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Friday, June 9, 2023
Volume 2, Number 22
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Community: Pembilier Nursing Center update - Gloria rocks, Pg. 6
Madi Knoke, Edmore, on her horse, Shooter, had a great run at the barrel race in Warwick on June 4. Photo by Larry Stokke.
Maggie Iverson, the current Jr. Miss Rodeo Mandan, started the Warwick Barrel Race Sunday, June 4 carrying the flag for the National Anthem. Photo by Larry Stokke.
Sports: Langdon Area-EdmoreMunich returns from state baseball competition, Pg. 15
Views from the Borderland: Langdon First Baptist Church held a chili feed fundraiser, Pg. 16 Marcus Iverson on Edison shows great concentration after rounding the third barrel and heading to cross the timer. Photo by Larry Stokke.
“Move with a Mayor” events scheduled in Langdon Cavalier County Health District, in partnership with Langdon Mayor Jerry Nowatzki and various community guest speakers, announces the upcoming “Move with a Mayor” walking series. “A few months ago, I was approached by the county health nurse, Steph Welsh, and she had read this in a professional journal, where this was something that some other cities had done. It’s a really good opportunity for the citizens to get some one-onone time with the mayor and discuss something important to the city. You do this all while exercising,” said Jerry Nowatzki, mayor of Langdon. The intent of this series is to increase physical activity to improve physical health, reduce the risk of chronic disease, improve mental health, and bring individuals together to improve community connectedness. The walks will be held every two weeks on Tuesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. beginning on June 27. “For the first one, the topic is myself talking about the upcoming street project. I will field any questions that any of the participants have, and
hopefully, the community will learn something, and we’ll get a little bit of exercise in,” Nowatzki said. The event is free, and no pre-registration is required. Walkers should meet at the picnic pavilion at Langdon Park. The walks will be guided by a speaker who facilitates a discussion on a topic listed below. Mayor Nowatzki and CCHD hope to see interactive discussion during the walks between the facilitators and the walking group to increase community engagement and feedback on a wide variety of community topics. “Myself, what I’d like to see is community participation, whether it’s five people or 50 people. Just something where the community gets together, and we’re going to judge how often we’re going to do these,” Nowatzki said. The walk will be approximately one mile long and go from the picnic shelter at the park to the south side of Langdon Elementary School and north to the west side of the elementary school and around the north side of Langdon High School.
A tentative schedule for walks and facilitators is as follows but are open to change: June 27- Mayor Nowatzki, Street Project July 11- Bailey Reiser, NDSU Extension, horticulture and weeds July 25- Brenna Swanson, dietician at Langdon Prairie Health, diabetes August 8- meet Michelle Skillings, Chief Nursing Officer at Langdon Prairie Health August 22- Shane Gallagher, meet the Cavalier County Sheriff September 5-TBD September 19-Katie Henry, NDSU Extension, processing garden harvest (canning, freezing)
Maggie Iverson, the current Jr. Miss Rodeo Mandan, started the Warwick Barrel Race Sunday, June 4 carrying the flag for the National Anthem. Photo by Larry Stokke.
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Nowatzki said if all goes well this summer, there is potential to continue the program indoors at the Langdon Activity Center. “That’s also going to be a great opportunity to show off the city’s Activity Center, which I think is one of the flagship venues we have here in Langdon,” Nowatzki said. “It’s an outstanding facility, and I just don’t think it gets enough use.”
Illegal border crossings on the rise in Cavalier County The Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release it has seen a large increase in calls for service along the U.S. and Canadian border. The calls have typically been associated with an influx of individuals crossing the border illegally into the U.S. The Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office
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has been running extra patrols along the border in Cavalier County with assistance from the U.S. Border Patrol. Cavalier County covers approximately 50 miles of the U.S. and Canadian border. “This is a large area for us to cover, so we rely heavily on the public for information. We encourage the public to
contact the Sheriff’s office if they see anyone illegally crossing the border or anything suspicious in the area,” said Shane Gallagher, chief deputy of the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office. If the public feels their call is an emergency, you are urged to call 911. Non-emergency calls will be answered at 701-256-2555.
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Pictured is Langdon-Edmore-Munich senior Jack Romfo, who was honored by being named the 2023 North Dakota POWERade Senior Athlete of the Year by the North Dakota Coaches Association. Jack capped off a great career helping his team to a third place finish at the State B Tournament at Corbett Field in Minot June 1-3. For his senior season, Romfo batted .408 at the plate with nine doubles and 21 RBI's. On the mound he had a record of 5-0 with a 1.35 earned run average, while striking out 37 batters and walking 11 in 31 innings pitched. He was also named to the first team of the Class B All-State Baseball team, along with two of his teammates. Full tournament coverage can be found inside this week's edition of The Borderland Press. Congratulations Jack!
News
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North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum announces run for president in 2024 On Wednesday, June 7, North Dakota’s governor filed the paperwork to run for president of the United States. The Republican contender officially kicked off his campaign with an event at the Sanctuary Events Center in Downtown Fargo. Two days prior he released a campaign video highlighting ways he wants to get “America back on track” “Anger, yelling, infighting…that’s not going to cut it anymore. Let’s get things done,” Burgum said in the video. “In North Dakota, we listen with respect and we talk things out.”
Photo courtesy dougburgum.com.
The former Microsoft executive is serving his second term as North Dakota governor.
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From The Borderland News Center Gas price update In its weekly update, GasBuddy.com said the North Dakota price at the pump is $3.41 per gallon, a dime lower than the national average. The current price is slightly higher than it was back in May but more than a dollar cheaper than what it was back in June 2022. Governor requests disaster declaration North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for counties impacted by spring flooding between April 10 to May 6. Pembina, Grand Forks, Ransom, Richland, LaMoure, and Steele counties are named in the request, among others. Current estimates show the floodwaters caused close to $5 million in damages to infrastructure throughout the state. Burgum also wants to utilize the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program to assist communities throughout the state to pay for flood mitigation projects. Heat affects Grand Forks roads Extreme heat last weekend took its toll on roads throughout Grand Forks. Portions of University Ave., S. Washington St., and Belmont Road had to be closed or diverted due to roads buckling. The affected portion of University Avenue saw the closure of the road from North 42nd to 47th Street, including the I-29 overpass. Minnesota legalizes recreational marijuana During a state ceremony, Gov. Tim Walz signed into law legislation which allows residents 21 and older to possess two ounces of marijuana on their person and be in possession of two pounds of marijuana at their residence. The first retail dispensary in the state will most likely not be in operation until 2024. Marijuana possession will still be considered illegal in all of Minnesota’s neighboring states including the Dakotas, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Minnesota becomes the 23rd state to legalize recreational marijuana.
Bank of North Dakota releases annual report The Bank of North Dakota released its annual report, claiming it had a record-setting year in 2022. In total, the bank claims to have $10.2 billion in assets and saw a profit record of $191 million within the last year. North Dakota joins lawsuit over border policies North Dakota has joined up with 17 other states in suing the Biden Administration over a heated dispute over border policies. North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley filed the lawsuit which claims the Department of Homeland Security’s “Circumvention of Lawful Pathways” rule will not enforce border security laws but will instead worsen illegal border crossings. Cavalier Public School names new superintendent Cavalier Public School has named Matt Ford as the new superintendent for the school district, effective July 1. Ford is a 2005 graduate of Cavalier High School. He has been the pre-K through grade eight principal in Cavalier the past eight years. He also was a teacher at Cavalier from 2009 to 2012. Current superintendent Jeff Manley is retiring effective June 30, 2023. Lankin man arrested and charged with aggravated assault The Walsh County Sheriff’s Office said deputies have arrested Darren Dvorak, 38, of Lankin and charged him with aggravated assault. Officials says on May 28, Dvorak on punched and choked a woman outside of a bar in Park River, rendering her unconscious. Dvorak admitted to as much to officials, claiming “she needed to be taught a lesson.” The victim also claims she was sexually assaulted but could not recall where it occurred. Investigations into possible charges of gross sexual imposition are ongoing.
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Red River Regional Council announces new hires The Red River Regional Council (RRRC) has recently added three new members to its team: Angelle French, Lule Naas, and Lisa Rotvold. Each is leading specific initiatives, projects, or programs to address needs in rural Region 4, which includes Grand Forks, Nelson, Pembina, and Walsh counties.
Angelle French Angelle French has been hired as the Pembina County Job Development Authority (JDA) director. The JDA was formally established in 1991 and has contracted for professional staff services with the RRRC since its inception. In early 2023, the Pembina County JDA hired French as its first full-time director. She had previously served as the Walsh County JDA director. French holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Minnesota-Crookston and a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Dakota. French currently serves as the president of the Rendezvous Region Tourism Council and an ex-officio for the Pembina Gorge Foundation. French resides near Hamilton, N.D., with her husband and young son.
Lule Naas Florija “Lule” Naas has been hired as the Destination Red River Project manager and the Nelson County Job Development Authority (JDA) director. The Destination Northeast ND Project is a four-county initiative focused on rural tourism and visitor attraction. Lule joined the Regional Council in December of 2022 on a part-time basis but has served as a volunteer on this initiative since September of 2021. Lule has been an active Nelson County JDA board member since 2020 and recently resigned that position to move into the director role. This position is contracted through the RRRC. Naas holds a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety & Environmental Health from the University of North Dakota and a Master of Science in Emergency Management from North Dakota State University. Lule is a community champion for Find the Good Life North Dakota, serves on a volunteer committee for Arts Across the Prairie, and actively volunteers for numerous community organizations and events in her community and county. Naas resides in McVille, N.D., with her husband, a fourth-generation crop farmer, and their daughter.
Lisa Rotvold Lisa Rotvold has been hired to lead the Red River Community Housing Development Organization (Red River CHDO), a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization started by the RRRC in 1996. The organization was established to help address affordable housing needs in the region. After a period of inactivity, Red River CHDO is ramping up operations to help spark new housing development in the region. Rotvold joins us with 28 years of experience in the affordable housing industry resulting in more than 1,000 housing units across North Dakota. She holds bachelor’s degrees in environmental science and architecture from North Dakota State University. She is certified as a Housing Development Financial Professional and a Housing Credit Certified Professional. Rotvold also earned a non-profit management certificate from Minnesota State University Moorhead. Rotvold lives in Hillsboro, N.D., with her husband and has two adult children. “We are delighted to have these professionals join our energetic and passionate team focused on a rural transformation in northeastern North Dakota,” said Dawn Mandt, executive director. “Each brings areas of expertise that will increase our collaborative impact.”
Lake Region State College adds a new certificate program in its Nursing Program Employer demand in the EMS community and in public health is emerging as this new community care model is promoted by the National Association of State EMS Officials, the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health, and the Center for Leadership, Innovation and Research in EMS. Employer demand and community need is expected to grow. Community Paramedicine is a relatively new community care model allowing EMTs and paramedics the opportunity to expand their role in the community, according to Karen Clementich, director of LRSC’s nursing program. “With the Community Paramedicine Certificate, EMTS and paramedics can assist public health and primary healthcare providers and those that
deliver preventative care to underserved populations in the community with the goal of improving access to care.” With this certificate, care provided may include post hospital follow-up care, delivery of community education and health promotion programs, and assisting local public health agencies, home health agencies, and other care providers to expand community care to those in need. Courses for the Community Paramedicine Certificate will begin this fall. The courses will be taken in a mobility format, meaning theory courses will be online and face to face lab work at scheduled times. This new certificate program is another example of how Lake Region State
College is meeting needs of rural North Dakota. Recently, the college started a nurse apprenticeship program in partnership with numerous health care systems throughout the state. A mobility program was added to the nursing program for students to take a large portion of coursework online and schedule clinicals during certain parts of the semester to ease drive time for students at a distance. The college also offers a paramedic to nurse program that gives paramedics opportunity to transition into a nursing career through specialized bridge classes. For more information on the new Community to Paramedicine Program or nursing at Lake Region State College, call (701) 662-1644.
“It’s Quitting Time” in North Dakota Langdon, N.D.– Quit Week is back in North Dakota to encourage commercial tobacco and alternative nicotine product users to make June 11-17 their time to be Tobacco Free in 2023. For the fourth straight year, It’s Quitting Time partners Tobacco Free North Dakota and North Dakota local public health units to encourage
all cigarette, smokeless tobacco, and e-cigarette or vape product users in North Dakota to set a quit date. Entities like a healthcare provider, pharmacist, NDQuits, or a Langdon Prairie Health tobacco treatment specialist can help develop a quit plan and provide tools and resources to greatly improve a user’s odds at success. Langdon Prairie Health tobacco treatment specialists and NDQuits provide additional support in the form of personal coaching and nicotine replacement therapy medication. Free nicotine patches, nicotine gum, or nicotine lozenges are provided to qualified enrollees. “Coaching and medication are important in quitting, and each is effective when used alone,” said Catherine Taylor, pharmacist with Langdon Prairie Health. “Combining coaching and medication can more than double the chances of successfully quitting. Quit Week is a great time to reach out to Langdon Prairie Health to learn more.” This week-long awareness campaign
also brings attention to the dangers of commercial tobacco and nicotine dependence including many types of cancers, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses such as COPD and COVID-19. E-cigarette use is also linked to E-cigarette or Vaping Product Use-Associated Lung Injury (EVALI), a serious respiratory illness that could be severe and life-threatening. Despite declining tobacco use rates in North Dakota, 15% of adults in the state still smoke. According to the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids, smoking causes 1,000 deaths each year in the state and contributes to about $379 million in annual healthcare. Tobacco use is still a problem in North Dakota. Cavalier County Health District, Tobacco Free North Dakota, and NDQuits are committed to reducing the toll tobacco has on our state. To learn about resources available to quit tobacco and nicotine, contact Langdon Prairie Health tobacco treatment specialists at (701)-256-6120 or NDQuits.
Agriculture
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North Dakota Soybean Council unveils new logo FARGO, N.D. - Established in 1985, the North Dakota Soybean Council (NDSC) has been a leading source of soybean research, market development, promotion, and education. With an evolving soybean industry, the North Dakota Soybean Council is leading the way with a new logo. Working on ‘Plan C’ for weed control – Rock and Roll Agronomy owner Jason Hanson says steady winds forced some farmers to change their planting tactics. Many fields saw less groundwork to preserve moisture. Spraying has also seen delays. “We’re trying to get burndowns applied in amongst the wind and have gone on to Plan C for most things.” Hot, dry weather has been ideal conditions for kochia growth. “Just about every consultant and retailer I’ve talked to say it’s been insane. Pay attention to how your products are working; don’t get caught flat-footed on that weed.” Fed’s Beige Book offers solid news about midwestern agriculture – The Federal Reserve Bank’s Beige Book is reporting a solid economic situation for agriculture in the Minneapolis District. Lenders report farm incomes increased in the first quarter compared to one year ago. Lenders also cited improvements in liquidity but are concerned about commodity price volatility and rising interest rates. Storage costs going up – A new report from CoBank says rising interest rates are increasing the cost to store grain and will force grain elevators
to widen basis to cover those costs. According to CoBank, the interest-related costs to carry grain during the 2023-2024 crop year will increase 21 percent for corn, 42 percent for soybeans and 50 percent for wheat. The projections are based on the forecasted average annual interest rate for grain merchandisers of 7.75 percent. Food security and national security – The issue of food security and the Fufeng corn processing project came together in a hearing of the Senate Banking Committee. North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer asked if USDA should be included in any interagency review of foreign investment in the United States. “One of the frustrations I saw during that last awful year of nightmare in Grand Forks, North Dakota, where Fufeng had purchased the 370 acres near the Grand Forks Air Force Base, was that it CFIUS (Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States) took 60 plus another 15 or so days to conclude that they didn’t have jurisdiction.” Treasury Department Assistant Secretary for Investment Security Paul Rosen said USDA is now an important partner in these decisions. “We’ve set up a process where USDA has full visibility into the case filings.”
Northern Agriculture Snips Bailey Reiser, NDSU Extension Cavalier County
Tick season, everyone’s favorite time. Not! I walked through a ditch last week while scouting crops and just from the car to the field edge, I found a tick. This spring, so far, has been bad for ticks. Last week, a client in Fargo submitted a photo to NDSU of a tick found in her yard. This tick wasn’t just a normal dog tick or deer tick. It was a lone star tick. The picture was of a male lone star tick; the females have a white spot on their back. The lone star tick is about the size of a normal dog tick, but it has much larger mouth parts and different markings from the ticks we normally see. Over the last three decades, the population of lone star ticks has greatly increased. This tick started as a problem in the southeastern United States, but the populations made their way east and now north to North Dako-
ta. “The North Dakota Department of Health & Human Services tracks occurrences of deer ticks, dog ticks, and lone star ticks in North Dakota. Please visit their tick surveillance website for more information. Lone star ticks are aggressive biters and can vector several tick-borne illnesses, including ehrlichiosis, Heartland and Bourbon virus diseases, southern tick-associated illness (STARI), and tularemia. Additionally, bites from lone star ticks can lead to alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), which is an allergy to red meat and products made from red meat. The allergy can be life-threatening due to anaphylaxis, though this is rare. For more information on ticks and tick-borne diseases, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tick webpages. (North Dakota Crop and Pest Report June 1, NDSU Extension Entomology, Patrick Beauzay).” The CDC has a great visual on their website for what different ticks look like. Visit https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/ tickbornediseases/tickID.html , and the University of Rhode Island has a great article about the lone star tick here https://web.uri.edu/tickencounter/species/lone-star-tick/ . Be on the safe side, and check for ticks this summer! Bailey Reiser NDSU ANR Cavalier County Extension Agent
“When the North Dakota soybean checkoff was first instituted in 1985, soybeans were a minor crop in North Dakota,” says Stephanie Sinner, NDSC executive director. “Thirty-eight years after the checkoff was created, North Dakota has become one of the nation’s leaders in soybean production.” “Over the years, soybean farmers have grown, evolved, and adapted to
North Dakota’s broadening soybean industry,” says NDSC Chairman Chris Brossart of Wolford. “The construction of two soybean crushing plants in North Dakota is going to open even more avenues for soybean farmers to provide food, feed, and fuel to the world. These changes in our industry have inspired us to update our logo to reflect the future of North Dakota’s soybean industry.” The new logo is clean, sleek, and coherent. The logo’s colors reflect soybean farmers’ continued commitment to the longevity of land conservation and the preservation of clean water, air, and other natural resources, which are vital to the viability of U.S. soybean production.
