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On Thursday, Aug. 22, students were once again filing into New Rockford-Sheyenne School, marking the end of summer break and the beginning of yet another year of learning. In the coming days, many of those students will also be getting to know new teachers. NR-S has seven new teachers for the 2024-25 school year, and the Transcript recently spoke to them so that they could also be introduced to the community. One of those teachers is Melody Volk, the district's new Business Education and CTE...
County and city officials are coming to grips with changes to the flood insurance rate map, which could have a significant impact on local property owners. For only the third time since 1973, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is producing new flood insurance rate maps, which allow communities to know what areas have higher risks of flooding, thereby making it easier to develop strategies for mitigating that risk. But as the name suggests, these maps also have a lot to do with flood...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Teammates in the classroom For two new Carrington Public School District teachers, it's become second nature to know what the other is doing, and to coordinate their actions toward a shared beneficial outcome. In the fourth grade at Carrington Elementary, new teachers McKenzie Johnson and Kadyn Mehring have lived the bonds of growing up together in the Central City, childhood-long friendship...
At their meeting on Monday, Aug. 12, the New Rockford-Sheyenne School Board discussed a preliminary budget for the 2024-25 school year, which shows the district nearly $5,000 in the black. But that preliminary budget hadn’t accounted for a sudden expense of $70,000, leaving the district in a difficult financial situation. The 2024-25 preliminary budget was presented to the school board by NR-S Business Manager Dave Skogen, and it shows total estimated revenue at approximately $5.070 million, w...
At the beginning of this month, the suggested contribution rate for Senior Meals and Services has increased for the first time in over 10 years. In a letter to clients, Cathy Saele-Odendaal, the Executive Director of Senior Meals and Services (SMS) out of Devils Lake, wrote that costs are increasing inorder to accommodate for the “never ending” rise in prices for groceries, supplies, fuel and more. “Senior Meals & Services must raise the suggested contribution rate from $4.00 to $5.00 effec...
This November, voters will consider a new ballot initiative targeting the elimination of property taxes in North Dakota. Supporters of the initiative submitted their proposed measure to the North Dakota Secretary of State’s Office with more than enough signatures (about 36,000) to qualify the initiative for November’s ballot, where it will appear as “Measure 4.” The initiative, if passed, would prohibit all political subdivisions in North Dakota – such as counties, school districts and citie...
Ty Jerrel of Sheyenne, a senior at New Rockford-Sheyenne, recently represented the North Dakota Farmers Union at the All-States Camp in Erskine, Minn. on June 26-30. He was joined by Rebecca Willer of Jamestown and Ozzie Skogen of Lakota, who also helped represent the N.D. Farmers Union at the camp in Minnesota. Willer and Skogen were also named to the National Youth Advisory Council for the coming year. The N.D. Farmers Union is a prominent organization in the state, which works to support...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. N.D. National Guardsman rescues woman from sinking car U.S. Army 2nd Lt. David Hooge, 231st Quartermaster Platoon, N.D. National Guard, rescued a woman from a sinking car in Devils Lake on July 29, 2024. While driving south of the city of Devils Lake, Hooge noticed a car behind him swerving back and forth before going off the road into the water of Devils Lake. Hooge pulled over and went t...
About this time a year ago, folks were wondering just how well the newly-formed football co-op between New Rockford-Sheyenne and Maddock would shake out. The answer, of course, was extremely well. With a sudden infusion of talent, the New Rockford-Sheyenne/Maddock (NR-S/M) Rockets enjoyed an undefeated regular season and were just one game from a state championship appearance. It was by far the best football season either community had experienced in several years. However, some of the most...
In recent months, canine complaints have been on the rise in New Rockford. Loose dogs accused of harassing pets and biting residents have been seen roaming the streets of New Rockford, and city officials discussed the problem at their August meeting. Two of those dogs, both pit bulls, have been sitting in the local dog pound recently, one of which recently escaped the pound before being caught a second time. One of the pit bulls is accused of biting a New Rockford resident and another resident's...
The Eddy-New Rockford Public Library is making reading fun for local youth. On Monday, August 12, from 4-6 p.m., the library will be holding an open house for their brand new safari-themed children's reading area. Located in the back of the library, this new hangout spot for young readers offers a unique place for kids to enjoy reading, and librarian Susie Sharp couldn't be more excited for kids to begin putting it to good use. "It's for kids to enjoy where they have their own area to read,"...
This coming weekend, there's another opportunity for New Rockford residents to help bring back the historic Rockford Theatre. When the theatre suddenly collapsed nearly two years ago, New Rockford residents were no longer able to enjoy a good movie, delicious popcorn or the theatre's recently renovated interior. But just because there's not a theatre for the moment, doesn't mean the New Rockford community can't sit down and enjoy a great movie together. In fact, residents will get to do just...
