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On Tuesday, Nov. 28, a coordinated scam was launched on parishioners of the First Lutheran Church in New Rockford. Unfortunately, at least one of those parishioners fell victim to the scam, losing a total of $400. The scammer or scammers launched their assault at around noon on Tuesday with a simple text message, which appeared to be from pastor Amy Kippen. The message began by addressing the target by name, such as the one sent to Katie Jorgensen, office administrator for the First Lutheran...
Otter Tail Power Company has announced their intention to increase their electrical rates. On November 2, they submitted an application with the N.D. Public Service Commission (PSC), starting a nearly year-long process often referred to as a “rate case.” The PSC will now review the costs Otter Tail incurs to provide its customers with electricity, and then determine the appropriate prices for the use of those services. “This independent, public process helps ensure transparency and fair rates fo...
Hunting season is officially in full swing, and for the N.D. Game and Fish Department that means a busy schedule of ensuring our lands remain a safe and healthy hunting environment, both now and into the future. Recently, one out-of-state hunter was caught allegedly using illegal hunting practices here in Eddy County. The hunter, Tyler Brick of Minnesota, was charged with three separate infractions, including “surreptitious intrusion or interference with privacy – wildlife photography,” as well...
UPDATED November 30, 2023 On Wednesday, Nov. 29, the Superintendent of the Midkota Public School District was charged with several felonies for the possession of child pornography. Ryan Baron, also the school district's high school principal, was arrested on Tuesday, Nov. 28 and officially charged the next morning with five counts of "possession of certain materials prohibited," each a Class C felony. According to a press release from the Griggs County Sheriff's Office, Baron was arrested...
As the weather outside becomes frightful, our favorite sports move inside – and that means the start of basketball season is upon us. However, this years’ basketball season is set to look quite a bit different than years past, as a number of rule changes were made and a three-class system returns for the 2023-24 season for the first time in nearly 60 years. For starters, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) has approved several rule changes this season regarding fou...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Watford City man charged with murder Scott Beane, 35, of Watford City, has been charged with Class AA felony murder. According to documents filed with the Northwest Judicial District, the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a fire at a residence on Sept. 12, 2023. The individual who reported the crime indicated to law enforcement that he could see his wife deceased in...
Every aspiring photographer dreams of one day having their own professional studio, and Kayahna Hopfauf, a 2021 graduate of NR-S, was no different. Now, after more than a year of offering professional photography services in the area, Hopfauf has finally turned that dream into reality. Located at 303 1st Street South in New Rockford – the building where Halvorson Auto was located – the official KayElla Photography studio offers a great location for year-round photo shoots. "Honestly, just to...
Rural communities are only functional if there are dedicated residents willing to stick around and step into important roles. One such resident in Eddy County is Danny Shroyer, who first joined the board for the Eddy County Soil Conservation District (SCD) back in 1998, and has stuck with it ever since. Now, he's in his 25th year on the board, and the good work he's done hasn't gone unrecognized. At the 85th annual meeting of the North Dakota Association of Soil Conservation Districts held Nov....
The New Rockford-Sheyenne School Board is currently reviewing plans for the next four years, with a final vote to come at their next regular board meeting. The NR-S board first began the strategic planning process by hiring a consultant, Jeffry Schatz, and by forming a planning committee. The planning committee met with Schatz three times this summer to come up with the plan, and a writing team was assembled to draft the official document presented to the board on Monday, Nov. 13. “Our s...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. BNSF trains still blocking both railroad crossings in city of Buxton Buxton city leaders renewed their frustrations with BNSF Railway at a meeting on Nov. 8 following more reports that BNSF trains had blocked both railroad crossings in the city. Mayor Travis Soderberg said he received angry calls and texts from the residents on Oct. 27, complaining that BNSF trains sat idle on the tracks i...
The plan to add a second gymnasium to the New Rockford-Sheyenne Public School may soon become a whole lot more affordable. Since first being approved back in 2020, the cost of the school's new gymnasium has ballooned far past expectations, with the latest price tag estimated in excess of $4 million. That number, according to members of the second gym committee, has proven to be a tough hurdle to overcome when talking to potential donors. But now, a new plan promises to significantly cut the...
On Monday, Nov. 13, the New Rockford-Sheyenne School Board hired a pair of new teachers for the following school year. The first position considered was for secondary science. The school’s secondary science position was abruptly vacated early this school year when Krystal Caldwell resigned, citing her displeasure that she was assigned to teach middle school students. The secondary science teacher considered on Monday is Genesis Ang, a native of the Philippines who is currently teaching in N...
On Sunday, Nov. 12, the New Rockford-Sheyenne gymnasium was abuzz with competitive activity. Ashton Reimche, a senior at NR-S, organized and coordinated a 3-on-3 basketball tournament to raise money for the school’s second gymnasium project – and it was a great success. In total, nearly 90 people participated in the tournament, who were organized into 29 different teams. They competed in a round-robin format with every team competing against one another, and all appeared to have a great time. Re...
