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  • Youth track meet set for August 12

    Kyrie Dauenhauer|Aug 5, 2024

    On your mark, get set, GO! Tracksters ages 12 years and under are invited for New Rockford's second annual youth track meet that is set for Monday, August 12. Once again, the youth track meet will be held out at Archie & Jessie Campbell Park next to the James River in New Rockford, with events starting at 5:30 p.m. The athletes will be split up into five different age groups – 4 and under, 5-6 years, 7-8 years, 9-10 years and 11-12 years – with boys and girls competing separately. This yea...

  • Crisman welcomed as new director of Central Prairie

    Nathan Price|Aug 5, 2024

    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...

  • Eddy, Foster owed by Wells County for undistributed human service funds

    Nathan Price|Aug 5, 2024

    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...

  • Webers earn Achievement Award

    Nathan Price|Aug 5, 2024

    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...

  • Eli Young Band to headline Stampede

    Nathan Price|Aug 5, 2024

    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....

  • Mudgett charged with simple assault

    Nathan Price|Aug 5, 2024

    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...

  • James Buchli, first North Dakotan to fly in space, awarded state's top honor

    Jeff Beach, North Dakota Monitor|Aug 5, 2024

    Jim Buchli credited teamwork as a Marine in Vietnam and at NASA for the opportunity to become the first North Dakotan to fly in space. Buchli on Tuesday officially added another award to his list of accomplishments as the 49th recipient of the Rough Rider Award, North Dakota's highest honor. "NASA really allowed us to become team players," Buchli said in a ceremony on the University of North Dakota campus. "Working together for a year for a flight with a crew, you become one. You understand...

  • Sheyenne: August 5, 2024

    Patti Clifton|Aug 5, 2024

    The tomato plants at the community garden are struggling to come back after the hail storm on July 16. Michelle Gilley and Patti Larson picked off about five gallons of damaged fruit so the plants could focus energy on new blossoms. The setback will be significant before new ripe tomatoes are seen. A couple of large tree limbs at both Hendrickson Park and Warsing Dam also fell victims to the strong winds of that hailstorm. Eunice Throlson volunteered at the sign-in table of Vitalant Blood Drive in New Rockford last Monday. Patti Larson was one...

  • 701 Rundown: August 5, 2024

    Nathan Price|Aug 5, 2024

    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...

  • Reflecting on my time "behind the scenes"

    Lora Wobbema|Aug 5, 2024

    This summer I got to work as an intern at the Transcript, and my favorite part of the job was being behind the camera. At the end of the school year our Black Sox boys made it to state baseball, which hadn't been done in 24 years. I covered the region championship and several of the state games. I remember being in the dugout on the last play of the region championship game. I was getting ready to take all of the celebration shots when one of our players turned to look at me and told me to move because they were all gonna jump over the fence...

  • Forgetting our Olympic woes

    Tom Purcell|Aug 5, 2024

    Bowling didn't make the cut again. Neither will baseball and softball, ballroom dancing, pole dancing and a host of other sports be featured in the 2024 Summer Olympics games in Paris. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is picky about the sports it chooses. A sport must be widely practiced globally, draw a high level of interest among the media and public and also not pose too many cost and scheduling obstacles, such as the need to build large baseball stadiums. But in a perfect world,...

  • Biden's withdrawal: Presidential character in action

    David Adler|Aug 5, 2024

    The possibilities of the Office of the Presidency, the Framers of the Constitution knew, would depend in large measure on the character of its occupant. The Presidency was constrained by the terms of the Constitution and the doctrine of checks and balances, designed to temper the vaulting ambition of future chief executives who might imitate those in European countries that aggrandized power for their own interests. But the presidency was also empowered to perform the responsibilities of the Office, which possessed the bandwidth to inspire the...

  • New Rockford blood drive brings in 66 volunteers

    Aug 5, 2024

    The New Rockford community hosted a blood drive with Vitalant on July 22, 2024 at First Lutheran Church, which helped collect a total of 75 units of blood products for patients in need. A total of 66 individuals volunteered to donate blood and 59 were able to successfully donate, with five giving blood for the first time. With 10 donors giving automated procedures, we were able to collect a total of 75 products – exceeding our promise to area hospitals. First Lutheran Church and Bank Forward sponsored the blood drive. Sandy O'Connor, Nancy L...

