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BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER ESTABLISHED 1907, VOL. 110

CITY OF BOWMAN, BOWMAN COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA, FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2015.

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WELCOME, BOWMAN ALUMNI! By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

Man Dies in Tragic Train Accident

Clemens Schaaf

By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

An 89-year-old man from Bowman was killed the afternoon of July 16 when his car was struck by a train six miles east of Bowman. Clemens “Clem” Schaaf was en route to a rural residence, heading northbound on 139th Avenue Southwest around 1:40 p.m. July 16, according to a release issued by the North Dakota Highway Patrol. A Burlington Northern-Santa Fe train was traveling eastbound to Hettinger, from Forsyth, Mont., when the man’s vehicle failed to stop for the train crossing and was struck, according to the release. The train crashed into the front driver’s side of the vehicle, which came to rest in the southeast ditch along the tracks. The man was not wearing his seatbelt, according to police, and was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash remains under investigation by the North Dakota Highway Patrol.

Angel Gowns: A New Purpose for Old Gowns

The Pioneer Trails Regional Museum in Bowman set up a display that boasts a collection of Bowman school memorabilia just in time for the reunion. (Photo by Bryce Martin)

Big Crowds Expected During All Class Reunion, Summerfest By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

Many months ago amidst the hills of North Dakota’s Emerald City, two Bowman alumni shared their undying passion for the place from which they graduated high school. While the old adage from Thomas Wolfe is that you can never go home again, Kelly and Peggy Binek of Minot disagreed. Their intentions were quite the contrary. An estimated 1,000 people, almost half the city of Bowman’s current population, are expected to come home again to be part

of this year’s Bowman County High School All Class Reunion. That total doesn’t include the families already in the area that come out for Bowman’s Summerfest. A school reunion is hardly such cause for an entire city to leave a big red box that weekend on its calendar, but Binek and his group of volunteers are pulling out all the stops. It was Binek’s hope to find and invite as many Bowman County alumni he could find. So he did what anybody would in the present era of rampant social media: he turned to Facebook.

From there he inadvertently created the basis for a working catalogue of the community’s vast history. Along with the frequent posts from friends reconnecting and alumni posting their memories, an oral and pictorial history of Bowman began to emerge and served as a springboard for reminiscing. There wasn’t much to the Bowman High School reunions that Kelly attended in the past. Fellow alumni would meet downtown or at the golf course. If extra money was available, they’d throw together some type of meal. They would MORE ON PAGE 5

‘A BUSTLING TOWN’

By AMY WOLFF For the Pioneer

After the wedding bells fall silent and the dancing is done, after all the food has been eaten and the gifts unwrapped, after the “I dos” and “good lucks,” there is almost always one thing that remains, the bride’s wedding gown. Some women carefully pack them away in the hopes of having a daughter who may one day dawn their beautiful dress covered in lace and memories. While others throw wedding gowns back into their dress bags and shove them in a closet or tote, not thinking much of them for years down the road, Angel Gowns of Casper, Wyo., has given women a different option. The branch of the organization based out of Casper, Wyo., is just one of many throughout the country under the NICU Helping Hands that provides the opportunity to women to make a difference with their dresses. With the donation of these bridal gowns, volunteers create beautiful outfits for infants who never make it home from the hospital. The loss of a child is something that hopefully most will never know, but for those facing such a deep loss, this is one less thing they need to think about in their time of grief. It’s a way for others, even as strangers, to let these families know that they care. MORE ON PAGE 14

The team from Carrington—Casey Murphy, Denise Schuchard, Stacey Rzaszutak, Laurie Dietz, Dr. Vern Anderson and Joel Lemer—spent 24 hours in Bowman May 18 as part of the LinkND program.

Group from Carrington Shares Thoughts on Bowman After Visit By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

An outsider’s view is sometimes best to discover something that goes unnoticed. At least that’s what Bowman County Development Corp. Director Teran Doerr thought when she became part of the state’s LinkND pilot program aimed at learning and improving between communities. The program, using the cities of Bowman and Carrington as its guinea pigs, consisted of a group of people from one town heading out to explore and report on a list of different aspects of another town in the state.

The program aims to match up North Dakota cities with similar population and demographics. Carrington’s population stood at 2,065 at the time of the 2010 U.S. Census. Its area measures roughly 2 sq. miles and it serves as the county seat of Foster County, located approximately between Jamestown and Devil’s Lake on Highway 52. Six representatives from Carrington quietly toured Bowman on May 18—Doerr said the Bowman group would head out to the eastern North Dakota city next month for their tour. That tour would ultimately translate into a 25-page report of the group’s findings.

Doerr said the program, so far, was a success. “(The program) really encouraged you to look at the community from a different aspect,” Doerr said. The results of Carrington’s 24 hours spent in Bowman were released during the July 20 Bowman Area Chamber of Commerce membership meeting. It was a moment of suspense for the crowd, eager to hear what the group—a diverse group of participants mostly unfamiliar with the city of Bowman—had to say about the area. The tour portion of the program was kept under wraps to dissuade from any MORE ON PAGE 2

Consider it a rather large step back into time. The overly dated, sepia drowned front page of this week’s Bowman County Pioneer has been painstakingly redesigned to mirror exactly what the very first edition looked like, which was published on May 16, 1907. Down to the last detail of the curly serif fonts, the design is from the 1900s while the news is current. It was no easy task for me, but I thought it would be a perfect bit of nostalgia for the Bowman High School All Class Reunion to be held this weekend. Thanks to the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum and their meticulous mission to preserve our community’s history, I was able to view the albeit crumbling and torn first edition. It was truly an experience nonetheless as I was able to flip through the pages of a document that is more than 100 years old. My staff and I hold the Pioneer close to our hearts and I consider my duty as a journalist as one that is important and necessary, so to actually see the progress that this publication has made over 108 years was outstanding. Mr. Wells, the editor at the time of the Pioneer’s first edition, was clearly prolific in his dedication to diction and word choice. Such detail has long since gone by the way side, transposed with more modern grammatical and journalistic style. Looking through the historic first edition, and in many decades following, the news was far more than just “hyperlocal” — Henry Roen was seeing the sights in Stillwater Thursday last, Mrs. Will Bouschelle’s father is visiting her from West Virginia, Mr. Botoger is visiting Mrs. J. Brennan while waiting for the completion of his house. That type of journalism, being the all-seeing-eye of the community has faded (though we’re happy that you’ll still find some of that in Mrs. Josephine Kaczmarek’s weekly “This and That” column on our editorial page). But detailing the personal lives of people that aren’t necessarily in the public eye is unethical journalism for the current era; I believe many people would find it far too intrusive and an invasion of their privacy to print such events in the modern day. But the Pioneer is still true to its community with local coverage each week and every day on our website. The most striking piece to the May 16, 1907 front page was a scribe on the top right side of the paper that eloquently laid out the Pioneer’s mission statement. Most of it has remained unchanged to this day with the exception of our political affiliation—we take no official stance on political views so as to report the news without bias. Here is what Mr. Wells wrote, hoping to inspire the community to remain knowledgable of what was happening around them: “With this issue the Bowman County Pioneer comes out upon the journalistic stage and makes its bow to the intelligent citizens of Bowman County, the best and most progressive county in the state of North Dakota, and as the custom now is and has been in the past, and the people have the right to demand it, that we should state the platform upon which the enterprise stands, and asks for the patronage of the people, so we will state briefly— That the Pioneer will always be MORE ON PAGE 2

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NEWS BRIEFS Weather modification week 7 update Last week’s weather in southwestern North Dakota began with warm temperatures and dry conditions. Scattered showers and thunderstorms occurred mid to late week and temperatures cooled off into the weekend for the District 1 operations area of the North Dakota Cloud Modification Project. In the District 1 operations area, which includes Bowman and part of Slope Counties, aircraft conducted operations for reconnaissance on July 14 and hail suppression on July 15. Rain enhancement operations were suspended last week in Bowman County to help with haying operations. In all, 4 flights were flown by the two project aircraft. This week begins with a warm and dry weather pattern under an upper level ridge of high pressure and then temperatures heat up into the upper 80s and low 90s by midweek with occasional chances for thunderstorms. 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.

Taylor Named as USDA State Director Sen. Heidi Heitkamp issued the following statement after the President appointed Ryan Taylor to serve as North Dakota State Director for Rural Development at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). “Almost no one understands the needs of rural communities better than Ryan,” said Heitkamp. “Growing up in Towner and continuing to work on his family’s generations-old ranch have given him a deep, personal understanding of the resources and support that can help rural communities across North Dakota thrive. He will be an asset to farmers and ranchers who will know they have someone at USDA Rural Development who is fighting for them and can find federal resources to best suit North Dakota’s needs. He will help communities effectively harness the energy growth in the state. And he will enable the federal government serve as an engine for economic growth for our Main Streets, small towns, and tribal communities. Taylor served in the North Dakota Senate from 2002-2012, serving three sessions on the Agriculture Committee. He served as minority leader during his final two years in office. In 2013, Taylor received a Bush Fellowship to examine the economy of Norway and how its successes can impact North Dakota as the state harnesses its current energy boom. Taylor is a fourth generation rancher in Towner, North Dakota.

UPCOMING EVENTS

July 25 Bowman Area Chamber of Commerce Summerfest, events throughout the day on Main Street Dakota Car Club Show Bowman All Class Reunion, events throughout the weekend at various locations City Wide Garage Sale Bowman Assembly of God Church’s 40th Anniversary Celebration — Brunch at 8 a.m. at the church Lions Medial Benefit for Gary Orcutt — 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the parking lot just south of Nodak Mutual Insurance

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Renaissance Zone to expand, giving more opportunities for city improvement

can add jobs, new businesses and residents. The program incorporates tax incentives to business and residential properties. Those incentives include up to 100 percent exemption on business income taxes, up to a $10,000 tax credit per year for five years on qualified single family homes and a 25 percent tax credit available for historic

property on the amount invested. Previous Renaissance Zone projects in Bowman include the NoDak Mutual Insurance building on First Avenue SW, Southwest Abstract on Main Street, and the downtown apartments on Main Street. Projects that are ongoing, which is only one at this time, cannot be named until they are completed. The board is now looking to add 11 new city blocks to the zone, with the subtraction of one. The area includes city blocks 5 and 6, residential area near the Bowman County building; blocks 17, 35, 36, 37, 38, 38, 63, near Bowman Inn and Suites; and blocks 70 and 71, near Bowman Sales and the Trail Motel. An existing block, block 14 which includes businesses such as Nodak Mutual Insurance, Dr. Bonnie Anderson’s dental clinic, is being removed and replaced with block 7, which includes the Cenex C-Store. Currently 24 city blocks are in the Renaissance Zone. An official vote on the board's proposed change will take place by city commissioners during an upcoming commission meeting.

as laid down by its founders, we are opposed to all forms of gang rule in state, county and city affairs and will earnestly oppose the same. It believes that the best and safest laws are those of a democratic free people their will freely and fearlessly expressed. And last but not least the Pioneer will always be for the betterment and up-building of Bowman county and the city in which it is published. With these few statements the Pioneer sincerely asks for the hearty

support of each and every one in the county of Bowman, thanking you all for your kind good will, we beg to remain yours for business. — Editor.” To Mr. Wells—wherever he is—I personally thank you for establishing a strong publication that would ultimately end up allowing me the opportunity to expand, reinvigorate and guide it into this community’s bright future. I stand true to much of what you have laid out in your decree and pledge to continue to do so going forward.

