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Warrant issued for Parra after failing to appear in court

By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

An arrest warrant has been issued for a Bowman man after he failed to appear at a pretrial hearing Tuesday afternoon. Jovani Parra, 19, of Bowman was scheduled to appear at 1:30 p.m. in Dickinson for a hearing prior to his scheduled felony jury trial in July. Parra was arrested last August and charged with three felony charges of gross sexual imposition and luring minors by computer, s te m m i ng from allegations made by a 14-year-old girl who said the two had sexual intercourse on two separate occaPARRA sions. Parra pleaded not guilty to those charges in December. Bowman County States Attorney Stephanie Pretzer told The Pioneer on Tuesday that Parra’s counsel, Robert Bolinske of Bolinske Law Firm in Bismarck, did not know of his client’s whereabouts and was unable to get in contact with him. Pretzer said Parra had been compliant with the courts up to that point. Southwest District Judge Rhonda Ehlis ordered a must-appear warrant for Parra’s arrest. If found, he would be held in custody without bond until seen in court. Pretzer had requested that $5,000 of Parra’s original $15,000 bond, which he posted in full, be forfeited due to his nonappearance, however Ehlis denied that request until a hearing could be held. Ehlis has not set new dates for a jury trial. Gross sexual imposition is punishable by up to 20 years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. Luring minors by computer is punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment, a $10,000 fine, or both.

Kat Perkins, left, shares a moment backstage with Tel Lardy, right, of Bowman after his first live performance with the Rising Star Camp June 25. (Pioneer Photo by Bryce Martin)

Perkins takes turn as mentor By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

(Below) The aspiring musicians get a last minute cue from the stage director. (Below Right) Kat Perkins, right, embraces Bowman’s Baylee Peterson, left. (Pioneer Photos by Bryce Martin)

MEDORA — Kat Perkins has a lot to share with aspiring musicians. She’s not short on experience, having developed her vocal talent since an early age, first appearing on the free stages of the Bowman County Fair decades ago. Since then she’s demonstrated her talent on local, state, national and even international stages, most notably on NBC’s “The Voice.” She’s gone from small-town girl, to nanny to international star in what seemed like the blink of an eye. Behind the scene she’s worked hard and emblazoned a fearless persona. So it was only fitting that she took on the role of mentor, which she said was always her dream.

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Library raises $10k for roof repair, city gives remainder By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

It came as a pleasant surprise to the Bowman City Commission when the library announced it had raised over $10,000 in its one-week campaign to fix the library’s roof. That $10,000 was added to the library’s project fund of $32,000, with $15,000 pledged by the county, and came close to the $60,000 estimated cost for the roof. The library was still about

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$3,000 short, but the city pledged the remainder. The Bowman Regional Public Library’s “Raise the Roof ” fundraiser began after the city had expressed doubt in being able to fulfill a request for funds at the June 7 commission meeting. Finance Commissioner Darren Limesand had recommended during that meeting that special requests made by entities the city typically funds be carefully considered and that a 15 percent cut in those bud-

Bowman City Commission President Lyn James congratulates the library’s successful fundraising during the June 28 regular city meeting. (Pioneer Photo by Bryce Martin)

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gets could be inevitable. After a reconsideration of the budget, Limesand happily announced at the June 28 meeting that the city would be able to assist the library after all, pulling the requested dollars from the city’s maintenance fund. “We live in a wonderful community,” Sarah Snavely, library director, said during the meeting. The library’s roof has been problematic over the last few years. Standing water on the roof ’s flat surface

RESULTS: From the south west N.D. 4-H Horse Show

has caused leaking and it becomes worse during the winter months as heavy snowfall thaws. A silent auction was held, organized by the library’s board of directors and volunteers, with community members donating over 100 items. Together with private donations, the auction netted $10,000 in just seven days. “It just shows how much people care about the library,” said Lyn James, city commission president.

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Cloud seeding week 4 update

Isolated severe thunderstorms occurred over southwestern North Dakota last week; especially on the evening of June 21. In the District 1 operations area of the North Dakota Cloud Modification Project (NDCMP), which includes Bowman and part of Slope Counties, aircraft conducted operations for hail suppression, rain enhancement, and reconnaissance on June 21,23,24 and 25. In all, 6 flights were flown by the two project aircraft. Another week of near normal temperatures are forecast for southwestern North Dakota with highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s expected. Most days should see slight chances for thunderstorms; however, the severe threat will likely be shifting southward into South Dakota and Nebraska. Radar facilities in Bowman operate around the clock during the NDCMP. Radar images can be viewed on the Atmospheric Resource Board’s web site at http://www. swc.nd.gov/arb. The NDCMP will continue through the end of August.

Hamm fines Sanford Health Plan North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Adam Hamm today announced a disciplinary action through a consent order with Sanford Health Plan. The consent order lists 14 advertisements for Medicare supplement insurance products that Sanford failed to file with the Department over a five-year period. Had the ads been filed, the Department would have required several changes. Sanford has been fined $22,000. “I am satisfied Sanford Health Plan has taken corrective action to ensure this situation won’t happen again,” said Hamm. By law, the advertisements should have been filed with the Department within ten days of their use. The Department then reviews the filings for adherence to all advertising requirements.

County, city taxable sales, purchases continue decline By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

North Dakota Tax Commissioner Ryan Rauschenberger this week released the 2016 first quarter taxable sales and purchases report, showing a continued decline in sales and purchases for Bowman County. Taxable sales and purchases for the whole state were $3.89 billion for January, February and March 2016, a drop of 33 percent over those months in 2015. “The first quarter decrease is a direct result of the continued downturn

in the oil industry and low ag commodity prices,” said Rauschenberger. “Fundamentally North Dakota is just returning to a pre-oil boom economy. First quarter 2016 is nearly 50 percent greater than the same timeframe in 2010.” Rauschenberger went on to explain that $3.9 billion is closer to what the normal taxable sales and purchases were prior to just five years ago. Bowman County’s taxable sales dropped by a further 21.54 percent — from $10 million to $7.86 million — in the first quarter of 2016.

Sales and purchases combined dropped by 15.9 percent, from $10.7 million to $9 million. The city of Bowman, which has already experienced a steep drop in taxable sales and purchases last year, saw another drop, 21.14 percent, in the first quarter. The first quarter report includes data for the largest 50 cities in North Dakota, and all 53 counties. Of the 50 largest cities in North Dakota, the highest percent increases compared to the first quarter of 2015 were Beulah, Ashley, Ellen-

dale, Beach and Jamestown. Counties with the highest percent increases compared with the first quarter of 2015 were McHenry, Sargent, Benson, Mercer and Sioux. Three of the 15 major industry sectors reported taxable sales and purchases gains when compared to the first quarter a year ago. The most notable increase was in the arts, entertainment and recreation sector — an increase of 44 percent or $6.9 million — and the most notable decline was in the mining and oil extraction sector — a decrease of 66.5 percent or $716 million.

North Dakota brand inspection fee change approved Some North Dakota brand inspection fees will change on July 1. The per-head inspection fee will be $1.50; the permanent horse permit fee will be $25; the registered feedlot permit fee will be $25; and the per-head registered feedlot fee will be 50 cents. The fees have been the same since 2011; the 1980s, 1979 and 1992, respectively. The North Dakota Legislature’s Administrative Rules Committee reviewed these and other changes as part of revisions to the State Board of Animal Health’s administrative rules on June 14. The Administrative Rules Committee meeting was one of many steps in the change process, which began in June 2015 and included a public hearing and comment period and other steps. The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association administers the brand inspection program on behalf of the state. In North Dakota, inspection is required before cattle, horses or mules leave the state and as they move through marketing channels, such as auction markets or weigh stations.

UPCOMING EVENTS JUNE 25

■ Rhame Gala Day – Parade begins at 10 a.m. on Main Street

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■ Southwest ND 4-H Horse Show – 1 p.m. at the All Seasons Arena in Bowman

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■ Bowman Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Fireworks - Starts 5 minutes before dusk at the Bowman Haley Dam

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■ Bowman County Fair, July 7-10

■ Bowman Area Chamber of Commerce’s Summerfest

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A ‘NEW’ COMMISSION — New Bowman City Commissioners Ryan Shear, left, and Myron Vail, right, being sworn into office June 28 after receiving the highest votes in the June 14 primary election. Commissioner Mike Sondeland retired from the board and did not run for re-election while Commissioner Chuck Whitney waged an unsuccessful campaign to oust current board president Lyn James and ultimately lost his own seat on the commission. Commissioner Darren Limesand replaces Sondeland as vice chairperson, Shear takes over Whitney’s spot as garbage and street commissioner and Vail was named the new water and sewer commissioner, which was previously Sondeland’s duty. The new commissioners also found spots on various boards vacated by Sondeland and Whitney. (Pioneer Photos by Bryce Martin)

AAA: Holiday weekend travel numbers will shatter records

AAA projects nearly 43 million Americans will travel this Independence Day weekend. This represents the highest Fourth of July travel volume on record and a half million more travelers than last year. The holiday travel period is defined as June 30 to July 4. “Independence Day is always the most-traveled holiday of the summer, but this year it will be bigger than ever, primarily because of low gas prices,” said Joseph J. Richardson Jr., President and CEO, AAA The Auto Club Group. “Airports will be just as crowded as the roads, because low fuel prices are making it more affordable to fly. If fundamentals remain the same, this could be a record-breaking year for summertime travel.” U.S. drivers have saved about $20 billion on gasoline so far this year compared to the same period in 2015, which has made travel more affordable than in recent years. A more confident con-

sumer and rising economic activity also are offsetting a cooling labor market to help boost holiday travel. Eighty-four percent of holiday travelers – more than 36 million people – will drive to their Independence Day destinations, an increase

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of 1.2 percent over last year. Air travel is expected to increase 2.2 percent over last year, with 3.3 million Americans taking to the skies this Independence Day. Despite recent seasonal increases, gasoline prices remain well below recent

years. The average price for a gallon of gasoline in North Dakota today is $2.27, which is 46 cents less than one year ago and $1.40 lower than this time in 2014. AAA says North Dakota drivers will pay the lowest Independence Day gas prices since 2005. Travel by other modes of transportation, including cruises, trains and buses; will increase 2 percent to 3.3 million travelers. Much of that growth is attributed to an increase in cruise bookings. AAA’s holiday cruise bookings are 35 percent higher than last Independence Day. AAA expects to rescue more than 370,000 motorists during the Independence Day holiday travel period, with the primary reasons being dead batteries, lockouts and flat tires. AAA recommends motorists check the condition of their battery and tires before heading out on a road trip. Also, have vehicles inspected by a trusted repair shop.

