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  • 701 Rundown: December 23, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Dec 23, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Avian flu present in Bottineau County The N.D. Department of Agriculture (NDDA) has received confirmation from the National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Ames, Iowa, that the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is present in Bottineau County. A press release from the NDDA stated that Bottineau was one of three counties confirmed to have HPAI – otherwise known as bird flu – along with McHenry County and Ransom County. Botti...

  • 701 Rundown: December 16, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Dec 16, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Bottineau Walmart employee charged According to a press release from the Bottineau County Sheriff’s Office, 33-year-old Cedric Poitra of Bottineau has been found and arrested for allegedly stealing money from the local Walmart on Saturday, Nov. 23. The Sheriff’s Office stated that on Nov. 23, Poitra – who was an employee of Walmart at the time – walked into the store and asked for help logging into the cash machine for till money. On...

  • 701 Rundown: December 9, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Dec 9, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Area's first winter storm claims life North Dakota received its first taste of winter and it was a bitter one. Evening rain started in the eastern half of the state Monday, Nov. 18 and continued throughout the overnight hours and into the following day, causing icy road conditions. Strong winds combined with rain turning to snow, with accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, created reduced visibility and poor driving conditions. Consequently, m...

  • 701 Rundown: December 2, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Dec 2, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. The American Dream: Hi-Way Drive-In closes doors, future uncertain The proliferation of the automotive culture post-World War II led to the budding popularity of the archetypical symbols of Americana: the drive-in fast food restaurant. With rock-and-roll music, slicked-back hairstyles, poodle skirts and roller-skating waitresses ruling the scene, one of Carrington's most popular food stops, the Hi-Way Drive-In, began its existence in 1...

  • Join the Complaint-Free Movement

    Brandy Blegen|Dec 2, 2024

    Complaining has become a taboo in today’s society, with an abundance of advice online about avoiding complaints during the holidays or managing frequent complainers. While it’s easy to dismiss complaining as harmless, the reality is it affects how we connect with others – and even how we view the world. Will Bowen, author and motivational speaker, suggests that the average person hears 500 complaints daily. This staggering number reveals how deeply embedded complaining is in our culture. According to Bowen, one reason people complain is to ga...

  • New writer on staff at Transcript

    Brandy Blegen|Nov 25, 2024

    Many of you have likely seen my name in a few 701 Rundown articles or met me around town. As the newest, and perhaps farthest-flung, addition to the New Rockford Transcript, I've already grown fond of the New Rockford community. On my first day, I called a friend to share how warm, welcoming and enjoyable all my interactions had been – it felt almost like I'd lived here my whole life. Growing up, I'd occasionally pass through New Rockford or play against the town in middle school sports, but I...

  • 701 Rundown: November 25, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Nov 25, 2024

    Rolette County commissioner arrested, charged with felony Rolette County Commissioner Craig Poitra has been arrested and charged with corruption of a minor, a Class C felony punishable by at least one year in prison. Poitra, accused of engaging in or soliciting sexual acts with a minor aged 15 to 17, was detained in Bottineau County. He is presumed innocent until proven guilty. Following his arrest, Poitra's case was classified as "restricted," limiting access to court records to involved parties and their attorneys. Assistant Attorney General...

  • Anderson resigns from Eddy County Soil Conservation

    Brandy Blegen|Nov 18, 2024

    After eight years of dedicated service to the Eddy County community, Shannon Anderson, District Manager of the Eddy County Soil Conservation District, has announced her departure to take on a new position with the Nelson County Farm Service Agency (FSA). “I want to thank Eddy County for allowing me the opportunity to serve you over the last eight years,” Anderson said in a letter to the community. “It has been a true pleasure to contribute to conservation efforts by planting and selling trees, and I’m proud to see my work flourishing within...

  • 701 Rundown: Nov. 18, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Nov 18, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Fugitive arrested in Carrington following jailbreak Law enforcement agencies worked together Saturday, Nov. 2 to capture fugitive Kyle Maez-Schaak, 32, of New Rockford, N.D., who escaped from Grand Forks County Jail. Carrington Police Chief Chris Bittmann said he was alerted earlier that day that Maez-Schaak, who was granted a furlough for a dental appointment, “never returned.” Maez-Schaak, with an extensive criminal record, was previ...

  • Collier to lead local Toys for Tots effort

    Brandy Blegen|Nov 11, 2024

    Toys For Tots is a program run by the U.S. Marine Corp Reserves that collects new, unwrapped toys for children in families in need at Christmas. In each community, one individual – whether a Marine, a member of a Marine Corps League Detachment, or a member of a local community organization – is appointed as the Toys for Tots Coordinator. Glenda Collier, a downtown business owner in New Rockford, has chosen to take on that role in her community, as she's a big supporter for programs that are affiliated with veterans. As the coordinator, she is...

  • 701 Rundown: Nov. 11, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Nov 11, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Leevers Foods acquires Harvey's Warehouse Grocery Leevers Foods will officially take over Harvey's Warehouse Grocery in Devils Lake on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, marking the completion of a month-long negotiation. The sale, which had been suspected by many of the store's loyal customers, was confirmed this week after Donna and Rob Marthe, who have owned the store since 1996, waited for Leevers to make the official announcement. James L...

  • Wind developer opens office

    Brandy Blegen|Nov 4, 2024

    Flickertail Wind, LLC has officially opened an office in New Rockford, aimed at enhancing community engagement for its wind energy project. The company encourages people to stop in at their open house in their new space on Thursday, Nov. 7 from 4-7 p.m. Their office is located in the New Rockford City Hall. Lucas Buerkley, a Fargo native and land agent for the company, emphasized the importance of being accessible to local residents. "We want to be present and available for those who have...

  • 701 Rundown: Nov. 4, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Nov 4, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Granville Veterans Memorial grants awarded Granville’s American Legion Post 155 commemorated the installation of a new Veterans Memorial Monument in Granville Cemetery this week. The project received a $750 grant from the Rural Development Fund Corporation (RDFC), which was matched by Souris River Telecommunications (SRT), bringing the total contribution to $1,500. The monument stands on a hill where four crosses have honored two World War...

  • 701 Rundown: Oct. 28, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Oct 28, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Fires burned nearly 90,000 acres Fires that erupted on Oct. 5 and 6 have scorched nearly 89,000 acres in central and eastern Williams County, making it the largest fire in North Dakota. The flames stretched approximately 20 miles, with one main fire starting 12 miles north of the U.S. Highway 85 and U.S. Highway 2 intersection and extending past Ray, while another fire moved from northwest Ray to south of Tioga. As of Thursday, the fires a...

  • 701 Rundown: Oct. 21, 2024

    Brandy Blegen|Oct 21, 2024

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Two dead from grass fires fueled by high winds Two people have died and thousands of acres, some rural homes and farm buildings were burned over the weekend from grass fires fueled by winds in excess of 70 mph across part of Williams County, including Divide County. First responders reported one death from the fires over the weekend, Johannes Van Eeden, a 26-year-old South African farmhand, died from injuries sustained in the fires near R...