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COVID-19 Guidelines:
Gov. Doug Burgum, Tufte and state health officials strongly recommend North Dakotans follow the guidelines released by the White House to slow the spread of coronavirus, including: • Stay home and don’t go to work if you feel sick. • Practice good hygiene: wash your hands, avoid touching your face and cover coughs and sneezes. • If someone in the household has tested positive for coronavirus, keep the entire household at home. • Older individuals and those with underlying health conditions should stay away from other people. • Work from home when possible. • Avoid social gatherings of more than 10 people. • Avoid eating or drinking in bars, restaurants and food courts – use drive-thru, pickup or delivery options. • Avoid discretionary travel, shopping trips and social visits.
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As panic spreads amongst consumers across the nation, residents within Cavalier County and surrounding area will soon feel the full effects. It can be seen locally already as supply for certain products becomes limited and restrictions begin being implemented for certain services. Essential businesses, government, and healthcare facilities that are needed for the functioning of the community have already begun implementing measures to safeguard staff and customers. The Cavalier County Republican will provide these updates to readers as we are able. Those most at risk to this virus are the elderly - those over 65. The medical care facilities of Osnabrock Community Living Center (OCLC) and Maple Manor Care Center (MMCC) have already gone into lockdown and will not be allowing visitors access to residents. Families are asked not to visit their loved ones at the centers but are encouraged to call, send letters, and both facilities are working on providing families and residents a means to see their family's faces through video chatting. Activities have been limited at MMCC to strictly oneon-one with eating, and interaction of residents is limited. OCLC and MMCC are testing staff daily to ensure the safety of the residents. “We are following, of course, the North Dakota Department of Health, Governor Burgum’s, and CDC’s guidelines on what to do in this instance,” Connie Hankinson, MMCC director, said. “Trying to keep things calm, cause we don’t know
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COVID-19 spreads but now is not the time to panic By Melissa Anderson Republican Editor
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when and if there will ever be anything in Cavalier County. We are very vigilant about trying to protect the residents and staff at this point." Cavalier County Memorial Hospital and Clinic is following the CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19 and have closed the clinic to walk-in visits at this time. CCMH CEO Jeff Stanley shared that all visits must be conducted via appointment, and visitors are being discouraged. If patients come with someone, that person will be asked to remain in the vehicle unless they are necessary to assist the patient with their visit. “We don’t want people waiting in the lobby that are not waiting for their own appointment,” CCMH Chief Nursing Officer Jamie Nienhaus said. CCMH’s Chief Operating Officer Darla Roder explained that all patients will be asked questions prior to their appointment such as: do you have a cough, do you have a fever, where have you traveled recently? CCMH administrators provided the following advice to the community. “Limit your exposure to social media. A lot of what is on social media is not helpful. It may cause you to be either flippant about this or cause you to panic about this, and we don’t think either of those things are useful. You want information about COVID-19? The CDC and the North Dakota Department of Health have wonderful resources,” they stated. In addition, CCMH says to use common sense during this time: wash hands, stay out of crowds, social distancing such as waiting in line- stay six feet away from others, if you don’t feel well- stay home. Do not be flippant about the virus as
many may not become critically ill from COVID-19, but the chances of giving it to someone who will are increased for the area due to the high concentration of vulnerable population of the older community. “These are the same things that we’ve been telling people and hearing from public service announcements for weeks, and it’s the stuff that will work. This virus seems to be fairly contagious so you are pretty likely to get it if you get in contact with somebody who has it,” they said. CCMH is in preparation mode with the goal of setting the number of people who may become ill from this over an extended period of time. Staff have been trained and supplies are being ensured to be available. “I don’t think we need to panic over it; I think we are managing our resources well. We are trying to flatten the curve.” At Langdon Community Drug, owner and head pharmacist Lyle Lutman shared that the pharmacy is preparing and has begun asking customers who are at high risk to call in their prescriptions and the pharmacy will deliver or mail them to them. The staff are keeping the store as sanitary as possible. “There hasn’t been a reported case here yet, but it’s just a matter of time. I don’t know when it’s going to hit, but it will hit and the less contact that we have the safer we are all going to be,” Lutman said. Langdon Community Drug
has not closed but is working on a plan should that be necessary in the future. Lutman shared that this will be a last resort as the pharmacy is essential to the health of the community. “I think what would help is if the community would just take heed to this and stay home. It’s highly contagious, and there is no vaccine for it. The elderly especially are vulnerable to it, and not only the elderly, but anybody that has any chronic medical conditions regardless of what your age is,” Lutman said. At the government level, the City of Langdon encourages residents to stay home if at all possible and practice good hygiene. Water systems play a vital role in public health, and the ND Department of Environment Quality has assisted the city in creating measures for the systems to ensure seamless operations during the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. Public water systems are expected to continue to monitor water quality and provide sample results to regulators during the COVID-19 epidemic. “With the limit supply of toilet paper we do not want residents to be putting other items such as paper towels or tissue down the drains. As this will cause blockage and lift stations to back up,” Langdon City Auditor RoxAnne Hoffarth said. “Please do not travel if you don’t have too. Please stay home.” The Langdon City Commiscont. on page 2
CHS ready to help producers with fertilizer needs While the rest of the economy may come to a grinding halt, one sector that will not is the agricultural producers and those that assist in the growing of crops year after year. CHS, Inc., an agri-business cooperative owned by farmers and local cooperatives across the United States, has invested into the communities of Cavalier County and is ready to meet the fertilizer demands. “This is going to be huge cause this is going to give our
better. Crockett notes that with last year’s tough fall and many unable to apply their inputs before snow fell, the demand in spring 2020 will be even greater. “Just getting the product here is going to be an issue and getting it here timely. That’s the big thing, and this gives CHS another 25,000 tons that we will have under our roof ready to go,” Crockett said. Having the supply on hand in Langdon will provide relief
area producers a constant supply of fertilizer. They are not going to have to worry about running out. Our growers have been asking for this,” Jim Crockett, Northwest Branch manager. For Cavalier County, the tax base will provide substantial revenue. Employment will also be increased as a result of the new fertilizer plant. The supply chain for the product will make access to the necessary input that much
to the demand. This is especially good news considering the shortages of fertilizer that have been experienced at crucial times the last few planting seasons. “We’ve got supply, and we are going to have it for the growers,” Crockett said. Between the warehouse room and the ability to have it delivered by rail, Crockett is confident that CHS will be cont. on page 3
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Cavalier County Republican
Civic Meetings Cavalier County Commission Tuesday, March 24, 1:00 p.m. Cavalier County Water Resource Board Thursday, March 26, 8:00 a.m. Cavalier County JDA Wednesday, April 1, 4:00 p.m. Cavalier County Commission Tuesday, April 7, 8:30 a.m. This information provided as a public service by the Cavalier County Republican.
Hidden Pencil Winner! The winner of this week's Hidden Pencil is Gavin Rime of Langdon There were 8 entries. The pencil was hidden in the "Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Thank You" ad.
The Hidden Pencil will not be hidden until the COVID-19 calms down. This is to practice the social distancing as directed by the ND Department of Health and the CDC. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to the time when we can implement this game again!
The ROXY Theater will be closed until furhter notice due to the Coronavirus quarantine. Friday - MOnday at 7:30 p.M.
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COVID-19 ____________________________________________________continued from Page 1 sion has canceled their next potential spread of the virus in Perry Oster, General Manager/ meeting that was to be held customer homes and facilities CEO, explained that service will on March 23. The commission- has been enacted by MDU. In not be interrupted. They have ers will decide how to proceed that regard, Montana-Dakota already begun to reduce staff closer to the next meeting date. has taken measurable actions presence at their locations, and If any special meetings need to to help their customers: for service calls, customers will be held the City will do so with “We will not be disconnect- be asked the same questions proper notification. ing customers for nonpayment as other facilities to ensure The Cavalier County Court- during this time. We have filed that health is put first. Oster exhouse has closed its doors to requests with our regulatory plained that they have already the general public and has commissions for a waiver that begun working with governinstituted a 'by appointment allows the company to waive ment, health facilities, and the only' policy to protect both late fees. And, as always, we will schools to assist as they can. the county staff and the public. work with customers on pay- In regards to customers possiThose entering the courthouse ment plan options,” Mark Han- bly being unable to pay, Oster will be screened with a series of son of MDU said. stated that they will work with questions like those being used Ottertail Power Company will businesses and residential cusat CCMH. continue to maintain reliable tomers and that late fees will be Commission meetings will electric service to the region. waived. still be conducted but with They have customized their “Everybody stay smart and shortened agendas and chang- preparedness plans to address practice your social distancing,” es to attendance protocols. Cav- needs specific to this pandemic Oster said. alier County Commission Chair such as increased cleaning proMidco, which is the other Nick Moser explained that the tocols, limited access to restrict- communications supplier in county has created a Facebook ed areas, and management is the area, released the following page, “Cavalier County, ND”, to considering function-specific statement. The company is folenable them to live-stream the contingency plans. As always, lowing public health guidelines meetings for those who wish to Ottertail Power Company will and practicing social distancing. view them. continue to work individually The company also assures their Other essential businesses with customers to address any customers that they have the to the community such as the specific needs or requests they capacity to handle increased grocery store, power compa- might have. network traffic with more peonies, United Communications, “As we all face uncertainties ple online at home during the Midco, and area banks are also around COVID-19, the health current COVID-19 pandemic. observing safety procedures. and safety of our employees, “Over the next 60 days, we Listed below are the statements customers, and communities won’t disconnect service if a and information from each. continues to be our primary customer is unable to pay, and Leever’s grocery store will concern. We appreciate our re- we will waive late fees for cuscontinue to operate as normal. gion’s confidence in us as we tomers having economic chalGeneral Manager Bill Mack ex- navigate this pandemic and re- lenges during the coronavirus plained that there are no spe- liably operate our generating pandemic. We encourage cuscial times for shopping but for facilities, power lines, and other tomers to contact us to discuss the elderly customers the store critical functions needed to your individual situation, beis working with Cavalier County produce and deliver electricity,” cause we know they vary for Senior Meals and Transit to de- Stephanie Hoff, Public Relations homes and small businesses. liver to those most at risk. Director at Ottertail, said. We will listen to your needs and “Please don’t continue panic Cavalier Rural Electric Coop- work with you to make arrangebuying. There is going to be erative is operating at normal ments., Midco stated on their items that will not be available business hours at time of print. website released March 16. temporarily just due to the Lineman are working as normal Financial institutions in the panic buying, but it’s not be- and will continue to do main- area have taken precautions cause there is any shortages of tenance. The board of directors with many closing their lobbies any products within the United have a regular meeting sched- to appointment only. FarmStates. As products become uled for later this month. ers and Merchants State Bank available again, we will have "We encourage you to use in Langdon has closed their them as we have always had,” our drop box for payments,” lobby to walk-in traffic but Mack stated. Marty Tetrault of REA said. can still assist their customers Montana-Dakota Utilities’s During this time having ac- through alternative methods priority is always the safety and cess to communications is criti- such as telephone, the drivehealth of their employees, their cal, and the two suppliers of up window and 2nd lane tube, customers and the public. Cer- that service have already put internet banking and bill pay tain measures to help protect measures in place to make sure services. In addition, FM Bank their employees from exposure they can continue to provide. cont. on page 3 to COVID-19 and to curb the At United Communications,
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23 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & Devils Lake (Dr. appts. only. No shopping) 25 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks (Dr. appts. only. No shopping) 25 – Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Meeting, 7 p.m., Eagles basement, Langdon 25 – Langdon Eagles meeting, 8 p.m. 25 – Cav. Co. Meals & Transit - Out of town trips for March 30 – April 6 must be scheduled by Noon 27 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks (Dr. appts. only. No shopping) 30-April 3 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - limited office hours & in-town trips only 30 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & Devils Lake (only pre-scheduled)
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April 1 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks (only pre-scheduled) (Dr. appts. only. No shopping) 3 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks (only pre-scheduled) (Dr. appts. only. No shopping) 6 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & Devils Lake (Dr. appts. only. No shopping) 8 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks (Dr. appts. only. No shopping) 8 – Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Meeting, 7 p.m., Eagles basement, Langdon 8 – Langdon Eagles meeting, 8 p.m. 10 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Closed 22 – Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Meeting, 7 p.m., Eagles basement, Langdon 22 – Langdon Eagles meeting, 8 p.m.
Benefit for Jolena Lowery to cover medical costs and travel expenses. Account set up at FM Bank, please direct donations to Jolena Lowery Benefit Fund. This public information advertisement is sponsored by the Cavalier County Republican and the following progressive area businesses: • Farmers Union Oil Co. • United Communications • Christie Motors, Inc. • Erling’s Oil • Langdon Implement Co., Inc. • Cavalier County Republican
• Farmers & Merchants State Bank • Langdon Eagles Club • Cavalier Rural Electric Co-op.
• Cavalier County Memorial Hospital • T.R. Waind Insurance & Realty • Langdon Eagles Club • D & B Motors
• AgCountry Farm Credit Services • Cenex Harvest States • Choice Bank • Leevers Foods
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COVID-19 _____________________________________________________continued from Page 1 announced that ATM for cash withdrawals is still available at FM and that ATM fees charged to FM accounts if you use it at another ATM will be waived until further notice. “Our decision to close our lobby to walk-in traffic was made with the health of our customers, staff members and the community in mind and in an effort to assist in slowing the transmission of the COVID-19 virus. The best way to ensure we can continue to provide essential banking services to our customers is by keeping our staff members healthy. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through these difficult times,” Chalmer Dettler, President of FM Bank, said. At Choice Bank in Lang-
don, President Todd Borchardt explained that their lobby is closed as well to walk in traffic but that the drive and walk up windows are open during regular business hours. Other financial business is still possible through alternative methods as well. U.S. Bank in Langdon stated that they have not limited access to the building but have reduced their hours from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. This was given at time of print and is subject to change. “We are trying to be proactive rather than reactive and do our part to keep this thing maintained,” Borchardt said. “There is a lot of concern, obviously from small business owners, and we are concerned about the staff, too, with the schools taking the
caution that they are taking. At this point we are running on pretty limited staff and that’s okay. That’s by design right now and just taking it day by day.” Horizon Financial in Munich shared that as the details of COVID-19 evolve, Horizon Financial Bank management has been monitoring the situation and taking preventative measures to protect HFB employees, customers and the communities it serves. The bank is taking these measures seriously and has temporarily reduced hours and access. Be sure to do your part in flattening the curve of COVID-19. Wash your hands. Stay home if you can. Practice social distancing.