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SCOTUS rules no arrest for blood test refusal; states can still criminalize

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The U.S. Supreme Court issued its opinion Thursday morning on three related cases — including one from a Bowman resident — that argued the constitutionality of a law that imposes criminal penalties for not submitting to blood-alcohol testing in the case of drunk driving. The North Dakota Supreme Court’s 2015 judgment against Steve Beylund of Bowman was vacated by the High Court, which then remanded the case back to the North Dakota court for further proceedings considering the justices’ opinions. The court concluded in the case, Beylund vs. Levi, that "because breath tests are significantly less intrusive than blood tests and in most cases amply serve law enforcement interests." As in all cases involving reasonable searches incident to arrest, a warrant is not needed

in this situation, the court offered. The court ruled that a person cannot be arrested for refusing to submit to a blood-alcohol test, but some states can criminalize the refusal. Beylund was not prosecuted for refusing a test. He submitted to a blood test after police told him that the law required his submission, and his license was then suspended and he was fined in an administrative proceeding. According to the opinion, motorists "cannot be deemed to have consented" to submit to blood-alcohol testing on fear of committing an offense. The North Dakota Supreme Court in 2015 held that Beylund’s consent was voluntary on the "erroneous assumption" that the state could permissibly compel both blood and breath tests, according to the opinion. Because voluntariness of

consent to a search must be “determined from the totality of all the circumstances," the court now leaves it to the state court on remand to reevaluate Beylund’s consent given the partial inaccuracy of the officer’s advisory. If the court on remand finds that Beylund did not voluntarily consent, it would have to address whether the evidence obtained in the search must be suppressed when the search was carried out pursuant to a state statute, the opinion stated, which was delivered by Justice Samuel Alito. "The laws at issue in the present cases, which make it a crime to refuse to submit to a BAC test, are designed to provide an incentive to cooperate in such cases, and we conclude that they serve a very important function," Alito stated in the opinion. Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Anthony Kennedy, Stephen Breyer and Elena Kagan concurred with

the court’s opinion. Justices Sonia Sotomayor, joined by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, and Clarence Thomas filed an opinion concurring in part and dissenting in part. Sotomayor argued that such cases should be decided on a case-by-case basis. “The compromise the Court reaches today is not a good one,” Thomas wrote in his separate opinion. “By deciding that some (but not all) warrantless tests revealing the blood alcohol concentration of an arrested driver are constitutional, the Court contorts the searchincident-to-arrest exception to the Fourth Amendment’s warrant requirement.” When Bowman resident Steve Beylund was arrested in 2013 on the suspicion of drunk driving, he refused to submit to a blood-alcohol test. It was only after he was told that his refusal was a crime that he took the test, which came back over the legal limit.

His driving privilege was suspended for two years. Beylund attempted to appeal the suspension to the N.D. Dept. of Transportation, Bowman County District Court and the N.D. Su-

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Farmland values continue steady decline

In the Northern Plains, a diverse region comprised of high quality, tillable farmland, grassland and recreational property, land values for high quality land continued to decline by $400 per acre average in North Dakota from June 2015 to June 2016, by $100 per acre average in South Dakota and by $900 average by acre in Minnesota. “Land values continue to slide off their peak in North Dakota,” said Brian

Mohr, area sales manager for Farmers National Company in Garretson, S.D. “In the majority of the Red River Valley, prices range between $4,000-$5,000 per acre for high quality land. This would be down 15 to 20 percent from 2014-2015. On marginal land outside the area, we are seeing steeper declines of 20 to 35 percent depending on how bad the flaws are on the land. Prices range between $1,500 -$2,500 for poorer

quality land.” Land values for top quality land in the southeast portion of South Dakota has remained stable from 2015 until now. Even recent auctions for land in this state have shown a slight increase. “Well attended public auctions are the norm with prices up to $10,000 per acre,” Mohr said. “As you move west, the prices drop significantly once you get past the Missouri River

pheasant belt.” The central portion of western Minnesota sees land values down from their high point, but interest remains strong and top quality land has sold well at auction, Mohr said. “A recent sale of 2,000 acres set values at more than $4,100,” Mohr said. “Land sales in southern Minnesota range between $5,000 and $8,000, down slightly from last year.”

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“It was a total success,” the songstress told The Pioneer just before stepping on stage for her June 25 concert in Medora. “I want to do this for the rest of my life.” When Perkins was 17 years old she attended a camp that “forever changed” her life. It led her to consider music as a career and inspired her to audition for the Medora Musical. “And the rest is history,” she noted. During her performance, Perkins shared her usual foot-tapping melodies with the crowd, debuted some new singles and had some emotional moments before she performed her latest song, “Angels,” dedicated to

the victims of Orlando and to her roommate and friend Christina Grimmie, who was fatally shot earlier this month. Her father, Mark Perkins, played trumpet in the song, a touching yet simplistic collection of four notes. But it wasn’t just a moment for Perkins to shine as she proudly lent the stage to the first graduating class of the Kat Perkins Badlands Rising Star Camp. Twenty-seven youths ages 12 to 18 from around the nation, including Baylee Peterson, Tel Lardy, Ebony Musonda and Kaylee Septon of Bowman County, took the stage to show what they had learned during the camp. They sang in groups and had some standout performances of their own, bringing the audience to its feet.

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Scranton graduate becomes newest FFA state officer By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

It was a true show of commitment when Colbey Steeke politely declined an opportunity to play collegiate sports to continue his involvement with what he considered his deepest passion: FFA. Steeke, 18, of Rhame has received numerous accolades throughout his high school athletic career but his current path involves less time with a football or on the wrestling mat and more time in classrooms interacting with FFA students. The 2016 Scranton High School graduate was elected earlier this month as North Dakota FFA State Sentinel, fulfilling one of his lifelong goals. “I’ve wanted to be a state FFA officer for as long as I could remember,” Steeke told The Pioneer on Tuesday. “FFA has impacted me so much; now it is my turn to impact members all

across North Dakota.” The new role enables Steeke to continue serving as an advocate for agriculture and FFA. “I stay pretty busy,” he said. He’s already spent several weeks in training seminars for his new office, learning how to further improve his communication skills — one of the cornerstones of FFA — in preparation for the extensive public speaking in his future as officer. Agriculture runs thick in Steeke’s blood — his family runs a large agriculture operation near Rhame and both his parents have been involved with agriculture education. But, per his words, FFA is much more than farming and ranching. According to Steeke only 3 percent of agriculture is actually production agriculture (farming and ranching), meaning there are many other avenues for education. “FFA is so much more,” he said. It’s about developing bet-

ter leaders for the future, defining career success and encouraging personal development. The two biggest individual goals he learned from FFA were broadening his communication skills and maintaining perseverance. “Things don’t always go your way. That holds true to life as well as FFA,” he said. Steeke will spend much of his time focusing on those crucial ideals with FFA members in the coming year. When his term ends next June, Steeke will attend Dickinson State University with a focus on agriculture education. He could follow in his parents’ footsteps to one day become a teacher. “That’s the plan right now,” he said. But things could change, he admitted. Another goal is to become an FFA advisor, like his mother. “FFA something I hold near and dear to my heart,” he said, “and I always will.”

Colbey Steeke of Rhame was elected into FFA state office during the convention June 10. (Courtesy Photo)

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The ND Cattlewomen held their 65th Annual State Convention in Bowman June 17 and18. Over 50 women enjoyed two days of education and entertainment focusing around the Beef Industry. From learning how the Beef Commission works, how to cut different cuts of beef, touring the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum and downtown Bowman, learning self defense from Scott and Dixie Bachmeier, updates from

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BLM adjusts oil, gas civil penalties The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) this week announced a congressionally mandated inflation adjustment to civil penalties that companies must pay for violating regulations governing oil and gas opera-

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our National Cattlewomen President and how to advocate for Ag from Val Wagner. The group also stopped by the Bowman Public Library to donate children books about living on a ranch. The convention finished up with Jolyn Wasem of Halliday, formerly of Bowman, daughter of Karen Bowman and Bill Bowman, being inducted as the new ND State Cattlewomen President.

tions on Federal and Indian lands. The adjustments, issued as an interim final rule, are required by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 (Act), which directs all Federal agencies to make inflation adjustments to the civil monetary penalties included in their regulations by July 1, 2016. The purpose of these adjustments, as stated in the legislation, is to maintain the deterrent effect of civil penalties. The Act allows for an initial “catch-up” adjustment that calculates the inflation from the time the penalty was established to today; thereafter, adjustments are required annually. The Act also requires that the BLM publish the adjustment as an interim final rule, and that the increases

take effect by Aug. 1, 2016, barring the receipt of substantive public comment. Having reviewed its existing regulations, the BLM determined that only the civil penalties for oil and gas were subject to the Act. Thus the rule released today increases those penalties as required by the Act. The calculated adjustment is calculated based on the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers from October 1987, the year those penalties were established, and October 2015. The Act did not give the BLM discretion in the form or manner of making the adjustments. The civil monetary penalties now align more closely with the actual costs of drilling an oil and gas well today.

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More than a boom in the sky When I think of Fourth of July, several things come to mind - fireworks, red, white and blue, traditions, and American pride. I’ve celebrated the holiBy day in various ways over the LORI years. A few of my favorites SOLA have been at the farm with For the the dark night sky; my grandPioneer parent’s backyard in Casselton as we watched the fireworks display at the school across the street; standing on the bridge at Island Park in Mayville; at the city park in Cottonwood Falls, Kan., where the loud booming fireworks reverberated to the point where my clothes and skin vibrated; at Mirror Lake in Hettinger (one year we watched from our rooftop as our baby slept safe inside); on our deck in Beulah where our home was on a hill and we could watch everyone else’s fireworks; on the front lawn of our North Dakota’s capitol building; and in our very own driveway. For some reason (and I understand I’m probably in the minority), I am not fond of driving out to Haley Dam and watching the fireworks display on the third of July. Maybe it’s because the one year we did go it was our first time at the dam and we didn’t know where to park and driving around at dusk with people swarming in and out of cars made me a little nervous. Despite grander plans, the Sola family prefers staying home in own driveway shooting off our small arsenal of fireworks (we stick to a small budget). When our fireworks are done, we eat banana split dessert and watch the sky light up in glorious man-made colors and secretly wish we could have all the money that was spent on explosions in the sky. Last year a couple friends from the neighborhood saw us in the driveway and decided to walk over. They turned our little family celebration into a small neighborhood party and a new tradition was born as they have talked all year about coming back. Fireworks in town is a different beast than in the country for obvious reasons: Street lights, neighbors whose garbage lands in our yard day or night (once just missing me and scared me half to death), cars, town restrictions, and chasing parachutes is much harder as this Mom has taught her son to respect other people’s property. Regardless of how the day is spent, this federal holiday is a celebration of the day when the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence declaring that the 13 American colonies regarded themselves as a new nation and no longer part of the British Empire. I can’t help but think of Bill Pullman’s role as President Thomas Whitmore in the movie Independence Day and his call-to-arms speech: “In less than an hour, aircraft from here will join others from around the world. And you will be launching the largest aerial battle in the history of mankind. “Mankind.” That word should have new meaning for all of us today. We can’t be consumed by our petty differences anymore. We will be united in our common interests. Perhaps it’s fate that today is the Fourth of July, and you will once again be fighting for our freedom…Not from tyranny, oppression, or persecution…but from annihilation. We are fighting for our right to live. To exist. And should we win the day, the Fourth of July will no longer be known as an American holiday, but as the day the world declared in one voice: “We will not go quietly into the night!” We will not vanish without a fight! We’re going to live on! We’re going to survive! Today we celebrate our Independence Day!” Do we need to wait until we face a war with aliens to realize it’s all about coming together? Putting aside our differences, celebrating our similarities and making not just this nation, but this world great? As we celebrate the birthday of the United States of America, let us remember the very freedoms we take for granted and let us be reminded just how great our country is. Some day I hope to be on the banks of New York’s harbor to watch their Fourth of July celebration. But until then, if you find yourself looking for a soft place to land on the Fourth, come on over to our house. We can pool our fireworks together, ooh and awe over the painted night sky, laugh and enjoy each other’s company. We made a couple pans of banana split dessert just in case.

