director known for films like “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” Persis Khambatta, (Died, 1998) Indian actress and model known for her role in “Star Trek: The Motion Picture,” Patrick Swayze, (Born, 1952) American actor and dancer known for roles in “Dirty Dancing” and “Ghost,” B.F. Skinner, (Died, 1990) American psychologist and behaviorist known for developing the theory of operant conditioning, Christian Slater, (Born, 1969) American actor known for his roles in “Heathers” and “Mr. Robot”.
Today is: National Mail Order Catalog Day,National Pinot Noir Day,National Ice Cream Pie Day,National Fajita Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Car & Bike Show @BlueRider | Saturday, August 24th
- LeeWok Adventure Race @RunWithHeart | Saturday, September 7th
- Picklicious 2024! @MinotFarmersMarket | Tuesday, September 17th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Harry Alonzo Longabaugh, famously played by Robert Redford and better known as The Sundance Kid. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Weekly Features
The Fugitive (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads
Saturday, August 17th — Sunday, August 18th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ weekend pizza feature, The Fugitive, loaded with roast beef, green peppers, onions, and a hint of A1 sauce. Join us downtown this Saturday and Sunday for a slice of community and flavor! #PizzaLovers #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Blue & White Grilled Cheese (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, August 14th — Sunday, August 18th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ Blue & White Grilled Cheese, featuring a delightful blend of caramelized onion, cream cheese, blue cheese, and provolone on PSB bread. Visit Downtown Minot from August 14th to 18th to enjoy this and other weekly features. #MinotEats #LocalFlavors #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 12th — Sunday, August 18th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ Souped Up Specials! Enjoy a different hearty soup every day from August 12th to 18th at South Minot’s favorite truck stop. 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Today’s Features
Sweetly Sour Sundays! @Atypical
Sunday, August 18th
Join us for Sweetly Sour Sundays at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on August 18th, where you can enjoy $1 off every sour beer on tap, in cans, and bottles! Experience award-winning brews, live music, and delicious food trucks in downtown Minot.
#LocalBrewery #SundayFunday #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Brunch! @Arny’s
Saturday, August 17th — Sunday, August 18th
Get ready to brunch in style this weekend at Arny’s 2.0! Join us downtown for delicious food and mimosas on August 17th and 18th. 🍳🥂 #BrunchVibes #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