By Bryce Martin

Pioneer Editor bmartin@countrymedia.net Bowman is one step closer in giving more city blocks the opportunity to update with a pending change to its Renaissance zone. A public hearing was held during Tuesday's regular meeting of the Bowman City Commission to field any comments or concerns on the proposed zone change as a formality. There was no one in attendance. The commission waited the slated 20 minutes for the public hearing to conclude at which time Renaissance Zone Board Chairman Chuck Whitney requested the board move to the next step, which was to present a formal request for the change at an upcoming meeting. The Renaissance Zone Program is utilized by nearly 50 North Dakota cities with over 880 project applications. It works to encourage reinvestment and redevelopment in downtown areas to enhance business and improve housing; it

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potential bias in Carrington’s report. Still, Carrington’s findings were mainly positive. Doerr said she wasn’t surprised by some of the results but that they were still good to hear from a visitor’s standpoint. Laurie Dietz of the Carrington Chamber of Commerce said that prior to heading out on the road to southwest North Dakota, the group got together and discussed how they perceived Bowman. They considered it a small, rural western community with a culture based on agriculture, ranching and oil. “I thought of it as a rodeo town,” Dietz said. When the team first arrived in Bowman, their initial mission was to get a 10-minute impression of the city by quickly driving through the community, looking at its entrances,

Nodak Mutual Insurance has undergone a significant exterior renovation thanks to the incentives offered by the city’s Renaissance Zone.

downtown, business district, retail, tourism and housing. “Somebody with fresh eyes can point out something else that you might not have realized,” said Dean Ihla, tourism development manager for the North Dakota Department of Commerce, who spoke during the meeting. And a true outsider’s view is not afraid to bring up the criticism. Heading into the city from the south, the team said they found it to be clean, attractive and pleasant. From the north, it was scenic, clean and attractive. Dietz noted that it was clear the city took pride in its business’ appearances. From the west, however, Dietz took brief pause. While they immediately noticed the school’s track and field, which they said was fantastic and a very nice facility, they couldn’t help but notice scrap metal lying in the vicinity. “We felt that detracted from that particular en-

trance,” Dietz admitted. And from the east, the team said it was impressed with the Butte View Campground, Ace Hardware and Shopko. The latter, according to the group, showed growth and progress. “Bowman is a bustling town,” Dietz said, specifically calling attention to the city’s “impressive” Main Street. The group found there was an exceptional mix of store varieties, good parking on Main Street and that it was bustling. Dietz said Carrington’s downtown was sometimes quiet. They noted that Bowman’s downtown boasted adequate window display, street lighting, green space and a lot of encouragement for hometown shopping. She said they ate lunch at the Hibachi House and “were blown away” that Bowman had a Chinese restaurant and Carrington does not. Dietz glowed as she spoke about the group’s visit to the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum. “Everyone of us were blown away by the museum,” Dietz said emphatically. “A couple of us weren’t really into museums but once we got inside—totally awesome.” Dietz admitted Carrington’s museum was “a work in progress, to say the least.”

Other positive commendations that Dietz paid to the city was for its 4 Seasons Pavilion and the fairgrounds, the Rouzie Recreation Center and Pool Complex, the great indoor and outdoor rodeo facilities, an attractive school facility, excellent long-term, assisted living and basic care, the new airport, the Bowman Regional Public Library and the good condition of the city’s streets. Overall they felt that Bowman was a nice, clean community. But the objective of the LinkND program was not only to pay compliments to the city; constructive criticism was necessary to motivate ideas and betterment of the community. One suggestion Doerr paid special attention to from the group was advertising the community more to visitors. The group said that the city could enhance promotion of certain “assets” around the area such as the Bowman-Haley Dam and White Butte, two attractions that bring in yearly visitors. Two other concerns of the group was the absence of a steakhouse and bakery in the city. They also suggested the possible addition of a quilt shop. Dietz said the quilt shop in Carrington has added strong economic development and is a good tool to bring community members together. Along with the scrap metal at the corner of 11th Avenue Northwest and Highway 12, the group suggested some billboards lining the entrances of the city be updated or removed. Though Carrington’s greatest compliments focused on the people of Bowman. The city has friendly, warm, open people and great customer service. A lot of the residents expressed their pride in the community. “I felt very impressed with the people in Bowman,” Dietz said. “Our entire group said, yes, we would live in the community of Bowman.”

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This year’s Summerfest is sure to see many more people with the Bowman All Class Reunion’s events going on during the same weekend. Last year’s annual event in Bowman was one of the best, according to participants and organizers of the event. (Pioneer file photos)

Large crowds, high heat to mark this year’s Summerfest BOWMAN

n theBy Bryce Martin ou allPioneer Editor to re-bmartin@countrymedia.net tor.� is—I The streets of Bowman were filled durblish-ing last year's 15th annual Summerfest wouldcelebration. Held during the Bowman All e theClass Reunion, it’s sure to attract more oratepeople than ever this year. nity’s Despite the blustery winds, the tempermuchatures steadied around 70 degrees with ur de-the sun shining during last year’s event. do soThe National Weather Service is calling for 90-plus-degree weather with a 40 percent chance of afternoon rain showers this Saturday. Following a change in event locations from 2013, activities were at nearly all points down Main Street. The barbecue rib cook-off, to be located this year in front of Has Beens Bar, saw Jerry Wolfe of Scranton take first place. It was reported that 514 people turned out last year to feast on the seven teams’ different ribs and the traditional accoutrements of baked beans and potato salad. This year will have 12 teams. That number is set to vastly increase with a large portion from the All Class Re-

union likely to stop by for some barbecue delight. The consensus around town and from many of the event's sponsors was that last year's Summerfest was one of the best. “Things were attended better. The blow ups and dunk booth really added to it,� Cathy Hedge, executive secretary for the chamber, said last year. “Overall, I feel like it was another great year of Summerfest.�

Bowman/Slope County Social Services receives award Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) officials from the North Dakota Department of Human Services recently presented Bowman/Slope County Social Service staff with a performance award for completing the required number of SNAP case file reviews in federal fiscal year 2014. Department officials presented the award during the annual Showcase training and recognition event held in Bismarck, N.D. last month. “One of the most successful tools in attaining and maintaining high

payment accuracy is a good case review system,� said North Dakota SNAP Director Arlene Dura. “This award demonstrates a county’s strong commitment to program accuracy and timely issuance of food assistance benefits.� County Social Service Director Shonda Schwartz, Arlene Ferrell, Sheryll Ford, Wanda Lutes, and Marilyn McKitrick received the award. The department also presented a recognition certificate to regional representative Nancy Dukart, who is employed by the state agency.

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Now and Then THE 2015 BOWMAN ALL CLASS REUNION

To commemorate a small bit of Bowman's past for the visiting Bowman alumni and local history buffs, we've compiled old photographs from around the city, notably of Main Street, from various time periods. We've mashed those up with our own photos of what that exact spot (or almost exact spot) looks like today. (Modern day photos by Bryce Martin | Pioneer)

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(Above left) A few Bowman Bulldogs stand in front of their van decorated to motivate the teams to victory. (Above right) The very first known graduate of Bowman High School, Margaret Schied holds her diploma after graduation in 1913.

spend the evening chatting then depart back to their homes and separate lives. Their brief visit to their pasts would be complete, at least for another several years. Kelly’s idea for this year’s reunion, the first in 15 years, began as a small, informal gathering of Bowman alumni. Something he would pay for himself. That’s the farthest thing from this weekend’s reunion. Chuck Stebbins of Bowman came on board and helped set a date for the reunion. It would be held during the busy weekend of Bowman’s annual Summerfest, July 24 to July 26. They would be able to capitalize on the assorted events that Summerfest has to offer. And the event list began to grow after that.

(Above left) The Bowman High School Baseball team of 1915 in a team photo. (Above) The very first Bowman High School band, with four students. (Left) Some Bowman Bulldogs together on Main Street.

A look at the wide range of reunion events

Friday, July 24 ■ Prom and Registra-

tion Set-Up — 9 a.m. start to early afternoon at the Rouzie Rec Center BHS All Class Reunion Registration starting at 10 a.m. at the Rouzie Rec Center [Freewill Donation to the Reunion Fund (for next time around)] The city would like to have participants register in order to use as a reference for planning future reunions. ■ Celebration of Art — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bowman Regional Public Library The Prairie Rose Art Association and the Bowman Regional Public Library invite you to celebrate the creative spirit of the community. Alumni and local area artists display their masterpieces for all to enjoy and/or purchase. ■ Walk the Community Tour — 1 p.m. at the Rouzie Rec Center (It’s free) Enjoy a leisurely stroll down the streets to the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum. About one mile of walking. For more information contact Chuck Whitney at (701) 523-5992. ■ Sweetwater Golf Scramble — 4-man scramble beginning at 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. $20 per person Entry Fee that includes green fee and prize contribution. Contact Don Groll, clubhouse/course manager, at (701) 523-6300 for more information. ■ Say ‘Yes’ to the Dress — 7 p.m. at the Rouzie Rec Center Do you have any old dresses, suits or uniforms to display? Tag them with a bit of history and display them at the Rec Center. Any vintage clothing can be dropped off at Don Nordgren’s, 301 3rd St SW. Please be sure all items are labeled with the year, etc., and include full names and phone number

to reach to return. Please remember to pick up your items from the Rouzie Rec Center, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. ■ Silent Trophy Auction — Rouzie Rec Center At the All-School Reunion you will have an opportunity to bid and take home a trophy from your childhood. All trophies will be displayed at the Rouzie Rec Center

theme is There’s No Place Like Home from “The Wizard of Oz.” Help us decorate Friday, morning and afternoon and it will be another great opportunity to visit. Kick-start the weekend by arriving decked out at the Old Gym, visit and dance a bit, and find out where your classmates are meeting the rest of the weekend.

to 7:30 p.m. ■ City Wide Garage Sales — 8 a.m. to early afternoon. ■ Scavenger Hunt — 10 a.m. is the reading of the first clue at the Rouzie Rec Center Show your class spirit. Get together with classmates to solve riddles, collect items, and win prizes. A fun way to explore the community.

