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About this time a year ago, folks were wondering just how well the newly-formed football co-op between New Rockford-Sheyenne and Maddock would shake out. The answer, of course, was extremely well. With a sudden infusion of talent, the New Rockford-Sheyenne/Maddock (NR-S/M) Rockets enjoyed an undefeated regular season and were just one game from a state championship appearance. It was by far the best football season either community had experienced in several years. However, some of the most...
The Midwest Cover Crop Council, North Dakota State University, and North Dakota’s U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) are joining forces to provide a free, one-day training for agricultural professionals on Tuesday, Aug. 27. Hosted at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center, participants will have the opportunity to hear from local cover crop experts and get hands-on experience in cover crop plots. Key topics slated for discussion include: • Best practices for designing cover crops that addre...
The Community Ambulance Service of New Rockford held their 23rd Annual Lifesavers in the Park event on Tuesday, Aug. 13 in Centennial Park in downtown New Rockford. This event included ambulance tours, community informational booths, a free-will donation supper, a dunk tank and many other fun things for kids – including bounce houses, games, coloring and more....
The latest soybean and dry bean research trial results and recommendations are the focus of the annual row crop field tour. Farmers, crop advisers and agricultural industry representatives are invited to view field research trials and receive production recommendations on soybean and dry bean during the annual row crop field tour on Thursday, Aug. 29, at North Dakota State University's Carrington Research Extension Center. Registration begins at 4 p.m., with the tour starting promptly at 4:30....
In recent months, canine complaints have been on the rise in New Rockford. Loose dogs accused of harassing pets and biting residents have been seen roaming the streets of New Rockford, and city officials discussed the problem at their August meeting. Two of those dogs, both pit bulls, have been sitting in the local dog pound recently, one of which recently escaped the pound before being caught a second time. One of the pit bulls is accused of biting a New Rockford resident and another resident's...
The Eddy-New Rockford Public Library is making reading fun for local youth. On Monday, August 12, from 4-6 p.m., the library will be holding an open house for their brand new safari-themed children's reading area. Located in the back of the library, this new hangout spot for young readers offers a unique place for kids to enjoy reading, and librarian Susie Sharp couldn't be more excited for kids to begin putting it to good use. "It's for kids to enjoy where they have their own area to read,"...
This coming weekend, there's another opportunity for New Rockford residents to help bring back the historic Rockford Theatre. When the theatre suddenly collapsed nearly two years ago, New Rockford residents were no longer able to enjoy a good movie, delicious popcorn or the theatre's recently renovated interior. But just because there's not a theatre for the moment, doesn't mean the New Rockford community can't sit down and enjoy a great movie together. In fact, residents will get to do just...
It's almost time for folks in New Rockford and the surrounding area to gather with their local heroes at New Rockford's Centennial Park. Lifesavers in the Park, organized by the Community Ambulance Service of New Rockford (CASNR), runs from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, and will feature all kinds of fun activities for the whole community. Sanford Airmed helicopter will be on site at 7:45 p.m. (pending call priorities and weather), allowing community members to see inside an air ambulance, w...
On Monday, August 5, city commissioners discussed and ultimately approved an expansion of Mindy's Clubhouse, the day care currently operating out of the Brown Memorial in New Rockford. Amanda Hegland, director of the New Rockford Area Betterment Corporation (NRABC), presented the proposal to commissioners, which allows the day care to use the building's stage. That, of course, will limit the availability of the Brown Memorial and its gym for public use, particularly for those who rent the gym...
Eddy County officials held a marathon budget session during their regular meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 6. One by one, various department heads approached the commission with their 2025 budget requests over the course of four hours, and nearly all of them requested additional funds to do their work in the coming year. The county’s valuation had a modest increase this year, so 1 mill is worth approximately $16,968. Donna Young, Eddy County’s new weed control officer, was the first to present her dep...
TL Construction began setting the concrete forms for the new bus barn at NR-S on Thursday, Aug. 8. The NR-S school board approved the bid on April 17. The 72-by-60 foot structure will be built at the corner of Central Avenue and 5th Street South in an empty lot most recently used as a school parking lot. The cost of the project is approximately $240,000....
Some Christian denominations are publicly or discreetly raising concerns about a rise in an ideology known as "Christian nationalism" that desires a brand of conservative Christian dominion over all aspects of American society and politics. This includes concerns from the Western North Dakota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), which met in early June in Watford City and passed a resolution encouraging congregations to study and discuss Christian nationalism. The ELCA...
A week ago, Jan and Steph Loe joined Jim and Marjean Woodrow and Pam Hill for a drive up to Sarles and Calvin to check on the Woodrow/McBain family gravesites. Sheyenne condolences go out to family and friends of Donna Weber whose graveside service was held last Wednesday at the Nystrom Cemetery, rural Sheyenne. Sorting and marking rummage items kept the 14 Sheyenne residents who are having a sale busy. Patti Larson continues to receive calls from vendors. Ed Houston of Sutton, one of the original "Good Junk & Stuff" flea market vendors, will...
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Train derailment may have involved flawed rail cars, report says The July 5 train derailment in central North Dakota that caused hazardous materials to spill and catch fire may have involved tank cars that regulators have long identified as flawed. A preliminary report released Thursday by the National Transportation Safety Board said some of the 17 tank cars that derailed were reported t...
Monday: Mushroom swiss burger on a bun, Tuscan potato salad, vegetable medley and fresh fruit. Tuesday: Turkey in gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable blend, bread and honeydew. Wednesday: Crispy chicken, rice blend, sweet potatoes, bread and fresh fruit. Thursday: Meatloaf, potato salad, peas and carrots, bread and grapes. Friday: Roast beef, mashed potatoes with gravy, vegetable blend, bread and fruit....
This fall semester, Bismarck State College is offering an online section of COMM 200: Introduction to Media Writing. High school students who are interested in journalism and possibly writing for their local newspapers may enroll and earn early entry college credit. The course introduces writing styles and forms required in journalism, broadcast, online media, public relations and advertising. Students gather, organize and write news stories using Associated Press style and learn about the media process through the applied process of...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
