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The Vietnam Veterans Memorial on Hwy. 281 is one of New Rockford's most recognizable landmarks. Today, it's flanked on either side by an M-47 tank and a HUEY helicopter - two impossible-to-miss relics that bring well-deserved attention to the memorial and the veterans it honors. The tank and helicopter are joined in the middle by three flags: the American flag, the flag of North Dakota and the POW/MIA flag. In front of them sits a large stone with a plaque that reads "Vietnam Veterans Memorial;...
The vacant building on Eighth Street that was once home to the New Rockford Transcript, Just 4 Kidz Childcare and Joe's Knotty Pine Bar finally has a new owner. Glenda Collier purchased the space earlier this year, which hadn't been occupied since the Transcript moved to its current location in 2020. Collier has since moved her business, "Styles by Glenda," into the new location, which officially re-opened on Tuesday, Nov. 1. Collier had been operating out of the Shear Delight Salon on 820...
Charges have been filed after a videotaped altercation between a group of hunters and a local landowner went viral on social media. The video was posted to YouTube by Jacob Sweere, a hunter from Minnesota who said he'd made a 7-hour drive to Eddy County for a duck hunt. Sweere was one of six hunters in the video, who can be seen shooting a number of ducks in the early morning hours of Friday, Oct. 21. The group was set up along the property line of a harvested bean field, located in Lake...
The Eddy County Commission’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 1, was the last for long-time commissioner Neal Rud. Rud was first elected to the commission in 2006, and he told his fellow commissioners on Tuesday how much he’s enjoyed serving Eddy County, but that it’s time he moves on after 16 years. “I’m the old man on the commission, though I don’t look it,” he said in jest, sparking laughter from those in attendance. “It’s been great, and I’ve enjoyed the employees, … but 16 years is long...
After a short suspension, service to families on NR-S School’s Northwest Bus Route is mostly back up and running. Families and students along the route have received two more letters since they were first informed Oct. 3 that afternoon service on their route would be suspended. The first letter, written by NR-S Superintendent, Jill Louters, stated the suspension would begin Oct. 10 and last through Friday, Oct. 28. However, a subsequent letter dated Oct. 11, which was sent to the Transcript b...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Rolla school celebrates opening of newly-donated fitness center Last spring, the public school in Rolla entered a national contest, and were named one of three winners in North Dakota out of 125 that entered. Now, the school has finally cut the ribbon on a $100,000 fitness center. The center, which has been named the “Don’t Quit Fitness Center,” is the culmination of months of hard work, w...
Earlier this year, 16-year-old Bailey Jacobson went to see the doctor with a cough. Her mother, Karla, said she could sense something else wasn't quite right, however, and so she asked for blood work just to be sure. The results revealed abnormal counts in Bailey's system, such as low levels of hemoglobin - a protein responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body. More tests followed, and not long after a CT scan revealed a mass in Bailey's chest. She was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lympho...
New court dates have been set for Shannon Brandt, accused of murdering McHenry teenager Cayler Ellingson, and Matthew Braun, who’s accused of burglarizing local bars in downtown New Rockford. After Brandt’s original charge of vehicular homicide was dismissed and upgraded to murder, his initial appearance was held relatively soon after on Oct. 13. However, his preliminary hearing and/or arraignment isn’t on the docket until Tuesday, Dec. 6. Meanwhile, Matthew Braun, who allegedly broke into...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Cass County Sheriff welcomes Deputy K9 Griggs Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner recently held a press conference where he swore in a new four-legged member to the team: Deputy K9 Griggs. K9 Griggs’ new handler is Deputy Jacob Murray, who attended handler training at a K9 school in Iowa. K9 Griggs is trained in narcotics tracking, tracking missing persons/fugitives and criminal app...
One of New Rockford's favorite dining destinations, the Bird Dawg Cafe, is undergoing an exciting rebrand, complete with a new name and logo, as well as new and diverse menu options. LaRae (Gehrtz) Sifuentes, a native of New Rockford, is currently in the process of taking ownership of the restaurant, which has now been named the "Loco Ketchup Cafe." Sifuentes described a fun and wholesome story behind the new name, involving Dennis Gehrtz, her father, and Brad Reisonour, the cafe's current...
Construction on Highway 281 is wrapping up. As of press time, construction crews were laying the final lift of pavement on the northbound lane just outside of Sheyenne. According to Ethan Kitsch, Project Engineer team lead for the project, once that's done, it won't be long before drivers can return to the highway unobstructed by pilot cars and a 45-mph speed limit. "We should be completed [with paving] this week," said Kitsch on Tuesday. "It'll just be miscellaneous cleaning items throughout...
On Monday, Oct. 17, the bowling alley's new youth bowling league officially kicked off. About two dozen children took part on the first day of bowling action for the league, and the kids had a blast knocking down pins while consuming as many sugary treats and goodies as their parents' wallets could afford. The youth bowling league consists of two different groups: Kids in grades 2-8 compete after school on Mondays at 4 p.m., while those in grades 9-12 compete at 1 p.m. on Sundays. Also present l...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Klubben sentenced to 18 months in state pen On Thursday, Oct. 6, Keyshawn James Klubben, 20, of Grafton was sentenced to five years in the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to serve 18 months, which will be immediately followed by three years supervised probation. Northeast District Judge Barb Whelan accepted a plea agreement that was reached between Walsh County State's A...
