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After being delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 census data has finally been released. Eddy County and the surrounding area saw a drop in population, while the overall population of North Dakota soared. According to the twenty-fourth decennial United States census, the population of Eddy County dropped by 1.6 percent from a decade ago, for a total population of 2,347. New Rockford’s population remained relatively stable, decreasing by 30 residents for a total population of 1,361. M...
On August 17, a special school board meeting was held to discuss the second gym project, where the proposed location of the gym was finally unveiled. Allie Stevens, a design professional from the ICON Architectural Group, began by showing the board pictures of the proposed location. Rather than attaching it to the current gymnasium and elementary wing, she proposed building it adjacent to the CTE wing, which would minimize the impact on existing school structures. Of particular concern was the p...
Bring your bestie, boyfriend or brother to Buck-It's Bar this Saturday for the inaugural Rockford Ribfest! Taste ribs prepared by 10 contestants, and take in a full day of family fun. The event will take place within and outside of Buck-It's Bar in downtown New Rockford, with 9th Street blocked off all day from Central Avenue to the alley. The pit opens at 9 a.m., so attendees can watch the contestants smoke, baste and finish their ribs. A light lunch/snack will be available for purchase...
CASNR held their annual Lifesavers in the Park on Tuesday, August 17. From ambulance and helicopter tours, to dunk tanks, bouncy houses and so much more. Here are a few snapshots of the 2021 Lifesavers in the Park....
On August 13, Private Kaden Jensen, a senior at New Rockford-Sheyenne High School, returned from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C., becoming the latest of his family to serve our country in the armed services. Jensen enlisted in the North Dakota National Guard last year at just 17 years old, taking advantage of a split training option for juniors in high school. When asked why he decided to serve, Jensen said, "I decided to join because I have lots of family who are prior...
City of New Rockford Public Works Superintendent Bruce Hirchert and the New Rockford City Commission present this guide to help direct residents on proper waste disposal procedures at the city’s inert landfill. The City of New Rockford has received two deficiency letters from the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality in the past six months. Recent deficiencies noted by the DEQ primarily include disposal of other things beside wood and trees into the burn pile, and dumping household garbage at the landfill. Communities with more t...
For the longest time I had no clue what to do with my life. As a kid, I dreamt of being a professional football player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, or a baseball player for the Pittsburgh Pirates or even a hockey player for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Yes, I've had a strange obsession with the city of Pittsburgh since I was 8 years old... However, having been born and raised in Huron, S.D., those dreams always felt far-fetched, nor was I athletically gifted. In high school I just went through the...
The North Dakota Veterinary Medical Association (NDVMA) recently named Dr. Frank Walker from New Rockford as the "2021 North Dakota Veterinarian of the Year." Dr. Walker was presented the distinguished award and honored at the NDVMA Annual Meeting held in Medora on August 12-14, 2021. The NDVMA Veterinarian of the Year Award was established in 1975, to recognize the time and efforts by its members, above and beyond that of normal participation, for the good of the association and/or profession....
Saturday visitor at the Jimmy Indergaard home was his sister Sharon Laxdal. Supper found them enjoying the company of Andy and Ruth Braaten and Noelle. All of them also visited with Justin and Brittany Backer, and met the Backers' new baby girl, and Chastin. Karen Koepplin was a brief stopper on Wednesday to the Charlotte Koepplin home. Margie Anderson was happy to get a phone call from Beverly Ellifson recently. Bev is doing fine in Minneapolis and sends greetings to all her friends here. Sunday visitors and dinner guests at the Charlotte...
Thursday, Janet Laube drove to Devils Lake, renewed her driver’s license, did some shopping and enjoyed dinner at the Cedar Inn before returning home. Kevin Johnson and Calvin Packard were helpers Tuesday at the Shirley Packard home, replacing shelving in the kitchen. Travelers Dave and Cheryl Gabbert have parked their “home away from home” at Dave’s brother Brandon’s in Hankinson, and they will be house guests of Brandon in Blain, Minn. awhile. They will make their way to North Dakota and will take in the Steam Threshers Reunion in September...
Lester Roberts was in New Rockford on business on Tuesday. Lester and Howard and Helen Schmid received a call from Don Knutson of Phoenix, Ariz. Don told them that his sister, Ann and her husband, Floyd Boschee of Sun City, Ariz. had both passed away within days of each other. Ann was a 1955 Oberon high school graduate. Sympathy to Don and his family. Lester kept a medical appointment on Tuesday and reports that all is well. Sunday, Arnold Johnson of Coco, Fl. visited Lester. They are cousins. Saturday, Joni Duckworth and foster son, Zach of...
To the Editor: The 2021 legislative districting process is in motion, and North Dakota Voters First is urging fellow North Dakotans to get involved. Together, we can help prevent gerrymandering in our state. As a matter of fact, the first meeting of the 2021 North Dakota Redistricting Committee is coming up soon, on Thursday, Aug. 26, at the state capitol in Bismarck. Please consider attending this and following meetings in-person or virtually. Testimony will be accepted at all the committee meetings. Go to legis.nd.gov to find committee dates...
With blistering summer weather in full force and shiny new COVID-19 variants emerging like another season of "The Bachelor," many Americans have taken to the great outdoors–despite recently reported attacks by grizzly bears, alligators, and President Joe Biden's surviving German shepherd, Major (R.I.P. Champ). And speaking of cantankerous canines, I normally limit my own experiences with nature to mowing my yard and taking evening walks with my wife around our subdivision–where we sometimes enc...
