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Turn to Page 3 to read about the recent Langdon City Commission meeting. Carrie Hope shares her first St. Alphonsus School news, turn to Page 7 to read her "A Saint's Shout Out".
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The past few decades have seen a substantial increase in the United States public education system focusing more on science, technology, engineering, and mathmatics (STEM) in efforts to keep the United States competitive on the global stage. What started with the No Child Left Behind Act in 2001 was ramped up in the 2015 Every Student Succeeds Act, pushing American schools to increase their efforts to have a STEM-based science curriculum for their students. In the Langdon Area School District (LASD), K-12 Instructional Strategist Kathy Rueger and elementary teacher Alison Podhradsky worked with the school board to update the science curriculum within the Langdon Area Elementary school. The two explained that the science curriculum, at the time, used textbooks from 2010 which follows a step-bystep approach versus the next generation science standards that encourage inquiry and focus more on hands-on learning rather than lecture. The students gained their information strictly from reading about a concept. The new generation of instruction allows for students to use all of their senses to learn. Not only will they
read about it, but they will be able to dig deeper with experiments that were not offered by the past curriculum. “When going through my master’s degree, which focused on STEM, I used our previous curriculum a lot for assignments. When looking at it I understood why science was becoming less desirable,” Podhradsky explained. “The content was dry, and it only offered one experi-
new curriculum to look like and what was currently available to schools. LASD Superintendent Daren Christianson suggested LabLearner as a “fantastic, hands-on, experienced-based science curriculum that reinforces every lesson with handson application of the scientific method”. Christianson shared that with this particular STEM program, students would devel-
ment per chapter.” To begin the search for a new curriculum, a science committee was created. The committee spent their meetings discussing what they wanted the
op skills in the lab to reinforce their knowledge of the science concepts and develop a level of comfort doing labs that other curriculums do not support. “Mr. Christianson brought
Local makes UCA All-American cheer team When she was younger, Breana Wagner loved cheerleading. The incoming freshman thought she would have to wait, but when the opportunity came for her to begin cheering in 7th grade she took it. This summer Wagner attended a cheer camp where she was selected to be on the All-American cheer team and will travel to Philadelphia to perform during the city’s Thanksgiving parade in November. “I’ve cheered for girls basketball, boys basketball and football,” Wagner shared. The All-American camp that Wagner attended was held in Cavalier in early June with nearly 20 cheerleaders from the area looking to make the team that was set at five. At the camp, Wagner was one of the youngest to compete having just finished her 8th grade year. “It was the Cavalier cheer team, Grafton cheer team, and Langdon cheer team. Five girls got picked, four from Grafton and me,” Wagner said. The camps for Universal Cheerleader Association (UCA) range in type and focus. From the Elite to stunt to mascot, the UCA helps cheerleaders as
young as 4th graders to college level learn and develop their skills. At the camp that Wagner attended, the focus was on improving their skills. Wagner was taught different pieces of
cheers and stunts. At the end of the camp, those who attended were given the chance to try out for the All- American team. If selected, the attendee would have had the option of either going to Philadelphia for their Thanksgiving Day parade or traveling to London, England, for the New Year’s Day parade. “The All-American is not like a competition. It’s just a fun event to be able to cheer in front of a
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bunch of people like in a parade,” Wagner said. “If they pick you then you get to go to different places like London, Rome, Philadelphia, just places around the world.” At the cheer camp, a dance and cheer are taught which the attendees are required to learn and will then perform both for the try-out. Going into the try-out, Wagner felt confident in her ability to make the list. She had taken practicing seriously and knew the words, was loud, sharp and knew what she was doing. “Once I found out I actually was surprised and excited,” Wagner shared. “It’s going to be really fun. It's nothing I’ve ever done before.” This is not the first time that Wagner has gone to a cheer camp and competed. She has attended three camps with one being a jumpoff with former teammate April Kratcha. The event is focused more on flexibility with the cheerleaders doing different jumps and cheers exhibiting their abilities. “That was different and a good experience,” Wagner said. “We got to try-out for All-Amercont. on page 2
up LabLearner because he has had it in previous schools. After Kathy and I were able to go to another school and observe it, we were sold!” Podhradsky said. Thanks to a donation from the Langdon Area School District Foundation, which covered half the cost for the new lab, the board approved the purchase and implementation. “We are so grateful that the Foundation was able to purchase half the cost of our school’s new lab,” Podhradsky said. Podhradsky was named the lead science instructor for the room. Christianson sited that because Podradhsky is a great, young teacher with a strong background in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) she will do a great job of implementing this new curriculum. One of the benefits of LabLearner is that every grade within the school, from Kindergarten to 6th, can learn from it. “I, myself, love math and science, and I want to instill that love into as many children as possible. I believe this lab will open up the possibility of that.” Podhradsky shared. LabLearner was one of the first programs to teach using a “spiraling curriculum”. Rather than having isolated categories like biology, chemistry, or physics, LabLearner has a spiraling curriculum where cont. on page 2
OCLC welcomes Schill to staff
The Osnabrock Community Living Center has welcomed a Director of Nursing to their staff. Janie Schill, a registered nurse, joined the OCLC family in April of 2019 and has enjoyed her time with the residents immensely. “I loved the relaxed, homelike environment OCLC gives to their residents,” S c h i l l shared. Her career as a nurse was a natural choice. Schill explained that she has always wanted to help people and make a difference in their lives. She attended Lake Region State College where she earned a two year associate degree in nursing through the Dakota Nursing Program. Originally from Devils Lake, Schill moved to Langdon in 2015 when she married Trevor Schill. At the OCLC, Schill cares for up to 17 residents providing them with medical aspects of their care. Some of those du-
ties include medication management, care plans, and family communication. “I also help oversee staff and help them maintain licensure and certifications for their jobs,” Schill explained. ”All of us at OCLC work together to ensure our residents needs are met and their 'home' is taken care of as they wish and need.” The respite and basic care facility offers residents a feeling of being “home” rather than in a home. “I love coming to work and being greeted by my residents. They have all become a part of my family. I love being able to provide them the care they need so they can thrive in their own 'home'. ” At OCLC, Schill shared that all the staff are universal workers as no one has one specific job- we are serving meals, doing laundry, giving baths, housekeeping. ect. The flexcont. on page 2
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Civic Meetings Cavalier County Commission Tuesday, September 3, 1:00 p.m. Cavalier County JDA Wednesday, September 4, 7:30 a.m. Langdon City Commission Monday, September 9, 6:00 p.m. Langdon Area School-Vote Yes Meeting Tuesday, September 10, 7:00 p.m. at the Elementary School Gym Munich School District Tuesday, September 10, 7:00 a.m. This information provided as a public service by the Cavalier County Republican.
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LabLearner at LAES ___________________________________________continued from Page 1 scientific concepts build upon upon new information leads to will give students the opportueach other, year after year. The the creation of permanent new nity to use microscopes, beaexperiments within LabLearner memories. The more extensively kers, balances, and many more were designed to have essen- new information is processed, science-based tools. tial scientific themes “spiral” the better it will be remem“We want kids to love scithroughout a students elemen- bered. ence,” Podhradsky shared. tary education. “The lab will allow students to The LabLearner lab included “I believe STEM is so impor- explore to find answers. I think all furniture, science equiptant because we are seeing a this will impact students in a ment and storage necessary to shift in these generations where way that if they are struggling run the program. The in-school a lot of children are able to re- with any concept, not just sci- laboratory is complete with tain information better by actu- ence, that they will be comfort- research-grade science equipally getting their hands ‘dirty’,” able looking for the answer,” ment and supplies, all set up by Podhradsky stated. Podhradsky said. the company. The expected cost She continued explaining The design of the lab also as- for the program was estimated that this curriculum will allow sists in other areas of study. The at $42,000 with a yearly cost of students to dig deeper into a skills used within the lab range approxmiately $10,000 for maconcept rather than just read- from mathematical, reading, terials. The program would be ing about it, completing a work- and writing to critical thinking set to have younger students sheet, and taking a test. Each and fine motor skills, providing utilizing it two to three days a topic involves three or more additional educational benefits. week and older students four to “investigations” to help deepen The lab provides over 60 core five. understanding. This building experience learning labs that New nurse at OCLC _____________________________________________continued from Page 1 ibility this work environment explained. most likely ended up with comprovides gives Schill the abilSchill not only gained a new fort to your patient and family ity to put down her paperwork position this summer but also because of the kindness, care, and, instead, focus on residents. celebrated her 5th year of nurs- and compassion you showed “A task so little can brighten ing. When speaking to others them and that outweighs it all their entire day, and I love be- about her career, she notes that and makes being a nurse worth ing able to put a smile on their a lot of people say, “I could nev- it,” Schill said. faces. I also love that they are all er do what you do, I could never Schill shared that there is a part of my family now- they be a nurse”. For Schill, she can't nothing more humbling than know my kids and enjoy seeing imagine being anything else. helping a patient and their famupdated pictures or when they “Nursing can be hard, but ily through a difficult time in come to visit after hours,” Schill you’re most terrible/busy days their lives. Wagner ______________________________________________________continued from Page 1 ican, but we didn’t get in that on the parade route before the ner. year.” big finale on the steps of the “I feel like this is a great opTraveling to Philadelphia to Philadelphia Art Museum on portunity, and I would hate to cheer in their parade will be like Thanksgiving Day. turn it down. I would like to ask nothing Wagner has ever done The All-Americans won’t just you for your support,” Wagner before. Not only will this be her be devoting their time to work- stated. first time cheering out of state, ing on the routines. The sponHer goal for this trip is to raise it will be the furthest she has soring organization, Varsity $1,500, and a donation of any ever been from home. Spirit, also provides the cheer- kind is greatly appreciated. The Wagner will be in Philadel- leaders and their chaperones money for the trip is due by Ocphia for three days. When she with time to shop and sightsee- tober 1. For those interested in arrives in the “City of Brotherly from being able to take a walk- donating to help Wagner pay for Love”, she will have rehearsal ing tour of historic Philadelphia her trip to cheer at the Thanksright away with her fellow All- with a guides in colonial dress, giving parade in Philadelphia, Americans. The group will only visiting such famous landmarks donations can be mailed to have two days to rehearse their as Independence Hall and the Breana Wagner routine together before per- Liberty Bell to cruising the Dela201 13th Ave. forming in front of the crowds ware River while enjoying dinLangdon, ND 58249
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Community Calendar September 1 – Maple Manor Care Center, Emmanuel Evangelical services, 2 p.m. 1 – Osnabrock Community Living Center services, Pastor Adrian Olson, 2:30 p.m. 2 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - CLOSED 2 – Maple Manor Care Center, Tom Mann & Crew, 1 p.m. 2 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Closed 2 – Cardinal Sports Boosters Meeting, Eagles, 7 p.m. 3 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit – Shanghai, 1 p.m. 3 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Langdon Research Center Tour, 10:30 a.m. 3 – TOPS meeting, 5:30 p.m. at Methodist Church 3 – Griefshare, United Methodist Church, 7 p.m. 4 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit – Bingo, 11:30 a.m. 4 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit – Pinochle, 1 p.m. 4 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & OCLC 5 – Maple Manor Care Center, Adrian Olson, Communion, 2:30 p.m. 5 – Storytime at Cavalier County Library–ages 3 and up, story, craft & snack, 1 p.m. 5 – Al-Anon Meeting, United Lutheran Church, 12 p.m. (use E door) 5 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bonco, 2 p.m. 5 – Coding Club for Kids(Grades 4-8), Cavalier County Library, 4:30 - 6 p.m. 6 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 8 – Maple Manor Care Center, First Baptist services, 2 p.m. 8 – Osnabrock Community Living Center services, Pastor Paul Olson, 2:30 p.m. 9 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Footcare Clinic, Langdon 9 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Devils Lake 9 – Langdon Senior Citizen Club Monthly Meeting 2 p.m. 10 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit – Shanghai, 1 p.m. 10 – TOPS meeting, 5:30 p.m. at Methodist Church 10 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to OCLC 10 – Griefshare, United Methodist Church, 7 p.m. 10 – Langdon Area School “Vote Yes” info meeting, 7 p.m. at Langdon Elementary School Gym 11 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 11 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit – Pinochle, 1 p.m. 11 – Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Meeting, 7 p.m., Eagles basement, Langdon 11 – Maple Manor Care Center, Month Birthday Party w/Presbyterian Church, 2 p.m. 11 – Langdon Eagles meeting, 8 p.m. 12 – Al-Anon Meeting, United Lutheran Church, 12 p.m. (use E door) 12 – Coding Club for Kids(Grades 4-8), Cavalier County Library, 4:30 - 6 p.m. 12 – Storytime at Cavalier County Library–ages 3 and up, story, craft & snack, 1 p.m. 13 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 15 – Pancake Benefit for Mike & Lisa (Karas) Krile, Hilcrest Golf Course, Park River, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 15 – Maple Manor Care Center, United Lutheran services, 2 p.m.
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Tycen’s wish is coming true Summer is coming to a close which means football season is upon us, and no one is more excited then 8-year-old Tycen from Langdon. He is getting ready to cheer on his favorite team, the Dallas Cowboys, this season. What he doesn’t know is that his wish to go to a game in Dallas is coming true in December! Tycen has Duchene Muscular Dystrophy and hasn’t gotten to lead, what most would consider, a “normal” childhood. One of the things that he and his family are able to do together is watch football and root for their favorite team. Because of this, when his Make-AWish North Dakota wish granting volunteers asked him what his one wish would be, he said “to go to a home Dallas Cowboys game.” And
with that request the planning began, including organizing the trip to see a game and so much more. So now that the planning is complete, it’s time to let Tycen in on the surprise that his wish is coming true at the end of the year. His wish granters, Bob and Andrea, organized a surprise reveal to happen during half-time at a Langdon football game on Aug. 23. At half-time, Tycen and his family came down to the field with a group of his friends to surprise him with a letter revealing that his wish is coming true. Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Since its inception in 1985, Make-A-Wish North Dakota has granted over 900 wishes to children across the state.
Does your license fly? Time to get a REAL-ID The North Dakota Department of Transportation would like to remind North Dakota citizens that the deadline for obtaining a REAL-ID is drawing near. Beginning in October of 2020, you will be required to present a REAL-ID compliant identification or another acceptable form of identification such as a valid passport, to fly within the United States. REAL-ID is a federal mandate to improve the reliability and accuracy of driver licenses and identification cards. REAL-ID compliant licenses are marked by a star on the top of the card and allows a North Dakota resident to use their driver’s license as a form of identification to complete domestic airline travel and access a federal facility such as a federal courthouse or airbase. To get a REAL-ID, citizens must visit a North Dakota Driver’s License office in person. When getting a REAL-ID, you will need to bring specific documents to prove residency, identification, and Social Security. More information about REAL-ID along with a list of acceptable documents is available at dot.nd.gov. Please note that if your current name is different from the name on your identity document, you will need to bring additional
proof of your legal name. There is an Opt-in Opt-out feature that allows you a choice in obtaining a REAL-ID driver’s license, but remember, if you Opt-out you will not be able to fly domestically as of October 2020 without these acceptable credentials. “Not having a REAL-ID could cause some serious issues if you have to fly on the spurof-the-moment or unexpectedly in the case of an emergency,” says Brad Schaffer, Director of the Driver’s License Division, “You certainly don’t want to wind up at the airport with a ticket in hand and be turned away because you do not have the proper identification.” People are encouraged to make an online appointment at dot. nd.gov for their REAL ID Driver’s License to avoid waiting in line. Appointments are available at Driver’s License offices in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Williston, Minot, and Dickinson. Also please make sure to have all the necessary documents in hand before visiting your Driver’s License office. If you have questions about REAL ID, please visit our website at dot.nd.gov or calling NDDOT’s toll free number at 1-855-NDROADS (637-6237).