“From field to yield and beyond, the future of soybeans is strong,” says Brossart. “NDSC is committed to innovating to expand partnerships, markets, and opportunities for the success of North Dakota soybean growers.” North Dakota soybean farmers across the state are represented on the North Dakota Soybean Council Board, which oversees a promotion, research and marketing program funded by soybean checkoff dollars.
Langdon Research Extension Center sets soil health tour for June 27 The tour will provide participants an opportunity to visit six unique research trial and demonstration sites. By NDSU Extension
The North Dakota State University (NDSU) Langdon Research Extension Center (LREC) will host a soil health field tour on June 27 from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CDT. “We invite farmers, ranchers, landowners, crop consultants and people with interest in soil conservation to come learn about the work we’ve been doing related to long-term soil health research and innovative management practices,” said Naeem Kalwar, NDSU Extension soil health specialist at the LREC. “Improving the health and quality of our soil is a continuous journey that requires ongoing improvements in individual thinking and on-farm management practices,” adds Kalwar. “This tour will provide participants an opportunity to visit six unique research trial and demonstration sites that are evaluating different aspects of soil health.” Soil health tour topics and speakers are: •Saline and sodic tree and shrub trial – Joe Zeleznik, Extension forester, and Scott Knoke, Extension agent, Benson County •Long-term groundwater management trial – Kalwar; Katelyn Landeis, Extension agent, Grand Forks County; and Lindy Berg, Extension agent, Towner County •Perennial salt-tolerant grass plots – Kevin Sedivec, Extension rangeland management specialist and Central Grasslands Research Extension Center interim director; and Mark Miller, Extension agent, Rolette County •Long-term conventional-till versus no-till demonstration – David Franzen, Extension soil science specialist, and Lindsay Overmyer, Extension agent, Ramsey County •Lunch and Natural Resource Conservation Service program update – Brenyn Hardy, NRCS district conservationist •Barley and oats salinity and sodicity trial – Brad Brummond, retired Extension agent, Walsh County, and Kalwar
•Kernza demonstration – Keene, Extension agronomist
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4.5 Continuing Education Units in soil and crops will be available for attending the tour. Doughnuts and coffee will be avail-
able beginning at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided by the Cavalier County Soil Conservation District. The tour and lunch are free of charge, but for planning purposes, please RSVP to Sara Schuchard-McGregor at sara.schuchard@ndsu.edu or by calling 701-256-2582. For more information, visit ndsu.ag/lrecsoiltour.
Opinion
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Letter from the Publisher
So the weekend was a real scorcher! There were 10 of us at the cabin, but the boys slept outside in a tent.
That was all great until 2 a.m. Sunday morning when the power went out and didn’t come back on for several hours. That meant no AC. Bob went outside to sleep in the screen porch on a makeshift bed. Those of us inside were melting but not about to go sleep on the lawn! We laughed later because the boys in the tent were cold! Maybe we should have switched places for a couple hours. Honestly, I was more concerned about being able to make morning coffee than being too warm. Fortunately, the power came back, and we were able to have coffee on the deck as is our usual practice. Life was good, again! There was a whole lot of fishing and
boating going on! The boys were catching Northerns right from the dock that resulted in a good amount of cheering and picture taking. All the tubes were out for their first run of the summer, and being 90 degrees made a perfect day for circling the lake hanging on for dear life, inevitably ending up in the lake. No one seemed to mind. In fact, I’m quite sure there were a few times they flew off intentionally, though no one would admit to it. Then the tricks on the wakeboard started, and that was great entertainment, also. The group of preteen boys played what they called “Ghost in the Graveyard”. Some type of hide and seek in the woods with headlamps on!
At the end of the day on Sunday, our neighbor came over and thanked us for providing so much entertainment over the course of the weekend! We all went home exhausted, definitely a good sign. I was tired on Monday and was at an appointment out of town - had to sleep in my car in the parking lot for a bit so I could drive home, good grief. Totally worth it, though, and we’ll do it again soon.
My poor husband, Terry, has been away from his hometown of Fargo so long that he has picked up different habits. We took a detour on the way to Fargo, winding through Mayville, Hunter, and Arthur before making our way back to I-29 on a rural road. That’s when Terry’s wave reflex kicked in. As we traveled east, he waved a few times and noticed no one waved back. He then had the realization that we weren’t in The Borderland anymore, and he made the decision to turn off the waving.
of Fargo - shopping, relaxing, and attending a graduation open house. It was enough time and enough difference in traffic to make Terry forget all about waving. Soon we found ourselves on Hwy. 66, heading west from Drayton, and to Terry’s surprise, the waving started. It caught him so off guard that he was taking a drink from his water bottle and raised his pointer finger from the water bottle near his face so not to miss waving back. He then put his water bottle down and prepared to wave to vehicles all the way home.
I never did get around to buying more flowers and planting pots; the two I have will have to do. There are so many pretty flowers around town. I’ll look at them enviously and be satisfied with that this year. Keep up the good work!
Tonight we’re having dirt cups for our now 12-year-old grandson. He picked those over cake, and I love the idea. I hope there are leftovers. If you haven’t ever had one, talk to any kid they’ll tell you all about them. Have a great week, use sunscreen (or sun scream as my little grands call it). Thank you so much for reading The Borderland Press, and thank you for the kind comments we continue to receive. We’re pretty crazy about you, too!
Diane Simmons
Publisher publisher@theborderlandpress.com
Letter from the Editor After the winter we’ve been through, no one wants to complain that we didn’t really have a spring or that summer got too hot too fast. I think it is safe to say things like, “Wow, this is really warm for early June” or “This feels like July weather, not June.” We traveled to Fargo for a graduation open house over the weekend, and every single person there melted just a little bit in the mid-90 degree heat. I’m sure when they planned graduation weekend and the open house, no one thought it would get quite that warm, but it did.
A few days passed by in the big city
The Borderland is a great place for waving at neighbors. It’s also a great place for summer fun. We are excited for you to check out our Summer Fun Guide in this week’s newspaper. There’s a lot going on around here all summer long. Stay hydrated, wear your sunscreen, and enjoy the ride.
Sarah Hinnenkamp Editor
editor@theborderlandpress.com
THE MORNING RUN: State Baseball and other stuff columnists that you simply scan or skip over like the guy whose article is below mine. I tried bribing Gage to be a guest columnist this week, writing about state baseball from a player’s perspective. I thought it would be interesting and fun; he thought it would be dumb. Maybe I should have offered him more than ten bucks.
by Sara Goodman Now that I’ve wasted an appropriate amount of time watching funny cat videos on Instagram and sending them to my sister, I suppose it’s time to settle in and write my weekly article. I’ve struggled a little bit lately trying to decide what to write about. It’s not for lack of topics but rather because I don’t want to bore my audience with endless drivel about my kids, our busy schedules, and events that everyone has probably already read about and seen a thousand pictures of on Facebook. I don’t want to be one of those
Last week we traveled to Why Not Minot for the State Class B Baseball Tournament and came out third in the heap. It wasn’t the outcome we wanted for the boys, and the shock of losing the semifinal game to LaMoure was not a feeling we were accustomed to, which goes to show how much success these players have had over the years. Rather than feeling humbled as we should have, we immediately felt bitter and jealous…and stop right there if you’re starting to judge me, because you’re lying if you say you would have reacted differently. It’s hard to feel anything positive immediately following a tough loss, but once the parents had retired to the hotel and drowned our sorrows in a few Coors Lights, the sting started to wear off. We were able to rem-
inisce with pride on all the amazing accomplishments these boys have had over the past several years. Once the mosquitos found us and the coolers got lighter, one by one everyone accepted defeat and started to head for their rooms. There were a few moms who toughed it out until the wee hours of the morning solving the world’s problems while scrubbing turf stains out of the uniforms. By the end of the night, we were so tired we couldn’t remember for sure what we were mad about and were more concerned about how many hours of sleep we were losing. Other than the terrible and outrageously priced concessions at the stadium, Minot was a great host for the tournament. We shopped, we lounged at the hotel’s outdoor patio, a few went to the zoo and the arcade at the mall, and the girls door-dashed Crumbl. We also checked out some amazing restaurants, including Ebeneezer’s Eatery and Irish Pub, The Starving Rooster, Bones BBQ Smokehouse and Grill and Charlie’s Main Street Café. Monday morning came too quickly, and just like that, we switched into
summer mode and schedules. Even though Gage is done with high school sports, he’s playing Legion baseball this summer as well as working fulltime for CHS in Milton. Ella started out her week by heading up to the school early in the morning for the summer weightlifting program before babysitting for a few hours and then heading to Devils Lake for basketball league. Catelyn decided not to nanny again this summer but has chosen instead to work for her dad on the farm. That decision should generate a few articles. Never bored myself, let me leave you with a plug for one of my summer activities, the Langdon Area School District Foundation golf tournament. This is one of only two fundraisers that the Foundation does all year, so we always hope for a good turnout of golfers! The tournament will be held on Saturday, June 17th at the Langdon Country Club. The price is $125 per person and includes food throughout the day and great prizes! For more information or to register, call Ethen Askvig at 701-370-7131. See ya next week!
Sara Goodman is an avid runner who says her best ideas come to her between 5:30 and 6:30 a.m. She grew up on a cattle ranch in Watford City, N.D. After recently retiring from 15 years of long-term care consulting, she now helps her husband, Greg, run the family farm near Milton and volunteers on many boards and committees in her church and community. The Goodman house has 3 kids, 2 cats, and a dog.
That’s a wrap on high school baseball!
Musings from Munich: I don’t want it….do you? faces in my driveway.
By Matt Mitzel The first weekend of June brings two big events in Devils Lake - Devils Run and city-wide garage sales. I guess both go hand in hand, as they are both a celebration of old items in hopes of getting a lot of money for them. The only problem is when a big city has garage sales all throughout the year, no matter when you get there, it feels picked over. Well, let me put your treasure hunting desires to rest. We are having a city-wide garage sale this weekend!!! It is true - paradise at half the price. I cannot wait to see your
First off, I’m NOT a second-hand hunter. I find that most of those people brag about what good deals they got, but the item is not something they were even looking for or useful for them. It’s like the time a soldier came up to me and said he bought a prosthetic leg for $75. I stood there in silence waiting for the punch line…but there wasn’t one, so I called him an idiot and returned to intelligent conversation elsewhere. I am sure you all know those people because they are always bringing you crap that they think you need. “Matt, I got this garden gnome for you as I saw you had a garden.” What the heck am I going to do with that? Secondly, there are the hagglers. Those people that just get a rush paying the absolute rock bottom price for a particular good no matter what it is. Since I am being honest here, I fall into that category. I cannot count how many times I went up to Brianne at a garage sale and said, “I just bought this Advil dispensing machine for half of what they were asking”. I will hag-
gle over anything! If I am buying a tv, why do people think I am weird if I ask the sales associate to throw in a $20 gift card for free? Obviously, my wife and all our friends think it is weird as they scatter whenever I say I’m going to negotiate. Then there are the looky lous. Those folks that do not actually bring any money to a garage sale but just go for conversation and to walk down memory lane. Those are the folks I would just love to hit in the face with a fly swatter; you know, not the violent way, but in such a way where they realize how stupid they are acting. In reality, I probably cleaned and tagged 12 hours over the past week to put on a good garage sale. The last thing I want to do is talk about something that isn’t going to be profitable to me. They have a story for everything, and if they are not age experienced, I have absolutely no sympathy when I ask them to leave. Finally, there are the overprepared and underprepared hosts. Sometimes you will show up and buy something, and the owners forgot to get
a cash bank, so you get two dollars in coin change back. Or they do not know if anything works….drives me crazy. On the flip slide is the overprepared sellers that have each item tagged with a price and a story. They try and sell you couches, cookies, and then cocktails. Anything so they can get the money out of your pocket and into theirs. So come to Munich this Saturday, June 10th from 8-4 p.m. About 12 houses are putting on big sales with a covered trailer standing by to take to a donation store any unsold items at 4:01. I do not want to wreck any surprises, but there hasn’t been a garage sale in Munich for years. We have all saved up items that you do not want to miss out on. Hit the summer with a good deal and a better watch phone maybe? Your wildest dreams will come true. See you there! Matt Mitzel is the unofficial events coordinator for the City of Munich, a supporter of Langdon Area Edmore Munich athletics, football coach, and all-around Munich mega fan, earning him the nickname “Mr. Munich.”
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Scams in the age of AI Scammers are adept at manipulating the latest technological advances to commit their crimes. These days it’s happening in the world of artificial intelligence – commonly known as AI. AI voice cloning is already bringing a new twist to scams that have been around forever. For instance, the grandparent scam calls now can feature the actual voice of the loved one the criminal is impersonating. These tactics are startling, but the ways we protect ourselves haven’t changed. The first sign of any fraud attempt is when an unexpected contact causes an immediate emotional reaction – often fear, panic, or excitement. Maybe training our brains to disengage when we feel that emotional surge
could be the best way to disrupt the criminal act.
By Nikki Eining CSW-PIP, QMHP
Unfortunately, “Midwestern Polite” has also created a belief that if we truly answer the question, “how are you” with honesty, we are burdening others. For this reason, we often answer “good” or “fine” when maybe in fact, we are not. This is called passive communication. Passive Communication is when we do not express our feelings or needs, do not believe our feelings or needs matter equally to others, or often we find ourselves apologizing for things. Over time this passive communication style often leads to misunderstanding, anger or even resentment. This is where it is vital for us to understand emotional and social wellness skills. To learn that every single one of us as humans has feelings and that this is normal. The more we ignore these feelings the more we impact our overall health. Having the skills to be able to truly answer the question, how are you, requires emotional wellness skills. The skills of recognizing one’s feel-
By eating seasonally, we get produce at its best quality and often best price. By Julie Garden-Robinson, NDSU Extension
Be a fraud fighter! If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam.
“How Are You? Does Midwestern Politeness Get In The Way?”
Midwest Culture is unique. We “America’s Heartlanders” are known for our outdoor hobbies, farming, winter survival strategies, hard work and country living. We are also known for our politeness. It is at times an autopilot response to hold a door open, greet another with a smile, drop off treats for a neighbor or when running into someone familiar ask, “how are you?” How often have we asked, “how are you” and heard the answer, “good” or “fine” or even answered this question ourselves this way.
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Otherwise, stay updated on the latest fraud tactics by bookmarking www. aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork. And know that anytime you are asked to address some urgent financial matter with a gift card, cryptocurrency or peer-to-peer payment app, it’s a scam.
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ings, understanding those feelings, labeling them, expressing them and regulating them. This skill, known as the “RULER” skill is an acronym for the five evidence-based skills of emotional intelligence (recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing, and regulating) founded by psychologist Marc Brackett out of Yale University. This skill is not a skill we are born with. This skill provides a sense of understanding and control of what is going on within us. Emotional wellness skills aid in our overall ability to manage stress, communicate effectively and manage conflict which supports our overall physical wellness. So, the next time a kind Midwesterner asks, “How Are You?” I encourage you to be honest. I encourage you to use the skills of checking in to recog-
nize how you really are feeling, labeling it and expressing it to that person asking. The other wonderful value we South Dakotans have is showing up for one another. We are not a burden. We are wonderful Midwestern neighbors who show up for each other. Let’s continue to work on defining and modeling that “Midwest Nice” as honest and authentic support. Nikki Eining CSW-PIP, QMHP Outpatient Clinical Mental Health Therapist Avera Medical Group Behavioral Health Brookings Clinic in Brookings, SD. Follow The Prairie Doc® at www. prairiedoc.org and on Facebook featuring On Call with the Prairie Doc® a medical Q&A show based on science, built on trust for 21 seasons, streaming live on Facebook most Thursdays at 7 p.m. central.
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Provided by Cavalier County Health District Making multi-unit housing smokefree can reduce secondhand smoke exposure among children and non-smoking adults. Studies also indicate that these policies can help smokers quit and can reduce cleaning and repair costs for owners.
