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Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office appoints Chief Deputy

By Hilary Nowatzki

News: Long time American Legion member honored, Pg. A2

The Cavalier County Sheriff's Department has announced a new promotion within their offices. Sergeant Gabe Johnston is now filling the role of chief deputy. The promotion was officially made June 13 and follows a restructuring of the department after Matt Wright, former chief deputy, became sheriff upon Shane Gallagher's resignation. The chief deputy position has been vacant since, with its primary responsibilities falling upon Wright.

According to Wright, Johnston’s successful investigation skills along with his community relations and local knowledge make him a perfect fit for the position.

Community: Walhalla wows with annual parade, Pg. A10

“He'd be an asset as an investigator in any department in the state in my opinion. Some of the investigations that he has done, they’re just not being done anywhere else,” Wright stated. “He's just an all around good guy, nice guy, professional guy. He's a guy I

can count on, and that's what I need.”

perwork part on our side for courts,” Johnston stated.

“I can count on all my guys,” said Wright. “But Gabe is just well He will also fill the rounded, really, in every way to law role of lead investienforcement.” gator.

Johnston has served with the sheriff’s department for 12 years now, following three years of service as a correctional officer in Grand Forks County.

He said his expectations and goals in his new role consist of maintaining an efficient environment for deputies and dispatchers, allowing all to continue to work together well.

As chief deputy, Johnston said his responsibilities include being the sheriff’s “right hand man.”

“I assist in managing the deputies and dispatchers in the office. I do the scheduling, manage calls for service, and oversee and take care of the pa-

“That's something I enjoy doing, is investigating,” said Johnston. “I take pride in doing a thorough investigation, and that's also what I like to see in the office is people to be able to trust us with our investigations and to know that they're getting quality work from all of us, so they can have peace of mind that things are getting taken care of.”

A Historical Society weekend

By Rebecca Davis

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St. Alphonsus School hosts first ever golf tournament fundraiser

By Hilary Nowatzki

Last weekend saw the first-ever St. Alphonsus School Golf Tournament, a day full of fun on the greens at the Langdon Country Club.

According to Carrie Hope, principal of St. Alphonsus School, the tournament went so well, they are already making plans for next year’s to be bigger and better!

This year, she reported 22 teams participated in the tournament, which was open to all students and adults, not just those attending St. Alphonsus School.

“The tournament is open to any combination of an adult and a student or child under the age of 18. We had a couple grandpa/grandson teams, high schooler and neighbor teams and everything in between,” Hope stated. “This event is open to everyone!”

It was the perfect weekend to host the

event with beautiful weather and light wind. Hope credits Alyssa Plummer and Runa Anderson, both members of the school’s committee, for organizing the event.

“They're the ones that kind of spearheaded the whole thing. They did a great job getting things ready and prepared,” said Hope.

The tournament also offered a wide array of door prizes. Hope said all of the children who participated received a door prize; most of the adults did as well. All of these prizes were donated or sponsored by local groups and businesses, to which Hope said she was deeply grateful for.

After golfing nine holes, the teams enjoyed hamburgers, hotdogs, salads, and dessert, prepared by the school committee, for supper. “[The tournament] went really well, and Megan Tollefson was a huge help

The North Dakota State Historical Society held three days of activities for visitors young and young at heart to take part in and explore history during the July 4th holiday at the Pembina State Museum, Gingras Trading Post, and Kittson Trading Post.

Visitors to the Pembina State Museum got to enjoy fields of yellow full of canola blooms as they explored the museum grounds and ascended to the observation deck of the museum tower. The Pembina State Museum hosted Free Tower Day with lemonade and lawn games Thursday, July 4. Typically, admission to the tower is $2 for ages 16+ and $0.50 for ages 6-15, but the museum itself is always free. Brian Hardy, outreach coordinator for the Pembina State Museum, reported 152 patrons visiting on the 4th.

Gingras Days have brought relatives local and from a distance, including other countries.

grateful for the work everyone does to preserve this rich piece of history.”

The Gingras site is the oldest standing structure built by Euro-Americans in North Dakota and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Interpreters were on site at Kittson Trading Post Saturday, July 6 for visitors to tour the site and see the newly restored cabin. The Kittson Trading Post is located at the Walhalla State Historic site in Walhalla. The trading post was built around 1851 by Norman Kittson as a warehouse for the fur trade and restored in 2023, just in time for Walhalla’s 175th Celebration.

It is unique in its regional Red River frame construction.