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Scared of mice Hat Tips By DEAN MEYER For the Pioneer

Those of you that know me, realize that I am not a brave person. Mice scare me. A 260-pound man that is scared of a damn mouse. I don’t like rattlesnakes, but give me a snake any day over a mouse. I’m also scared of horses, bulls, and Shirley. That is why I have lived this long. If you are not scared of things that are bigger or meaner than you, you can get hurt. Most horses don’t scare me. But if I have to step up on one that is snorting and blowing and hogging

around, it puts a knot in my stomach and my throat gets dry. And I can’t spit. And the other day I had to take a mare down to a neighbor to have her bred to this big, magnificent running stud. Now that makes me nervous. I don’t like putting a halter on a stud that stands about seventeen hands and is snorting, blowing and pawing the ground. That is another reason I have lived this long. This is the time of the year when ranchers in this area are hauling out bulls. I hate bulls. But they are a necessary part of production agriculture. They are miserable creatures. They are much like teenage boys that are out of control. Whenever they have to move anywhere, a fight breaks out. They can be together all winter. They know their pecking order. You can feed them cake out of your hand. They line up

and eat at the bunk together. They lie around and get fat. Much like older men. But come spring or summer time, their attitude changes. They start pawing the ground and bellering in the deepest voice they can muster. Some only beller. Others are kind of quiet and ready to fight with the first bull that looks at them. Others kind of just walk by and wait to take a cheap shot at someone who is already in a fight. I’ve known guys like that too. Now our corrals are not like the ones you see on TV ads. We don’t have a pen that is “bull strong and pig tight”. Our pens were built to hold a few saddle horses. And trust me, when you bring a few bulls through a gate, all hell is going to break out. The bellering starts and the rumble is on. And when you get a pen full of 2000-pound bulls in a fight, you are going to test

the stoutest of fences. Mine didn’t hold up again this year. I had bulls scattered in the tree rows and through the garden. Did I mention I am scared of Shirley? I know she loves me, but she loves her trees and her garden more. And she made that very clear to me. I’m going out to gather more bulls, and repair some fence. Then I am going to town to buy tomato plants and pine trees. And I still have one more load of bulls to get in. Darn. HAT TIPS is generously sponsored weekly by the following businesses: SW Auto Supply, 523-7540 Lasting Visions, 523-3833 Dakota Community Bank, 523-9000 Bowman Sales & Service, 523-3257 American Family Insurance/ Stephanee Germann Agency, 523-5573

Be wary of park rules ND Outdoors By DOUG LEIER

For the Pioneer

Most people who enjoy the outdoors realize they level of enjoyment and satisfaction provided by not simply just getting away from it all or peace and quiet, but the smell or nature and the refreshing body cleanse the outdoors provides-essentially free. When the campsite is still blaring rock music as the sun comes up, cans and Styrofoam are floating in the water and the smell of rotting fish or bait discarded on shore, most will agree these unrequested ingredients will sour the taste of spending time outdoors. You wouldn’t think it would be necessary for the

North Dakota Game and Fish Department to remind outdoor recreationists to keep public use areas, including state wildlife management areas, clean this summer by packing out all trash and using some common sense and courtesy. All garbage should be placed in a proper trash receptacle. If trashcans aren’t available, or are full, take the trash and dispose of it at home. It is not uncommon to see garbage piling up around trash containers after they become full. Styrofoam containers are not biodegradable, but yet are often found wedged in cattails, drifting or washed up on shore. Fact is those pieces of trash are easily picked up, but that’s not all that’s being dumped. Worn tires, old mattresses and kitchen appliances have found their way to public use areas. This illegal dumping is costly to clean up and takes a significant toll on the environment.

Not only does it spoil the beauty of the land, it destroys habitat, has the potential to pollute North Dakota waters and can injure wildlife. While many camping and outdoor recreational sites have their own specific regulations on Department owned lands the possession of glass bottles is prohibited on state wildlife management areas and sovereign lands. Therefore, it is illegal for outdoor recreationists to possess glass containers on sandbars along the Missouri River System. Geocaching prohibited. No person shall engage in any form of geocaching on any state wildlife management area unless authorized by the director or the director’s designee. The term “geocaching” refers to an outdoor treasurehunting game in which the participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers (called

“geocaches” or “caches”). A typical cache is a small waterproof container containing a logbook and “treasure.” Dogs. No person may conduct, permit, or carry out field trials for dogs on any wildlife management area without first obtaining a permit from the director or the director’s designee. Training of bird and gun dogs is prohibited April 1 through August 15 on all wildlife management areas. Training of dogs on any wildlife management areas by a professional trainer is prohibited at all times. Any person other than a professional trainer who violates this section is guilty of a noncriminal offense and shall pay a $100 fee. Group activities. Group activities attended by more than 25 persons are prohibited without a permit issued by the director or the director’s designee. Any person who violates this section is guilty of an offense and shall pay a $100 fee.

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OBITUARIES Cadence Erickson, 18 months Funeral Services for Cadence Erickson, of Amidon, will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church, New England, with Pastor Bruce Peterson officiating. Burial will take place in Peaceful Valley Cemetery. Visitation for Cadence will be Tuesday, June 28, 2016, from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Stevenson Funeral Home with a prayer service being held at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the funeral service at the church. Cadence passed away June 25, 2016, at her home surrounded by her family. Cadence Christine Erickson was born January 8, 2015, to Chad and Lyndsey and adoring sisters Cambrie and Claire Erickson. Due to complications at birth,

Erickson Cadence lived her life with cerebral palsy. She was the light of her family’s life and the center of their world. She taught us how to love unconditionally and appreciate all that life has to offer. Cadence loved being sung to, playing peek-a-boo, and cuddling. She especially enjoyed her time strolling in her chair, watching her sparkly pom-poms, and playing with her sisters. Her infectious laughter and smile was true joy. She was loved by all who met her, and will be greatly missed.

Cadence is survived by her parents, Chad and Lyndsey (Rath) Erickson; sisters, Cambrie and Claire; grandparents, Michael Rath, Jodi and Dennis Moore, and Ryan and Laverne Erickson. She is preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Charles Erickson, John Rath, Rudy Hirsch, Michael Olheiser, and Lee and Deloris Moore. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Cadence’s medical fund so that they may help other families with medical needs. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com.

Malachi J. Fischer, 6 Malachi Joseph Fischer, 6, of Bismarck, formerly of Bowman, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2016

at the Sanford Health in Fargo. Mass of Christian Burial was at 10 a.m. Monday, June 27, 2016 at the St. Charles Catholic Church in Bowman. The Rev. David Morman celebrated the Mass with burial to follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Bismarck.

Fischer There was a Friends and Family Service on Sunday, June 26, 2016 at the St. Charles Catholic Church beginning at 7 p.m. Visitation for Malachi began

Drought like conditions threaten livestock While some parts of North Dakota have received ample rainfall during the early growing season, other areas have not and are experiencing reduced hay crops and lack of pasture regrowth. In addition, these areas are having water quality issues in places where rainfall is needed to refresh stock ponds and watering holes. “There are reports of areas in the southwest and parts of central North Dakota that are having water quality issues in stock ponds and watering holes where cattle have no other options for water,” says North Dakota State University Extension Service livestock environmental stewardship specialist Miranda Meehan. Poor water quality can impact livestock health negatively, according to Gerald Stokka, NDSU Extension veterinarian and livestock stewardship specialist. “At a minimum, it can result in decreased water consumption, reducing feed intake and gains,” he adds. “However, elevated levels of some salts and bacteria can result in severe illness and even death.” NDSU veterinary toxicologist Michelle Mostrom says water sources should be tested for total dissolved solids (TDS), sulfates and nitrates. TDS measure salts. These levels should be less than 5,000 parts per million (ppm) for most classes of grazing livestock. Elevated levels of TDS may not be harmful to livestock health. “However, due to our geology in North Dakota, water with high TDS often has high sulfate levels,” Mostrom says. Sulfate recommendations are less than 500 ppm for calves and less than 1,000 ppm for adult cattle. High levels of sulfate can reduce copper availability in the diet. Elevated levels of sulfates may cause loose stool, whereas very high levels of sulfate can induce central nervous system problems and polioencephelomalacia, a brain disorder found in cattle. Nitrate is not toxic to animals, but at elevated levels, it causes nitrate poisoning. Water sources that receive runoff from fields and confined feeding locations that contain elevated levels of nitrogen are at risk of contamination. Water with elevated nutrient levels also are at a higher risk for blue-green algae blooms in periods of hot,

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dry weather. Some species of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) contain toxins that can be deadly when livestock and wildlife consume them. “Monitoring water quality throughout the grazing season is important because it changes in response to climate and environmental conditions,” Meehan says. “What is especially important is to keep a close eye on water quality during drought when using a shallow water source and sources with a history of water quality issues.” Many commercial laboratories and the NDSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory provide testing for livestock water quality and specialized testing. The cost of a basic water quality test is approximately $25. Contact an NDSU Extension office for a

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on Sunday at noon at the Krebsbach Funeral Home Chapel. Malachi Joseph Fischer was born on Dec. 8, 2009 in Bismarck, the son of Justin and Ashley (Czywczynski) Fischer. Malachi was born with Cerebral Palsy; however he lived his life to the fullest each and every day. Malachi had a smile and a laugh that could take away all sadness or hurt. With one simple smile he could turn a bad day into one of the best days. He taught us patience, kindness, and to love unconditionally and never take anything in life for granted. He loved to be around groups of people especially kids whether it be at school, a water parks or a family gatherings. When he heard a child scream or laugh it would bring a smile to his face and usually lots of laughs. He showed his sisters how people should look at each other. No matter what their differences are or challenges are in life they

are all a child of God. He inspired and touched many people in his life through the way he lived. His contagious smile and laugh will be missed more than any amount of words can say. We love you to the moon and back Mr. Malachi. Malachi is survived by his mother, Ashley Fischer of Bismarck, father, Justin Fischer of Bismarck, sisters, Bralynn and Hayden Fischer of Bismarck, Grandparents, Daniel and Joanne Fischer of Marmarth, Jeff (Vicki) Czywczynski of Scranton, Kim Baker of Bismarck, great grandparents, Ron and Janet Baker of Spearfish and Melva Czywczynski of Scranton, he is also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Malachi was preceded in death by his great grandparents, Leo Czywczynski , Leonard and Clara Fischer and Joe and Edith Kawulok. Krebsbach and Kulseth Funeral Services was in charge of the arrangements.

