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For the first time in almost a year, New Rockford residents won't have to travel out of town to use a laundromat. That's because Amanda and Jacob Dauenhauer, have officially opened New Rockford Storage Laundromat, a new business operating out of one of their storage units on Central Avenue. They are pictured above in the new space. The Dauenhauers first purchased New Rockford Storage – previously named Westside Storage – in August of 2022, along with the RV park west of Mick's 281 Service. Now...
The Eddy County Sheriff’s Department responded to a fight at Buck-it’s Bar in downtown New Rockford at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7. Eduardo Betancourth has since been charged with simple assault, disorderly conduct and preventing arrest, all Class B misdemeanors, as well as simple assault on a police officer, a Class C felony. According to court documents, Betancourth is alleged to have repeatedly brought food and drinks into the bar that were purchased elsewhere. When confronte...
Eddy County 4-H has plans for a major upgrade, and the whole community stands to benefit. The static building at the Eddy County Fairgrounds has long been put to good use by Eddy County 4-H, but the structure’s limitations have also kept it from being utilized year-round. That’s expected to change in the not-so-distant future, as Eddy County 4-H embarks on a fundraising effort to renovate the static building – located a few yards northwest of the new pavilion. Mike Brazil, a member of the 4-H b...
On Monday, Oct. 9, the New Rockford-Sheyenne School Board approved a co-op agreement with the Carrington School District for softball. The topic of softball has been broached before by the NR-S school board, but adding a softball program of their own was not approved for multiple reasons, expense being a primary concern. However, there are still students at NR-S who would like to compete in softball. According to the summary of proposed action provided to each board member, “A sign-up process w...
On Tuesday, Oct. 10, 12 sophomores were inducted into the local chapter of the National Honor Society. Farmers Union Insurance agent Lucas Schumacher gave the annual address during a 30-minute ceremony in the NR-S gymnasium. Schumacher was a member of NHS in high school, and he addressed all four of the pillars: character, scholarship, leadership and service. "These pillars not only coordinate with NHS, they also coordinate with life," he said. "With today's technology right at your fingertips,...
NR-S held its Homecoming festivities October 2-6. See a few of our favorite photos from the week below. There is also a gallery of photos available to view and purchase at https://transcript.smugmug.com/New-Rockford-Transcript-Photos/School-events/School-events-2023-24/Homecoming-2023...
The chilly conditions on Saturday morning were evident from the steam rising off the rifles and shotguns at the shooting range east of New Rockford. Ten 4-H Shooting Sports members and their families gathered for one final shoot-off. They shot rounds with pistols, shotguns and rifles that morning, and Layton Jacobson emerged as the winner. Chaztin Wobbema finished in second place, and Bradyn Collier third. All participants earned prizes such as firearms, binoculars, camo jackets and other...
The Warwick High School careers class has been learning about heavy equipment and how it works. On Thursday, Sept. 28, the class got to see and experience Iron Hide Equipment in Devils Lake. The students were allowed to run a mini excavator, as well as many other machines such as payloaders, skid steers and large excavators. In one activity the whole class participated in, the students were tasked with picking three rings out of orange cones. Whoever could do it the fastest and most accurately...
Coy Enget and Remy Ystaas are this year's bike winners from the Eddy/New Rockford Public Library's Summer Reading Program. Funds to purchase the bikes were generously donated by the New Rockford Eagles Club. This year's Summer Reading Program was a great success, with over 30 kids participating who read over 260 books altogether! The library also had a successful adult bingo with 15 people participating. Thanks to everyone who participated and helped out this year!...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Murder suspect arrested on I-94 near Mapleton An out-of-state murder suspect was arrested on I-94 near Mapleton. At approximately 1:24 p.m. September 26, North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) made a routine traffic stop for an equipment violation. The car was occupied by a male driver and a female passenger. The trooper observed them switching seats before the car stopped. The male was i...
Tuesday evening Charlotte Koepplin enjoyed a phone call from cousin Ardie Birkholz Yates from Arkansas. They exchanged recipe hints. It was 90 degrees in Arkansas and the farmers were busy with their rice harvest. Jimmy Indergaard was a visitor and supper guest at the Andy and Ruth Braaten home Sunday. Saturday afternoon brief stoppers at the Charlotte Koepplin home were Aaron Koepplin, Kerigan, Chevelle, Hendrix and Russell. Early Saturday evening while out for a bike ride, Amanda Koepplin, Evie and Tessa stopped briefly at the Charlotte...
Guests and helpers this week at the Shirley Packard home were daughter Cheryl and Dave Gabbert from Blaine, Minn. Monday they enjoyed a drive to Carrington where they had supper at the Prairie Inn. Tuesday they checked out the goodies at the Loco Ketchup Café in New Rockford. The Gabberts also visited at the Todd Harrison home while here. They left Wednesday for their home after spending quality time with mom. Friday, daughter Amanda Bickett was a helper at the Ken and Marvis Holte home. The gals worked together and baked a special bean spice...
Eddy County Public Health Respiratory Infection Immunization Clinic (COVID-19 2023-24 Formulation, Influenza, RSV) Thursday, Oct. 19, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Sheyenne Senior Center. Eddy County Public Health Foot Care, Thursday, Oct. 19, 8:30 a.m. at the Sheyenne Senior Center. First Lutheran Church Fall Dinner and Bake Sale, Sunday, October 29, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ostby Hall in Sheyenne. Turkey and all the trimmings for dinner and lots of great baked goods at the sale. Proceeds are designated to Riverside and Holy Cross...