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I look forward to May because I know that high-quality, rosy red strawberries will be available in my local grocery store. Strawberries are among my favorite fruits. You may have heard the recommendation about “eating in season.” What does that mean anyway? Seasonal produce varies by where we live, but we do have the advantage of seasonal produce from other locations reaching our grocery stores. I do not have a greenhouse in my backyard. If I were to eat what is growing in my garden in early May, I would have nothing to eat. In June, lettuce and radishes make an appearance. By definition, seasonal produce is at its best quality and, usually, its best price. Many fruits and vegetables come into season in the spring – somewhere in the world. When farmers markets open, check out the freshly picked produce. The less time that fresh produce spends on the way to your home, the more nutritious it tends to be. For example, these are some of the items on many seasonal produce guides: asparagus, avocados, bananas, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, celery, kale, kiwifruit, lettuce, onions, peas, pineapple, radishes, rhubarb, spinach, strawberries and turnips. Watch your grocery flier for sales on fresh produce. Remember that all forms of fruits and vegetables count toward the 1 ½ cups of fruit and 3 cups of vegetables recommended daily for most children and adults. Unfortunately, many people shortchange themselves on the recommendations for fruits and vegetables. Sometimes, availability of fresh produce can be an issue. We also have noted the increasing prices on a variety of foods at the grocery store. Here’s the good news: canned, fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables all count toward your goal. Push your cart throughout the entire store. All forms of fruits and vegetables are nutritious
additions to your diet, and they add variety and color to your plate. Vegetables are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, dietary fiber, folate (folic acid), vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin C. Fruits contain nutrients, such as potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin C and folate (folic acid). The most recent recommendations from the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize that we fill half of our plates with fruits and vegetables. Beans, such as navy, garbanzo and kidney, count as either vegetables or protein foods on your plate. Be sure to rinse all fresh fruits and vegetables under running water prior to using them in recipes. Bagged lettuce that has been “triple rinsed” does not need to be rinsed again. It is ready for your recipes. Try “sneaking in” some produce in your recipes and your menus with these tips. •Add shredded carrots to pasta sauce, lasagna or meatloaf. •Add extra vegetables to casseroles and soups. •Have a bowl of fruit, such as apples or bananas, on the countertop. •Serve raw, crunchy vegetables with low-fat dip as a snack. •Try vegetable kabobs on the grill. •Have fruit smoothies as a snack. •Serve fruit for dessert. Have you taken out your grill? Salmon is rich in heart-healthy fats, and the vegetables provide a variety of vitamins. This tasty recipe features seasonal lettuce and other colorful vegetables. Try having a parfait with fresh strawberries for dessert. Mixed Greens with Grilled Salmon and Feta Cheese ¼ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon ground ginger (if desired)
¼ teaspoon dried parsley flakes ¼ teaspoon pepper ¼ teaspoon salt 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, fresh or frozen (thawed) 1 (5-ounce) package spring mix salad greens or fresh romaine lettuce 1 cucumber, chopped 1 tomato, chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped (or ½ red bell pepper and ½ yellow bell pepper) ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese ¼ cup vinaigrette dressing or Italian dressing In a small bowl, mix the first five ingredients; sprinkle over salmon. Pre-
heat grill or broiler. Place salmon on oiled grill rack, skin side down. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 inches away from heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes. Slice salmon into pieces if desired. In a large bowl, toss salad greens with cucumber, tomato, bell pepper and cheese; divide among four plates. Top with salmon; drizzle with dressing. Makes four servings. Each serving has 525 calories, 22 g (grams) fat, 68 g protein, 11 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber and 490 milligrams sodium. (Julie Garden-Robinson, Ph.D., R.D., L.R.D., is a North Dakota State University Extension food and nutrition specialist and professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences. Follow her on Twitter @jgardenrobinson)
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Pemblier Nursing Center update - Gloria rocks
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by Heather Duerre
I would like to tell you about another one of our residents that “rocks!” Her name is Gloria LaValda (Clairmont) Gendreau, and on Nov. 16 of this year, she will be 100 years old! It’s hard for most of us to even imagine the changes she has experienced in her lifetime. Gloria’s story is one that is full of hard work, adventures, heartache, joy, and lots of love. Gloria was born on Main Street in Walhalla at the residence of Dr. Landry. Yes, you read that right…she was born at the house of the doctor! It turns out that Dr. Landry would also help Gloria deliver her first child (Mark) many years later at the hospital in Langdon. How many of us can say that the same doctor that delivered us also delivered our first child!? Anyway, back to Gloria’s story. Gloria was the third of nine children and grew up on a farm in the Walhalla area. She recalls a lot about her days on the farm. Things she remembered were: volunteering to clean the cream separator to avoid having to milk the cows, her mother making all their food from scratch - including cakes on their birthdays, spinning a pail of cream in the snow to make ice cream, riding to school in the winter in a big sled -which was driven by two horses, and learning how to play guitar and yodel from one of their hired farmhands.
One memory that really stood out to Gloria was being sent to Poplar Grove Country School with a lunch every day from her mother. As much as Gloria appreciated this, she found that her mom would send way too much food. Already a little “plump,” Gloria decided she needed to cut back on her food a little. Gloria cleverly decided to stuff her sandwich down a gopher hole she had come across while walking down their driveway. Her plan seemed fool proof…seemed is the key word. Unfortunately for Gloria, her Aunt Mary (who also happened to be a teacher at her school) found the sandwich sticking out of the hole. From that day on, Gloria had to sit and eat all of her lunch at school and was only allowed to get up after her Aunt Mary did an inspection to make sure nothing was left! Gloria also learned that if she was going to stuff something down a hole, she needed to make sure she stuffed it all the way down! Another school memory that Gloria reflected upon was her ability to memorize things. This came in handy being in a country school with all different grade levels. She would intently listen to the teacher as she instructed the other grades, and when Gloria got to that grade, she already knew the answers! This talent of memorization would gain a first place prize for Gloria in a contest held in Langdon. In order to receive the coveted first prize, Gloria had to memorize and recite “One Minute Longer” by Albert Payson Terhune. Side note: Gloria remembered the title and author without even having to reflect for more than a few seconds. Guess her memory is still top notch! Gloria met Emil Gendreau while she was selling tickets at the local dance hall in Walhalla. Emil asked her to dance, and the rest is history. They would go on to get married on Nov. 22, 1946. They spent the first 6 weeks after their wedding on their honeymoon.
Cavalier County Senior Menu Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon Monday, June 12 Pork Chop in Gravy/Mashed Potatoes/Carrots/Orange Tuesday, June 13 Lasagna/Green Beans /Caesar Salad/Peaches Wednesday, June 14 Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy/Broccoli Salad/Strawberries/Yogurt Thursday, June 15 Sloppy Joe on a Wheat Bun Seasoned Fries/Pea Salad/Fruit
EBT/SNAP accepted. Full cost of a meal: $8.00. Suggested Donation: $5.50 for those over 60 years of age. Please contribute what you can. Those under 60 are required to pay the full cost of the meal. Menus are subject to change. Due to COVID-19 we have been experiencing shipping issues and food shortages. Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services is located at 211 8th Ave. in Langdon and can be reached by phone at 256-2828.
Friday, June 16 Lemon Pepper Fish/Parslied Potatoes/Squash/Grapes
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After learning that little tidbit, I wasn’t surprised when Gloria told me they had 6 children! When I asked her what was something she was proud of, she said “Raising my kids. I love them, and they are my pride and joy. They are all so good to me!”
Individuals interested in taking the exam to select candidates for a fulltime temporary district game warden position must register by June 6. The test is at 10 a.m., June 9, at the North Dakota Game and Fish Department's main office in Bismarck.
Gloria’s life also saw some hard times with the death of her twin boys at their birth, the death of her beloved husband, and the death of all of her siblings. The one thing that has comforted her through all the sorrow is her Christian faith. Her one piece of advice for people is to “be honest with everybody, and treat people with respect and kindness. Forgiveness is important, too. It’s easy to say, but not always easy to do.”
Applicants must be at least 21, have a bachelor’s degree at time of hire or an associate degree with either 2 years of law enforcement or wildlife experience, have a valid driver’s license and a current North Dakota peace officer
As you can imagine with 99 years behind her, I could write on and on about Gloria and her life. I could tell you that she played in a band as a young girl, worked at Walhalla State Bank for 13 years, cooked hundreds of meals over the years for their farm help, helped hire almost 800 men to build the Cavalier Air Force Station, loves soup, doesn’t have a favorite color, enjoys listening to a variety of music, or that she knitted so much that one of her fingers is crooked! However, this is only an article for the newspaper, so I will wrap it up. Here at PNC, we are honored to have Gloria as part of our family. She is kind, generous, knowledgeable, faithfilled, humorous, and brings a “light” to the lives of all who know her.
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First of all, I would like to thank John, Stacey, and Dawn for arranging the benefit for me. My family and I would also like to thank Wheatland Estates, Maple Manor Care Center, and all staff and friends who helped with serving and preparing food for the benefit (which was delicious). It was a lot of fun to see and visit with everyone, and it was a wonderful turnout. I cannot thank everyone enough for the generosity you all have shown us. I will never forget this day! God Bless & Love – Betty Nelson and Family
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We would like to thank the Munich Fire Department and Ambulance for their response to our recent tractor fire on May 15. We appreciate their prompt response to attempt to get the fire under control. Although the tractor was a complete loss, no one was hurt, and we are very thankful that we have volunteers that are willing to dedicate their time and effort to help out the community in situations like this. Steven and Rosemary Ames Quentin Ames
license, or be eligible to be licensed. Candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check and must not have a record of any felony convictions. Salary through training is $4,500 per month. For more information, see the district game warden job announcement on the Game and Fish website, gf.nd.gov. Applicants must register by submitting an online application through the North Dakota State Job Openings website.
United Telephone Educational Foundation awards scholarships to 28 local seniors
The United Telephone Educational Foundation announced that 28 distinguished local seniors have been awarded scholarships this year. Students from central and eastern North Dakota will receive a total of $28,000 in scholarship funds. Since the program began in 1991, the United Telephone Educational Foundation has given more than $880,000 to graduating seniors and other first-term college students to provide financial assistance for their higher education. Congratulations to this year’s distinguished winners – Bottineau High School: Gabe Glasner, Madeline Guariglia, Danica Medlang, Isabella Saykally; Langdon Area High School: Mason Christianson, Tru Decker, Breana Wagner; General Educational Development: Halle Sanders; Mount Pleasant High School: Rylee Hanlan, Morgan Leas, Kate Munro, McKenna Samuelson; Munich High School: Amelia Hall, Halle Jabs; North Border-Walhalla High School: Emily Jackson; Rolette High School: Kyle Schell, Mitchell Wibe; Saint John High School: Lorayah Allery, Brayton Baker, Isaac Charbonneau; Turtle Mountain Community High School: Sydnee Bruce, Harleigh DeCoteau, Amya Gourneau, Sarah Grant, Jaylee Jay, Keon Laducer, Amari LaRocque, Linus Wallette, III. This scholarship program is a way for United Communications to support area youth who choose to invest in themselves by receiving an education. Best of luck to all of our scholarship recipients in this exciting new chapter.
Rural and Public Health Awards recipients announced Grand Forks, N.D. – The 38th Annual Dakota Conference on Rural and Public Health will feature the Rural and Public Health Awards Banquet to recognize outstanding North Dakota rural and public health advocates for their accomplishments. The awards banquet is slated for June 15 at 12:05 p.m. Central at the Bismarck Event Center. 2023 Rural and Public Health Awards Recipients: •Outstanding Rural Health Provider – Joel Johnson, Medical Director, First Care Health Center, Park River •Outstanding Rural Health Professional – Darla Roder, Compliance Officer and COO, Langdon Prairie Health, Langdon Emerging Rural Leader – Josalynne Hoff Rue, Family Practice Physician, Heart of America Medical Center, Rugby •Outstanding Rural Health Volunteer – Fred Stern, Board Member, Sakakawea Medical Center/Coal Country Community Health Center, Hazen/Beulah •Outstanding Rural Health Educator/Mentor – Teree Rittenbach, Professor of Nursing, University of Jamestown, Jamestown •Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – RAIN Program, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks •Rural Health Legislator of the Year – Judy Lee, North Dakota Senator, West Fargo •Outstanding Rural Health Career – Darrold Bertsch, Interim CEO, Sakakawea Medical Center/Coal Country Community Health Center, Hazen/Beulah •R-COOL-Health Scrubs Camp of the Year – Grafton Scrubs Camp – Unity Medical Center, Grafton •Flex Quality Reporting Award – Sanford Hillsboro Medical Center, Hillsboro •Public Health Worker of the Year – Brenton Nesemeier, Director of Field Services, North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Bismarck •North Dakota Public Health Association Outstanding Service Award – Theresa Will, Administrator at City-County Health District, Valley City •Public Health Team of the Year – North Dakota Healthy Outcomes Program, North Dakota State University, Fargo How to Attend Tickets for the awards banquet are free for conference participants and $30 for those not registered for the conference. Registration is mandatory for those who wish to attend. For information on getting tickets, visit https://ruralhealth. und.edu/dakota-conference/awards.
Youth Summer Camps
NDSU Extension – Cavalier County Katie Henry, Family and Community Wellness Agent the opportunity to attend a Cavalier County Commission meeting, learn how official meetings are run, meet people in public offices and learn about the jobs they do to help the county run smoothly. They will even have a mock meeting of their own. It will be a fun day with new experiences and, I’m sure, lots of questions.
Each year, NDSU Extension in Cavalier County develops youth mini day camps. It’s been very popular the last several years. It gives youth in our community the opportunity to experience different things and explore opportunities. Each summer, I try to develop different ideas based on six main principles: community, nutrition, life skills, mental health, outdoors, and STEM. Once the brochures go out, the lists fill up quickly. We have an extensive waiting list for several of the camps and are always excited to see the eager youth participate. It is nice to see the enthusiasm for the topics and the dedication families have to helping their children get opportunities they may not have had otherwise. The first camp this year is Local Government Camp. The youth will have
The second camp will be all about baking. Making 30-minute buns will be a fun experience. Sometimes people think making bread or buns is difficult but not with this quick and easy recipe. Hopefully, the youth will think it is so fun that they will be able to continue to make the buns for their families after the day is done. They will each get to take home some to share. Don’t worry, I scheduled more than 30 minutes for this round, as it takes some experience to get it down to 30 minutes. Camp number three is all about fishing. Fishing 101 and lure building will give the youth an opportunity to learn about bait and tackle, fish species, conservation practices, and how to make their own custom baits. This is also an extension of the fishing rod series that is taking place this summer. That opportunity also filled up quickly, and the kids will have a great time building rods, fishing, and learning about fishing skills. Mental health is something that is a
concern, especially the last several years. Camp number four focuses on growth mindset. It will give the youth an opportunity to learn how to be resilient and get through difficult times with fun activities. The focus is on practicing healthy ways to forge ahead in life in positive and helpful ways. We have already made it through 100% of our most difficult days; we can definitely make it through the rest. Camp number five is Sewing for Beginners: Pillowcases. This may be interesting, as there are several new beginners learning how to sew on a sewing machine. The youth will get the opportunity to practice sewing and finish a quick and simple pillowcase to take home. Sewing can be a fun hobby and even a way to make money. It will be a great introduction to both! The last camp is all about STEM exploration. The youth will have an opportunity to use LEGO Spike kits as well as other STEM kits to explore science, technology, engineering, and math. They will get to work as teams or individually explore interests and techniques that will help them learn more about STEM and how things work. All of these camps are made possible through the Cavalier County 4-H Council. They have generously offered to sponsor the camps through
donations they have been given by the community. The generosity of our community is amazing, and the youth benefit by being able to attend learning opportunities free of charge during the summer. As always, if you are ever thinking that you would like to help with one or all of our youth opportunities, feel free to join us! You can just call our office and offer your expertise any time (256-2560). You can also email katie.d.henry@ndsu.edu , and I’ll get
back to you about times and dates for each specific camp. If you have a passion for baking, I’m sure we could use an extra set of hands to help the kids form the buns. If you have a passion for sewing, we could always use more help keeping the kids safe by helping them navigate a sewing machine. Do you have a mind for STEM? We could use your help! The more adults the youth can learn from, the better our community will be. It will be a funfilled summer of Cavalier County mini camps. We can’t wait!
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Pembina County 4-Hers participate in communication arts event
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Spivey earns Eagle Scout rank Charles Spivey, grandson of Anna and the late Linwood Spivey, has earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He is a member of Troop 297 in Roseville, Minn. His project for Eagle Scout was creating and planting a garden for pollinators. His parents are Thomas and Deb Spivey of Roseville, Minn. He is also a member of American Legion Post 98 Sons of the Legion in Langdon.
Representing Pembina County at the district event were Aubrey and Amelia Ratliff of Cavalier; Gary and Olivia Olimb of Crystal; and Chaz Halverson, Gracyn Hornung and Grady Hornung, all of Walhalla. Receiving 1st place honors in the senior division were Grady and Gracyn Hornung (Interpretive Reading team). Honorable Mention honors in the senior categories were Gracyn Hornung (Interpretive Reading - individual) and Grady Hornung (Interpretive Reading – individual). Receiving 1st place honors in the junior division were Amelia Ratliff (Interpretive Reading – individual); Chaz Halverson (Mass Media – commercial); and Gary Olimb (Illustrated Talk). Chaz Halverson also received Honorable Mention for his electronic presentation. All 1st place winners, both junior and senior divisions, are eligible to participate in the State 4-H Communication Arts contest at the Minot State Fair in
July. Serving as judges for the event were Diane Hahn with ND Center for 4-H; Carrie Knutson, NDSU Extension Grand Forks County; Chelsea Hammond, NDSU Extension Grand Forks County; Tammie Nadeau, NDSU Extension Grand Forks County; Mark Landa, Crookston Area Chamber of Commerce; and Becky Martin, Grand Forks. The 4-H Communication Arts event is designed to help participants develop communication skills throughout a lifetime. Participants actively practice their communication skills before a group and must learn to gather and organize information, equipment and props for public presentation. All participants gain confidence in public speaking and are evaluated on their performances to help enhance their skills. The North Dakota 4-H Communication Arts events are sponsored by the North Dakota 4-H Foundation, Fargo; Northern Plains Electric Coop, Cando; Polar Communications, Park River; Verendrye Electric Co-op Inc., Velva; Red River Farm Network, Grand Forks; West River Telephone, Hazen; and Ag Week Forum Communications, Fargo. The 4-H program is a youth education component of the NDSU Extension Service.
Munich Public School announces Honor Roll for Quarter 4 The following is a list of both the “A” & “B” Honor Roll students for the 4th quarter of the 2022-2023 school year. To be on the “A” Honor Roll a student must obtain a quarterly GPA of 3.5 or higher, have no letter grade below a B- and no more than one letter grade below an A-. To be on the “B” Honor Roll a student must obtain a quarterly GPA of 3.0-3.49, have no letter grade below a C- and no more than one letter grade below a B-. “A” Honor Roll Grade 12 Taryn Amble Amelia Hall Patrick Haus Paul Haus Halle Jabs Markus Kingzett Grade 11 Nickolas Kingzett Emmy Pankratz Grade 10 Cody Amble Payton Hall Natalie Perry
Grade 9 Max Brown Zachary Estenson Kade Hansen Tanner McDonald Grade 8 Noah Foster Bridget Pankratz Grade 7 Emma Hall Caleb McDonald Kemi Morstad Grady Pankratz “B” Honor Roll Grade 11 Josephine Estenson
Levi Woodrow Grade 9 Johnathan Christie Chloe Foster Evan Hall Grade 8 Gabrielle Eisenzimmer Grade 7 Kaleb Foster Maci Gage Layne Hall Karson Hansen Braxton Lindseth Lexi Olson Kadence Wirth
Munich Public School wishes to recognize those students who have improved their academic standing from the third to the fourth quarter. Therefore, students who have increased their GPA from the third to the fourth quarter will be named to the STAAR (STudents Advancing Academic Record) list. For the fourth quarter those students are as follows: Cody Amble Dexter Biby Max Brown Colton Buchweitz Johnathan Christie Josephine Estenson Zachary Estenson Kaleb Foster Maci Gage Amelia Hall Layne Hall Emma Hall Payton Hall Karson Hansen Patrick Haus* Paul Haus* Halle Jabs Markus Kingzett Nickolas Kingzett Caleb McDonald Lexi Olson Bridget Pankratz Emmy Pankratz Natalie Perry Landon Schakelford Levi Woodrow
23 District Pembina County–Front Row l to r: Gary Olimb, Amelia Ratliff, Olivia Olimb Back Row: Chaz Halverson, Gracyn Hornung, Grady Hornung
Seven Pembina County 4-H youth participated in the District 4-H Communication Arts contest held in Grand Forks on June 1st. These youth competed against 4-Hers from Grand Forks and Walsh counties.