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West River Healthy Happenings Dr. Mary Aaland’s Surgical Service Schedule June 27 - July 18 & July 25 - 29 She is board-certified in critical care & general surgery. To read more about Dr. Aaland go to www.wrhs.com. Healthy Food Demo at Kennedy’s Fresh Foods Presented by Patty Ness, RN at WRHS and Tara Bieber, RN at SWDHU on July 1 from 11 am - 1 pm. Learn some fun and tasty recipes for this season’s fresh fruits. 28th Annual Fun Run & Walk on July 4 ”Sweet 2016 Fun Run & Walk” Registration from 6:30 - 7:15 am. Races start at 7:30 am at Mirror Lake Park in Hettinger. Registration forms on www.wrhs.com or email kims@wrhs.com Fun Run & Walk Raffle Tickets Raffle Ticket Prizes: Kayak/$250 • Beef Bundle/$200 Four Minnesota Twins Tickets/$200 • Kid’s Golf Clubs/$200 • Two Rounds W/Cart at Bully Pulpit Golf Course in Medora/$200 • Four Fitbits Charge HRs/$500 • Two Medora Musical Tickets/$85 $5 per raffle ticket! Drawing on July 4 at the Fun Run & Walk • Contact Kim at 701.567.6183 or email kims@wrhs.com for tickets. Welcome Dr. Kumari Singh & Dr. Jeffrey Bruning Family Medicine Physicians Dr. Singh & Dr. Bruning will see patients starting July 5 at the Hettinger Clinic. Family Medicine is total health care of patients and their families, regardless of age. To read more about Dr. Singh or Dr. Bruning go to www.wrhs.com

• Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Ludlow, LCMC Sunday - Adult Bible Study at 3:45 p.m. and worship at 3 p.m., followed by potluck fellowship. Little Missouri Lutheran Church, worship at 9 a.m. followed by coffee time • Bethany Lutheran Church, rural Rhame 10:30 a.m. – Coffee Fellowship 11:00 a.m. – Worship • Bowman Assembly of God Pastor Ed Kvaale 523-5544 / bowmanag.org Sunday - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Morning worship • Bowman United Methodist Pastor Ron Olson (70l) 523-5492 www.bowmanumc.org Sunday School for all ages: 9 a.m. Worship Service: 10:10 a.m. Wednesday night activities: Beginning @ 6 p.m. • Break Forth Bible Church Pastors Rusty & Christa Phalen

(406) 234-4572; www. breakforthbiblechurch.com Bible Study meets every Wednesday night at Bowman County Public Library from 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. • Catholic Churches: St. Charles of Bowman; St. Mary’s of Marmarth; St. Mel’s of Rhame Saturday Mass - 4 p.m. Bowman; 6 p.m. Marmarth. Sunday Mass 8 a.m. Rhame; 10 a.m. Bowman. Weekday Mass - 7:30 a.m. Tues., Thur., Fri. Bowman - 10 a.m. Wed. at Sunset Home • Bowman Lutheran Church 9:30 a.m. – Worship 10:30 a.m. – Coffee Fellowship & Sunday School 2nd Wed., 9:00 a.m. – Women’s Bible study Every Wed., 12:00 p.m. – Sack lunch Bible study: Genesis • First Lutheran Church, Rhame 9:30 a.m. – Worship 10:30 a.m. – Coffee Fellowship • Lebanon Lutheran Church, Amidon June 5, July 17 - 6:00 p.m.

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Worship; All other Sundays in June and July – 10:00 a.m. Coffee Fellowship, 11:00 a.m. Worship • Marmarth Bible Church Pastor Norman Rice 10:30 a.m. worship services • Mound Church North of Rhame, Sunday - 9 a.m. Worship service. Weather permitting • Pierce Congregational Church Pastor Mary Wiggins 11 a.m. worship • Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Scranton 1st, 3rd & 5th Saturday - 4:30 p.m. Saturday Mass; 2nd & 4th Sunday - 8:30 a.m. Sunday Mass • Scranton Lutheran Parish July 3 – 8 a.m. Haley Service; 9:30 a.m. Peace Service • Seventh Day Adventist Pastor David Moench Saturdays - 9:30a.m. Sabbath School, Bible Study; 11 a.m. church service

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Stork Screening Classroom 1 on Tues., July 5 from 2 - 5 pm Complimentary prenatal education • Tour of birthing wing • Staff-enroll in patient portal • All expectant mothers & support person encouraged to attend. Please contact Patty Ness, RN to schedule at 701.567.6177 or patrician@wrhs.com. Next month’s Stork Screening is August 2. Living with Diabetes A series of group education sessions scheduled with Certified Diabetes Educators (CDEs): “Counting Carbohydrates” on Mon., July 11 presented by Linda Nudell. “All About Diabetes” on Mon., July 25 presented by Barbara West. Registration is required by calling 701.567.6203 or 800.732.0685. Classes held in classroom 1 from 2 - 4 pm. Shelly’s Safety Day At the Granary at Mirror Lake Park on Tues., & Wed., July 12 & 13 from 1 - 4 pm. Children entering grades 1 - 5 the fall of 2016 are invited to join in on two afternoons of safety fun. Please contact Patty Ness, RN to register at 701.567.6177 or patrician@wrhs.com by July 8. Congestive Heart Failure “CHF” Patient Education Class Mon., July 18 from 2 - 3 pm in classroom 1. Call Patty Ness at 567-6177 to register for this complimentary education. Wellness Break on KNDC 1490 AM Radio Dr. Carrie Ann Ranum will discuss “Car Seat & Bike Safety” on Thurs., July 21 at 8:30 am.

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Published in the Bowman County Pioneer June 17th, 24th & July 1st, 2016 STEVEN J. WILD, #04091 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com 701-523-3112 Attorney for: Personal Representative Case No.06-2016-PR-00015 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF BOWMAN COUNTY STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ASHLEY SENSE, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the undersigned have been appointed personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be presented to Becky Sense, personal representative of the estate, at PO Box 1537, Baker, MT 59313, or filed with the Court. Becky Sense, Personal Representative PO Box 1537 Baker, MT 59313 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 Attorney for Personal Representative Published in the Bowman County Pioneer June 24th, July 1st & 8th, 2016 Steven J. Wild, #04091 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com 701-523-3112 Attorney for: Petitioner Case No. 06-2016-PR-00019 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF BOWMAN COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PEYTON H. WOLL JR., AKA PEYTON HARRY WOLL, Deceased. NOTICE OF HEARING TO: All heirs, devisees or other interested persons of the Estate of Peyton H. Woll Jr., aka Peyton Harry Woll, Deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that a hearing on a PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE in the above-entitled case will be held before the presiding Southwest District Court Judge, at the Bowman County Courthouse, Bowman, North Dakota, at 8:30 A. M. on August 11, 2016.

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ikowski 73.03; Marco Products 130.30; Marco 5011; Michelle Engraf 200; Midwest Doors 34.50; Midwest Technology 974.46; Misty Steeke 3261.09; MDU 4355.43; Nasco 343.91; NASSP/NHS 385; NDASBM 50; NDSBA 2567.48; NDESC 984.80; Nimco 134.42; Northern Auto & Diesel 4542; Northwest Tire 895.68; Other Worlds Edu 92.10; Pitsco 63; Praxair 1522.70; Premier School Agendas 1160.73; Prestwick House 208.95; RACTC 4000; Really Good Stuff 87.86; RESP 300; Rita Freitag 121.77; Sanford Health 30; Scholastic Magazines 819.26; Scholastic 64.75; School Specialty 2691.12; Scranton Super Valu 95.48; Scranton Equity 11356.42; Scranton School Building Fund 21000; Scranton School Food Services 13790; Seaton Publishing 39; Software Unlimited 2900; Southwest Healthcare 75; TMI 28000; Travel World of Crosby 812.50; Treetop Publishing 107.50; US Games 352.36; Vowac 1499.68; WRSS 7528.64; Woodley Construction 400.95 Fund total: 219,654.59

have to be financed. Street and Water Dept. Tractor: Since the tractor program is no longer available through West Plains and the street and water department need a loader tractor. Hofland received two local quotes on tractors and they both will take a trade in. Dakota Farm Equipment’s quote is $65,900.00 for John Deere tractor with a $10,900.00 trade in and West Plains’ quote is $54,000.00 for a Case IH tractor with a $10,000.00 trade in. There is a 2 year warranty on both tractors and the Case IH has 88 hours on it and the John Deere has zero hours. Motion by West, second by Whitney to purchase the Case IH tractor with $30,000.00 to come out Water Equipment Fund, $2,000.00 to come out of the Street Fund (tractor program) and the remaining to come out of Road and Bridge to be repaid up to a 3 year period. RCV= all aye, MC. Budget amendments will be made at the next meeting. BROSZ: 11th Ave Reconstruction Project Update: Brosz had pre-construction meeting on 4/26/16 and Wilson Construction will start tomorrow with the box culvert. They will barricade off Perma Trailer Court on the east end so trucks will not go through the lot per the owners request. Notice has been put on the access channel, Pioneer newspaper, website, KPOK and Facebook. Water Main Break: The previous water main break on 3rd Avenue started leaking again. The valves aren’t holding and several houses are on temporary water. JK Excavation and Construction’s sub-contractor hit some of the valves while doing the millings. James said there has to be some recourse on that sub-contractor; the City should not have to pay the full amount for repairing the valves. Brosz stated that people are driving by too fast and they are going to now have to close that block for safety. Northside Drainage: Brosz presented the final pay application for Steve Beylund Construction and James needs to sign the change order. It will cost approximately $485.00 for Meschke to put the parking barrier posts in by the grandstands. Whitney and Brosz met with the two residents that were concerned about their entrance to their properties. On the south side they need to feather out some top soil and on the north side it will be more involved. The concern of the resident was the height of the berm and he didn’t understand it would be that tall. The resident would like to see some mitigation where the plotted avenue is on the west end and to do that we would need some culverts like the ones next to the ball diamonds. James asked the street crew if they could install the culverts since we are over budget on this drainage project. Hofland said that we would have to buy the culverts; they need two 20’ culvert sections. Whitney wants Hofland to use used culverts, but we would need to buy the end sections. Hofland will check with the County to see if they have any good used culverts and Hofland will install them. Motion by West, second by Whitney to pay Steve Beylund Construction, Inc. $60,760.12 for the final pay application for the North Side Addition project. RCV=all aye, MC. Remaining Surge Funding: Brosz met with the department heads and went over proposed surge funded projects. They felt that the North 11th Avenue has a little more urgency than the Main Street waterline. Brosz’s cost projection is $85,000.00 which includes the design and mobilization. Brosz talked with Neil Hofland about the County helping pay for part of it, so it would be a partnership. We will have to get approval from the County Commission regarding the cost share. We would use surge funds for this project. Brosz would like to bid other proposed projects in November so funds will be allocated in 2016. When asked about the Main Street Waterline project, Mason had told James that it is not a priority at this time as there are other areas in more dire need. Motion by Whitney, second by Limesand to authorize Brosz to go ahead with plans to do a 12” mill, shape and cement stabilization base contingent upon County approval to do the 3” gravel and chip seal on North 11th Ave. RCV= all aye, MC. CHIEF HEADLEY: New Police Officer: A hiring committee interviewed 5 officer candidates out of the 25 applicants and decided to hire Erica Nuwash from Apple Valley, MN and she will be ready to start on June 1, 2016. She has to go through reciprocity training so she can work in ND and she will get a temporary license. LIMESAND: Transfers: We needed to make transfers in order to establish project funds. Motion by Limesand, second by Whitney to transfer $102,395.65 from Fund #2006 Surge Fund to Fund #3081 Sewer Rehab.

Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 2016 SCRANTON BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING 5-10-16 The regular meeting of the board was called to order by President Mellmer at 7:03 p.m. in the superintendent’s office. Members present were Mellmer, Dillon, Sanford, Evans and Reitz. No one was absent. Others present were Lynn Brown, Superintendent Pretzer, Principal Pierce and Business Manager Eberle. The agenda was read and no additions were made. There was a motion by Sanford, a second by Dillon to approve the minutes. All were in favor. The motion carried. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Evans to approve the bills. All were in favor. The motion carried. The board reviewed the monthly financial reports and filed them for the auditors. All were in favor. The motion carried. The April, 2016, payroll expenses were $142,925.42. The checks issued were numbers 27892-27898. The check stubs issued were numbers 84258749. There was a motion by Evans, a second by Sanford to approve the payroll. All were in favor. The motion carried. The board reviewed the Three to Five Year Plan draft. The public meeting on the plan will be June 21, at 8:00 p.m. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Evans to approve the Pledge of Securities. All were in favor. The motion carried. The school board election is Tuesday, June 7, 2016, from 11:00 – 7:00 in the Scranton School Home Ec. Room. The special meeting to canvass the election is June 13, 2016, at 8:00 p.m. Superintendent Pretzer presented the board with the estimation of state revenue for 2016-2017, and an estimation of year end finances. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Sanford to authorize Business Manager Eberle to close to dormant passbook savings accounts at Wells Fargo Bank. All were in favor. The motion carried. Awards Day is May 19, at 2:00 p.m. Superintendent Pretzer reported that teacher/employee recognition day was May 3. Discussion was held on summer help, summer projects, hiring paras and a substitute cook. Principal Pierce reported on elementary education, and Superintendent Pretzer reported on secondary education. Special recognition was given to the Scranton School State Class B Science Olympiad team. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m. Michael Mellmer, President Angie Eberle, Business Manager Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 2016 Scranton School District Bills May, 2016 General Fund: A2Z Printing 22.99; ACT 14.50; Adams County Record 39; Angie Eberle 63.31; Apple Computer 7462.85; AT & T 226.65; Blue Cross of ND 18663.70; Bowman County Pioneer 39; Carol Dilse 300; CDW G 4671.22; Cengage 2936.52; City of Scranton 1051.44; Comfort Inn & Suites 160.20; Comfort Inn 160; Comfort Suites 711; Companion 699; Consolidated Telcom 908.03; Country Media 340.19; Coyle Electric 110; Dakota Boys & Girls Ranch 2275; Dakota Fence 20,080; Dakota Prairie Enrichment Center 8000; Dale’s Clothing 175; Denise Oase 13.96; Donny Evans 58.60; Eckroth Music 14; EllDean Maychrzak 52.92; Evelyn Symanowski 118.53; First International Bank & Trues 2550; Great Western Network 6000; Gretchen Flatz 200; Houghton Mifflin 341; Innovative Office Solutions 1103.63; Instrumentalist Company 131; John Pretzer 172.80; KariLei Valloff 83.05; Karyn Chiapella 200; Kathleen Schaff 114.75; Kathy Steiner 120.15; KB Jewelers 85; Kevin Anderson 5000; Lasting Visions 136.50; Lynn Brown 290.50; Marcia Jan-

Food Service Fund: Dean Foods 855.05; Scranton Super Valu 171.40; US Foodservice 5796.99 Fund total: 6823.44 Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 2016 SCRANTON BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING 6-13-16 The special meeting of the board was called to order by President Mellmer at 8:00 p.m. in the superintendent’s office. Members present were Mellmer, Sanford, Dillon, Evans and Reitz. Superintendent Pretzer was also present. The agenda was read and no additions were made. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Evans to approve the minutes. All were in favor. The motion carried. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Sanford to approve the bills. All were in favor. The motion carried. The board canvassed the 2016, election with 26 votes cast. There was a motion by Evans, a second by Reitz, to certify the June 7, 2016, election with Kim Sanford and Tony Dillon elected to three year terms. All were in favor. The motion carried. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Michael Mellmer, Present John Pretzer, Superintendent Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 2016 Minutes of the Regular City Commission meeting held on May 3, 2016 at City Hall at 4:00 PM. Present: Lyn James, Darren Limesand, Mike Sondeland, Darrell West, Chuck Whitney, Chuck Headley, Peggy Allen, Todd Hofland, and Jon Brosz. President James called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. Limesand requested to add transfers to the agenda after department heads. Motion by West, second by Limesand to approve the agenda as amended. RCV= all aye, MC. Checks: #9146 – 9176; Payroll Checks: # None; Salaries: $23,474.11; Bills: BNSF $775.00, Advanced Business Methods $361.62, American Planning Assoc. $289.00, Art Johnson $57.50, BCDC $16,540.00, Bowman Park and Rec $12,631.97, Bowman Sales and Service $115.13, Brosz Engineering $25,310.00, Cashway Bldg. Center $139.36, Dakota DustTex $80.05, Dakota Supply Group $500.84, EIDO Connect $392.00, Farmers union $523.23, Fidelity Security Life $146.57, Fox Hills Fencing $487.50, Jim’s Repair $315.90, JK Excavation and Construction $10,500.00, Lexis Nexus $62.18, MDU $7,997.59, ND Cattlewomen Conference $200.00, Newby’s Ace Hardware $60.42, NW Tire $549.17, Postmaster $354.09, Randy’s Welding $25.15, Respond Systems $153.14, Stephanie Holder $135.00, Steve Beylund Construction $60,796.12, VISA $179.52, Westlie Truck Center $101.36, WEX Bank $2,268.61, and Catherine Hedge $800.00. HOFLAND: Garbage Truck Bids: Hofland asked the commission for permission to bid a 2016 garbage truck that was budgeted for in the 2016 budget; estimated cost is $175,000.00 – $180,000.00. We could sell one of the old trucks at an auction because no dealers want them in on trade. The commission gave their approval to advertise for bids. There will be enough funds to pay for this truck, but in 2018, the garbage department will be looking for another truck that will probably

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RCV= all aye, MC. Motion by Limesand, second by West to transfer $16,392.19 from Fund #2250 Road and Bridge to Fund #3077 Northside Addition. RCV= all aye, MC. PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING ORDINANCES: Ryan reviewed all the changes that have been made by the commission’s request. Ryan asked for the commissioners to review them again and add any comments on the top sheet of the sections that have been reviewed and she will copy them and add them to code. Ryan also added Temporary Crew Camp housing ordinance for their review. Motion by West, second by Sondeland to approve the bills and the minutes from 4/19/16. RCV= all aye, MC. Motion Limesand, second by Whitney to adjourn the meeting at 5:28 pm. RCV= all aye, MC. Lyn James, President of City Commission ATTEST: Peggy Allen Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 2016 PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER July 1st , 2016 Minutes of the Regular City Commission Meeting held on May 17, 2016 at City Hall at 4:00 PM. Present: Lyn James, Darren Limesand, Mike Sondeland, Darrell West, Chuck Whitney, Peggy Allen, Bill Mason, Todd Hofland, Barb Downing, Aaron Allen, Jon Brosz, Pete Knopp, Mila Anderson, Sue Swanson, Scott Hardy, Teran Doerr, Duane Bowman, Charles Headley, Kevin Bucholz, Randy Varner, and Emily Bostyan. President James called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. Motion by West, second by Limesand to approve the agenda as presented. RCV= all aye, MC. Checks: # 9177-9210; Payroll Checks: # N/A, Voided Checks: # N/A; Direct Deposit: $24,305.93; Bills: West Plains Implement $54,000.00, A2Z Printing $975.03, Bowman Cemetery Assoc. $4,915.81, Bowman Chamber of Commerce $2,000.00, Bowman Community Band $500.00, BCDC $45,500.00, Bronson’s Marketplace $79.69, Carmel’s Cleaners $87.12, Charles Whitney $201.25, CNHI Capitol $17.80, Consolidated Telecom $1,419.16, Country Media $597.75, Dacotah Paper $34.02, David Wyman $28.32, Fallon County Treasurer $5,153.00, Hawkins, Inc. $1,223.00, John Deere Financial $74.87, McGee Mechanics $284.62, Newman Traffic Signs $259.46, One Call $42.00, S & T Plumbing $994.00, Sadowsky & Wild $200.00, Shopko Store $39.16, Slope Electric $1,169.00, SW Business Machines $181.68, SW Medical Clinic $238.00, SW Auto Supply $34.61, SW Crime Conference $50.00, True North Steel $261.16, USA Blue Book $468.77, Valli Info Systems $25.00, Verizon Wireless $600.97, Woodley Construction $1.00, and Lasting Visions $48.00. HOFLAND Dept. Head Report: They finished with the city wide clean up week on the 16th. There were 34 loads of wood, not as much metal, and all went well. Currently they are mowing and spraying. They just received the end caps for the culvert for the Henderson approach on the Northside Addition Project and will be working on that soon. MASON Dept. Head Report: There were issues on water main project on 4th Avenue. They could not tie on to the pipe, they had to go 80’ further south and found a place to hook on and the pipe is not very good there either. Mason reported that JK Excavation and Construction donated a days’ worth of repairs to the city on this project. BROSZ 11th Ave N: Brosz requested two quotes to fix 11th Avenue North of the railroad tracks. The quotes were to grind the top 4”, reshape and pack down 6,667 yards at $1.43 a SY for a total of $9,533.81 to be completed by 5/25/16 and then Midstates will treat the cement base. He says we should accept their quote and the County agreed to do their portion of the road. Motion by Limesand, second Whitney to approve the proposal on North 11th Avenue in the amount of $9,533.81 for grinding the top 4”, reshape and pack down. RCV= all aye, MC. On 11th Ave south of the RR tracks they ran in to springs and they had to add extra scoria. Wilson Construction had some at scoria that they used at $22.00 a yard. Brosz met with MDU on site regarding lowering a line. Previously he was told that it would not cost anything to the City to lower it and now he is being told it will cost $3,000.00 $5,000.00. It’s in MDU’s easement so they said the cost is the City’s. He thinks we should write a letter or make a phone call because they are not doing what they previously said. James will do a conference call with Steve Wild and Brosz on Friday. 11th Ave NW is still close on schedule and will pave in June. They will be out of here no later than Aug. 1st. WHITNEY Northside Addition Project: Whitney reviewed a synopsis he wrote of the history of the

