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Spring Rituals
We can say it this week and mean it both ways — Fairweather. It’s in the air and on exhibition. Don’t miss it. Also in today’s news, an easy look at the City Council agenda and sharp-tailed grouse are out — if you know where to find them — shaking a tail feather.
Today in Minot
Today is Monday, April 7th. The sun will rise on the 19th day of spring, and the 97th day of the year at 7:11 AM. We will see 13 hours 13 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:24 PM.
Today is: National Beer Day, National No Housework Day, National Coffee Cake Day, National Girl Me Too Day, National Iep Writing Day
Today’s Featured Happenings
Performances & Exhibitions
Fairweather
Mar. 13th – Apr. 12th
@NorthwestArtsCenter | On the Campus of Minot State!
Live Music!
Dedric Clark LIVE!
Apr. 23rd
@Atypical | Stop in & Warm Up With a Great Local Beer!
The Weather
Currently we have clear skies. The temperature is 17 degrees. The wind is 7 mph out of the East. Today we are expecting sunny skies. The temperature will reach a high of 44°F with winds 10 mph out of the Southeast.
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The Minot Area Chamber EDC’s monthly periodicalThe Communicator is out. See what’s’ been keeping the chamber busy and what’s coming up below.
North Dakotans may soon get a clearer view of where their $12 billion Legacy Fund is invested. A bill passed unanimously by the Senate would create a dedicated website listing the fund’s holdings—an effort to make public information more accessible and transparent. While some investment details remain confidential due to contract limits, state officials say the new site could cut down on records requests and streamline oversight. Supporters say it’s about more than efficiency—it’s about knowing where your state’s money is, and what it supports.
HB 1319
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 21-10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a legacy fund disclosure website.
House Sponsors: Satrom (R, District 12), Ostlie (R, District 12),
Senate Sponsors: Conley (R, District 12),
Every spring starting in March, male sharp-tailed grouse gather on leks or dancing grounds to display for female onlookers. This ritual, triggered by photoperiod, has been going on in North Dakota for hundreds or even thousands of years. Learn more in this week’s NDO News.
On This Day
On this day the world was getting together on health, President Eisenhour was worried about falling dominos, and IBM introduced a series big computers, literally. In 1949 Minot, we were going a little oil crazy, it was flooding, but school gymnasiums were a bargain… to bad we didn’t build a bunch of them 
On this day in 1948, the World Health Organization (WHO) was established as a specialized agency of the United Nations, dedicated to promoting global health, combating diseases, and improving healthcare standards worldwide.
On this day in 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered his “Domino Theory” speech, articulating the belief that the fall of one country to communism would lead to the spread of communism to neighboring countries, influencing U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War.
On this day in 1964, IBM introduced the System/360, a revolutionary family of mainframe computers that set new standards for compatibility and performance, significantly impacting the development of the computer industry.
Born and Died: Billie Holiday, (Born, 1915) Iconic American jazz singer known for her emotive voice and songs like “Strange Fruit,” Henry Ford, (Died, 1947) American industrialist and founder of the Ford Motor Company, Francis Ford Coppola, (Born, 1939) American film director, producer, and screenwriter, Russell Crowe, (Born, 1964) New Zealand actor known for his role in “Gladiator,” Jim Clark, (Died, 1968) British Formula One racing driver and two-time World Champion, Jackie Chan, (Born, 1954) Hong Kong martial artist and actor known for his action-comedy films, Walter Winchell, (Died, 1972) American newspaper and radio gossip commentator, Francis Ford Coppola, (Born, 1939) American filmmaker known for directing “The Godfather” trilogy, St. John Baptist de La Salle, (Died, 1719) French priest and educational reformer known for founding the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools.
Why we published it: As a result of the comprehensive news item last Thursday in the Independent on oil prospecting here, every copy of the Independent sold out within hours of the press run and folks were scouring the more isolated grocery newsstands looking for editions.
8th St. NW FLOOD
Why we published it: A reminder that Minot is a town that floods -- with the hopes that it helps keep people prepared. Also of note -- the time of the year. April is typically our month of highest risk, and part of what made the 2011 water year so remarkable is that it didn't peak until late June. Also, regulars to NW Minot will recognize the house in the background; it's still with us.
This structural steel building firm quoted to local board officials statistics showing that they will put up buildings of any length and width for about $3.50 a square foot complete with floor, insulation, decoration and ready to use. For a building 60x100 this would cost about $21,000, which is within reach of the schools.
Why we published it: Well, those days are gone.
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Fun coming up that’s worth knowing about. Scroll for more at SavorMinot.com.
- Oliver! — A Musical by Lionel Bart
@WesternPlainsOpera | Friday, April 11th — Saturday, April 12th - Record Store Day 2025
@BudgetMusic | Saturday, April 12th - SonofMel
@BlueRider | Saturday, April 19th
Today’s Markets
These are the commodities that move Minot’s economy. See how they’re doing here.
Today’s Happenings
Kids & Families
Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar @MagicCitySweets
Tuesday, April 1st — Wednesday, April 30th
Join the fun at Magic City Sweets Ice Cream Shop’s Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar in downtown Minot, where you can create your own ice cream masterpiece and enjoy free retro arcade games all month long! Don’t miss out on the coolest hangout spot for kids and families. #IceCreamFun #FamilyTime #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Mule Monday! @StarvingRooster
Monday, April 7th
Kick off your week with Mule Monday at The Starving Rooster in downtown Minot, where you can enjoy handcrafted Moscow Mules for just $5 all day long! Don’t miss out on this delicious deal that makes Mondays something to look forward to. #MuleMadness #CocktailLovers #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
Meat Raffle @BlueRider
Monday, April 7th
Join the fun at The Blue Rider’s Triple Ham Raffle on April 7th in Downtown Minot! Enjoy $3 Hamm’s Beer, $4 Grilled Cheese & Hammy, and a chance to win big with $5 raffle tickets—don’t miss out! #MeatRaffle #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Monday Madness! (Take Out Specials) @NiteTrain
Monday, April 7th
Craving pizza? Head to Nite Train Pizza in South Minot on Monday, April 7th, for a 16″ pizza at the price of a 12″—available for dine-in or pickup only! #PizzaLovers #MondayMadness #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt @MagicCityHoagies
Tuesday, April 1st — Wednesday, April 30th
Indulge in the Hoagie of the Month at Magic City Hoagies with the mouthwatering Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt, available all April in Downtown Minot. Enjoy this delicious creation packed with chipotle-seasoned chicken, pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch dressing. #HoagieHeaven #DowntownDelights #SavorMinot
Make & Create
Craft Night! @BlueRider
Monday, April 7th
Unleash your creativity at Blue Rider’s Craft Night on Monday, April 7th, in downtown Minot! Bring your favorite project and enjoy a night of crafting, connecting, and complimentary popcorn. #CraftNight #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Pull Tab Happy Hour! @BlueRider
Monday, April 7th — Wednesday, April 9th
Feeling lucky? Head to Blue Rider in downtown Minot for Pull Tab Happy Hour from April 7th to 9th and see if you can score a discount or free drink at North Dakota’s best dive bar. #PullTabFun #BlueRider #SavorMinot
