Today is Friday, August 9th. The sun will rise on the 51st day of summer, and the 222nd day of the year at 6:32 AM. We will see 14 hours 35 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:07 PM.
Currently we have clear, cool skies. The temperature is 48 degrees. The wind is 7 mph out of the West. Today, we are expecting partly sunny weather. The temperature will reach a high of 71°F with winds 10 mph out of the North.
On This Day
On this day in 1974, Gerald Ford was sworn in as the 38th President of the United States following Richard Nixon’s official resignation, marking a pivotal moment in U.S. political history and the only time a U.S. president has resigned from office.
Born & Died: Whitney Houston, (Born, 1963) American singer and actress known for hits like “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and “I Will Always Love You,” Anna Kendrick, (Born, 1985) American actress known for her roles in “Pitch Perfect” and “Up in the Air,” Bill Skarsgård, (Born, 1990) Swedish actor known for playing Pennywise in the “It” films, P.L. Travers, (Born, 1899) Australian-English author of the “Mary Poppins” series, Marvin Minsky, (Born, 1927) American cognitive scientist and pioneer in artificial intelligence, Daniel Keyes, (Born, 1927) American author best known for his novel “Flowers for Algernon,” Sam Elliott, (Born, 1944) American actor known for his distinctive voice and roles in “The Big Lebowski” and “A Star is Born,” Robert Shaw, (Born, 1927) English actor known for his roles in “Jaws” and “The Sting,” Jean Piaget, (Born, 1896) Swiss developmental psychologist known for his work on child development, Ken Norton, (Born, 1943) American boxer famous for his fights against Muhammad Ali, Jerry Garcia (Died, 1995) Musician and songwriter for the Grateful Dead.
Today is: National Rice Pudding Day,National Book Lovers Day,National Veep Day,National Passion Fruit Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Squadron of the Month! @BlueRider | Wednesday, August 14th — Saturday, August 17th
- Beers for the Badlands! @BadlandsConservation | Friday, August 16th
- Lantern Hike (Evening Hike Series) @FortStevenson | Saturday, August 31st
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Mary Poppins . Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Monthly Features
Demon Pork BBQ (Our Hoagie of the Month!) @MagicCityHoagies
Thursday, August 1st — Saturday, August 31st
Get ready to savor summer with Magic City Hoagies’ Demon Pork BBQ, our mouthwatering Hoagie of the Month! Enjoy tender pork with Carolina Chaos Mustard BBQ Sauce, cheddar cheese, coleslaw, crispy onions, and pickles on a toasted sweet Hawaiian roll all through August. #HoagieHeaven #BBQLovers #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Summer FUN & Ice Cream Dreams @MagicCitySweets
Saturday, June 1st — Saturday, August 31st
🍦 Dive into summer with a scoop of fun at Magic City Sweets! From June 1st to August 31st, enjoy free arcade games, crazy toppings, and the coolest ice cream social in downtown Minot. 🌞 #IceCreamDreams #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials in Surrey! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, August 5th — Friday, August 9th
Treat yourself to a week of delicious lunch specials at Big Dog Saloon in Surrey! From mouth-watering hamburgers to comforting shepherd’s pie, there’s something for everyone from August 5th to 9th. #PubGrub #SmallTownCharm #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, August 5th — Friday, August 9th
🎶🎥 Unlock 10% savings at Budget Music & Video by simply saying “Savor Minot” from August 5th to 9th! Dive into a treasure trove of music, movies, posters, and unique collectibles in downtown Minot. #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 5th — Saturday, August 10th
Craving comfort food? Head to Schatz Crossroads in Minot from August 5th to 10th for daily lunch specials starting at 11:00 am—get them before they’re gone! #TruckStopEats #DailySpecials #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Chipotle Chicken Sandwich (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, August 7th — Sunday, August 11th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ mouthwatering Chipotle Chicken Sandwich and other delicious weekly features from August 7th to 11th in Downtown Minot! Don’t miss out on their fresh, community-driven flavors and cozy atmosphere.
#PrairieSkyBreads #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 5th — Sunday, August 11th
Warm your soul with a new hearty soup every day at Schatz Crossroads from August 5th to 11th! Don’t miss out on these delicious daily specials in South Minot. 🍲 #SoupSeason #TruckStopEats #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Polymer Skies by Debbie Kauffman @TaubeMuseum
Friday, July 26th — Friday, August 30th
Experience the thought-provoking “Polymer Skies” by Debbie Kauffman at the Taube Museum of Art, a stunning exhibition that reveals the hidden impact of single-use plastics on our environment. Visit downtown Minot from July 26th to August 30th to see how art can open our eyes to the beauty and fragility of our home.
#ArtForChange #EcoAwareness #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Act Three: Today’s Matinee by Kathleen Herlihy Paoli @TaubeMuseum
Friday, July 26th — Friday, August 30th
Discover the evocative oil paintings of Kathleen Herlihy Paoli at the Taube Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Act Three: Today’s Matinee,” running from July 26th to August 30th. Explore powerful themes like politics, the environment, and more through her unique stage-set series in downtown Minot.
#ArtExhibition #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Threads, Folds, & Rabbit Holes by Kristy Deetz @TaubeMuseum
Friday, July 26th — Friday, August 30th
Discover the intricate beauty of Kristy Deetz’s “Threads, Folds, & Rabbit Holes” exhibition at the Taube Museum of Art in downtown Minot, from July 26th to August 30th. Dive into a world where hand-painted illusions meet the complex threads of industrial jacquard weavings. #ArtExhibition #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