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North Side Addition Project. NDIRF Meeting: Whitney attended the annual NDIRF meeting and gave an overview of the topics discussed. LIMESAND Budget Requests for 2017: Soon the auditor will be sending out the forms for the requests to the entities that request funds from the City. The City is generally running 20-23% short in the funds received by the State and the Commission was asked to consider what amount they would like to request that the entities reduce their ask by and bring their decision to the next city commission meeting. BID OPENING FOR 2016 GARBAGE TRUCK 2016 Freightliner Garbage Truck Bids: Westlie Truck Center: James opened the main bid envelope and there were three bids all for 2017 models. The City requested 2016 Freightliner model, therefore James did not review the bids. Olympic Sales Bids/Northland Truck Sales: 2016 Freightliner M2 106 25yd New Way Cobra Magnum body compactor bid $168,890.00 with delivery included. There was discussion from Westlie Truck Center representative explaining that a 2016 model is actually a 2015 model and a 2017 model is actually a 2016 model because the year is changed to one year in advance after January 2 of every year. At this point of the bid opening City Attorney Wild was called on the phone. The Commission was advised by Wild that if they want to consider the 2017 bids they would have to reject the 2016 Freightliner bid and receive permission from Olympic Sales and Westlie Truck Center to consider the 2017 bids. Randy Varner from Westlie Truck Center and Greg Krutsinger from Northland Truck Sales gave the commis-

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sion permission to look at the 2017 bids. Motion by Whitney, second by Sondeland to discard the 2016 Freightliner garbage truck bid and consider only the 2017 bids. RCV= all aye, MC. 2017 Freightliner Garbage Truck Bids: Northland Truck Sales, Fargo, ND - 2017 Freightliner Bid was $166,890.00, delivery included. Westlie Truck Center, Dickinson, ND - 2017 Freightliner Bid was $165,250.00, delivery included. After reviewing the bids, it was the recommendation by Hofland, Knopp and Allen to take the Freightliner with Westlie Truck Center in the amount of $165,250.00 with the 5 year 200,000 mile exhaust treatment in the amount of $800.00 = $166,050.00. Motion by Sondeland, second by Whitney to accept the 2017 Freightliner bid in the amount of $165,250.00 with the 200,000 mile exhaust warranty in the amount of $800 for a total of $166,050.00. RCV= all aye, MC. ANDERSON 11th Ave Project Questions: Anderson said she is not here to complain she just had some questions about the project. She was notified that her garbage will be picked up in the alley and that the auditor is putting any construction related notices on Facebook, web, radio, etc. She is concerned about dust and Brosz explained that they have water budgeted for dust control. BOWMAN CEMETERY ASSN. - SWANSON Bowman Cemetery Association is requesting 2016 budgeted funds. James stated that this year the levied funds that have been received so far total $4,575.81 and the City budgeted $340.00 out of the general fund. The balance of $5,089.19 will trickle in from

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now to Oct. Motion by West, second by Sondeland to release the 2016 budgeted funds in the amount $4,915.81 to the Bowman Cemetery Association. RCV= all aye, MC. Motion by West, second by Sondeland to authorize the auditor to disperse the balance in the amount of $5,088.19 as it comes in. RCV= all aye, MC. The Cemetery Association thanked the City for their contribution. PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING CODE - RYAN Zoning Code: Article 7 Parking and Landscaping Regulations were handed out for the Commission to review and bring back to the June 7, 2016 Meeting. The Commission stated that Article 5 and 6 of the Zoning Code are completed. BCDC Office BCDC Update: Doerr gave a review of their business and they gave the commission an overview of what has happened each month since the start of the year. Doerr asked for the BCDC’s 2016 Budgeted Funds. In the last few months the SBDC has tripled their customers. Laura will be increasing her hours because the Strom Center is closing and they will be filling in during the interim. The funding will come from the state to cover Laura’s wages. Industrial Park: The FAA has not released the old airport yet. BCDC is going forward on the annexation and PUD process. The Development Corporation would like to put out a fact sheet on the County. The Bowman County Commissioners would like to highlight the surge funding projects and they will print it and put it on social media. The Bowman City Commission would also like to add their current list of projects and Doerr will give the Commission a draft to approve; Doerr will welcome any ideas. Motion by West, second by

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Limesand to release the 2016 budgeting funds in the amount $45,500 for their budgeted funds to the Bowman County Development Corporation. RCV= all aye, MC. BOWMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE-BOSTYAN: Bostyan gave a review of the changes in their organization and requested their 2016 budgeted funds. Motion by Sondeland, second by Whitney to release the 2016 budgeted funds in the amount of $2,000.00 to the Bowman Chamber of Commerce. RCV= all aye, MC. ALLEN: Allen requested two transfers and budget amendments as stated below. Motion by Whitney, second by Sondeland to transfer the funds as presented and make the budget amendments as presented below. RCV= all aye, MC. Motion by Limesand, second by Sondeland to table the grass clippings resolution and landfill sale until further notice. RCV= all aye, MC. Motion by West, second by Whitney to approve the bills, May 3, 2016 Minutes and the April 2016 Financial Report. RCV= all aye, MC. Motion by Whitney, second by West to adjourn the meeting at 6:13 PM. RCV = all aye, MC. Lyn James, President ATTEST: Peggy Allen, Financial Auditor Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st & 8th, 2016 BOWMAN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO MEET REGARDING CASE NO. LDC16-003 (VERIZON CELL TOWER) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN; that the Bowman Planning and Zoning Commission will meet July 12, 2016 at 5:15 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at City Hall (101 1st Street, NE)

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tural) to the PUD (Planned Unit Development) district. The PUD district will allow a mix of zoning designations via a Design Standards Handbook that includes customized zoning and architectural, landscaping and buffering standards. The site is situated in Section 10, Township 131 North and Range 102 West, the Northeast ¼ of Section 9, Township 13 North, Range 102 West, and the Southeast ¼ of Section 4, Township 131 North, Range 102 West of the 5th Principal Meridian, in Bowman County, North Dakota. If you would like to review the file for this request or view the City’s land use maps, and/or examine a more detailed description of the location of the project’s boundaries, please make an appointment with the Planning and Zoning Director by calling 701-523-7627 or 701523-3309 on Tuesdays and Wednesday. Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 2016 Unapproved Minutes FOR RHAME CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 20, 20167:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL I. Jeremiah called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. II. Roll Call. Jeremiah Erickson, Mike Germann, Grace Wood, Andy Adkisson, Neyl Eagon, Tina Eagon, Nick Werth, Gail Olson, Pam Getz, Larry Entzel, Brandy Getz, Dana Eagon, Margie Russ Absent: Scott Luvaas III. Motion to approve May 9, 2016 Minutes made by Mike, seconded by Andy, motion carried. IV. Oath of Office – City: Neyl Eagon and Tina Eagon for City Commissioners. Park: Dana Eagon and Brandy Getz for Park Board Commissioners. Jeremiah thanked all current and new City and Park Board members for stepping up and helping the City and Park Board. V. Margie presented a request from Dennis Walser regarding a request to hook up to the City water at his house located at 503 North Street. Walser requested the City pay all cost for this hook up. Discuss on Walser water line. Walser is currently hooked up to SW Water through Getz. Walser currently has an easement with Getz. Margie looked up ordinances. Motion to allow Walser to connect to City water with the stipulation all costs to be paid by Walser made by Andy, seconded by Grace. Roll call vote: Andy – Yes, Grace – Yes, Mike – Yes, Jeremiah – Yes, motion carried. VI. Finance – Motion to approve May 2016 Financials made by Mike, seconded by Grace, motion carried. 1. A/R Aging Report – Looks good 2. SW Water Report – Looks good 3. 2016 Financials & Surge Fund Reports – on target at this time. Work on the Lagoon and Main Street will start the first part of July. VII. Equipment – Mike purchased a new John Deere lawn mower with a three year warranty. VIII. Park – Nick thanked Brandy and Dana for accepting Park Board Commissioners seats. Nick presented a list of items needing repair/ maintenance, discussion on the direction Nick would like to see the park go in. Mower tires are bad, will probably buy new ones. Discussion on money paid to contractor and contractor has not performed work. Would like to replace toilets, they are cracked, will try to do this in the Fall/Winter. Talk on ice rink at the park. Park needs to be trimmed before Gala Day. IX. Old Business. 1. Gail Olson brought pictures of her basement that was redone. Gail said they did a good job. Ask about her sewer line as it needs repair. The City will flush the lines at least every 6 months to insure the lines are clean. Margie will contact Lynn Heath for an estimate on getting this corrected and sent the info to the Mayor and Commissioners. X. New Business. 1. Raise Water rates. Discussion on increasing water and sewer rates. Motion to increase water and sewer rates to a total of $35 a month; Water $25.00 for the first 2,000 gallons with an additional $2.00 per each additional thousand gallons and Sewer a flat rate of $10 per month, made by Grace, seconded Andy, motion carried. This will take effect on September 1, 2016. 2. Motion to approve invoices made by Grace, seconded by Mike, motion carried. XI. Comments – Jeremiah discuss getting kids involved in clean up and care of the community/city. XII. Pam thanked Eddie, the City maintenance man, for doing a very good job. Pam and Pat offered to help with mowing and other work that the City may need help with. XIII. Pam inquired on the matter of unmetered water lines going to Getz home/pastures. Per Mike all water going to Getz’s house or pasture is metered and there are no water lines that are not metered. XIV. Tina ask about a tornado emergency plan and if a plan is in place Would like to know if the council should address or set up a committee to make sure everyone know what to do and where they should go in case of an emergency. XV. Motion to adjourn made by Andy, seconded by Mike, at