Strengthening the Heartland Brings Opioid Discussions to ND Rural Communities Programs to facilitate the challenging discussions needed about opioid use are now available for communities across North Dakota and South Dakota. “Strengthening the Heartland provides education to help prevent opioid misuse in rural communities across North and South Dakota,” said Meagan Scott, assistant professor and 4-H youth development specialist in the North Dakota State University Extension Center for 4-H Youth Development. “Strengthening the Heartland offers free facilitated presentations. This Is (Not) About Drugs is targeted to grades 6-12 and helps raise youth awareness of the risks of misusing prescription opioids and encourages them to seek alternatives to substances while dealing with stress. This program is great for in the classroom or as a school assembly since it’s just an hour long.” The Opioid Public Health Crisis presentation helps adults address opioid misuse, risk factors and suggested prevention methods. It’s also free and about 1 hour long. “The presentations are interactive with lots of discussion,” Scott said. “A recent participant stated, ‘I had no idea how big of a problem
misusing opioids was until this presentation. Wow.’” North Dakota State University Extension and South Dakota State University Extension collaboratively developed the Strengthening the Heartland programs with grant support from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Scott said 13 individuals from across North Dakota are trained to present these programs, including school counselors, counseling and university professionals, college students and other individuals who have interest in or connection to the issue. Scott said the program needs more presenters, and anyone interested may contact her to learn more. Presenters complete online trainings and a remote training with Kourtnaye Sturgeon of Overdose Lifeline, Inc., then earn $100 per presentation. For questions or to schedule a presentation in your community or school, contact brandon.henn46@ gmail.com or meagan.scott@ndsu. edu.
Library Corner
The North Dakota State Library and the Cavalier County Library will be hosting a digital scan day on Tuesday, September 17 from 1-4:30 p.m. at the Cavalier County Library to help engage in building North Dakota History. Bring in personal documents, photos, objects, etc., to be converted into digital files and
displayed online on Digital Horizons. All participants will be provided with flash drives with digital copies of their items. Please sign up at the library to reserve a time slot. Each participant may bring 10-15 items. Sign up by calling (701)2565353 or stopping in the Cavalier County Library.
Make-A-Wish Foundation presented Tycen Restad with his wish of seeing his favorite NFL team, the Dallas Cowboys, on Aug. 23 during half-time of the Langdon Area Edmore Munich home football game. Photo by Larry Stokke
Langdon City Commission held a quiet meeting The Langdon City Commission conducted business on Monday, August 26 addressing a few concerns regarding the ongoing infrastructure projects. Moore Engineering’s Andrew Aakre gave updates to the city commission on the projects that have been undertaken. Both the water supply improvement project and Phase II had little to be updated upon; it was Phase I that had the most issues to contend with. Quam Construction, which won the general contract for the Phase I work, will be sent a letter by Aakre to create a schedule to complete remaining items on the punch list before the next meeting in September. Aakre explained that should Quam not respond within that time frame, the city would be forced to hire individual entities to complete the project. The payments for this work would come from the retainment for the project and be paid directly from the city rather than through the general contractor. “I’ve talked with a local contractor...and he has an issue with the work that he did on 7th Street already. He did the work, it was repair work on the project, and he has not been paid by the general contractor at this point,” Aakre stated. In order to expedite the completion of the project and head off any other issues with non-payment, Aakre feels the more aggressive approach to handling the stalling is necessary. It has been over a month since Quam has done any work regarding the project. “We have to give the contractor the chance to make good on this contract. That’s why, by the next meeting, if there is still inaction we will have to go to the next step,” Aakre explained. Phase II is progressing and, while not ahead of schedule, is within reason for the time frame. Discussion turned to the deteriorating curb and gutter along 8th Street. The Commissioners and Aakre also noted that the sidewalks along that street were also in need of repair. The area around the elementary school that would be most likely to be replaced is
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about 460 feet. Aakre explained that this repair would cost approximately $30,000. To have all of the curb and gutter repaired that needs it in the areas where Aakre viewed, the city would be looking at closer to $100,000. Another concern raised regarding curb and gutter was for the trees located on the park side of 8th Street. The trees located along the berm have had their roots damaged significantly making their survival questionable. Aakre said that he would question Spruce Valley to determine if it would be possible for them to complete the work. Timing would be the biggest issue as they work to complete the larger aspects of Phase II. Aakre will also review potential grants for both curb and gutter replacement and for trees. The Commission followed up with residents who had voiced complaints about a property. Both Gendrau and Girodat were satisfied with the efforts made by the owner to address their concerns. Commission Chair Jerry Nowatzki asked at the last meeting if the Chaputs had a long-term plan for the property. Langdon City Building Inspector Gary Bimler reported that he attempted to view the interior of the residence but was denied access. The owners also denied access to the residence for the North Dakota Department of Health. Kevin Stein addressed the Commission with an annexation request for property he
owns that is just north of Stein Auto Body. The commissioners directed Stein to the process for annexation and the next step for him to have the property annexed into the city. In Other Business • Langdon Activity Center Director Judy Lill and Bimler informed the Commission on needed repairs and updates to the activity center entrances. Lill also informed the commissioners that the issue of heat in the building may be resolved through improvements to fresh air regulation. • Hoffarth informed the commissioners that the final budget hearing is set for Monday, September 9. • The Commission reviewed the specs submitted by Dennis Luhmann for the paving of an intersection and street. The city tabled the issue and will wait for additional specs to come in before making a decision. • The commissioners reviewed some minor changes in wording made to the police contract. They also requested that the sheriff attend one meeting a month to give a report. • The Commission discussed a property located at 103 3rd Street. Bimler informed the commissioners that the property’s foundation was unstable and caving in. The Commission directed Langdon City Attorney Quentin Wenzel to find the absentee owners of the property to begin condemnation proceedings.
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Melissa’s Musings By Melissa Anderson “Put Some Windex On It” One of my favorite movies as a young adolescent was My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Released in 2002, it was written by Nia Vardalos. She also starred in the film playing the lovable Toula, a second-generation American whose family immigrated from Greece. I like this film for a number of reasons. It’s funny. Really funny. Also, very quotable. “My dad believed in two things: that Greeks should educate nonGreeks about being Greek and that any ailment from psoriasis to poison ivy could be cured with Windex.” The Windex one is used quite often by me for a variety of different things. Nobody ever really gets that I’m quoting the movie, but it’s my own little personal inside joke. Granted, it’s an inside joke with myself, but these days whatever makes you laugh. Another really good quote from the film comes from Toula’s mother. As Toula enters her rising action of the story, going to college for computer science, her very orthodox and traditional father resists this change.
“Let me tell you something, Toula. The man is the head, but the woman is the neck, and she can turn the head any way she wants.” It was a line that was surprisingly very real and funny, all at the same time. It’s what makes the film rather special to me. It’s the story of family and how families have to grow as the children grow. That character development for Toula as she expands her horizons and reaches for her dreams is not the only growth, either. Toula’s father, Gus, also grows. Toula may not be his youngest child, but it’s fairly clear that she is his favorite and the one he struggles to let go of. At the end of the film, Toula marries her love interest, and they are ready to start their life together. Gus makes sure that his Toula will always remember her Greek roots... by buying her and her new husband a house – right next door to his. Helicopter parenting at its finest. Besides the personal growth, the film is a story of how culturally, America is a mix of different origin stories, but just because they are different or come from different places doesn’t mean they can’t co-exist and, in some cases, mesh together. After all, “we all different, but, in the end, we all fruit.” Well said, Gus.
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Can we really modify the weather?.. Most readers know that I’ve written numerous articles about weather modification, or cloud seeding, over the past several years. Lately, a number of people have asked me what I think of weather modification. Another suggested I write an article using all the facts in front of me and let the chips fall where they may. Unfortunately, I’ve written about all the articles I can write without beginning to speculate on the phenomenon. There are only a few counties in North Dakota that pay for and use weather modification. Ward and Bowman counties are two in which there seem to be fierce battles every year on whether or not it’s worth it. Then, there are those who believe that God is going to strike us down by lightning for altering the path of nature. Whether you believe it or not, cloud seeding is happening and has been for the past 57 years in North Dakota. So why is there a debate now? One reason is we’ve gone through a three-year drought, and now all of a sudden, we spent a good part of July and August dealing with ‘monsoon’ rains. Another reason is the cost. Like anything else, costs increase, and in this case, they are passed on to the taxpayer. For those naysayers, I could provide examples of how cloud seeding works until the cows come
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Upside Down Under home. For those who believe in it, there are examples of how it doesn’t always work or how clouds seeded in one county make it rain in another because of natural drift of cloud formations. The reason I haven’t written a new article about weather modification up until now is because there is no new information. All the data compiled, or at least all the data in the public domain, is dated, some of it going back 40 years and to write about it is doing nothing more than regurgitating it again. I would challenge science to provide new data, new statistics and new theses on why this works or why it does not. Those in favor of weather modification have had it banged into this reporter’s head that it’s not designed to make it rain more, it’s designed to suppress hail. And when the silver iodide breaks up the hail, larger water droplets fall to earth so rain becomes a residual bonus. Crop insurance companies and those that insure vehicles are very interested in weather modification because we all know hail can wipe out entire fields of wheat. The province of Alberta did a hail suppression project several years ago, not because of crops, but because it was beating the dickens out of houses and killing some livestock in southern Alberta. The hail became less, but how do you quantify it when you have no data to compare? But if you could suddenly appear on a sidewalk in downtown Calgary, a city of nearly 2 million people, and ask the first person you see what they think of cloud seeding, they’ll tell you it saved
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Why an Anti-Trust Safe Harbor Is the Answer the News Business Needs News consumption is growing exponentially, but for the past decade, the revenue to news publishers has been on a decline. This is, in large part, because of the unbalanced relationship between news publishers and tech platforms. But that relationship could be changing thanks to the bipartisan introduction of the “Journalism Competition and Preservation Act” by House Antitrust Subcommittee Chairman David Cicilline (D-RI) and House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Doug Collins (R-GA). A bipartisan companion bill was also introduced by Senator John Neely Kennedy (R-LA), Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Antitrust Subcommittee. The bill, which would provide news publishers a safe harbor in which to collectively negotiate with platforms like Google and Facebook, could help news producers receive the fair distribution and monetization terms we’ve long been fighting to get from the duopoly. Because of their market dominance – and access to billions of users – the major tech platforms set the rules for news publishers and determine how journalism is displayed, prioritized and monetized. They also capture the vast majority of all digital advertising dollars be-
cause of their unique ability to collect consumer data across the web. All of this has degraded the relationship between news readers and publishers and rewarded low quality “click-bait” over quality information from real journalists. It has also greatly reduced the financial ability of publishers to invest in newsrooms at a time when our society most needs great, substantive reporting. It is simply not possible for any individual news publisher to change the basic terms offered by the online behemoths. They are simply much too big and much too influential. However, there is power in numbers, which is what we need in order to have a fighting chance. The antitrust safe harbor bill would provide a four-year window for news publishers to collectively negotiate for fair terms that would flow earned subscription and advertising dollars back to the publishers, while protecting and preserving Americans’ right to access quality news. Parameters included in the bill ensure that these negotiations would strictly benefit Americans and news publishers at-large, not just one or a few publishers. If passed, this bill would allow our industry to more fully control our product by allowing market forces, not two companies, to determine how and for what price our content is offered. It would allow everyone from small local publications to major online publishers the opportunity to receive a return on their investment and therefore sustain quality journalism, which is necessary for an informed democracy and civic society. By DAVID CHAVERN News Media Alliance
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the city from catastrophic damage. But then there is no real proof that catastrophic damage ever occurred from hail in Calgary. Locally, some people say Ward County taxpayers are wasting money because the clouds move into McHenry County, and that’s where it rains. There may be some truth in that, but if you watch radar during a storm, those systems are moving all over the map. Some of them literally sit still. One thing I can say in favor of weather modification is that on June 14, 2018, baseball-sized hail hit Estevan, Oxbow, Beinfait and Carnduff in Saskatchewan before moving into Manitoba and doing damage in Lyleton, Melita and Deloraine. Saskatchewan doesn’t participate in any cloud modification project. North Dakota does, at least Burke, Williams, Mountrail and Ward counties do. I know the clouds were seeded that day, and here in the Kenmare area, we could see the dark and heavy clouds across the border. We didn’t see the damage, but we certainly saw the cloud formations. Lignite, Portal, Flaxton, Kenmare, Bowbells, Mohall nor Westhope received any measurable hail. It was just heavy rain. Weather doesn’t usually recognize the Canadian border, but in this case it did because of where the cloud seeding took place. Once again, there needs to be new and supporting data to put a fresh spin on this. You would think there would be some ambitious college students working on a masters degrees in meteorology who could produce the data the public now demands.
This is a great move for North Dakotans tired of receiving these annoying, illegal calls at all hours of the day and night. According to the Attorney General’s office, robocalls were the No. 1 consumer complaint in North Dakota last year. The fight against these scammers requires all hands on deck, and we welcome and appreciate the support of AG Stenehjem. This effort aligns with much of what AT&T is already doing to protect our customers against illegal and unwanted calls. We offer our in-network, call blocking and labeling tool, AT&T Call Protect, at no charge to our customers. And we’ve recently partnered with other carriers to roll out cross-network call authentication. AT&T has made no secret of its desire to more aggressively target illegal and unwanted robocalls on its network. AT&T is working every day to protect its customers from the onslaught of robocalls. Since late 2016, AT&T has blocked or labeled nearly 600 million suspected fraud calls and more than 1.4 billion suspected spam calls. In addition, apart from these tools, AT&T’s global fraud team identifies and blocks traffic it believes to be illegal, and has blocked more than five billion such calls on AT&T’s network. This is an ongoing battle, however, and AT&T urges consumers to take advantage of the free services, including AT&T Mobile Security and AT&T Call Protect, that automatically block fraud calls, provide screen alerts for suspected spam calls and help protect smartphones from potential threats. Customers can visit AT&T’s Cyber Aware Robocalls and Unwanted Calls page for more information on how to help block and report unwanted calls and texts. The FCC also provides resources for consumers at fcc.gov/unwanted-calls. Cheryl Riley President, AT&T Northern Plains
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Nominations now being accepted by Joint Board Nominations for the 2019 ‘Devils Lake Basin Water Stewardship Award’ are being accepted by the Devils Lake Basin Joint Water Resource Board until Thursday, October 31. The award was established in December of 2002 to recognize individuals, groups, organizations and projects that have demonstrated a commitment to improving the quality of life for the Devils Lake Basin community through their efforts to improve land and water stewardship in the Devils Lake Basin. Previous awards were Dry LakeGrand Harbor Watershed Management project (’04), Ernie Hagen and the Minnewaukan School ‘OWLS’ project (’05), Nikolaisen WPA project (’06), the Greater Ramsey Water District (’07), Russell L. Dushinske (’08) and Co-Winners Mike Connor and Curt Hofstad (’09), New City – Zion Township Creek Restoration Project (’10), Lynn Schlueter of the ND Game & Fish Department for the Loma Carp Barrier Project (’11) Joe Belford for his many years of distinguished service fighting the Devils Lake flooding as a Ramsey County Commissioner(’12), Huck Krueger for his contribution to the education of the Devils Lake flooding situation through his aerial photographs (’14), 2016 recipients were Paul Becker for his 20+ Years as a Ramsey County Water Resource Board Member & Kevin Bonham a retired journalist with Forum Communications who covered the Devils Lake Basin for over 20 years, 2017 recipient Arne Berg for his many contributions to the residents
of the Devils Lake Basin first as a Ramsey County Commission during the height of the flooding and the rise of the waters within the basin and then a State Water Commissioner, the 2018 award was presented to the Nelson County Water Resource Board for their efforts on the Michigan Spillway/Flood Reduction Project. Albin Jallo, Board Chairman, stated “Nominations will be accepted from any individual, organization or governmental body in the Devils Lake Basin which includes Cavalier, Eddy, Nelson, Pierce, Ramsey, Towner and Walsh Counties”. Nomination information will be furnished to County Commissions, Extension Agents, Soil Conservation Districts and Water Boards in the seven counties according to Jallo. Nomination information is also available from any Board member, contacting the Joint Board office in the Ramsey County Courthouse in Devils Lake or at www.dlbasin.com. “All nominations will be judged by an independent panel of Basin residents familiar with the four areas of the Devils Lake Basin Water Management Plan: Agriculture, Recreation, Wildlife & Fisheries and Economic Development. All of these areas play a vital role in the future of the Basin Community” Jallo added. The award will be presented at the Annual Water Conference Award Banquet in Bismarck on Thursday, December 5 at the Ramkota Hotel.