CHS Fertilizer plant ___________________________________________continued from Page 1 able to supply Cavalier County. With the average of 250 pounds applied, the warehouse can supply inputs for up to 200,000 acres when full. The process to get the plant in Langdon has been extensive. Between multiple contractors working to get the building up, the time frame for the project has been a long one. CHS has already had a few deliveries of
inputs to make sure they have what producers need when the time comes. “It takes seven minutes a car to dump, so we were dumping about nine cars an hour,” Crockett explained on the length of time to unload the inputs into the warehouse. The biggest concern, that CHS is aware that producers have, is the ability of the co-op
to deliver the product when needed. Crockett is confident that everything will be in place when the time comes to begin providing the services. The plant will be fully staffed and ready to go when spring finally finds its way to Cavalier County. If you are concerned about supply, be sure to give CHS a call to make sure your order is in.
Langdon Area School District prepares for COVID-19 At their recent board meeting held on Monday, March 16, the Langdon Area School District (LASD) board met to conduct regular business as well as discuss potential future plans to handle an extended release should the state or federal government mandate it. LASD Superintendent Daren Christianson updated the board on direction received from the state. There were three items that Christianson presented to the board in regards to the preparations for handling the coronavirus. Should the release continue, the school will need to deviate from the regular school attendance policy concerning the final test policy that requires a certain number of attendances. The board agreed and removed the attendance portion of the final test policy to make the situation easier when the time comes. Christianson then addressed the non-contracted staffs being paid while school is not in session. Christianson suggested the school treat all non-contracted staff contracted to ensure those employees are taken care of. The board agreed with the stipulation that should the school year be extended for any reason that those days will not be compensated for a second time. As a result of the NDHSAA suspending the 2020 NDHSAA winter post-season basketball state tournaments, all remaining fine arts and spring sports practices and game contests, spring coaches will also be treated as contracted employees and receive payment.
Christianson and the board then moved on to discuss what the district will do in the event that the state directs schools to remain closed. Online education was heavily considered as well as the ramifications and necessary actions that would be needed to provide equal access to all students of LASD. In addition to the suspension of sports and discussion of educating the students, the board also discussed the potential of holding prom and graduation. The decision was made that should the school be in session, those events will happen but will follow the guidelines of the health department. If school is not in session, then these events will not be held. In Other Business • The school accepted the resignation of Alex Quintane, who had taught social studies at LASD for the past three years. • The board approved the district’s membership in the Technical Learning Cooperative. • The interview committee was discussed and board members Cindy Stremick, Tiffany Heltvted and Dawn Kruk were appointed. • The board approved the Quit Claim Deed for a property in East Alma Township that was formerly a school property. The district has no legal hold on the property and approved. • One reduction in force hearing was held prior to the regular school board meeting. The board approved the reduction in force decision for Krista Cahill. The teacher contracts were tabled until the completion of the other reduction in force hearing to be held on March 23 and the
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special meeting held following that to approve the contracts for teachers that will be invited to return. SPECIAL UPDATES FROM CAVALIER COUNTY SCHOOLS: The LASD board and administration held a special meeting on Wednesday, March 18.Christianson created plans for a partial and full closure scenario and how the staff will continue to educate the youth of LASD. (Please turn to page 14 for full disclosure from LASD). St. Alphonsus Catholic School informed parents of the following on Wednesday evening: Teachers and principals have started plans for engaging our students in learning via different formats. They will continue in that task throughout the week. We plan to have some initial test runs of those systems, so please follow that closely in order for your student(s) to keep current. At this time we are preparing for a long term closure and teaching through eLearning. We will start our learning from home on Monday March 23, 2020. Munich Public School beginning on Monday, will pick up homework packets and staff will all be in on Monday, March 23 to answer questions and that afternoon, more plans created for distance learning. (See Page 14)
Court Report
On February 18, 2020, the State of North Dakota, represented by the Prosecuting Attorney, and the Defendant, Betty Jo Enno, represented by Stuart J. Askew, appeared before the Court, and the Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 1: the unauthorized use of personal identifying information to obtain credit, a class C Felony and to Count 2: the unauthorized use of personal identifying information to obtain credit, a Class C Felony, both counts in violation of N.D.C.C. 12.1-23-11(2). The Court’s disposition of this matter is as follows: Enno will be required to pay: Indigent Defense Application Fee- $35-waived; Defense/ Facility Admin. Fee- $100; Criminal Administration Fee$400-waived. Enno will serve 5 years with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation with 2 years of the sentence to be suspended. Enno is credited with time served of 69 days. This case is concurrent with Case#: 512019-CR-243. Enno was placed on supervised probation for a period of two years from the later of the following dates: (a) release from incarceration or (b) termination of Defendant’s parole. The Defendant is also ordered to pay Joint and Several Restitution with the Co-Defendant in case number 10-2019CR-52. The total restitution to be paid by the two defendants is $510.87. A violation of the rules or conditions may result in revocation of Enno’s probation, whereupon the court may impose the maximum penalty allowed by law. On February 18, 2020, the
State of North Dakota, represented by the Prosecuting Attorney, and the Defendant, Brandon Lee Decoteau, waived his attorney, appeared before the Court, and the Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 1: the unauthorized use of personal identifying information to obtain credit, a class C Felony and to Count 2: the unauthorized use of personal identifying information to obtain credit, a Class C Felony, both counts in violation of N.D.C.C. 12.1-2311(2). The Court’s disposition of this matter is as follows: Decoteau will be required to pay: Indigent Defense Application Fee- $35-waived; Defense/ Facility Admin Fee- $100; Criminal Administration Fee$400-waived. Decoteau will serve 1 year and 1 day with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation with 327 days of the sentence to be suspended. Decoteau is credited with time served of 39 days. This case is concurrent with Case#: 35-2019-CR-16. Decoteau was placed on supervised probation for a period of two years from the later of the following dates: (a) release from incarceration or (b) termination of Defendant’s parole. The Defendant is also ordered to pay Joint and Several Restitution with the Co-Defendant in case number 10-2019CR-51. The total restitution to be paid by the two defendants is $510.87. A violation of the rules or conditions may result in revocation of Decoteau’s probation, whereupon the court may impose the maximum penalty allowed by law.
Cavalier County Transit’s Bus Schedule
March 23 – Devils Lake & Grand Forks March 25 – Grand Forks March 27 – Grand Forks March 30 – Grand Forks & Devils Lake April 1 – Grand Forks April 3 – Grand Forks April 6 – Devils Lake & Grand Forks April 8 – Grand Forks April 10 – CLOSED
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak our out-of-town trips will be limited to doctor appointments only. atrons will be allowed to eat but shopping will not be allowed. Cavalier County Transit will not be providing trips to and from Maple Manor Care Center or Osnabrock Community Living Center until further notice. In-town transit hours will be from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. only until further notice. Please plan your appointments accordingly. All activities at the center have been cancelled indefinitely. Access to the Langdon Senior Center is limited so please call ahead.
UPDATED NOTICE FROM FM BANK – MARCH 17, 2020 TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS REGARDING CORONAVIRUS Our lobby will be closed to walk-in traffic beginning Wednesday, March 18 until further notice. We are taking this action with the health of our customers, staff members and community in mind and in an effort to assist in slowing the transmission of the Coronavirus. We encourage you to use the following alternative solutions for your transactions: • Call us at 701-256-5431. We can handle many of your transactions and provide other services over the phone. • Drive-up window and 2nd lane tube will continue to be available from 8:30 to 5:00 Monday through Friday and 8:30 to Noon on Saturday. • Night drop is available for your deposits 24 hours a day. • ATM for cash withdrawals (at FM and other ATMs) – We will waive ATM fees charged to your FM account if you use it at another ATM (until further notice). • Internet Banking for balance inquiries, transfers between accounts, and loan payments. • Bill Pay Service for paying bills. Please call us at (701) 256-5431 for the following: • Loan requests and servicing - Calls will be forwarded to your loan officer, who will respond directly to you. • Deposit accounts (New accounts, CD’s, IRA) - Many deposit account transactions and servicing requests can be handled over the phone and through our drive-up window. Please call to discuss with Carol Mikkelsen or Brittany Farris. • Coin requests/coin sorting •Call us in advance to make arrangements to pick up coin. •We request at this time that customers NOT bring in large amounts of coin for sorting, unless necessary. • VISA debit cards and credit cards - Call us with any issues you have with your cards. • Safe Deposit Box - Contact us in advance if entry to your safe deposit box is necessary. If you have scheduled a time to come into the bank, please be aware that: •Prior to coming in to the bank, you will be asked questions regarding recent travel and health status. •Our staff members will be observing “social distancing” procedures and maintaining a distance of six feet or more from you, whenever possible.
Watch for updates on our website at www.fmbanklangdon.com We appreciate your cooperation as we navigate these difficult times. Again, the health and safety of our customers, staff members, and community are our top concerns.
Opinion
Page 4 – Monday, March 23, 2020
Upside Down Under By Marvin Baker
Could Mott be the answer?… Most of us study the weather regardless of whether we think we do or not. Just by default, by living in North Dakota, this is something we always pay close attention. North Dakota, north to south, has 3 degrees of latitude. The southern border (or very near to it) represents 46 Degrees North Latitude while the northern border is the 49th Parallel or the Canadian border. It stands to reason that the farther south we go, the warmer it becomes. It’s not much of a spread from north to south in the winter, but it represents warmer temperatures and typically more active weather patterns. When we look at the southwest, it’s pretty mild compared to the rest of the state. It’s even more mild than the southeast. Taking a closer look, Bowman, Hettinger, Mott, Glen Ullin, Fort Yates, Elgin and Reeder have had consistently warmer temperature through a winter than the rest of us. It’s encouraging that we have a “banana belt” closer to the equator in case we want to go golfing on a winter day or take the top down on the convertible. Humor aside, there is some logic to this. Looking at all the communities mentioned, it appears that Mott and Hettinger tend to be the most mild with Mott being more so than Hettinger. Don’t expect tourists in Bermuda shorts showing up in Mott like its Woodstock or something. What is important is the people of Mott could be using this climate to their full advantage. Several weeks ago, there was an article in this space about growing vegetables in North Dakota in the depth of winter. If people were trying to grow vegetables in Mott or even Hettinger, they wouldn’t have to struggle as much as someone in, say, the Devils Lake area. Using a series of greenhouses, or high tunnels, entrepreneurs could use the climate to their advantage and pay for less heat than the rest of their brethren across the state. We all know how the wind blows, and many of us are aware of the wind farm in the New England area. Wind power, or perhaps solar as it becomes more stable, could easily be used to power as many greenhouses with as much heat as we might imagine. Now, would wind and solar make this efficient, the fact that living at 46 Degrees North Latitude instead of 48 or 49, there is more sunlight in the winter, perhaps enough to sustain growth of plants without artificial light throughout winter? This is a golden opportunity for entrepreneurs who would like to change the local foods map in North
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Dakota. We all need to eat to survive. Why not grow some of it here despite the handicap of winter? Several weeks ago an economic forum was held in Bowbells to discuss how the people of northwestern North Dakota might revive the northwest. One of the things that kept coming up is that we have to figure out a way how to keep young people in the area. We go to college, we get a job and we move to Colorado or Kansas or something. It doesn’t have to happen that way anymore. Young people are the ones who are most enthusiastic about local and organic foods. They are the ones who should be driving this train. But young people, most often, don’t have the kind of money it would take to get a venture like this off the ground. There’s APUC, USDA, SARE and other grant programs that could easily get somebody started in the world of growing fresh food in winter or starting plants for sale earlier in the winter in a greenhouse. Let’s face it. Outside of Fargo or Bismarck, we’re all desperate to keep our young people at home or get them to come back after college. This is one way to do it, and it wouldn’t take a lot of research to get it off the ground. In reality, if we look at the entire southwest quadrant of North Dakota, this could someday be a booming enterprise in these communities that have struggled for years to maintain a stable population. Two jobs can lead to five, five can lead to 10 and so on. Yes, I’m being optimistic. The glass is half full, but it better be if it’s going to be watering greenhouses full of plants. Good idea, bad idea? Only time will tell. What is known is that farmers markets across the state are bustling because consumers want local, and they want organic. Adding a season in southwest North Dakota would add jobs and revenue to depressed communities. Most of France is powered by nuclear and we don’t hear of “accidents” going on there. The French government and its people are very pleased with nuclear power and see themselves as being ahead of the rest of Europe by 50 years because of it. Here at home, we continue to promote crude oil and coal. Yes, we have it, but it’s something that the renewable world is leaving behind. Just 13 miles north of the border, it’ll be 50 years into the future.