  • Sermonette: August 5, 2024

    Pastor Jeff Halvorson|Aug 5, 2024

    Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Wow, here we are, in the month of August already. The kids' summer ball seasons are over. The stores have had back-to-school advertisements for some time now. The college and high school football camps are open for fall practice leading up to the opening of their seasons. But, closer to home, it is the harvest season. Before we know it, the combines will be in the fields and the new crops of barley and wheat will make their way to market or in bins on the farm. Let's not forget the various farmers markets...

  • Living on Purpose: Focus on the invisible not the impossible

    Billy Holland|Aug 5, 2024

    Stop for a moment and closely observe this trial you’ve been going through. When you are wounded and perplexed, it seems all you can think about is the pain, but within this raging battle ask yourself (and be honest) if you’re focusing more on the circumstance than on God who has all the answers. Ask and allow Him to heal your heart. This situation will not last forever and after a period of suffering the time will come to crawl back to your knees, stand up, dust yourself off, and try to gle...

  • Obituary: Donna Weber

    Aug 5, 2024

    Donna Weber Sheyenne, N.D. Donna Mae Weber, age 91, went home into the arms of Jesus, on Sunday morning, July 28, 2024, at Jamestown Regional Medical Center. Donna's graveside service was held on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Nystrom Cemetery, rural Sheyenne, N.D. followed by a celebration of life that was held at Evangelical Free Church at 3 p.m. Pastor Joe Greiner officiated with special music by Delaine Rademacher. Pallbearers were Curt Meehan, Dustin Weber, Devin Weber, Aaron Weber,...

  • History of New Rockford: August 5, 2024

    K.C. Gardner Jr.|Aug 5, 2024

    On Feb. 12, 1907, Academy student Mae Engberg was called home to Barlow by the news her father, J.R. Engberg, had died in the Norgaard Hospital in Fargo that morning from pneumonia. Funeral services were held in Fargo and conducted by the Elks Lodge. Engberg was 49, had been born in Sweden, and had arrived in Barlow in 1897, where he helped start the Engberg Farm and Land Co. He was survived by his wife, four children – Sumner, Mae, Guy W. and Thaddeus R. – and a brother Barney L. Engberg, all o...

  • Savvy Senior: This is not a scam: Social Security needs you to update your online account

    Jim Miller|Aug 5, 2024

    Dear Savvy Senior, I recently received an email that I needed to update my online Social Security account. Is this legit or is it a scam? Suspicious Susan Dear Susan, The Social Security Administration did indeed send out a legitimate email last month to notify recipients that they are making changes to the way you access Social Security’s online services, including your personal “my Social Security” account. The changes will simplify your sign-in experience and align with federal authe...

  • Dakota Gardener: Herb your enthusiasm

    Emily How|Aug 5, 2024

    Adding aroma, texture and some fun, herbs are a fantastic addition to any garden. When choosing my garden herbs, I often go through the old song, "Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme" and then add my kitchen staples of basil, cilantro and mint. This year I decided to get a little experimental and bought some cinnamon basil seeds. I will admit, they were on sale and I was curious, but it has been an exciting addition to the garden. Watching the basil grow and waiting to smell the aroma was a good...

  • Cross country season begins Aug. 12

    Nathan Price|Aug 5, 2024

    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...

  • N.D. Angus Tour set for September 14-16

    Aug 5, 2024

    Enjoy socializing with fellow Angus peers as well as meeting new acquaintances at this year’s upcoming N.D. Angus tour. The tour will headquarter out of Devils Lake, N.D., and feature North Dakota Angus breeders from Carrington to Hannaford, and Rolette to Fordville. The event will kick off Saturday, September 14 with registration and a social gathering of all participants, sponsors and ranches at the Fireside Inn & Suites in Devils Lake. The N.D. Angus Auxiliary will be hosting a fundraiser event as well. This will include a unique tour of CoJ...

  • Within our Walls: Back-to-school tips for a successful year

    Jodi Hovdenes|Aug 5, 2024

    We are approaching that time of the year again. Soon our children will be heading back to school. Are we ready? Are they ready? Here are a few suggestions that can assist you and your child in having a great back-to-school experience. It is recommended that children have a well-child exam yearly. During this exam, your provider will be able to track your child’s growth and development. He/she can assess for any physical or emotional needs your child may have, and can intervene quickly if any issues are identified. It is also a good time to r...

  • Fort Totten Days 2024

    Aug 5, 2024

    On July 26-28, the 56th annual Fort Totten Days celebration took place up in Fort Totten. The event included the Fort Totten Roughrider Rodeo on Saturday, July 27, as well as dance and singing contests, moccassin games and more....

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