Hardy said approximately 15 visitors came to tour the site, and he was happy with the turn out. Visitors were invited to take a walk around the park or take the quarter mile path up to the St. Boniface Cemetery where Antoine Gingras and his family are buried.

Vanessa Burokas from Winnipeg, 3X-great-granddaughter of Antoine Gingras, and Ladd Poitra from Nebraska, 3X-great-grandson of Antoine Gingras meeting for the first time during Gingras Days. Photo by Rebecca Davis.

The museum grounds are open year round, Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Poitra said it was his first time visiting the site and is excited to return in the future with his son. “It was an amazing experience. We [the family] are

While the Gingras Trading Post and Kittson Trading Post are not open for tours outside of special days throughout the year, both sites feature interpretive panels detailing the history of each location for visitors to enjoy.

Friday, July 5 was an eventful day at Gingras Trading Post in Walhalla as the State Historical Society hosted Gingras Days. The trading post of fur trader Antoine Blanc Gingras, as well as his home, were open to the public.

Chris Floyd portrayed an employee of the American Fur Company who had returned to Gingras Trading Post to recount the Battle of Grand Coteau, which was fought between the Metis and Dakota in 1851.

“I like to entice your appetite for learning hoping you will go and do more research,” said Floyd when asked how he got started doing portrayals.

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Hardy counted approximately 40 visitors in attendance throughout the day including two relatives of Antoine Blanc Gingras: Vanessa Burokas, three-time great-granddaughter of Antoine Blanc Gingras, along with her husband and children from Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Ladd Poitra, threetime great-grandson of Antoine Blanc Gingras from Nebraska, were also in attendance with the two meeting for the first time. This isn’t the first (or the last) Gingras Days that will become an impromptu family reunion. Previous

Chris Floyd, portraying an employee of the American Fur Company, recounting the Battle of Grand Coteau fought between the Métisand Dakota in 1851. Photo by Rebecca Davis.

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Cavalier County's community garden boxes flourish for second consecutive year Langdon, N.D. - The Cavalier County Health District (CCHD) is thrilled to announce the continued success of the community garden box initiative for the second year running.

The garden boxes, strategically placed at various community hubs such as the Cavalier County Courthouse, Wheatland Estates, and Maple Manor Care Center, serve as vibrant centers of greenery and community engagement. LAHS students, under the guidance of faculty members and the invaluable assistance of NDSU Extension and site volunteers, have played a pivotal role in constructing, planting, and maintaining these garden boxes.

U.S. Supreme Court reverses ruling connected to redistricting map

By Nick Vorlage

In an 8-1 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court last Tuesday reversed a ruling made by the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals which had protected North Dakota lawmakers from civil discovery. The decision stems from a lawsuit connected to the 2021 North Dakota redistricting map, which altered the district lines of Districts 9 and 15 in north central and northeast N.D. As a result of said lawsuit, that redistricting was deemed to have violated the Voting Rights Act in November 2023 and was ultimately redrawn earlier this year.

Spearheaded by CCHD in partnership with Langdon Area High School (LAHS) Technology and Engineering Department, LAHS Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Department, and NDSU Extension, this collaborative effort aims to promote sustainable agriculture practices while providing fresh, locally-grown produce to residents across Cavalier County.

Since its inception in 2023, the community garden box project has seen remarkable growth and participation from community members and local businesses. With generous support from grant funding and the dedication of volunteers, this initiative has expanded to include additional locations, ensuring greater accessibility to nutritious fruits and vegetables for all.

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During that trial’s proceedings, the Eighth Circuit deemed communications between lawmakers, which may have explained a reason for the redistricting, were not allowed into discovery. The Supreme Court’s decision on Tuesday removes that protection.

One of the several Community Garden Boxes thriving at Wheatland Estates.

Photo by Hilary Nowatzki.

"The community garden box project not only enhances food security but also fosters a deeper sense of connection and stewardship within our community," remarked Steph Welsh, administrator at CCHD. This year, Cavalier County Courthouse, Wheatland Estates, Maple Manor Care Center, Langdon Prairie Health, Cavalier County Senior Meals and Services, Milton CHS, Osnabrock Community Living Center, Munich Plaza, Langdon Area High School, and Langdon Elementary School have generously offered space to host these garden boxes. Their support underscores the collective commitment to promoting health and well-being in

Funnel cloud spotted in Langdon

Justice Kentanji Brown Jackson was the sole dissenting voice in the Supreme Court’s decision.