Munich High School quarter 4 STARR list
* Denotes students who have maintained a 4.0 average from the third to the fourth quarter.
Edmore to host street dance
“Saturday Night at Akra Hall” event scheduled for June 10 The Northeast North Dakota Heritage Association (NENDHA) and Icelandic State Park will be hosting their annual “Saturday Night at Akra Hall” on Saturday, June 10. The event will be held at Icelandic State Park, 13571 Hwy. 5, Cavalier. The O’Neil Family Band will provide the entertainment. The O’Neil Family Band is comprised of Tom O’Neil (guitar and fiddle), Jeanne O’Neil (banjo and concertina) and Erin O’Neil (fiddle and feet). Together they celebrate a form of dance and music that has endured for ages. Throughout the years, these tunes and dances continue to be danced and played across the country - an art form that never dies out simply because it belongs to the people. The O’Neils have been holding community dances, presenting concerts, and performing since the1980s. Tom and Jeanne met in Ames, Iowa, in 1978 as members of the Onion Creek Cloggers. In 1986, they moved to the Red River Valley and formed North Country Fiddle and Dance, a community dance organization, which holds regular community dance events. In 1989, daughter Erin was born. Raised in a household where music and dance played a daily role, Erin began step dancing at age three, fiddling at age five, and composing at age 11. The O’Neil’s repertoire includes reels, jigs, waltzes, schottisches, and hornpipes, many of which were composed by Erin. With roots in Metis tunes, French Canadian music, Scandina-
vian and Celtic tunes as well as New England and Appalachian tunes, the O’Neil’s music is a unique blend of these traditions but with a style all its own. O’Neil Family Band performances frequently include demonstrations of Appalachian clogging and French-Canadian “gigue” dancing. The O’Neils can also provide music and instruction for dance workshop and community dance events. All are welcome to join the fun on Saturday, June 10 for a free will donation. Here is the schedule: 3:30 to 4:30 - Square Dancing 101 4:30 to 6:30 - Burgers and brats 6:30 to 9:00 - Dance
Edmore will have a street dance featuring the band 32 Below starting at 9 p.m. on Saturday, June 10. There will also be a cornhole tournament on Saturday. Registration is at 1 p.m. It’s a blind draw with two-person teams, $10 per person to enter, $500 added to winnings, must be 21. Free camping is available, and Nacho Bizness food truck will be on hand for the festivities. Email edmoreclub@gmail.com with questions.
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Church/Obituaries who passed away June 2, 2023, at the Pembina County Memorial Hospital in Cavalier, N.D.
Yvette Kram
Mass of Christian Burial was held June 8, 2023, in Walhalla, N.D., for Yvette Kram, 89, of Walhalla, N.D.,
Yvette D. Beauchamp was born January 27, 1934, at Olga, N.D., to Avila and Eva Beauchamp. She grew up in Olga, where she attended school. Yvette then worked as a nurse’s aide in the hospital in Cavalier and Langdon, N.D. On August 12, 1958, she married Rudolph Kram at Olga, N.D. After their marriage, they made their home in Walhalla. She later made her home at the Country Estates in Cavalier and then the Pembilier Nursing Center in Walhalla. Yvette enjoyed cooking, sewing and embroidery. She was a member of the St. Boniface Altar Society, Walhalla American Legion
Auxiliary, and the Pembina County Right to Life. She is survived by her children: Karen (Pat) Restad of Adams, N.D., Barb (Wayne) Chale of Pembina, N.D., Patricia Kram of Grafton, N.D., Diane (Keith) Due of Cavalier, N.D., Dean (Janie) Kram of Walhalla, N.D.; daughter-in-law Kathy Kram; grandchildren: Britney (Chris) Litton, Kelly (Kailey) Restad, Blaine (Taylor) Restad, Krista (Chance) Sveen, Bradey (Miranda) Restad, Amanda (Andy) Horsley, Matthew Chale, Nicholas (Kayla) Due, Tyler Due and fiancée Morgyn Hendricks, Tanner Due; 18 great-grandchildren; and her siblings: Victor (Joyce) Beauchamp, Marie (Ben) Kartes, Alyce Kartes, Loretta Quarm,
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and Yvonne (Jim) Kartes. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Rudolph, son Kelly, and four brothers and five sisters. Online guestbook at www.askewfuneralhome.com.
Kenneth F. Schill
Mass of Christian Burial was held June 1, 2023, in Grand Forks, N.D., for Kenneth F. Schill, 79, of Grand Forks, N.D., and formerly of Hannah, N.D., who passed away May 27, 2023, at Valley Senior Living in Grand Forks with his family by his side after a courageous journey with brain cancer. Burial was at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Mt. Carmel. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Cemetery: Darrel Metzger, 10242 103rd St. NE, Wales, ND 58281. Kenny F. Schill was born on June 11, 1943, to Clarence and Lavina (Hoffarth) Schill. He was the fifth oldest in a family of nine. He was raised on a farm seven and a half miles northwest of Mt. Carmel, N.D. Kenny attended his first eight years in a one room country school. He went on and graduated from Wales High School in 1963. In June of 1965, Kenny entered the United States Army. He went through basic training at Fr. Leonardwood, Mo., and was sent overseas on assignment. He spent seventeen months at Toul, France, and his last month in the service in Kaiserslautern, Germany. He was honorably discharged in June of 1967. Upon his return home, he began farming with his dad.
great-grandchildren. He was so proud of them all. Kenny was an active member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church until it closed in 2008. They then joined St. Michael Catholic Church in Wales, N.D., until they moved to Grand Forks the fall of 2019. They then joined Holy Family Catholic Church in Grand Forks. Kenny was a farmer all his life. In 1995, he purchased the farm where he grew up. Kenny was an honest and hard-working man who had a great sense of humor. He was a jack of all trades and could fix anything. He loved when neighbors and friends would stop in for coffee and visits. He enjoyed working in his shop and in the fields and watching the crops grow. Kenny and Donna always had a large garden, which they loved doing. He enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, softball, volleyball, water skiing, playing cards, country music and old western movies. Survivors include his wife and best friend of 52 years, Donna; daughters: Kaye (Wayne) Mager of Thompson, N.D., and their children Anne, Luke and Sarah and Diana (Collin) Cominghay of Grand Forks, N.D., and their daughter Arianne (John) Azure and great-granddaughter Eleanor Azure, of Grand Forks, N.D.; and son Eric (Betty) Schill of Bismarck, N.D., and their children Danielle, Kevin & Aaron; sister Gladys Hell of Langdon, N.D.; and four brothers: Donald (Karri) of Bonney Lake, Wash., Steve (Carmen) of Layton, UT, Roger (Yvonne) of Colorado Springs, Colo., Larry (Jo) of The Villages, Fla. Kenny is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson Christopher Mager; siblings: Bernard, Neil and Terry; sister-in-law Liz Schill; and brother-in-law Dick Hell. Online guestbook is available at www. brooksfuneralhomelangdon.com
On June 26, 1970, Kenny married Donna Stevens at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Olga, N.D. They were blessed with three children. He had a great love for his children, grandchildren, and
Celebration of Life scheduled for Gaylen Olson A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 10 at Williams Lobermeier Boettcher Funeral Home in Duluth, Minn., for Gaylen Olson, 82, of Superior, Wisc., who died March 16, 2023, in Duluth. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, and burial will be at 5:00 p.m. on June 10 at the Holden Lutheran Cemetery at Colfax, Wisc. All donations will be given to Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior, Wisc. The service will be livestreamed starting at 10:55 a.m. The link is www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057452890892. Arrangements by Williams Lobermeier Boettcher Funeral Home. 218-6241059.
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Church/Obituaries enjoying everything northern Minnesota had to offer. Kip is survived by his wife, Rayanne, of East Grand Forks, Minn.; children: Stephanie Fleegel of Grafton, N.D. and Nathan (Tiffany) Sillers of Grafton, N.D.; his grandchildren: Casey (Clarissa), Trinity, Alex, Max, and Liam; great-grandchildren: Jocelyn, Carson, Emily, and Olivia; siblings: Cameron (Joan) Sillers of Langdon, N.D., Patricia (Ron) Barta of Langdon, N.D., and Mary Beth (Rory) Carda of Fargo, N.D.; and many nieces and nephews. He
Archie “Kip” Sillers
A memorial service was held June 8, 2023, in Grand Forks, N.D., for Archie “Kip” K. Sillers, age 81, of East Grand Forks, Minn., who passed away May 31, 2023, at Altru Hospital of Grand Forks, N.D., with his family by his side. Inurnment - Resurrection Cemetery of East Grand Forks, MN. Archie Kipling Sillers was born on February 2, 1942, to Archibald and Bernice (Schneider) Sillers in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was raised on the family farm near Calvin, N.D. Kip attended the Calvin School, graduating with the Class of 1960. After graduation, Kip attended the University of North Dakota. His love of travel started when he took a summer job on a custom harvest crew traveling the Midwest. He was united in marriage to Rayanne Dempsey in 1968 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in East Grand Forks, Minn. He began his career in sales with Beneficial Finance. His sales career led him and his family to many towns in the Dakotas and Minnesota. Kip settled his family in Marshall, Minn., in 1986, where he began working for Tholen Auto Sales. He enjoyed his career selling Schwan´s Food route trucks, traveling 200 days a year throughout the continental states, Mexico, and Canada. He developed long-lasting relationships with his customers, many of whom he visited until his last days. The job he cherished the most was when he received his promotion to grandpa and then great-grandpa. Kip enjoyed fishing at Devils Lake, N.D., Cass Lake, Minn. and Minaki, Ontario. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed cook outs, neighborhood gatherings, and family reunions at Devils Lake. It was Kip and Rayanne´s dream to move to Cass Lake, Minn., in their retirement. They made their dream come true by building their home and
is preceded in death by his parents, mother-in-law Jeanne Dempsey and son-in-law Robert Fleegel. Memorial Services will be on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 11:00 am at the Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks, ND. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Inurnment will be at Resurrection Cemetery of East Grand Forks, MN. Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks, N.D., was in charge of arrangements.
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LANGDON AREA SCHOOL BOARD | MEETING MINUTES April 17, 2023
LANGDON AREA SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Present: Dave Hart, Cindy Stremick (by Borchardt seconded the motion. Mo- Motion was unanimously carried. The May 5, 2023 phone), Dawn Kruk, Abby Borchardt, Tiffany Hetletved, Loren Fetsch, Daren Bachman, Daren Christianson (Supt.), Todd Hetler (Elem. Principal), and Shauna Schneider (Bus. Mgr.). Absent: Ethen Askvig Visitors: Jacy Bata, and Sarah Hinnenkamp Chairman Dave Hart called the April 17, 2023, Board meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all attendees. The Board reviewed the March 20,2022, special and regular Board minutes as presented. Dawn Kruk made a motion to approve the March 20, 2023, special and regular Board minutes as presented. Loren Fetsch seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The Board reviewed the financials and bills presented. Loren Fetsch made a motion to approve the financials and bills as presented. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The Business Manager report was reviewed by the Board. Shauna Schneider added that 76 absentee ballot applications have been received by the Business Office to date. She stated that the coop grocery bid is due May 2nd and is being worked on as well as the fresh fruits and veggies application for 23-24 school year. Chairman Dave Hart welcomed the visitors attending the meeting. Communications: Thank you received from Langdon Area School District Foundation. Administrators’ Reports: Daren Christianson’s report was reviewed by the Board. Topics of discussion included Staffing, Interviews, and Elementary Project. He added that per the Fire Marshall report, a snowblower building will need to be built for the Elementary. The Tech Ed class will take on the project with the District paying for materials. Daren Christianson stated that the librarian candidate that was offered a position with the District declined the offer. He reviewed Bob Simmons conversation with the Board regarding upcoming streaming services and advertising screen. Daren Christianson added that there will be summer school PE and Driver’s Ed. Ethen Askvig’s report was reviewed by the Board. Topics of discussion included NDHSAA Distinguished Student Finalists, CPR Training, ND State and ACT Testing, Pre-Registration, Teacher Evaluations, and Virtual Learning. He thanked the Langdon Eagles #3454 for sponsoring the CPR training for the students. Todd Hetler’s report was reviewed by the Board. Topics of discussion included Registered Kindergarten Students, 4th Quarter Mid-Quarter Reports, ND State Assessment Testing, Kindergarten Round-up, Gearing Up for Kindergarten, Community Relations Team, Pioneer Activities, Boy Scouts District Executive Visit, and Academic Fair. Committee: Budget and Finance Committee meeting was presented by Dawn Kruk. She stated that the Committee looked at different scenarios of salary increases that the District could afford. There will be discussion in executive session.
Old Business: There are no COVID updates. The Building Fund levy vote was reviewed and discussed. Daren Christianson reviewed the memorandum of understanding between the Langdon Area School District and the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Department regarding the School Resource Officer position that begins Monday, April 24, 2023. Daren Bachman made a motion to approve the memorandum of understanding as presented. Abby
tion was unanimously carried.
New Business: Shauna Schneider requested approval of Steph Fetsch, Kari Phillips, Craig Thompson, Mary Adam, and Jordan Braunberger as the 2023 election workers. Tiffany Hetletved made a motion to approve the election workers as presented to be paid at the current rate of $22.50 per hour. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Dave Hart presented Mandy Howatt and Rachel Avdem teaching contracts for approval. Loren Fetsch made a motion to approve Mandy Howatt’s 2023-2024 teaching contract as presented. Abby Borchardt seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Daren Bachman made a motion to approve Rachel Advem’s teaching contract as presented. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Abby Borchardt reviewed the License Teacher, Head Custodian/Maintenance, Custodian/ Maintenance, Head Cook, Cook, Elementary Office Manager, Superintendent Secretary/Assistant Business Manager job descriptions presented to the Board for approval. Loren Fetsch made a motion to approve the job descriptions presented. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Dave Hart read Ashley Hennings resignation letter to the Board. Tiffany Hetletved made a motion to approve Ashley Hennings’ resignation. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Shauna Schneider reviewed 2022 polling hours with the Board. Loren Fetsch made a motion to have the June 13, 2023, election polls open from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Abby Borchardt seconded the motion.
Board reviewed the pledge of securities presented for approval. Daren Bachman made a motion to approve the pledge of securities as presented. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. Motion was unanimous carried. Dave Hart a motion to go into executive session under NDCC 44-04-19.1 for teacher negotiations strategy. Loren Fetsch made a motion to go into executive session for teachers’ negotiation strategy. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Roll call vote was unanimously carried. Dave Hart stated that the public wanting to return to the open meeting can do so at approximately 8:10 p.m. Executive session began at 7:37 p.m. and was attended by the Board, Superintendent, and Business Manager. Open meeting reconvened at 8:12 p.m.
There was discussion on the next Board meeting time. Dawn Kruk made a motion to move the meeting time on May 15, 2023, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The next regular Board meeting is Monday, May 15, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the School Board Meeting Room. Loren Fetsch made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Meeting Adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Board President Business Manager Received by The Borderland Press on Tuesday, May 30.
Present: Dave Hart, Cindy Stremick, Abby Borchardt, Tiffany Hetletved (by phone), Daren Bachman, Daren Christianson (Supt.), and Shauna Schneider (Bus. Mgr.). Absent: Loren Fetsch, and Dawn Kruk Chairman Dave Hart called the May 5, 2023, Special Board meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. Dave Hart reviewed the negotiated agreement for 2023-2025 with the Board. Daren Bachman made a motion to approve the 20232025 negotiated agreement. Abby Borchardt seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The May 15th Board meeting will need to be moved. Abby Borchardt made a motion to move the May 15, 2023
Board meeting to May 17, 2023 beginning at 7:00 p.m. with a public meeting beginning at 6:15 p.m. Cindy Stremick seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Cindy Stremick made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Abby Borchardt seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Meeting Adjourned at 7:38 a.m. Board President Business Manager Received by The Borderland Press on Tuesday, May 30.
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North Border School Election set for June 13th The annual election for the North Border School District #100 will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Polling places will be located in the following: Pembina School, Pembina, ND; Neche City Office, Neche, ND; and Walhalla School, Walhalla, ND. Polls will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Voters may vote at any polling place within the district.
the geographic area of Pembina, one from the geographic area of Neche, one from the geographic area of Walhalla, and one ‘At Large’. All voters of North Border School District #100 will vote for all members. Therefore, each voter should vote for a total of four (4) members in this election by marking the box to the left of the name and/or listing a write in candidate.
The North Border School Board shall consist of seven members with two members from each of the former districts and one at large. Three current members will be continuing next year in their unexpired terms, so there are four vacancies to be filled – one from
The following have submitted an application for nomination for the School Board Election: DeWilliam Moore has filed for the seat in the former Pembina District (2 years left of a 3-year term), Jared Hanson has filed for the seat in the former Neche District,
Heather Duerre has filed for the seat in the former Walhalla District, and Jeffrey Watts and Ashley Schafer have filed for the ‘At Large’ seat. Terms are for three (3) years unless listed otherwise. Terms of current school board members that are ending this year (June 30, 2023) are: Tom Zaharia, who represents Pembina (appointed until June 2023); Jared Hanson, who represents Neche (3-year term); Jared Johnson, who represents Walhalla (3-year term); and Jeffrey Watts, who represents ‘At Large’ (3-year term). Other members of the School Board include: Shannon Cosley, Amber Dunnigan, and Kirk Morrison.