One block north of Eats and Treats, 407 4th St SW. The Langlees will have an open house at Gene Langlee’s house for anyone who worked for Gene’s Restaurant or Joes Lunch. Gene is very much looking forward to seeing you. The Langlees will all be there to visit. ■ Crystal Bar Beer Garden and Live Music — Music by Moments

City Park Dakota Territory Collector Car Club would like to see your classic automobile at the allclass reunion. Contact Karen Salter: 701-2603943 or Duane Hill: 701-523-5953 for more information. ■ Unique Antique Car Museum — (Marmarth) Open to the public. $10 admission Approximately 50 vehicles on display ranging from a 1902 Oldsmobile to a 1957 Chevy. Large collection of memorabilia also on display including thousands of pictures of the area and its inhabitants over the years. The museum is home to the largest collection of Pro Rodeo pictures in the state. Jim (J.D.) Van Horn - owner, Janice Abraham - technical advisor. (701) 279-5904.

Sunday, July 26 ■ Twin Buttes Hike — 8 Bowman County High School has been busy setting up for the All School Reunion. Here they’re hanging a large poster in the school that alumni can sign. with Bid sheets starting Friday, July 24 through Saturday, July 25. All Bidders must register at the Rouzie Rec Center by providing your name and address. Trophies must be picked up and paid for by Sunday, July 26, 5 p.m. All the proceeds from this silent auction will go toward Bowman Parks and Recreation building projects and improvements. ■ Outrageous Prom DoOver — Rouzie Recreation Center (Old Gym) Open to the Public. Meet & Greet Social with Honored Guests from 7 to 9 p.m. Grand March at 9 p.m. Dance from 9 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. A Prom for Everyone. Singles Welcome! Live Music by Moments Notice. Optional Attire: Formal, Retro, Vintage, Costume, Casual. The

Saturday, July 25 ■ After-Party Clean-up

— 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Rouzie Rec Center ■ BHS 5K Walk/Run — 7 a.m. at the Lions Picnic Shelter, north of James Field (Old football field). It’s free. A drawing for prizes and local artwork. Jumpstart your day with a 5K walk/run on Bowman’s walk path. Register at Rouzie Rec Center on Friday. Contact Chuck Whitney at 701-523-5992. ■ Scenic Motorcycle Ride — 8 a.m. meet at the Frontier Travel Center. Route is Bowman to Scranton to Ludlow to Haley Dam, and north to Bowman. Contact Shane Biggs at 701 440-1463. ■ Sweetwater Golf Scramble — 4-man scramble beginning at 7:30 a.m.

Sign your class/team up during registration, Friday, July 24. Pick up your first clue promptly at 10 a.m., Saturday, at the Rouzie Rec Center. ■ Bowman County School Tour and Open House — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bowman School Commons Area A formal tour of BCHS including the new addition connecting the high school to the elementary school. ■ Coffee and Cookies Social — 2 to 4 p.m. at the Bowman School Commons Area Hosted by Lenore (Stebbins) Burke. ■ Celebration of Art — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bowman Regional Public Library ■ Gene Langlee Open House — 2 to 4 p.m.

Notice. ■ Summerfest 2015 on Main Street — All Day. It’s Bowman’s downtown block party. 3 on 3 Basketball tournament at 9:30 am. Two bouncy slides, one wet and one dry. The Pioneer Trails Regional Museum will have free admission and $2 Root beer floats. The Bowman Police Department will have two cars on display for the kids to sit in and try on gear. Sidewalk sales will run throughout the day. The annual Rib Cook Off will also be under full swing with 12 cookers participating this year. The Ribfest will begin at 5 p.m. The Community Band will be playing during Ribfest. The Street Dance will begin at 8:30 p.m. ■ Classic Auto Show — 11 a.m. at the Bowman

a.m. meet at the Lions Picnic Shelter, North of James Field (old football field). Wear some good walking shoes. For more information contact Chuck Whitney at 701523-5992. ■ All Faiths Church Service — Non-denominational Service beginning at 10 a.m. inside the Solberg Gymnasium ■ Bowman County Airport Open House and Fly-In — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch available for Free-Will Offering. Static Displays. Airplane rides offered. Come celebrate the opening of Bowman County’s new airport. The 5,700-foot runway makes it the longest small airport runway in the state. For more information call Rodney Schaaf, former Delta Airlines pilot and president of the Bowman County Airport Authority, at (701) 275-6352 or Brent Kline, airport manager, at (701) 440-7449.

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A glimpse into Bowman history

(Above) Bowman’s first school house. The “old sod schoolhouse” was the first school buildI g ing in Bowman. The building was used from January 1908 to January 1909. Thirty students Bowm were enrolled that year, under the instruction of Miss Kingsbury. Eden eight and (Above) The late Bowman County Coach Vernon Reinhiller, left, walks onto the field with Schoo Coach Terry Zander, right. 1985. tende reuni taking penin Coun fair b fond years was g with also relati durin to see life is value still c It’s th hands years terda Bowm In t (Above) It was clearly a difficult sight to witness. The Bowman High School burst into flames specti surro as a result of an electric fire on Dec. 4, 1978. Thankfully no one was hurt. many as I w childh realit my h Bowm my cl fair. G wond Coun (Above) The tumbling team. above stand the n and o aroun contr flat s grain count turnin the gr all th iously above As I man once took as I the m butte the lu showe daybr (Above left) The Bowman High School marching band makes its way through the street of Bowman in 1957 during the fall fair parade. The photo is looking west, with the old Catholic Church my b one block to the west. (Above right) DON’T GET CAUGHT! A group of Bowman High School students head down to Hill City in 1957 for senior class skip day. with was o

Bowman Business listings, circa 1957

The following businesses were listed as in operation as of 1957: ■ Abstract Office ■ Amundson & Amundson ■ Anderson Trailer Service ■ Babyland ■ Bell Telephone Company ■ Bennett Drug Store ■ Bill & Elmer Crawford, Cement Contractors ■ Bowman Auto Glass ■ Bowman Cleaners ■ Bowman Co-op Credit Union ■ Bowman County Pioneer ■ Bowman Creamery ■ Bowman Furniture Store ■ Bowman Implement Company ■ Bowman Lumber Company ■ Bowman Sales & Service ■ Bowman Wheel Alignment ■ Byrne’s Law Office ■ Carl Halm Electric ■ Carstens Zempel Company ■ Carter Service Station (Art & Ed Hochhalter) ■ Carter Transport ■ Chicago, St. Paul & Minn. Depot ■ Clara Lincoln Hotel ■ Clarence & Art Hinkley, Contractors

■ Davis & Steig Agency ■ Dr. B. Theigs, Dentist ■ Dr. L. E. Beylund ■ East-side Barber Shop ■ Eddie’s Repair Shop ■ Emery Peters Trucking ■ Farmers Union Co-op Store ■ Farmers Union Elevator ■ Farmers Union Oil Company ■ Ferguson’s Frozen Foods ■ Gamble Stores, Inc ■ H. & H. Drilling Company ■ Hank’s Motel ■ Harris’ Drilling ■ Harry & Donald Nordgren, Dray ■ Herb’s Recreation ■ Hide & Fur Company ■ Hilton Chevrolet Body Shop ■ Hilton Chevrolet Company ■ Home Base Auction Company ■ J.C. Penney Company ■ James Store ■ Jens Jenson Brick Layer ■ Joe Stinchfield Ditch Digging ■ Joe’s Lunch ■ Leitgeb & Johnson Buick Garage ■ Lorenz Garage ■ Lou’s Standard Station ■ Lucky Star Café ■ Mandal’s Service Station ■ Mann’s Automotive Supply ■ McKennett Elevator

■ Melaney’s Wool House ■ Meyer’s Optometrist ■ Mihulka Jewelry ■ Mike’s Radiator Shop ■ Mobil Bulk ■ Montana Dakota Utilities ■ National Aluminite Corporation ■ Ohm Funeral Home ■ Osborne McMillan Elevation Co. ■ Pete’s Implement Exchange ■ Pond’s Implement ■ Pool Hall ■ R.T.A. Office ■ Red Owl Store ■ Rippe Oil Company ■ Rudy’s Bar ■ Sheets Implement ■ Silver Dollar Bar ■ Snyders ■ Sorenson’s Blacksmith ■ Standard Bulk ■ Standard Service Station (Pete Storlie) ■ Standard Station on U.S. No. 12 ■ Stark Radio Shop ■ Stebbins Bros. Trucking Line ■ Stegner’s Implement ■ Stone Electric Service ■ Stone Implement ■ Stuber’s Farm & Ranch ■ Super Valu ■ Texaco Bulk Station ■ Texaco Service Station ■ The Bee & Jay Store ■ The Bowman Drug Store ■ The Bowman Theater ■ The City Produce

(Above) It’s a REAL LIFE ‘SANDLOT’! Like out of the 1993 film, a group of youngsters from Bowman County take a photo as they play baseball. (Below) Some of the city’s “tastemakers—Martin Steiner, Leroy Finek, Norman Thorson and George Weiler—sit around a table at Gene’s Cafe, Bowman’s former Main Street restaurant, and play cards and discuss “business.” Company ■ The Crystal Bar ■ The First National Bank ■ The New Park Hotel ■ The Tub ■ Torkelson & Morland ■ Tri-State Clinic ■ Uttech’s Bootery ■ Variety Store ■ Voss’s Cabinet Shop ■ West River Trading Post ■ West-side Barber Shop (Harvey Johnson) ■ Western Lumber Company ■ Windy’s Bar ■ Wokal Auto Company

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Balloon trip brings back memories of Bowman By Casey Heupel I grew up southeast Bowman and attended Eden Country School all eight elementary grades and then Bowman High School, graduating in 1985. Last weekend I attended our 30-year class reunion and really enjoyed taking in some of the happenings of the Bowman County Fair. The county fair brought back many fond memories of my years in 4-H and FFA. It was great to visit not only with my classmates but also with family friends, relatives, and neighbors during the fair. I am glad to see that the small town life is still thriving and the values that shaped me are still common in Bowman. It’s that wave, smile, and handshake that makes the years seem like it was yesterday since I last lived in Bowman. In taking on a new perspective of Bowman and surrounding countryside, many may have seen me as I was able to make my childhood dream become reality as I returned to fly my hot air balloon over Bowman and also take in my class reunion and the fair. Growing up, I always wondered what Bowman Country looked like from above. The Twin Buttes standing prominently on the north side of Bowman and other buttes jutting up around the county to add contrast to the otherwise flat skyline. The towering grain elevators and dusty county roads. The fields turning different colors as the grains ripen. These are all things that I was anxiously awaiting to see from above. As I launched from Bowman High School, the once familiar landscape took on a whole new look as I climbed higher into the morning sun. The tall buttes shrunk in size as the lush green landscape showed long shadows at daybreak. The silence of my balloon as it drifted with the wind over town was only interrupted when