Anitha Chirumamilla Ag & Natural Resources Agent Cavalier County Extension
NDSU Extension Offering Educational Activities at Big Iron Multispectral imaging and precision agriculture, grain drying and storage, and market facilitation payment rates are among the topics that North Dakota State University Extension specialists and agents will discuss, demonstrate and be available to consult about at this year’s Big Iron Farm Show. Big Iron runs Sept. 10-12 at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo, N.D. Extension personnel will have exhibits on a variety of topics in the Hartl Ag Building. They include: • A demonstration of scanning plants and weeds using multispectral imaging cameras - This type of imaging is an important part of precision agriculture. • Grain drying and storage guidelines - With the late planting
Assistance available for blackbird damage to crops Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring is reminding farmers that assistance is available for blackbird damage to crops through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Wildlife Services program. “Blackbirds cause millions of dollars in losses annually to sunflower and grain crops in North Dakota,” Goehring said. “Wildlife Services provides integrated blackbird damage management by loaning nonlethal management equipment to farmers and assisting with blackbird dispersal from sunflower fields and roost sites.” Wildlife Services provides federal leadership and expertise to re-
Weather
H L P Fri., Aug. 23 72 52 0 Saturday 74 58 0 Sunday 80 59 1.05 Monday 65 54 .10 Tuesday 70 51 .21 Wednesday 57 45 .12 Thursday 71 48 .03
Miller wins Trapshooting Champ
Lynn Miller not only attended the 2019 Manitoba Provencial Trapshooting Championship held in Brandon, Manitoba, he won two championships. Miller won the Handicap Championship, shooting from the 20.5 yard line finishing with a score of 97 out of 100. He shot 89 of 100 to win the Double D Class Championship as well. “I won bragging rights besting a lot of the competition,” Miller said.
Markets
Winter Wheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.12 Hard Spring Wheat . . . . . . . . . 4.19 Feed Barley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Soybeans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.26 Canola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.40
BBB issues warning, tips for college students more likely to be scammed Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota has some tips to make sure scammers don’t make the start of school even more expensive for those paying tuition, figuring out student aid, and buying school and dorm supplies. According to BBB’s 2018 Scam Tracker Risk Report, nearly 42% of students reported a loss when exposed to a scam as compared to 28% of non-students. Students, who are freshly exposed to managing their own finances, are online looking for ways to save. Whether you’re starting school yourself or have kids who could be vulnerable to financial scams as they get started living on their own, BBB suggests watching out for these very red flags: • Fake Credit Cards – It’s no secret that college students are targeted with these as a quick and easy way to get money. Some credit cards deals could be a fake gimmick to get a student’s personal information, and it could potentially stir up credit problems. Do your research on those credit card flyers and read
the fine print before applying. • Too Good to be True Apartments – An affordable, conveniently located apartment close to campus sounds like a great deal, but don’t jump on it until you’ve viewed the apartment in person. And never give out credit card or other payment information until after you’ve viewed it and signed a lease. • Fake Credit Reports - After the age of 18, it’s a good idea to start becoming more aware of your credit score and start adapting some healthy money habits. It’s also a helpful signifier of any unusual activity and possible ID fraud. While there are multiple traps online trying to snag your social security number with a fake credit score scam, you can safely check your credit score at annualcreditreport. com. • Scholarship and Grant Scams - Phone calls from companies guaranteeing they can help reduce loan payments or set you up with a hefty grant are worth researching. Even searching the company online
2019 FALL WILD TURKEY HUNTING PROCLAMATION SUMMAR RY The North Dakota Game & Fish Department announces the following summary of regulations and changes for the 2019 Fall Wild Turkey hunting season. • Licenses will be issued by a weighted lottery procedure. Applications may be submitted online or by phone. Only residents may apply. The deadline for submitting online or phone applications is September 4, 2019. • The season will run from October 12, 2019 through January 5, 2020. • The bag limit will be one wild turkey of any sex or age per license. • Turkeys may be legally taken with shotguns, muzzleloading long guns, certain handguns, and bow and arrow.
APPLYING BY COMPUTER OR BY PHONE Via the Internet Visit our website at gf.nd.gov Regular license fees apply with no service charge added.
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SUMMARY OF CHANGES FROM LAST YEAR
• Total licenses available decreased to 3,660 (down from 3,710). Additional licenses, up to a maximum of 1,300, may be issued for specific hunting units. • Unit 21 and Unit 47 will remain closed to fall turkey hunting in 2019. Lottery results may be obtained by visiting our website at gf.nd.gov A complete 2019 fall turkey hunting proclamation is available from the North Dakota Game & Fish Department, 100 North Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58501-5095. (701) 328-6300.
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in many areas, a later harvest with cooler outdoor temperatures and higher-moisture crops are expected this fall. Those crops will need drying before being put into storage. • Market facilitation program payment rates - Rates vary across North Dakota and the differences will be explained. • Live display of the various types of pigweed, including Palmer amaranth and water hemp - Fact sheets containing photos for identification and management options will be available. • Live cover crop species - They will be displayed and information about cover crop options will be provided. • A display showing remote monitoring of cattle movement in a pasture “In addition, Extension agents and specialists will be available to answer questions about crop and livestock production and general horticulture issues,” says Tom Scherer, NDSU Extension agricultural engineer. “This is an oppor-
could bring up scam alerts from other victims. Contact the school’s financial aid office for advice on the company’s legitimacy or how they can help otherwise. • Employment Scams - In 2018, employment scams were the No. 1 culprit for scams attacking 18- to 25-year-olds. Job offerings can be sent directly to school emails, promising flexible hours and beyond expected pay. There would be no need to send a social security number electronically without knowing exactly who you are sending it to. • Awareness of Current Scams - As tech savvy as current college students can be, a surprising number of scams reported to BBB’s ScamTracker (bbb.org/ scamtracker) are from students who learned their lesson too late. Use Scam Tracker to learn of the latest scam trends and read local reports of specific incidents.
solve wildlife conflicts that threaten public health and safety; and agriculture, property and natural resources. Wildlife Services provides services to residents of North Dakota through a Cooperative Service Agreement with the North Dakota Department of Agriculture, North Dakota Game and Fish, and the State Water Commission. Goehring said those needing blackbird management may find the contact for their county at www. nd.gov/ndda/wildlife-services or by calling 701-355-3300.
tunity for people to stop by to view the displays, ask questions, pick up publications and provide input or just visit.” Besides the displays in the Hartl Building, field demonstrations will focus on precision weed management. The field demonstrations will be conducted daily from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the field directly south of the Red River Valley Fairgrounds racetrack. “The field presentations will begin with an update on precision weed research at NDSU, followed by demonstrations by major equipment companies of their precision field sprayers,” says John Nowatzki, NDSU Extension ag machine systems specialist. “The commercial sprayer companies will show how to prepare weed infestation maps of crop fields and use the maps to demonstrate precision herbicide applications at the demonstration field.” The field demonstrations also will include commercial drones used for precision pesticide applications in field and range conditions. Visit http://bigironfarmshow. com for more information about the Big Iron Farm Show. NDSU Agriculture Communication - Aug. 26, 2019 :Source: Tom Scherer, 701-2317239, thomas.scherer@ndsu.edu :Source: John Nowatzki, 701231-8213, john.nowatzki@ndsu.edu :Editor: Ellen Crawford, 701-2315391, ellen.crawford@ndsu.edu
Land for Cash Rent in Cavalier County Four Quarters---581.5 tillable acres. The Southwest quarter (SW1/4) Section Thirty-Three (33), The South half of the Southeast Quarter (S1/2 SE1/4) Section Thirty-Three (33), Township one hundred sixty-two (162), Range sixty-three (63). The Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) Section Three (3), The Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) Section Four (4), and the East Half of the Northwest Quarter (E1/2 NW1/4) Section Four (4), Township one hundred sixty-one (161), Range sixty-three (63), Premises lying and being in Cavalier County, State of North Dakota. Bid Deadline September 3, 2019. Owners retain option to reject any and all bids. Call 701-266-5268 for more information. Send bids to: Corrin Belle P.O. Box 185 Egeland, ND 58331
26th annual pioneer machinery show & Antique tractor pull Featuring Oliver
Sunday, Sept. 8 • Pembina County Historical Grounds Admissions: $10 – Under 12 Free • 5 1/2 miles west of Cavalier
7:30 a.m. - Noon 10 a.m. 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 3 p.m.
Threshermen’s Breakfast Worship Service led by Cathy Erickson Band Parade Jim Johnston Memorial Antique Tractor Pull, Kids Pedal Pull & Kids Activities Music in the Church with Cathy Erickson Band
Threshing – Sawmilling – Blacksmithing – Photo Contest – Cash Raffle Demonstrations – Exhibits – Food Vendors – Junk/Craft/Farmers Market Kids Activities – Rope Making – Small Engine Display – Miniature Farm Animals For more information call or email: 701-265-4941 • pchsm@polarcomm.com
120th Annual Deuce of August Icelandic Celebration Árið tvö þúsund og nítján (2019) Mountain, North Dakota On behalf of all of the members of the Icelandic Communities Association, we would like to thank everyone who helped make our 120th Annual Celebration such a great success! We thank everyone who provided financial support as Tractor Pull sponsors and as general sponsors, those who contributed equipment and supplies, the many dedicated volunteers who are far too numerous to mention, and most of all, to all the wonderful people who attended the event from local communities and far beyond, including many guests from all over the United States, Canada, and Iceland. Words cannot adequately express the appreciation we feel for the outpouring of support we enjoy year after year! We can’t do it without you! Come join us in planning and staging the 121st Annual Celebration next year! We can use your help and we guarantee that you will have as much fun as we do! Icelandic Communities Association Board of Directors Curtis Olafson Loretta Thorfinnson Bernhoft Judy Geir John E. Johnson Susan Sigurdson Powers Shirley J. Olgeirson Pat Morrison
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Obituaries David Gray
A memorial service was held on Sunday, August 25, 2019, at the American Legion in Langdon for David Gray, 71, of Fargo, and formerly of Langdon and Walhalla, who passed away August 22, 2019, at Bethany Retirement Home in Fargo. David Wayne Gray was born October 25, 1947, in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, to Evelyn (Ziegler) and Vincent M. Gray. He graduated from Woodbridge, N.J., High School and upon graduation, enlisted in the US Air Force serving his country for over 20 years. He retired in 1986 at the rank of TSGT.
After retiring from the Air Force, he attended NDSU-Bottineau and received a degree in garden care management and floral design. He spent his time doing landscaping, gardening, lawn care, and snow removal. He was also custodian of the cemetery in Langdo for many years. He lived in Langdon and Walhalla until he entered Bethany Retirement Home in Fargo. He was a member and past commander of the American Legion Post #98 in Langdon. He was a member of the VFW, DAV, and Wounded Warriors. David was a true patriot. He was also a member of the Cavalier County Search and Rescue Team. He was a skilled crafter, working in many mediums. His talents included leather, wood burning, painting, and pen and ink drawings. He was a member of
the Brush Bunch in Walhalla for 15 years. On July 29, 1983, he married the love of his life, Lori Fischer, of Langdon. In addition to his wife, Lori, he is survived by his two daughters, Sarah and Jessica; sister Margaret (Wayne) Nodes of Forked River, N.J.; brother Tom (Lori) Gray of Port Ritchie, Fla.; and four grandchildren plus many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Free Urns For Vets at P.O. Box 689, Anoka, MN 55303 or Wounded Warrior Project. Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.
CHURCH DIRECTORY
You are invited to a special event at the Langdon United Methodist Church
Monday, September 23, 6:30 p.m. Light Supper (soup) Speaker: Debra Olsen, Director of area Domestic Violence & Abuse Center Admission: supplies for the center (paper towels, toilet paper or laundry soap) or a donation Sponsored by the Women of the Langdon United Methodist Church. Questions call Iva Wenzel 701-382-9534
To Advertise your Church in this Spot Contact Lori at 256-5311 St. Alphonsus Catholic Church 1010 3rd St. • Langdon – Phone 701-256-5966
Mass Times Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration Mon-Fri from noon-midnight Catechism Grades 1-12 & Adults & RCIA
Father Phil Ackerman Associate Father Will Ovsak DCN Eric Seitz
Presbyterian Church of Langdon (one block West of Post Office)
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Time 11 a.m. – Sunday Worship
St. Edward’s in Nekoma Saturday – 5 p.m. St. Michael’s in Wales Sunday – 9 a.m.
Live on KNDK 1080 EVERYONE WELCOME
Phone School Grades: Preschool-8th grade 701-256-2354
Church: 256-2634 Pastor Sue Mackey: 868-3118
Pastor Justin Schnackenberg Summer Worship Schedule 314 15th Ave Pastor Norm Economy (June-Aug.) Sundays 9:30 a.m. Phone 701-686-2000 Pastor Jordan Braunberger Coffee 10:30 a.m. Winter Worship Schedule Sunday Morning Worship – 11 a.m. Bible Chats (all ages) 9:30 a.m. Coffee 10 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m. Ignite Youth Church Website: langdonumc.org
Wednesdays – 7 p.m. – The Paragon (1304 4th St.)
Latest info & event calendar on website
Worship Service 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School 10:45 – 11:45
followed by Fellowship
Sermons & Bulletins online
Redeemer Lutheran Church
All are Welcome!