Long time Walhalla Legion Residents are encouraged to visit these garden boxes throughout the member honored Cavalier County.

growing season, witness the beauty of nature firsthand, and partake in the harvest of fresh, locally-sourced produce.

Additionally, community members interested in hosting future garden boxes are invited to reach out to the Cavalier County Health District for further information.

Together, let's cultivate a healthier, greener future for Cavalier County!

Neche man faces multiple charges

By Nick Vorlage

A Neche resident has been arrested and charged with four counts of terrorizing and two counts of reckless endangerment-extreme indifference, all Class-C felonies.

According to court records, on the night of June 30, Neche resident Wesley Earl Symington, 52, had attempted to drive away from a residence while intoxicated. Two residents blocked Symington’s vehicle. Symington would then allegedly attempt to drive towards the two seemingly trying to hit them but would stop short and would head back home momentarily.

He would return in his vehicle a short time later, this time carrying a gun.

By this time, two other residents were on the scene. An off-duty deputy who lived nearby witnessed Symington exit the vehicle with the weapon. The deputy called it in, got his own firearm and detained Symington.

On July, 9, at approximately 2:00 p.m. this funnel cloud was photographed by Brittanie Mostad from 9th Street in Langdon.

Cont’d. From Page A1 St. Alphonsus School hosts first ever golf tournament fundraiser from the country club,” Hope stated. “[She] kind of guided us, as this was our first real experience with a golf tournament. So now we've kind of got our feet wet, and we know what to expect and plan for next year.”

According to Hope, the tournament raised $7,000 for the school.

“I think everybody had fun. I know my crew, my family that participated, had a lot of fun, and are practicing for next year,” said Hope. “It went really, really smooth, and just everything was great. It was a great, great outing for the day.”

An on-duty officer arrived and secured the weapon. No injuries were reported.

Alongside the felonies, Symington was also charged with the Class B misdemeanor of operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Symington refused a sobriety test, but a preliminary breath test returned a reading of .28% On July 3, bond for Symington was set at $50K cash. He is scheduled to make his initial appearance in court on July 22.

Walhalla Bartlette Ressler Legion Members (L-R) Wally Melstad, William Zeller, and Dale Anderson presenting longtime Legion member James Corbit with his 75 year Legion Membership Certificate. Corbit, who goes by Jim, owned and operated Jim’s Bottle Shop in Walhalla for many years until his retirement. Corbit will be celebrating his 100th birthday in September.

First case of West Nile Virus reported in North Dakota BISMARCK, N.D. - North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus disease this season.

The individual lives in Morton County and was hospitalized. There is risk of contracting West Nile virus anytime mosquitoes are active, so it is important to know how to avoid mosquito bites.

HHS recommends North Dakotans take these precautions to avoid mosquito bites: •Use insect repellent registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that contain ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, PMD, 2-undecanone and permethrin (clothing only).

Always follow the directions on the manufacturer’s label for safe and effective use.

health issues are at greater risk for developing West Nile neuroinvasive disease.

For more information on West Nile virus, visit www.hhs.nd.gov/wnv.

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•Wear protective clothing outdoors such as long-sleeved shirts, long pants and socks.

•Limit outdoor activities between dusk and dawn when mosquitoes that can carry WNV are most likely to bite.

Eliminate still water in containers around homes where mosquitoes can lay their eggs (gutters, buckets, flowerpots, old tires, wading pools and birdbaths).

•Install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out of residences.

•Maintain a well-trimmed yard and landscape around homes.

Most people infected with West Nile virus experience no symptoms. Those who develop symptoms will commonly report fever, headache, body/joint aches or rash. People who develop severe illness may experience stiff neck, altered mental status, paralysis, coma and possibly death. People over 60, or those who have underlying

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Youth compete at North Dakota Junior Beef Expo

Interest rates and input costs remain a worry – According to the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer, farmers’ attitudes are drifting lower. “The barometer did drift a little lower this month,” said James Mintert, director, Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture.

“People became a little less optimistic about the future. We’ve lost a lot of confidence with respect to the current situation and that reflects what’s taking place with expected net farm income.” High input costs are the top concern for the farmers surveyed. Interest rates have also been the other noticeable variable over the past five months. “The impact of the rising interest rates is starting to hit farmers.

One reason is, I think, we’re starting to see an erosion of peoples’ working capital,” said Mintert.