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San Francisco and six Bay Area counties, with a combined population of nearly 7 million, are under “shelter-in-place” orders directing everyone to basically stay inside their homes for the next three weeks in hopes of suppressing the rapid spread of COVID-19 across the region. It looks like many of us are going to be living under similar shelterin-place orders sooner or later. Bedroom community New Rochelle, New York, has a “zone of containment,” and at this writing, New York City’s mayor is considering an order sending everyone inside in The City That Never Sleeps, which will surely encourage other municipalities to issue their own shelterin-place edicts. At the national level, there are doubtless officials who gaze longingly at the lockdowns ordered across Spain and Italy. One key to shelter-in-place orders is that businesses that do not provide “essential” services must send workers home. Most coverage lists the essential services as grocery stores, pharmacies, banks and vital
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By Ken Paulson As the scope and threat of the coronavirus pandemic becomes clear, people all over the world hunger for two things: an effective vaccine and truthful information about the disease. The former may be more than a year away, but the latter is critical to stemming the pandemic in the meantime. This is Sunshine Week, a time each year when people like me write columns about some legislature’s wrong-headed move to limit access to public records, and then try to make the case for greater access to public information and transparency in government. But we’re facing something far more dangerous than any state legislature could conjure up. It’s a worldwide crisis worsened by governments whose impulse is to hide, control and censor news and information. When a Chinese doctor shared with his colleagues his concerns that a mysterious new virus might
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services from police and fire fighters to utility workers. In California, newspapers are among the essential services exempt from shelter in place. And that is exactly how it should be. It is imperative that all future shelter-in-place orders recognize that newspapers provide “essential services.” It’s imperative that these orders recognize their communities badly need those services in this crisis — and would be imperiled by their absence. Day in and day out, newspapers bind communities together, enhancing civic life and informing, entertaining and educating their local audiences. But it is during crises that newspapers prove their mettle. In hurricanes, in floods, in tornadoes and wildfires, newspapers have provided the information, the background, the warnings and the directions to financial and psychological aid that help communities prepare, survive and rebuild in emergencies. Newspapers are especially essential in this COVID-19 public health crisis. For one thing, it is a complex and often baffling crisis. Again and again, public health experts speak of being in “unchartered territory” confronting this invisible, shapeshifting deadly menace. News-
papers are uniquely situated to provide the extensive background people need to understand as a community and as individuals. In these weeks of crisis, they have ceaselessly delivered the best practices for individual and community hygiene. Newspapers (in print and online) continue to demonstrate their ability to tackle and explain complex issues with the necessary and important details. Newspapers have also been a voice demanding accountability on behalf of their communities during this COVID-19 crisis — from a President who denounced coronavirus as a “hoax,” to administration officials overpromising and failing to deliver testing kits, to lies and fudging of disease statistics. And when this crisis passes and office workers flock back to their cubicles and waitresses to their dining stations, line cooks to their restaurant kitchens, bartenders to their taverns, actors to their stages, beer vendors to their stadiums, cashiers to their registers - when, in short, America begins to rebuild its economy, its trust and its health - newspapers will continue to provide the essential services vital to the commonweal. Are newspapers “essential services”? You bet.
be emerging, he was reprimanded and silenced. The doctor, Li Wenliang, died last month of coronavirus. After China mishandled and hid the virus from the public, the epidemic dramatically worsened. The Chinese government “is now leading a sweeping campaign to purge the public sphere of dissent, censoring news reports, harassing citizen journalists and shutting down news sites,” according to the New York Times. Similar suppression has appeared in other nations, according to the Committee to Protect journalists. In Thailand, the prime minister has threatened to arrest journalists who publish “fake news” about the virus and Iran detained a journalist for posts critical of the government’s response, according to the CPJ. But even a democracy is going to be tempted to manage the messaging, as the U.S. did by initially channeling the government’s comments through a single spokesman – Vice President Mike Pence. That has improved significantly over the past week. When the public is desperate for information, government needs to maximize authoritative information from scientists and experts on the public payroll. That appropriately gives Americans what they need to know, and counters irresponsible pundits who have sought to minimize the threat to score political or ratings points. Most encouraging, though, has been the response of state and local governments, schools and the private sector. Governments at every level resist disclosure and scrutiny, but this has been a refreshing change, with leaders saying: “Here’s what we need to do, here’s why we’re doing it and here’s how
you can find out more.” Sports leagues and private businesses, not known for transparency, have been refreshingly transparent. How many emails have you received this week that began “Out of an abundance of caution…”? There are a lot of institutions making tough decisions these days, but they’re largely doing it in partnership with the American people. More than anything, else, though, this crisis reminds us of how wise the first generation of Americans was in demanding a free press. Despite the inevitable accusations by some that the news media were “hyping” this threat, traditional media have been measured and thorough in their coverage, making the most of their on-air medical and scientific consultants. Closer to home, local newspapers and broadcasters have devoted extensive resources to reporting how the virus will affect the communities they serve. President Trump told the nation last week that “we are all in this together” and that’s exactly what needs to happen: the government sharing what it knows truthfully and without spin or bravado, private and public institutions engaging constructively with America’s most pressing challenge and news organizations keeping the public informed in a thorough and evenhanded way. In the end, science will prevail in curbing this virus. Yet the path to that victory can only emerge from true collaboration and collective sacrifice, fueled by a shared understanding of exactly what we’re up against. That can only come from the free flow of information. Ken Paulson is the director of the Free Speech Center at Middle Tennessee State University.
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Dear Editor, “A Musical Revue”, Review To quote Mr. Lawrence Welk “Wunderful, Wunderful boys & girls.” An enchanting, exuberant journey of cultural delight. Two thumbs up to cast & production. Patty Schon & Paul Liebersbach Nekoma Dear Editor, Congressional candidate disagrees with COVID-19 restrictions North Dakota Democratic/Libertarian Congressional candidate Roland Riemers disagrees with Trumps recently announced travel bans and other COVID-19 restrictions. The COVID-19 virus (Coronavirus) is not going to be stopped with just travel or gathering restrictions. It is like trying to stop the spread of the common cold. It just can not be done. Even the World Organization has stated that curbing travel and trade is generally ineffective in stopping the spread of disease. At best you can slow it down, but eventually it will get to almost everyone. But what you can do is try
to protect and treat that 2% of the population with other conditions that make COVID-19 life threatening. For instance, nursing homes and hospitals can make visitor restrictions as well as having performing protective measures by the staff. ulnerable individuals should avoid public travel and gatherings if possible. Volunteers could deliver needed food and other items to the homes of the vulnerable. For the non-vulnerable, they need to go on with their lives and keep the world going, but if they do get sick they should stay home. We do not shut down the country because of a cold or the flu, so lets not shut it down for COVID-19. Shutting down planes, schools or events isn’t going to accomplish anything in the long run. So lets work to protect the 2 % that are vulnerable but continue life for the other 98%. For these reasons I oppose the recent travel and gathering restrictions announced by President Donald Trump which seen mostly based on politics and of no real practical value. By: Roland Riemers, Democratic-NPL-Libertarian Candidate for US Congress
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Cavalier County veterinary field scholarship available The Cavalier County Livestock Association will award a $500 scholarship to a Cavalier County resident accepted in a pre-veterinary or professional veterinary technology course at an accredited college or university and be of sophomore or higher standing in college. Applicants must maintain at least a 3.00 GPA and be a full-time student. Applications available at the NDSU Extension, Cavalier County Office, located in the Langdon
courthouse; or you may call 2562560 to request a copy. Application due June 15. Please send to NDSU Extension, Cavalier County, 901 3rd St. Suite 7, Langdon, ND 58249. If you have questions please contact one of the Cavalier County Livestock Association officers or the Extension Office. Officers include Amanda Buchweitz, Kyle Brown, Dennis Karsky and Karrry Krahn.
USDA helping with agriculture labor needs The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working to assist those in need of seasonal or temporary agriculture labor as routine visa services have been suspended at the consulates in Mexico, South Africa, and Jamaica due to the coronavirus situation. “North Dakota agriculture relies on seasonal and temporary ag labor to help fill the gaps when domestic workers are in short supply. According to the 2017 USDA Census of Agriculture, North Dakota utilized nearly 1,800 of these work-
ers,” Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said. “We appreciate that USDA continues to work with the State Department, Department of Labor, and the Department of Homeland Security to work through these difficulties.” Monitoring and updates will be available on www.farmers.gov/ manage/h2a. Those with concerns regarding the ability of seasonal or temporary agriculture labor to obtain an H2A visa should contact the USDA via email at aglabor@usda.gov.
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The North Dakota Game and Fish Department announces the following summary of regulations and changes for the 2020 Bighorn Sheep, Elk and Moose hunting seasons. • Licenses will be issued by a lottery procedure through the Department. • Applications may be submitted online or by phone (general lottery). The deadline for submitting online or phone applications is March 25, 2020.
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NDSU Extension Suspending Face-Face Programming: In response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 Virus situation and as per CDC guidelines, NDSU Extension is suspending all face-face programming until April 5thThis directive includes 4-H activities and programs taught by volunteers and all events sponsored by NDSU Extension…so no 4-H Archery, project expo, and communication arts events. The suspension of activities is through Sunday, April 5, providing there are no other developments that further complicate the situation and no other guidance/directives that come from federal or state officials. The situation right now appears to be fluid and is evolving each day. Please be aware that programs scheduled after April 5th might be cancelled too to ensure safety of our participants as well as speakers. We are also cancelling the 2020 Soil Health Workshop that was planned to happen on April 8th. This is an unprecedented situ-
ation, at least in my life time. The mantras of the current situation are Social distancing, Quarantine and Isolation. Situations like these put a lot of stress on everyone. NDSU Extension is recommending some of the following publications that would help take care of individual behavioral health and tips for social distancing, quarantine and isolation during an infectious disease outbreak, and how to talk to children and tips for caregivers, parents and teachers. https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4894.pdf https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/pep20-01-01-006_508_0. pdf Also, for people worrying about livestock and food supply, the following article helps us understand more about the situation. https://extension.sdstate.edu/novel-coronavirus-and-livestock-thereconnection?fbclid=IwAR1aIt77_YE kYNjSEtNu9VyyneW_7oPbONZjN PAlKi6daApszV-oLV1FEyU. Extension office is still open and I am available on phone at 701-2562560.
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SUMMARY OF CHANGES FROM LAST YEAR • A bighorn sheep hunting season is scheduled to open in 2020, unless there is a recurrence of bacterial pneumonia. Applicants may apply for a license at this time, but not in a specific unit. The status of the bighorn sheep season will be determined by September 1. • Total elk licenses increased by 45 to 523. • Total moose licenses decreased by 5 to 474. • All moose licensees and Unit E1E, E1W, E2, and E6 elk licensees may hunt during both the Bow Season and the Regular Season until license is filled. Moose Hunting Units M1C and M4 will remain closed in 2020.
Lottery results may be obtained by visiting our website at gf.nd.gov A complete 2020 bighorn sheep, elk, and moose hunting proclamation is available from the North Dakota Game and Fish Department, 100 North Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58501-5095. (701) 328-6300.
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SENIOR MEALS & SERVICES Monday (23) – Meatloaf, baked potato w/sour cream, Malibu blend veggies, bars, fruit. Tuesday (24) – Creamy chicken & dumplings w/peas, potatoes, carrots, coleslaw, Jell-O with fruit. Wednesday (25) – Pork roast/ gravy, mashed potatoes, Prince Edward veggies, mixed fruit crisp. Thursday (26) – Meat lasagna, Italian blend veggies, lettuce salad, garlic toast, fruit. Friday (27) – Lemon pepper tilapia or chicken breast, broccoli/ cheddar rice, lettuce salad w/onion, cucumber, tomato, Mandarin oranges. EBT/SNAP accepted Offering take-out only as the dining room is closed. Please call by 9:30 a.m. for take-outs. Homedelivered meals will remain the same. Frozen meals are also available for $4.00 each.
We are currently in unprecedented times. There is a lot of fear that many are feeling with this pandemic that has gripped our attention around the world. It is a rapid spreading virus which has lead to overwhelming and ever-changing recommendations and directions from all branches of government. Yet, there is a common goal with all the steps being taken to slow down the spread of the virus in all communities and “flatten the curve.” This is in large part so that we do not overwhelm our health care providers and critical services. Hence the closure of all schools and many other events being canceled or postponed including many of our churches. Our ministerial association has been in close conversation as we each try to lead through this and make some tough decisions. Many have suspended in-person worship and other activities at this time in order to help protect the
members of our faith communities and help our community at large. We see this as a matter of civic responsibility as well as spiritual leadership. It may feel like an overreaction, however, it is likely the response needed to avoid an even greater crisis tomorrow. Know that none of our church leadership take these decisions lightly. We, as a Ministerial Association, ask that if you are unsure if or how worship is going to be conducted, to contact your church or pastor or church’s website for the most current information. Collectively we see hope in all of this as we work together as a community to care for and about each other and our neighbors. And let us remember that during these days of uncertainty that God is with us and will continue to guide us as we adapt to the changing circumstances and we find new ways to worship and care for our neighbors.
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Community Lenten Services have been CANCELLED due to the COVID-19 *Please check with your church to see if they are having Church Services. Brooks Funeral Home is working with churches & families to provide appropriate services or arranging for services to be held at a later date. - Thank you.
To Advertise your Church in this Spot Contact Lori at 256-5311 St. Alphonsus Catholic Church 1010 3rd St. • Langdon – Phone 701-256-5966
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10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Time 11 a.m. – Sunday Worship
All Masses, activities & Adoration are cancelled until further notice. Our Church is open to all for prayer 24/7 Not cancelled: Wednesday Rosary; 6:30 a.m. Men’s Group
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Devotions by community pastors This devotion is submitted by Pastor Adrian Olson of North Parish
Blindness and sight, light and darkness, rejection of those in power and anointing of those who are unknown – these are the threads in the Lectionary readings of this week. The heart of the theme is this: how do we choose to see? Samuel is tempted to look at Jesse’s sons in an ordinary human way – outward strength and primacy in the family hierarchy – but God commands him to look differently, ultimately choosing the son who is the least. Paul encourages believers to walk in God’s light, avoiding the “deeds of darkness” that cause brokenness, stumbling and pain, but rather seeking to live in the light – seeing clearly and moving securely through the world because we can see. David’s famous psalm gives a picture of what this “living in the light” looks like – being shepherded by God in grace and nurture. Finally, and most importantly, the Gospel uses a dramatic story to show the difference between those who claim to see but don’t, and those who truly can see. The corruption, power-grabbing and judgmental condemnation of anything new and different is a mark of those who cannot see – although they always protest that they see clearly. On the other hand, the acceptance, healing and grace that Jesus shows – and the response in worship of those who have been made to see by Christ’s touch – is the mark of those who “live in the light”. Our choice, then, as individuals and as Church, is whether we will allow God’s light to change how we see, or whether we will go through the motions and continue to see as the rest of society does, while claiming falsely that we see as God does. Perception is everything. It’s not just what we see or don’t see, but how we interpret what we see that determines our actions, our responses and our beliefs. We can look at the poor and see unfortunate victims of circumstance, or lazy people who refuse to work, or dignified human beings making the most of a tough situation. We can look at climate science and see a natural cycle which has just happened to hit us now, or human actions putting our planet under pressure. We can look at issues of sexuality, consumption, energy, immigration, health care, abortion, and capital punishment and see every issue from different perspectives. Ultimately, how we determine what we see and what it means must flow from Christ’s example. How did Christ address poverty? How did Christ view the
natural world, sexuality, power, violence, sickness, and human dignity? Of course, even when it comes to Christ there are problems of perspective, but if we are to follow Christ into a world of justice, we will have to wrestle with these questions and not see them as outside of the realm of faith. Of course, once we have seen, we also have the task of helping others – our leaders, our neighbors, our children – to see as well. We can do this through coercion (like the religious leaders tried with the man Jesus healed) or we can do it through simple gracious action that opens eyes, as Jesus did. Of one thing we can be certain, though, if we are to learn from this week’s readings: we do not see, in our natural human capacity, as God does, and so if we are beginning to see clearly, it will almost certainly lead us to see the world and its systems differently from the dominant view. And this seeing, will inevitably work itself out in a new way of navigating the world as well, as we recognize the need and the calling for us to act on what we see. In our daily lives we all make choices (consciously or subconsciously) about what we will see and what we won’t. It’s tempting to choose not to see the suffering and injustice in our world – to switch off the news and to ignore reports of grief, war and trauma. It’s tempting to avoid seeing certain people and to allow them to just blend in with the landscape, removing their need and struggle from our vision. It’s tempting to avoid seeing God’s truth and grace in those with whom we disagree and whom we would rather see as “all bad”. It’s tempting to avoid seeing the brokenness in those we support and with whom we agree and to see them as “all good”. It’s tempting to avoid seeing the resources, the opportunities and the capacity we have for making a difference, and to rather believe we can do nothing. But, if we have really seen Jesus, and if we have truly seen God’s reign proclaimed and manifest in Christ, then we have to confront how we see things and allow God’s grace and mercy, God’s truth and justice to change our seeing and shed light on our world, our relationships and our neighborhoods. And, once again, our seeing must be informed by God’s different perspective where the greatest are the least, and where everyone – even a young shepherd boy, or a carpenter from the countryside – can make significant differences in the world.