823 9th Ave, Langdon Pastor Rev. Mark Chepulis
Welcome to
Sunday Morning Worship Services – 8 a.m. Phone 701-256-4403
Evangelical Church emmanuel@utma.com
langdonevangelical.org
EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN US!
1120 15th Ave • 256-2602
1216 9th Ave. Langdon 701-256-2594 Sunday Schedule 9 a.m. – Sunday School 10 a.m. – Worship 4th Sunday Contemporary Worship A Congregation of the ELCA “God’s work, Our Hands”
www.unitedlangdon.org
Dovre Lutheran Church & Milton Lutheran Church Milton
Osnabrock 701-496-3301
701-496-3278
July service is at Dovre in Osnabrock August service is at Milton Lutheran Check facebook page for updates on services & classes: Friends of Dovre Lutheran and Milton Lutheran Churches
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Janice E. Cooper
Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 27, 2019, at Brooks Funeral Home in Langdon for Janice E. Cooper, 82, of Langdon, who passed away Friday, August 23, 2019, at the Cavalier County Memorial Hospital in Langdon. Janice was born February 11, 1937, at Devils Lake, to Jens C. and Lenora (Olson) Hanson. She grew up and attended school at Devils Lake graduating from Devils Lake High School in 1955. She then attended Minot State Teachers College before enlisting in the U.S Army where she served as a cryptographer. On February 1, 1957, she married Wayne Cooper in Edgefield, S.C. They moved to Fairbanks, AK, where two of their children were born. They then moved to Fort Huachuca in Arizona. She and Wayne welcomed two more children while living in Slidell, La., and eventually moved to Lubbock, Texas, in 1970. While in Lubbock, she worked in administration at Texas Tech University in several departments. In 1993, they moved to Hannah and while there she enjoyed cooking at the Hannah Café. They moved to
an apartment in Langdon in 2010. In her younger years, she enjoyed reading and embroidery. She edited the Hannah cookbook and served on the patient relations board at the Cavalier County Memorial Hospital in Langdon. She enjoyed living in the communities of Hannah and Langdon. She was known for her sense of humor and will be dearly missed by family and friends. She is survived by her daughters, Debra Jo Cooper of Langdon and Nancy Ellen (Don) Cooper-Muellenberg of Munich; grandchildren: Kylie Tyree (Garth) Land, Brooke Leigh (Charlie) Plunkett, Ashley Renee Dillman, Alaina Lenore Minyard, and Arianne Denise Minyard; and 13 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters: Barb (Luke) Bell, Helen (Chuck) Nelson, and Carolyn (Dean) Brown. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband Earl “Wayne” Cooper; sons Bruce Wayne and Kevin Dale; and brothers: Gary, Larry, and David Hanson. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the Cavalier County Memorial Hospital in Langdon. Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.
Linda M. Hendrickson A memorial service was held Saturday, August 31, 2019, at Nekoma Lutheran Church in Nekoma for Linda M. Hendrickson, 68, of Fargo and formerly of Nekoma, who passed away Monday, August 26, 2019, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo. Burial was held at the Highland Cemetery, rural Nekoma. Linda Marie Gronhovd was born July 27, 1951, in Grand Forks, the daughter of Walter and Lorene Gronhovd of Nekoma. She grew up on the family farm near Nekoma and graduated from Grand Forks
Central High School. In 1982, she married David Hendrickson. David passed away on November 6, 2017. She grew up loving horses. She was very compassionate and loved to visit those in need. She was a member of the Hope Lutheran Church in Fargo. She is survived by her father, Walter Gronhovd of Fairdale, and brothers James (Sue) Gronhovd of Puyallup, Wash., and Duane Gronhovd of Fairdale. Preceding her in death were her mother, Lorene, grandparents Edwin and Helmena Gronhovd and husband David. Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.
From the Pastor’s Desk
Devotions by community pastors This devotion is submitted by Pastor Don Barsness of Salem Bible Church in Munich
My wife and I have fond memories of vacationing in Maine. One highlight developed when we attended a Sunday morning Bible class. It was hosted by the congregation of a 225-year-old church in the coastal village of Southwest Harbor. To my amazement, we sat with 50 adult learners who were memorizing Bible verses – part of the fourth chapter of Ephesians. Wow! Imagine that – adults memorizing Scripture! I shouldn’t have been surprised. Proponents of engaging with the Bible have concluded that memorization is one of the most effective means. In pledging his personal engagement to what God had said, the unknown author of Psalm 119 opens with, “I have stored up your word in my heart” (Psalm 119:11). As personal engagement leads to reflection, memorized Scripture animates that reflection. Those verses that are “stored up in our heart” can be mulled over at any time. Is it important to have easy access to God’s Word? Consider this prayer of David, “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer” (Psalm 19:14). David is asking God to influence his heart and mind so that what he speaks to
others and what he says to himself will be acceptable to God. Acceptable? David prays that his spoken words and personal reflections would be a delight to God. The psalmist longs for language that conveys eternal certainties and accomplishes divine purposes in his life and the lives of those he influences. David sets the bar high, warning of the dangers of a lower standard. The closing phrase of Psalm 119:11 gives this reason for memorizing Scripture, “that I might not sin against you.” He’s engaged with what God has said in order that his life and language would be pleasing to God. Jesus offers an exact summary when he says, “The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks” (Luke 6:45). Again, memorizing Bible verses makes those truths readily available. So, whether we’re in conversation with others or contemplating personal matters, life is easily enriched by what God says. God’s Word proclaims and nurtures spiritual life. Divine wisdom is our ready resource for living. We’re blessed with the good treasure of the heart.
Affordable health screenings coming to Langdon Residents living in and around the Langdon can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. The American Legion will host this community event on 9/10/2019. The site is located at 815 2nd St in Langdon. Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup in your arteries related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health. • HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels • Diabetes risk • Bone density as a risk for possible osteoporosis
• Kidney and thyroid function, and more Screenings are affordable, convenient and accessible for wheelchairs and those that have trouble with walking. Free parking is also available. Packages start at $149, but consultants will work with you to create a package that is right for you based on your age and risk factors. Also ask about our Wellness Gold Membership Program which allows customers to get all the screenings they need now, but pay $19.95 a month. Call 1-877-237-1287 or visit our website at www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.
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September 2 – CLOSED September 3 – NDSU Research Center Tour – 10:30am September 4 – Grand Forks & Osnabrock September 6 – Grand Forks September 9 – Devils Lake September 10 – OCLC Bus Run September 11 – Grand Forks September 13 – Grand Forks September 16 – 18 - Due to out of town training, Transit Hours will be 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. September 16 – Grand Forks September 18 – Grand Forks September 19 – Cavalier September 20 – Grand Forks September 23 – Grand Forks & Devils Lake September 25 – Grand Forks September 27 – Grand Fork September 30 – Devils Lake & Grand Forks The bus is scheduled to go to Grand Forks on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and to Devils Lake on Mondays. Tuesday and Thursdays are reserved for Cavalier, Park River, Grafton and Edmore. All out-of-town appointments need to be between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. so that our drivers stay within our operating hours which are 8 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. A 48-hour notice is required for out-of-town trips. Please call 256-2828 PRIOR to making your appointments as some days the vehicles are full. Cavalier County Transit is a Qualified Medicaid Provider.
A Saint’s Shout Out
By Carrie Hope Principal St. Alphonsus Catholic School
Greetings from St. Alphonsus School. We are a full week into our 98th school year and are off to a cosmic start! Our teachers have worked hard to bring the school back to life from summer vacation and have planned for a heroic year. Schoolwide, we are following a “Superhero” theme this year. We are working with our students to strengthen their “super powers” in cooperation, respect, kindness, responsibility, and trust. We are excited to have 77 students in our school, Preschool - 8th Grade. We have a very strong returning staff plus a few new faces added to our team. We are happy to welcome Lindsey Meindinger, preschool program; Samantha Hegg, 4th grade teacher, and Koree Hoffman, paraprofessional and P.E. support. With this new school year we are adding in some new programs. 1) We have a new STEAM Lab (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art,
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Health tip of the week The use of e-cigarettes has skyrocketed among middle and high school students offsetting declines in the use of other tobacco products. Provided by Cavalier County Health District
Lance Schill raced to his division-leading fourth Happy Harry’s WISSOTA Midwest Modified feature win of the season on Friday night at River Cities Speedway. After starting ninth out of 19 cars, Schill worked his way forward to crack the top five on lap four of 18. The driver of the Schill Construction/Forks Mobile Wash No. 17 moved by both Ryan Schow and Aaron Blacklance to take the lead on lap seven. From there, Schill checked out from the rest of the field to pick up the win by 2.3 seconds over Schow. Todd Johnson, Jamie Dietzler and Blacklance rounded out the top five. By Mike Spieker
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Becky Welsh and Stacey McMahan are happy to announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage. Parents of the couple are Leslie and Eileen Welsh of Langdon and Lynell McMahan of Glyndon, Minn. Welsh works as an eligibility specialist with Cass County government. McMahan works as a manager with Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews. An October 4, 2019, wedding is planned at the Hilton Garden Inn in Fargo.
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and Math) up and running. We will be using this room to do lots of hands-on learning in those subjects. One example is doing different science experiments such as crime scene investigation and roller coaster engineering. We will challenge all our students to a competition each quarter called “STEAM Challenge Days” to promote teamwork and creative thinking! 2) We now have one-to-one Ipads for students grade 4-8. We are excited to promote greater technology use by our older students. Our teachers will use Ipads hand-in-hand with our curriculum, for example our 7th-8th grade History Alive social studies program. We will continue to work on achieving our goal of additional one-to-one Ipad technology for students grade K-3. In the meantime, those grades do have access to an Ipad cart which can be shared daily between those classrooms. In addition, we also have scheduled time for all grades to have classroom time in our school’s computer lab. We are off to a fantastic start, and looking forward to a very incredible “Superhero” school year!
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Cards begin to defend title by crushing Northern Cass 39-8 By JAKE KULLAND Republican Sports Writer
The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals played before a large, capacity home crowd as they opened up their 2019 season versus Northern Cass on August 23. The Cards, who are the defending North Dakota Class A 11-Man Football Champions and are also ranked number one this year, rolled over the Jaguars 39-8. The 1-0 Cardinals hit the road for their next game at Hatton-Northwood then will open their Region 2A schedule hosting Park River-FordvilleLankin on Sept. 6. The game with Northern Cass opened with the Jaguars trying a fourth down conversion from their own 35 yard line, which was turned back by the Cardinals. Langdon-Edmore-Munich then took the ball and went right down and scored on a touchdown pass from Simon Romfo to Jackson Delvo, followed by a Romfo-kicked extra point to make the score 7-0. After forcing a three and out on the next Jaguar drive, the Cardinals would find paydirt again on a perfectly executed hitch and go pass from Romfo to Sean Gette to make the score 13-0. The same pattern was used in the
second quarter, with the Cardinals defense stonewalling the Northern Cass offense. Langdon-EdmoreMunich would put up two more scores before half-time-one on a great catch and run from 54 yards out by Gette and the other on a beautifully thrown Simon Romfo pass to Delvo, who ran a perfect route for a 28 yard TD. The second half opened with Simon Romfo returning a kickoff up the left sideline for an 89 yard specials team touchdown, which was followed later in the third quarter by Grant Romfo running into theend zone from 11 yards out. Northern Cass would spoil the shutout in the fourth quarter on a 71 yard touchdown run against the Cardinals second team defense. Simon Romfo finished the game completing nine passes for 214 yards and four touchdowns. Grant Romfo led eight Cardinals ball carriers in the contest with 64 yards on the ground, while Gette led the way with 94 receiving yards. Jase Crockett, who has several relatives in the Langdon and Edinburg areas, was the quarterback for Northern Cass. He completed six passes for 30 yards and rushed for 17 more for the game while also throwing a pass for a 2-point conversion.
