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U Drive. U Text. U Pay., a statewide enforcement campaign to make our roads safer continues in North Dakota through Sept. 30. Law enforcement agencies across the state will continue their participation in the campaign as they enforce the ban on texting while driving. As the enforcement campaign continues, two North Dakota teens, Lauren Roscoe and Logan Munson, are making their voices heard when it comes to putting an end to distracted driving. Lauren Roscoe was selected among 500,000 active...
A sign of renewal stood amidst the steamers, smoke and engine noise at the 60th Annual Central North Dakota Steam Thresher's Reunion (CNDSTR) last weekend. Construction is underway for a new 5,000 sq. ft. building that will house diesel and gas engines and serve as storage for other equipment displayed at the annual show. The organization didn't waste time after the July 8 wind storm destroyed the Stavik diesel building that stood on the same spot. The walls were framed and the roof trusses...
Monica Thommes of McHenry faces four charges, including Class C Felony possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia, and Class B Misdemeanor possession of marijuana and possession of marijuana paraphernalia. She was arrested after a traffic stop on Sept. 8, during which she was also cited for failure to display current registration tabs, driving without liability insurance and failure to wear a seatbelt. Thommes pleaded not guilty to the two misdemeanor charges in court on Sept. 13. A preliminary hearing in the case is...
The North Dakota Public Service Commission (PSC) recently approved two rate case settlements that set rates for MDU natural gas customers and for Otter Tail Power electric customers at levels which assure the ability to continue providing dependable and safe service. Montana Dakota Utilities (MDU) Natural Gas Rate Case: The PSC today approved an approximately $2.5 million or 2.3 percent annual revenue increase for MDU natural gas service. The company had originally asked for an increase of $5.9 million or 5.4 percent. The increase was requested...
Eddy-New Rockford Library Book Club to read "News of the World" by Paulette Jiles. Come join us for the Eddy-New Rockford Library Book Club on Tuesday Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. to discuss the National Book Award Finalist. In the aftermath of the Civil War, an aging itinerant news reader agrees to transport a young captive of the Kiowa back to her people in this exquisitely rendered, morally complex, multilayered novel of historical fiction from the author of Enemy Women that explores the boundaries of...
The Lake Region State College Playmakers are pleased to offer their fall production "Nevermore! Edgar Allan Poe: the final mystery" by Julian Wiles. This fantastical play will be produced during the 171st anniversary of Edgar Allan Poe's final days, opening Thursday, Oct. 4 and closing on Oct. 7, the anniversary of Poe's death. In September of 1847, Poe is reported to have boarded a steamer in Baltimore Harbor for an overnight voyage to New York City. He never arrived. Five days later, Poe was...
The North Dakota Community Foundation (NDCF) is awarding over $500,000 in scholarships to over 350 North Dakota students in 2018. The organization currently manages over 150 scholarship funds supported by North Dakotans, former residents and those interested in helping North Dakota students succeed. “We are honored to award these scholarships to such deserving youth.” said Kevin Dvorak, President and CEO of NDCF. “And we are thankful to our donors who have created these funds to further the education of North Dakota students.” The followi...
Many area folks attended a Celebration of Life on Wednesday for Roger Wick at the Merle and Sandy Longnecker ranch. Enlightening and comforting messages were given by long time Wick family friend, Ralph Dyrness, and Roger’s brother Rudy. There was special music presented by family and a catered meal was shared in fellowship and remembrance of Roger. The Shirley Packard home was the center of activity over the Steam Thresher weekend. Friday found daughter Christy and Jeff Schuda, Cooper and Parker arriving from Mound View, Minn., and daughter C...
On Wednesday, Pleasant Prairie folks including, Ervin Longnecker. Cory and Katie Jorgensen, Dale and Diane Rosenberg, Charlotte Koepplin, Margie Anderson, Gary Anderson, David and Karen Anderson, Gary Weigum and Eric and Lisa Longnecker and family were among family and friends who attended a Celebration of Life for Roger Wick at the Merle and Sandy Longnecker home. Enlightening and comforting talks, both serious and humorous were given by long time Wick family friend Ralph Dyrness and Roger’s brother Rudy. There was special music by family a...