Farmland values remain firm – Farmers National Company Northern Area Vice President, Terry Longtin, doesn’t expect that to change any time soon. “We’ll see it in pockets, but the average to good land is holding strong, but I would not say it’s increasing.” Longtin anticipates no change in

farmland rental values. “Overall, we have a good crop coming. Commodity prices have weakened and yet it appears land rents are probably going to hold pretty firm as we go into late ’24 and early ’25 based on what we know today,” Longtin said.

Morgan named BND president/ CEO – The North Dakota Industrial Commission has named Don Morgan as the next president and chief executive officer for the Bank of North Dakota. Morgan succeeds Todd Steinwand, who retired July 2. Morgan has worked in the banking industry for 23 years and most recently served as CEO and bank president for Starion Bank. The Bank of North Dakota is the only state-owned bank in the nation.

Soil specialist added to NDSU Extension staff – Brady Goettl has joined NDSU Extension as a soil science specialist and will work alongside Dave Franzen until his retirement in August. Goettl is a Wisconsin native and has worked as a soil health research technician for NDSU Extension.

FARRMS announces FREE Soil Health & Organic Growing Field Day in partnership with Acres U.S.A. The Foundation for Agricultural and Rural Resources Management and Sustainability (FARRMS) is excited to announce a FREE Soil Health & Organic Growing Field Day in partnership with Acres U.S.A. on Monday, Aug. 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This educational event is open to beginning and experienced farmers interested in learning about the importance of healthy soil and achieving organic success.

The day’s agenda includes: ● 10:00 AM: Gather at Menoken Farm for coffee and a guided tour. Experts from the Burleigh County Soil Conservation District will share their knowledge on building and maintaining healthy soil practices. ● 12:00 PM: Enjoy a delicious, catered lunch from Mabel’s All Day. ● 12:45 PM: Gain valuable insights with presentations on soil health and Organic Certification. Hear from guest speakers, including Nic Podoll, Midwest Organic Consultant for Rodale Institute. ● 2:00 PM: Travel south of Mandan to Forager Farm for a second guided tour. ● 3:00 PM: Hannah and Jonathon Moser will offer a firsthand look at their thriving organic farm and guide participants through the Organic Certification process. This session provides invaluable knowledge for those considering this path. ● 5:30 PM: After visiting Forgar Farm, continue the conversation at an optional evening social held at The Paddle Trap in Mandan from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.

The field day will offer farmers the opportunity to gain essential knowledge

on the importance of soil health for growing success and learn the steps involved in Organic Certification. Participants will be able to network with experts in the field and fellow farmers passionate about sustainable agriculture.

Registration for this event is required and can be found online at bit.ly/organicfieldday. By registering, attendees will receive a catered lunch, two guided farm tours, and the opportunity to network with experts and farmers.

Thank you to our funders North Dakota Natural Resources Trust and OCIA International. This event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). Learn about TOPP: www.organictransition.org FARRMS is a 501c3 nonprofit providing education, peer networks, and financial support to sustainable agriculture producers in North Dakota.

For more information contact info@ farrms.org, call 701-877-1794 or learn more about FARRMS’ programs at farrms.org, on Facebook, and Instagram @farrms.nd. Acres U.S.A.® is North America’s oldest publisher on production-scale organic and regenerative farming. For more than 50 years, our mission has been to help farmers, ranchers and market gardeners grow food profitably and sustainably, with nature in mind.

wee showmanship, Layton Mrnak of Bowman won the junior showmanship division and Sydnee Johnson of Zap, N.D., won the senior division. Reserve champion showmen were Vance Mrnak of Bowman Connor Petersen of Bowbells, N.D., and Anna Petersen of Bowbells in the pee wee, junior and senior divisions, respectively.

The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association (NDSA) hosted more than 70 youth exhibitors and their families at the 29th annual North Dakota Junior Beef Expo (NDJBE) June 21-22 at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds in Minot, N.D. “The Junior Beef Expo was started to get more youth interested and involved in the beef industry,” said NDJBE Chairman Trey Klain. “I enjoyed watching the relationships and skills fostered throughout the contests over the weekend.”

On Friday, exhibitors participated in a beef trivia cornhole tournament. The objective was to provide beef education in a fun, yet competitive, game.

Caleb and Ethan Schwab of Englevale, N.D., made up the champion cornhole team. The reserve champion cornhole team was Cutler Schaunaman of Ashley, N.D. and Layne Korgel of Minot.