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LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 39, NORTHERN CASS 8 NC -- 0 0 0 8 -- 8 LEM -- 13 12 14 0 -- 39 LEM -- Jackson Delvo 7 pass from Simon Romfo 7 (S. Romfo kick) LEM -- Sean Gette 33 pass from S. Romfo (kick blocked) LEM -- Gette 54 pass from S. Romfo (kick failed) LEM -- Delvo 28 pass from S. Romfo (kick failed) LEM -- S. Romfo 89 kickoff return (S. Romfo kick) LEM -- Grant Romfo 11 run (S. Romfo kick) NC -- Kolby VanderWal 71 run (Richman pass from Crockett) Rushing -- LEM: Grant Romfo 11-69, Simon Romfo 4-35, Peyton Ullyott 4-29, Gage Goodman 2-11, Zach Rostvet 2-8, Drew Simpson 2-(-2), Sean Gette 1-5, Markus Kingzett 1-0; NC: Collin Conteh 13-42, Kolby VanderWal 6-79, Jace Crockett 3-17 Passing -- LEM: S. Romfo 9-18214-0 4 TD's, Goodman 1-2-21-0; NC: Crockett 6-15-30-1 Receiving -- LEM: Gette 4-94, G. Romfo 2-69, Jackson Delvo 2-35, Markus Kingzett 1-21, Cooper Zimmer 1-16; NC: Brady Richman 3-9, Dalton Waldo 2-13, Conteh 1-8
Grant and Simon Romfo team up to deflect a pass to Connor Jenson from Northern Cass. Photo by Larry Stokke
Jakson Delvo stretches out to cross the goal line for one of his two touchdowns. Photo by Larry Stokke
Cardinal fans were faithfully cheering on the team to a victory over Northern Cass at the home opener Cardinal football game on Aug. 23. Photo by Larry Stokke
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Peyton Ullyott tackles a Northern Cass player stopping a potential TD. Photo by Larry Stokke
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Researched by Dennis Throndset As we did with football last week, cross country and volleyball will be featured this week as we take a look at some early season action from years past prior to the teams beginning their 2019 fall schedules. The year was the fall of 1998, and cross country coaches Kathy Snortland and Gary Schauer were preparing for the first cross country meet to be held in Langdon in a number of years. They were planning on four divisions - a girls junior varsity, a boys junior varsity, a girls varsity, and a boys varsity. All groups would run 4,000 meters except the boys varsity which ran a 5,000 meter course. The meet would be held at the Langdon Country Club, and Sy Bachel, a resident of the Osnabrock Good Samaritan Rest Home, would be celebrated as the meet's honorary booster. The results of the meet were very favorable for Langdon runners. The girls varsity team took first, and the boys varsity took second place. The other two teams in the meet were Class A teams from Grafton and Devils Lake. The girls varsity division had freshman Lauren Treleaven from Langdon setting a meet and school record (16:24.24) in taking first place. Rachel Duerre from Grafton took second. Sarah Lothspeich from Langdon won the girls junior varsity to lead her team to a first place finish. In the boys varsity division, Langdon's Chad Perius finished in third place with a school record (22.59.9). Also in the top ten were Korey Lorenz (7th), Lane Lundeby (9th), and Derek Devine (10th). Junior high runners for Langdon, running in the varsity division, finished 3rd and 21st; they were Adam Zavalney and Nyk Hope. The Langdon Area Schools volleyball opener in the fall of 2003 was on August 28 in Cavalier. Led by senior Lindsey Illerbrunn (six straight service points to start the first set) and Sarah Mack (served the last seven points of the first set), the Lady Cards defeated Cavalier, 3-1. Other girls making varsity appearances were Ashley Petterson, Janelle Mostad, Briana Stremick (17 kills), Justine Stremick, and Christy Schauer (29 assists). The girls that played in the program that year included Courtney Feil, Amber Sperling, Amanda Lill, Jackie Ryan, Brooke Luhmann, Alison Howatt, Mikaela Smith, Andrea Olson, Brittany Bowles, Kim Kjos, Julie Baird, Suzie Belanus, Jenny Dinius, Nichole Domres, Jayla Domres, Samantha Kruk, Megan Rogers, Victoria Klingbeil, Taylor Hart, Amy Olson, and Natasha Schanz. The coaches were Rich Olson, Tami Flink, and Jane Hart. The Cardinals capped off a terrific season with a state championship. They defeated Hazen, Berthold, and
Watford City on their way to the title. Briana Stremick, Justine Stremick, and Christy Schauer were named to the all-tournament team. The twin sisters, Justine and Briana Stremick, were named to the All-State volleyball team. Coach Olson was named the Class B Coach-of-the-Year in North Dakota. The Lady Cards finished the year with an unbelievable record of 45-0! In the fall of 2003, new head coach Tyler Bodnar welcomed 19 athletes to the cross country team at Langdon Area High School. The first meet for the team was scheduled for August 30 at Jamestown. The girls team included Jill Stremick, Megan Ratzlaff, Leah Gustafson, Mallory Schefter, Kayla Welsh, Katie Hennager, Kelsey Thielbar, Lauren Dietrich, Katie Lothspeich, Natasha Bodnar, Steph Granlund, and Alison Podhradsky. Those on the boys team were Donald Waltz, Aron Fisk, Eric Schauer, Ryan Wagner, Rory Ratzlaff, Josh Hall, Ricky Lothspeich, Jacob Klingbeil, and Jordan Kuchera. The results of that first meet in Jamestown were as follows: Girls - Lauren Dietrich (13th), Natasha Bodnar (19), Steph Granlund (25th), Megan Ratzlaff (33rd), Kelsey Thielbar (32nd), and Leah Gustafson (39th). Boys - Aron Fisk (15th), Donald Waltz (19th), Eric Schauer (27th), Jacob Klingbeil (28th), and Ricky Lothspeich (32nd). The 2008 volleyball season opened with the reinstatement of coaches Rich Olson and assistant Tami Flink. They had been replaced in the 2007 by Coach Jacki Hansel, and she took the team to the state tournament and a third place finish. The team lost three valuable starters from the 2007 team - Janae Klindt, a defensive standout, setter Erin Barta, and outside hitter Haley Breyer. Players out for the team in 2008 included seniors Courtney Becker, Ashley Hall, Rachel Darling, Alison Podhradsky, Ariel Economy, and Deelia Gage. Juniors on the team were Rachael Bachman, and Jacy Borgen. The sophomores and freshmen included Alyssa Roberts, McKenzie Ormiston, Julie Dinius, Alison DuBois, Mercedes Stein, Brooke Balsdon, Ruth Economy, Emily Fetsch, Ali Crockett, Bryn Halley, Mercedes Rich, Rachel Kram, Jenny Jacobson, Jenessa Webb, Courtney Mondor, Carlye Veer, Breanna Mack, McKenzie Hart, Shannon Overby, and Justina Klindt. In the District 8 tournament, the Lady Cards upset the North Star Bearcats and advanced to the Region IV tournament which was held in Langdon. There they downed the favorite Carrington Cardinals in the opening round. They defeated a very tough Harvey team in the semifinals and topped it all off with a state-qualifying win over the Wells County Bears in the championship. This meant the 11th straight trip to the State Class A tournament for the Langdon program. At the state tour-
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Cavalier County Sports History ney, they first met the Lisbon Broncos with All-State, UND-bound Veronica Munkeby. The Cards downed the Broncos, 3-1, and advanced to the semifinals against the Loboes from LaMoure-Marion-Montpelier. They defeated the Loboes in four sets which meant playing for the state title against the Dickinson Trinity Titans. The Lady Cards finished off another great season with a four set win over Trinity. They finished the year with a 38-8 record and state title! In the fall of 2013, Coach Amy Freier, in her fourth year as LHS cross country coach, directed the largest number of runners that she has ever had - eight boys and ten girls. Langdon and Munich officially entered into a co-op agreement for cross country for the first time. The boys team was led by All-Region senior Ryan Gapp and sophomore Ben Lagein, also All-Region. Others in the program were Adam Amble, Josh Filip, Justin Cheatley, Wolf Davis, William Robles, and Wyatt Gage. The girls part of the program was led by two All-staters - Freshman Madison Gapp (6th at state) and Senior Kennedy Rude (19th at state). Making up the remainder of the team were Allison Borchardt, Hope Bodnar, Renae McGauvran, Ali Gellner, Katelyn Fetsch, Rachel Cheatley, Skylee Hoffarth, Kami Christianson and Brenna Dease. The teams opened their 2013 season with a meet at Northwood. No results of that meet were reported. At season's end, Kennedy Rude was named the Outstanding Senior Cross Country Athlete in the East Region meet held at Cooperstown. There were no results submitted, but Madison Gapp achieved All-State recognition for finishing in the top twenty runners. Ben Lagein just missed reaching the same level in the boys division. The 2012 version of LangdonMunich volleyball finished in third place at the State B tournament by losing to Kindred, 3-1, in the semifinals. Returning players for the 2013 season were seniors: Brenna Downs, Brittany Fetsch; juniors: Kaylee Anderson, Jenny Weekes; sophomores: Julia Kartes, Jocelyn Dinius, Courtnie Cook, Brynn Crockett; and freshmen: Madi Hart and Sydney Ellingson. Junior varsity players included Ashley Fetsch, Laenee Brown, Mariah Bata, Taylor Gratton, Madi Eisenzimmer, Amanda Winnegge, Shea Ormiston, Kami Christianson, Elsah Dimick, Amanda Thompson, Trysten Evans, Tara Hiller, Libby Rich, and Ally Welsh. There were 21 girls in the junior high program. Coaching the girls were Rich Olson, Monica Voeller, Betsy Sheppard, Jane Hart, and Jennifer Romfo. Tami Flink, longtime assistant to Rich Olson, had retired. In the season opener at Thompson, the team lost to the Tommies, 3-1. They then defeated a very respectable Carrington team, 3-1. In their first tournament action,
they were the runner-up to Northern Cass in the Jaguar's tournament. They finished second to North Star in the district finals then dropped their first-round match to Carrington in the Region IV tournament. Brenna Downs, Brittany Fetsch, Kaylee Anderson, and Madi Hart were named to the all-tournament team. Brenna Downs was named the Outstanding Senior Athlete for Region IV. The 2018 Langdon-Edmore-Munich cross country team opened their season with a meet at Northwood. Todd Hetler was beginning his fourth year as varsity coach. He was assisted by McKenzie Darling. Returning runners included All-Stater Elise Ramberg, who was also the regional champion. Other girls in cross country were Hannah Lundeby, Sara Hodek, Lauren Baril, Jane Sillers, and Kate Sillers. The boys team members were Arik Christianson, Carter Sower, Tucker Regner, Mason Mittleider, Mason Christianson, Blaine Perry, Logan Harder, Caleb Hetler, Edward Freer, Adam Hart, and Alex Brinegar. At that Northwood Invitational, Ramberg placed 2nd in the meet, Baril placed 72nd, Hodek was in 88th, and Lundeby 98th. The boys - Arik Christianson (21st), Caleb Hetler (29th), Blaine Perry (46th), Tucker Regner (76th), Mason Mittleider (80th), Logan Harder (106th), and Carter Sower (106th). In the East Region meet prior to the state meet, Elise Ramberg and Arik Christianson made the All-Region team by finishing in the top 20. At the state meet, which was won by Hillsboro-Central Valley, Langdon finished 18th out of 46 girls teams. Ramberg finished 5th; Kate Sillers (67th), Jane Sillers (74th), Lauren Baril (138th), Sara Hodek (235th), Hannah (238th). In the boys division, Blaine Perry was the top finisher at 56th. Others Arik Christianson (71), Mason Mittleider (129), Mason Christianson (141), Tucker Regner (164), Logan Harder (228), Alex Brinegar (263), and Carter Sower (276). There were 243 girls running at the state meet, and 291 boys. The 2018 Langdon-Edmore-Munich volleyball season began with a dual match against Cavalier in Langdon and a tournament at Northern Cass. The coaches were Rich Olson, Tami Flink (she returned!) Alison Podhradsky, Jane Hart and Morgan Titus. The only senior on the team was Madi Pritchard. The squad also had juniors: All-State Callie Ronningen, Calyn Crockett, Kaitlynn Scherr, Brooke Bakke, and McKenna Belle; sophomores: Lexis Olson, Kaylee Lowery, Raelyn Klindt, Dayton Porterfield, Brooklyn Wenzel, and Casie Hoffman; and freshmen: Morgan Freije, Morgan Thielbar, Alexa Schneider, Malori Pletcher, Ashley Perry, Halle Sanders, Rebekah Wells, Abby Forest, Lauren Gendron, Tayler Lorenz, Marlee Hetletved, and Whitney Pankratz. There were also 23 girls playing volleyball at the sev-
enth and eighth grade levels. The girls were the runner-up at the Northern Cass tournament. A season-ending injury to Calyn Crockett took a lot of energy out of the team in the final matches. Northern Cass won the tourney, 2-1, over the Cards in the finals. The Cards defeated Cavalier in the dual match, 3-0. After an excellent regular season in which the Cards were the #1 team in the Super Region IV. The Lady Cards defeated Dakota Prairie, Rolla, and then North Star to win the Region IV tourney. At the State Tournament, they downed Kenmare 3-0 in the opening round, lost to Oakes in the semifinals, and then defeated Northern Cass in the third place match. Callie Ronningen and Madi Pritchard were named to the all-tournament team. Callie was also honored to be named to the All-State team for the second year. The team ended with a 42-4 record and their fourth consecutive regional title. This brings us to the 2019 sports season! The cross country teams began their season with a meet at the Northwood Invitational. Todd Hetler will be coaching the cross country teams again this fall, and he begins his fifth year at the helm. The boys cross country team will feature the following twelve athletes: AllRegion Arik Christianson, Blaine Perry, Logan Harder, Caleb Hetler, Tucker Regner, Mason Mittleider, Alex Brinegar, Mason Christianson, Edward Freer, Dameon Bernstrom, Jaxen Rademacher, and Kartheek Chaparra. The volleyball team will open its season at the Northern Cass Invitational. Veteran head coach Rich Olson will guide the volleyball team to a possible 20th state tournament appearance. Olson will be assisted by Tami Flink and Alison Podhradsky. The junior high coaches will be Jane Hart and Morgan Titus. The girls volleyball team has these girls on its varsity and junior varsity rosters- seniors: two-time, All-State Callie Ronningen, Kaitlyn Scherr, Calyn Crockett, McKenna Belle, and Brooke Bakke; juniors: Lexi Olson, Kaylee Lowery, Raelyn Klindt, Dayton Porterfield, and Cassie Hoffman; sophomores: Morgan Freije, Morgan Thielbar, Malori Pletcher, Marlee Hetletved, Abby Forest, Alexa Schneider, Ashley Perry, Rebekah Wells, Lauren Gendron, and Tayler Lorenz; freshmen: Halle Jabs, Brenna Schuler, Olivia Christianson, Kiley Davidson, Angelique Hoffman, Taryn Amble, and Sarah Nelson. Look forward to a very exciting fall sports season to go along with the boys football program. An important factor will be the support received from the fans in the Langdon, Edmore, and Munich areas. Remember, all of these sports allow and encourage fan support at their meets, matches, or games. Go Cardinals!
Jake’s take on sports By Jake Kulland
Cardinals open season to a huge crowd and a heartwarming halftime show The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals football team began defense of their state title on Aug. 23 to a gigantic crowd, who did not leave disappointed as the Cards rolled over Northern Cass to a 39-8 victory. After playing HattonNorthwood on the road Aug. 30, the Cardinals will return home to begin their Region 2A schedule hosting Park River on Sept. 6. The Cards are still ranked number one in the state in the latest Class A 11 Man Poll. Along with a thrilling Langdon-Edmore-Munich win, fans also witnessed an event at halftime that all will remember. Tycen Restad, who is an elementary student at the Langdon Elementary School, has a rare form of muscular dystrophy that he has been battling. Well, he was nominated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, who will make Tycen's wish come true. He and his parents, Aaron and Kari, will be traveling to Texas to meet the Dallas Cowboys. What a treat that will be for a family that has been through some very trying times. I actually didn't know there was a Make-A-Wish chapter in our area, but alas there is. That is such a fantastic organization of volunteers, and made a young man's dream come true. It was also fantastic to see all of Tycen's classmates, teachers and his principal there to be a part of the presentation. We hope that this trip will at least for a few days take the Restad family's mind off a very tough situation and we hope Tycen has a blast meeting the team. High School Volleyball to get
serving this week It's been a long couple of weeks of practice, but the volleyball season for North Dakota is set to roll out this week. The Langdon-EdmoreMunich Cardinals will begin their season Sept. 5 at Cavalier. The Lady Cards are the favorites once again in Region 4, but North Star features one of the most talented players in the state, plus other teams are maybe a bit better than they were last season. North Border will also begin their season on Sept. 5, as they will host Dakota Prairie in Walhalla. Volleyball is always the last shoe to drop as far as fall sports getting started, and there are some very good teams in the area once again this year which should make matches a lot of fun to watch. Grade School Football Jamboree coming to Langdon Sept. 7 Football for grades 4-6 has begun practice, and they will once again be having Saturday jamborees throughout September and part of October. Langdon-Edmore-Munich will once again be in a league with Cavalier, North Border, Park River and Grafton this year, along with possibly some others. The Cardinals grade school team with coached this year by Jeff Schneider and Travis Hakaanson. Langdon will be the site of the first jamboree of the season, which will be held at Cards football field on Sept. 7 beginning at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is welcome attend. Vikings to begin their season Sept. 8 Our beloved Minnesota Vikings will begin their season Sept. 8 at home versus the Atlanta Falcons. Grab next week's paper, as we will give you our annual Fearless Vikings Forecast. I'm still getting my thoughts together on the 2019 Vikes, and have them together next time we visit. "See ya!" next week!
Cody Amble, of Munich, participated in the 2019 Fargo All State Youth Track and Field Meet on June 22, 2019. This track meet was open to all residents of North Dakota and Clay County, Minnesota, ages 9-14. In this meet, he earned first place in the softball throw, first in the 200M dash, and third in the 100M dash. Congratulations, Cody!
Tournament champs
The Border Babes, a Langdon team that played Tuesday nights in the Devils Lake Women’s Softball National League, won their division this summer. It was the first year for this team. Pictured back row, l-r: Jayme Jonasson, Morgan Kempert, Breanna Lafrenz, Sam Hegg, Rachael Hoffarth, Katelyn Paulson and Barbara Crockett; front row: Gracie Christianson, Dez Borho, Amber Albrecht and Megan Hartz. Not pictured is Dawn Christianson and Tracey Finall.