Heupel’s Back to the Future Balloon — Casey Heupel of West Glacier, Mont., a former Bowman County native, brought his spectacular hot air balloon to Bowman over the weekend of the Bowman County Fair. Casey Heupel and his instructor, Joe Zvada, traveling at 7,000 feet above the ground in Flathead Valley, Mont. (Inset) A picturesque view of the city of Bowman from high above in the balloon. (Submitted photos) I had to operate the burners to add heat to the balloon and also from dogs barking below. I gently ascended to 6,000 feet (3,000 above ground level) to take in all of Bowman and the rest of Bowman County with views north to Slope County, west to Baker, south to the Cave Hills, and east to Scranton and Hettinger. I would say that I had the best view on Saturday and Sunday mornings! My landings were a little breezy as my balloon and basket slid to a stop east of town both mornings and I am very appreciative to my chase crew that drove my truck and helped to pack the balloon up so that I may once again take to the air sometime soon. I am currently in the process of getting my pilots license and have been signed off to solo which

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■ Kristie Jacobson of Bowman was a winning entry for quilting during the North Dakota State Fair in Minot over the weekend.

means that until I get my private pilot’s license; I can’t take any passengers. I do want to share the experience of flight in a hot air balloon with others and look forward to the day when I come back home to Bowman with my pilots license and share that experience with others. This has been a childhood dream for me since I was 8 or 9 years old so for those

■ Ken Maher of Indio, Calif., formerly of Bowman County, has been given Paid Up For Life (PUFL) Membership by the Salton Sea Beach American Legion. This award was given to recognize his leadership in sending students to the California Boys State Program. of you who think that your dreams can’t come true, hold onto them and someday they just may! (Submitted by Casey Heupel, West Glacier, Mont.)

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Say Anything By Rob Port Guest Columnist

Stark County’s intolerance Here’s something to make you think about how you use social media. On Thursday night last week I found myself talking to a man who told me that I’d made his mother cry. The man was Fargo resident Kirk Ludwig who found himself the target of hundreds of Facebook comments calling him a pervert and suggesting he be arrested and even physically harmed. The reason I made his mother cry was because she saw me defending her son on Chris Berg’s 6:30 Point of View program on Fargo’s KVLY television station. “I wanted to thank you,” Ludwig told me. “Nobody else was sticking up for me.” The genesis for this controversy was Ludwig’s decision to spend a weekday lunch hour in Fargo’s Island Park snapping some pictures near the public pool. Ludwig is a photography enthusiast who says he sometimes even gets paid to take pictures, but that day he was confronted by a man who accused him of photographing women and children in the park and demanded to see his camera. That man, who I also spoke with, was Jed Felix. He told me he was convinced that Ludwig was acting inappropriately. After taking photographs of his own of Ludwig’s face and vehicle Felix posted them on Facebook with an angry comment, saying he told Ludwig he would “smash his camera” if he continued taking pictures. Felix then said he went to a movie with his wife only to come out a couple of hours later to find that his post had gone viral. It was shared over 4,500 times and garnered hundreds of comments from people assuming the worst of Ludwig’s actions. They called him names. They suggested he was a sex predator. They suggested that he be beaten up. Even a law enforcement officer got in on the hate. “Somebody should have stomped his guts out,” Clay County (Moorhead) Deputy Jason Hicks wrote. Hicks is currently under investigation by his department

for the comment. But here’s the thing: Out of all the people who were outraged by the supposed threat to public safety represented by Ludwig, not one of them called the police. Felix confronted Ludwig about 1:00pm. The timestamp on Felix’s Facebook post was 1:13pm. The police weren’t alerted of the situation until around 4:00pm according to Fargo Deputy Chief Joe Anderson. The person who finally contacted law enforcement? Kirk Ludwig who, as you can probably imagine, was absolutely terrified that he had become the target of a digital lynch mob. Think about that for a moment. Out of all the people on social media who thought Ludwig was enough of a public threat to be arrested, or maybe even beaten on the spot, not one person thought to actually, you know, call the police. Except for Ludwig himself who didn’t break any laws in that park, though that didn’t stop Fargo Police, perhaps swayed by the heavy social media reaction, from banning him from park property anyway on legally dubious grounds. This sort of thing has become all too common in our society. We have democratized communication, which means that one needn’t be a television reporter or a newspaper editor to share news and opinions with a mass audience. That’s a good thing in many ways. This humble observer makes a very good living writing for an online audience. Yet there is a dark side as well. Social media has become something of an outrage machine. A place we go to satisfy a morbid and perverse desire to be made angry about things so that we may exercise indignant and self righteous attitudes. Very often forgetting that we often aren’t getting the full story, or even an accurate story, and that the people or groups we are inveighing against are human beings with lives and families and a right to be treated justly. By the time I spoke to Ludwig, two days after his run-in with Felix, he told me that he had been suspended from his day job and that the controversy was putting a strain on his marriage. That’s a travesty, and there’s a lesson in it for all of us. Think before you share. Try to understand before you judge.

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There will not be much news this week as it has been very sad for me and my family. My brother Clem Schaaf was hit by a train on July 16th, Thursday. He was on his way home from Rod’s to get a wrench to fix the mower. Pam and John had left for Madison, Wis., to attend the big, motor

coach convention. They got as far as Glen Ullin and got word about the accident, so they turned around and came back. Friday, Pam and John came and got me and took me out to see my sister-in-law Maggie. She is not well so Betty took her to the hospital. I hope and pray that she will get better soon, as the funeral is Tuesday afternoon. The kids were all home except Randy who had left Denver real early Friday morning. Two nephews Bernie and Vi, and Leon Schaaf and niece Janet Franckowiak from Oregon got here

for you to decide. Which may or may not have contributed to not noticing a full bale and continuing my forward progress until I had a three hundred dollar break down. As I explained to the parts man what had happened, he nodded knowingly. BUI! Baling under the influence. After a two hundred mile trip for repairs, the next day i am baling again. And I finish this field up! I am caught up with the cutter for the first time in two weeks! And I head for home with the baler. I am right by a neighbors yard as I kick out the last bale. This baler has made three hundred bales and not missed cutting the twine on one bale! I pull into the shop at home and walk around the baler. A taut twine is sticking out the back. Not serious. It probably just started dragging. I tug on it. It is tight. I tug harder. It doesn’t come a bit. There are 40000 feet in a bale of twine. I didn’t use it all but if you leave my shop and follow that

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Friday, noon. This is the second brother that I lost by a train. On May 13, 1946, I lost a little seven year old brother riding to school with his teacher at Buffalo Springs and a navy troop train hit them. The teacher, Carl Launer, lived but was badly broken up. Clem was in the Navy at the time. My company this past week was Ada Heinrich, Deanna Heinrich, Melody Pearson, Jim and Ardis Hestekin, Bud Lewison, Bud Hetland, Father David Morman, Theresa Berg, Alda Berg,

twine, you will end up at the last bale I made right by a neighbors driveway! As we say in the airline industry, pilot error. But I feel fortunate compared to another friend. When you operate new machinery, many people read the operators manual. Many people, not all people. This guy kind of glanced through the manual. On his new baler it recommended putting corn starch on this rubber roller to keep your net wrap from being grabbed and wrapping around this roller. I suppose baby powder would work as well to keep it slick and prevent a frustratingly wrapped up roller. This friend had glanced at the operating instructions and didn’t really read them. He went up to the house and got a bottle of corn syrup and poured over that rubber roller. That my friend, is another prime example of “pilot error”. Happy haying friends and neighbors! Later, Dean

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OBITUARIES Clemens “Clem” Schaaf, 89 Clem F. Schaaf, 89, passed away on July 16, 2015 near his farm in rural Bowman County, North Dakota. Funeral services for Clem were held at 1 p.m. July 21, 2015 at the St. Charles Catholic Church in Bowman. The service will be officiated by Father David Morman. The viewing service was held at 7 p.m. July 20, 2015 at St. Charles Catholic Church. Clem F. Schaaf was born on Sept. 18, 1925, in southwest North Dakota to Val (Sr.) and Barbara Schaaf. He was the youngest of four children until

Schaaf his little brother Bernie was born. When Clem was 17 years old “he heeded the call to service” during World War II. Clem was inducted into the U.S. Navy on May 24, 1943, and served until he was honorably discharged on May 29, 1946. Clem served

aboard two different naval vessels during his tour of duty. He served aboard the USS Tomahawk and later aboard the USS Golden City. Clem participated in numerous Pacific campaigns during his years in the Navy. His operational cruises included Ulith, the Carolina Islands, Eniwetok Island, the Marshall Islands, Kerama Island, and Okinawa. Clem often talked about his ship being anchored near the Battleship USS Missouri during the signing of the Japanese surrender at the end of hostilities in the Pacific Theatre of Action. Clem was very proud of his military service and passed that patriotism along to his family.

Throughout his military service, Clem never lost his love of home and family. During the war, he once wrote a letter home to his parents in which he commented, “When I get home, I will never leave Buffalo Springs again!” He held true to that statement! After his military service, Clem returned to the Bowman area to pursue farming which was his lifelong passion. Farming was definitely his calling in life. Clem met the love of his life in Fryburg in 1948. Clem and Maggie (Heiser) Schaaf were married on May 17, 1949. At the time of Clem’s death, they had been married for 66 years. Clem and Mag-

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gie are the parents of six children: Rod (Bowman), Bob (Bowman), Betty (Gillette, Wyo.), Richard (Mandan), Marie (died at birth), and Randy (Mead, Colo.). Family was always a priority on the Schaaf Farm!! Clem and Maggie also enjoyed many wonderful years being a part of “the neighborhood” (Talbot Township) and they would often comment how lucky they were to have such great neighbors. They were truly blessed with the finest neighbors that anybody could ask for! They always extended a helping hand to anybody who needed it, and in return, they were also the recipients of helping hands from their

neighbors. Clem was preceded in death by his father, Val Schaaf Sr., his mother, Barbara Schaaf, his sister Elizabeth Hecker, his brother Val Schaaf, and his brother, Bernie Schaaf. Clem is survived by his wife, Maggie Schaaf, his sister Josephine Kaczmarek of Bowman, his son Rodney (and Maggie) Schaaf of Bowman, his son Robert Schaaf of Bowman, his daughter Betty (and Larry) Hansen of Gillette, Wyo., his son Richard (and Janet) of Mandan, and his son Randy (and Lisa) Schaaf of Mead, Colo. Clem is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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■ Sacred Heart Catholic Church Scranton 1st, 3rd & 5th Saturday - 4:30 p.m. Saturday Mass 2nd & 4th Sunday - 8:30 a.m. Sunday Mass

■Amidon Lebanon- Worship Lutheran8- a.m. 8 a.m. ■ worship with two exceptions: First Lutheran of Rhame -5 p.m. supper and 6 p.m.a.m. worship, Worship 10:15 ■ Bethany JulyLutheran 19 and Aug. of 2Rhame ■ Bethany Lutheran Worship 9 a.m.- 9 a.m. worship followedSwanson by coffee Pastor Charles ■ First Lutheran - 10:30 a.m.

