Today is Saturday, July 27th. The sun will rise on the 38th day of summer, and the 209th day of the year at 6:15 AM. We will see 15 hours 12 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:27 PM.
Currently we have clear, cool skies. The temperature is 59 degrees. The wind is 7 mph out of the Southwest. Today, we are expecting mostly sunny and hot weather with a chance of afternoon thunderstorms. The temperature will reach a high of 92°F with winds 5-10 mph out of the South. There is a 20% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1974, the House Judiciary Committee voted to recommend the first article of impeachment against President Richard Nixon for obstruction of justice, a key event in the Watergate scandal that eventually led to Nixon’s resignation.
Born & Died: Norman Lear, (Born, 1922) American television writer and producer known for creating “All in the Family,” William Wyler, (Died, 1981) Influential American film director known for classics like “Ben-Hur,” Maya Rudolph, (Born, 1972) American actress and comedian known for her work on “Saturday Night Live,” Gertrude Stein, (Died, 1946) American novelist, poet, and art collector, Jerry Van Dyke, (Born, 1931) American comedian and actor known for his role on “Coach,” Antonio Vivaldi, (Died, 1741) Italian Baroque composer known for “The Four Seasons,” Alex Rodriguez, (Born, 1975) American former professional baseball player and broadcaster, Bob Hope, (Died, 2003) British-American comedian and actor known for his work in film and television, Peggy Fleming, (Born, 1948) American figure skater and Olympic gold medalist.
Today is: National Day of the Cowboy,National Scotch Day,National Creme Brulee Day,National New Jersey Day,National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day,National Love Is Kind Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Downtown Throwdown III @BlueRider | Saturday, August 3rd
- 50th Anniversary Celebration! @FortStevenson | Saturday, August 3rd
- Severio Mancieri @BlueRider | Saturday, August 3rd
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is screenwriter, producer, and icon of 1970s television sitcoms Norman Lear. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Taste & Experience
Colossal Corn Dogs are Coming! @Straight’sCornDogs
Friday, July 19th — Saturday, July 27th
Get ready, Minot! Straight’s Ye Old Sausage & Corn Dogs is bringing their famous colossal corn dogs to the ND State Fair from July 19-27. 🌭🎡 Don’t miss out on this once-a-year treat in the heart of the independent midway! #NDStateFair #CornDogCraze #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
Ye Old Sausage Shoppe at the Flickertail! @Straight’sCornDogs
Friday, July 19th — Saturday, July 27th
Get ready, Minot! Straight’s Ye Old Sausage & Corn Dogs is bringing their mouthwatering Italian Sausage straight from Chicago to the Flickertail from July 19th to 27th—don’t miss out on this once-a-year treat! 🌭🔥
#FoodTruckHeaven #TasteOfChicago #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Disaster! a 70’s Jukebox Musical @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, July 23rd — Wednesday, July 31st
Dive into the hilarity of the ’70s with MSU Summer Theatre’s final show of the season, “Disaster! A 70’s Jukebox Musical,” featuring classics like “Hooked on a Feeling” in a comedic twist on disaster films. Catch this side-splitting production in Minot from July 23rd to July 31st, where a floating casino’s misadventures are set to a groovy soundtrack. #70sMusic #TheatreLife #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Saturday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Saturday, July 27th
Join us at the Minot Farmers Market this Saturday, July 27th, in Oak Park to explore over 35 local vendors offering the freshest farm-to-table produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts. Rain or shine, from 9am to 12pm, come fill your basket with the pride of Dakota’s finest!
#FarmersMarket #FarmToTable #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Italian Sausage Lavosh (July Feature) @OTV
Monday, July 1st — Wednesday, July 31st
Indulge in Off The Vine’s July feature: Italian Sausage Lavosh, a delightful blend of Italian sausage, sweet peppers, mozzarella, and crispy onions on a light crust. Available from July 1st to 31st, don’t miss this guilt-free flavor explosion! #MinotEats #WineAndDine #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
July’s Featured Drinks! @OTV
Monday, July 1st — Wednesday, July 31st
🍷🍹 Sip into July with Off The Vine’s refreshing new monthly cocktails! From a fruity Peach and Orange Sangria to a tropical Java Colada, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in downtown Minot. 🌞🍑 #DrinkLocal #SummerSips #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, July 22nd — Saturday, July 27th
Don’t miss out on the mouthwatering lunch specials at Schatz Crossroads from July 22nd to July 27th! Swing by at 11:00 am and grab your favorite comfort food before it’s gone. #TruckStopDelights #MinotFoodie #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Karaoke Night @BlueRider
Saturday, July 27th
Get ready to sing your heart out this Saturday at Blue Rider’s Karaoke Night, brought to you by High Pony Productions! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and unforgettable moments with friends in downtown Minot. 🎤🍿 #KaraokeNight #BlueRider #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
Taste & Experience
The Jalapeño PoPPer 🌶 (July’s Featured Hoagie!) @MagicCityHoagies
Monday, July 1st — Wednesday, July 31st
🔥 Spice up your summer with Magic City Hoagies’ July Hoagie of the Month – The Jalapeño PoPPer! 🌶 Featuring chicken breast, jalapeño cream cheese, crispy bacon, crunchy jalapeños, ranch, and parmesan crumbs, this sandwich is a flavor explosion you won’t want to miss! #HoagieHeaven #TasteTheMagic #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Lainey Wilson @NDSF
Saturday, July 27th
🎤 Get ready, Minot! Lainey Wilson, the most nominated and celebrated artist at the 2023 CMA Awards, is bringing her critically acclaimed talent to the North Dakota State Fair on Saturday, July 27th. Don’t miss this chance to see one of music’s hottest new stars live! 🌟 #LaineyWilson #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Spicy Stro (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads
Saturday, July 27th — Sunday, July 28th
Get ready to spice up your weekend with Prairie Sky Breads’ latest pizza feature, the Spicy Stro! Head downtown Minot this Saturday and Sunday to indulge in a delicious blend of mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, and a medley of peppers on our signature PSB crust.
#WeekendEats #PizzaLovers #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Brunch! @Arny’s
Saturday, July 27th — Sunday, July 28th
Get ready for a weekend of delicious brunch and refreshing mimosas at Arny’s 2.0 in downtown Minot! Join us on July 27th and 28th for the ultimate taste and experience that will make your mornings (or afternoons) unforgettable.
#BrunchVibes #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, July 22nd — Sunday, July 28th
Warm up with a different hearty soup every day at Schatz Crossroads from July 22nd to July 28th! Don’t miss out on these souped-up specials in South Minot! 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Reuben (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, July 24th — Sunday, July 28th
Indulge in a classic Reuben sandwich at Prairie Sky Breads this week, featuring PSB’s signature pumpernickel bread and sauerkraut cream cheese. Don’t miss out on this and other delicious weekly features in downtown Minot from July 24th to 28th! #DowntownMinot #LocalEats #SavorMinot
