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It was a beautiful sunny summer day on Wednesday, May 29 as community members gathered in Centennial Park to observe state Arbor Day. At the close of the cemetery, officials and residents gathered to plant an Ohio buckeye tree in the park. A picnic lunch was served by the New Rockford Park District....
What began as an inherent joy of snapping photos has blossomed into a growing business for New Rockford native Jenna (Pieterick) Weisenburger. Now, after five years of shooting sports, infants, seniors and families, Jenna Lee Photography has a beautiful new studio where Jenna can work her photographic magic. As a student at New Rockford High School in the 90s, "I used to have a camera attached to me at all times," she recalls. "I've always been a shutterbug." And that she has. Jenna rose...
The New Rockford City Commission accepted a bid from Dickinson-based BEK Consulting for the major water main replacement project slated to begin this summer. The commission opened four bids between $5.56 million and $5.79 million on Monday, May 20. They then reconvened on Thursday, May 23 and selected BEK for the project, pending USDA-Rural Development approval of the $5.56 million bid. The other contractors who submitted bids include Hatton firm Naastad Brothers, Inc., who has worked on...
Calling all college scholars, athletes, performers and graduates! In the next (June 10) edition of the “New Rockford Transcript,” we plan to feature all the latest news and accomplishments from area alumni. If you or a student you know has been accepted into a program, made the dean’s list, received a scholarship, earned a degree or been recognized for his or her collegiate performance during the Spring 2019 semester in any way, share with us! In order to submit your student news, please email our office at [email protected] or drop us a...
Local childcare provider Jodi Hirchert is May's Employee of the Month sponsored by the New Rockford Area Chamber of Commerce. Jodi has cared for children for over 27 years, 15 of those as a licensed childcare provider. So when Amanda Hegland accepted the position of Executive Director for the New Rockford Area Betterment Corporation, she knew her daughters would be in good hands. Luckily for Hegland, Hirchert's philosophy centers on one thing: open communication with the parents. Hirchert says,...
The East Central Center for Exception Children social group, known as "Best Of Buddies," or simply BOB, gathered on Tuesday, May 21 for one last gathering this year. The primary reason for their outing was to take part in a Give Back Day. The buddies volunteered at the Carrington City Park by painting a few of the park fences. After the job was done, the buddies went to Pizza Ranch, where they enjoyed the buffet. They then celebrated and wished Mariah Duchscherer best of luck with cake an...
New Rockford-Sheyenne brings the 2018-19 school year to a close with its elementary awards ceremony. Scroll through the photographs to see which students received various recognitions and awards....
Over the weekend I was enjoying some Hershey's Kisses and noticed something very interesting. In the space between the K and the I, there was a kiss shape. When I showed my mom, she was surprised to see it and even more surprised that I noticed such a tiny detail. Graphic artists were the ones responsible for that creative design. It turns out, I actually know a graphic designer and decided to learn what it takes to work in that field. Ashley Schuster has worked at the New Rockford Transcript...
A bench warrant has been issued for David R. Guy of Devils Lake. He was arrested on December 12, 2018 and charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. He pleaded not guilty to both charges in court on Feb. 14. He was scheduled for a pre-trial conference on May 9; however, failed to appear, prompting a warrant. Warrants have also been issued for Reed Myers of Crookston, Minn. and Jo Beth Eagle of Bismarck for failure to comply with orders of the court. Anyone with information about the whereabouts of the above...
Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring encourages homeowners to check recommended plant hardiness zones and seek expert advice in some cases before buying and planting nursery stock for their property. “Many varieties of trees and shrubs adapt well to North Dakota’s climate and soils, but before you plant, you may want to talk with a trusted nursery dealer, horticulturist or local extension agent,” Goehring said. “They will help you select nursery stock that you will enjoy for years to come.” Goehring said the North Dakota Department of Agricu...
New Rockford and area folks extend sympathy to the family of Anna Mae Tollefson. Dick and Mary Ellen Turcot of Minnesota were in the area over graduation weekend. They were visitors at the Margie Anderson home and other friends. They and Margie enjoyed a visit over supper at the Bev Bjornson home Saturday. Tuesday Stan and Connie Guler and Joan Briss of West Fargo and Fargo tended to loved ones’ graves Tuesday and later picked up long-time friend Shirley Packard. All enjoyed visiting over lunch. Saturday visitors at the Leo and Janet Laube h...
About the Author: The son of a tenant farming parents in west-central Indiana, Ernie Pyle became history's greatest war correspondent. When Pyle was killed by a Japanese machine gun bullet on the tiny Pacific island of Ie Shima in 1945, his columns were being delivered to more than 14 million homes according to his "New York Times" obituary. During the war, Pyle wrote about the hardships and bravery of the common soldier, not grand strategy. His description of the G.I.'s life was more important...
Congratulations to all the 2019 graduates. Elisa Buehler and Joe Wentz spent Memorial Day weekend at the Buehler farm. They also visited Beau, Bria and Brittin Buehler at their home during the weekend. Brittin visited the Buehler family Friday. Nadley Buehler attended the Maddock Public School graduation and numerous open house gatherings. Nadley went to an open house celebration for Sandra Larson, daughter of Peter and Patti Jo Larson, Sunday afternoon at the Larson farm. Beau, Bria and Brittin were visitors and supper guests at the Todd and...