It's almost time for folks in New Rockford and the surrounding area to gather with their local heroes at New Rockford's Centennial Park. Lifesavers in the Park, organized by the Community Ambulance Service of New Rockford (CASNR), runs from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, and will feature all kinds of fun activities for the whole community. Sanford Airmed helicopter will be on site at 7:45 p.m. (pending call priorities and weather), allowing community members to see inside an air ambulance, w...
On Monday, August 5, city commissioners discussed and ultimately approved an expansion of Mindy's Clubhouse, the day care currently operating out of the Brown Memorial in New Rockford. Amanda Hegland, director of the New Rockford Area Betterment Corporation (NRABC), presented the proposal to commissioners, which allows the day care to use the building's stage. That, of course, will limit the availability of the Brown Memorial and its gym for public use, particularly for those who rent the gym...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Train derailment may have involved flawed rail cars, report says The July 5 train derailment in central North Dakota that caused hazardous materials to spill and catch fire may have involved tank cars that regulators have long identified as flawed. A preliminary report released Thursday by the National Transportation Safety Board said some of the 17 tank cars that derailed were reported t...
The Central Prairie Human Service Zone (Central Prairie) has a new director. Madison Crisman, who's been the zone's interim director since February of this year, has now officially been hired for the role of director. She took the interim job after the zone's previous director, Julie St. Germaine, resigned and took a position in western North Dakota to be closer to family. Since then, Crisman has earned the zone board's endorsement and respect, and looks forward to continuing her work as...
Foster County commissioners are officially requesting nearly $100,000 from Wells County, which they argue amounts to four years' worth of social service payments that haven't been distributed since 2020. A letter being drafted by Foster County State's Attorney Kara Brinster at the request of commissioners, will soon be sent to the Wells County Commission requesting exactly $92,757.88. A motion to send the letter was carried unanimously at Foster County's commission meeting on July 17, when...
The Eddy County Soil Conservation District (SCD) is proud to recognize the Weber farm as its 2024 Achievement winner. Dennis and Annie Weber, as well as Darin and Diana "Sis" Weber, started farming with their father in 1980 and 1982, respectively. In the years since, they've grown their families and brought another generation into the family farm, developing one of the finest operations in Eddy County. Dennis and Annie have three grown children (two girls and one son), as well as nine grandchild...
On Saturday, August 17, Hendrickson Park will once again host the annual Sheyenne Stampede. Over the past four years, the Stampede has come into its own as Sheyene's main event of the summer. It begins with classic rodeo action, followed by an always exciting concert from high-profile performers who aren't often found in rural North Dakota. This year's Stampede is no different, and headlining is the famous Eli Young Band, an award winning country music group with several chart-topping singles....
After a domestic incident on Sunday, July 28, Duane Allen Mudgett Jr. of New Rockford has been charged with simple assault – domestic violence and minor in consumption. Court documents allege that Mudgett and his girlfriend had been drinking that night, and that Mudgett physically assaulted her. “That said offense was committed around the 400 block of 13th Street North in the City of New Rockford … when the Defendant and Jane Doe (the Defendant’s girlfriend) were in his vehicle. The two had bee...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Range rehab Tuesday night trap! That's just one of the many activities available to residents and visitors at the shooting range west of Carrington. Courtesy of grant dollars and a lot of elbow grease, the community once again has access to a trap shooting facility right here at home. Owned by the City of Carrington and operated by the Central Dakota Sportsmen's Club, the range is open to t...
Cross Country at New Rockford-Sheyenne is back. After a brief hiatus, the NR-S cross country program returned last year and built itself a strong foundation of young athletes, and together they learned the ropes of long-distance running. They got faster and faster as the season went on, and now the program is set to return this fall with hopes of building on the progress made a year ago. This season will be head coach Joe Greiner’s second with the team, and he said he’s looking forward to ano...
Ryan Baron, the former Midkota superintendent accused of possessing child pornography and soliciting nude photos from a student, is now facing federal charges. Baron, age 41, was federally indicted on June 6, and all previous charges filed against him in the Southeast District Court were dismissed on Monday, July 8, to give way to the federal case. And now, an alleged co-conspirator identified in the indictment has pleaded guilty after reaching a plea agreement with federal prosecutors. Aaron Do...
Sheyenne's annual Sidewalk Market and City Wide Rummage sales are taking place on Saturday, August 10, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Celebrating the 15th year of their Farmers Market on Main, the community of Sheyenne will have over a dozen rummage sales in town, including several multi-party sales, spread along Main Street and across town. Anyone stopping by will enjoy the new handicap accessible sidewalks in town as they meander from sale to sale. And of course there will also be a flea market and...
It's a rare occasion when small communities like Sheyenne get a new local business, and even more uncommon is a new addition to Main Street. Yet that's exactly what the community of Sheyenne has with Prairie Gates Farmstand, a new local option for fresh produce and local artisanal wares. Anyone driving through Sheyenne on Hwy. 281 will notice the new farmstand adjacent to the local senior center. On offer there are seasonal fresh produce options such as lettuce, zucchini, cucumbers and several h...