Joel and Braden Schmid of Fargo were weekend visitors at the home of Howard and Helen Schmid. Keith and Nancy Tweten, Katie Dixon and family and Jared Tweten and family visited James Nelson the beginning of September. Jarvis Hegland visited James on Sept. 17. On Sept. 19, Lester Roberts visited James. Dick Evenson called on James Sunday afternoon. Janice Ferry visited Lester and Jackie Roberts on Saturday. Sunday, Lezlee Thorson and Bob Hoffart visited the Roberts. Roger was also a Sunday afternoon visitor and Chad Getscher visited the Roberts...
Last Wednesday morning, Patti Clifton kept medical appointments in Carrington. Later, she met Holly Zieman for lunch. Jan Loe attended some of the events at the Central North Dakota Steam Threshers Show in New Rockford over the weekend. While there, she visited with Mike's cousin, Sylvia Hulbert from Fargo. Jeff and Denise Labrensz took in the Steam Threshers events on Saturday. Jeff helped with cutting wood on Saturday and returned on Sunday to help again. Saturday afternoon, they attended the 80th birthday party for Paul Neis at the Albert...
As though North Dakota doesn’t have a large enough choice of mind-altering addictions, Measure No. 3 on the general election ballot will ask the voters to approve unfettered use of marijuana for general consumption. This “recreational” drug is used to intentionally change the user’s state of mind in a way that modifies emotions, perceptions and feelings. It creates a real happy world which is not real or happy. An escape from reality. There are many good reasons for voting “No” on Measure No....
This month I want to talk about responsibility and personal perception. To quick cap my point, the New Rockford Area Betterment Corporation (NRABC) has come to the New Rockford City Commission with a preliminary proposal to purchase or build a facility for day care services, with a request for matching funds up to $50,000 from the city. Previously said in other editions of the President’s Point, there are three sides to any coin or any issue. MThere is the head side being one person’s point of...
As parents and grandparents, we want our children to be safe from harm. We do not want them to use alcohol, tobacco or marijuana. However, we are not naive; we know that some of our children will make bad choices. Tobacco and alcohol are manufactured and sold by ethical businesses who must meet certain standards before they can be offered to the public. Prohibited products like marijuana are not subject to those same standards therefore, our children are at risk for death, imprisonment or impaired bodies and minds. Imagine your grandmother, 8...
Dear Editor: On Nov. 6 we will vote on Measure No. 1, an anti-corruption amendment to our state constitution, which will create an “Ethics Commission.” North Dakota is one of nine states without an ethics commission to protect our democracy. If passed, this measure will prohibit gifts, from lobbyists for special interests, who want public officials, to vote for the lobbyists special interest. A non-partisan ethics commission will investigate ethics complaints, set ethic rules and provide ethics training programs. This measure will prohibit ele...
Russell Allen Weber, 65, of New Rockford, passed away on Sept.15, 2018, at his home. The funeral service was Sept. 22 at First Lutheran Church, New Rockford. Burial was in Prairie Home Cemetery, New Rockford. Rev. Doug Nemitz officiated. Special music was provided by Heather Klocke. Casket bearers were Casey Weber, Levi Weber, Jason Weber, Todd Weber, Tim Weber and Glynn Haag. Weber was born in New Rockford on May 21, 1953. He was the third of four children born to Walter and Anna Marie...
Howard Allen Rosendahl, 75, passed away Sept. 10, 2018. Howard was born on Dec. 22, 1943 to the late Albert Rosendahl and Eunice (Sylling) Rosendahl. He was married to Doris (Stenseth) Rosendahl for 56 years. He grew up near Bremen, N.D. He spent 30 years in Rathdrum, Idaho, farming at Thayer Seed & Sod. He is preceded in death by two sons, Howard Allen Jr. and Ron Rosendahl. Howard leaves behind his loving wife; his son, Leigh Rosendahl; daughter, Lori Gimlin (Dale); brother, Calvin Rosendahl (Jean); sister, Naomi Johnson (Arnold); five...