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Farmers & Merchants State Bank presented the Langdon Area Baseball Board with a $2,000 donation to be used towards the upgrade of their fields, equipment and sprinkler system to the American Legion Field. Currently the baseball board is looking to raise $10-15,000 for these projects. Pictured above from l-r: Holly Lyons and Sandie Mack of the baseball board, Steph Nelson of FM Bank, Darrin Romfo with the baseball board, Karen Stremick and Patrick Rime of FM Bank.
St. Alphonsus thanks community for help raising $11,510.00 through Catholic Schools Raffle program The students, parents, teachers and staff of St. Alphonsus extend a message of gratitude to the Langdon community for helping them achieve fundraising success through the 2020 Catholic Schools Raffle program. The school was able to raise $11,510.00 through the program in ticket sales and donations. From January 17 to March 1, students at St. Alphonsus sold raffle tickets at $5 each to raise funds for their school. Costs to run the raffle are provided by sole sponsor Catholic United Financial so every dollar raised by ticket sales stays with this school. The fundraiser came to an official close on March 12 with the prize drawing ceremony during which winners of $40,000 in prizes, from gift cards and vacations to a brand new Buick Encore SUV, were announced by guest emcees Super Bowl Champion Matt Birk and Miss
Minnesota 2019 Kathryn Kueppers. When St. Alphonsus’s total is added together with the other 88 participating schools in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota, the 2020 Catholic Schools Raffle raised more than $1.3 million -- a new annual record for the program -- and a cumulative total of $9.8 million since the program began in 2009. “All the credit goes to students, families and parish and school staff, and the wonderful communities that support them,” said Harald Borrmann, president of Catholic United Financial. “It is an honor for us to show our unconditional support of Catholic education through this program year after year.” Based in St. Paul, Minn., raffle sponsor Catholic United Financial provides all the prizes and promotion materials for the Raffle result-
Munich releases honor roll The following is a list of both the “A” & “B” Honor Roll Students for the 3rd Quarter of the 20192020 School Year. To be on the “A” Honor Rolla student must obtain a quarterly GPA of 3.5 or higher, have not grade below a B- and no more than one letter grade below an A-. To be on the “B” Honor Roll, a student must obtain a quarterly GPA of 3.0-3.49, have not letter grade below a C- and no more than one grade below a BSeniors A – Hanna Haider, Logan Harder, Nichole Hettwer, Marisa Peebles and Rachel Weston B – Joshua Hettwer and Brett Myers Juniors B – Lauren Baril, Dawson Biby,
Isak Dease and Jagger Worley Sophomores A – Whitney Pankratz and Ashley Perry B – Shaun Goeser and Jacob Pollestad Freshman A – Taryn Amble, Amelia Hall, Patrick Haus and Paul Haus B – Halle Jabs and Markus Kingzett Eighth A – Nickolas Kingzett and Emmy Pankratz B – Levi Woodrow Seventh A – Payton Hall and Natalie Perry B – Cody Amble
Langdon Long Ago By Rita Maisel
Column is taking a break To the readers of Langdon Long Ago, I appreciate your following of
this column, but due to COVID-19, I will be following the CDC guidelines for my health and safety. I hope to return to the column once it is safe to do so. Thank you, and I look forward to returning to share the history of Langdon. Stay safe and healthy!
ing in 100 percent profit for the schools. For more information on St. Alphonsus visit www.stalphonsus. k12.nd.us. For more information about the Raffle, plus photos and video, visit www.catholicunitedfinancial.org/raffle/media. Raffle updates can be followed on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CatholicSchoolsRaffle. About Catholic United Financial Catholic United Financial is one of the largest fraternal life insurance associations in the Upper Midwest, serving more than 75,000 members in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Iowa. Catholic United offers life insurance, annuities, and retirement savings products to its members while providing fraternal benefits for Catholic parishes, schools and religious education. StAAR Munich Public School would like to recognize the following students as earning a place on the StAAR (Students Advance Academic Record) list. This list recognizes those students who increased their GPA from Q2 to Q3. Devlin Forschen Ordale Morstad Levi Woodrow Marisa Peebles Dexter Biby Nichole Hettwer Cooper Zimmer Cody Amble Shaun Goeser Emmy Pankratz Logan Harder Dawson Biby Patrick Haus Markus Kingzett Blaine Perry Paul Haus Jacob Pollestad Natalie Perry Nickolas Kingzett* Whitney Pankratz* *Indicates Students who earned a 4.0 both 2nd and 3rd Quarter.
Munich community hosted a blood drive with Vitalant, formerly United Blood Services, on March 9 at Munich Ambulance Building which helped collect a total of 31 units of blood products for patients in need. A total of 26 individuals volunteered to donate blood and 23 individuals were able to donate at the Vitalant blood drive on March 9. A total of eight donors also came forward to donate Power Red Cells (2RBC) which collects two units of red blood cells while returning platelets, plasma and a saline solution back to the donor. There were four people who volunteered for the first time. Vitalant expressed their gratitude to Robert Bubach, who coordinated the drive, and Student Council which sponsored the blood drive, as well as others who assisted the day of the drive: Isak Dease, Jagger Worley, Nichole Hettwer, and Marisa Peebles. Vitalant strives to keep a 5-day supply of every blood type on the shelf at all times to be able to meet the needs of patients across the region. Donations from O-negative
donors, the universal blood type, are especially important this time of year due to increased accidents and trauma cases. Vitalant is the only blood provider to nearly 70 hospitals across the region. The blood supply is dependent on selfless donations from volunteer donors to ensure the lifesaving needs of the region are met. About 30 percent of Vitalant’s blood supply goes to cancer patients across the region and one in seven people entering the hospital will need blood. Those relying on blood in the region receive that lifesaving blood from Vitalant. Donors can make a convenient appointment to give blood at www.bloodhero.com or by calling 877-25-VITAL. With each donation, donors receive a free total cholesterol test and earn points in Vitalant’s donor rewards program. The next blood drive at this location is planned to be held on: July 9, 2020. Blood donation takes about an hour from check-in to refreshments. Donors can save about 20 minutes by completing their Health History Questionnaire the day they donate on www.vitalant.org.
Girls in the senior class of Langdon Area High School are encouraged to apply for the P.E.O. Memorial Scholarship(s) being offered by Chapter U of the P.E.O. Sisterhood of Langdon. Scholarships will be $600 per award. Interested girls should contact Marnie Thielbar at Langdon Area High School for application guidelines and are asked to submit the final application to Pam Luhmann by April 24. The scholarship(s) will be
awarded at the awards program at LAHS in May. This scholarship originated when Chapter U received a bequest from Fred E. Hawley in memory of his wife, Chelta Hamilton Hawley. Since then additional bequests have been received in memory of Bernice Price and Martha Devold. These funds all go directly to further the education of capable young women of Langdon.
P.E.O. Scholarship available to senior girls
Chamber News
By Morgan Zeis Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce Board President
Hello - Things are sure looking a lot different than they were a few weeks ago. Community events are at a virtual stand-still, so I am going to use this space to remind you what the CDC is recommending to help contain COVID-19. • Practice Social Distancing (6 feet) • Wash your hands well & oftenat least 20 seconds • Avoid touching your face
• Stay home if you are sick • Cover coughs and sneezes • Frequently clean and disinfect your workplace and home • If you think you are sick, call BEFORE you go into the hospital or clinic While things are very uncertain right now, it is amazing to see our community come together. If you are needing any assistance, please call the Cavalier County Social Service Office at (701)256-2175. You can contact Barb at the Chamber office or visit our Facebook page for details on upcoming events or if you would like to become a chamber member.
CLOSED FOR THE SEASON: After careful thought and discussion in light of the rapidly changing circumstances, we have made the decision to close for the 2019/2020 winter season. Howatt Hangar Bar and Grill will be closed until further notice also our Snow Scramble have been canceled on March 29. It is with a heavy heart that we have reached this decision. As always, the safety of our guests and staff is our primary concern. We at Frost Fire feel the need to do our part in limiting the spread of the virus. On behalf of the Pembina Gorge Foundation & Staff at Frost Fire Park, we want to thank each and every one of our guests who made this first winter season a great one. We are looking forward to next season already! Continue following us via social media and our website for future events, Summer Theatre and Downhill Mountain Biking.
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Paul Bonaime is shown building an elevator. Well, not really. He is shown painting a picture of the Altona, Manitoba, elevator in acrylic paints, along with the boxcars, semis and railroad tracks. In the background you can see part of the city of Altona. Paul has been with the Brush Bunch since 2015, and we enjoy his company very much. At home Paul works in his shop and often brings some of his projects to show and share with us. Paul was born in Fargo and, as a baby, was placed with Catholic Family Services. He was later adopted by Lewis and Alma Bonaime of Neche. In September of 2019, I reported on some of Paul‘s accomplishments with the VA in Fargo by winning the best oil painting in 2017, best acrylic in 2018 along with the “Best in Show“ in 2019. The last of the paintings hangs in his workshop in Neche. We are still proceeding with plans for our Art Show and Sale for 2020. “Whatever happens happens!“ Some things we will never understand: why doesn‘t Buick rhyme with Quick? Stay healthy, and God Bless! by Leo Beauchamp
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We are asking high risk groups, which includes patients older than 60 and anyone with a chronic medical condition or have a family member with a chronic medical condition, to call ahead and have medications mailed or delivered. 256-3330 Langdon Community Drug *Please consider picking up your cough/cold fever medications prior to getting sick.
Sports
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Cardinals boys finish season taking 3rd place at Region 4 Tourney
Cavalier County Republican
End with 18-6 record; Grant Romfo named to All-Region 4 Team By JAKE KULLAND Republican Sports Writer The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals boys basketball team entered the 2020 Region 4 Boys Basketball Tournament held in Devils Lake March 9-12 as the second seed out of District 8, and they had high hopes of advancing to their first State B Tourney since 1996. They came up one game short of achieving that goal, beating Benson County 46-41 in the opening round, losing to eventual Region 4 Champion Four Winds-Minnewaukan 74-43 in the semifinals, and then ending their season with a win over Dunseith in the third place game 74-63. After the dust settled, the Cards finished their season with an 18-6 record which is their best in years. Seniors Jackson Delvo, Ordale Morstad, Blaine Perry, Arik Christianson, Brennan Kitchin and Wyatt Kartes all finished great careers with Cardinals boys basketball. Junior Grant Romfo was named to the AllRegion 4 team, while Bo Belquist of New Rockford-Sheyenne was named Region 4 Senior Athlete of the Year and FW-M Indians coach Rick Smith was given the award for Region 4 Coach of the Year. Unfortunately for the Indians, due to the threat and spread the coronavirus, the State B has been suspended and may or may not be made up. Here is a recap of the Cardinals' three games at Regionals: Langdon-Edmore-Munich 46, Benson County 41 In their game with the Wildcats, credit Benson County coach and former Cardinal Dan Treleaven for coming up with a great game plan, and that was to try and slow the Cardinals down. That worked for the first half, as the Wildcats built a 26-23 lead at halftime. Langdon-Edmore-Munich has been known for their tough, physical defense all year and that showed up in the third quarter when they held Benson County to just five points. This allowed the Cards to grab a 35-31 lead after three quarters. Neither team shot the ball well with both at around 30 percent for the game. The Cardinals had several chances to put the game away, but it came down to the wire, and they hung on to win. The difference for the Cards, along with their defense, was that they went 15 of 18 from the free line with several attempts coming in crunch time. Grant Romfo had a monster game for Langdon-Edmore-Munich going 6 of 8 from the field while popping in three 3-pointers and also going 7 of 7 from the line. He had a game high 22 points and also pulled down 13 rebounds. Jackson Delvo added 11 points and dished out four assists. Blayne Anderson had 20 points for the Wildcats. Four Winds-Minnewaukan 74, Langdon-Edmore-Munich 43 In the semifinals against the top-ranked Indians, the Cardinals looked forward to a competitive
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LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 46, BENSON COUNTY 41 BC -- 15 11 5 10 -- 46 LEM -- 13 10 12 11 -- 41 Langdon-Edmore-Munich -Grant Romfo 22, Jackson Delvo 11, Ordale Morstad 6, Simon Romfo 4, Blaine Perry 3 Benson County -- Blayne Anderson 20, Carter Tandeski 10, Kadin Neppl 7, Chase Benson 3, John Fischer 1 Rebounds -- LEM: 32 (G. Romfo 13); BC: 29 Assists -- LEM: 10 (Delvo 4); BC: 10 Steals -- LEM: 7; BC: 6 Turnovers -- LEM: 15; BC: 12 Field goal percentage -- LEM: 13/42 (31%); BC: 14/34 (30%) Free throw percentage -- LEM: 15/18 (83%); BC: 8/15 (53%)
game, as the two teams played to a 55-51 contest at Fort Totten earlier in the season. A Jackson Delvo 3-pointer opened the game, but the Indians would come back and take a 15-9 lead after the first quarter. In the second quarter FW-M threw up a zone press that shockingly bothered the Cardinals majorly. Combine a number of turnovers with the Indians shooting 12 for 15 in the second quarter for 75 percent (!), and that put the Cards away. The Indians outscored Langdon-Edmore-Munich 30-10 in the second and led 4519 at the half. The teams played just about even in the second half. FW-M shot 60 percent for the game compared to just 25 percent for the Cardinals. Delvo was the only player in double figures with 14 points for the Cards, while sophomore Jayden Yankton led the Indians with 24 points, 17 of which came in the second quarter. Langdon-Edmore-Munich 74, Dunseith 63 The game with the Dragons had almost an exhibition feel to it, as the two teams put a combined 66 three point attempts up for the game and raced up and down the floor. The first quarter was a track meet, as both team shot the ball well, and the Dragons had a 28-23 lead behind 15 first quarter points from Treagan Azure, while Jagger Worley put in nine for the Cards. Trailing 40-36 at the half, the Cardinals had four players- Jackson Delvo, Ordale Morstad, Blaine Perry and Arik Christianson- each knock down a 3-pointer to give Langdon-Edmore-Munich the lead at 56-47 after three quarters. Delvo
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FOUR WINDS-M 74, LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 43 LEM -- 9 10 12 12 -- 43 FWM -- 15 30 16 13 -- 74 Langdon-Edmore-Munich -Jackson Delvo 14, Ordale Morstad 9, Simon Romfo 7, Grant Romfo 5, Brennan Kitchin 3, Blaine Perry 1 Four Winds-Minnewaukan -Jayden Yankton 24, Doug Yankton 13, Bronson Walter 12, Jonah Jackson 10, Roger Yankton 5, Caelen Lohnes 4, Jerry Lenoir 2, Keldon Keja 2, Jacob LaRock 2 Rebounds -- LEM: 27 (S. Romfo 7); FWM: 30 (D. Yankton 6) Assists -- LEM: 6; FWM: 15 Steals -- LEM: 3; FWM: 7 Turnovers -- LEM: 21; FWM: 11 Field goal percentage -- LEM: 13/41 (25%); FWM: 31/52 (60%) Free throw percentage -- LEM: 15/25 (60%); FWM: 10/12 (83%)
and Morstad each had another long range bomb in the fourth to help the Cards pull away. Senior Wyatt Kartes came in and got a key basket down the stretch to preserve the win. Five Cardinals would get into double figures -- Delvo had 15, Grant Romfo 14, Worley 11, with Morstad and Simon Romfo each netting 10. Delvo had a great allaround end to his career with a team high seven rebounds and five assists. Azure finished with 27 for the Dragons.