The third place honors went to Kindle Carlson of Finley, N.D. and Brady Haugen of Hannaford, N.D. The cattle show began Saturday morning. Seventy-three heifers representing 10 breeds, one commercial cow-calf pair and 13 market animals were exhibited, followed by the pee wee, junior and senior showmanship competitions.

Tyler Schaefer of Des Lacs, N.D., exhibited the supreme champion female, MPJ GDL Ellie 329, an April

25, 2023, daughter of Colburn Primo 5153, which was first the champion Angus female. Zane Lodoen of Westhope, N.D., exhibited the reserve champion female, GBSF I Love Lucy 2307L, a Feb. 2, 2023, daughter of SO Remedy 7F, which was first the champion Sim-influence female. Kodi Alford of Plaza, N.D., exhibited the champion market animal, a steer weighing 1,280 pounds on show day.

Calli Schaunaman of Ashley exhibited the reserve champion market animal, a steer weighing 1,233 pounds on show day. Elizabeth Hanson of Velva, N.D., exhibited the champion cow-calf pair, Koda, with a Jan. 3, 2024, heifer calf, Mabel, at her side.

Other heifer breed champions included the following: Champion American Aberdeen Female: Kyle Best of Watford City, N.D.; Champion Charolais Female: Bennett Mrnak of Bowman, N.D.; Champion Commercial Female: Macey Miller of Minot; Champion Hereford Female: Ellis Mrnak of Bowman; Champion Lim-Flex Female: Elizabeth Hanson of Velva; Champion Mainetainer Female: Bergen Bullinger of Dickinson, N.D.; Champion Red Angus: Colbie Furstenau of Cavalier, N.D.; and Champion Simmental Female: Carter Sys of Douglas, N.D. In the showmanship competitions, Bennett Mrnak of Bowman won pee

Addie Schnabel judged the show.

Schnabel is a native of Venturia, N.D., where he grew up on his family’s diversified livestock operation raising pigs, sheep, goats and cattle. Schnabel now resides in Medina, N.D., and is a farm tax accountant for AgCountry Farm Credit Services while working alongside his family on their operation.

Another NDJBE highlight included the Hardest Worker Award, which was presented to the Sys family of Douglas. Lilly Solemsaas of Sherwood, N.D., won another prestigious award, the NDSA Member Award, and $100 cash in the drawing. All NDSA-member exhibitors were eligible.

The NDJBE Planning Committee was composed of Haley Anderson of Lisbon, N.D., Trey Klain of Ruso, N.D., Cord LaPlant of Binford, N.D., Jayd Novak of Minot and Hope Willson of Wimbeldon, N.D. “The Junior Beef Expo is just one example of how the NDSA focuses on young beef leaders and works to encourage youth as they become the next generation of agriculturists,” said Klain. “It is an excellent place for youth to participate, learn about the livestock industry and have some fun.”

Next year’s show is scheduled for June 28-29, 2025. For more information about the NDJBE, contact NDSA Special Projects Director Jade Koski at (701) 223-2522 or jkoski@ndstockmen.org.

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Charging Bear Adopts Captain Welsh During the summer of 1913, an event near Fort Yates led to a full-page spread in the Minneapolis Sunday Journal, including photos and artwork. The story referred to Blackfeet/ Hunkpapa Chief John Grass adopting Alfred Burton Welch, Captain in the U.S. Army, as his son.

North Dakota historian LaDonna Brave Bull Allard writes, “Adoption is one of our sacred seven rites of the Lakota/Dakotas Nation. We adopt all kinds of people, young and old. If you lost a sister, you adopted another who reminds of that sister or brother, grandmother etc... We believe that you should never be alone in this world... It is our way,” she concluded.

Grass inherited his position as chief from his father, Chief Pezi. Grass fought at the Little Bighorn, and his war name was Mato Watakpe, or Charging Bear. When Charging Bear was younger, his father told him “not to fight the white man, but to help the white man, to give to him honor and respect, and then the white man would honor and respect him.”

John Grass had mixed feelings about his people’s struggle on the Standing Rock Reservation. “I like to see the

old men dance,” he said. “It is their custom, their bread, their life. They cannot change. I like to see the young people go to school and learn the white man’s ways. I have tried to live up to my father’s instruction and have set my feet in the paths of peace.”

During a Bismarck banquet in the early 1900s, Grass spoke as a guest, through an interpreter, “of the burdens of his people, of their former prestige, of their depleted numbers and their lost and broken spirits.”