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Slow down: back to school means sharing the road As children are heading back to school, the North Dakota Department of Health (NDDoH) is reminding North Dakotans to pay attention to pedestrians. Drivers should diligently watch for children who may dart out between cars or cross the street without looking. “Staying alert and slowing down goes a long way in preventing unnecessary tragedy,” said Mandy Slag, Injury Prevention Program director at the NDDoH. “Together, we can all help ensure our children are safe.” The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children younger than 10 always walk with an adult and walking to school with children is not only good exercise, but a great opportunity to teach them about pedestrian safety. Follow these walking tips to stay safe: • Always walk across the street, never run. • Follow the rules of the road, obey all traffic signs and signals. • Never dart out into the street between parked cars. • Cross streets only at intersections and crosswalks. Look left, then right, and left again before crossing the street, making eye contract with drivers to make sure they see you.
Continue looking both ways as you cross the street. • When walking on sidewalks and paths, face the flow of traffic. • At signals, begin walking only when the “WALK” signal is showing. Finish crossing even when the signal flashes “DON’T WALK.” • Drivers should be aware of pedestrian traffic and can take the following measures: • Look for pedestrians at all intersections: signals, stop signs and roundabouts. • Stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk. There is a crosswalk at the intersection of any two streets, whether marked or not. In North Dakota, the pedestrian has the right-of-way at the crosswalk. • Look for pedestrians when turning right at a red light or left across oncoming lanes of traffic. • Use caution when passing another vehicle stopped at an intersection; they may be stopped for a pedestrian you can’t see. • Obey all traffic laws, especially posted speed limits in school zones. • Stay alert! Avoid distractions when you’re driving, like eating or using a cell phone. For more information on pedestrian safety, visit www.nhtsa.gov/ road-safety/pedestrian-safety.
Prairie Fare: Have you had some tomatoes lately?
“I think Jake is barking at the tomatoes,” my older daughter said with a laugh. I walked over to look out the window, and sure enough, our dachshund was sitting up by our raised bed, begging. No one was near him. Jake’s mouth was fairly close to the tomato vines dangling over the edge of the 3-foot-tall raised bed. I guess he was hoping a tomato would fall from the vine into his mouth. Jake already had harvested a cucumber, but he left it on the lawn. It probably was a little prickly in his mouth. Maybe Jake would like a little more variety in his diet instead of his usual dog food. I was responsible for his begging. I had flipped a couple of cherry tomatoes in his direction the previous day. This dog loves tomatoes. Previously, I checked to be sure that eating an occasional cherry tomato would not harm our dog. He will be fine. However, the vines and leaves contain solanine, a natural chemical that can be toxic in high amounts. Animals that eat tomato vines and leaves in excess could get se-
HPV immunization rates increase in North Dakota The North Dakota Department of Health (NDDoH) and the American Cancer Society North Region are pleased to report that the percent of teens in North Dakota receiving the first dose of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has increased from 72.5% in 2017 to 76.7% in 2018 according to information released yesterday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “HPV vaccination is cancer prevention,” said Shannon Bacon, health systems manager with the American Cancer Society. “Each year in the U.S., it’s estimated that more than 33,000 men and women receive a diagnosis of cancer caused by HPV. Most of these cancers could be prevented with HPV vaccina-
tion. In addition, vaccination could help hundreds of thousands of women avoid having to undergo treatment for cervical precancers each year.” The HPV vaccine achieves the most complete protection against HPV cancers when the series is completed before age 13. HPV vaccine is recommended for boys and girls starting at age 11. If the series is started before the 15th birthday, only two doses are recommended. If the series is started at age 15 or older, then three doses are recommended. “Data shows that most North Dakota teens are starting the HPV vaccine series, however, more work needs to be done to be sure that
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Civil No. 10-2017-CV-00025 Notice is hereby given that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure by the District Court the NORTHEAST JUDICIAL DISTRICT in and for the County of Cavalier and State of North Dakota, and entered and docketed in the Office of the Clerk of said Court on July 9, 2018 in an action wherein US Bank National Association was Plaintiff and Tanner Sehrt; Terri Sehrt; any person in possession; were Defendants, in favor of Plaintiff and against the Defendants for the sum of $131,076.47, which judgment and decree, among other things, direct the sale by me of the real property hereinafter described, to satisfy the amount of said judgment, with interest thereon and the costs and expenses of such sale, or so much thereof as the proceeds of said sale will satisfy; and by virtue of a writ issued to me out of the office of the Clerk of said Court, I as Sheriff of Cavalier County, North Dakota, will sell the property described in the Judgment to the highest bidder for cash at public auction at the front door of the Courthouse in the County of Cavalier and State of North Dakota, on September 25, 2019, at 09:30 AM, to satisfy the amount due, with interest thereon, and the costs and expenses of such sale, or so much thereof as the proceeds of such sale will satisfy. The property to be sold is situated in the County of Cavalier and State of North Dakota and described as follows: A tract of land located in the
Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4SE1/4) of Section Twenty-one (21), Township One Hundred Sixty-three North (163 N), Range Fifty-seven West (57 W) of the Fifth Principal meridian, in Cavalier County, North Dakota, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of the SE1/4, thence in a northerly direction along the east section line of Section 21 a distance of 900 feet; thence at a right angle and in a westerly direction a distance of 600 feet; thence at a right angle and in a southerly direction a distance of 900 feet back to the south section line of 21; thence at a right angle and in a easterly direction along the south line a distance of 600 feet back to the said point of beginning If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal this 12th day of August, 2019. Greg Fetsch Sheriff of Cavalier County, North Dakota MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM 38 Second Avenue East Dickinson, ND 58601 Attorneys for Plaintiff 10-2017-CV-00025 A19,26,S2 _______________________________
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teens are completing the series,” said Molly Howell, immunization program manager with the NDDoH. “Only 63.6% of North Dakota teens received all of the recommended doses to be protected from HPV-related cancers. Parents should ensure that their children are brought back for a second dose.” “The HPV vaccine is safe and effective,” said Howell. “Studies continue to prove that HPV vaccination is effective, decreasing the number of infections and HPV precancers in young people since it was introduced. More than 270 million doses of the HPV vaccine have been distributed worldwide, with more than 100 million doses in the U.S. Like with all vaccines, HPV vaccine safety is constantly monitored through surveillance and reporting systems, and these systems continue to show that HPV vaccination is safe.” Cost should not be a barrier to getting HPV vaccine or other vaccines. Children who are American Indian, on Medicaid, uninsured or whose insurance does not cover vaccines can receive vaccine at no cost through the Vaccines for Children Program (VFC). Contact your health care provider or local public health unit if you believe your child could be eligible for VFC vaccines. For more information about HPV vaccination and rates, contact Molly Howell, NDDoH, at 701-3284556, or visit the website at www. ndhealth.gov/immunize.
vere gastrointestinal issues. Fortunately, the green leaves and stems of tomatoes are not very tasty, and animals would have to consume quite a lot. Currently, eating tomato vines and leaves is not on the menu for us, either. “Let’s call him ‘Mr. Lycopene,’” my husband said. Tomatoes are known for their high amounts of lycopene, which provides their red color. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancer and heart disease. The pigment is better absorbed if the tomatoes have been cooked or canned and contain a little fat. However, research into the role that lycopene plays in fighting disease continues. In the U.S., most of the lycopene intake comes from spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, tomato juice and ketchup. Watermelon, papaya and pink grapefruit are other lycopene sources. Tomatoes are low in calories and provide vitamins. One mediumsized tomato (2 1/2 inches in diameter) has 22 calories, 0 grams (g) fat, 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrate, 1 1/2 g fiber and 6 milligrams (mg) sodium. Tomatoes also provide a variety of vitamins, including vitamins A and C, and minerals such as potassium. When you select tomatoes, look for fruits that are firm, smooth and plump with good color. By the way, tomatoes are “fruits” of the plant in the world of botany, but we in nutrition consider them to be vegetables because of the way they are used on the menu. Green tomatoes will ripen off the vine, but they will not have the same flavor as vine-ripened tomatoes. Handle tomatoes carefully to reduce bruising. Store them at a cool room temperature away from direct sunlight until ripe, then move them to the refrigerator. If you want to preserve tomatoes for colder months, consider canning or freezing them. We at NDSU Ex-
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tension have a wide range of information about tomatoes, including making a variety of salsa. https:// tinyurl.com/NDSU-tomatoes for details. Our “Mr. Lycopene” probably will receive a few more cherry tomatoes this season because we have a bumper crop of tomatoes. This lycopene-rich recipe features oven-roasted tomatoes and canned fire-roasted tomatoes. Rustic Tomato Basil Soup 2 1/2 pounds fresh, ripe tomatoes, halved 4 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 Tbsp. salt 1 tsp. black pepper, plus more to taste 2 medium onions, chopped 10 garlic cloves, chopped 2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans fire-roasted tomatoes with juices 3 c. fresh basil leaves, lightly packed 2 tsp. dried oregano 6 c. unsalted vegetable stock 1 tsp. sugar, depending on sweetness of tomatoes Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large rimmed sheet pan, combine the fresh tomatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast in an even layer for 45 to 60 minutes. While tomatoes are roasting, in a heavy large pot, saute onions in olive oil for one minute. Add garlic and saute another minute. Add the fire-roasted tomatoes with juices, fresh basil, oregano and vegetable stock. Stir to combine well. Add your oven-roasted tomatoes (and any liquid that may be on baking sheet) and bring to a low boil. Simmer for 30 minutes uncovered. Use an immersion blender or food processor to puree soup until desired texture. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar to taste, if needed. Add additional salt and/or black pepper as needed. Makes 12 (1 cup) servings. Each serving has 100 calories, 5 g fat, 2 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber and 510 mg sodium.
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS OF HEARING ON THE 2020 COUNTY BUDGET Notice is hereby given that the Board of Cavalier County Commissioners will hold the final budget hearing on September 17, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at the Cavalier County Courthouse Commission Room. Any taxpayer may appear to be heard for or against any proposed expenditure or levy. Dated this 6th day of August, 2019. /s/ David Zeis - Chairman Cavalier County Commissioners /s/ Lisa Gellner - County Auditor  The following is a summary of the taxes to be levied and the proposed expenditures. Estimated Expenditure Estimated Expenditure OFFICES OR UNDERTAKINGS 1-1-19 to 12-31-19 1-1-20 to 12-31-20 County Commissioners $199,900.62 $206,384.97 County Auditor/Risk Mgr./Supt. Schools 192,336.09 222,637.85 County Treasurer/Motor Vehicle 162,001.71 173,268.28 Tax Director 182,811.53 190,696.55 County Recorder 255,937.10 172,495.67 County Recorder/Document Preservation 10,000.00 Clerk of Court 161,307.94 176,633.01 States Attorney 145,441.37 152,262.16 Sheriff 721,997.90 800,288.02 Communications Operators 312,490.60 337,755.27 E-911/Emg. Manager 91,443.36 91,281.19 Custodian/Building Maint./Utilities 293,464.64 294,181.95 Elections 10,000.00 26,400.00 Planning 26,500.00 27,000.00 Public Health Nurse Secretary 60,828.72 56,898.54 Social Services - Indirect Costs 58,300.00 Miscellaneous 360,805.00 390,033.00 Performance Retro 17,000.00 17,000.00 Total 3,194,266.58 3,403,516.46 Less Transfer from County Poor (750,071.14) (8,591.87) General Fund (Total of Above) $2,444,195.44 $3,394,924.59 County Road and Bridge Fund 1,564,207.24 1,539,820.11 Road and Bridge Excess Levy 440,000.00 320,000.00 County Poor/Social Welfare Fund 941,563.50 E-911 Landline & Cell 164,235.00 244,465.00 Emergency Fund 13,250.00 13,500.00 Farm to Market 642,762.81 652,485.51 Soil Conservation 106,600.00 108,000.00 Weed Control Fund 200,624.00 281,976.50 Cavalier County Library 105,200.00 114,800.00 NDSU Extension 133,018.84 121,127.19 County Health District 60,000.00 60,000.00 Veterans Service Officer 14,691.00 16,305.00 County Ambulance 213,200.00 216,000.00 Senior Citizen 106,600.00 108,000.00 Water Resource 129,275.00 130,000.00 Job Development Authority 193,418.19 197,430.64 County Historical Society 13,325.00 13,500.00 Grand Total of Expenditures $7,486,166.02 $7,532,334.55  S2 (only budgeted to spend a portion of 10 mills)
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Check us out online at www.cavaliercountyextra.com Langdon City Commission Proceedings Langdon City Commission Regular Meeting Monday, August 26, 2019 - 6 p.m. Members present: Jerry Nowatzki, Marty Tetrault, Lawrence Henry, Cody Schlittenhard and Jim Rademacher. Also present Jeff Hiller, Judy Lill, Tom Beauchamp, Chris Plummer, Gary Bimler, Andrew Aaker – Moore Engineering, Quentin Wenzel – City Attorney, Melissa Anderson - CCR, Shanda Christianson – KNDK, and RoxAnne Hoffarth. J. Nowatzki called the meeting to order and led everyone into the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of Minutes: L. Henry made the motion to approve the minutes from regular meeting on August 12, 2019; Jim Rademacher seconded the motion. All members voted in favor. Additions to Agenda: Building permit #5002 Social Service Building. Correspondence: Department Reports: Street – J. Hiller reported they have been dura patching. Nowatzki states he is impressed with the patch work this year. Hiller informs we have been using granite chips, costs a little more but does a better job. Water – No report. Sanitation – T. Beauchamp reported that the schedule change will take place in September. State Health Department was here last week and the inspection went well. The State is going to ask that Cities give out more information on asbestos. Activity Center – J. Lill reported volleyball practice has started. Johnson Controls was here to look into the intake system of fresh air from the outside/in; there is no way to regulate it right now, and that’s
why it’s so hard to time control the heat. They have a plan to fix the issue, and this may cut the heating bill in half. Ricards have also been there, and they seem to think there may be a broken pipe underneath. Jason is looking for a camera to see inside. Fire – L. Henry stated he has a contract to finalize for Sourcewell which will save money when purchasing large equipment and vehicles. Police – No report. Auditor Report – R. Hoffarth reported on the 2019 ILAC conference. She was on the planning committee for conference held in Dickinson the end of July. Final budget hearing is set for September 9th. Unfinished Business: Moore Engineering- A. Aakre reported. Water Supply Improvements – Pump House & Connection to Rural Water – RD Project Lime Sludge Pond Project update/status: (Witzel Construction) • No update – working through budget verification Phase 1 - Sewer, Water, Storm Water Improvements – RD Project (Quam Construction) • Punchlist has been submitted to Quam for completion • Assessment proceedings – need to go through the steps, but not actually file the assessments We’re working on the assessment list Need to identify the assessment commission Phase 2 - Sewer, Water, Storm Water Improvements – RD Project (Spruce Valley) • Construction ongoing on 3rd Street and 11th Avenue • Discussion on additional curb and gutter replacement. Removal
and replacement is $64 per foot at contract unit prices West side of elementary school (both sides of the street) – 460 LF, $29,440 South side of elementary school – 75 LF, $4800 East side of 8th Street (adjacent to Park) – 600 LF, $38,400 Other areas of Phase 2 – 420 LF, $26,680 • Portions of this will be accounted for in service line replacement Sidewalk Replacement Project – CDBG Project (Plummer Construction) • Walk through of project planned for 8/26 Other Items – • Working on application for 7th Street concrete project to the NDDOT Special Road Fund program – due date end of September • Discussion on drain from Elementary School to the South • Will setup meeting to go through priority areas and potential street improvements for another phase of infrastructure improvements Luhmann’s – M. Tetrault, J. Nowatzki and L. Henry met with D. Luhmann and he proved the quantities and the specs of the curb, gutter and street. Commission feels they would support project and pay a share of it. This discussion was tabled until a final invoice is presented. Police Contract – Q. Wenzel explained some language that was changed in the contract. The commission discussed that they would like a Sheriff's report once a month. Wenzel will update this and present it to the County. Chaput Property – Neighbors are satisfied with the cleanup that has been done.