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8:20 p.m., motion carried. Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 2016 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS SCRANTON CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER: The Scranton City Council met Monday, May 9th, 2016, at Scranton City Hall. Robb Pierce called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m. In attendance were Mayor Robb Pierce; Aldermen: Sheila Ness, EllDean Maychrzak, Brent Sanford, Dale Henderson; PWS: Tony Dillon; Auditor: Kari Ruggles; Visitors: Deon Stockert, Kenzie Robertson, Jim Sabe, Jon Brosz, Lucas Doerr. READING OF THE MINUTES: Sheila Ness made a motion to approve the April minutes, EllDean Maychrzak second, roll call vote, MC. AGENDA APPROVAL: EllDean Maychrzak made a motion to approve the agenda for May, Sheila Ness second, roll call vote, MC. FINANCIAL REPORTS: Dale Henderson made a motion to approve the financial reports for May 7th, 2016 with a balance for the city of $2,189,720.29 & the Parkboard General Fund of $26,219.57 & Improvement Fund of $6,299.87, Brent Sanford second, roll call vote, MC. BILLS PRESENTED: Sheila Ness made a motion to pay all bills presented for April, EllDean Maychrzak second, roll call vote: Maychrzak yes, Ness yes, Sanford yes, Henderson yes, MC. AUDITOR/PARKBOARD REPORT: A thank you was received from AHOY for the donation that the city gave for the after prom party. Water will be shut off at one residence due to delinquency of payment. Everything is on schedule for the election on June 14th. PWS REPORT: Tony has been spraying for dandelions. The dump has been burned. The lagoon has been released. We have a metal recycling dumpster at the dump now. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Jon Brosz & Lucas Doerr attended the meeting regarding the Surge Funding Sewer Project. Jon gave a review of the final project. Brent Sanford made a motion to accept the change order for the sewer project, Sheila Ness second, roll call vote: Henderson yes, Sanford yes, Maychrzak yes, Ness yes, MC. EllDean Maychrzak made a motion to accept the final payment for the Sewer Project, Sheila Ness second, roll call vote: Henderson yes, Ness yes, Maychrzak yes, Sanford yes, MC. Deon Stockert & Kenzie Robertson with Advanced Engineering reported on the Surge Fund Street Project. Concrete work is estimated to begin shortly. Paving is estimated to begin in late June. The Notice to Proceed was signed by the council. Weekly meetings will be held at city hall during the project. Jim Sabe attended the meeting regarding the festivities scheduled for June 11th. He is planning a rib cook off with prizes, a car show & shine & music at the Buffalo Creek. The city will look into inflatables to have for the children at the park. Tony’s salary was reviewed and it was the decision of the council that it will stay the same and be reviewed again at year end. NEW BUSINESS: The council confirmed that Bituminous Paving may use the cities dump truck while they do the concrete portion of the street project. The council would like to see the city have a formal benefit package in place for full time employees. More complaints have come to the attention of the city regarding the Britt Green residence and animals. ADJOURN: Sheila Ness made a motion to adjourn at 8:42 pm, Brent Sanford second, roll call vote, MC. The next city council meeting is scheduled for June 13th, 2016. Respectfully Submitted, Kari Ruggles, City Auditor ACCOUNTS PAYABLE FOR APRIL 2016 EFT IRS $1,099.54; EFT IRS $780.30; EFT Deluxe $371.97; EFT Office of State Tax Comm. $51.00; EFT Blue Cross $1,306.87; 6952 Advanced Engineering $17,206.50; 6953 Tony Dillon $3,069.95; 6954 Kari Ruggles $1,288.28; 6955 Southwest Water $3,607.18; 6956 Judy Kline $51.12; 6957 Country Media $73.45; 6958 Visa $29.59; 6959 Brosz Engineering $1,692.50; 6960 Bo. Co. Equalization Office $100.00; 6961 Team Lab $1,285.00; 6962 MDU $1,732.98; 6963 NASAP $39.00; 6964 Advanced Engineering $8,511.23; 6965 JK Excavation $38,900.00; 6966 Randys Welding $170.00; 6967 Consolidated Telcom $104.15; 6968 Scranton Equity $685.38; 6969 Brent Sanford $854.24; 6970 Dale Henderson $715.71; 6971 EllDean Maychrzak $854.24; 6972 Sheila Ness $738.80; 6973 Robb Pierce $1,546.86; 6974 City of Bowman $4,404.00. Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 8th & 15th, 2016 STEVEN J. WILD, #04091 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com 701-523-3112 Attorney for: Personal Representative Case No. 06-2016-PR-00020

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF BOWMAN COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DORIS E. TESKE, AKA DORIS TESKE, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the undersigned have been appointed personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be presented to Laverne Teske, personal representative of the estate, at 13004 74th Street SW, Scranton, ND 58653, or filed with the Court. Dated this 27th day of June, 2016. Laverne Teske, Personal Representative 13004 74th Street SW Scranton, ND 58653 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 Attorney for Personal Representative July 1st , 2016 Published in the Bowman County Pioneer July 1st, 8th & 15th, 2016 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF BOWMAN SOUTHWEST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Robert Morris Lansburg, William Ruder Lansburg, Alan L. Ruder, Arthur L. Ruder, Carol R. Gurstelle, Charles R. Laff, Ned S. Laff, Gary A. Laff, Chris Ann Gibbs, Debra R. Ong, Patricia R. Morton, Michael J. Paradise, Patricia J. Silver, Dennis H. Paradise, Douglas B. Paradise, Mitchell H. Gold, Lisa Gold Silverman, Jennifer A. Melnick Estate, fka Jennifer A. Paradise, Avima M. Ruder, Avraham A. Ruder, a/k/a Leonard A. Ruder, Annette R. Carnow, Annette S. Abramson, Burton W. Ruder, Robert O. Ruder, aka Dr. Robert Ruder, Lawrence T. Ruder, and Jim Torres, Executor of the Jesse H. Ruder, Jr. Estate, Plaintiffs, vs. Cilie Ruder, aka Celia Solomon, Arlyne Ruder Lansburg, Mollie Ruder, N. S. Ruder, aka Nathan )S. Ruder, Freda S. Ruder,Susan Mayo, James Ruder, M. H. Ruder, aka Manuel Ruder, Bertha R. Laff, Milton M. Laff, J. H. Ruder, Sr., aka Joseph Holland Ruder, aka Jesse Holland Ruder, Patricia Rives, Melvin Ruder, aka Melvin Harvey Ruder, Paul R. Paradise, Muriel Paradise, Andrea Paradise Gold, S. A. Ruder, aka Samuel A Ruder, Miriam H. Ruder, Sidney Rosenberg, Pearl Rosenberg, Phyllis Ruder, Melvin Ruder, and all other persons known and unknown having or claiming any right, title, estate or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the complaint, whether as heirs, devisees, legatees or Personal Representatives of the aforementioned parties or as holding any claim adverse to Plaintiffs’ ownership or any cloud upon Plaintiffs’ title thereto. Defendants.

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Consolidated is an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier in the area listed below and is required to publish the following information. Consolidated Monthly Service Rates: Under the Telecommunications Act of 1996, “universal service” means basic telephone service that is available to all consumers. Consolidated provides basic and enhanced telecommunications services within its service area. Basic services are offered at the following rates: Single Residence Service - $22.50/mo. & Single Business Service $32.00/mo. Local residence & business service includes: Voice grade access to the public switched network; flat-rated local exchanges service free of per minute charges; access to emergency services such as 911/enhanced 911; and toll blocking/limitation. Geographic Areas Where Services Are Available: Consolidated offers service in the following exchanges: Amidon, Bowman, Dodge, Dunn Center, Grassy Butte, Halliday, Hettinger, Killdeer, Ladd, Lodgepole, Ludlow, Manning, Marmarth, Mott, New England, Reeder, Regent, Rhame, Richardton, Scranton, South Heart, Taylor, Twin Buttes.

TELEPHONE ASSISTANCE: Consolidated offers the Lifeline telephone assistance pro-

gram for qualifying low-income subscribers who are not already receiving a Lifeline discount from another provider. Lifeline provides a monthly service discount on telephone service. To be eligible for Lifeline assistance, an applicant or subscriber, one of their dependents or their household must participate in one or more of the following programs: Federal Public Housing Assistance, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Medicaid, National School Lunch free lunch program, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF). Individuals whose total household income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines are also eligible for Lifeline assistance. Additional Tribal Lifeline and Tribal Link Up support is available to those qualifying individuals living on Tribal Lands. Tribal Lifeline/Link Up provides for additional telephone service discounts, and in addition to the previously cited programs, for those individuals residing on Federally Recognized Tribal Lands, participating in the BIA General Assistance program, Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), Head Start or Tribal TANF qualifies them for this support. Only eligible consumers may enroll in the Lifeline program. Lifeline applicants must present documentation demonstrating eligibility either through participation in one of the qualifying federal assistance programs or through income-based means. Lifeline recipients are required to recertify their eligibility every year. The Lifeline program is limited to one benefit per household, consisting of either wireline or wireless service. Lifeline is a government benefit program and consumers who willfully make false statements in order to obtain the benefit can be punished by fine or imprisonment or can be barred from the program.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies & complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202)720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

SUMMONS STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the Complaint in this action which is herewith served upon you, by serving upon the undersigned an Answer or other proper response within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons upon you, exclusive of the day of service. If you fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Dated this 21st day of June, 2016. SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. By Steven J. Wild P.O. Box 260 Bowman, ND 58623 (701) 523-3112 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com Attorney for Plaintiffs State Bar ID #04091 NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that this action is brought for the purpose of quieting title to various mineral interests in and to all the oil, gas, and other minerals in and under the following described real property being located and situated in Bowman County, North Dakota: TOWNSHIP 129 NORTH, RANGE 102 WEST of the 5th P.M. Section 25: E1/2SW1/4; SW1/4SE1/4 and that no personal claim is made against any of said named Defendants. SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. By Steven J. Wild P.O. Box 260 Bowman, ND 58623 (701) 5523-3112 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com Attorney for Plaintiffs State Bar ID #04091

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SPORTS Babe Ruthers take 2 from Bowman

After losing their first game of the year to Bowman on June 15 the HettingerScranton’s (HS) Babe Ruth team came back and took two from Bowman on June 27. Mason Defoe started on the mound for HS in the first game just as he did in their first match up, but the results were different. Walking batters was his problem in the first match up. Although

he walked seven this time he only gave up three hits and recorded eight strike outs in HS’s 9-3 win. Bowman was held scoreless until the 4th inning when they scored three times. The big hit for Bowman in the 4th was a tworun single by Jordan Powell. Matt Osendorf absorbed the pitching loss as he went three innings giving up eight

runs, four hits, issuing seven walks and striking out five. Jacob Svihovec pitched the last inning giving up one run and one hit. Wild pitches and passed balls aided HS runners more than base hits. Warrick Dilse and Bo Wilson both had run scoring hits and both scored twice for HS. HS also won the second game by an 8-4 score as both teams heavily substi-

tuted. Ty Warbis did have an inside-the-park two-run homer for HS. The HS Babe Ruth team now has a 6-1 record with their next game scheduled for July 8 at Hettinger against Belfield. This game was originally scheduled for June 24. Bowman was also in town on June 23 to take on Hettinger’s Coach-Pitch and

Little League teams. In a couple of close games, Hettinger’s Coach-Pitch team came out on top in both games. The second game was a last inning come from behind victory for the home team. The Little League game started out as a pitching duel with Bowman holding a 1-0 lead after four innings

of the five inning game. But Bowman broke out with five runs in their top half of the fifth inning highlighted by a bases loaded home run by Caleb Sarsland. Sarsland was also the winning pitching with Ben Kopp finishing up the game in the last inning, facing only three batters and striking out two. Tanner Defoe was the losing pitcher for Hettinger.