One of the people in the audience that night was Captain A.B. Welch, who had grown up in South Dakota where he had daily contact with Native Americans.

The Journal stated, “(Welch) studied their lives and haunts, became familiar with their bows and arrows... (learned) their history... with the result that a purpose was born within him to do whatever it might be given to him to do, to show his faith and his friendship for these once mighty children of nature, now shorn of their ancient rights.”

Welch quickly became an advocate for Grass’s people, and the chief learned that the captain had fought with distinction in the Philippine-American War. Over time, the two men became close friends. Grass lost a son in 1910, and three years later, he decided to adopt Welch in memory of his late son. It was a great honor. The chief said it was the first time in history that any white man had been adopted into the Sioux nation using the full tribal ceremony.

The ceremony took place on June 12 near Fort Yates where Chief

Pezi had once won a great battle. As Welch approached the grounds, he was twice “taken prisoner” by ceremonial war parties and then released when Charging Bear would say, “This man is my friend.”

The warriors voted on whether Welch was worthy of this honor. One negative vote would have stopped the adoption, but Welch was accepted and was given his adoptive father’s name, Mato Watakpe. With 500 in attendance, the ceremonies included speeches, converging of elders, drumming, dancing, and singing.

Charging Bear presented to Welch a specially made pipe, and Welch gave Charging Bear a gold watch. Welch also gave the tribe a barbecue, including two steers, 100 pounds of coffee, a wagonload of hardtack, and 100 pounds of tobacco.

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Letter from the Publisher the front corner over and over. I suppose the battery really doesn’t stand a chance of making it to the end. At least when it dies, I can call it done.

I have a love/hate relationship with our leaf blower. Actually, we have two; hopefully, one is charged when you need it and charged enough to finish the job you’re starting. It’s not all the fault of the tool; blowing debris off of our patio has become more like blowing debris around on our patio. Leaves, pine needles, pine cones and more - about half gets blown off. The other half just lands somewhere else on the patio. I feel the need to restart in

readers of The Borderland Press. We appreciate your patience with the US Postal Service. Our Langdon crew is great, and they work hard for us. Unfortunately, not all post offices are as committed as Tammy and her team.

Take care, drink water, and play hard.

We continue to work hard for you, our

A rare photo of Bob Simmons RELAXING.

Little Rosie having fun with dominos at the lake.

back in the day of the old rivalries between small towns. I’ve heard other stories of current rivalries.

When she first came home with me, she paced nonstop, obviously anxious and scared.

afternoon and has started to seek out attention more often.

I won’t name names, but I heard that back in the day a ‘Langdon girl’ went to a dance in Walhalla. Before she could even enjoy her evening, she was chased off by an older, larger girl, who apparently put the fear of God in her.

For the first four days, when I would reach out my hand to give her a scratch or a pat, she would run in the opposite direction. Throughout the week she became more curious about me, most likely because I’m giving her so many snacks to fatten her up as she’s a bit skinny. By day five, she began letting me pet her and on that same day gave me a little lick on my head and hand! On day six, she was excited when I came home that

Usually I end up grabbing the broom to finish up, giving a dirty side-eye to the orange leaf mover that’s now laying on the patio table, dead. I take it back to the garage, break three nails getting the battery off, then plug it next to the other one that’s on the charger but not plugged in. I don’t know why, but they are just annoying to even look at. Bad words are spoken, the wind has picked up again, the needles are falling. Later when I get undressed, I find needles in places where they shouldn’t be, but it really looked pretty decent for about 20 minutes. Send your leaf blowing tips now to publisher@theborderlandpress.com. Thank you in advance.

Well, we got two nights in at the lake before we got rained out and decided

to jump ship. The littles (and the bigs) from Fargo came, and we got in some pretty good playtime along with boat rides, tubing, smores, fireworks and more. Did I mention puppy slobber?

Lots and lots of puppy slobber, too.

The rain has been nice for Red Willow Lake; the lawns and trees are greener and thicker than I’ve ever seen. I hope you all had a good Fourth of July weekend as well.

Diane Simmons

Publisher publisher@theborderlandpress.com

In addition to Independence Day, July is also touted as Family Fun Month, Family Reunion Month, and National Anti-Boredom Month, and more importantly on July 12, the very date of this issue’s publication, is National Eat Your Jello Day! (Maybe some shredded carrots in green jello served with a side of mayo is on your weekend menu.) What an exciting time July is! So many events to attend in our area!