New Business: Kevin Stein – requesting an annexation for Stein’s 3rd Addition. After discussion and agreeing that is would be a great benefit for the City, the commission explained the process that starts with the planning committee. Activity Center Bid – A bid to replace the double doors on the North entrance of the building was obtained from DL Paint and Glass. It was agreed this needs to get replaced, it will be decided at the next meeting where these funds will come from. Keck Property – There has been a complaint regarding this property. There is no contact with the owners through the City or the County. Wenzel will see if he can get in contacts with the property owners. If that fails we will try the dangerous building route. Building Permit – #4989 Cavalier County Senior Center, #4990 Ray Howatt, #4991 Dale Stremick, #4992 Holly Lyons, #4993 Warren Wenzel, #4994 Jesse Zeis, #4995 Glenn Pederson, #4996 Tom Hoyt, #4997 Maple Manor, #4998 David Zeis, #4999 Terry Henry, #5000 Craig Swenson, #5001 Bud Knutson and the addition #5002 Social Services. M. Tetrault made the motion to approve all permits but #5002 until G. Bimler has a chance to talk to C. Hoffarth regarding property line. J. Rademacher seconded the motion. All members voted in favor. Review and Approval of Bills: L. Henry made the motion to approve all bills; C. Schlittenhard seconded the motion with J. Rademacher abstaining from the vote, all other members voted in favor. QUAM CONSTRUCTION CO. INC.___________________ 96,115.93 SPRUCE VALLEY CORPORATION_
______________________622,935.61 WITZEL CONSTRUCTION LLC___ _______________________30,279.50 CAVALIER COUNTY JDA________ _______________________59,000.00 PAYROLL AND LIAB____ 40,278.82 WITZEL CONSTRUCTION LLC___ _______________________35,545.50 ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS_____________________ 294.70 BUD'S SERVICE PRODUCTS______ _________________________ 271.74 DOLLAR GENERAL-REGIONS 410526_____________________ 4.00 FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK___________________ 3,019.21 FERGUSON WATERWORKS #2516____________________ 338.68 HANSEL PLUMBING AND HEATING______________________ 114.86 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL_______ _________________________ 106.07 LANGDON BUILDING CENTER__ __________________________ 32.95 MONTANA DAKOTA UTILITIES_ _________________________ 220.93 MOORE ENGINEERING, INC____ _______________________54,671.66 NORTHEAST REGIONAL WATER_ _______________________19,390.10 PLUMMER CONSTRUCTION____ ________________________8,550.00 QUALITY SPECIALTY PRODUCTS & PRIN___________________ 231.35 RICARD PLUMBING, HEATING & COOLIN_________________ 240.00 SPORTS & SHIRTS_________ 123.00 SWANSTON EQUIPMENT CORPORATION_______________ 429.96 TEAM LAB INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS___________________ 401.50 Adjourn: With no other business M. Tetrault moved to adjourn the meeting. Jerry Nowatzki, President RoxAnne Hoffarth, Auditor S2 _______________________________
Munich Public School Board Minutes August 13, 2019 Unapproved Minutes The Munich Public School board meeting was called to order by Chairperson Susan Harder at 7:00 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, Jean Klein and Lois Tohm. Bobby Foster made a motion to approve the agenda with adding Tuition Agreement and First Reading of Amended Policies to new business. Chris Pankratz seconded. Motion carried. Kelly Haaven made a motion to approve the July school board minutes. Terry Harder seconded. Motion carried. Jason Wirth made a motion to approve the bills for payment. Bobby Foster seconded. Motion carried. PREY, INC._______________ 282.99 ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS_____________________ 433.29 ROBERT BUBACH_________ 236.00 CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A._ ________________________4,278.13
CENGAGE LEARNING___ 2,303.13 CHASE___________________ 707.87 COUNTRY MEDIA, INC.___ 230.46 DECKER EQUIPMENT______ 98.90 DISCOVERY BENEFITS_____ 50.00 EASY GRAMMAR SYSTEM_______ _________________________ 473.86 ERIC ARMIN INC_________ 175.06 FAR FROM NORMAL SUPPLY, INC._____________________ 304.10 FARMERS UNION OIL OF LANGDON______________________ 77.25 GALETON________________ 139.75 HARLOW'S BUS SALES, INC_____ ________________________6,562.20 HOUGHTON MIFFLIN COMPANY_______________________ 938.46 CHARLES KEIM___________ 47.15 KELVIN___________________ 42.95 NORMA JEAN KLEIN______ 81.15 K-LOG, INC.______________ 287.70 LEGACY COOPERATIVE__ 198.00 LINGO COMMUNICATIONS_____ __________________________ 44.26 MCGRAW-HILL SCHOOL EDUCATION HOLDINGS, LLC_______ _________________________ 732.33 KIM MILES_______________ 284.65 DARLENE MORSTAD_____ 147.66 MUNICH ELEVATOR & OIL COMPANY____________________ 205.97 MUNICH GROCERY_______ 10.59 NARDINI FIRE EQUIPMENT CO_ _________________________ 957.75 NASCO__________________ 143.58 NORTH DAKOTA INSURANCE
RESERVE FUND_________ 4,142.40 NORTHEAST REGIONAL WATER_ _________________________ 137.90 ONLINE DAKOTA INFORMATION NETWORK__________ 34.00 OTTER TAIL POWER COMPANY_ ________________________2,603.71 PCM___________________ 20,266.64 QUILL CORPORATION___1,323.63 REALLY GOOD STUFF INC.______ _________________________ 913.17 SCHOLASTIC INC.________ 148.28 SCHOOL OUTFITTERS____ 490.34 SCHOOL SPECIALTY______ 198.45 SCHROEDER FURNITURE, INC.__ _________________________ 110.97 SOCIAL STUDIES SCHOOL SERVICE_____________________ 119.22 CHRIS SOMMER__________ 200.00 TIGER DIRECT_____________ 90.34 TRUEIT, LLC_____________1,156.50 UNITED TELEPHONE MUTUAL AID______________________ 218.36 US GAMES______________1,393.10 RICHARD VANNETT______ 732.35 VERNIER__________________ 34.33 VOWAC PUBLISHING_____ 491.68 ZIMMER PLUMBING & HEATING______________________ 353.85 TECTA AMERICA DAKOTAS LLC_ ________________________4,710.00 NORTHERNBO NORTHERN BOTTLING CO_______________ 2,296.80 RICHARD VANNETT_______ 66.30 Kelly Haaven made a motion to approve the financial reports. Chris Pankratz seconded. Motion carried. Terry Harder made a motion to
approve the Annual Financial Report. Jason Wirth seconded. Motion carried. Jason Wirth made a motion to approve the second reading of the amended Officers of the Board Policy (BBBA). Bobby Foster seconded. Motion carried. Kelly Haaven made a motion to approve the second reading of the proposed Medical Marijuana Policy (ACBF). Chris Pankratz seconded. Motion carried. Kelly Haaven made a motion to approve the Tuition Agreement for Mariah Covert. Bobby Foster seconded. Motion carried. Chris Pankratz made a motion to have Susan Harder added as authorized signor on the General (Savings & Checking), Special Reserve and the Building accounts at Horizon Financial Bank and have Andrew Haider removed as authorized signor. Bobby Foster seconded. Motion carried. Jason Wirth made a motion to approve the Consolidated Application for the school year 2019-2020. Kelan Goeser seconded. Motion carried. Kelan Goeser made a motion to approve the requirements for the senior class trip. Kelly Haaven seconded. Motion carried. Bobby Foster made a motion to approve the second reading of the proposed Whistleblower Protection Policy (ACF), School Board Ethics
Policy (BA), Staff Code of Conduct Policy (DE), Teacher Evaluation Policy (DFAA) and the Students in Foster Care Policy (FDH). Chris Pankratz seconded. Motion carried. Jason Wirth made a motion to approve the amended North Dakota Comprehensive Model School Policy for Tobacco (ABBA), Bullying Policy (ACEA), Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs for Employees Policy (DBBA), Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy (DEAA), Personnel Records Policy (DI), Education of Homeless Student Policy (FDB), Suicide Prevention Policy (FCAE), Concussion Management Policy (FCAF), Political Activities Policy (ABBE), Automated External Defibrillators Policy (ACBA), Significant Contagious Disease Policy (ACBB), Acceptable Use Policy (ACDA), Compensation for Board Members Policy (BDD), Open Enrollment Policy (FAAA), Education of Pregnant & Parenting Students Policy (FDD), Student Conduct & Discipline Policy (FF), Student Alcohol & Other Drug Use/Abuse Policy (FFA), Suspension and Expulsion Policy (FFK), Student Publication & Freedom of Expression Policy (FGDD), Title Programs Dispute Policy (GABDB), Education Research & Surveys of Students Policy (GCC), Federal Fiscal Compliance Policy (HBAA) and the Food Service Program Policy (IB). Terry Harder seconded. Motion carried. Chris Pankratz made a motion to approve the first reading of the Employing Board Members Policy (BAA), Prohibition on Aiding Sexual Abuse Policy (ABCE), School Year and Calendar Policy (ABAB), Recruitment, Hiring & Background Checks for New Classified Personnel Policy (DBAA) and Complaints about Personnel Policy (KACB). Jason Wirth seconded. Motion carried. The next school board meeting will be on September 10th at 7:00 A.M. and following the regular board meeting will be the Budget Hearing Meeting at 8:00 A.M. Chris Pankratz made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:35 A.M. Terry Harder seconded. Motion carried. Respectively Submitted, Chairperson Business Manager S2 _______________________________
Munich Public School Board Minutes
ABBREVIATED NOTICE OF INTENT TO AMEND ADMINISTRATIVE RULES relating to Licensure of Psychologists And Behavior Analysts
North Dakota State Board of Psychologist Examiners
will hold a public hearing to address proposed changes to the N.D. Admin. Code 66.
Meeting Room Badlands Human Service Center 300 13th Ave. W, Ste. 1 Dickinson, ND 58601 Friday, Sept. 27, 2019 4:00 p.m.
A copy of the proposed rules may be obtained by e-mailing boardofce@ ndsbpe.org or calling (701) 2145580. Also, written comments may be submitted to PO Box 1338, Bismarck, ND 58502-1338 until October 7, 2019. If you plan to attend the public hearing and will need special facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact the North Dakota State Board of Psychologist Examiners at the above telephone number or address at least 5 days prior to the public hearing. Dated this 23th day of August, 2019. Paul D. Kolstoe, PhD Board Secretary ND State Board of Psychologist Examiners
NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES relating to Preparation of Cottage Food Products For Sale
North Dakota Department of Health
will hold a public hearing to address proposed changes to N.D. Administrative Code Chapter 33-33.
ND Dept. of Health Judicial Wing Conference Room 212 State Capitol 600 E Blvd Ave. Bismarck ND Wed., Oct. 2, 2019 1:00 p.m.
A copy of the proposed rules may be requested by emailing foodandlodging@ nd.gov or calling 701-328-1291. Also, written comments may be submitted to the Division of Food & Lodging, 600 E Blvd Ave, Dept. 301, Bismarck, ND 58505-0200 and must be received by October 12. If you plan to attend the public hearing and will need special facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact the Department of Health at the above telephone number or address at least seven days prior to the public hearing. Dated this 23rd day of August 2019. Mylynn K. Tufte State Health Ofcer
Notice of hearing
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE CITY OF LANGDON TAXPAYERS A public hearing to consider increasing the 2020 City of Langdon property tax levy by 2.87 mills will be held at City Hall in Langdon on September 9th, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. Citizens will have an opportunity to present oral or written comments regarding the property tax levy. Proposed expenditures are as follows: General Fund______________________________ $ 992,379.00 Special Revenue Funds______________________ $ 1,009,961.00 Debt Service Funds_________________________ $ 341,143.52 Enterprise Funds___________________________ $ 1,147,246.00 Total 2020 Budget___________________________ $ 3,490,729.52 A public hearing to consider increasing the 2020 Park Board property tax levy by .99 mills will be held at City Hall in Langdon on September 16th, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. Citizens will have an opportunity to present oral or written comments regarding the property tax levy. Proposed expenditures are as follows: General Fund_______________________________ $ 171,250.00 Total 2020 Budget____________________________ $ 171,250.00 A public hearing of the 2020 Langdon Airport final budget will be held at City Hall in Langdon on September 11th, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. Citizens will have an opportunity to present oral or written comments regarding the property tax levy. Proposed expenditures are as follows: General Fund_______________________________ $ 73,000.00 Total 2020 Budget____________________________ $ 73,000.00 A26,S2
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HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED – Farmers Union C-Store is in need of a part-time C-store kitchen help needed, hours are flexible. Fill out application or contact Joe or Mary. ___________________________O8Tf
HELP WANTED – Maple Manor Care Center is currently accepting applications for FT/PT Housekeeping/Laundry position. 24-36 hours per week with weekend rotation. Health, Dental and Vision insurance along with other great benefits. Applications are available at 1116 9th Ave. or contact Roger at 256-2987 for more information. _______________________A19,26,S2 HELP WANTED – Full-time sales associate needed at Langdon Community Drug. Benefits available. Pick up application in store or call 256-3330 ask for Lyle or Deb. _______________________A26,S2Bt
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HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED – North Prairie Ag is looking for a Class A CDL operator. Duties include, but not limited to, transferring grain between locations, hauling to processors, and transporting fertilizer. Nothing over the road, all hauling will be local. We offer competitive wages, full health insurance, and a retirement package. Please call Josh in Nekoma at 949-2722 or email your resume to joshs@npacoop.com __________________A12,19,26,S2Bt
HELP WANTED – North Prairie Ag is looking for a Class A CDL operator. Duties include, but not limited to, transferring grain between locations, hauling to processors, and transporting fertilizer. Nothing over the road, all hauling will be local. We offer competitive wages, full health insurance, and a retirement package. Please call Josh in Nekoma at 949-2722 or email your resume to joshs@npacoop.com __________________A12,19,26,S2Bt
HELP WANTED – Full-time shop help needed at Farmers Union in Langdon. Includes tire changing, repair and oil changes, experience helpful. Stop in at Farmers Union or call Joe at 370-2022. __________________________Jy29Tf
HELP WANTED – The Cavalier County Weed Board has an opening for the full-time Weed Officer position. For list of requirements, job duties and instructions on how to apply please visit the County website at: https://cavaliercounty. us/employment/. Applications available in the Cavalier County Auditor ’s Office or on the website. Cavalier County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For all questions please contact Leon Pederson @ 701-370-8927. ___________________A19,26,S2,9Bt
FOR RENT
FOR RENT – The Cavalier County Soil Conservation District has for rent a 5.5 foot Truax Flex-II No-Till Drill. For more details, Contact the Cavalier County Soil Conservation District at 701-256-2484 ext. 3. ________S2,9,16,23,30,O7,14,21,28Bt
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SURPLUS PROPERTY PUBLIC AUCTION
4 DAYSA 4 LOCATIONS A MONDAY, SEPT. 9, 2019, 9AM CDT - ABERDEEN, SD - DOT Shop W. Hwy. 12 Selling heavy equipment, vehicles, recreational, shop, office, & misc. TUESDAY, SEPT. 10, 2019, 9AM CDT - MITCHELL, SD - 190 Exit 330, 1300 S. Ohlman St. Selling vehicles, heavy equipment, mowers, & office. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11, 2019, 9AM CDT - PIERRE, SD - Stanley Co. Fair Grounds Selling over 80 vehicles, equipment, recreational, office & misc. FRIDAY, SEPT. 13, 2019, 9AM MDT - STURGIS, SD - South 190 Exit 32, 11 Otter Rd. Selling vehicles, recreational, Ag & heavy equipment, shop & misc. *Details, info, photos at www.sdsurplusproperty.com y or at www.bradeenauction.com or phone 605-773-4935
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. _____________________________Tf
FOR SALE
FOR SALE – 2 Lots for sale. 1900 block 7th St. Langdon. Has water & sewer on lots. Call 382-9376. _____________________________ Tf FOR SALE – 2012 40 foot Keystone Montana Mountaineer 5th Wheel with 12'x16' deck. 5 slide-outs, front livingroom, 2 sleeper sofas, rear master bedroom with king size bed. Under 5,000 road miles. Excellent condition. $32,000 OBO. Call 701370-7167 or 701-370-1366. ___________________A26,S2,9,16Pd
PART-TIME WORK The National Assoc. of State Dept. of Agriculture needs interviewers in the Cavalier, Pembina & Ramsey County areas. This is a year-round part-time job, you set your own hours. Interviewers will set up plots, take samples, and conduct voluntary surveys. Contact Elaine West Area Supervisor at 701-397-5766
Pembina County Memorial Hospital: Full-time/Part-time RN Part-time CNA Flex-Time RN/LPN/CNA Housekeeping: FT/Days/One weekend per month
Auction professionally managed by
Wedgewood Manor:
ASSOCIATE CROP INSURANCE SPECIALIST Langdon, ND
Full-time LPN/RN Full-time/Part-time CNAs Part/Flex-time RN/LPN Housekeeping: FT/Days/One weekend per month
We are seeking a full-time Associate Crop Insurance Specialist to join our team in our Langdon office. You will learn and develop a full understanding of all insurance products available from AgCountry, plus all related AgCountry eligibility regulations; acquire an understanding of the marketing and business plans; and begin the progression of working with loan officers to develop customer prospect lists, contacting prospects, and meeting new client sales goals. If you are a team player; have a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, finance or related field; entry level to two years of related experience; and excellent analytical and communication skills, apply today! Closing Date: September 4, 2019 • 7 p.m. CT For full details and to submit your resume, please visit our website at: www.agcountry.com/careers “We Bring More to Your Table” • EEO/AA/M/F/Veterans/Disability
SIGN ON BONUS! $1,200 Full-Time CNAs, $5,000 Full-Time LPN/RN Apply online: www.cavalierhospital.com or contact Ann Russell at 701-265-6329 for more information.