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Sr. Western Pleasure Sponsor: Erickson’s Meat Market Grand Champion – Tasha Pond Jr. Western Pleasure Sponsor: Chad & Ali Miller Grand Champion – Mitch Stuber Reserve Champion – Jake Wolf Jr. Jr. Western Pleasure Sponsor: Diamond H Service, LLC. Grand Champion – Emily Wanek Reserve Champion – Molly Wolf

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Ranch Horse Pleasure Grand Champion – Mitch Stuber Reserve Champion – Molly Wolf Other award sponsors: -Duane & Dana Stuber -Silha’s Lazy J S Ranch - Range Riders 4-H Club Bowman County All- Around Sponsors: All Around Jr. Jr. gift sponsored by Naomi Van Hove All Around Jr. buckle sponsored by Richard Bowman, DVM All Around Sr. buckle sponsored In Memory of Clarence Kitzan

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SHS Featured Job: Respiratory Therapist Seeking a Respiratory Therapist to work up to 36 hours per week at our Critical-Access Hospital. This position provides Respiratory Therapy services as well as Cardiac Rehab and Pulmonary Rehab services for our clinic patients, hospital inpatients and hospital outpatients. In addition, the Respiratory Therapist will assist with providing home oxygen and nebulizer services to our patients. Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program and must be currently licensed or willing to become licensed as a Registered or Certified Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Dakota.

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Wide receiver The Vikings Vine By JORDAN WRIGHT For the Pioneer

Last week, we took a look at the Minnesota Vikings’ full back and tight end depth charts. If you happened to miss the article, you can find it on Facebook through the web address that’s listed below. This week we take a look at the wide receiver position. In 2015, the tuber Vikings were second to ay last in the NFL with only 2928 passing yards and 11 touchdowns (according to Pro Football Reference). e, There were a lot of factors why the Vikings’ passing Wolf game was inadequate, from a leaky offensive line to play calling that required Bridgewater to hold the ball longer than tuber he would’ve liked. HowWolf ever, we cannot absolve the wide receivers as they also had their issues. Stefon Diggs was a fifth round draft pick by Minnesota in 2015, and all he did his rookie season was d lead the Vikings in receiving yards (720) to go along ored with his four touchdowns. Pro Football Focus rated ored Diggs as the 25th best wide receiver in the NFL, giving ored him a player grade of 82.0. Laquon Treadwell was an drafted by the Vikings in the first round of this year’s draft to (eventually) start across from Diggs. Treadwell doesn’t have speed like Diggs, but he is a big, physical receiver who can battle cornerbacks and outmuscle them to win most catches. Jarius Wright’s 442 receiving yards were third out of Vikings receivers last season, slightly behind Mike Wallace’s 473. Wright was graded as the 65th best receiver in the NFL by PFF with a player grade of 70.0. Adam Thielen finished 2015 with 12 receptions for 144 yards. Thielen’s PFF grade of 60.4 is the lowest on the team (after Wallace took his 55.4 grade to Baltimore). Charles Johnson caught 9 passes for 127 yards and earned a player grade of 66.1. Cordarrelle Patterson only played 61 snaps on offense last season, by far the least of any active receiver (Charles Johnson was next with 218). Patterson’s PFF grade at receiver was 61.5. However, his athleticism is off the charts, which was proven every time he returned a kickoff. Patterson led the NFL in yards per return (31.8) and touchdowns off returns (2). Rounding out the receiving group, we have: Moritz Bohringer who was just drafted in the sixth round; Isaac Fruechte, who spent all of last season on the Vikings’ practice squad; Marken Michel, an undrafted rookie from UMass; Terrell Sinkfield, who ran a 4.19 second 40-yard dash and has spent the last two seasons in the Canadian Football League; and Troy Stoudermire, an undrafted rookie out of Minnesota. Starters: Laquon Treadwell, Stefon Diggs,

Jarius Wright If everything goes according to plan, Treadwell will stake his claim as a starting receiver for the Vikings sooner rather than later. He and Diggs will form quite the duo, and when combined with Wright in the slot and Rudolph at tight end, the Vikings have the looks of a halfway decent receiving corp. However, there is always a chance that Diggs has a sophomore slump and Treadwell takes a while to acclimate to the NFL. Luckily for the Vikings, they are a team built around the running game and a stout defense. If the worst case scenario were to occur, the Vikings won’t be any worse off than they were last season. Backups: Cordarrelle Patterson, Charles Johnson, Adam Thielen The Vikings had six receivers on the roster to begin last season, and I don’t foresee that changing. Patterson is entering the last year of his contact, and this will be his last chance he’s anything more than a kick returner. Charles Johnson was in line to start last season, but an injury derailed his season. Thielen is not a spectacular athlete but he is somewhat dependable, which is important in a backup player. On the bubble: Moritz Bohringer, Isaac Fruechte, Marken Michel, Terrell Sinkfield, Troy Stoudermire Bohringer was a nice story on draft day, but he will take a few years before he is ready to play in the NFL, so I see the Vikings placing him on their practice squad.

GAME AND FISH NEWS Camping restrictions lifted for holiday

The State Game and Fish Department will lift the Tuesday-Wednesday nocamping restriction during the week of July 4 on those wildlife management areas in western North Dakota and along Lake Sakakawea that otherwise prohibit camping during those two days of the week. This waiver will allow overnight camping July 5-6 at Bull Creek in Billings County; Alkali Creek and Spring Creek in Bowman County; Smishek Lake and Short Creek Dam in Burke County; Apple Creek in Burleigh County; Harris M. Baukol in Divide County; Killdeer Mountains in Dunn County; Camels Hump

Lake in Golden Valley County; Audubon, Custer Mine, Deepwater Creek, deTrobriand, Douglas Creek and Wolf Creek in McLean County; Beaver Creek and Hille in Mercer County; Crown Butte Lake and Storm Creek in Morton County; Cedar Lake and Speck Davis Pond in Slope County; and McGregor Dam in Williams County. However, regardless of the holiday, camping is still prohibited every day of the week at the following WMAs: Antelope Creek, Lewis and Clark, Big Oxbow, Ochs Point, Neu’s Point, Overlook, Sullivan and Tobacco Garden in McKenzie County; Van Hook in Mountrail County; and Hofflund and Trenton in Williams County.

In addition, Lewis and Clark and Trenton WMAs are closed from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise unless users are legally engaged in fishing, hunting or trapping. Glass bottles are prohibited on all WMAs. Other camping restrictions at all WMAs are posted at entry points. Additional WMA rules and regulations are available on the Game and Fish website, gf.nd.gov.

Game and Fish pays $581,900 in property taxes

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department recently paid more than $581,900 in taxes to counties in which the department

owns or leases land. The 2015 in-lieu-of-tax payments are the same as property taxes paid by private landowners. The Game and Fish Department manages more than 200,000 acres for wildlife habitat and public hunting in 51 counties. The department does not own or manage any land in Traill or Renville counties.

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DESIGN SPACES

Tablescaping for Summer

By LINDA BROOKS For The Pioneer

The term “tablescaping” has come into popular use in the last few years. It refers to how to design and decorate the table for any occasion. When I first used the word “tablescaping” in an article for the Finder/Pioneer the computer @ the Finder automatically respelled it as table scrapping. Tablescaping – what is required? Some items you might incorporate are: a table & chairs, cloth or paper/ plastic tablecloths, placemats, a centerpiece, dishes, silverware, and glasses & cups. How you arrange these basic items will determine the look of your table. You can use what you have, purchase items to add to what you already own, or use unusual items in new ways. Using a mix of glass, paper, silk, ceramic, plastic, metal, and crystal – each will add its own distinct flavor to the table. Following are some of the Summer tables I have created. Summer Blues – for the tablecloth I used a curtain panel (turquoise with mirrored squares) folded as a runner across the table. For a centerpiece I added a white fluted bowl and 2 blue silk hyacinths. Lime green Franciscan tumblers, white plates and deep turquoise napkins finished the look. Hawaiian – for the tablecloth I used a white cloth with red gladiolas down the middle of it held in place by copper napkin rings. Square red/white melamine plates with smaller white square plates and hibiscus paper napkins add that island look. Yellow Bliss – the tablecloth is patterned in yellow and white. The centerpiece is a large yellow silk Gerber daisy. The plate and sauce dish are yellow ceramic and the napkin is a geometric yellow/white pattern. The glass goblet is yellow/green w/lemon slices and succulents add their greens to the setting. Spring Greens – I include this one because green is a very soothing color that can bridge all the seasons. I chose a white cloth tablecloth and green placemats (Mary & Martha Co.), grape dessert plates and lime green/white cloth napkins for a cool design. Glasses are clear with blue/green stripes and the centerpiece is made up of green ball Boxwoods. Summer Happy – on the

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tablecloth of orange/white lattice I used triangle shaped white plates and white cups. White is a neutral and I often

star studded red, white, and blue paper garland. The centerpiece is a tower of 6 red, star shaped bowls – mini red, white, blue umbrellas peek out from the stars. Paper patriotic napkins grace the white triangle shaped brunch plates. Polka Dots – the tablecloth is white with a black/ white polka dotted ribbon running down the middle of the table. The centerpiece is made of paper cups in tiers of orange, black and turquoise. A white vase sits in the middle of the cups w/a turquoise cloth napkin draping out of it. Turquoise, orange and green bandanna napkins are at each place setting and on the dotted black/ white ribbon. Evening Tablescaping - for your picnic table you can add Ball canning jars down the middle of it – place a white votive candle in each jar. Or you can use rope lights – they come in all colors or strings of colored or white lights. Lights can be small colored lanterns, butterflies, dragon flies, and stars. They can be preset to twinkle, blink or be on continuously. Plates and napkins can be paper for easy clean up. I hope you have enjoyed a look at some of the many summer table ideas I’ve used. Linda Brooks, owner of Design Consulting, has a degree in Interior Design from NDSU. She lives in Bowman. View her blog on The Pioneer’s website.

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