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LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 74, DUNSEITH 63 D -- 28 12 7 16 -- 63 LEM -- 23 13 20 18 -- 74 Langdon-Edmore-Munich -Jackson Delvo 15, Grant Romfo 14, Jagger Worley 11, Simon Romfo 10, Ordale Morstad 10, Blaine Perry 7, Arik Christianson 5, Wyatt Kartes 2 Dunseith -- Treagan Azure 27, Sage Williams 18, Gabe Davis 6, Ethan Morin 4, Brenton Longie 3, Chad Parisien 2 Rebounds -- LEM: 42 (G. Romfo 12, Delvo, S. Romfo 7); D: 31 (Azure 15) Assists -- LEM: 16 (G. Romfo 6, Delvo 5); D: 9 Steals -- LEM: 2; D: 3 Turnovers -- LEM: 6; D: 8 Field goal percentage -- LEM: 28/67 (42%); D: 26/63 (41%) Free throw percentage -- LEM: 9/10 (90%); D: 1/2 (50%)
Photos by Larry Stokke More photos can be found at www.picturethisphotos.smugmug.com
Cavalier County Republican
Jake’s take on sports By Jake Kulland
Corona Virus shuts down all activities Wow, what a difference a week makes. Last time we visited, it was the Championship Night for the Region 4 Boys Basketball Tournament, and all "seemed" to be well. Just seven days later as we write this column, schools are closed and activities have been shut down. The biggest event is the 2020 State Class B Boys Basketball Tournament in Bismarck, which was supposed to be held March 19-21. That has been what is called suspended, with hopes of playing sometime yet this school year, although the chances of that happening are very slim. This has been such a wild week, as things seem to change hourly. But it is always best to side with precaution, and that's why all of these steps are necessary. There is still a lot of skepticism out there of just how bad this virus will be, and how far it will spread. The couple of weeks will be key in that respect. But the possibility for school not to resume this year and with it all activities cancelled is a very real. Let's hope things either change or get better soon so that doesn't happen. Jocelyn Dinius and Fallyn Freije has college careers come to end quickly We all certainly feel for anyone involved in spring or winter activities that came to and end, and two come to mind in NDSU senior Jocelyn Dinius and Montana State senior Fallyn Freije. Dinius, a Langdon native was in her final year with Bison women's track with word came down from the NCAA that everything would be cancelled due to the virus. Jocelyn placed in both the pole vault and the 60 meter dash in the Summit League meet last year, and was hoping to end her career on a big note, but now that isn't going to happen. Freije, an Edmore native, was to play in the Big Sky Conference championship game on March 13, but that and the rest of the season was cancelled, right when
she was a step away from perhaps appearing with her Bobcats team in the women's version of March Madness. Fallyn had a great season however, as she was named MVP in the Big Sky Conference. And again while it's sad to see their careers end so abruptly, we applaud on great senior seasons and wish them the best of luck in the future. Cardinals boys basketball finishes season with an 18-6 record As we said earlier the Region 4 Boys Basketball Tournament was held in Devils Lake March 9-12. The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals boys basketball had hoped to maybe get their first region title since 1996, but that did not happen as they ran into a buzz saw in the semifinals, losing to eventual champion Four Winds-Minnewuakan. The Indians shot an amazing 60 percent from the field in the victory. After that rough loss, the Cards still rallied to win their last game of the year in the third place game over Dunseith. That gave them a final record of 186, which is the best for a Cardinals program in well over a decade. So while their is some disappointment, the team still has a lot of positives to look back on. And congratulations to Cardinals junior Grant Romfo on being named to the All-Region 4 Team. A complete recap of the Cards games during the regional can be found in this weeks paper. Dakota Spirit Arena closes for the season We will leave you this week with news that the Corona Virus forced an early end to the hockey season at Dakota Spirit Arena. A squirt tournament was to be held the weekend of March 21, but has been cancelled and will not be made up. Also the annual Old Timers Hockey Tournament also has been cancelled, as has the annual banquet for the Hockey Boosters. Boosters president Dallas Witzel told us that individual teams would have their banquets or parties after the virus threat subsides. He said they didn't want to take any chances with anyone's health, so they will just fresh once again next winter. Stay Safe! Stay Healthy! and "See ya!" next week!
Prairie Doc® Perspectives: Work together to contain COVID-19 By Andrew Ellsworth, MD With the coronavirus causing school to be cancelled, my son brought his schoolwork home. He shared with us a Greek mythology worksheet about Pandora’s Box. If you aren’t familiar, the Greek god Zeus gave a wedding present to beautiful Pandora but instructed her not to open it. Like many of us, impatience and curiosity got the best of her and she opened it anyway which caused a lot of new problems. Similarly, with Covid-19, this new virus is already out of the box. This is a global pandemic and we are being asked to be patient and conform to social distancing to help slow down the spread. This is our current challenge. Every day we hear about sporting events, concerts, schools, and travel plans being cancelled. This is the best-known method to slow the spread of Covid-19. The less we are mixing and mingling, the less the virus is spreading. When we slow the spread, we give our healthcare systems the best chance at having the resources on hand to keep up with the number of people who need help at any given time. In areas of the world where cases of Covid-19 were allowed to spike, the healthcare systems are overwhelmed. Some hospitals don’t have enough beds, enough ventilators, enough medicine to treat everyone that needs help. They don’t have enough masks and gowns to protect their staff. In these situations, doctors
are having to decide who gets treatment, and who doesn’t. Thankfully, of those who become infected, possibly 80 percent will have only mild symptoms. Some may not have symptoms at all. However, we need to understand that some will become very sick and some will die. Unlike influenza, Covid-19 is a new virus. Therefore, none of us have immunity from the past or from immunizations. There is no herd immunity. That is why events are cancelled. That is why social distancing is urged. Since most people will only have mild symptoms and some people may not have symptoms at all, the virus can be spread easily without us realizing it. We all need to be patient and follow the instructions from health officials. By doing so, we can hopefully prevent a large spike of a lot of sick people at once and avoid a worst-case scenario. My son’s main impression from his school lesson was that despite the sickness and problems that were released, Pandora closed the lid and held hope inside the box. I have hope that together we will contain this virus and, in the end, this, too, shall pass. Andrew Ellsworth, MD is part of The Prairie Doc® team of physicians and currently practices family medicine in Brookings, South Dakota. For free and easy access to the entire Prairie Doc® library, visit www.prairiedoc.org and follow Prairie Doc® on Facebook, featuring On Call with the Prairie Doc® a medical Q&A show streamed most Thursdays at 7 p.m. central.
Sports
Monday, March 23, 2020 – Page 9
All-Region 4 team
The following were named to the All-Region 4 team: Dakota Prairie - Tyler Loe; Four Winds-Minnewaukan - Bronson Walter, Doug Yankton; St. John - Bradley Defender, Zack Anderson; Dunseith - Treagan Azure; Warwick - Paul Thiele; Langdon-Edmore-Munich - Grant Romfo; Benson County - Carter Tandeski; New Rockford-Sheyenne - Bo Belquist. Photo by Larry Stokke.
Second place finish
Langdon Blades placed second in the NDAHA State Bantam B1 Tournament in Williston March 13-15. Langdon beat North Stars 6-4 then Minot in double overtime 4-3 then lost to Crosby 5-2 in the championship game.
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Public Notice
Behavioral Health Division offers resources to support the behavioral health of North Dakotans during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak The outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) can be stressful for people and communities. The North Dakota Department of Human Services’ Behavioral Health Division is offering resources to support North Dakotans’ behavioral health during this time. The information is available online at www.behavioralhealth.nd.gov/covid-19. “It is natural to feel anxiety and worry during this outbreak,” said Pamela Sagness, the Behavioral Health Division director. “It is important to take some time to take care of our own behavioral health and look out for those most vulnerable in our community.” Resources include tips for managing anxiety and stress, impacts of COVID-19 on individuals with a behavioral health condition and resources for assistance. Individuals with a substance use disorder that need support are encouraged to call Recovery Talk 1-844-44TALK2 to visit with a trained peer support specialist in the state who has lived experience in addiction. Individuals struggling with thoughts of suicide can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. FirstLink 2-1-1 is available for listening and support, referrals to resources or help and crisis inter-
Notice Notice of Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) will conduct a public hearing on Monday, April 6, 2020, at the WSI Board Room, Century Center, 1600 East Century Avenue, Bismarck, North Dakota, at 11:00 AM at which time and place all persons will be heard regarding the proposed changes to premium rates and rate classification manual in accordance with NDCC §65-04-01. These changes will be on file and may be reviewed or copied on any working day between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., at WSI in Bismarck. A copy may be requested by phone by calling (701) 328-3812 or by writing to: Workforce Safety & Insurance Attention: Marguerite Rath 1600 East Century Avenue, Suite 1 P.O. Box 5585 Bismarck, ND 58506-5585 (701) 328-3812 Written data, views or arguments concerning the proposed changes or adoptions may be sent to WSI at the above address. The closing date for receipt and consideration of all written or oral submissions is close of business Monday, April 13, 2020. If you plan to attend the public hearing and will need special facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact WSI at the above telephone number or address at least five days prior to the public hearing. Dated this 12th day of March, 2020 Barry Schumacher Chief of Employer Services M23 _______________________________
Notice of Sale NOTICE OF SALE
Case No. 10-2019-CV-079 IN DISTRICT COURT, CAVALIER COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA ALAN ROBERT OTTO and LORI ANN OTTO, husband and wife; ALAN ROBERT OTTO, as trustee of the OVERLOOK IRREVOCABLE TRUST; OTTO TRUCKING, INC., an Arizona corporation; OTTO LOGISTICS, LLC, an Arizona limited liability corporation; OTTO LOGISTICS OF COLORADO, LLC, an Arizona limited liability corporation; SUPERSTITION TRAILERS, LLC, an Arizona limited liability corporation; 4A EQUIPMENT, LLC, an Arizona limited liability corporation; OTTO TRANSPORTATION, LLC, an Arizona limited liability corporation; 6886 PROPERTIES, LLC, an Arizona limited liability corporation; 6886 AVIATION, LLC, an Arizona limited liability corporation, Plaintiffs, vs. MARK WILLIAM OTTO and TAMELA JEANETTE OTTO, husband and wife; MARK WILLIAM OTTO, as trustee of the AOM IRREVOCABLE TRUST, Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE [¶1] A Foreign Judgment in the amount of $740,181.65 from the Superior Court of the State of Arizona in and for the County of Maricopa that was entered in favor of the Plaintiffs against the Defendant was filed with the Clerk of Court of Cavalier County, North Dakota on October 31, 2019. [¶2] Notice is hereby given pursuant to said Judgment and the Execution of Judgment dated February 21, 2020 which was issued by
vention. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline is also available to provide crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or humancaused disasters. Individuals can call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746. TYY 1-800-846-8517 for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Sagness said, “During this time of social distancing, individuals may feel isolated, which can contribute to poor behavioral health. We can all play a role in supporting
those around us, reaching out using technology or even sending someone a handwritten note.” The Department of Human Services’ Behavioral Health Division is responsible for reviewing and identifying service needs and activities in the state’s behavioral health system to ensure health and safety, access to services and quality services. It also establishes quality assurance standards for the licensure of substance use disorder program services and facilities and provides policy leadership in partnership with public and private entities. For more information, visit www.behavioralhealth.nd.gov.
City of Wales
Equalization Meeting Monday, April 6 • 5 p.m. • Wales Fire Hall
Notice of Annual Meeting and Election Osnabrock Rural Fire Protection District Monday, March 30, 2020, 10 a.m. Osnabrock Fire Hall, Osnabrock, ND Election of Directors from Loam and Manilla Townships whose present terms are expiring. Action will be taken on any other business which may come up at this time.