Letter from the Editor

It’s been a wonderful small town week for me. I especially enjoyed the amazing parade Walhalla put on for Saturday, July 6. I rode over with Grandpa Ole to go watch with my aunt and uncle, Nancy and Mike Belanus, as well as my cousin, Christopher, and his wife, Crystal, and their kiddos.

It was so nice just sitting with family in the shade watching all the commotion and fun. This year’s parade was huge, and I was so impressed with the number of units in the show. It’s also great to see other small towns joining in on the festivities.

I saw several groups from outside of Walhalla join in on the fun; the more the merrier in my book! I’ve heard some funny stories from

“You Langdon girls better stay out of here and stop taking OUR Walhalla boys!” the very unhappy Walhalla girl said, fists gripped tightly, ready to defend her stomping grounds from outside competition. (She didn’t use the word ‘girls’, but I can’t print the word she did use in the story I’m retelling…)

She and Luna hit it off as well, and I can already see a positive change in Luna, too. Luna was the reason I was looking for another dog; she’s been lonely since February when her pals moved out.

Both dogs spent time outside last weekend, either in my dad’s fenced in yard or outside my house on leads

while I was gardening or cleaning.

So, yeah, I’ve had quite the lovely small town week, and I sure hope the same goes for you all, dear readers!

Hilary Nowatski

Editor editor@theborderlandpress.com

The Langdon girl went back home immediately, fearing she was about to get quite the beating. As fate would have it, this Langdon girl would marry a ‘Walhalla boy’, and they’ve lived happily ever after for quite some years. I think I prefer it when everyone gets along, helps out, and joins in. Let’s be honest, small towns can benefit from camaraderie. More hands equals less work, right?

In other news, I wrote last week about an older dog named Shadow that I adopted recently. She’s a 13-year-old German Shepard, and she has made such a turn around within six days.

Grandpa, aunt Nancy, and cousin Charlotte enjoying Walhalla’s Parade.

Grandpa and I taking a drive to enjoy the blooming canola fields.

THE SCHOOL BOARD (that got your attention) job. It’s just a single microphone with a long table where people sit and doesn’t pick up all of the dialogue. A person listening to the recording really needs to struggle at times to hear what some folks are saying, thus increasing the likelihood of an error on the part of our newspaper or radio reporters. As the media, we are most concerned about accuracy in our reporting.

By Bob Simmons, CEO, Simmons Multimedia So recently I approached members of the Langdon School Board about allowing us to upgrade the microphone system used to record the meetings. For those who are not familiar, some time ago a taxpayer requested the meetings be recorded, and the law states that if just one taxpayer requests the meetings be recorded, the meetings need to be recorded.

The school district then posts the audio from the meetings on the schools website. From the standpoint of the media, our issue was and is with the ‘quality’ of these recordings. While the single microphone set up does meet ‘legal’ requirements, it doesn’t do the best

Candidly, some school board members will admit to not wanting their voices being recorded or used on the radio. Unfortunately, with the introduction of the microphone in the meeting room, the horse has left the barn on this one. Understand, we are not trying to place the board, its individual members, or agenda under the microscope. There is no nefarious activity that has taken place to warrant investigative journalism on our part.

The board is comprised of our friends and neighbors who have made the decision to step up to the plate and help guide our schools. So why does Simmons want the audio? Having the audio available to us will enhance our reporting efforts, give the taxpayers who elected the board the opportunity to hear their representatives at work, and provide that all important transparency to the community that school district patrons are entitled to.

Look, as I see it, the three most difficult boards to serve on are (going backwards): #3 any county commission because that’s just a ton of work, #2 any water board, because farmers have been fighting about water since the first seed went in the ground, and #1, the granddaddy of them all - any school board, because members are not only appropriating your tax dollars, negotiating with teachers and unions, but they are also affecting policies concerning your children.

Without a doubt, school board members are charged with a daunting task, and we should all hold these folks in the highest regard. As always, if you don’t like what any member of any board is doing, I say do what they did and run for an open seat. School board President Dave Hart was kind enough to include me on the board’s recent agenda and allowed me three minutes to make my pitch. What I told them was that Simmons, at our own expense, will upgrade the existing system and donate it back to the school district. I told them to think about it and let me know.

On another note, there has been discussion about the school not publishing the board’s meeting minutes in the newspaper but instead making them available via the school’s website. The reasoning is to save mon-

ey. Of course, this would have to be put to a vote at an upcoming election.