■ Bethlehem Lutheran Church ■ Scranton Lutheran worship. Potluck following worship of Ludlow, LCMC Pastor Peterson on JulyMary 12 and Aug. 9 Sunday - Adult Bible Study at 701-275-6977 ■ Scranton Lutheran Parish 3:45 p.m. and worship at 53 p.m., Sunday, June2622- 9:30 - 8 a.m., St. Sunday, July a.m. All followed by potluck fellowship. John’s Worship; 9:30 a.m., Peace Parish Worship at Peace, Margee Little Missouri Lutheran Church, Worship; 10:30 a.m.,Special Special Witti Service Leader; worship at 9 a.m. followed by Congregationalmeeting Meeting, congregational at Peace Peace coffee time Friday, June 27 8 p.m., AA, Lutheran following service, regarding Peace Church pastoral candidate Mary ■ Break Forth Bible Church Sunday, - 8 a.m., St. Friday, JulyJune 31 - 829p.m., AA, Peace Pastors Rusty & Christa Phalen John’s Worship; 9:30 a.m., Peace Church 614 N. Earling Sunday, Aug.Worship 2 - 8 a.m. Worship At Miles City, MT 59330 Haley’ Galen Strand Service Leader; (406) 234-4572 9:30 a.m. Worship at Peace, Galen www.breakforthbiblechurch. Strand Service Leader com Bible Study meets every Wednesday night at Bowman County Public Library from 6:15 Using your Gold Crown card is a p.m. to 7 p.m. rewarding experience! Dakota Prairie Lutheran Parish: Greg & Janie Wolf ■ Bowman Lutheran - Worship Worship Times PO BOX 197 • Bowman, ND 58623 9:30 a.m. ■ Bowman Lutheran - 9:30 a.m. ► For changes to the church directory, 701-523-3233 • 1-800-663-3233 ■ Lebanon Lutheran of worship followed by coffee please contact the Pioneer at (701) 523-5623

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109 S. Main. Digital Contract Documents are also available from QuestCDN and can be accessed from the Brosz Engineering website at www.broszeng.com under the “Bid Information” page. The cost for downloaded (electronic) plans is $20. The official Plan Holders list can be viewed for the project on the QuestCDN website. Only electronic plan holders downloaded via QuestCDN will receive addendum notifications. Contractors using any other means for obtaining plans and specifications must periodically check the QuestCDN website for any addenda.

separate bids are required. Failure to disclose this information prior to the opening of the bid shall be reason for rejection of the bid. Bids may be filed with the Bowman County Auditor during normal office hours or hand carried to the meeting prior to the scheduled bid opening, as specified above. No bidder shall withdraw his bid for at least 30 days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids. Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid bond in a sum equal to five (5) percent of the full amount of the bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. The bidder shall submit a Bid Bond payable to Bowman County. The bid security is a guarantee that the bidder, if awarded the contract, will enter into a contract for the work described in the contract documents. The bid security of the three (3) lowest bidders will be retained until the contract has been awarded and executed, but no longer than 30 days after the opening of bids. The successful bidder will be required to furnish contract Performance and Payment Bonds, each in the full amount of the contract. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. Dated this 7th day of July, 2015 as authorized by Bowman County on July 7th 2015

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work and projects including the gym floor maintenance and asphalt crack pouring. The board also discussed the Marco printer service agreement and cloud data storage through Marco.

Looking For Junk Cars Will Buy: Junk cars and scrap metal. Please call 701-928-0325. Please leave a message. (TFN)

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Beautiful nearly new ranch home with great view. Located on 12 acres just south of Hettinger, ND. At Century 21 Morrison, 201 West Front Ave, Bismarck ND For Details. Call Dave (701-3914989). (8/7)

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Experienced tubing tester/sales well service. Experience helpful. Class B CDL. Wages negotiable depending on experience. Health, dental and vision insurance. Sign-on bonus. Call 800-291-7550 or 701-260-3112 or send resume to campbelltesting@yahoo.com. 8/12 Utility contractor looking for year round experienced high-voltage lineman and apprentice lineman. Line operators and truck drivers with Class A or B CDL preferred. Mechanic and ground men with a valid driver’s license. Work located out of state. Traveling required. Needs ambition. 1-800669-5496 7/31

stateWide CLassifieds HELP WANTED CHS - M & M Coop, Yuma CO is seeking a qualified General Manager. This is a multi-location grain shuttle, energy and LLC agronomy cooperative with sales of $150 million. Successful agricultural business management experience desired. To Apply: http://tinyurl.com/p3lnvqx -- For more info contact Larry Fuller, 701-220-9775 or Email larry.fuller@chsinc.com THE CITY OF RUGBY is seeking an Executive Development Director. Salary is negotiable with experience. Send resume to: Rugby Job Authority PO Box 136, Rugby, ND 58368. No Phone Calls. SOUTH CENTRAL GRAIN and Energy at Fairfax MN is seeking a qualified General Manager. This is a multi-location grain shuttle, feed, energy and agronomy cooperative with sales of $300 million. Successful agricultural business management experience desired. To Apply: http:// tinyurl.com/pk77dz7 -- For more info contact Larry Fuller, 701220-9775 or Email larry.fuller@ chsinc.com WANTED: MATH TEACHER for grades 7-12 starting August 2015 at Larimore Public School. For more information, call 701-3432366 or go to www.larimorek12. org/job-openings.html BASEBALL COACH - LAKE Region State College, Devils Lake 10-month benefited position or part-time, non-benefitted. This coaching position will be combined with a teaching or administrative contract for a full-time benefitted status or may be a stand-alone part-time position. For more information see our website at lrsc.edu. NORTHWEST AREA SCHOOLS is in need of instructors for the following two positions: Computer Aided Drafting / Manufacturing and Hospitality & Tourism / Culinary Arts 1. These two positions are for high school level programs in Northwest South Dakota. Competitive wage, benefits and car provided. Open until filled. Contact Quinn Lenk, Northwest Area Schools, 605-466-2206 or Quinn. Lenk@k12.sd.us PRECISION AG / FARM Mgmt Program Coordinator- Lake Region State College, Devils Lake Fulltime, full benefits. Salary depending on experience. For more information see our website at lrsc.edu. $500 SIGN ON BONUS! Paying Top Dollar for Concrete Laborers, Finishers AND Foreman. Paid Vacation Incentive and Other Benefits Available. Call 701-5957305 or go to www.northlandce. com and submit your application online. CENTRAL N.D. DIRT and field drain tile contractor seeking dependable individual. Full time employment. Must have good operator and mechanical skills.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT HERITAGE HILLS APARTMENTS. Summer Move-In Specials. Affordable Senior Living for Adults 55+. 2585 Dakota Blvd, Dickinson, ND. Rents starting at $352/mth. Call 701-225-3120, EHO. BUSINESSES FOR SALE FOR SALE: City Center Motel, Devils Lake, ND. 24 units, attached apartment. Located in busy tourism area. Selling due to ill health. Call 701-662-4918. CROSSROADS FAMILY RESTAURANT, Buildings, Lot 250’x190’. Located at the Junction of Hwy 1 and 5 Langdon, ND. Business owned and operated since 1978. Also Catering and Concession Trailers, fully equipped. 1-Ton Cube 2009 pull truck. George 701-370-8291. HOUSES FOR SALE UPDATED, REFURBISHED 2 story house. Large entertaining areas inside & out. Generous master suite. 3 full baths, bonus room over garage, in Jamestown, ND 701-952-7353. REAL ESTATE FOR SALE NORTH DAKOTA FARMLAND values are at all-time highs! Contact Kevin Pifer 701-238-5810 (kpifer@pifers.com) for Free Farmland Valuation Land Auctions & Farmland Management Services. www.pifers.com LAKE LOTS FOR SALE LAKE LOTS, WALFORD Bay, Devils Lake, ND - Treed, Lake Access, Views, Very Nice. Call Amy Nikolaisen, Can-Do Auction & Real Estate, 701-303-0392, www.candoauctions.com. GREAT LAKE PROPERTIES with several common areas including walking trails, private boat ramps, pan fish pond, disc golf, community garden and more! www.shoresoftimberridge. com or 605-949-0394 TRACTORS/ TRAILERS FOR SALE 42 FOOT BELLY DUMP, 2016 Model, 3 axle with rear lift, air ride, rear push block. Call Precision Equipment Mfg. 800-2375161 / 701-237-5161. www.precisionequipmfg.com MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE LOOKING FOR THE most complete listing of ND Media? ND Media Guide. Only $25! Call (701) 223-6397, NDNA. YOUR 25-WORD classified ad can now appear in every ND newspaper! Only $150! NorthSCAN is the answer. Contact your newspaper for placement. ANNOUNCEMENTS THANK YOU ALL for everything; phone calls, food, prayers, flowers, money, memorials, the ambulance crew, Nelson Funeral Home (Fessenden), Pastor Shirley, Luncheon Ladies, Unterseher Ladies for singing. The day we laid Samantha to rest we found out how many lives she touched. Words will never be enough!! Boone, Tracey, Lucas, & Grace Maxwell. MISCELLANEOUS HAVE A NEWS release or other information that needs to reach all ND newspapers? ND Newspaper Association can help! One call does it all. (701) 223-6397.

LegaLs PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER JULY 10, 17 & 24, 2015 SECTION 00100 INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given, that separate sealed bids for the construction of ____2015 SEWER MAIN REHABILITATION___will be received by the CITY OF BOWMAN COMMISSION, BOWMAN, North Dakota at the office of_______ CITY FINANCE OFFICER, 101 1ST STREET NE; P.O. BOX 12, BOWMAN, North Dakota until 2:00 p.m., local time on July 27, 2015, and then publicly opened and read aloud. The project consists of: the rehabilitation of sanitary sewer mains via Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) along with sewer manhole rehabilitation. Approximate lengths of pipe to be rehabilitated include 3,616 LF of 8 inch, 1,823 LF of 10 inch, 10,182 LF of 12 inch, and 803 LF of 15 inch. Forty seven (47) sanitary sewer manholes to be improved via corrosion resistant underlayment and epoxy topcoating. The complete set of Contract Documents, including drawings and specifications, is on file with the Owner at the City Hall and the office of Brosz Engineering, Inc.