“Future Grace” When we think about our future and what possible trials could come our way, we tend to focus on our inadequacies. For example, when we think about something tragic happening to our family we often say, “There is no way I could go through that!” Thinking this way is quite natural because until we actually do face impossible circumstances we really do not know how we are going to respond. As we think about future trials, we become aware of how human we are and the limitations of our flesh. However, there is something true that re...
Have you noticed lately that conflict and disagreement are more abundant than unity? Though the average person would give peace as the answer to what they would like to have more of, we are bombarded with an environment that is filled with arguing, strife and criticism. It seems that some people actually enjoy fighting and bickering as a challenge to see how many disputes and quarrels they can instigate and win. Wouldn’t the world be such a happier place if we could all just get along and try t...
If you haven’t already given your two cents on the community’s health, it is not too late. The survey window for completing the community health needs assessment has been extended an additional week, and surveys will be accepted through Oct. 7, 2018. In an effort to gauge the overall health needs of the community, CHI St. Alexius Health Carrington and Foster County Public Health are surveying area residents to gain community feedback on health concerns and awareness of health services. Results of the survey will provide guidance to CHI St. Ale...
The North Dakota Department of Health (NDDoH) Division of Medical Marijuana received final scores from the review panel tasked with evaluating and scoring complete dispensary applications. Two entities have been selected to move forward with the registration process. Harvest of Bismarck, LLC will locate their facility in Bismarck while the other entity, Acreage North Dakota, LLC, will be located in Fargo. “The selection of two entities to be eligible for registration as a dispensary is another major milestone in implementing the Medical Marijua...
Locals remain undefeated: ranked no. 4 in state 9-man poll New Rockford-Sheyenne (NR-S) traveled to McVille on Friday, Sept. 21, for a Region 2 9-man football game against Nelson County. The Rockets had a big second quarter and the defense was very good as the locals rolled to a 60-8 win. Defensively, Tucker Longnecker, Joey Gray, Luke Ystaas and Nathan Holzwarth played well. A very good crowd of Rocket fans were on hand. The Rockets improved to 3-0 in Region 2 and 6-0 overall. Next action for...
Rockets sting Hornets As a team, New Rockford-Sheyenne (NR-S) had a good overall effort as they defeated Harvey-Wells County with a final score of 3 -1 in Region 4 Volleyball action played at Fessenden on Thursday, Sept. 20. The Hornets could be one of the top teams in Region 4. The set scores were 25-18, 25-18, 20-25 and 25-15. The Rockets are now 1-0 in Region 4 and are now 5-3, overall. Varsity Stat Leaders Assist: Lies 29 Digs: Cassie Longnecker 24, Hannah Haley 15, Dockter 14, Gretchen Berglund 10 Kills: Ashley Schuster 14, Alli Dockter 7,...
Lucky League 09/19/2018 Hideaway Salon................6-2 Otter Tail Power................5-3 Miller’s Fresh Foods...........4-4 Nicolai Chiro.....................4-4 Hanson’s Bar.....................4-4 Hair Brilliance...................4-4 Terpening Construc............3-5 McAvoy Percherons............2-6 High team game: Hideaway Salon 494, Otter Tail Power 486, Miller’s Fresh Foods 476; High team series: Hideaway Salon 1388, Otter Tail Power 1340, Miller’s Fresh Foods 1274; High individual game: Pennie Irmen 204, Gail Roberts 197, Nancy A...
October may mean different things to different people – football, fall leaves, pumpkins, but October also means “It’s Pasta Time!” National Pasta Month is celebrated each October, and is an event the North Dakota Wheat Commission (NDWC) has recognized for over 25 years to acknowledge our state’s durum wheat producers and pasta industry. Local newspapers and radio stations will be recognizing National Pasta Month and offering prize packages to lucky readers and listeners around the state. Prize packages are sponsored by the NDWC, U.S. Durum Gro...