LANGDON AREA SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION NOTICE The Langdon Area School District #23 will hold their annual school election on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. This election will be held at the Langdon Area High School Commons from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. School District residents will vote to fill one rural-at-large seat with a threeyear term; and one city-at-large seat with a three-year term. School District residents will vote on the questions: #1) “Shall Langdon
Area School District No. 23, County of Cavalier, State of North Dakota, publish a record of the minutes of the School Board in a newspaper of general circulation of the School District for the succeeding two years?”, #2 “Shall Langdon Area School District No. 23, County of Cavalier, State of North Dakota, change one Rural-atLarge position to an overall At-Large position?”, and #3 “Shall the school building fund levy of Langdon Area Public School District No. 23, of Cavalier, and Walsh Counties, North Dako-
ta, be increased from three (3) mills up to eight (8) mills as permitted by Section 57-15-16 of the North Dakota Century Code?”. Absentee ballots can be picked up at the Business Office at the High School. Absentee ballots are required to be returned to the Business Office no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, June 12, 2023, or postmarked no later than Monday, June 12, 2023.
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On behalf of the family of Eugene Marcotte and his beloved wife Theresa, we thank you. We so appreciated your presence and/or your thoughts and prayers supporting us. Your heart-felt generosity with your time, talents, and contributions comforted us greatly.
General Fund Vendor Name Invoice Description Amount ACT ACT Testing Literacy/Math 2,110.00 Advanced Business Methods May 2023 Copier/Printer Leases 3,113.55 Agnes, Taylor Spelling Bee Supplies 16.93 Amble, Taryn Elementary VB Ref. 102.00 Amkota LLC State FCCLA Conference Hotels 576.40 Art of Education University, The K-12 Art Curriculum 899.00 Theresa Marcotte Berry, Mickey Ump Baseball vs Grafton 5/13/23 278.84 Gerald Marcotte, Connie Balsdon, Borderland Press, The Publish Board Meeting Minutes 76.95 Bernice Kram, and Kevin Marcotte Bottineau High School Track Meet Entry Fee 250.00 BR Guidance Counseling and Mentorship March 2023 Contracted Counseling 2,337.50 Services LLC Braunberger, Jordan Golden Rule Ambassador Apples 211.39 CarQuest of Langdon Belt 18.49 CASH State Music Meals for Students 690.00 Catholic Charities North Dakota March/April 2023 Contracted Counseling 2,190.00 Cavalier High School Track Meet Entry Fee 200.00 Christianson, Olivia Elementary VB Ref. 102.00 City of Langdon April 23 Water, Sewer, Garbage 878.69 Dettler, Lori Sub License Fees 135.00 Devils Lake High School Student Boarding Fess/Track Meet Entry Fee17,036.75 Dollar General- Regons 410526 Staff Supplies 24.02 Dumas, Tony Baseball Ump 5/4/23 269.97 Farmers Union Oil Co. Student Transport/Vehicle Repair/FACS 687.04 Fetsch, Jesse Tilling Pits for Track 22 & 23 300.00 FP Mailing Solutions May-July 2023 Postage Machine Rental 179.85 Fredrickson, Kevin Baseball Ump 5/5/23 157.77 Freeman, Dennis Softball Ump 5/9/23 240.50 Gerrells Sports Center Choir Awards/Senior Awards 397.85 Glenn's Appliance Center Vacuum Cleaner Bags 51.90 Grafton High School Track Meet Entry Fee 525.00 Hampton Inn & Suites Minot Airport State Music Hotel Rooms 1,234.80 Hanson, Jaerod Baseball Ump 5/5/23 464.30 Hanson, Mike Baseball Ump 5/4/23 568.31 Hart, Jane NDHSCA Membership 60.00 Hartley's School Buses April 2023 Transportation Expenses 24,833.36 Hewitt, Kyle Softball Ump 5/9/23 391.75 Hiway Laundry April 23 Mops, Towels, Rags, Aprons 350.70 Hoffarth, Carl April 23 Snow Removal 325.00 Hot Lunch Program May 2023 STEAM Camp Snacks 349.15 Industrial Arts Supply Co. Shipping 12.50 Jabs, Halle Elementary VB Ref. 102.00 Johnson Controls, Inc. Motor, Bearing Assembly, Heat Pump Repairs10,480.84 Jorgensen, Mitchell Baseball vs Park River Ump 5/2/23 200.24 Kitchin, Jayne Sub License Expenses 189.50 Kram, Amy State FCCLA Conference Meals/Mileage/Reg550.01 Langdon Building Center Plywood to mount Air Purifier 24.65 Langdon Hardware and Rental Nuts/Bolts/Sump Pump/BR Strainer 244.51 Langdon Prairie Health DOT Physicals JB, TG, JP, KL, MT, BR 611.22 LaQuinta by Windham Science Olympiad 775.00 LASD Foundation Memorial for Neil Romfo 50.00 Leevers Foods FACS/FCCLA/Kindergarten Roundup/Workroom226.31 Lewis, Becky Mileage for Math Counts in Bismarck 345.97 Lindseth, Lane Jazz Band Fuel Expense 54.25 Marcotte's Builders Supply Bright White Premium Grout 43.99 Mikkelsen Brothers, Inc. Snow Removal LAES Nov-April 4,010.00 Montana-Dakota Utilities April 23 Natural Gas Bills 3,188.36 Murphy, Traci NDHSCA Membership 60.00 ND Council of Educational Leaders Summer Conference DC 320.00 ND High School Activities Association State Music Festival Medals 60.00 NDSBA Legal Direct Negotiations 2023 4,524.00 Network Services Company Ice Melt 2,845.85 Northern Red River Interactive Television ITV Spanish Class 1,350.00 Northwest Tire Inc Ball Joints/Inner Tie Rod End Repairs 133.33 Popplers Music Store Hawaiian Beach Party Book/Audio 221.68 Premium Waters, Inc. April 23 Water/Water Jugs 102.89 Ramada Fargo EA Conference Hotel 246.00 Rueger, Kathleen A. College Tour Mileage 569.00 Rugby High School Track Meet Entry Fee 200.00 School Specialty, LLC Classroom Supplies-A. Lorenz 0.00 Stein Auto Body Windshield Repair 70.00 Stockton, Tyler Baseball Ump JV 5/9/23 521.18 United Communications LAHS/LAES Phone/Fax 664.07 VISA - Cardmember Service Para Appreciation Supplies 3,825.60 99,457.71 Building Fund Vendor Name Invoice Description Amount Cavalier Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. Lights/Outlets Stage Area LAES 866.86 Langdon Activity Center VB/SB/BB Practice/Games 850.00 Langdon Area Baseball Rental of Baseball/Softball Fields 2,000.00 Lill Electric Install Lights in Basement Locker Rooms930.00 Marcotte's Builders Supply Fire Door Slabs/End Cap 3,495.00 8,141.86
NOTICE OF ELECTION MUNICH SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 19 Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 an annual election will be held for the purpose of electing members for the school board and to vote whether to publish the school board minutes in the local newspaper or not. Two "Rural" positions are up for re- election. The election will be held at the Munich Ambulance Center. The polls shall open at 11:00 a.m. and shall remain open until 7:00 p.m.
Solution in Next Weeks Issue
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DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Flag Day
reading of a piece titled, “Your Flag and My Flag.” This was followed by a meal, and, of course, a parade, led by a line of “massed flags” from local businesses.
June 12, 2023 — Oh, say—do you remember that June 14 is Flag Day? That means that, from the dawn’s early light to the bright rocket’s—or, in this case, firecrackers’ glare—we’ll be honoring the red, white and blue banner of stars and stripes and commemorating when the United States adopted it as a symbol of our nation.
And the patriotism spread across the country—as did the honoring of the flag. In fact, in Montana, a man who had so many lumps of sugar stolen from his restaurant decided to try other ways of keeping his sugar there. But when he adorned the sugar lumps with mini-American Flags, the “patriotic pilferers” changed their tactics, and afterward, he couldn’t keep his bowls of sugar “equipped with flags,” as so many people took them.
The flag has meant many things to many people. During trying times, patriotism often seems especially important. During World War II, in 1942, a sense of patriotism permeated every-day life in North Dakota. Doing what you could, giving what you could and doing without were ways of expressing support of the country and its soldiers overseas. If you were listening on June 5, you heard about food rationing that went on throughout the country in response to scarce supplies. Here in North Dakota, farmers were encouraged to “farm for freedom.” Their crops helped with grain shortages, and their livestock helped with other food shortages. In fact, patriotism was not just for the farmers. On this day, the Devils Lake Journal reported that in response to the calls for more eggs, one unlikely individual was doing her part to fulfill her duty. A seven-year-old white giant hen, owned by the Matt Bloomquist family, was “doubling her output” by laying one double yolk, oversized egg each day. Four of the eggs weighed almost 14 ounces.
Stealing was, perhaps, not the best way of honoring our country’s starred and striped banner; however, the patriotism and celebrations did bring it honor. And the star-spangled banner did—and does—”yet wave o’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.” Dakota Datebook written by Sarah Walker “Dakota Datebook” is a radio series from Prairie Public in partnership with the State Historical Society of North Dakota and with funding from Humanities North Dakota. See all the Dakota Datebooks at prairiepublic. org, subscribe to the “Dakota Datebook” podcast, or buy the Dakota Datebook book at shopprairiepublic. org.
DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Fargo Grain Terminal But on this day, too, everyone’s “ev- Collapses ery-day” patriotism was made a little more special, as the people of Devils Lake were already celebrating their country and Flag Day. They had a big program for the holiday, with music performed by the Boys Concert Band, some community singing, a dramatic
June 13, 2023 — During the wee hours on this date in 1955, the Fargo Grain Terminal collapsed, reducing the massive structure to a massive pile of rubble and grain. The terminal was the largest privately
owned storage facility in North Dakota at the time – second in size only to the State Mill and Elevator. The building was 122-feet high and consisted of 20 concrete tanks with a storage capacity for 800,000 bushels of grain. At the time of the collapse, it held some 600,000 bushels of wheat and other grains weighing about 18,000 tons. The structure, built by Ryan Construction Company of Nebraska, was less than a year old, having been completed in August 1954. The contractor told owner Joseph Eichinger to expect the elevator to sink about a foot into the ground as the building settled, saying this was typical for concrete elevators. Eichinger said the building had listed a bit from north to south, but he and his employees compensated for the lean by shifting the grain inside. This
was a common practice with grain terminals of the time. The terminal was located at the west edge of Fargo on the south side of Highway 10. Its 205 foot-high headhouse had become a local landmark. When Eichinger left at 10 p.m. the previous night, everything seemed normal. Several hours later, 16-year-old Joe Basquez and his girlfriend parked nearby, becoming eyewitnesses to the events that followed. Shortly after midnight, the young couple saw a blue flame emerge at the top of the structure. Then the ground shook as if from an explosion, but there was no fire. Driving through the darkness, they found the elevator had snapped at its base and had fallen to the ground. A newspaper story reported, “When it fell northward toward the highway, a
railway spur track was heaved six feet into the air. The ground on all sides was buckled.” The cost of the collapse was estimated at about 1.5 million dollars, most of which was attributed to the stored grain. Almost everything was insured, and barring rain or fire, Eichinger hoped to salvage perhaps two-thirds of the grain from the rubble. Dakota Datebook written by Merry Helm “Dakota Datebook” is a radio series from Prairie Public in partnership with the State Historical Society of North Dakota and with funding from Humanities North Dakota. See all the Dakota Datebooks at prairiepublic. org, subscribe to the “Dakota Datebook” podcast, or buy the Dakota Datebook book at shopprairiepublic. org.
Sports
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Cards finish third at State B Tourney, end year at 18-3 Jack Romfo wins State B Senior Athlete, three Cardinals on All-State Team By Jake Kulland
The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals entered the 2023 State Class B High School Baseball Tournament as the second seed in Minot June 1-3. The Cards shut out Des Lacs-Burlington 6-0 in the first round, lost a tough one to LaMoure 12-8 in the semifinals, then beat Central Cass 9-4 for third place. Langdon-Edmore-Munich finished another memorable campaign with a record of 18 wins and just three losses. Thompson went on to beat LaMoure 9-0 in the championship for their second straight state title. Jack Romfo was named Class B Senior Athlete of the Year, while Nate Soulis of Thompson was Class B Coach of the Year. Romfo was also named to the Class B All-State first team, and Carter Tetrault and Mason Romfo made the second team. Other area players making the All-State squad were Brayden Wolfgram of Thompson and Dane Hagler of North Star. Cardinals seniors Jack Romfo, Carter Tetrault, Markus Kingzett, Brady Regner and Gage Goodman played their last high school baseball game and high school sport. A big thanks goes out to all five of them, and congrats to them on fantastic athletic careers. About this group, L-E-M head coach Josh Krivarchka said, "Great athletes. You don't get to state football and baseball tournaments year after year if you're not great athletes, so it's a credit to them. They are even better people. Our youngers kids see what they have to live up to for the future, and hopefully we can have some successful Babe Ruth and American Legion teams this summer." Here is a recap of the Cards third straight trip to the State B Tournament: Langdon-Edmore-Munich 6, Des Lacs-Burlington 0 In their first game of the tourney, the Cardinals met Lakers 6-foot-9 inch pitcher Carson Yale, who had an ERA below one on the season. The Cards got right on his fastball, hitting three doubles in the first inning from Mason Romfo, Jack Romfo, and a huge tworun, two-bagger from Gage Goodman to help the team to a 4-0 lead. They then took advantage of two DL-B errors in the second to grab a 6-0 lead. That was more than enough for Jack Romfo, who was on the mound for the game. While struggling to find the plate at times, Romfo had two huge strikeouts to end a Lakers threat in the second inning and allowed just two hits in four innings of work, throwing 69 pitches. Theo Romfo then came on to throw the fifth and sixth while allowing just one base running, and Carter Tetrault pitched the seventh for the win.
own. They had four hits in the rally, led by a two-run double smashed by Jack Romfo, while Gage Goodman added a sacrifice fly. After leading
LAMOURE-L-M 12, LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 8 LLM -- 203 203 2 -- 12 11 1 LEM -- 105 002 0 -- 8 8 1 WP -- Anthony Hanson; LP -- Markus Kingzett Highlights -- LEM: Nick Kingzett 2x4, Jack Romfo 1x3 2B 2 RBIs, Theo Romfo 1x2 2 RBIs; LLM: Tate Mart 4x5 3 3Bs, Blase Isaacson 1x2 2 RBIs Langdon-Edmore-Munich 9, Central Cass 4 Not knowing what to expect after such a tough loss the night before, Langdon-Edmore-Munich shook it off and raked 11 hits in the win over the Squirrels for third place. They led 5-2 after two innings and did not look back. Mason and Theo Romfo led the hit parade with three knocks each, while Nick Kingzett again had two. Every hitter in the Cards lineup reached base at least once. One of Kingzett's hits was an RBI triple in the fifth, and Brady Regner had a double in the sixth and two runs batted in overall.
LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 6, DES LACS-BURLINGTON 0 DLB -- 000 000 0 -- 0 2 2 LEM -- 420 000 0 -- 6 6 2 WP -- Jack Romfo; LP -- Carson Yale Highlights -- LEM: Gage Goodman 1x3 2B 2 RBIs, Jack Romfo, 1x3 2B RBI, Mason Romfo 1x3 2B; DLB: Yale 8 Ks LaMoure-Litchville-Marion
zett scoring on a wild pitch and Theo Romfo hitting a sacrifice fly. Markus Kingzett battled through five innings on the mound but walked six batters while throwing 97 pitches and took the loss. Tate Mart hit one of his two triples for the Loboes and had a total of four hits in the win. Nick Kingzett had two hits and scored two runs for the Cardinals, while Theo Romfo had a double and two RBIs. The L-E-M defense also turned a 4-6-3 double play in the first inning.
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Langdon-Edmore-Munich 8 The game with the Loboes was a wild ride from start to finish. A 35-minute rain delay made the game last just over three hours. LaMoure came out of the delay scoring three runs in the top of third before the Cards answered back with five runs of their
briefly at 6-5, the Cards had two uncharacteristic throwing errors on the base paths - one in the fourth and another in the sixth - which led to three unearned LLM runs. Langdon-Edmore-Munich would score twice more in the sixth with Nick King-
Theo Romfo, who pitched some in every game of the tourney, started in his third appearance, allowing one earned run over four innings on 58 pitches. His older brother, Jack, came on in the fifth to take the game to its finish, allowing one unearned run in three innings of work. Eli Buhr had a double and three hits to lead CC. LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 9, CENTRAL CASS 4 CC -- 020 100 1 -- 4 10 2 LEM -- 230 121 x -- 9 11 3 WP -- Theo Romfo; LP -- Owen Koetz Highliights -- LEM: Mason Romfo 3x4 RBI, Theo Romfo 3x4 2 RBIs, Nick Kingzett 2x3 3B RBI, Brady Regner 1x2 2B 2 RBIs; Eli Buhr 3x4 2B RBI
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2023 Class B Baseball All-State Team First Team Keegan Neva, grade 12 - Northern Cass Masen Allmaras, grade 12 - Kindred Cole Hebl, grade 12 - Hillsboro/Central Valley Brayden Wolfgram, grade 11 - Thompson Tate Mart, grade 12 - LaMoure/Litchville-Marion Grady Shipman, grade 11 - Carrington Connor Johnson, grade 12 - LaMoure/Litchville-Marion Jack Romfo, grade 12 - Langdon Area/Edmore/Munich Tony Villarreal, grade 11 - Grafton Dane Hagler, grade 11 - North Star Brody Schneibel, grade 12 - Rugby Coltan Francis, grade 12 - Surrey/Our Redeemer’s Carson Merck, grade 12 - Bishop Ryan Noah Erickson, grade 12 - Surrey/Our Redeemer’s Carson Yale, grade 12 - Des Lacs-Burlington Paxton Ystaas, grade 11 - Des Lacs-Burlington Michael Fagerland, grade 11 - Shiloh Christian Trace King, grade 12 - Shiloh Christian Second Team Marshall Judisch, grade 11 - Mayville-Portland-Clifford-Galesburg Derek Carpenter, grade 11 - Hatton/Northwood Landon Koenig, grade 12 - Mayville-Portland-Clifford-Galesburg Reece Berberich, grade 12 - Thompson Anthony Hanson, grade 12 - LaMoure/Litchville-Marion Carter Tetrault, grade 12 - Langdon Area/Edmore/Munich Mason Romfo, grade 11 - Langdon Area/Edmore/Munich Carson Haerer, grade 11 - Bottineau Drew Zwak, grade 10 - Bishop Ryan Hank Bodine, grade 10 - Velva/Drake-Anamoose Kellan Henry, grade 11 - Renville County Rylan Olson, grade 12 - Des Lacs-Burlington Tyson Wick, grade 11 - Hazen Eli Thompson, grade 11 - Shiloh Christian NDHSCA POWERade Outstanding Senior Athlete - Jack Romfo, Langdon Area/Edmore/Munich NDHSCA SUBWAY Coach of the Year - Nathan Soulis, Thompson
Jake’s Take on Sports
By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor Setting an auction date for Williston, not easy We come to you this week from the Williston Ponderosa. For those that
have no idea what I’m talking about (which happens in this column a lot), it’s my Dad’s ranch a little northwest of town. I have spent a good share of the spring and will also do so a lot of the summer, cleaning this place up and getting ready for an auction sale. Not selling the whole place - just nearly everything on it. As I’ve said in this space in the past, we have everything out here - Army Jeeps, a Howitzer Cannon, construction and excavating equipment, and a fleet of cars and pickups. Finding a date for the auction has been tons of fun, trying to fit it in through baseball tournaments and the start of fall sports. As soon as we get a date locked in, you are all invited. We are planning on making it an auction and also a celebration of my Dad’s legacy. It should be quite the get-together.
