Today is Monday, July 8th. The sun will rise on the 19th day of summer, and the 190th day of the year at 5:54 AM. We will see 15 hours 51 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:45 PM.
Currently we have sunny, cool weather. The temperature is 59 degrees. The wind is 0 mph out of the Southwest. Today, we are expecting decreasing cloudiness and hot temperatures. The temperature will reach a high of 86°F with winds 5 mph out of the North.
On This Day
On this day in 1889, The Wall Street Journal published its first issue, providing financial news and information that would eventually become one of the most influential business newspapers in the world.
Born & Died: John D. Rockefeller, (Born, 1839) American industrialist and founder of Standard Oil, Percy Bysshe Shelley, (Died, 1822) English Romantic poet known for works like “Ozymandias” and “Prometheus Unbound,” Kevin Bacon, (Born, 1958) American actor known for his roles in films like “Footloose” and “A Few Good Men,” Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, (Born, 1926) Swiss-American psychiatrist known for her work on the five stages of grief, E.B. White, (Died, 1985) American author famous for children’s books like “Charlotte’s Web” and “Stuart Little,” John Pemberton, (Died, 1888) American pharmacist who invented Coca-Cola, Angelica Schuyler Church, (Born, 1756) Prominent member of American high society and sister-in-law of Alexander Hamilton, Kim Darby, (Born, 1947) American actress known for her role in “True Grit,” Arthur Ashe, (Died, 1993) American tennis player who was the first African American man to win the US Open and Wimbledon.
Today is: National Chocolate with Almonds Day,National Raspberry Day,National Freezer Pop Day,International Town Criers Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- The Addams Family Musical @MSUSummerTheatre | Tuesday, July 9th
- NDSF Run the Route 5K @RunWithHeart | Saturday, July 20th
- Disaster! a 70’s Jukebox Musical @MSUSummerTheatre | Tuesday, July 23rd
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is fictitious U.S. Marshall from the “True Grit” films Rooster Cogburn. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, July 8th — Friday, July 12th
🎶🎬 Head to Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from July 8th to 12th, say “Savor Minot” and enjoy a 10% discount on a wide array of music, movies, posters, jewelry, and more! Don’t miss out on this awesome deal to snag your favorite collectibles and unique finds. #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, July 8th — Thursday, July 11th
Cheers to double the fun at Arny’s 2.0! Swing by Downtown Minot from July 8th to 11th for a Buy One Get One on well drinks and domestic pours during Happy Hour before 6:00 PM. 🍻 #HappyHour #DowntownMinot #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
Make & Create
Craft Night! @BlueRider
Monday, July 8th
🎨🧶 Calling all artists and crafters! Join us at Blue Rider on Monday, July 8th for Craft Night – bring your projects and enjoy a night of creativity, stiff drinks, and free popcorn in downtown Minot! #CraftNight #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Monday Madness! (Take Out Specials) @NiteTrain
Monday, July 8th
Get ready for Monday Madness at Nite Train Pizza in South Minot! This July 8th, enjoy a 16″ pizza for the price of a 12″—dine-in or pick-up only! 🍕✨ #PizzaLovers #MondayMadness #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Mule Monday! @StarvingRooster
Monday, July 8th
Kick off your week with a refreshing twist at The Starving Rooster’s Mule Monday! Enjoy handcrafted $5 Moscow Mules all day long in downtown Minot on Monday, July 8th. 🍹✨ #MuleMonday #DrinkLocal #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