In addition, the Drawings and Project Manual may also be examined at the following locations: Builder’s Exchange – Billings, MT; Rapid City, SD; & Dickinson, ND The City of Bowman reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and waive any defects therein. Disabled persons needing assistance, please contact the City of Bowman at least 72 hours before the services are required. For more information or for complaints about ADA compliance, call 701-523-3309 . Dated at Bowman, North Dakota 7th Day of July, 2015 Peggy Allen, City Finance Officer City of Bowman Bowman, North Dakota

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Sealed bids will be received by Bowman County, North Dakota at the Offices of the County Commissioners, Bowman County Court House, 104 First Street Northwest, Suite 1, Bowman, North Dakota, until 10:00 a.m., August 4, 2015, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud for furnishing all labor, materials, and all else necessary for the construction of County Courthouse, South Landscape and Grading, Bowman County, North Dakota. Bids shall be upon basis of each payment for the following major estimated quantities: Landscape Plantings Rock Mulch Seeding

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The proposed work specified in the contract documents must be substantially complete by October 9, 2015 and entirely completed by October 16, 2015. The contract documents are on file and may be examined at the following locations: Office of the County Auditor, Bowman County, North Dakota Ulteig Engineers, Inc., Bismarck, North Dakota All bids shall be made on the bid packet included in the project manual. A complete digital copy of the drawings and project manual, pursuant to which labor, materials, or services must be furnished, is available at www.ulteig.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $20.00 by inputting the Quest Project No. 3999351 on our website’s homepage (located under Bidding Documents). Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952-2331632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in downloading and working with the digital project information. Bidders may also obtain hard copies of the drawings and project manual from the issuing office of Ulteig Engineers, Inc., 1412 Basin Avenue, Bismarck, North Dakota 58504 upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $50.00. All bids shall be made on the bidding documents included in the project manual. A Bid shall be received no later than the date and time prescribed and at the place indicated in the advertisement or invitation to bid and shall be enclosed in a plainly marked package with the Project title, the name and address of Bidder, acknowledging addendums if applicable. Per North Dakota Century Code 48-01.2-05 bids shall be accompanied, IN A SEPARATE SEALED ENVELOPE ATTACHED TO THE BID PACKAGE, by the Bid security and CONTRACTOR LICENSE. If a Bid is sent by mail or other delivery system, the sealed envelope containing the Bid shall be enclosed in a separate package plainly marked on the outside with the notation “BID ENCLOSED.” Per North Dakota Century Code 48-01.2-06 if individual general, electrical or mechanical portions of the bid exceed $100,000.00 separate bids are required. Bidder shall include IN A SEPARATE SEALED ENVELOPE ATTACHED TO THE BID PACKAGE, notice that the portions of the bid are considered general, electrical or mechanical and that

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that there will be a meeting of the Bowman County Planning and Zoning Commission July 28th at 7:00 PM at the Dakota Room of the Bowman County Courthouse. This meeting will include a request for a Zoning Change from Bob Susa and Steve Boehler to change the zoning from agricultural to industrial for the following description: A 5.15 Acre tract in the N ½ NW ¼ of Section 25, Township 131 North – Range 100 West. A more detailed description may be obtained at the Bowman County Planning and Zoning Office in the Bowman County Courthouse. The second order of business is that of a request from Tomas Rusch to rezone a tract of land from agricultural to industrial. This property is further described as: Township 131 North Range 101 West; Section 8: S ½ SE ¼ , excepting there from the Right-of-Way of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railway Company; S ½ SW ¼ less: (1) The south 294 feet of the West 690 feet; (2) The North 400 feet of the South 794 feet of the West 653.5 feet; (3) That part of the SW ¼ SW ¼ describes as the West 653.5 feet of the North 526 feet lying South of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Right-of-Way. Dated at Bowman this 30th day of June, 2015. Rory M. Teigen, Administrator Bowman County Planning and Zoning Commission PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER JULY 17 & 24, 2015 NOTICE BOWMAN COUNTY COMMISSION TO MEET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that there will be a meeting of the Bowman County Commissioners on August 4, 2015 at 10:00 AM at the Commissioners Room of the Bowman County Courthouse. This meeting will include a request for a Zoning Change from Bob Susa and Steve Boehler to change the zoning from agricultural to industrial for the following description: A 5.15 Acre tract in the N ½ NW ¼ of Section 25, Township 131 North – Range 100 West. A more detailed description may be obtained at the Bowman County Planning and Zoning Office in the Bowman County Courthouse. The second order of business is that of a request from Tomas Rusch to rezone a tract of land from agricultural to industrial. This property is further described as: Township 131 North Range 101 West; Section 8: S ½ SE ¼ , excepting there from the Right-of-Way of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railway Company; S ½ SW ¼ less: (1) The south 294 feet of the West 690 feet; (2) The North 400 feet of the South 794 feet of the West 653.5 feet; (3) That part of the SW ¼ SW ¼ describes as the West 653.5 feet of the North 526 feet lying South of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Right-of-Way. Dated at Bowman this 30th day of June, 2015. Rory M. Teigen, Administrator Bowman County Planning and Zoning Commission PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER

SALE OF OIL & GAS LEASES The Board of University and School Lands will conduct an oil and gas lease auction on Tuesday, August 4, 2015, at 9:00 AM, MT at the AmericInn in Medora, ND. For a list of tracts being offered, visit www.land.nd.gov, or call (701) 328-2800 or write to the ND Department of Trust Lands, Box 5523, Bismarck, ND 585065523. Anyone needing auxiliary aids and services call Catelin at (701) 328-2810 by 07-28-15. 07/01/15 /s/ Lance D. Gaebe Commissioner PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER JULY 24, 2015 SCRANTON BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING JUNE 8, 2015 The special meeting of the board was called to order by President Mellmer at 8:03 p.m. in the superintendent’s office. Members present were Sanford, Evans, Mellmer, Reitz and Dillon. No one was absent. Business Manager Eberle 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 Sanford, a second by Reitz to approve the bills. All were in favor. The motion carried. The board canvassed the 2015 election with 16 votes cast. There was a motion by Evans, a second by Sanford to certify the June 2, 2015, election with Michael Mellmer and Damon Reitz elected to three year terms. All were in favor. The motion carried. The issue of publishing minutes was approved with five votes for publishing and three votes against publishing. A letter of appreciation from Will Charboneau was read by the board. Discussion was held on a possible funding formula lawsuit. The board decided to table this to the June 23, regular meeting. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m. Michael Mellmer, President Angie Eberle, Business Manager PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER JULY 24, 2015 SCRANTON BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING 6-23-2015 The regular 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, Dillon, Reitz, Sanford and Evans. No one was absent. Others present were Superintendent Pretzer and Business Manager Eberle. The agenda was read and two additions were made. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Dillon to approve the minutes. All were in favor. The motion carried. There was a motion by Sanford, a second by Evans to approve the bills. All were in favor. The motion carried. A thank you card from Kathy Schaff was read by the board. The May, 2015, payroll expenses were $153,998.96. The checks issued were numbers 2781227819. The check stubs issued were numbers 7829-7888. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Evans to approve the payroll. All were in favor. The motion carried. Superintendent Pretzer presented a 2014-15 financial review. Superintendent Pretzer informed the board that the scrubbing machine quit working, and a new machine has been ordered. Superintendent Pretzer updated the board on the recent co-op financial reconciliation meeting with the Hettinger School. The annual meeting is July 14, 2015, at 5:30. Superintendent Pretzer reported there are mechanical problems with the school’s tractor, and it was decided to proceed with the purchase of a new tractor. The board discussed summer

The board discussed purchasing a house to use for teacher rental, and the possible school equity lawsuit. Superintendent will keep the board up-to-date on the lawsuit. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Michael Mellmer, President Angie Eberle, Business Manager PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER JULY 24, 2015 Scranton School District Bills June, 2015 General Fund: Apple Computer 6285; Ashley Fisher 125.26; AT & T 226.42; Baymont Inn & Suites 74.70; Blue Cross of ND 20976.10; Carol Dilse 300; CDWG 760.49; Channing Bete Company 1500.93; City of Reeder 8000; City of Scranton 1491.66; Companion Corp. 699; Consolidated Telcom 367.04; Country Media 637.54; Days Inn 104.95; Eckroth Music 14.20; EllDean Maychrzak 59.48; Evelyn Symanowski 65.48; Four Season Trophies 25; Houghton Mifflin 402.28; JW Pepper 43.03; JayMar Business Forms 171.71; John Pretzer 200; Johnson Controls 30.40; Kathy Steiner 67.13; Kelly Inn 1341.89, Marcia Janikowski 89.11; Marco 5013; MDU 2635.46; Nasco 894.89; ND CDE 80; NDSBA 2380.44; NDESC 2524.40; Network Services 1078.18; NIMCO 240.76; Nor Tech 10800; Office Max 1060.75; Oriental Trading 26.98; Peggy Pierce 72.63; PPB 200; Praxair 11.75; Premier 1176.29; Prestwick House 449.74; RACTC 2000; Ramada Hotel 376; Really Good Stuff 131.59; Rita Freitag 68.23; SBM 542.94; Scholastic 839.78; School Specialty 1817.20; Super Valu 120.65; Scranton Equity 3644.06; Scranton School Food Services 13764.92; Shiffler Equipment 53.64; State Chemical 1045.42; Stein Chemical 9222.90; Teacher’s Discovery 209.31; Terra Crafters Concrete 275; Vernier Software 69; VoWac Publishing 3109.12; West Plains Inc 13000; WRSS 2324.53; Woodley Construction 96.25 Fund total: 125514.60 Food Services: Dean Foods 376.89; Rachelle Bergstrom 90.97; US Foodservice 1050.92 Fund total: 1518.77 PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER JULY 24, 31 & AUGUST 7, 2015 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. 06-2015-PR-00020 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF BOWMAN COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ALICE J. MCMULLAN, AKA ALICE MCMULLAN, Deceased. NOTICE OF HEARING TO: All heirs, devisees or other interested persons of the Estate of Alice J. McMullan, aka Alice McMullan, 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 13, 2015. Dated this 20th day of July, 2015. SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. By:Steven J. Wild Attorney for Plaintiff PO Box 260 Bowman, ND 58623 (701) 523-3112 PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER JULY 24, 31 & AUGUST 7, 2015 TIMOTHY A. SADOWSKY, #03611 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com 701-523-3112

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Attorney for: Personal Representative Case No. 06-2015-PR-00021 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF BOWMAN COUNTY STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ERNEST A. BLOOMGREN, 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 Dorothy Kohlmeier, personal representative of the estate, at 22846 Asthre Dr., Battle Lake, MN 56515, or filed with the Court. Dated this 20th day of July, 2015. Dorothy Kohlmeier 22846 Asthre Dr. Battle Lake, MN 56515 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 JULY 24, 2015 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BOWMAN COUNTY, BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on July 7, 2015, with the following present: Pine Abrahamson, Bill Bowman, Rick Braaten, Lynn Brackel, and Ken Steiner. Chairman Braaten called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Chairman Braaten asked for corrections or additions to the agenda. The scheduled 10:00 AM appointment with a representative from Ulteig Engineering will be moved to 2:00 PM. Steiner made a motion to approve, with Abrahamson seconding the motion, and upon

