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Check out all the Deals Till Dark ads on Page 5. Congratulations to the Langdon Area Edmore Munich Volleyball team on their 2nd place finish at state, find full coverage on Pages 8-9.
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Staff at our area long term care facilities are taking special care to make sure their residents are in touch with their families and finding enjoyable things to do even though COVID safety measures have limited their access beyond the front door. “The staff truly care about each of the residents and are doing their very best to make this as positive of a situation as possible,” said Osnabrock Community Living Center Director Brittanie Mostad. The staff are helping some of the residents mail letters, use Facebook, make phone calls, and visit at their windows. They have had several different window activities, called bingo from the hallways, sent flowers, sent cards, and do one-on-one care as often as possible. “We are very lucky to have the staff we do and are so lucky there are people who genuinely care and are putting our residents as a top priority right now.” Since the Center has been short staffed due to staff testing positive for COVID, the board of directors has been making the noontime and supper meals for two weeks. “We get daily home-cooked meals delivered and ready to serve,” said Mostad. “This has been a tremendous help for the staff working the floor and also a great treat for the residents. We have greatly appreciated the board and all who helped with our menu and food.”
Mostad states that COVID is tough but so is isolation, and they are looking to progress through both issues as quickly as possible. There are several residents recovering from COVID, and they are in the planning process to begin moving freely about the building again. Throughout this past year the community has kept the Center
Guard. “The North Dakota National Guard has been instrumental in our whole-of-government response to this pandemic,” said Gov. Doug Burgum. “We are all deeply grateful for their incredible commitment and tireless efforts to save lives and livelihoods and protect our most vulnerable citizens from this unprecedented threat to public health.” The North Dakota National Guard saw their first activation on March 16 and has conducted support operations for 248 con-
in their hearts and minds. “We are so thankful for the phone calls, goodies, and for everyone thinking about us and praying for us during this time,” said Mostad. “Small acts of kindness really make a difference to brighten days.” At Maple Manor Care Center
secutive days. The 2011 flood response saw Guard members on duty for 142 days. Today, about 270 soldiers and airmen remain on COVID-19 duty. “Our soldiers, airmen and civilian employees have performed exceptionally well during this emergency response in a multitude of tasks”, said Maj. Gen. Al Dohrmann, North Dakota adjutant general. “I am proud of their efforts in this battle to contain this virus in support of the citizens of North Dakota while continuing to conduct cont. on page 2
North Dakota National Guard Soldier Spc. LaDora Schmidt, top left photo, collects a COVID-19 test sample on April 25, 2020, from the parking lot of the Fargodome, Fargo; Airman 1st Class Josh Carlson, right, and Master Sgt. Tiffany Jasmann, top right photo, wipe furniture with sanitizing materials as they assist a local, contracted company in ‘deep cleaning’ May 1, 2020, in Fargo; Spc. Hunter Churchill, 191st Military Police Company, left, and Spc. Michael Sumrall, 1st-Battalion, 188th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, bottom photo, organize data from 119th Wing unit members who participated in COVID-19 testing on July 10, 2020, at the Air National Guard Base in Fargo. U.S. Air National Guard photos by CMSgt. David H. Lipp
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in Langdon, Activities Director Justina Klindt shares what they are doing under the increased restrictions. “During this time we are still able to play bingo, which is the residents’ favorite. We have the residents in their doorway and announce the numbers over the intercom,” said Klindt. “We also do hallway crafts, one-on-one
A Maple Manor Care Center resident enjoying some "happy mail" from one of the students at Langdon Area Elementary School.
N.D. Guard reaches milestone in COVID support The North Dakota National Guard reached a new milestone in their domestic support operations yesterday when COVID-19 support exceeded the efforts of their 2011 statewide flood support mission. On Thursday, November 19, the North Dakota National Guard assessed 67,495 personnel days surpassing the record 67,264 personnel days worked in response to the 2011 flood. The COVID-19 support mission is now the largest and longest state mobilization in the history of the North Dakota National
Monday, November 30, 2020
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Long term care facilities helping residents feel connected By Linda Timian Republican Writer
Find the latest from the Langdon City Commission on Page 3.
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visits, smaller group activities, Rosary, and Facetime or Zoom calls with their loved ones. We have still seen some family members braving the colder weather to visit with their loved ones through the window!” The kindergarten and third grade classes at the Langdon
Area Elementary School are participating in Adopt-a-Resident, which is where kids can “adopt” a resident and get them a Christmas gift. Adopt-a-Resident will also be put on the radio for people in the community to participate in getting a gift for the residents. Another great way for the community to be involved in the lives of the residents is to send mail. “The residents always love to get happy mail, such as cute cards, a painting/coloring, or a letter to read,” said Klindt. “We would love for anyone to participate in sending mail to the residents!” All of the extra details involved in dealing with COVID make things a bit more complicated for the staff. The administration has found ways to show appreciation and give them a moment to relax. “We have had a staff potluck: being safe, keeping our distance, getting food, and going to different designated areas of the building to eat,” said Klindt. “Our administrator, Connie Hakanson, has bought everyone lunches during the COVID-19 pandemic!” The health care workers, staff, administrators, and board members of our two long term care facilities in the Langdon area have been facing increased restrictions and added safety measures for the better part of 2020. Let them know you appreciate all their efforts. Send a card or letter to a resident and brighten their day. It may brighten your day, too.
Munich bowling leagues span 60 years The Munich Café and Bowling Alley opened and established bowling leagues in November of 1960. Even though the bowling alley has been well used over the past 60 years, it doesn’t show its age. The original equipment and lanes are shiny and new looking like a peek back in time. There were 40 five-person
modate the increasing number of women’s teams, bowling at 4:00, 6:30, and 9:00 p.m. Summer mixed leagues were started with eight teams in two shifts Monday through Thursday and four teams on Friday. Bernie Schommer has been bowling with the Munich leagues for 59 years and has been managing the bowling alley since 2002. “I’ve bowled every year except the first year
teams (plus substitutes) in that first 1960-61 winter season. Eight teams bowled each night in two shifts Monday through Friday. Thursday was, and still is, women’s night. At one point, there were three shifts on Thursday to accom-
when I was at Aaker’s Business College in 60-61,” said Schommer. He can cite high scores, high series, and statistics off the top of his head. “James Schommer and Craig Schommer hold the recont. on page 2
By Linda Timian Republican Writer
Congratulations to the Cardinal Football Team on their 3rd Consecutive State Championship!
Congratulations to the Cardinal Volleyball Team on their 2nd place finish at State Volleyball!