NOTICE OF NEKOMA CITY ELECTION June 9, 2020
Notice is hereby given: That on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 an election will be held in the City of Nekoma, by mail-in ballot only, for the purpose of electing the following positions: MAYOR
for a term of four years.
Monday, March 23, 2020 – Page 11
LANGDON RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING
DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS OUR REGULAR ANNUAL MEETING IS CANCELLED JAY DUBOIS, SECRETARY
Calvin Rural Fire District
AN NUAL M E E T IN G Thursday, March 26 6 p.m. at Kyle’s Place
City of Nekoma Property Assessment Equalization Meeting
Tuesday, April 7, 2020 • 7 p.m. Nekoma City Hall Meeting Room Assessment appeals may be called in or written to the city.
NOTICE OF MILTON CITY ELECTION JUNE 9, 2020
Notice is hereby given: That on Tuesday June 9, 2020 an Election will be held in the city of Milton for the purpose of Electing the following positions: (2) Alderman Positions both are 4 year terms (1) Mayor Position 4 year term
TWO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS each for a term of four years.
For petitions to place your name on the ballot please contact Milton city Auditor, Maria Schiestel 496-3141. Petitions must be turned in to the Milton City Auditor by 4 p.m. on April 6, 2020.
NOTICE OF OSNABROCK CITY ELECTION
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING NORTHEAST REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT
Petitions to place your name on the ballot may be obtained from City Auditor Gary Verke & must be turned into the City Auditor by 4 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2020
JUNE 9, 2020
Notice is hereby given: That on Tuesday June 9, 2020 an Election will be held in the city of Osnabrock for the purpose of Electing the following positions: (1) Alderman Position – 4 year term (2) Alderman Positions – 2 year term (1) Mayor Position – 4 year term (2) Park Board Member – 2 year term For petitions to place your name on the ballot please contact Osnabrock city Auditor, Maria Schiestel 496-3141. Petitions must be turned in to the Osnabrock City Auditor by 4 p.m. on April 6, 2020. the Cavalier County Clerk of Court to the Cavalier County Sheriff, I am to satisfy this judgment with the Defendants’ personal property and if sufficient personal property cannot be found, the judgment should be settled out of the real property in Cavalier County. As the judgment debtors do not reside in Cavalier County, I am unaware of any personal property to be sold. Therefore, I will sell the hereinafter described real estate to the highest bidder for cash at public auction at the front door of the Courthouse in the City of Langdon, located at 901 3rd Street, in the County of Cavalier, State of North Dakota on April 27, 2020 at 9:30 A.M to satisfy the amount declared due and payable in said Judgment, with interests and costs thereon and the costs and expenses of such sale or so much thereof as the proceeds of such sale applicable thereto will satisfy. [¶3] The premises to be sold pursuant to the Execution of Judgment and this Notice are located in Cavalier County, North Dakota and are described as follows: As recorded in Document No. 223671: Undivided ½ interest in and to the following: SUBLOT 1 of the North Half of the Southeast Quarter (N½SE¼) and of the South Half of the Northeast Quarter (S½NE¼) of Section Two (2), Township One Hundred Fifty-nine North (159N) Range Fifty-nine West (59W) of the Fifth Principal Meridian, in Cavalier County, North Dakota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section 2; thence northerly along the east line of said Sec-
tion 2 having an assumed bearing of N0°00’00”E a distance of 1940.0 feet to the point of beginning; thence N89°28’00”W a distance of 1343 feet; thence N0°00’00”E a distance of 865.00 feet; thence S89°28’00”E a distance of 1343.00 feet to the east line of said Section 2; thence S0°00’00”E along said east line a distance of 865.00 feet to the point of beginning; AND All that part of the Northeast Quarter (NE¼) , the Southeast Quarter (SE¼), the East Half of the Northwest Quarter (E½NW¼), and the East Half of the Southwest Quarter (E½SW¼); All of Section Two (2), Township One Hundred Fifty-nine North (159N) Range Fifty-nine West (59W) of the Fifth Principal Meridian, in Cavalier County, North Dakota, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Section 2; thence North along the east line of said Section 2 for a distance of 141.16 feet; thence S89°52’49”W 36.89 feet; thence S89°52’49”W 957.93 feet; thence N77°54’03”W 845.52 feet; thence N02°24”09”E 382.50 feet; thence N75°52’59”W 491.80 feet; thence N30°40’25”W 407.25 feet; thence N04°44’37”W 166.23 feet; thence N21°19’43”W 241.39 feet; thence N01°34’16”E 1149.86 feet; thence S89°16’14”W 593.62 feet; thence N03°49’05”W 246.98 feet; thence N21°34’45”W 275.99 feet; thence N80°06’03W 229.88 feet; thence N02°59’47”W 887.65 feet; thence N19°59’36”W 157.46 feet; thence N04°48’30”W 327.18 feet; thence S70°46’07”W 318.50 feet; thence S70°46’07”W an approximate distance of 39 feet to the west line of
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The Annual Meeting of Northeast Regional Water District originally scheduled for March 26, 2020 has been CANCELLED. We are following the guidelines of the Federal & State regulations on large gatherings due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. The health and safety of our customers is our number one priority! said E½NW¼; thence southerly along said west line of the E½NW¼ to the south line of said NW¼ ; thence southerly along the west line of the E½SW¼ to the South line of said Section 2; thence easterly along said south line to the point of beginning. The basis of all bearing is the reestablished east line of said Section 2 as an assumed bearing of North and South; AND Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NE¼SE¼); East Half of the Northeast Quarter (E½ NE¼) and the East Half of the West Half of the Northeast Quarter (E½W½NE¼) Section Eleven (11), Township One Hundred Fifty-nine North (159N) Range Fifty-nine West (59W) of the Fifth Principal Meridian, in Cavalier County, North Dakota; AND Tract located in the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE¼SE¼) Section Eleven (11), Township One Hundred Fifty-nine North (159N), Range Fifty-nine West (59W) of the Fifth Principal Meridian, in Cavalier County, North Dakota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said SE¼SE¼ Section 11, thence West 790 feet; thence North 1106 feet; thence West 530 feet; thence North 114 feet; thence East 1320 feet; thence South 1320 feet to the point of beginning; AND Tract located in the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE¼NE¼) Section Fourteen (14), Township One Hundred Fifty-nine North (159N), Range Fifty-nine West (59W) of the Fifth Principal Meridian, in Cavalier County,
North Dakota, described as follows: Commencing at a point 790 feet West and 312 feet South of the Northeast corner of said quarter as the point of beginning; thence North 312 feet; thence East 790 feet; thence South 400 feet, more or less, to the center of the now existing road, thence Northwest parallel to the now existing road to the point of beginning. As recorded in Document No. 230011: ½ interest in and to the following: The Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NE¼SE¼), Section Eleven (11), and Commencing at the Southeast Corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE¼SE¼), Section Eleven (11), Township One Hundred Fiftynine North (159N), Range Fiftynine West (59W) of the 5th P.M., thence West 790 feet, thence North 1206 feet, thence West 530 feet thence North 114 feet, thence East 1320 feet, thence South 1320 feet to the point of beginning, said tract located in the SE¼SE¼, Section 11, Township 159, Range 59. Dated this 17th day of March 2020. SHERIFF OF CAVALIER COUNTY Greg Fetsch Sheriff of Cavalier County, ND By: Cassey A. Breyer (ND ID #07574) Sillers, Laaveg, & Wenzel 908 3rd Street Langdon, ND 58249 Telephone: (701) 256-3717 Facsimile: (701) 256-3720 Email: cbreyer@slwlawyers.com Attorneys for the Plaintiffs M23,30,A6 _______________________________
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Public Notice
Munich Public School Board Minutes
Cavalier County Republican
Munich Public School Board Minutes March 12, 2020 Unapproved Minutes The Munich Public School board meeting was called to order by Chairperson Susan Harder at 7:03 A.M. The school board members that were present: Bobby Foster, Kelan Goeser, Kelly Haaven, Susan Harder, Terry Harder, Chris Pankratz and Jason Wirth. Also present: Robert Bubach, Elaine McArthur and Lois Tohm. Bobby Foster made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Chris Pankratz seconded. Motion carried. Kelly Haaven made a motion to approve the February regular school board minutes and February’s three to five year plan meeting minutes. Jason Wirth seconded. Motion carried. Terry Harder made a motion to approve the bills for payment. Kelan Goeser seconded. Motion carried. ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS____________________ 1,213.35 ATCO INTERNATIONAL__ 290.43 ROBERT BUBACH__________ 80.50 C & L ELECTRIC__________ 808.45 CONNECTING POINT____ 2,201.55 COUNTRY MEDIA, INC.___ 169.74 DECKER EQUIPMENT_____ 104.55 DEVILS LAKE JOURNAL__ 215.80 DEVILS LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL__ _______________________20,062.21 DISCOVERY BENEFITS_____ 50.00 FARMERS UNION OIL OF LANGDON_____________________ 131.25 HARLOW'S BUS SALES, INC_____
_________________________ 404.66 J.W. PEPPER & SON INC.____ 15.24 JS VENDING______________ 487.83 KEVLOTT TESTING SERVICES___ _________________________ 100.00 KARLA KINGZETT_________ 13.47 NORMA JEAN KLEIN_____ 525.23 LEEANN KNUDSON_______ 16.07 LAKE REGION STATE COLLEGE_ __________________________ 39.25 LEGACY COOPERATIVE__ 319.20 LINGO COMMUNICATIONS_____ __________________________ 72.59 MUNICH ELEVATOR & OIL COMPANY___________________ 4,277.78 MUNICH GRADUATION PARTY_ _________________________ 500.00 MUNICH GROCERY______ 198.55 NORTH COUNTRY HEATING____ _________________________ 525.23 NORTHEAST REGIONAL WATER_ _________________________ 183.60 ON THE RUN SERVICE____ 189.62 OTTER TAIL POWER COMPANY_ ________________________5,367.29 POSTMASTER____________ 275.00 PRAXAIR DISTRIBUTION, INC.__ _________________________ 259.33 QUILL CORPORATION____ 125.57 SANFORD HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE________ 34.00 SHARE CORPORATION___ 315.60 UNITED TELEPHONE MUTUAL AID______________________ 240.55 UPS_______________________ 36.76 WEVIDEO INC.___________ 299.00 ZIMMER PLUMBING & HEATING______________________ 242.21 KINETIC LEASING, INC._________ _______________________47,597.00 CULINEX________________ 444.78 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION______________ 283.49 JS VENDING______________ 552.29
LAKEVIEW DAIRY________ 498.98 MUNICH GROCERY_______ 65.59 MUNICH SCHOOL ACTIVITY FUND_____________________ 22.66 SYSCO NORTH DAKOTA, INC.___ ________________________3,304.88 LANGDON AREA SCHOOLS_____ _________________________ 768.00 BERNATELLO'S PIZZA, INC._____ _________________________ 326.64 THE BREAD PAN__________ 55.00 FRESH ALTERNATIVE FUNDRAISING________________ 2,526.50 BARBARA HILL____________ 19.26 JS VENDING______________ 324.76 MUNICH SCHOOL ACTIVITY FUND_____________________ 48.00 LISA MYERS_______________ 21.11 NORTHERN BOTTLING CO______ _________________________ 384.80 MARNEY PANKRATZ_____ 250.00 SODEXO__________________ 87.75 CHRIS SOMMER___________ 49.22 LISA WOODROW_________ 250.00 NDTSA___________________ 630.00 DEAN BUBACH___________ 50.00 CONSUMER REPORTS_____ 20.00 CAVALIER COUNTY MOTOR VEHICLE DEPARTMENT______ 15.00 CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A._ ________________________ 3,119.79 MUNICH AREA COMMUNITY INVESTORS______________ 367.50 JS VENDING_______________ 45.18 LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY______________________ 545.80 BARB KRAM_____________ 187.50 LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY_______________________ 45.38 LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY_______________________ 45.38 COCA-COLA BOTTLING CO. HIGH COUNTRY_________ 400.00 CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A._
________________________1,269.60 Jason Wirth made a motion to approve the financial reports. Kelly Haaven seconded. Motion carried. Chris Pankratz made a motion to approve the second reading of the Correspondence Courses Policy (GACA), Early Graduation Policy (GDAA) and the Personnel Use of District Vehicles Policy (IEAB). Terry Harder seconded. Motion carried. Kelly Haaven made a motion to approve the Lake Area Career and Technology Center Membership for 2020-2021 school year. Kelan Goeser seconded. Motion carried. Bobby Foster made a motion to approve the open enrollment forms for Josh & Cindy Martin family and Jeremy and Jenna Martin family. Jason Wirth seconded. Motion carried. Terry Harder made a motion supporting the Grad Party Committee’s decision to have an on duty cop and the breathalyzer at the Grad Party. Bobby Foster seconded. Motion carried. The school board election filing deadline is April 6, 2020 at 4:00 P.M. Kelly Haaven made a motion to approve the first reading of the Fringe Benefits Policy. Bobby Foster seconded. Motion carried. Chris Pankratz made a motion to approve the Tobacco-Free Schools & Workplaces Violations by the Public Policy (ABBA-BR), Website Accessibility Concerns, Complaints and Grievances Policy (ABDA-BR2), Criteria for Granting Parent Offenders Privileges to Enter School Property Policy (ACCA-BR), Rules
of Decorum at Board Meetings Policy (BCBA-BR), Family and Medical Leave Regulations Policy (DDAABR) and the Personnel Records Review Procedure Policy (DI-BR). Terry Harder seconded. Motion carried. Bobby Foster made a motion to offer Robert Bubach and Jean Klein a 4% salary increase for 2020-2021 school year contract. Chris Pankratz seconded. Motion carried. Kelly Haaven made a motion to offer the ancillary staff a 3.5% salary increase for the 2020-2021 school year intent to rehires. Chris Pankratz seconded. Motion carried. Bobby Foster made a motion to offer the bus drivers that have a CDL with passenger endorsement $46 per trip and the bus drivers without the CDL with passenger endorsement $43 per trip for the school year 2020-2021. Jason Wirth seconded. Motion carried. The superintendent’s second evaluation for the school year 20192020 was completed by the school board members. The next school board meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at 7:00 A.M. Chris Pankratz made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:48 A.M. Terry Harder seconded. Motion carried. Respectively Submitted, Chairperson Business Manager M23 _______________________________
March 3, 2020 Present: Cindy Stremick, Dawn Kruk, Chris Olson, Steve Olson, Dave Hart, Tyler Feist, Tiffany Hetletved, Daren Christianson (Supt.), Stephanie Hochhalter (MS/HS Principal), Todd Hetler (Elem. Principal), and Shauna Schneider (Bus. Mgr.). Cindy Stremick called the March 3, 2020 Special Board meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Visitors: Ashley Hennings, Kayla Lee, Amy Kram, Linda Hope, Alex Quintane, Christina Crockett, and Kathy Rueger. Visitors were welcomed. The Board reviewed the February 18, 2020 minutes. Dave Hart made a motion to approve the February 18, 2020 minutes with no corrections. Tyler Feist seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Aanderud, Krista, Reimburse 21st Century Supplies___________ 37.47 Aanderud, Krista, 21st Century STEAM Camp Supplies_____ 123.95 ACT, 14 Workkeys for Scoring_____ _________________________ 211.50 Advanced Business Methods, February 2020 Copier/Printer Leases__ ________________________3,644.55 Amazon Credit Plan, Jan/Feb 2020 Amazon Charges__________ 778.91 American Family Life, February 2020 AFLAC Bill__________ 3,047.30 AmeriPride Linen Services, February 2020 Mops/Rugs/Rags_______ _________________________ 153.26 Askvig, Ethen, Activity Driver Payment Adjustments__________ 97.87 Askvig, Jayla, NDSA Training Mileage/Meal_________________ 485.25 Blick Art Materials, In/Out Kathy