Cardinals take third at State B Tourney; Lots of postseason accolades It’s not what they went there for, but the Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals high school baseball team came away with third place at the State B Tourney in Minot, held June 1-3. The boys represented the area very well, and outside of a couple of moments in the semifinals, they played very well, too. Third place is nothing to be ashamed of at all, and the state recognized just how good this team was when postseason awards were announced. Jack Romfo won North Dakota Class B Senior Athlete of the Year, and he also made first team All-State. Carter Tetrault and Mason Romfo were named second team All-Staters. Hats off to seniors Jack Romfo, Carter Tetrault, Markus Kingzett, Gage Good-
man and Brady Regner on fantastic spring baseball careers. They should also shine for summer hardball which we’ll talk about below. Langdon Red Sox to have home opener June 12 As quick as the high school baseball season ends, the American Legion baseball season is underway. The Langdon Red Sox have already begun their season - June 7 at Minto. They also have a road game at Park River on June 9 before their home opener at American Legion Field and Eagles Park on June 12 versus May-Port-C-G. The Sox will play in District 5 this season, which has just four teams: Langdon, Grafton, Park River and Midway-Minto. I guess we discussed this last week, but Langdon will host the District 5 Tournament on July 17-20.
Come on out, and see the team play in person on June 12. North Border at State B Boys Golf Tournament in Wahpeton The North Border Eagles qualified for the State B Golf Tournament in Wahpeton. As of this writing, they are doing fairly well. Carson Brown of the Eagles was in the top five on the individual leaderboard, and the Eagles were in 11th place as a team with the final round to be played on June 7. We will have more coverage of how North Border did in The Borderland Press next week. “See ya!” next week!
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First Baptist Church held a chili feed fundraiser on Sunday, June 4. The event kicked off at 5:30 p.m. with a Views from the Borderland-Langdon Langdon free will donation to raise money for the fire department and first responders.
Summer Fun 2023
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Northern Lights Arts Council Summer Concert Series wraps up next weekend
The Northern Lights Arts Council has been holding its free Summer Concert Series at Boyd Block in downtown Langdon this month. It will round out the series with a concert at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 15 presented by the Langdon Community Band. Bourbon Barrel food truck will be serving food starting at 5 p.m. and the Roxy Theater will be open for concessions.
message the NLAC Facebook page. Along with performing for the Summer Concert Series, the band will also be at Boyd Block during Langdon’s Music Fest Weekend, performing at 1:30pm. We don’t have anything set in stone after our summer performances, but I have a feeling we’ll be ‘getting the band back together’.
Photos by Peyton Cole and Halle Sanders.
July 22
23rd Annual Nepomuk Narly Gravel Grinder, Pisek
Other concerts held at Boyd Block this month include the Langdon Area Jazz Band & Pop Choir on Thursday, June 1 and The Holy Rocka Rollaz on Thursday, June 8.
Family fun: Beginning at 10 a.m. on July 22, spend the day jumping in the inflatables, getting your face painting, or riding the train. Test your arm strength at the dunk tank. Stroll down memory lane at the classic car show located downtown. Take a break in the shade at the park, and visit the animals in the petting zoo while there or hop in the carriage for a horse ride. Live music begins at 4 p.m. with the street dance to follow 9-12 p.m. with music by STELLA! Craft and vendor show runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food vendors will also be set up downtown.
Follow the Northern Lights Arts Council on Facebook for upcoming events.
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“Band rehearsals have been going great. Lane Lindseth has been an enthusiastic director and a great teacher to the group, and the band members are having fun! There were 18 members last fall/winter, and we’ve since grown to over 25!,” said Amber Benoit, executive director of Northern Lights Arts Council. “We have people not only from Langdon but surrounding towns, and a variety of ages and instruments. If anyone wants to get involved, they can contact me at 701-305-0089 or
The Langdon Community Band held its debut performance at the Roxy Theater in Langdon in mid-December.
August
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August 11-13
Welcome to the Winkler Harvest Festival By Halle Sanders
With the Canadian border officially open after a previous summer of COVID regulations, people are now able to take the trip to the Winkler Harvest Festival. The fairgrounds will be a frenzy from August 11-13. What’s better than a festival of fun? A festival that’s free! Admissions into the event are completely free of charge.
for over fifty years. As the ferris wheel lights up the sky, it offers the perfect seat for a fireworks show. The nights are full of music with the Crash Test Dummies performing Friday night, the Hunter Brothers on Saturday, and We are Messengers closing out the event on Sunday.
The Winkler Harvest Festival hosts food vendors throughout the weekend with applications available on their website. Carnival midway rides are provided by Wonder Shows - manufacturers of family fun
Other events include a beer garden, parade, petting zoo, and Fawn & Cub Markets - a face to face shopping experience for small local business-
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es. The festival includes entertainment for everyone. Nicole Enns, Winkler Harvest Festival coordinator, described her affection for the occasion, “I have many positive memories from attending the Harvest Fest and am thankful the city and other community members see the value in continuing to provide a
free festival. People love the buzz of the festival- being able to experience new things and connect with friends. These types of events bring communities together, and we are overwhelmed by the support of sponsors to ensure everyone who visits the festival can make memories that will last a lifetime!” To experience the atmosphere for yourself, take the trip up north for the thrills. More information can be found on www.visitwinkler.ca/harvest-festival or their similarly named Facebook page.
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A Summer as Halle Sanders By Halle Sanders, Summer Fun Guide editor
The phrase summer fun can be associated with many memories in my 19 years of life. Summer signified the end of a school year for not only my brother and I but my mom as well. My mom, Angie, is a teacher at Langdon Area High School, meaning she also gets to experience the joys of summer vacation - something she rightfully earns. Not having a job to worry about missing allowed us to take our fair share of trips, whether it was ten minutes to my grandma’s house or to the lake. One day, when staying hip with Halle inevitably makes me filthy rich, I won’t spend my money on some ridiculous car or mansion; it’s all going towards a lake house. When I was really little, as well as in more recent years, my moms’ side of the family rented out a lake cabin for one whole week. My definition of happiness is sitting lakeside all day surrounded by my hoard
of Drevecky cousins, gorging myself on food, and kayaking my cares away. From the moment I was born, I’ve had two soulmates - my cousins Rylie Webb and Gracyn Cole. Every memory with them in it is a good one, except for when they had to leave, and I bawled my eyes out. I was, and still am, a very emotionally attached person. When I think of summer, I think of them and sleeping on my grandma’s futon couch, a couch all three of us are now too big to sleep in without staggering our bodies or else the bed springs lift off the ground. Inside three kayaks, or the occasional canoe, we’d paddle out to the middle of a lake and share every detail of our lives. We’ve spilled enough secrets to fill Bylin Dam.
Children’s Theater. Each summer I’d spend a week inside Milton’s Little Star Theatre practicing lines and acting my heart out. I think dramatics was instilled in my DNA somewhere. I was a very dramatic child, so naturally I was great on the stage. In my first-ever play at the age of 7, I strutted my stuff as a dusty bunny, stealing the show. In fact, if you really look hard enough, you can find a video on youtube somewhere. The two boys, who were also dust bunnies, were less enthused than I was, so I’m very identifiable. My years as a Little Star Theatre actor lasted until my freshman year of high school. For any of my readers that still have young kids, check out the June calendar, and sign your kids up for this summer’s performance.
Any parent knows that summer is also filled with all sorts of camps: sports, art, bible. My favorite activity was always participating in Missoula
Currently, at the age of 19, I have more summer memories to add to the list, and that’s thanks to my work at The Borderland Press. One year ago
on my very first day of work, I wrote my first article. That article was featured on the front page of the summer fun guide. Now, I’ve been named editor of this year’s Summer Fun Guide. I’m looking forward to another summer full of lake days, family, and writing. To experience and create your own summer fun, check out the list of events we’ve collected for you in this year’s Summer Fun Guide!
Photo by Hilary Nowatzki.
Northern Lights Arts Council plans summer fun By Amber Benoit, executive director
Greetings from the Northern Lights Arts Council! There’s something for everyone this summer! Join us for our final date of the Summer Concert Series, June 15, where you will hear the music of our very own Community Band happening at Boyd Block at 7:00 p.m. Come early! Bourbon Barrel BBQ will be set up with serving starting at 5:00 p.m. Save room for some Roxy Theater concessions, too! You’ll be able to catch the Langdon Community Band again at Boyd Block on July 15 at 1:30 p.m. as part of Langdon’s Music Fest. The band is
thrilled to be a part of this event this year, which is put on by the Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce.
There’s still plenty of time to register for Art Day Camp, which is happening July 12 and July 13. Registration is due by July 1. Students in grades 2-3
will have the option of 9-10 a.m. or 10:30-11:30 a.m. and will be learning basic printmaking, creating artwork by monoprinting with everyday objects. Students grades 4-6 will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. and learn how to create a radial print overlaid on a bright handmade background. Students grades 7-12 will meet at 6-8 p.m. and will be designing their own print by carving linoleum and learning how to print multiple colors at a time. Camp will be instructed by Mindi Lill at the Langdon Area Elementary School art room. Cost is $20; registration forms and online registration link can be found on our website, nlac.us.
Last, but not least, save the date for the free movie in the plaza. Join us at Boyd Block August 3 at dusk (around 9:00 p.m.). We’ll be showing Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile. Bring your own chairs and blankets to get comfy, and be sure to grab concessions at the Roxy Theater to enjoy during the movie. Can’t wait to see you around! Let’s enjoy this beautiful summer!
Amber Benoit
Executive Director of Marketing/Programming
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Owen Plummer enjoys a summer swim at the pool in Sarles, N.D. Photo by Sarah Hinnenkamp.
Photo by Peyton Cole.
Mural in downtown Rolla. Photo by Sarah Hinnenkamp.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS All Summer - Cavalier County Museum at Dresden - open for the season. Hours 1-5 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. June 10, Saturday - Lake Region Arts Festival - Lake Region Heritage Center presents the Lake Region Arts Festival (LRArtsFest). LRArtsFest takes place in downtown Devils Lake, ND in and around the Lake Region Heritage Center/Museum. The festival includes an art show inside the Heritage/Museum, an outdoor activities area with artist's booths and art demonstrations, wood carving and metal works, and live fine art performances etc. There will be food trucks along with many great places to eat downtown. Some festivities include dance, symphony, and theater performances from local fine arts at Bridgestone park. You're encouraged to explore your creative side, maybe even have fun with your attire, you decide. If you're an artist (no matter your form), art lover, or just like entertainment, this place is definitely for you! Jennifer Parker (Festival Coordinating Assistant) for the art show: LRArtsFest@gmail.com Lisa Crosby (LR Heritage Center/Museum Director) for further information at LRHC@gondtc.com
The 2022 Father’s Day breakfast at the Cavalier County Museum in Dresden, N.D. Photos by Sarah Hinnenkamp.
June 10, Saturday - Svold’s Annual ATV Ride. Come ride the scenic sandhills in Svold! The route will take you through some private trails with breathtaking unique sites. Proceeds will be used to pay back our loan for the addition for our INDOOR bathrooms.Registration starts at 9:00 am. Ride at 10:00 am (or later if you wish). Includes snacks for the trails, lunch and all you can drink soda or water. Lunch will be served at the Hall after. Meat Raffle and 50/50. June 12 - 16, Monday - Friday - Missoula Children’s Theater at the Little Star Theater, Milton ND. This year's play will be Blackbeard the Pirate. Auditions take place Monday June 12th with performances on Friday the 16th at 7 p.m. and Saturday the 18th at 2 p.m. More information can be found on Little Star Theater board member, Carla Gemmill’s, facebook page. June 15, Thursday - Summer Concert Series, at 7 p.m. at Boyd Block in Langdon the Langdon Community Band will present a free concert as part of this event that is sponsored by the Northern Lights Arts Council. Bourbon Barrel food truck will be serving food starting at 5 p.m. and the Roxy Theater will be open for concessions. June 16 and 17, Friday and Saturday - Cavalier Motorcycle Ride In - 701-265-8188 cavmri@gmail.com www.cavaliermotorcycleridein.com June 18, Sunday - Annual Father’s Day Breakfast at the Cavalier County Museum at Dresden, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 16 - 18, Saturday and Sunday - St. Thomas Daze, St Thomas, N.D. Come for games, food, and dancing. A full list of events can be found on the facebook group “What’s Happening”, St.Thomas, nd June 22, Thursday - Growing Hope in Pembina County Golf Tournament and Dinner (Mexican Fiesta). 9:30 a.m., Cavalier Country Club. To register a team or sponsor the event, mail a registration form to the Growing Hope in Pembina County, P.O. Box 170, Cavalier, ND 58220. If you have any questions regarding the event, call Brenda at 701-265-2721. You can also visit the Growing Hope in Pembina County facebook page for more details about the foundation as well as the tournament. June 21 - 25, Wednesday - Sunday - Lancaster Heritage Days, Lancaster, Minn. - Ethnic Foods, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lancaster Community Center. Full list of events on the Facebook event “2023 Lancaster Heritage Days” June 22 - 26, Wednesday - Sunday - 2022 SummerFest, Grafton - Full schedule at Facebook page “Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce/DMV” and watch www.graftonevents.com. June 24, Saturday - Walhalla Demolition Derby, 128 Dr NE, Walhalla, N.D. General Admissions open to the public at 11:30 a.m. The derby will start at 1 p.m. 5 and under are free of admission, 6 to 11 is $7, and 12 and up are $12. Car inspections start at 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information on car entry fees, prizes, and more; information can be found on the Walhalla Demolition Derby Association’s (WDDA) facebook page. June 29, Thursday - Alumni Softball tournament in Munich. This year’s tournament will include alumni teams from Langdon, Munich, and Edmore. June 29 - July 1, Thursday - Saturday - Rolla Ragtop celebrates Rolla’s 135th birthday June 30 - July 4, Thursday - Tuesday - The Mighty Thomas Carnival at City Plaza in Devils Lake. Enjoy rides, games, food, and good old-fashioned fun. Contact Amanda with questions at 701-840-1597. June 29 - July 1, Thursday - Saturday - Rolla Ragtop, More information can be found on the Rolla Chamber of Commerce facebook page.
Lancaster Heritage Days, 2022. BP/VNV photos.
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June 16-17 Cavalier Motorcycle Ride-In
By Halle Sanders
This summer, North Dakota’s one of a kind motorcycle event will once again be taking place in Cavalier over fathers day weekend. The Cavalier Motorcycle Ride In has taken place since its creation in 1997. The beloved two-day event brings people together from all over. The numbers don’t lie, as the event has anywhere from 2,000 to 4,000 estimated participants each year, with numbers expected to grow. Labeled the ‘marketing guru’ by coworkers and Birchwood Chevrolet employee, Chris Berry, stated, “Our Saturday Fun Run, which is our big group ride, has had as many as 350 people register and we usually pick up a few more stragglers along the route. It is
really quite the spectacle seeing that many rumbling bikes riding together. 2023 will be our first year since 2019 that our Canadian friends can come across the border without any restrictions that were in place during the pandemic; based on our social media engagement, they are very excited to be back this year. We expect our crowds to be just as large, if not larger, this year.” Besides the motorcycle loving partakers, the ride-in generates important income to local businesses as well as donation funds to the Veterans Honor Flight on ND/MN. The volunteer organization sends veterans to Washington, D.C., free of charge. Their mission statement is to celebrate America’s veterans by inviting them to share in a day of honor at our nation’s memorials. The Veterans Honor Flight visions
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a nation where all of America’s veterans experience honor, gratitude, and community support they deserve. The donations will be made through sold raffle tickets. The third and second place draws will win a cash prize while the grand prize winner takes home a 2023 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic.
are available at participating businesses prior to the Ride-In and will be at the registration table during the event. The motorcycle we are raffling is currently on display at Birchwood Chevrolet in Cavalier,” Berry stated.
“A number of area Veterans have had the opportunity to go on the trips to Washington DC and said it was the experience of a lifetime. It is our wish that more of our Veterans get that same opportunity to see the monuments dedicated to their service at no cost to them. Over the last two years we were able to donate $20,000 and hope to make a $10,000 donation again this year. Raffle tickets are $20 each and only 2,000 are printed. They
To experience the music, motorcycles and more, come on down to Cavalier on June 16th and 17th. For more information, a full list of events can be found at www.cavaliermotorcyleridein.com as well as on Facebook.
For participants, pit gates open at 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. General admission opens at 11:30 a.m. for the rest of the public. Ticket prices start at $7 for ages 6-7, $12 for 12 and up, while kids 5 and under are free.
most and how they can’t wait for the next one,” Dearinger stated.
few states and a few provinces away,” said Dearinger.
With the community continuing to rally behind the fun, Dearinger and the other organizers of the Walhalla Demolition Derby plan for the future.
Starting at 1 p.m. on June 24, visit Walhalla and dedicate your day to demolition. If you are interested in participating in the event, call Nathan at 218-779-3153 or Austin at 701305-0077. More information about the derby can be found on the Walhalla Demolition Derby Association (WDDA) Facebook page.