City commissioners on Monday, Nov. 6 heard from a representative of Aqua Pure regarding the city’s water plant, and new details were revealed about why the plant hasn’t been operating as well as commissioners expected. George Reck of Aqua Pure – the City of New Rockford’s new chemical supplier – explained that membranes within the plant's new reverse osmosis (RO) system appear to have deteriorated significantly since the system became operational just over a year ago. Those membranes, as he exp...
A man has been charged with several felonies after a confrontation began at Buck-It’s Bar in New Rockford and ended in a police chase through town. Brandon Zickefoose, 27, of Burgettstown, Pa. is charged with aggravated assault with a weapon and fleeing a peace officer, both Class C felonies, as well as actual physical control – intoxicating liquor and driving under suspension, both Class B misdemeanors. According to court documents, the incident began on Saturday, Nov. 4, when Zickefoose con...
Here in North Dakota, there are few things better than the charming nature of a small town. It's one of the qualities many North Dakotans are most proud of, and for some towns, it's something they're trying desperately to hold on to. As the years go by, rural communities have struggled more and more to retain the local fixtures that provide that elusive charm, and many have lost them entirely. But some towns, like Grace City, N.D. with its population of around 50, are still holding on to their...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Local man facing charges in dog attack Shane Stegeman of Carrington has been charged with several crimes, including child neglect, after his dog allegedly attacked his 3-year-old stepdaughter last summer. The child, referred to as “A.H.” in court documents, reportedly suffered injuries after the household dog suddenly attacked on Friday, August 25, 2023 at their Carrington home. Stege...
The New Rockford-Sheyenne/Maddock Rockets' magical 2023 season has come to an end. Playing against the undefeated South Border Mustangs in New Rockford on Saturday, Nov. 4, the Rockets ultimately fell just a couple of yards short in the semifinals of the 9-man playoffs. The whirlwind of a game first saw South Border jump out to an early 16-0 lead, capitalizing on long pass attempts on crucial possession downs, as well as two turnovers that ended promising drives for the Rockets. It certainly was...
When the 100-year-old Rockford Theatre collapsed last winter, many wondered what would become of one of downtown New Rockford's most iconic and historic structures. To the relief of the entire community, theatre manager Glenda Collier confirmed soon after its collapse the intention to rebuild the theatre. And now, nearly a year later, the Rockford Theatre's future is becoming more clear than ever. On Tuesday, Oct. 31, the Rockford Theatre Rebuild Committee came together to iron out details for...
Two individuals have been sentenced after striking unattended vehicles in New Rockford earlier this year. On July 2, 2023, Nathan Rue of Eddy County struck a parked car while driving on 1st Avenue North in New Rockford with a blood alcohol content of 0.243 percent. The legal limit in North Dakota is 0.08 percent. The documents also describe how the parked car suffered property damage and subsequently hit the car parked in front of it, causing damage to the second vehicle as well. After...
Johnny Grann, a 2021 NR-S graduate and Sheyenne native, has been turning heads at the University of Jamestown recently. Grann, now in his junior year at university, has been the Jimmies fourth string quarterback this season. However, against the No. 3 Morningside Mustangs on Saturday, Oct. 21 he suddenly came off the bench and very nearly led the Jimmies to a monumental upset. The Jimmies' starter, Ty Monson, couldn't play due to injury, and his backup, Nick Martinez, lasted only one offensive...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Explosion rocks Alexander area On Saturday, Oct. 21, an explosion occurred on an oil pad west of Alexander, N.D. The blast was reportedly felt as far away as Grassy Butte, about 48 miles southeast of Alexander. According to Karolin Jappe, McKenzie County Emergency Manager, three tanks on the site were affected but the cause of the blast was still unknown. Multiple agencies responded to the b...
Would it surprise you to know that a significant amount of the newspaper has been written via iPhone these past few weeks? Well, unfortunately it has. In fact, any article written by me since the Oct. 16 edition appeared in your mailboxes has been typed out from my living room and on a cell phone app, and I’ve hardly been at the office for over three weeks now. All because I've been dealing with severe lower back pain, which has had me in and out of the doctor’s office, chiropractor and hos...
The NR-S Cross Country program has concluded their 2023 season. Head coach Joe Greiner and runners Gabe Smith, Seth Greiner and Neecie Swart traveled to Parkhurst Campground in Jamestown for the state cross country meet on Saturday, Oct. 28. The event was originally supposed to take place on Friday, Oct. 27, but was postponed to the following day due to the winter storm that dropped several inches of snow in the area. Though they had an extra day to clear the snow, the event organizers could do...
Sheyenne GRIT, a newly- formed nonprofit community development group, is literally transforming their community one house at a time. Like many small towns in America, Sheyenne, N.D. is not alone in facing the tough challenge of attracting new residents and growing their community. Many small, rural towns are hemorrhaging population as they struggle to retain businesses and maintain basic services, and housing is often a particularly difficult problem to tackle. But the community of Sheyenne is...