Life is short. Work somewhere awesome! D&B Motors is looking to hire a FULL-TIME Receptionist to join our team.
This position requires good computer and communication skills, must be able to handle cash, assist customers, and perform other office functions. The right candidate should be professional, detail oriented, organized and able to multitask all while having fun.
Please drop off your resume at D&B Motors or email it to jbusse@utma.com, or stop in for an application. If you have any questions please call Jennifer @ 256.5331
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
Help Wanted FULL-TIME Registered Dental Hygienist
A fabulous opportunity awaits for you at Park River Dental! We are looking for a full-time Registered Dental Hygienist who embodies professionalism, a strong work ethic and the desire to achieve success in our established and growing practice! If working in a new building with state of the art technology is appealing, we need you! The position is currently for three – four days a week with the possibility to increase due to demand. Qualified candidates must have exceptional clinical skills, a passion for growth and development, and a commitment to excellence. As a registered dental hygienist with our team, you will need to have a current state license. Proficiency in XLDent is a plus but not a requirement. Compensation will be based on experience.
PART-TIME Registered Dental Hygienist
A fabulous opportunity awaits for you at Park River Dental! We are looking for a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist who embodies professionalism, a strong work ethic and the desire to achieve success in our established and growing practice! If working in a new building with state of the art technology is appealing, we need you! The position is currently for two – three days a week with the possibility to increase due to demand. Qualified candidates must have exceptional clinical skills, a passion for growth and development, and a commitment to excellence. As a registered dental hygienist with our team, you will need to have a current state license. Proficiency in XLDent is a plus but not a requirement. Compensation will be based on experience.
Applicants can send their resume to: Park River Dental, PO Box 662, Park River, ND 58270
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HELP WANTED CITY OF LAKOTA: FT city superintendent position, benefits, wage DOE. Contact auditor ’s office at 108 East B. Ave. or 701-247-2454.
MCLEAN COUNTY IS hiring one or more full-time Patrol Deputies. For more information regarding this position visit http://www. mcleancountynd.gov/employment. SALES COORDINATOR - NDSCS. This is a FT, benefited position in Fargo. The Sales Coordinator duties include generating leads, building customer relationships, product development, etc. For full description and qualifications go to: www.ndscs.edu/hr Screening begins immediately. Compensation DOE plus excellent benefit package. Interested candidates must submit the electronic application. EOE SALAD PREP WORKER. NDSCS has a FT, 10 month position in Dining Services. Will work occasional weekends. Duties include dining service duties relative to preparation and service of products. Benefits include: Health, Life, Retirement, EAP, Annual & Sick Leave, Tuition Waiver, Dependent Tuition Discount, etc. Screening begins immediately-applications accepted until filled. Interested candidates must complete online application. For job descriptions, qualifications and application go to: www.ndscs.edu/hr EOE BORDER AG & ENERGY has an opening for a Lube and
Tire Technician/Service Truck Operator: Newburg, ND. Responsibilities will be tire service and repair work on all types of tires from passenger, light trucks, large trucks to industrial, as well as basic general service functions on customer vehicles. Good people skills, reliable, self-motivated and able to follow instructions. Excellent wage and benefit package. 701.228.2294, Wayne CITY OF ENDERLIN has opening for Public Works Employee, FullTime, Full Benefits, Wage-DOE. Contact Auditor ’s Office at 411 Railway St. or 701-437-3476.
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By Rita Maisel
Nowatzki Books: Not long ago the Cavalier County Library got a package of books by a new author – or possibly new to people in this area. Her name is Aileen Nowatzki, a familiar name in this area that sparked curiosity in finding out who she might be. The books came from someone in Fargo but the librarian did not recognize that name either. The obvious way to satisfy curiosity would be goggling her name on internet. Up came a link to an obituary for a regular library visitor of years past: Bob Nowatzki. Bob’s obituary listed Aileen as his sister in law and included other family members living in Fargo. This solved part of the mystery. It took a day or two before a memory surfaced of Bob’s mother, Eva, who had known my mother years ago and met me at the county museum, calling my house early one morning, probably in the 1970s. Her son was visiting and would be leaving that morning. Eva wanted to show him something at the Cavalier County Museum at Dresden before he left for his home in another state. Would I drive out to Dresden and show her guests through the Museum? It is quite possible that on that visit I did meet her son Jim and his wife who is the author of the books now on the library shelves in Langdon. Both the internet and her books told us Aileen Nowatzki has lived in California for many years and while there has worked as a teacher, college instructor and translator. She has also written books, donated time as a park naturalist/docent in the Los Angeles area and travelled widely with her husband. Internet will give you her address and directions to her home plus other personal information as well as a listing of her books currently in print along with where they can be purchased. Knowing we had some of her books in Langdon, I checked one out titled “Mayhem on Mallorca” because it appeared to be interesting and the print was large enough for aging eyes. The story starts with a marine biologist stationed on the is-
land of Mallorca just off the coast of Spain. Having never been to Spain or any of its islands the location also sounded interesting. The Mallorca mystery is the third book in this particular series written by Mrs. Nowatzki which are mysteries featuring an American couple with both technological and investigative qualities who pose as journalists and are called in to solve mysteries in scenic parts of the world – possibly places the Nowatzkis visited on their travels. On their way to Mallorca the couple changed planes in Madrid and used their time in the Spanish capitol to tour the tourist sites which local travelers might enjoy reading about since some have mentioned visits to Madrid as special memories. The story catches your interest by the mystery but if you enjoy reading Marilyn Haggerty’s columns you will also enjoy the foods served at the various establishments on Mallorca. Another of the series books listed favorably in reviews is “A Shroud Over Iceland,” which was not in the package of books received, but might be available later if Icelandic descendants in our area are interested. Book seller web sites indicate the series is ongoing. So far, I have not noticed a mystery set in North Dakota as part of the series. However, there might have been input from Nowatzki relatives who do live in North Dakota since drones play a part in solving the Mallorca mystery. John Nowatzki at Fargo is known for an interest in drones and some of the practical uses they offer for agriculture and the future. Readers might like the Nowatzki novels for an interesting change of pace or the tourist eye view of places you might like to visit. Piano Adventures: From time to time people ask me to write about playing for church. Some of those suggestions come from people who consider my efforts in that endeavor to be something of a joke. Within the family, I have always been known as “the one with no talent”. But I have always loved music so when a brief stint at music lessons ended, I just kept on practicing. That continues to the present time which is proof that talent may not be the most important factor in playing for church.
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In discussing this with others who also play regularly it appears dedication, possibly stubbornness and a sense of humor might just rank as more important than talent. Growing up I enjoyed music enough that when commanded to play for relatives practicing their instruments or preparing for solo work of various kinds, I just did what they told me to do while other more talented people accompanied their actual public performances. Over the years, practicing became fun and relaxation. At first, I only played on the pump organ at our house, but at other people’s homes (including my music teacher) it was necessary to switch to piano. Mrs. Bain decided I had developed something called an organ touch and suggested my mother buy a piano. That was not in the family budget. Like all kids in that era if there was a piano around, we would play on it at after school gatherings, Sunday School, Youth Fellowship and so on. One pastor had a rule that if the song is not in the hymnal it cannot be played in the sanctuary. Our pastors had several scattered churches, most with regular Sunday morning or evening musicians. Not all of those people were interested in changing to an unfamiliar instrument so I was drafted to spend Sunday afternoons and at times evenings in groups of people whose names I rarely knew. Those who may remember Sunday evening services on a regular basis might remember that sometimes the evening services were singalongs. The pastor would chose a number of two and then the regulars would call out the number of the song they wanted us to sing. If there was not time for a long ser-
mon no one seemed to care. Some of that tradition carried over to the less formal services held at nursing homes in later years. One afternoon at the Osnabrock Home the late Grace Johnson wanted to play the piano and have me play on the organ. The residents had a favorite song and they wanted every verse even through the sermon was past and the benediction had already been given. When we finished a rousing rendition of “In the Sweet By and By,” the pastor had left……and it’s a long walk from Osnabrock to Langdon. Fortunately, visitors from Hannah were willing to give me a ride to Langdon. When Rick Hazen was our pastor, we did many nursing home services together and if residents or even visitors asked for a special hymn or called one out during the service, Rick was always ready to include their requests. Sometimes it would be benediction time and a resident would let it be known that they had forgotten his favorite song (In The Garden) and the benediction would be delayed while we sang. While I played the piano or any organ I had access to down through the years, I was never paid before this century but often substituted with some entertaining reactions. Marty DeVold had been our choir teacher when I was in high school and played for many years at the Langdon Methodist Church. When her regular substitute was gone and she became ill, her husband came around 10 on a Saturday night and asked if I would fill in for her at their church. He left a key to the organ. It was missile years and both the church and the organ had to be locked. There were strangers in
town, a serious concern to the board members. As she battled health problems the requests for help became more frequent and practicing meant finding the custodian or a trustee to get into the church building as well as borrowing an organ key. However, I was not the caliber of musician Mrs. DeVold was, or others who took her place. Some church members were quite offended when I played after the newer United Methodist Church was constructed. They would stop and interrupt the postlude to let me know their displeasure. Some left the church bulletin with lists of mistakes I had made on top of the piano! I often left in tears until the pastor suggested that “those who can do better should.” Volunteers were few and far between. After many years I still make mistakes, have vision and hearing problems when the piano and pastor are far apart or open the book to the page listed in the bulletin and find the pastor has just announced another song entirely. My early lessons did not include sharps (the favorite key of pastors choosing hymns in many churches), so many songs need to be transposed to a key I can play in. It does help to find the same song in the hymnal of another church in a more accommodating key especially when the transposed melody vanishes from my memory without advance notice. However, some Sundays the music is glorious, everyone sings or at least attempts to make a joyful noise unto the Lord. That makes practicing worth the effort it takes. And yes, I still practice on the church piano.
Prairie Doc® Perspectives: Organ donation: The gift of life
nal cavity, letting it sit for a bit to remove poisons and then draining out the contaminated fluid, usually three times a week at night. Later, By Richard P. Holm, he moved to hemodialysis where MD blood is drained from his arm into a A dear physician friend of mine filtering machine where the blood is who practices in Florida developed cleared of the same poisons and then renal (kidney) failure a few years pumped back into his blood stream. ago at the age of 60. He was initial- This is done usually three times a ly treated with peritoneal dialysis week taking four hours at a sitting. It must be a burden to be required which involves repeatedly flushing special fluid into the abdomi- to do dialysis three days a week or more for something that most of us take for granted. Since a transplanted kidney is much cheaper than dialysis and is better on the body than dialysis, it would be preferable for most people to get a transplant. However, finding a transplant organ can be difficult. In the past year my friend has had at least four scheduled transplant dates, only to be turned down at the last minute. How frustrating that must be! The National Kidney Foundation notes that more than 120,000 people in the U.S. are currently on the waiting list for an organ and 100,000 of these are for kidneys. Six thousand living and 12,000 cadaver kidneys are transplanted each year in this country while 20 people die every day waiting for an available organ. Organs that are commonly transplanted from living or cadaver do-
nors include kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas and even small intestine. Tissues include cornea, skin, heart valve, vein, tendon, ligament and bone. A healthy living donor may be related, or not, to the recipient. It is a courageous and altruistic act of loving kindness to donate an organ so another person may live. To explore becoming a living donor go to organdonor.gov. This gift of life has remarkably minimal risk to the donor and, depending on the organ donated, usually means just a few days in the hospital. While you’re thinking about it, TALK TO YOUR FAMILY about your intentions and mark “yes” as a potential donor on your driver’s license. Please consider organ donation, a most precious gift to someone in need, like my friend in Florida. It takes courage but you will save a life. Richard P. Holm, MD is founder of The Prairie Doc® and author of “Life’s Final Season, A Guide for Aging and Dying with Grace” available on Amazon. 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.
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