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a vote, the motion was carried unanimously. Steiner made the motion to transfer $200,000 from General Aid for Taxing Districts into the Building fund. Abrahamson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried. The following vouchers were approved by a motion made by Brackel, with Bowman seconding the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously. 5148-5208 June Payroll $177,841.94; 22920-22937 Social Welfare $10,490.96; 22938 Accusource Inc. $9.00; 22939 ACME Tools $62.92; 22940 Ameripride $233.58; 22941 AmericInn $360.00; 22942 Anchor Drilling $11,280.00; 22943 A2Z Printing $124.93; 22944 Bowman County Development $1,000,000.00; 22945 Bowman County Fair Association $4,000.00; 22946 Bowman County Treasurer $46.97; 22947 G. Braaten Services $467.95; 22948 Brosz Engineering $35,602.00; 22949 Best Western Ramkota $74.70; 22950 Chief Law Enforcement $107.46; 22951 Cofell’s Plumbing & Heating $160,667.60; 22952 Consolidated $90.00; 22953 Dacotah Paper $545.42; 22954 Dakota Communications $56.45; 22955 Dale’s Tire $4,816.28; 22956 Diamond H. Services $10,843.28; 22957 Domestic Violence $4,000.00; 22958 DTE, Inc. $77,559.00; 22959 Frank Eberle $17.50; 22960 Electronic Communications, Inc. $800.00; 22961 EDC, Inc. $35,153.03; 22962 Fox Hills Fencing $7,144.00; 22963 Frontier Travel $161.63; 22964 Farmer’s Union Oil Company $11,755.95; 22965 Randy Gaebe $105.00; 22966 Karla Germann $105.00; 22697 Interstate Battery $32.80; 22968 John Deere Financial $103.00; 22969 KPOK $40.00; 22970 Mail Finance $1,058.19; 22971 Anita McLaughlin $66.12; 22972 MDU $2,082.22; 22973 Millie’s $10.00; 22974 Montana Liquid $5,790.24; 22975 ND Assoc. of O & G Producing Co. $4,000.00; 22976 ND Association of Counties $75.00; 22977 ND Dept. of Health $25.00; 22978 ND Insurance Dept. $2,356.69; 22979 NDSU Upper Great Plains $50.00; 22980 ND State Radio $120.00; 22981 NDSU $49.00; 22982 Newby’s

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Ace Hardware $605.74; 22983 NW Tire $54.50; 22984 Dean Pearson $105.00; 22985 Pipkin Goodfellow $1,809.84; 22986 Prairie Engineering $2,100.00; 22987 Stephanie Pretzer $105.00; 22988 Quill $305.96; 22989 Randy’s Welding $203.54; 22990 RACA, Inc. $54.80; 22991 RDO Equipment $2,315.07; 22992 Rudy’s Lock & Key, LLC $935.00; 22993 SBM $638.55; 22994 Mindy Schumacher $232.20; 22995 Shopko Stores Operating, Inc. $111.82; 22996 Slope Electric $279.20; 22997 Duane Steckler $105.00; 22998 SW Healthcare Services $1,000,000.00; 22999 SWMCCC $70.00; 23000 Team Laboratory $356.50; 23001 Rory Teigen $238.27; 23002 Tiger Electric $1,824.85; 23003 Sandra Tivis $87.00; 23004 Verizon Wireless $320.63; 23005 Jan Werre $108.00; 23006 Western Emulsion $10,045.83; 23007 Zuercher Technologies $928.14 Bowman County Fair Association Board Members, Justin Wolbaum and Darwin Wilke, met to request financial assistance to purchase used carnival equipment for future fairs. Steiner made a motion to loan the fair board $15,000, for a two year period, at zero percent interest for the purchase and relocation of the equipment, with Brackel seconding the motion. A roll call vote was taken, with all members voting aye. Motion carried. The Fair Board will be launching a campaign for monetary support from the community. Brackel made a motion to approve the minutes from June 15, 2015, and June 17th and 23rd special meetings, with Steiner seconding the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried. Abrahamson made a motion to approve the gravel agreement located in NE ¼ Section 10, Township 130N, Range 99W, with Bowman seconding the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried. Bowman County Emergency Manager, Dean Pearson, and Bowman County Assistant Emergency Manager, Bowman/ Slope 911 Coordinator, Karla Germann, met to discuss future emergency trainings and ongoing maintenance necessary for emergency generators. Cal Klewin, Executive Director, Theodore Roosevelt Expressway, met to provide an update.

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The Theodore Roosevelt Expressway National Conference will be held in Williston on October 6th through October 8th. Klewin asked if the county would consider sponsoring. Vicky Steiner, Executive Director, North Dakota Oil & Gas Producing Counties and Brent Bogar, Research Consultant, met to provide an update. Guests joining meeting, Bowman County Economic Development Executive Director, Teran Doerr, City of Bowman Commission Members, Lyn James, Darrell West, Mike Sondeland, Chuck Whitney, Darren Limesand, City of Bowman Auditor, Peggy Allen, and Bowman County School District, Chairman, Kevin Bucholz. A PowerPoint slide presentation was reviewed on the new oil and gas formula. Gary Brennan, from Brosz Engineering, met to provide an update on road projects. Brennan presented a payment request to Youderian Construction, Inc., for culverts delivered on site, for the Buffalo Springs Road project. Brackel made a motion to approve Change Order # Two, for Wilson Construction, on the Davis Barn Road, decreasing the contract price by $15,307.60, and approve the final contract total of $935,327.40, reducing the original contract price, which was $949,060.00, with Steiner seconding the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried. Brennan stated that work has begun on the Sunset Butte Road Project. The project is estimated to last a three month period and will be flagged twenty-four hours per day, with maximum pilot car wait time of fifteen minutes. Steiner made a motion to approve the Approach Permit, located on 144th Avenue Southwest, Bowman ND, with Brackel seconding the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried. A.J. Delzer, Landscape Engineer, from Ulteig Engineering, and Duane Steckler, Maintenance Supervisor, met to discuss Phase II – South Lawn Landscape Improvements. The final draft was presented and reviewed. Brackel made a motion to purchase the petrified wood rock for the south landscape project from Tom Sedevie, with Abrahamson seconding the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye.

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Motion carried. Steiner made a motion to advertise for bids for Phase II – South Lawn Landscape Improvements, with Bowman seconding the motion. The bid opening will be held on August 4, 2015 at 10:00 AM. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried. Bowman County State’s Attorney, Stephanie Pretzer, joined the meeting at 2:40 PM. Discussion was held on the Rhame Township Road Maintenance Agreement. Bowman County Highway Superintendent, Neil Hofland, will contact the members of the Rhame Township Board to discuss the revision of the agreement, which will now assess a maintenance fee of $5,000 per year for the county to maintain one mile of the township road located on the section line between Sections 24 and 25, Township 132N, Range 104W. Steiner made a motion to approve the Easement to Stockpile, Store and Maintain County property located in SW1/4 Section 23, Township 131N, Range 105W. Brackel seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried. Abrahamson made a motion to approve the Cattle Guard Memorandum for Ron and Neyl Eagon for removal of two cattle guards and also removal of two cattle guards for Rex Eagon. Bowman seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried. The agreements are on file in the Office of the County Auditor. Brackel made a motion to approve the Joint Powers Agreements, as presented, for both Bowman and Talbot Township, for the maintenance of the Paulson Seed Road, effective, January 1, 2016, at an annual cost of $5,000 per township. Abrahamson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried. Brackel made a motion to execute the Quit Claim Deed, License Agreement, and Agreement to Remove Fence, for property located in Section 20 Township 131N, Range 106 W. Bowman seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting aye. Motion carried.

LegaLs With no further business to discuss, Steiner made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:03 PM, with Abrahamson seconding the motion, and upon a vote the motion was carried unanimously. Rick Braaten (s) Chairman Board of County Commissioners ATTEST: Sandra K. Tivis (s) Bowman County Auditor PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER JULY 24, 31 & AUGUST 7, 2015 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN JUVENILE COURT COUNTY OF BOWMAN SOUTHWEST JUDICIAL DISTRICT IN THE INTEREST OF NATALIE DUNCAN, a child State of North Dakota, Petitioner, vs. N.D. , a child, Dustin Duncan, her father Juvenile File No.06-2014JV-00002 Respondents. NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED RESPONDENTS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the above- entitled case is scheduled before Judge Dann Greenwood on August 13, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. at the Bowman County Courthouse, Bowman, North Dakota. The purpose of said hearing is as follows: PERMANENCY HEARING RIGHT TO COUNSEL While you are not required to have legal counsel in this proceeding, you are entitled to legal counsel if you so desire. If you desire legal counsel and are unable without undue financial hardship to employ counsel, the Court, upon your request, will appoint legal counsel for you. If you intend to have legal counsel, you are requested to make the necessary arrangements in advance so as not to delay the hearing.

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South Heart wins Little League tourney Bowman gives strong show but ultimately loses championship

By Sheldon Christenson For the Pioneer

The 2015 Little League tournament was held July 15-16 at Bowman with seven teams involved. It was another excellent tournament with the younger players. South Heart needed to play the IF game and pulled out a close 4-3 extra inning victory over Bowman. Bowman was in the same boat as they were last year having to beat a team twice for the championship. As was the case last year against Lemmon, they won the first championship game against South Heart but fell just short in the final match. All games were five innings unless extra innings were required. South Heart made it to the finals by downing Buffalo and Lemmon. Bowman defeated Belfield and then lost a tough 3-2 game to South Heart in the first game that pitted the two teams with no losses in the double elimination tourney. Bowman was leading 1-0 going into the top of the fourth when South Heart struck for three runs take the lead. Bowman came back in the bottom of the inning to score one. Preston Walter was the starting pitcher for South Heart and was doing in

A South Heart batter takes a cut during the Little League Tournament. South Heart finished the day as tournament champions. (Photo by Sheldon Christenson) well. But in the bottom of the fifth South Heart brought in Tanner Jarret who proceeded to strike out the side to preserve the win.

That dropped Bowman to the loser’s bracket and they easily downed Lemmon 8-1 to give them another shot at South Heart, but needing two wins to win it all. They took the first game 4-0

behind the pitching of Gavin Scott and Caleb Duffield. In the IF game Walter again took the mound for South Heart while Bowman started Tucker Strand. After five innings the score

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was knotted at 3-3. South Heart managed to scratch out a run in the top of the sixth to take the lead. Bowman came back and had the bases loaded with two out but, reliever Jarret struck out the next Bowman hitter to end the game and giving South Heart the championship. Hettinger’s opening game had them losing to Lemmon 2-0. That dropped them into the loser’s bracket and taking on Buffalo who had earlier lost 18-1 to South Heart. Connor Andress was holding on to a slim 1-0 lead but lost it in the

last inning. Hettinger played a lot of their second team and they never could get their bats working. As a team, Hettinger was not hitting at all for the tournament. Scranton also went 0-2 losing a tight one to Belfield 8-6 and Lemmon knocked them out of the tourney in the second game. Kudos to Kurt Silbernagel as he has rejuvenated baseball in South Heart. I believe Belfield and South Heart combine at the Babe Ruth level and are young this year. Hopefully there will be a Legion team in a few years.