Rueger____________________ 57.50 Blumhagen, McKenzie, Activity Driver Payment Adjustments______ _________________________ 171.12 Braunberger, Jordan, Reimbursement for Fuel in Rolette______ 98.85 Bread Pan, The, Bread Purchases for FACS______________________ 21.19 C & M Home Marketing, Business Office Tower Repair_________ 65.00 Catholic Charities North Dakota, February 2020 Contracted Counselor Fees________________ 1,950.00 Christianson, Daren, Feb/March 2020 Mileage Reimbursements____ _________________________ 664.70 City of Langdon, February 2020 Water, Sewer, Garbage Fees____ 762.20 Cobblestone Inn and Suites, Cognia Improvement Team Hotel___ 548.40 Cole Papers, Inc., Sweeper Repairs_ _________________________ 188.21 Comfort Suites - Bismarck, Science Olympiad Lodging________ 252.00 Country Media, Inc., February 2020 Meeting Minutes/Advertisin______ _________________________ 557.21 Dollar General- Regons 410526, LAES Office Supplies________ 14.00 ECOLAB Pest Elimination Division, February 2020 Pest Prevention Program_____________________ 126.30 Farmers & Merchants State Bank, Loan Payment__________ 250,000.00 Farmers Union Oil Co., February 2020 Fuel Expense_________ 375.83 Flink, Tamara J., Activity Driver Payment Adjustments_______ 12.50 Glenn's Appliance Center, Commercial Vacuum Cleaner____ 408.00 Hart, Kim, Activity Driver Payment Adjustments_______________ 50.00 Hartley's School Buses, February 2020 Transportation Bills__ 36,544.38 Hetler, Todd, Activity Driver Pay-
ment Adjustments_________ 100.00 High Point Network, Computer Support Jayla A.____________ 43.75 Hope, Linda, STEM Conference Registration Reimbursed____ 90.00 Horizon Financial Bank, Building Fund Taxes Walsh County____ 6.15 Johnson Controls, Inc., Service Agreement March 2020 - Aug 2020_ ________________________6,421.00 Kram, Amy, Activity Driver Payment Adjustments_________ 185.35 Kram, Curtis, Activity Driver Payment Adjustments__________ 50.00 Lake Region Special Education Unit, Valerie Reyelts MTSS Meetings Sept/Dec_____________ 460.93 Lake Region State College, Med Term Books With Codes___ 1,227.00 Langdon Community Drug, Ear Shields and Burn Cream_____ 16.52 Langdon Hardware and Rental, February 2020 Janitorial Supplies__ __________________________ 43.88 LASD Foundation, George Timian Memorial Donation_________ 50.00 Leevers Foods, February 2020 Food Purchases__________________ 89.95 McKibben, Patti, SRCL Training___ _________________________ 150.00 Minot Public Schools, K.H. Tutoring Services Rendered_________ 205.00 Montana-Dakota Utilities, February 2020 Natural Gas Bills_____1,749.53 Nadeau, Emily, Literacy Professional Development___________ 270.00 ND Center for Distance Education, N.E. & I.A. In/Out Online Classes_ _________________________ 298.00 ND Science Olympiad, ND Science Olympiad Registration_____ 340.00 Network Services Company, February 2020 Janitorial Supplies_______ _________________________ 455.24 Olson, Rich, Activity Driver Pay-
ment Adjustments__________ 75.00 Olson, Tonia, Activity Driver Payment Adjustments__________ 25.00 Ottertail Power Company, February 2020 Electric Bills________13,858.56 Party, Graduation, Grad Party Board Donation__________ 1,000.00 Podhradsky, Alison, Activity Driver Payment Adjustments_______ 37.50 Premium Waters, Inc., February 2020 Water/Water Jugs______ 75.49 President's Education Awards, President's Education Awards_____ _________________________ 110.00 Quality Specialty Products and Printing, Teacher of the Year Certificates______________________ 10.50 Ramkota Hotel & Conferences Center, Elementary Admin Conference Hotel_____________________ 198.00 Region IV Music and Speech, Region IV Instrumental Music Contest Fee______________________ 435.00 Sign-It, Outstanding Girl & Boy Trophies__________________ 238.00 Sporty's, PreSchool Screening Staff Lunch_____________________ 63.50 Start 2 Sew, Reversible Apron FACS Class______________________ 22.30 United Communications, February 2020 Phone Expenses_______ 757.79 VISA - Cardmember Service, February 2020 Credit Card Bill___ 2,477.14 Ward's Science, Science Olympiad Supplies___________________ 24.73 Ricard Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc., Plumbing Repairs_______ _________________________ 198.37 United Communications, Upgrade Wifi System at LAHS & LAES_____ ________________________4,290.50 Old Business: Superintendents Summative Evaluation was reviewed with the Board by Chairman Cindy Stremick. A satisfactory evaluation was recommended. Dave Hart made a motion to approve a satisfactory evaluation for Superintendent Daren Christianson. Chris Olson seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Building and Grounds Committee reviewed with the Board their recommendations to move the building levy vote from June to October. There was discussion on different options and timelines for projects. A $500,000 security grant was discussed with 25% match required. Key fobs and building access were discussed. There will be a policy and procedures put in place for staff and nonstaff access. The Board is requesting hard keys back from employees and the public. There will be a notice in the newspaper. Curriculum Committee met and gave efficiency recommendations to Daren Christianson. New Business: Open enrollment applications were reviewed by the Board. Chris Olson made a motion to accept the open enrollment applications as presented. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Resignation letter from Stephanie Hochhalter was presented and read to the Board. Tiffany Hetletved made a motion to accept Stephanie Hochhalter’s resignation. Chris Olson seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Daren Christianson recommended Tonia Olson’s contract for contemplated nonrenewal due to the lack of or uncertainty of funds. Chris Olson made a motion
to accept Tonia Olson’s contract for contemplated nonrenewal due to the lack of or uncertainty of funds. Tyler Feist seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Dawn Kruk made a motion that a Special School Board meeting held at the Langdon Area High School Board Room on March 16, 2020 beginning at 6:45 p.m. at which time the board will discuss and act upon the contemplated nonrenewal of the current teaching contract of Tonia Olson for the reasons provided by Superintendent Daren Christianson. I also move that the Business Manager provide timely notice to the teacher prior to the hearing. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Daren Christianson recommended Krista Cahill’s contract for contemplated nonrenewal due to the lack of or uncertainty of funds. Chris Olson made a motion to accept Krista Cahill’s contract for contemplated nonrenewal due to the lack of or uncertainty of funds. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Dawn Kruk made a motion that a Special School Board meeting held at the Langdon Area High School Board Room on March 16, 2020 beginning at 7:15 p.m. at which time the board will discuss and act upon the contemplated nonrenewal of the current teaching contract of Krista Cahill for the reasons provided by Superintendent Daren Christianson. I also move that the Business Manager provide timely notice to the teacher prior to the hearing. Chris Olson seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Teacher’s contracts for the 2020-2021 will be offered after the contemplated nonrenewal hearings are completed. Approval for those contracts will be at the next Board meeting. Daren Christianson reviewed the Assistant Business Manager hire, Stephanie Fetsch, with the Board. The three (3) $600 School Board Scholarships given out annually was discussed. The consensus was to have the School Board scholarship applications turned in by April 10, 2020. The Driver’s Ed contract with Jeff Urlaub for this summer was presented to the Board for approval. Dave Hart made a motion to approve Jeff Urlaub’s Driver’s Ed contract for 2020. Steve Olson seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The Grad Party Committee requested a donation for grad party. Dave Hart made a motion to donate $1,000 to the grad party. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The next Board meetings will be Monday, March 16, 2020 at 7:45 p.m. in the School Board Meeting Room. Chris Olson made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Tyler Feist seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Meeting Adjourned. Board President Business Manager DISCLAIMER: These are unofficial minutes as they have yet to be approved by the Board. M23 _______________________________
Langdon Area School Board Minutes
NOTICE OF ANNUAL TOWNSHIP MEETINGS
Township Equalization Meetings will be held at the following times and locations. TOWNSHIP Equalization Date Time Location Alma April 20 1:30 PM Osnabrock Fire Hall Banner April 2 5 PM Ken Weaver Farm Billings April 13 7 PM Winston Johnson’s Bruce April 15 7 PM 8287 94th St. NE, Munich Byron April 21 7:30 PM Hannah Store Cypress April 15 3 PM Del Gage Residence Dresden April 6 7 PM Wales Fire Hall Easby April 15 7 PM Osnabrock Fire Hall East Alma April 13 6 PM Sr. Center, Milton Elgin April 14 1 PM United Telephone Office Fremont April 13 7 PM Walhalla American Legion Glenila April 13 4:30 PM Calvin Fire Hall Gordon April 18 11 AM Alsen Post OFfice Grey April 13 3 PM Rich Flanders Residence Harvey April 8 3 PM Earl Welsh Farm Hay April 13 2-3 PM Tom Balsdon Shop Henderson April 17 1:30 PM Munich Ambulance Center Hope April 9 6 PM Vang Shed Huron April 17 2:30 PM Kevin Dawley Residence Langdon April 14 10 AM Langdon Courthouse Linden April 21 6:30 PM Hannah Cafe Loam April 16 2:30-3:30 PM Cavalier County Courthouse Manilla April 16 1:30 PM Courthouse Meeting Room Minto April 14 5 PM Lynn Domres Shop Montrose April 8 1:30 PM Commissioner Room – Courthouse Moscow April 14 7 PM Steve Ratzlaff Residence Mt. Carmel April 13 5 PM Cavalier County Courthouse Nekoma April 8 10:30 AM Langdon Courthouse North Loma April 8 9-9:30 AM Commissioner Room – Courthouse North Olga April 16 7-9 PM Brian Hardy Farm Osford April 8 10 AM Osnabrock Fire Hall Osnabrock April 13 7 PM Jeff Ormiston Residence Perry April 17 4:30 PM Cavalier County Courthouse Seivert April 2 7 PM Kevin Mueller Residence South Dresden April 15 7 PM Jay Dubois Residence South Olga April 13 12 Noon Cavalier County Courthouse Library Storlie April 22 2 PM David Morstad Residence Trier April 18 9 AM Eugene Goeser Residence Waterloo April 14 6 PM Karry Krahn Residence West Hope April 17 7-8 PM 1210 – 10th Street, Langdon
– THE CLASSIFIEDS –
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED – Bulk truck driver needed at Farmers Union in Lankin and Edinburg. Duties would include farm deliveries and C-Store filling. Home every day, full benefit package includes vacation, 401K, health and life insurance and more. Please apply in the office and talk to Joe or call 701-256-5531 cell phone 370-2022. CDL, Hazmat and experience would be helpful. __________________________ M9Tf
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED – Part-time fertlizer drivers needed at Farmers Union in Langdon, Lankin and Edinburg. Please apply in the office and talk to Joe or call 701-256-5531 cell phone 370-2022. CDL nedded and experience would be helpful. __________________________ M9Tf
HELP WANTED – Part-time C-Store help needed at Farmers Union in Langdon. Flexible hours. Please apply in the office. HELP WANTED – Bulk truck __________________________ M9Tf driver needed at Farmers Union in Langdon. Duties would include, HELP WANTED – Langdon Area farm deliveries, picking up fuel in School District has an opening for Grand Forks or Fargo, deliver to 7-12 Social Studies position. Full our other stores. Home every day, time, $42,000 base salary. Benefits: full benefit package includes vaca- Full single Insurance, 54% of full tion, 401K, health and life insurance family, 65% of Single + Dependent and more. Please apply in the office policy, shared TFFR liability, 10 and talk to Joe or call 701-256-5531 days sick leave, 5 days personal cell phone 370-2022. CDL, Hazmat leave, professional leave, life insurand experience would be helpful. ance policy. Aoaching available. ___________________________J27Tf Send resume’, cover letter and supporting documents to: daren.chrisHELP WANTED – Langdon Area tianson@k12.nd.us School District has an opening for ____________________ M16,23,30Bt High School Principal position. Ten month contract, salary DOE, HELP WANTED – Maple Manor Benefits: Full single Insurance, Care Center has PT dietary aide 54% of full family, 65% of Single + positions open. Perfect after school Dependent policy, shared TFFR position. 15-20 hours per week. liability, 10 days sick leave, 5 days Weekend rotation. Immediate personal leave, professional leave, openings. Apply at 1116 9th Ave in life insurance policy. Send resume’, Langdon or call Mary Perry at 256cover letter and supporting docu- 2987 for more information. ments to: daren.christianson@k12. ____________________ M16,23,30Bt nd.us Open until filled. _____________________ M9,16,23Bt H E L P WA N T E D – Wi t z e l Construction is looking for CDL HELP WANTED – Maple Manor drivers full or part-time. Call 256Care Center is currently accepting 2385. applications for part-time morn- ____________________ M16,23,30Bt ing dietary aide. 2-3 days a week. Please inquire with Mary Perry at HELP WANTED – Cavalier Rural 256-2987 or stop by front desk for Electric Cooperative has an immediapplication. ate full-time opening for a Member ___________________ M9,16,23,30Bt Services/Master Electrician position. Competitive wage with excelHELP WANTED – Gavilon Wales lent benefit package. Send resume Farmers Elevator is seeking a per- to PO Box 749, Langdon ND 58249. son to perform the following tasks For questions, call 701-256-5511. for this spring: deliver NH3 nurse Open until filled. trailers, deliver dry fertilizer to _______________________ M23,30Bt farms, help with treating soybean seed, loading and delivering of HELP WANTED – The Cavalier canola seed and any other tasks County Weed Board is currently that become necessary. Class A CDL looking for individuals to help license preferred, pre-employment with summer weed control. Duties drug testing and background test- include driving, refilling tank with ing is required. Excellent pay for water and refilling ATV spray unit. the right candidate. Call Mark Fisk Applicants MUST have a valid at 701 283 5222 or apply at: Wales driver's license, be 18 or older, be Farmers Elevator, 221 Great Norther willing to work varied hours and St.,Wales, ND 58281. be able to pass a drug and alco_________________ M23,30,A6,13Bt hol screening. Pay is $14.85/hour. Overtime is available. Pick up and HELP WANTED – The Langdon submit applications at Cavalier Country Club is looking to hire County Auditor's office, 901 3rd St., a part-time cook. Tuesday and Langdon, ND 58249. Applications Wednesday evenings and also must be received by May 15, 2020 scheduled events. Call Mark Busse prior to 4 p.m. at 701-305-1000, or Jenny Romfo at ____________________ M23-My11Bt 701-370-0098 for more details. _______________________ M23,30Bt
FOR SALE
FOR SALE – 2 Lots for sale. 1900 block 7th St. Langdon. Call 3829376. _____________________________ Tf FOR SALE – CHAROLAIS (White and Red factor) BULLS and ANGUS BULLS. Big growthy yearlings. Easy going dispositions. Calving ease genetics. Top pedigrees represented. Call for performance records. Board free with delivery possible. Fertility tested. Guaranteed breeders. STARR CHAROLAIS & ANGUS. Bisbee, ND Call Larry at 701-2780330 or Julie at 701-278-0621. ______________________ F10-A13Bt
MISCELLANEOUS
MISCELLANEOUS – The Cavalier County Soil Conservation District is taking tree orders for spring 2020 plantings. If you are interested in putting in Field Windbreaks, Farmstead Windbreaks, Feedlot Windbreaks, Wildlife planting or plantings to beautify your yard, contact our office. We have cost share programs you may qualify for. Stop by the office or call 701256-2484 ext. 3 if interested in doing a tree planting. Find us on Facebook at Cavalier County SCD. _____________________________Tf
HELP WANTED
Pembina County Memorial Hospital
Full-time Clinic LPN/RN Flex-time RN/CNA
Wedgewood Manor
Full-time Cook: every other weekend/rotating holidays Full-time LPN/RN SIGN ON BONUS! Full-time/Part-time CNAs $1,200 Full-Time CNAs $5,000 Full-Time LPN/RN Part/Flex-time RN/LPN Apply online: www.cavalierhospital.com or contact Ann Russell at 701-265-6329 for more information.