The founders believed, as James Madison wrote, that Americans possessed sufficient virtue to summon the courage and conviction to do the right thing in the face of the most trying circumstances. This might mean that citizens would find it necessary to set aside their personal interests and ambitions in pursuit of the common good. At this critical juncture in American history, when COVID-19, especially the virulent Delta variant, is menacing our nation’s public health and threatening our economic recovery, the return of children to school, a...
Barbara Swanson West Fargo, N.D. Barbara A. Swanson, 76, of West Fargo, N.D. passed away August 9, 2021 at Sanford Fargo Hospice House, surrounded by her family, after nearly three years living with pancreatic cancer. She was an inspiration to all who witnessed her positive attitude, humor, and strong faith in God throughout life's challenges. Funeral service was held on Monday, August 16, 2021 in Faith Lutheran Church, West Fargo, N.D. Burial was held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at Augustana...
Richard Lively Oak Grove, Mo. Richard (Rich) Warren Lively, 78, passed away in the Oak Grove Nursing home in Oak Grove, Mo.., Saturday, July 31, 2021. Rich was born in New Rockford, N.D. to William E. Lively and Alice Trowbridge on May 7, 1943. He attended school in New Rockford and two years of college at NDSU in Fargo, N.D. Rich married Veronica Lies on December 29, 1968 in Fargo, N.D. He served in the Army National Guard for six years. He learned the electrical trade in New Rockford, and...
Grace and Peace to you from God our Father. Amen Joshua 24:1-2, 14-18 Joshua speaks of choices in this little bit of scripture. When we think about it, the whole Bible is about choices we make. Some of them are good choices; others, not so much. God chose to give us mortals the ability to think, to reason, and to make choices. From the very beginning this ability has been our downfall. The deceiver, my name for satan, talked to Eve in the garden. Through deception, he talked Eve into making the wrong choice. She could have stuck to her guns...
Undergarments are one of those rarely talked about luxuries. Assuming (as I always have) that earlier generations were more prudish and cautious about such private matters, I am still surprised each time that I have encountered undergarments within the Eddy County Museum collections. I couldn't understand why anyone would donate their most intimate clothing to be on public display. But maybe there is nothing to be embarrassed about. In those days, undergarments were essential for...
At the Republican county caucuses on May 7, it was a battle for delegates between forces either pro- or anti-Peter Mattson. The “Transcript,” an enemy of Mattson, crowed that it appeared that the anti-Mattson forces had gained a clear majority. Delegates chosen were the following: Township 150, Range 67 [Grandfield]—Axel Erickson and Lars Sylling elected; ten men tied - Christ Berge, Christ Hauge, Halvor Hendrickson, Christ Kvalle, Andrew Lee, Nels Olson, Lars Ostby, Oscar Seadal, Ed. Seast...
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you offer any tips on choosing a good adult day care provider for an elderly parent? My 81-year-old father, who just moved in with me, has dementia and needs attention during the day while I’m at work. Need Assistance Dear Need, Adult day care services can be a great option for caregivers who work, or for those who just need a break during the day. Here’s what you should know, along with some tips to help you find and choose one. Adult Day Care The business of adult day...
School is back in session! That marks the traditional end of summer and beginning of fall, with iconic smells of pumpkin spice and changing colors of the landscape. In North Dakota, we see lots of brown and gold fall foliage on the trees, but the vibrant reds and orange colors we see in the photos and autumn views of the New England states or Blue Ridge Mountains are contributions of species we cannot grow here – including many maples. That is a disappointment to many, but soils dictate what will and will not thrive in a specific site. In t...
Fifty-four soldiers of the North Dakota Army National Guard's 835th Engineer Utilities Detachment (EUD) were honored Friday, Aug. 13 at a sendoff ceremony at the Lake Region State College campus in Devils Lake in preparation of a year-long U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) mission. Nearly 400 family, friends and fellow National Guard members attended the ceremony. Local soldiers joined by their families were Sgt. Sierra (Wetzel) Erickson, Staff Sgt. Reece Thomas and Sgt. Tyler Leichtman. Addressi...
So many big dates are on the horizon this time of year, as we make the turn from summer into fall. The start of the school year, football kickoff; and of course, opening days across a wide variety of hunting seasons, are among the big dates to consider. There are so many now that it makes it tough not to have the ink bleed through from one calendar page to the other, from all the red Sharpie circles on the pages into November. For those looking to get the next generation into the outdoors,...
Outdoor notes: *N.D. Dept. of Environmental Quality blue-green algae reports: Advisories – Alkali, Antelope, Barnes, Buffalo, Buffalo Lodge, and Frettim lakes, South Hoffer, and Jamestown and Pipestem reservoirs. *Do not release any fish caught from water 25 feet and deeper because their swim bladder likely won’t allow them to survive when coming up from deep water. *Concurrent deer licenses now available in some units. Go to the N.D. Game and Fish Dept. website, (gf.nd.gov) for details. *Ea...
August is no longer just about winding down the fishing season, and planning and preparing for upcoming hunting seasons. While North Dakota has long had a crow season that got its start in mid-August, it wasn't until the changes several years ago which put the early Canada goose opener into the middle of the month that a significant season kicked off before Labor Day weekend. The first early Canada goose season was held in 1999 as a regional effort to help reduce resident Canada goose numbers...
