Today is Friday, June 28th. The sun will rise on the 9th day of summer, and the 180th day of the year at 5:47 AM. We will see 16 hours 2 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:49 PM.
Currently we have overcast, mild weather. The temperature is 62 degrees. The wind is 9 mph out of the Southwest. Today, we are expecting sprinkles early, followed by mostly cloudy and mild conditions. The temperature will reach a high of 67°F with winds 5 mph out of the North. There is a 60% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1914, Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife, Sophie, were assassinated in Sarajevo by Gavrilo Princip, an event that set off a chain reaction leading to the outbreak of World War I and profoundly altering the course of history.
Born & Died: Mel Brooks, (Born, 1926) American filmmaker, actor, and comedian known for his satirical films like “Blazing Saddles” and “Young Frankenstein,” James Madison, (Died, 1836) Fourth President of the United States and “Father of the Constitution,” John Elway, (Born, 1960) Hall of Fame American football quarterback and executive known for his career with the Denver Broncos, Archduke Franz Ferdinand, (Died, 1914) Heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne whose assassination sparked World War I, Gilda Radner, (Born, 1946) American comedian and original cast member of “Saturday Night Live,” Friedrich Wilhelm I, (Died, 1740) King of Prussia known for his military reforms and disciplined army.
Today is: International Body Piercing Day,National Paul Bunyan Day,National Logistics Day,International Cream Tea Day,National Insurance Awareness Day,International Caps Lock Day,National Alaska Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Saturday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket | Saturday, June 29th
- The Spicy Stro! (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads | Saturday, June 29th
- NDSF Run the Route 5K @RunWithHeart | Saturday, July 20th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is the incompetent leader of planet Spaceball President Skroob played by Mel Brooks. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Monthly Features
June’s Hoagie of the Month | The Picnic @MagicCityHoagies
Saturday, June 1st — Sunday, June 30th
Kick off summer with a bite of June’s Hoagie of the Month at Magic City Hoagies! Dive into “The Picnic” – a delicious blend of tangy summer sausage, American cheese, and fresh veggies, topped with crispy potato chips, available all month long in Downtown Minot. #HoagieHeaven #FreshEats #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, June 24th — Friday, June 28th
Get ready for a week of mouthwatering lunch specials at Big Dog Saloon in Surrey from June 24th to June 28th! Enjoy a friendly small-town atmosphere with daily delights like Cheesy Beef and Potato Burritos and Country Fried Steak, plus a secret menu item you won’t want to miss. #SmallTownCharm #PubGrub #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, June 24th — Friday, June 28th
🎶✨ Say “Savor Minot” at Budget Music & Video from June 24th to 28th and enjoy a 10% discount on everything from CDs to handmade jewelry! Dive into a treasure trove of music, movies, posters, and more in downtown Minot. #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
In Theaters
The 39 Steps @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, June 25th — Sunday, June 30th
Get ready to dive into a whirlwind of mystery and comedy with MSU Summer Theatre’s production of “The 39 Steps” from June 25th to June 30th in Minot! Experience a Hitchcock masterpiece like never before with nonstop laughs, a cast of four playing over 150 characters, and much more. #The39Steps #LiveTheatre #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
June’s Featured Drinks! @OTV
Saturday, June 1st — Sunday, June 30th
Sip into summer with June’s featured drinks at Off The Vine in downtown Minot! Enjoy a refreshing Summer Kalimotxo and a delightful Peach Cider Sparkler, perfect for those warm June days. #WineAndDine #SummerSips #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 24th — Saturday, June 29th
🚚🍽️ Craving comfort food? Head to Schatz Crossroads in Minot from June 24th to 29th for daily lunch specials starting at 11:00 am—get them before they’re gone! #TruckStopDelights #DailySpecials #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Pizza Sandwich! (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, June 26th — Sunday, June 30th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ mouthwatering Pizza Sandwich, a delightful fusion of your favorite flavors, available downtown Minot from June 26th to June 30th. Don’t miss out on this week’s delicious features, including the refreshing PSB House Salad! 🍕🥗 #PizzaLovers #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 24th — Sunday, June 30th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ Souped Up Specials in South Minot, featuring a new hearty soup every day from June 24th to June 30th! Don’t miss out on these delicious daily delights at the truck stop! 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