Saturday morning Doug Cudworth was a visitor at the Margie Anderson home. Doug filled Margie in on his recent trip to Italy with Merle and Marlys Hanson. House guests Sunday thru Wednesday at the Charlotte Koepplin home were cousin Sandra Johnson and her mother Ramona Koepplin. Both are from Minneapolis. It was their yearly trip to the New Rockford area where they tend to loved ones graves in honor of Memorial Day. Others they got a chance to visit with while here were Martin and Janelle Koepplin, Todd and Karen Koepplin, Taylor Koepplin,...
On Monday, May 20, members of the Loe family gathered at area cemeteries for the annual "eating on the graves." Attending this year were Chuck and Karen Erickson of Mandan, Arlo and Ruby Erickson of Grand Forks, Roger and Betty Westby of New Rockford and Jan Loe. Sunday, Jan Loe attended the open house for Sandra Larson, 2019 graduate, at the home of her parents, Peter and Patti Larson. Saturday evening, Patti Clifton attended the graduation open house celebration for Lucas Geiszler, son of Aaron Geiszler and Nicole Clifton Geiszler, in...
Bob in WW II A cold November breeze drifted over the family that had gathered on the depot platform to see Bob leave on the mixed mail-passenger train that served the community. Bob had finished boot camp and came home for a quick three-day leave before being sent to North Africa where the Allied forces were in trouble. For the 20th time, Dad looked up the track to see if the “Goose” was coming. A light appeared, the train rounded the curve and glided toward the platform. The train slowed and...
Like most people, I didn’t think much about my Social Security number – until I got a bizarre call from a total stranger. “Hello?” I answered suspiciously, because I saw “restricted” on my smartphone screen. “Hello, Tom.” “Who is this? What do you want?” “Who I am isn’t important. I called to thank you for working hard and paying your bills on time. Your excellent credit was just what I was looking for when I borrowed your Social Security number.” “You WHAT?” “It was easy, Tom. Maybe I sifted t...
Twenty years ago this June, when my father’s youngest sister Gwendol passed away, I glanced over at Dad during the funeral and thought, “He looks as if he has the weight of the world on his shoulders.” If my late father bore such a metaphorical burden from one loss, just think how much more pressure was on Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower 75 years ago. As supreme commander of Allied forces in Western Europe, he alone had the authority for launching or scrapping the invasion of Nazi-occupied terri...
State Superintendent Kirsten Baesler is asking North Dakotans to provide their reviews and opinions about a comprehensive state literacy instruction plan that is being updated this summer. The plan is a framework for strengthening all students’ abilities to read, write, speak and listen. It includes these essential elements: leadership, instruction and intervention, standards alignment, assessment and evaluation, professional development, and family and community engagement. The updated plan’s most recent draft is on the North Dakota Dep...
Esther (Klindworth) Indergaard, 83, of Carrington passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Golden Acres Manor, Carrington. The funeral services were held May 28, at Kverness Lutheran Church, Carrington. Burial was at Kverness Lutheran Cemetery, Carrington. Rev. Rick Loewen officiated with special music provided by Roger Lauckner, Clara Edwardson, Angie Walen and Noelle and Nikki Braaten. Honorary bearers were all of Esther's grandchildren. Esther was born Nov. 22, 1935 in Harvey, N.D., the...
Audrey Mae Donegan, 91, passed away peacefully May 17, 2019, at Golden Acres Manor in Carrington. The funeral was held May 29 at Voorhees Chapel at the Jamestown College campus. Rev. Rick Loewen officiated, with special music provided by Jeffrey Joyce and David Morlock. Burial was at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan, N.D. Honorary bearers were Jayden Thornton and all of Audrey's grand and great-grandchildren. Audrey was born Aug. 3, 1927, in Jamestown, to Erwin Moug and Lynfred...
Norris Conrad Rud, 94, of passed away May 25, 2019 at the CHI St. Alexius Health Center in Carrington, N.D. The funeral service was held May 30, at Grandfield Lutheran Church in rural Sheyenne, N.D. Burial was in the Grandfield Lutheran Cemetery. Pastor Jeff Halvorson officiated with special music provided by Mary Ellen Rue. Casket bearers were Kris Rud, Dusty Lawson, Geoff Blegen, Darrin King, Preston King, Kent Myhre, Levi Rue, Dylan Rue and Greg Rue. Honorary pallbearers were congregation...
Anna Mae Tollefson, 90, New Rockford, N.D. passed away Friday, May 24, 2019 at CHI St. Alexius Medical Center in Carrington. Anna Mae Johnson, daughter of Paul and Lydia (Rudel) Johnson, was born May 22, 1929, on her parents' farm near Fessenden, where she was raised. She attended Fessenden Public School, graduating from high school in 1947. She later took the Civil Service exam and began working for the Farmers Home Administration, then located in the lower level of the New Rockford Post Office...
Dare I say it? Is spring finally here? It sure looks like it and I am glad as I'm sure most of you are also. Late May and early June seems to pretty much belong to the children. They are going through final tests for the school year. There are concerts and award nights, state contests in various academic endeavours as well as athletic events. There are graduations and often times, accompanying open houses. Not only are there school events, there are also church related events. Sunday schools have their last classes for the season as well as Con...
On June 11, 1902, veterinarian J.C. Whiteman received an automobile and had given just about everyone in town a ride over the next two days. [This is the first mention in the“Transcript” of car-ownership by a New Rockford resident; the appearance of“Horseless Carriages” in a July 15, 1898, circus parade was the first recorded instance of automobiles on the streets of New Rockford.] On June 12, Peter Michel was in town on business. Mr. and Mrs. Gabriel Prichard [Pritchard?] arrived from Oil Cit...