The Cavalier Motorcycle Ride-In scheduled a ride around the Rendezvous Region and made a stop on Langdon’s Main Street in 2022. Photo by Terry Hinnenkamp.
Walhalla Demolition Derby By Halle Sanders
This year marks the fourth annual summer of the Walhalla Demolition Derby. Despite the derby’s relative newness, it has already amassed a fan base. Justin Dearinger, one of the founders, described how the derby was designed, “There were 6 of us guys, that all enjoy driving derby cars, sitting at the bar one night, and we all got to talking about how we wished there was a derby local to us like there were
years ago. Then we continued to talk and ended up asking the city of Walhalla if we could use some land in the industrial park. We were granted permission. Since then, we’ve all agreed that our goal is to grow every year, bigger and better, which means higher pay outs and more car classes.” The derby holds four classes on June 24: the full size, herbie/compact, kids power wheels, and the brand new MWFA class. The prize money ranges from $850 to $2000 with 15 cars per class for a full payout.
“I think most people enjoy the carnage, watching cars crunch and how the drivers prevail with cars that are smoking and barely running but still making hits. It is a family event where parents can watch the excitement in their kids’ eyes and listen on the way home to what parts they enjoyed the
JUNE 29 - JULY 1 Rolla Ragtop
Come celebrate Rolla’s 135th birthday! The Rolla Ragtop festival kicks off Thursday, June 29 with a 2 p.m. youth baseball game vs. Cando. Friday and Saturday there will be many events throughout town, including an art show at City Hall, a three-person
mixed scramble golf tournament at the Rolla Country Club, face painting, tattoos, food trucks, live music and much more.
Follow the fun on Facebook at “Rolla Chamber of Commerce.”
“We truly are working to be a yearly event that will continue to grow with more classes, higher payouts, and more action. My personal goal for the future of our derby here in Walhalla is to become a 2 or 3-day event that will bring drivers and spectators from a
SUMMER SAFET Y TIPS Summer is synonymous with relaxation and fun in the sun. The easygoing nature of summer can make it easy to overlook safety concerns that run the gamut from heat-related illnesses to bug bites to water play injuries. Though no one wants to rain on their own summer parade, keeping these safety tips in mind can ensure the coming months are as safe as they are fun. • Safeguard against the threat of heat-related illnesses. Sizzling summer days pose a significant threat if the proper measures aren’t take to avoid heat-related illnesses. According to the National Safety Council, heat exhaustion, which occurs when the body loses excessive water and salt, and heat stroke, which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes is marked by the body’s inability to control its temperature, can escalate rapidly. The NSC identifies individuals who work outdoors, infants and young children, people who are
65 and older, people who are ill, and people who are overweight as those most at risk of heat-related illnesses. Such illnesses are entirely preventable, and the CDC recommends remaining indoors in air conditioned
rooms, drinking plenty of fluids but avoiding alcohol, wearing loose and lightweight clothing as well as a hat, and replacing salt lost from sweating by drinking fruit juice or sports drinks. • Apply sunscreen. Long days in the summer sun may be a great way to relax, but it’s imperative that individuals apply sunscreen before going outside and then reapply it throughout the day as necessary. Sunburn is not only unpleasant, it also increases a person’s risk for skin cancer and affects the body’s ability to cool itself, which can increase the risk for heat stroke. • Protect against mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are more than a mere nuisance. Mosquitoes can carry an assortment of viruses, including Zika virus and West Nile virus. And though such viruses are often thought of as a problem for people in faraway lands, the NSC notes that the Aedes mosquito, which is a known transmitter of the Zika virus, has appeared in various regions of the globe, including the continental United States and popular vacation destinations like Mexico and Central and South America. The NSC recommends that everyone, and especially individuals who work outdoors, apply mosquito repellant before going outside and to continue to do so as necessary throughout the day. In addition, clothing treated with the insecticide permethrin may help to repel mosquitoes. • Exercise caution around water. The CDC reports that drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death for children between the ages of one and four. Though children might be most vulnerable to water-related accidents and death, adults also must exercise caution when around the water. The NSC recommends individuals avoid the water, be it in a lake, river,
Photo credit to Peyton Cole.
ocean, or pool, unless they know how to swim. Individuals also should never swim alone and only swim in areas supervised by a lifeguard. When swimming at a private residence, children should never be allowed to swim unless an adult is supervising. Adults also should avoid alcohol when swimming. Summer is a season to relax, but it’s also a season when safety should be a top priority for people of all ages.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 1, Saturday - Pembina Hills Show and Shine July 1 - 4, Saturday - Tuesday - Walhalla’s 175th Celebration, 1105 Central Ave, Walhalla. The town’s 175th celebration will start Saturday, July 1 and last until Tuesday, July 4. All events, dates, and times can be found on ndtourism.com or on the event’s Facebook page at “Walhalla’s 175th Celebration”. July 4, Tuesday - Pembina 4th of July celebration, full list of events is available on the Pembina 4th of July Celebration Facebook page. July 6 - 8, Thursday - Saturday - The 130th Pembina County Fair will be held in Hamilton. More information is available at the “Pembina County Fair” Facebook page. July 6 - 9, Thursday - Sunday - Winnipeg Folk Festival, 202-211 Bannatyne Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3B 3P2 Canada. More information at https://www.winnipegfolkfestival.ca/ and the Winnipeg Folk Festival Facebook page. July 12 and 13, Wednesday and Thursday - Langdon Art Day Camp, Langdon elementary art room. Grades 2-3 from 9-10 am or second session at 10:30-11:30. 4-6 grades from 1-3 pm. 7-12 grade from 6-8. Registration and $20 fee due by July 1. Register on paper or online. Found on the Northern Lights Arts Council Facebook page as well as the Langdon area chamber of commerce facebook page.
Rendezvous Region Music Fest fun in Langdon in 2022. BP/VNV photos.
July 13 - 16, Thursday - Sunday - Drayton Riverfest, Drayton, ND. More information for the city-wide event can be found on the Drayton Riverfest Facebook Page. Drayton's annual summer festival will be back for the 2023 season. The festival will include a car show, burger feed, alumni banquet, designer purse bingo, parade, kids' games, rib cook-off, food trucks, and much more. Find ‘Drayton Riverfest’ or ‘City of Drayton’ on Facebook for the latest updates. July 14 and 15, Friday and Saturday - Rendezvous Region Music Fest, Main Street, Langdon, ND. Full list of events for the music fest and rod run are available on the Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. July 14 and 15, Friday and Saturday - Rendezvous at the Rendezvous Region Music Fest and Rod Run. This will be two days full of tires and tunes as Langdon hosts the 28th annual Rendezvous Region Music Fest and Rod Run. With a jammed back schedule of activities, this affair is guaranteed to be fun for all ages. www.rendezvousregionrodrun.webs.com
Fourth of July fireworks in Langdon, 2022. BP/VNV photos.
July 20, Thursday - Munich Ribfest July 20, Thursday - Music and Art in the Park on Thursday, July 20th. More information on the list of events can be found on the Cavalier Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. If you are interested in being a vendor, email the chamber at chamber@cavaliernd.com July 20 - 23, Thursday - Sunday - Catfish Capital Open Bonspiel Join in for a jam-packed weekend of fun on the ice. There will be great curling on the newly-upgraded ice with a draw-shot challenge. A huge tent out front will host music, a fire pit, games, and the delicious Bourbon Barrel BBQ food truck will be present all weekend. Attendees are encouraged to wear their best Canadian or American patriotic outfit to win prizes. For more information, contact TomGrzadzieleski at 701-360-1693 or look up ‘Drayton Curling Club’ on Facebook. July 22, Saturday - Nepomuk Narly Gravel Grinder, Pisek. Events begin at 10 a.m. For more information visit www.bikereg.com/nepomuk-narly or call 701-520-0369 July 28 - 30, Friday - Sunday - Manitoba Sunflower Festival; Altona Centennial Park, 227 10th Ave. NW Altona, MB R0G0B0 More information at https://manitobasunflowerfestival.ca/ or the Manitoba Sunflower Festival Facebook page.
Munich Ribfest 2022 included a car show. Photos by Sarah Hinnenkamp.
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Pembina Hills Show and Shine In a small town nestled in the heart of North Dakota, a remarkable event has been captivating car enthusiasts and community members alike. The Pembina Hills Show & Shine, founded in 2014 by Aaron, Joy and Kassidy Zaharia, is gearing up for its highly anticipated 7th year, promising an unforgettable celebration of classic vehicles, family fun, and a spirit of giving back. What began as a modest community gathering has blossomed into a regional phenomenon, attracting participants from across North Dakota, Minnesota, South Dakota, Montana, and even neighboring Canadian provinces. The show’s success lies in its commitment to showcasing a diverse range of vehicles with six distinct classes that pay homage to automotive history: Car 1975 & Older, Car 1976 & Newer, Truck 1975 & Older, Truck 1976 & Newer, Rat Rod, and Motorcycle.
sorship of Langdon Prairie Health, $1,000 in cash prizes will also be presented with $500 going to the Best In Show, and $250 each to the People’s Choice and Kid’s Choice winners. The Pembina Hills Show & Shine is more than just a car show; it’s a celebration of family, camaraderie, and community spirit. The event offers an array of activities and attractions that appeal to visitors of all ages. From the thrilling Kids Pedal Pull and the exhilarating Old Fashioned Soap Box Derby, where young racers vie for $600 in cash prizes, to the mesmerizing Ste-
This year holds an extra special significance as the Pembina Hills Show & Shine aligns with Walhalla’s 175th Celebration, infusing the event with even more excitement and nostalgia. Attendees can also partake in a 5k Run/Walk, immerse themselves in the Gingras Trading Post activities, explore a variety of street vendors, and dance the night away at the lively street dance. The weekend promises
non-stop entertainment, cherished memories, and a true sense of community. To stay informed about the latest updates, announcements, and behindthe-scenes glimpses, make sure to follow the Pembina Hills Show & Shine on Facebook. Join us as we unite our passion for vehicles, the joy of family, and the power of giving back all in one extraordinary event.
In recognition of outstanding automotive excellence, trophies are awarded for Judges Choice in each class, while the coveted People’s Choice and Kid’s Choice awards add an exciting element of community participation. This year, thanks to the generous spon-
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reo Competition and the heartwarming Shine and Drive to the Pembilier Nursing Center, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Don’t miss the Pembina Hills Show & Shine, where classic cars, community pride, and unforgettable experiences converge. See you there! Contact: Email: phshowandshine@gmail.com Website: phshowandshine.my.canva. site Facebook: www.facebook.com/ phshowandshine
Walhalla celebrates 175th anniversary Walhalla will celebrate its 175th anniversary with events July 1-4 and September 30. As the second oldest community in both North and South Dakota, the 4-day celebration will pay recognition to the culture and history of the fur trade and settlement era that developed the area. First known as St. Joseph, as named by Father George Belcourt, the name was changed to Walhalla, the Valley of the Gods, in 1871. The celebration’s festivities kick off Saturday, July 1 with a 5k run followed by a traditional parade beginning at 10 a.m. Following the parade, hundreds of the most beautiful cars, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors from around the region will be on display in
downtown Walhalla for the Pembina Hills Show and Shine. In addition to the car show, there will be a soap box derby and kids pedal pull with prizes for all. For further information, check out the Pembina Hills Show and Shine Facebook page. The Brick Mine Moto Climb takes place west of Walhalla at the Brick Mine beginning at 9 a.m. The historic Gingras Trading Post, dating back to the 1840s, will host Gingras Days July 1 and 2. In addition to tours and activities for all ages, Saturday afternoon features fiddle player Ryan Keplin. A distinctive left-handed fiddle player and entertainer, Keplin astonishes crowds as he tours the U.S. and Canada.
Cherie Johnson of Hatton shares her love of clothing, including hats, as she presents ‘A Royal Affair’ style show at the Walhalla Lutheran Church on Saturday afternoon at 2:00. Johnson shares her love for fashion, fabrics, and clothing through style shows now featuring fashion of the British royal family and the Kentucky Derby. An exhibit of vintage clothing by Kathy Kram will add to the event. Food trucks, a vendor fair, and merchant open houses round out the day, while the evening includes a street dance at Jackson’s Bar and fireworks at the Walhalla airport. Sunday, July 2, activities continue with a community worship service followed by family fun at Party in the Park where Jordan Thornberg and Anthony Chaput, plus other local musicians, will be featured in the amphitheater with bouncy houses and pick-up games available. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy all that the historic Riverside Park has to offer. Monday’s activities include a scavenger hunt, a self-guided driving tour of historic and scenic sites with greeters at several locations, and cemetery walks of both Hillside and St. Boniface cemeteries. A time capsule will be buried, and a grave marker will be placed in memory of an unusual cemetery occupant. Tuesday, July 4, is reserved as a day for family activities and for enjoying all that the area has to offer such as hiking, biking, birding, and kayaking. The big weekend concludes with a final fireworks show at the Forestwood Inn and C-store. “Our community is celebrating 175
Pat Chaput drives a tractor in the annual Fourth of July parade in Walhalla, 2022. BP/ VNV photo.
years,” said Mayor John Rock McDonald, “And we are excited about creating a true community approach to bring people of the region together to celebrate this significant milestone in our history. Please join us in this celebration.” Events paying tribute to the Walhalla 175th Celebration will continue at the 19th Annual Pumpkin Fest on Saturday, September 30. In addition to the usual activities, such as the giant pumpkin contest, new events include contests and an emphasis on the area’s agriculture past and present. The Walhalla 175th Celebration is sponsored by the Walhalla Area Chamber of Commerce. For further updates, contact the Chamber at 701-549-3939, search the Chamber website at walhalland.biz, and like Walhalla’s 175th Celebration on Facebook.
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Pembina County Fair
The longest running fair in the state of North Dakota is back for its 130th year in Hamilton, N.D. The Pembina County Fair has a full schedule of events for the whole family and does not charge a gate fee. The Mighty Thomas Carnival returns for rides on the midway and each day at the fair has a theme, including Ag Day, Military and Law Enforcement Day, and Kids Day.
Wednesday, July 5
10:00 a.m. 4-H Horse Show 3:00 p.m. 4-H Static Judging 5:00 p.m. 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Show 6:00 p.m. Open Rabbit and Poultry Show (to follow 4-H show) 6:00 p.m. Church Service (Grandstand) 7:00 p.m. Little Miss Pembina Co. (free stage)
Thursday, July 6, Ag Day
Gardens) 9:30 p.m. Royal Legacy Circus (free stage) **Tractor Pull & Bush Race special for both events Ages 4 & under FREE, Ages 5-11 $10, Ages 12 & over $25** Northern Pullers Tractor Pull Tractor Pulling is known as “the world's heaviest motorsport.” Different to every other motorsport in the world, it might not be the fastest event to hit the Pembina County Fair track but it will leave fans in awe of the machine and man who drives them. Northern Pullers is a group of tractor-pulling enthusiasts who enjoy spending a few weekends each summer letting their tractors do what they were made for and will be at the Fair on July 8th. If you have a tractor of your own they invite you to register for the pull. There are a variety of weight classes starting in farm stock 3000 and go all the way to Hot Stock 9500. For questions, please refer to the rules page at www.northernpullers.com.
8:00 a.m. Grounds Open 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 4-H Livestock Show 11:00 a.m. Farmers Share Meal (Sponsored by Farmers Union) 12:00 p.m. 4-H and Commercial Building open to public 2:00 p.m. Open Horse show 2:00 p.m. Barnyard Petting Zoo opens 3:00 p.m. Bingo (Zaggs building sponsored by Faith in Action) 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Entering of exhibits in Fine Arts Building 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. Mighty Carnival Opens - $30.00 wristband 5pm to 10pm 4:00 p.m. Tractor Parade line up for parade (To enter, contact Amber 701-317-3586) 5:00 p.m. Tractor Parade 6:00 p.m. Royal Legacy Circus (Free Stage) 7:00 p.m. WoJo Rodeo (sponsored by Koda Bank & horse racing(sponsored by United Valley Bank) (4 & under Free, 5-11 $10, 12 and over $15) 9:30 p.m. Royal Legacy Circus (Free Stage)
Tractor pulling is the rare motorsport whose competitors needn’t worry about breaking the speed limit, even in a school zone. Horsepower alone won’t necessarily guarantee a victory. Success at tractor pulling is measured by distance and weight. It would be an oversimplification to say the contest is only about raw power. Harnessing that power takes knowledge that’s often passed on from generation to generation, like a family treasure.
Wojo's Rodeo, Chuckwagon and Chariot Racing Wojo’s Rodeo will be back at the Pembina County Fair on Thursday, July 6. Between chariot and chuckwagon racing to wild buckin’ broncs and bulls, the night is guaranteed to produce heart-pounding action for spectators of all ages. The rodeo will include the events of Bull Riding, Junior Bull Riding, Mini Bull Riding, and Mini Bronc Riding. Amongst the rodeo will be a Pembina County Fair tradition of chuckwagon and chariot racing.
Pit gates for the truck and tractor pull open at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 8. The event starts at 2 p.m. Admission is $15 for guests 12 and older, $6 for children ages 5 to 11 and free for those ages four and younger.
Wojo’s Rodeo is a family-oriented rodeo circuit and strives to meet the needs of all contestants and fans. They produce several rodeos throughout Minnesota and North Dakota. Contestants in their rodeos are from Minn, N.D., S.D., Wisc, and Iowa. Contestants must be members of Wojo’s Rodeo to participate in their annual rodeo circuit. A limited number of local rodeo entries will be offered at the Pembina County Fair event in the Mini Bull Riding and Mini Bronc riding events. If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out to Wojo’s Rodeo, by contacting Dana Wojciechowski at 218-689-1799 and get your kids name on the list early! The Chuckwagon and Chariot races begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 6 with the rodeo events to follow. Tickets will be available for purchase at the fair office: Admission is $15 for guests 12 and older, $10 for children ages 6 to 11 and free for ages 4 and younger. Royal Legacy Circus The Royal Legacy Circus will be in town! Get ready for an action-packed show that consists of a wide variety of circus acts from all around the world! They have the motorcycles inside the legendary globe of death, death defying feats on the high wire 30 feet above the ground, as seen on America's Got Talent season 14 the Dominguez Poodles and many more thrilling acts! One of our main attractions is Logan Dominguez! The world’s youngest globe of death rider at only 10 years old. Royal Legacy Circus is a show for audiences of all ages. From children to senior citizens, our show is guaranteed to thrill all audiences! Show times are as follows: Thursday, July 6 at 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., Friday, July 7 at 6 p.m. and 9:30 .m., and Saturday, July 8 at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and 9:30 p.m.