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SKOL!: The Vikings Vine For the next several weeks I will be breaking down the Viking’s roster, evaluating the players and letting you know what to expect from each position. If you have any questions or comments feel free to write me at jwright3030@ gmail.com, follow me on Twitter @SkolJWright or find me on Facebook at Jordan Wright. All stats are courtesy of Pro Football Focus unless noted otherwise. Up next in this roster breakdown is the cornerback position. The Vikings had decent cornerback play last season, with Xavier Rhodes leading the way and establishing himself as a premier corner in the league. Cornerback depth is probably as good as it’s ever been, and there are going to be some hard cuts to be made before the season starts. Starters: There is no doubt who one of the starting cornerbacks will be this season.

By Jordan Wright

Xavier Rhodes was far and away the best corner on the Viking’s roster last season. According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), Rhodes was ranked 29 out of a possible 108 cornerbacks who played at least 25 percent of the snaps last season. While that number seems low, that was only his second season and first under Mike Zimmer so he was learning his second defense in two years. Generally corners take time to get acclimated to the speed of the NFL, so look for Rhodes to take another step forward this season. Starting opposite Xavier will be Terence Newman. Newman turns is 36 years old and is in the

twilight of his career. He has worked with Head Coach Mike Zimmer in Dallas and in Cincinnati, so Newman understands this system. While Newman was only brought in to provide depth and a mentor to the young cornerbacks on the roster, I believe he will be asked to start until Trae Waynes is ready. With Xavier and Terence starting at the outside corner positions, it’ll be Captain Munnerlyn who comes in and plays the nickel or third corner spot. Munnerlyn is 27 years old and played his first five seasons in Carolina before signing in Minnesota last off season. Munnerlyn was ranked 37 at the cornerback position last season, and should look to improve on that ranking this season. Backups: A player I have personally liked since the Vikings drafted him is Josh

Robinson. Robinson was ranked 32, which was only a few spots behind Xavier Rhodes and a few spots ahead of Captain Munnerlyn. Had Robinson not gotten injured, he would have been competing with Newman for the starting spot opposite Rhodes. Unfortunately for Robinson, he partially tore his pectoral muscle this offseason and will more than likely start off the season on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. Rookie Trae Waynes was drafted by the Vikings in the first round of this year’s draft. Waynes was drafted into a great situation because the Vikings have Rhodes, Munnerlyn and Newman who can start, allowing Waynes to get comfortable with the NFL speed before being thrown in the fire. Most fans I speak with expect Waynes to come in and immediately be an impact player.

While I like Waynes’ potential, I believe it will take him a couple years to put it all together. So please, temper your expectations slightly. On the bubble: Now that the starters and primary backups are finalized, it’s time for the hard part. The Vikings have a total of 11 cornerbacks on the roster as it sits right now, but only five or six of them will make it to the final 53 man roster. We have already established the three starters and two primary backups, so that leaves the following six players to battle for the final spot: Jalil Carter, Justin Coleman, Shaun Prater, Jabari Price, Marcus Sherels and DeMarcus Van Dyke. Luckily for one of these players, the Vikings will carry an extra corner on the roster until Josh Robinson returns from injury. Sherels is now entering his fifth season with

the Vikings after being an undrafted rookie out of Minnesota. Always a long shot to make the roster, Sherels has stuck with the team because of his punt return abilities. If he can prove he’s the best punt returner on the team, Sherels will be back next year. Between the remaining corners on the roster battling for a spot, Jabari Price could be a name to keep an eye on. Price was drafted last year and made the roster because of his abilities on special teams. While I believe Coleman, Prater and Van Dyke are simply players the Vikings brought into camp and don’t stand a realistic chance to make the roster, you never know what can happen. Every once in while the lightbulb goes on for a player and he puts it all together. It will be interesting to see if that happens to any players on the bubble this year.

attend the Brownells/National Rifle Association Day Camp at the Moffit Gun Range on Saturday, July 25. The shooting sports activity runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and includes rifle, shotgun, pistol, muzzleloading and archery target shooting, hunting and safety information

and demonstrations. All equipment is provided, along with a free lunch and door prizes. For more information on the day camp contact Jack Kavaney at 701-220-8564, email Missouri Valley Shooting Sports Association at mvssa@btinet.net, or visit their website at

mvssa.com. The North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s Encouraging Tomorrow’s Hunters program, which provides grant dollars to help local communities and organizations fund events that

promote youth hunting and shooting sports, is a primary sponsor of the event. For more information on the Encouraging Tomorrow’s Hunters program, contact outreach biologist Pat Lothspeich at 701-328-6332.

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Adults and children looking to take a hunter education class in 2015 are reminded to enroll at the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s website, gf.nd.gov. Hunter education coordinator John Mazur said the majority of classes were held by the end of May. However, he said classes will still be added throughout the year as they become finalized. “Our volunteer instructors will be adding classes, but not nearly as many as we move toward the fall,” Mazur said. “That’s why it is important to monitor our website and to act quickly when a class suits your needs.” To register, click on the hunter ed enrollment link and “list of hunter education courses.” Classes are listed by city, and can also be sorted by start date. To register for a class, click on “enroll” next to the specific class, and follow the simple instructions. Personal information is required. Those who do not have access to the Internet and

want to sign up for a class can call the hunter education program in Bismarck at 701-328-6615. Individuals interested in receiving a notice by email when each hunter education class is added can click on the “subscribe to news, email and text alerts” link found below the news section on the department’s home page. Check the box labeled “hunter education class notification” under the education program updates. In addition, SMS text notifications of new classes can be sent directly to a cell phone. Simply text “NDGF HunterClass” to 468311 to subscribe to this feature. State law requires anyone born after December 31, 1961 to pass a certified hunter education course to hunt in the state. Hunter education is mandatory for youth who are turning 12 years old, and children can take the class at age 11.

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Bowman County Bulldogs Employment Opportunities Southwest Healthcare Services of Bowman offers competitive wages and benefits, as well as, paid time off and extended sick leave hours that can be earned by both full and part time employees after 90-120 day orientation period. We offer a caring environment with emphasis on community, family and compassion. We encourage any interested individuals to seek additional information from Human Resources regarding the great benefits offered here at Southwest Healthcare Services.

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Seeking a Part-Time or Supplemental Housekeeping Aide to help maintain a safe, pleasant and functional environment for residents, patients and staff. The Aide will work rotating shifts at both of our facilities.

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Southwest Healthcare Services is seeking Full-Time, Part-Time or Shift-Work Paramedics/EMTs to provide emergency medical care in pre-hospital settings and perform additional office, supply and maintenance duties related to EMS.

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Seeking Part-Time, Supplemental or AfterSchool Dietary Aides. The positions duties include: serving meals to residents, patients and employees; washing dishes; and assisting with the cleanup of the department. ** Starting Wage $10.50 + Exp.

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Southwest Healthcare Services and Northland Healthcare Alliance are seeking a Full-Time RN, Social Worker or Mid-Level to serve as a Community Care Coordinator. A Community Care Coordinator performs care coordination with individuals, families and the community at home, in the office, on a walk in basis or other community care settings. ** Deadline to apply is September 1, 2015 ** Additional Positions Available: RNs or LPNs at our Critical-Access Hospital • Dietary Cooks at SHS – (pm shifts) • And Much More! •

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Activities Department Important Dates: Thursday, August 6th - Mandatory Fall Sport Parent Meeting Monday, August 10th - Cross Country Practice Begins Monday, August 10th - 9-12 Football Practice Begins Junior High Football Practice Begins Monday, August 17th - 9-12 Volleyball Practice Begins Wednesday, August 26th - Junior High Volleyball Practice Begins Wednesday, August 26th - School Begins

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• Wednesday, August 5th - 9-12 Football • 10 am Freshmen and new students to BCPS • 2 pm Juniors and new students to BCPS • Thursday, August 6th - JH Football • 6 pm 7th grade and new 8th graders to BCPS • Monday, August 10th - Cross Country • 6 pm - Testing for 7th, 9th, 11th grades and new BCPS students. Practice begins at 7 pm. • Monday, August 17th - 9-12 Volleyball • 3 pm - Testing for 9th, 11th and new BCPS students. Practice begins at 3:45 pm. • Wednesday, August 26th - JH Volleyball • Immediately after school. 7th grade and new 8th graders to BCPS. Practice to follow. All tests will be administered at Bowman County School and should take approximately 45 minutes to complete. Please contact Tyler Senn if you have any questions about the Concussion Testing 701-523-3283

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GOWNS FROM PAGE 1

Four women from the area have already donated to this wonderful

cause. Kerry Dragoo, Sara Steiner, Samantha Zapata and I have decided that our wedding dresses no longer need to collect dust and instead would be better suited to a new purpose. I can’t speak for the other three, but for me it was about giving my dress meaning again, making it beautiful once more. I am no longer with the person who greeted me at the end of the aisle in my ivory ball gown but I still couldn’t fathom the idea of throwing it away or selling it as it once was a symbol of a perfect day. I felt like this was a way to make something beautiful from something lost, to bring a little bit of love to someone else’s pain. This program is built solely off of donations and volunteers and is completely nonprofit. One sizable bridal gown alone can make upwards of 15 infant gowns and those who donate their time and skills do so purely out of love and caring, and in a few cases even out of understanding for what these families are going through. Kerry, Sara and Samantha were all very happy to donate their dresses. In fact, Kerry hopes that, “more people will do this instead of just getting rid of the gowns they don’t want,” and it is my hope that maybe with this article more women will choose this option as well. Bev Lord, one of the volunteers in Casper said they are in need of donations now, more than ever and any assistance is greatly appreciated. There are no special requirements and they take the dresses as they are, doing any washing or repairing during the transformation process. She also provides pictures of the finished products if you choose to receive them. If you or anyone you know may be interested in donating, please contact me by phone at (605) 5644444 or by email to amy. wolff@hotmail.com. I will be taking these four gowns to Casper next month and would love to add more.

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•Sunrise Walk •Registration •Golf Scramble •Faculty/Staff Appreciation event •Out Rageous Prom •Say “Yes” to the Dress •Silent Trophy Auction

Saturday

•Sunrise Walk •City Wide Garage Sales •Motorcycle Run •School Tour •Library Art Exhibit

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