TIRE TECHNICIAN WANTED Dahl Truck & Auto in Langdon is looking for a hardworking, self-motivated individual to join our tire shop Responsibilites Include • Perform tire repairs on auto, truck, & Ag equipment • Mounting & Balancing Tires • Operate service truck & perform service calls • Maintain all tools & equipment • Keep a clean & organized work area Call 701-256-3930, Ask for Earl or stop in & pick up an application
Maple Manor Care Center
Long Term Care Director of Nursing Maple Manor Care Center, a 58 bed skilled nursing facility in Langdon currently has an opening for Director of Nursing We are looking for an experienced Director of Nursing to organize and oversee all nursing operations of the facility. You will create and collaborate an efficient work place with attention to quality standards and policies: Applicant requirements: • Current CPR Certificate and RN license in the state of ND. • Experience in a Skilled Long Term setting • Ability to lead and develop nursing staff • Willingness to keep abreast of changing regulations • In depth knowledge of the MDS (Minimum Data Set) • Current computer skills and ability to adapt and educate staff on software upgrades. Applications can be obtained at 1116 9th Ave. in Langdon or contact John at mmoffice@mmcarecenter.com
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Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon
is looking for a Resident Care Coordinator
• Requires a valid North Dakota LPN license • Be self-directed and coordinate services for residents • These include, but are not limited to: **Admission nursing procedures **Resident discharge education **Review CNA’s documentation and educate as needed **Needs to be able to communicate effectively **Be proficient in computer skills **Must be able to work every other weekend on the nursing floor with an occasional night or evening to observe competency skills. ** Must be able to take direction and meet deadlines in a timely manner ** One year at least in long term care setting preferred For more information or application contact John at 701-256-5300 or email mmoffice@mmcarecenter.com
- Statewide Classifieds -
HELP WANTED THE BILLINGS COUNTY School District is looking for an elementary teacher for the upcoming school year. See application information on BCSD website or call Shae Peplinski at 701-623-4363. Open until filled. Veteran’s Preference and EEOE. BOILER OPERATOR/HVAC TECHNICIAN. The primary responsibility of this position is to operate the boilers and cooling plant equipment in a manner that provides a constant reliable volume of steam and chilled water to meet campus needs, as well as maintenance of related equipment. Minnesota First Class Grade B High Pressure Boiler License required. This is a full-time benefit eligible position. To view complete job description and to apply, please visit https:// hr.cord.edu. EOE/AA. Criminal background check required. WECKERLY FARMS, HURDSFIELD, ND, has fulltime, year-round position open for a farm equipment operator. We are seeking individual with experience operating farm equipment: tractors, combines, and sprayers. Mechanical experience required. Ideal candidate for this position is knowledgeable while also willing to learn, self-motivated and team player. We are offering competitive salary and benefit package including health insurance and paid vacation, housing if needed. Contact Chad, 701-793-7382 for more information. Resumes may be emailed to farmerchad@ weckerlyfarms.com
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701.238.5810. Free valuation. MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE LOOKING FOR THE most complete listing of ND Media? Get the ND Media Guide for Only $25! Call 701-223-6397, ND Newspaper Association. AUTOS WANTED DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 701-809-7415. HEALTH/MEDICAL OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR HEALTH INSURANCE IS HERE! Now is the time to save for 2020. We have the best rates from top companies! Call Now! 701-4045823. ATTENTION: OXYGEN USERS! Gain freedom with a Portable Oxygen Concentrator! No more heavy tanks and refills! Guaranteed Lowest Prices! Call the Oxygen Concentrator Store: 701-404-5994. (24/7) CASH SETTLEMENTS Recently diagnosed with LUNG CANCER and 60+ years old? Call now! You and your family may be entitled to a SIGNIFICANT CASH AWARD. Call 701404-5389 today. Free Consultation. No Risk. MISCELLANEOUS WE MAKE IT easy to place an ad in one or all the North Dakota newspapers. One order, one bill, one check. We provide the ad design and tear sheets. Call the North Dakota Newspaper Association, 701-2236397.
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By Daren Christianson Superintendent Langdon Area School Preparing for the new NORMAL The Langdon Area School Board, administration, teachers and support staff have been working diligently in these changing times to plan for education in our community. I am writing this article on Thursday, March 19, 2020, at approximately 8:00 a.m. I feel the need to state the time as things change so quickly. I feel it is also appropriate to say that the content of this article is with the best knowledge and understanding that I have at this moment. The Langdon Area Schools will start providing and supporting educational services on March 23, 2020. The district will facilitate device check-out with the families we serve, and we have been in contact with local internet providers to facilitate communication for the pur-
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pose of getting internet access for our students. There are two plans for offering education in alternate formats. Those plans have been approved by the school board and are submitted with this article for public viewing and the purpose of clarity. We understand that these plans provide a structure but allow for a great deal of flexibility. Issues are going to arise; I cannot stress enough the importance of communicating with your child’s teacher and then administrator if you have concerns or issues. Our intent is to serve students to the best of our ability within the confines of government mandates. We plan to do our best to ensure that student skills do not regress but also understand that rigor will not be the same and should not create undue stress. All our students and staff have access to k12 email accounts, and they will be used for communication. If your child does not know their email and password, contact your elementary child’s teacher or the office. Parents- we have been sending infor-
Subject: Plan for Partial Closure for LASD • Curriculum will be developed for remote access for all students. Curriculum will be tied directly to learning expectations Teachers will account for student participation, follow up and communicate with parents and administration as appropriate. A schedule will be developed for student/parent pick up of supplies and clean out of school locker areas. • Specific student populations will have scheduled onsite access depending on educational needs. (special ed populations, those with limited internet access, other issues as determined by administration) All students and staff will be required to wash hands with soap and water upon entering the building Social Distancing will be utilized Numbers of students assembled in a group will follow guidelines. • A group is defined as a specific classroom or designated space in the school building. • An individual plan of education and strategy will be developed for each student identifying needs, ability and access for each student and family. Administration will work with these families and local representatives to assist with access. The district will assist with access to a device for families as determined appropriate • It is parental responsibility to screen any family member prior to entry into the school building for educational purposes. It is the districts right to screen students who appear ill. (fever, cough, shortness of breath, general feeling unwell) • Staff will work from the school site with allowable flexibility as determined by administration. Electronic submission of work and assignments will be a priority with the understanding that hard copy materials may be needed. • Transportation will be determined by educational plan and specific student/family need and will be organized through the superintendent. • Access to lunch will be determined by need and request of families upon approval for reimbursement. Participation will require those to participate to declare for and pick up meals when their children are not on site. Pick up times will be scheduled Commitment to participation needs to be declared promptly to allow planning and preparation. • Janitorial services will continue to ensure areas with staff and student access have the materials needed and are sanitized. • The district will adhere to all state mandates • As unforeseen conditions arise changes or additions make take place to this document. Subject: Plan for Full Closure for LASD • Curriculum will be developed for remote access for all students. Curriculum will be tied directly to learning expectations Teachers will account for student participation, follow up and communicate with parents and administration as appropriate. A schedule will be developed for student/parent pick up of supplies and clean out of school locker areas. • An individual plan of education and strategy will be developed for each student identifying needs, ability and access for each student and family. Administration will work with these families and local representatives to assist with access. The district will assist with access to a device for families as determined appropriate • Staff will work from the school site with allowable flexibility as determined by administration. Electronic submission of work and assignments will be a priority with the understanding that hard copy materials may be needed. • Access to lunch will be determined by need and request of families upon approval for reimbursement. Participation will require those to participate to declare for and pick up meals when their children are not on site. Pick up times will be scheduled Commitment to participation needs to be declared promptly to allow planning and preparation. • The district will adhere to all state mandates • As unforeseen conditions arise changes or additions make take place to this document. Draft as of 1130 AM, 3-18-2020
mation out electronically and have had many emails bounce back as invalid. Please make sure you update these with your building office if you have not been getting correspondence from the school. Children thrive in routine, so it is my recommendation that working on education tasks be scheduled into their days. There may be specific times where children are asked to check in electronically or possibly in person at the school district buildings as things progress. Unscheduled visits to the school are not allowed and are not acceptable. We have been planning for multiple scenarios that we may have local control over with the understanding that government mandates may change everything. At this point in time, we are more concerned with what we can control within the guidelines provided and will be fluid when the guidelines change. We will get through these historic times. We must be comfortable with knowing we will do our best in these trying times and sometimes things are out of our control. Please make sure you have conversations with your children concerning the assurance that we keep our community members safe and do what is determined to be best practice. Use this time to spend with your children, and as you find learning opportunities or discussions, take advantage of this time.
Notice to Munich Public School From Robert Bubach, Superintendent As of this Thursday morning (March 19, 2020), the governor has not yet made a decision regarding next week. However, with the increase of cases in North Dakota, I find it highly unlikely that we will have regular classes next week. However, I did send out information on Tuesday about the plans for next week. To recap, for next week on Monday morning, we are asking that ONE PERSON from each family come to the school to pick up a homework packet for the next week. Please observe the following requests: 1) Please have the family representative be someone who is feeling "well." 2) Please observe the "social distancing" rule. 3) Please come to the school according to the schedule below. 4) Please do not use this time as a time to socialize. We really want to limit social contact. IF, in the event, school will remain closed for a longer period of time, Munich Public Schools will begin to implement more "online" learning. Some of our teachers are very well set up for this already and are asking their students to begin next week. Some teachers will have to become more inventive in their teaching to accommodate "online" learners. The staff will be here on Monday morning to answer questions or give specific instructions about the homework packet. After which, the staff will be brainstorming to continue to give instruction beyond next week, in the event that is necessary. You
The Northern Lights Arts Council held it's community musical, "Once Upon an Ever After, a Musical Review" March 12-15 at the Roxy Theater in Langdon. Photos by Lori Peterson.
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will also be asked to fill out a paper survey for each family regarding: 1) Do you have a computer at home; 2) Do you have internet access at home; 3) Do you have a printer at home; 4) Do you have a scanner at home; 5) What is the e-mail address where assignments can be sent. If you do not have a computer at home, we will be able to help with that. As far as internet access, once we find out who does not have that capability, we may be able to help you out with that, also. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school (ext. 203). My cell phone is (701)308-0095. Although this is the request, if you cannot come in at the following times, please contact the school. Also, if you truly feel uncomfortable coming in, please call the school. Schedule: Families (parents) whose last name begins with A-F, please come to the school between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m. Families whose last name begins with G to those families whose last name begins with Ha (Haus) between 9:30-10:00 a.m. Families whose last name begins with He (Hettwer) to those families whose last name begins with Mi (Mitzel) from 10:00-10:30 a.m. Families whose last name begins with Mo (Morstad) to those families whose last name begins with P(Perry) from 10:30-11:00 a.m. Finally from 11:00-11:30 a.m., those families whose last name begins with S-Z.
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