This National Co-op Month, I recognize that many of the cooperatives operating today were established for the benefit of people. It didn’t take much effort to put together a list of cooperatives we do business with on a daily basis. After all, I’ve been a member of cooperatives since I was a young girl. My extended family have been members of Northern Plains Electric Cooperative (formerly Tri-County Electric) my entire life. The family farm and my parents’ home are served by this all-i...
When I read a news piece about the passing of longtime California senator Dianne Feinstein a few weeks ago, some of the comments left at the bottom of the online article made me sad. Feinstein suffered a very public health decline before she passed. Anyone with the slightest sense of empathy would think “there but for the grace of God go I” – as every one of us could suffer a similar decline before our time finally comes. Empathy is in short supply these days, however. I don’t recall the exact w...
“Brandeis: free speech critical to preservation of Democracy” In response to previous columns about the appointment, importance and influence of Justice Louis Brandeis, an enthusiastic reader has asked a most welcome question about the jurist’s contributions to the Supreme Court’s development of the law governing freedom of speech. In Whitney v. California (1927), Justice Brandeis penned what most scholars agree was one of the most eloquent and powerful defenses of freedom of expression in Anglo-American legal history. His opinion draws u...
Robert Backman New Rockford, N.D. Robert "Bob" Jon Backman, age 65, of New Rockford, N.D. passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023, at CHI St Alexius Health, Carrington, N.D. after a courageous 7-year battle with cancer. Bob's visitation was Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 10:30 a.m., officiated by Pastor Mindy Meier, all at the First Lutheran Church, New Rockford. Special music was provided by violinist Kerstin Allmaras and pianist Joann Leichtman, along...
Connie Komrosky New Rockford, N.D. With sad hearts, the family of Connie Komrosky announces her passing on August 17, 2023, at the age of 62 in Sanford Hospital, Fargo, N.D. surrounded by family. Connie was born June 30, 1961, to Lowell and Janice Komrosky in Devils Lake, N.D. She grew up and attended school in Tower City, N.D., graduating from Maple Valley in 1980. Connie lived in Valley City for a few years and then lived in New Rockford, N.D. for the past 22 years with her extended family Tom...
It’s never too late to learn something new Growing older is not an excuse to stop advancing in our faith and our prayers. Confess that you have energy and stamina, a sound mind, spiritual discernment and a desire to live an active life. If you have worries, give them over to God and trust that His promises to protect and take care of you are true. If you feel you’ve lost your sense of purpose, God can help you get back in the race and find personal fulfillment that can restore confidence and feelings of self-worth. When we lose our fer...
How to Find a Medical Escort After a Procedure Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some medical escort services that help seniors get home after a medical procedure? I need to have a colonoscopy, but my doctor’s clinic won’t schedule my appointment unless I supply them with a name and phone number of the person taking me home afterward. I live alone with no family nearby, and my friend doesn’t drive anymore. Any suggestions? Need a Lift Dear Need, Good question! Finding “door...
Two of the three Eddy County Commissioners (Dafoe and Gunvaldson) met on the morning of May 7, 1906, and the third, J.G. Dailey, joined them that afternoon and on May 8. They voted to pay the following: $15.05, R.M. Kennedy, wood and coal for Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. Cahill; $45, Mrs. A.G. Gardner, register of deeds clerk for April; $4, Matt Fautsch, hauling ashes; $22, New Rockford Light and Water Improvement Co., lights for March and April; $40, John Collins, janitor’s salary for April; $3, J.L. N...
With a dominant win over St. John, the New Rockford-Sheyenne/Maddock Rockets have climbed just out of reach atop the Region 2 standings. The new champions of Region 2 kicked off their homecoming game on Friday, Oct. 6 with a long touchdown pass on their first offensive snap – an early indication of how the evening would go for the Woodchucks. Quarterback Easton Simon delivered an accurate ball to his No. 1 target down the field, Easton Benz, who proceeded to outrun the St. John secondary and c...
The first season of the revitalized NR-S Cross Country program is drawing to a close, but the Rockets are still speeding up as they take part in their last few meets. The Rocket runners set plenty of personal records during the junior high/junior varsity Cross Country meet, which took place on Saturday, Oct. 7 in Rugby. Competing in the girls’ race for the Rockets were Elise Guler and Makaya Heskin, both of whom earned their personal best times. Guler crossed the finish line in 33rd place w...
On Tuesday, Oct. 10, the No. 7 New Rockford-Sheyenne Rockets took on the No. 8 North Star Bearcats in what was the Rockets' biggest region game so far this season. Despite expectations of a close battle, however, Tuesday evening's matchup in New Rockford was anything but, as the Rockets cruised to a 3-0 sweep of the Bearcats and set their sights on Region 4's other ranked opponent. The Rockets established the tone of the match early, getting off to a 6-1 start and eventually taking the second...
The Rockets put up an impressive 6-0 effort at the Carrington Invitational Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, Oct. 7 and brought home the first place plaque. Scores and stats from the six matches are below. Pool Play NR-S 2, M/P-B 0 (25-22, 25-17) NR-S 2, Griggs-Midkota 0 (25-14, 25-23) NR-S 2, GF Red River 0 (25-19, 25-14) Tournament Play NR-S 2, Rugby 0 (25-22, 25-20) NR-S 2, E-K-M 0 (25-21, 25-22) NR-S 2, M/P-B 0 (25-22, 25-23) NR-S Individual Statistics: Kills: Kelsie Belquist 56, Ava...