Friday, July 7~ Military & Law Enforcement Day
8:00 a.m. Grounds Open 9:00 a.m. Open Livestock Show 12:00 p.m. Commercial, Fine Arts, & 4-H Building open to public 12:00 p.m. Rootbeer Floats by Masons (Zagg's building) 12:30 p.m. Pet Show (open to the public to exhibit@ Free Stage) 1:00 p.m. Open Horse Show 1:00 p.m. Mighty Thomas Carnival Opens $30.00 wristband 5pm to 10pm 2:00 p.m. Barnyard Petting Zoo Opens 3:00 p.m. 4-H Grill Challenge 6:00 p.m. Royal Legacy Circus (Free Stage) 7:00 p.m. Chariot & Chuckwagon Racing ~ Horse vs Horse Power Barrel Racing (4 & under Free, 5-11 $10, 12 and over $15) Military and Law Enforcement with ID are free 7:45 p.m. Kiss the Animal 4-H Fundraiser 9:30 p.m. Royal Legacy Circus (Free Stage) 9:30 p.m. Kissing Company (Beer Gardens Free admisssion) Saturday, July 8, Kids Day 8:00 a.m. Grounds Open 9:00 a.m. 4-H Showmanship & Round Robin 10:00 a.m. Commercial Building Open 10:00 a.m. Barnyard Petting Zoo Opens 11:00 a.m. 4-H Junior Leaders Bake Sale (4-H Building) 11:00 a.m. Premium Sale Premium Sale meal to follow premium sale around noon (sponsored by Farm Bureau) 11:00 a.m. 4-H Bessie & Bossie Raffle Drawing 11:00 a.m. Royal Legacy Circus (Free Stage) 12:00 p.m. Fine Arts & 4-H Building open to public 12:00 p.m. Kids' Day (Free Stage) 12:00 p.m. Rootbeer Floats by Masons (Zagg's building) 12:00 p.m. Mighty Thomas Carnival Opens $30 wristband 12pm to 5pm and 5pm to 10pm 12:30 p.m. Registration for Kid's Pedal Pull (Free Stage) 1:00 p.m. Kids' Pedal Pull (Free Stage) 2:00 p.m. Northern Pullers Tractor Pull ( 4 & under Free, 5-11 $6, 12 and over $15) (sponsored by Cavalier Equipment, Langdon Implement & Roy Implement) 2:00 p.m. Blender Bike Smoothies ( 4-H Building) 3:00 p.m. Royal Legacy Circus (free stage) 7:00 p.m. Bush Race ( 4 & under Free) 5-11 $6, 12 and over $15) (sponsored by NAPA Auto Parts) 9:00 p.m. Karaoke with Dean Willits Productions (following Bush Race in Beer
To achieve optimal traction, the tractor’s weight must be properly balanced, and the operator must hit the right gear at the right speed. But to complain about the maximum speed of 12 mph would be to miss the point. When you’re pulling thousands of pounds across a dirt track, 12 mph does not sound fast, but it takes an enormous amount of horsepower to go that fast. All participants in the pull must arrive an hour before the scheduled start time to get registered. If you would like to preregister you can email us at northernpullers@gmail.com.
Sunday, July 9
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Open Exhibit Pick up 12:00 p.m. 4-H packing for State Fair
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July 13 - 16 Drayton Riverfest
After the amazing turnout for the All Class Reunion last year, Drayton’s Riverfest crew has been meeting for months to put together a weekend that will be just as exciting.
Drayton’s annual summer festival, Riverfest, will kick off on Thursday, July 13 and run through Sunday, July 16. The festival will feature live music, a car show, burger feed, alumni banquet, designer purse bingo, parade, kids’ games, a rib cook-off competition, food trucks, and much, much more.
sic from Kissing Company with street dancing from 8:00 p.m. - Midnight. “This event is Drayton’s chance to shine—to celebrate our hometown spirit, and to showcase the community for visitors and potential new residents,” said Rob Boll, president of Drayton’s Chamber of Commerce. Find ‘Drayton Riverfest’ or ‘City of Drayton’ on Facebook for the latest updates.
This year the group is hoping to include a pool party for adults and kids alike. Saturday will kick off the Tom Landowski Memorial Ride with bikes or cars, rain or shine. After the ride, folks will enjoy a meal at Johnny Bravoz, fireworks at dusk, and live mu-
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Becka Schumacher and Erica Bergstrom with their families in a decorated golf cart. Submitted photo.
Rendezvous at the Rendezvous Region Music Fest & Rod Run By Halle Sanders
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July 14-15 will be two days full of tires and tunes as Langdon ND hosts the 28th annual Rendezvous Region Music Fest and Rod Run. With a jammed back schedule of activities, this affair is guaranteed to be fun for all ages.
Rod Run organizer, Chad Lombardi, has been a core member for years now.
The events commences at 5 pm; a Friday filled with firemen as Langdon’s firefighters serve a homemade feast. The Fireman's dinner is hosted at the Langdon Fire Hall where doors are open from 5-8pm. All proceeds produced at the event aid in funding the fire department. One block over from the fire hall, the Rendezvous Region Rod Run kicks off On Main
“Well, when we moved to Langdon in 2006 we came with a trunk of baggage. 7 u-haul trucks with trailers, one car on a trailer and one inside.” He continued on to describe how he was first approached about the Rod Run, “It just so happened when we moved to town the then executive director of the Chamber of Commerce was looking for someone to do the car show, and with such an inconspicuous arrival, they somehow
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thought to ask us if we’d like to organize the show.” Lombardi has been working on the rod run ever since. Adult events take place on friday (the slow drags, muffler rap, and the burn contest) while children's events take place on Saturday (the pit crew competition, 1/64th scale drag race, and kid favorite tricycle/pedal car race). A full list of events can be found at www.rendezvousregionrodrun.webs. com “We know an event is never a one man show, as it needs to be a ‘rock soup’ type of story of people power
and funding,” Lombardi stated. The community rallies around the rod run with business fundraising and volunteers such as the Rendezvous Region Rod Run (RRRR) pit crew. The pit crew are hands-on volunteers who are responsible for keeping the run rolling smoothly. When watching a good race, the pit crew are partly to thank. Lombardi made sure to mention several other events taking place over the rendezvous weekend, “RRRR and Music Fest aren’t the only two brands on the track that weekend, there’s the Fireman’s Dinner, Bouncy House Playground, Kiddie Tractor
Pulls, Sidewalk Sale, Food Vendors, and so many others…so to sum all that up…there’s just something exciting that weekend for everyone!” Besides the rod run, Rendezvous Region Music Fest can’t take place without some music! The bands start at 1:30 p.m on Saturday July 15th at Boyd Block on Main Street. Langdon’s very own community band starts things off followed by bands Auto Drive and Slamabama. You can check out the full list of events on the Langdon Area Chambers of Commerce Facebook page and keep this Langdon favorite in your calendar.
Catfish Capital Open Bonspiel
Come check out some of the nicest ice in the state at Drayton Curling Club for their Summer Open Bonspiel. After a massive renovation job last year which replaced the building’s floor, compressor room, compressor,
chiller, and condenser, North Dakota’s oldest curling club is ready to host a jam-packed weekend of fun! To top it off, this bonspiel will be the first hosted since North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum proclaimed curling as the official state sport of
North Dakota. There will be great curling on the newly-upgraded ice with a draw-shot challenge. A huge tent out front will host music, a fire pit, games, and the delicious Bourbon Barrel BBQ food
truck will be present all weekend. Attendees are encouraged to wear their best Canadian or American patriotic outfit to win prizes. For more information, contact Tom Grzadzieleski at 701-360-1693 or check out “Drayton Curling Club” on Facebook.
Players couldn’t get enough of the ‘fast ice’ at this year’s Dakota Territory Curling Association’s Mixed Playdowns in January.
Ryan Woinarowicz took home the best dressed prize last year in his awesome Hawaiian outfit at the Summer Open Bonspiel. Photo by Krystal Wilson.
AU GU S T CALENDAR OF EVENTS August 4 - 6, Friday - Sunday - August the Deuce, Mountain ND. https://www.thedeuce.org/deuce-of-august/ August 7 - 11, Monday - Friday - Encore Youth Arts Camp at the Frost Fire Park, Drama Camp. Grades 3-12, 10:00-3:15 daily , frostfirepark. org August 11 and 12, Friday and Saturday - Catfish Capital Challenge, Drayton, ND. Facebook page: “Catfish Capital Challenge Catfish Tournament, Drayton, ND”. This is North Dakota's premier whopper catfishing tournament! Come join us on the beautiful Red River of the North to compete for the HUGE $10,000 top prize! Visit www.catfishDrayton.com for more details. August 11 - 13, Friday - Sunday - Winkler Harvest Festival, 600 Park Street, Winkler, MB. More information at the Winkler Harvest Festival Facebook Page and https://www.visitwinkler.ca/harvest-festival August 18 - 20, Friday - Sunday - Off the Charts Music Festival, Cavalier ND, City Park. A full schedule for the weekend can be found on offthechartsnd.com August 25 - 27, Friday - Sunday - Morden Corn and Apple Festival, 12379 Stephen Street Morden, Manitoba R6M 0G8. More information at https://cornandapple.com
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August 4 - 6 Deuce of August
Officially the longest running ethnic festival in the state, the three-day celebration of the Deuce of August in Mountain, N.D. will be packed with events for all visitors, even those who may not have an Icelandic background. All are welcome! The 124th event kicks off on Friday with the Genealogy Center opening from 1-4 p.m. and the Mountain Legion Fish Fry starting at 5 p.m. The big parade rolls through town
starting at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, followed by the Vikur Salad Luncheon at 11 a.m. at Vikur Church. The event weekend will also have a car show and shine, kids inflatable games, kids tractor pull, street dance, fireworks, a traditional heritage program at the Mountain Community Center, a Sunday worship service at Vikur Church, and the North Dakota State Tractor & Pickup Pulling Contest will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Organizers say this has been such a successful event because there’s a great group of dedicated volunteers in the community and surrounding communities who roll up their sleeves and pitch in and make it all happen. For more information, visit thedeuce. org or find “August the Deuce” on Facebook.
August 7 - 11 Encore Youth Arts Camp at Frost Fire Park ENCORE is for students entering grades three through 12. Day campers will experience an exciting week of music, movement, improvisation, skit performance, and more. At the conclusion of camp, students will present a showcase of what they learned during the week. Buses are available from Walhalla, Neche, Langdon, Cavalier, Edinburg, Grafton, Park River, Drayton, St.
Thomas, Pembina, and Minto. Cost is $140 per camper, with an extra $30 charge if the student wishes to ride the bus. Day campers will pack their own lunches. The camp runs 10 a.m. to 3:15, daily.
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ed this camp. He has experience running other art camps before launch-
There are scholarships available. Frost Fire Park “never wants kids to not be able to participate because of money.” Dave Paukert, who was an art teacher for many years and start-
ing one at Frost Fire Park. Registration forms and the scholarship form can be found at frostfirepark.org/encore-camp.
August 11 - 12 Catfish Capital Challenge
Deemed ‘Catfish Capital of the North’ for a good reason, Drayton will be hosting its annual whooping catfishing tournament in August. Anglers from far and wide travel great dis-
tances to partake in the event, as the opportunity to reel in a 20-something pounder is just too good to pass up.
inches and two ‘slot’ fish smaller than 24 inches. Last year, 63 teams partook in the excitement on the water.
The Red River is a well known home to some truly trophy worthy fish. The team of Michael Johnson and Brandon Pilon landed the big-fish award in the tournament last year with a 22.98 pound catfish. In 2022, the team of Dick Dolan and Chris Dolan took home the $10,000 top prize, catching a total of 87.91 pounds of fish combined.
Come join in on the beautiful Red River to have some fun, catch some fish, and cross your fingers for that massive top prize! Be sure to visit www. catfishDrayton.com for more details.
Teams are able to weigh in four catfish each day, two longer than 24
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Dick Dolan (left) and Chris Dolan receiving their top prize check at last year’s Catfish Capital Challenge.
Off the Charts Music Festival Off The Charts (OTC) was born out of a vision from local youth leader, Tiffany DeMars, to serve the young generation and provide a means to share the love of Jesus Christ. Through the help of friends and volunteers, the OTC Family came about. There have been some changes throughout the years but the current OTC Family consists of six members from the local community. We serve together as a group of believers to share the great gospel. Last year the festival marked its 10th anniversary.
Organizers of Off The Charts Music Festival in Cavalier have announced who will be on stage in August. "We are excited to have Big Daddy Weave, who is coming back for the second time," said Kyle Gagner, who
is the festival's production manager.
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They also will be welcoming Apollo LTD, Cade Thompson, and Hulvey. Gagner also said that they are always working on adding to their line-up. "We also have Zero Gravity Outreach coming back for the third year,” he said. “Those are the free-style stunt jumpers who fly through the air with the greatest of ease on motored bikes." The event is free to attend. There will be inflatable games, vendor food (for purchase), Zero Gravity Outreach, and all the bands. The music festival will go for three days, with the final day being Sunday, where there will be a community worship service in Cavalier City Park.
August 25 - 27 Morden Corn and Apple Festival The Morden Corn & Apple Festival is the largest street festival in Manitoba and features the province's longest parade. The festival has blocks of vendors, food trucks, and artisans to check out, as well as a full art walk, children's stage, and events tent, bus tours, shuttle buses, a massive midway, and three stages with free live entertainment all day. Most events are completely free, and there is no fee to enter the festi-
val. Acts such as Big Wreck, Trooper, and Randy Bachman have headlined the festival in the past, each playing free shows to attendees. The festival is perhaps best known for giving away approximately 50,000 delicious cooked cobs of corn each summer, and sells some of the best apple cider you'll ever taste. For more information visit cornandapple.com or find the event on Facebook at “Morden Corn & Apple Festival.”
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Make the most of a day at the lake
Water becomes the center of attention when the temperature climbs because of the cooling relief it can provide. Making a day of splashing through sprinklers, swimming laps in a pool or horsing around with friends at a waterpark is part of the summertime experience. Even though most people equate summer fun with ocean escapes, those who do not live close to the coast often turn to other bodies of water to cool off and chill out. Lakes can be great places to spend summer afternoons and evenings. Discover how to make time at the lake even more fun with these ideas. Fishing Cast your line right into the lake and take a shot at catching some fish. Bass, trout, perch, and pike may be interested in the bait hanging off of your hook. Be sure to check local fish and game ordinances to see if you need a license for fishing for the season, as well as the recreational size limits, possession limits and fishing seasons if you plan on keeping your catch. Water sports Water sports and lakes often go handin-hand. Certain water activities are easier on the calm waters of a lake than in the waves and swells of an ocean — particularly for beginners. Ca-
noes and kayaks are one- or two-passenger vessels that can be launched from just about anywhere. They make areas of the lake explorable that may not be accessible to large boats. Plus they require no fuel other than the power of rowing. If you prefer more speed, personal water craft like jet skis may be used on lakes in certain areas. Waterskiing or wakeboarding behind powerboats are some additional options for thrill-seekers. Tubing Although tubing is often enjoyed on rivers where the rapids carry people along from a starting point to the end, those who desire a more relaxing day may opt for tubing on a lake. Tie several tubes together and create a fleet of friends or family floating leisurely under the sun. With the addition of a floating cooler full of drinks and snacks, you can stay out on the lake for hours. Lakeside cuisine If you’re lucky to have a lodge or restaurant dockside, you can enjoy a delicious meal overlooking a sunset on the lake. Time in or on the water can build up an appetite, which can be satiated by a meal while you listen to the water lap against the shoreline. Days at the lake can be memorable ways to spend summer vacations.
Hydrating is key in summer heat Summer is a season to enjoy some fun in the sun, but it's imperative that people remember to take steps to reduce their risk for heat illness. Those measures should include efforts to hydrate and remain hydrated throughout the day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that water will almost always help people remain hydrated even when they're working in the heat. But food also plays a vital role in preventing heat illness, as the CDC notes eating regular meals can help to replace the salt lost
through sweat. It's also important that individuals avoid energy drinks and alcohol when spending time in the hot summer sun. Many energy drinks contain more caffeine than standard servings of coffee, tea and soft drinks, and excessive caffeine consumption can contribute to dehydration. The same can be said for alcohol, and the CDC reports that consuming alcohol within 24 hours of working in the heat can increase the risk of heat illness.
5 fun facts about the month of July July is synonymous with fun in the sun. In the northern hemisphere, July is typically characterized by sunny days, warm weather and long hours of daylight, making it an ideal month to enjoy a little rest and relaxation. Though it might be a great time for some R&R, July also boasts an interesting history. As revelers soak up some sun this summer, they can ponder these fun facts about the month of July. 1. July is named after a person who has been famous for thousands of years. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, Roman dictator Julis Caesar developed the precursor to the Gregorian calendar used today. Though that made him worthy of a month named in his honor, it didn’t do much to protect him during his life, as Caesar was famously assassinated in 44 B.C. 2. July is a celebratory month for fans of revolution. American Independence Day (July 4) and Bastille Day (July 14), which commemorates the storming of the Bastille and the dawn of the French Revolution in 1789, are among the notable revolutionary moments celebrated in July. 3. Baseball historians know that
many significant events in the game have taken place in July, and some records set in the month have withstood longer than others. On July 12, 1931, Mel Ott of the New York Giants hit his 100th career home run, becoming the youngest player to reach that milestone. Ott was 22 years and 132 days old when he set the mark, which still stands today. 4. One of the more famous statements in United States history was uttered in July, though it wasn’t within American borders or even on the planet Earth. On July 20, 1969, American astronaut Neil Armstrong, after stepping onto the surface of the moon, declared, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” 5. Two men who played integral roles in the American colonies gaining their independence from Great Britain both passed away on July 4th, the day that celebrates that very independence. On July 4th, 1826, former presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, who were once friends, then political rivals and, finally, friends again, passed away within hours of each other.
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