On Monday, Oct. 10, afternoon service on the northwest bus route for the New Rockford-Sheyenne School District was suspended. That’s according to an Oct. 3 letter sent by NR-S Superintendent Jill Louters to parents/guardians of students along the route. The letter, which was obtained by the Transcript from a parent and is published in its entirety on page A2, says the suspension is effective through Friday, Oct. 28. “At that time I am hopeful that a licensed driver can be secured,” writes Louters in the letter. The letter does not speci...
It's time for part three of our weekly features on the four candidates vying for one of two available seats on the Eddy County Commission. This week, the Transcript is featuring Jamie Allmaras. Allmaras is running for his first term as a commissioner, and enters the general election as the candidate who received more votes than any of his fellow competitors in the primary. His responses to our questions are listed below. Q: Introduce yourself to voters – what is your background and what e...
At their regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 6, Eddy County Commissioners received an update on fire mitigation at the courthouse. During last month's meeting, Eddy County Emergency Manager, Lisa Thompson, revealed an alarming lack of fire safety measures within the building. Until recently, the courthouse had no working smoke or carbon monoxide alarms and its fire extinguishers were outdated. And despite the courthouse’s fire safety plan stating to pull an alarm in the case of a fire, there w...
On Monday, Oct. 10, the New Rockford-Sheyenne School Board held a short meeting in which they approved a final reading of the virtual learning policy, which some worry will eliminate the classic “snow day.” The policy, listed as Policy ABAC, allows NR-S to offer virtual instruction when “weather or other conditions” force administration to cancel in-person learning. The policy passed with one dissenting vote from board member Patti Larson, who had previously expressed concern about the policy...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. County addresses employee actions in special meeting Two employees have been handed reprimands by the county commission after an employee’s use of county equipment was brought to their attention. In a special meeting on Sept. 27, Emmons County Commissioners addressed the issue of a road commission employee using a county vehicle to fix a waterway and blade his own driveway. Emmons Cou...
They've done it again. The New Rockford-Sheyenne Rockets have defied expectations, defeating the Larimore Polar Bears and securing their fourth playoff appearance in five years. Entering their last game of the regular season on Friday, Oct. 7, the Rockets were down multiple starters due to injury and were coming off back-to-back defeats as a result. They also entered Larimore knowing that, by the end of the day, they were likely to be in a three-way tie for second place in the region...
On Saturday, Oct. 15, the New Rockford-Sheyenne Rockets took on the North Border Eagles in a first round playoff matchup. As the lower seed, NR-S had to endure the long drive to Pembina for the game, which is less than five miles from the Canadian border. And unfortunately for the Rockets, the ride home may have felt even longer, after having just been defeated and seeing their season come to a close. Laden with injuries, the Rockets were incapable of moving the ball offensively for much of the...
Significant change has come to the Community Ambulance Service of New Rockford (CASNR) in recent weeks, and more is due to arrive in the years ahead. As of Sept. 1, Angie Hopfauf has stepped in as CASNR's new manager, taking over the position from Georgia Johnson, and on Saturday, Oct. 1, Tanya Munson replaced Tiffany Harr as business manager. The two take over just as CASNR has finally made a purchase seven years in the making: a brand new ambulance. The new ambulance is a four-wheel drive...
With the Nov. 8 election on the horizon, it's becoming increasingly important to know who the candidates are for local elections, and what they stand for. This cycle, there's just one contested election in Eddy County, as four candidates are vying for two positions on the Eddy County Commission. The Transcript has invited all four to be featured and to answer a number of questions. Questions that anyone hoping to win a seat at the commissioners table should be able to answer. This week, the...
On Saturday, Oct. 1, Melissa Ystaas became the new owner of Peak Performance Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, PLLC - a staple in New Rockford since it was first founded by Jodi Tjelta in 2005. After 17 years of excellent treatment and service to the New Rockford community, Tjelta is passing on her life's work to Ystaas, who intends to continue Peak Performance's good standing as a place where local residents can heal and rehabilitate. "What I'm excited for is to continue offering the...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Late Harvest A late planting season and subsequent late harvest is giving Divide County farmers a few unwelcome challenges. Farmers harvesting near Crosby, Ambrose and Noonan are reporting only being half finished, when harvesting has typically been completed by this time of year. Bruce Fagerbakke is cutting durum south of Noonan. “We’re battling moisture since it hasn’t cured out all the wa...
As expected, the New Rockford-Sheyenne Rockets had a tough outing against the North Prairie Cougars on Friday, Sept. 30. Entering Friday's matchup, the undefeated Cougars had dominated nearly every opponent they'd faced, and had just defeated two straight opponents by nearly 50 points. Put simply, North Prairie have their eyes set on a state championship, and the Rockets were hardly a speed bump as the Cougars continued their march to the postseason. The tone of Friday's game was set early, as a...