Those of us at Simmons are steadfast against this idea and will work to insure this idea does not prevail. Since it doesn’t cost the school any money to post the minutes on their website, we believe they should do that in addition to the recordings of the meetings but should also continue to place the meeting minutes in the newspaper.

The newspaper is the county historian, and as the official county newspaper, taxpayers know that all meeting minutes and legal documents that are part of the official record can be easily found in this one location. What’s

more, as to city meeting minutes, one could make the same argument as the school board, but during the 2024 June Primary, of the 208 cities reporting, vote totals to the ND Secretary of State’s office, voters by an 85% margin favored continued publication of the minutes in newspapers.

Years ago a local attorney asked me what it would take to get us to not run a story on the radio about his wealthy client who had been arrested. I responded with “that would be unfair and unethical.” He lamented…

I guess nothing supersedes the public’s right to know. True Dat.

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Friday, July 12, 2024 - Page A5

Pembilier Nursing Center: Adventures at Icelandic State Park

By Heather Duerre, Life Enrichment Director

buying an annual pass if you go more than a few times, as it’s only $35 and gets you into any state park!).

Greetings from your friends at PNC! It’s crazy to think we are already into July…where is the summer going!?

We are trying to fit in as many bus trips as we can while the weather is good. This week our adventure bus went to Icelandic State Park.

We had five women that joined Kelsey and I for the rip-roaring road trip. They were Bonnie Allison, Darlene Belanus, Rose Radway, Lucille Danielson, and Georgie Veer. As we pulled up to the entrance booth, there was a part of me that wondered if I would make it through driving such a large vehicle. Then I quickly remembered that this is a park, and motorhomes three times our bus size drive on these winding roads with ease like a hot knife through butter. I paid our daily entrance fee, which was only $7 for the entire bus load (I recommend

Anyways, the ladies insisted on checking out the residence of the infamous park manager Mike and the first lady of Icelandic State Park, so we turned into the road marked “private drive.”

As I was driving down the short road shared between the manager and the ranger, I wondered what the ranger might think if he looked out his window and saw our PNC minibus lugging down the drive. In any case, the ladies were able to satisfy their curiosity and saw the place where the two “celebrities” live.

We quickly turned around - and by quickly I mean it took me five minutes of pulling forward and reversing to turn the bus around to leave the housing area. The worst part about driving a minibus is that when it’s in reverse, it makes a very loud, obnoxious beeping sound to alert both South Dakota and Canada that we are backing up.

Next, we made our way to the beautiful beach area where lots of families were enjoying the gorgeous sunny weather. The ladies got ice cream to-go from the delightful little concession stand that was stocked with lots of delicious and delightful treats.

Two of the ladies got rum cherry ice cream, two got plain vanilla, and one got blueberry cheesecake. All of them enjoyed their cold treats while we took a tour around the three camp-

ground loops.

Finally, we made our way to the Heritage Center that is nestled beside the entrance booth. Here we decided to ditch the bus and head inside to look around at the museum and the cute little gift shop. The ladies strolled around the museum, which has an “Icelandic” display right now, and took in lots of local history. It was fun to see how excited they all got to look at the different displays throughout the building. They even enjoyed the bird room, where they took turns pressing the buttons to hear the different chirping sounds from area birds. Once they were done taking in all the history the museum had to offer, they looked around at the gift shop and all the treasures that were available for purchase. Although many of them oohed and awed over the variety of merchandise, only one left with less money and a new acorn necklace. Before we loaded the bus again, the ladies were lucky enough to catch the handsome manager, Mike, in his office and request a picture with him. He was very accommodating and agreed to take a picture with the ladies. Unfortunately, the first lady of the park was unable to be in any group photos.

I imagine she was busy doing first lady stuff, so next year I will try to call ahead and book an appointment with her. I’ve heard she is quite delightful, so we’ll look forward to that next time! *Wink, wink*

Bonnie and Rose reading about local history.

The ladies strolling throughout the museum.

Sitting (L-R) Bonnie, Darlene, Lucille, Georgie; standing, Rose and Mike Duerre.

Sitting (L-R) Bonnie, Georgie, Darlene; standing, Rose and Lucille.

We had a fabulous trip and returned to PNC just in time for supper. It was such an enjoyable afternoon with a wonderful group of ladies. The weather was perfect, the ice cream was

delicious, the manager was pleasant, and the company was unbeatable. We can hardly wait to go back to Icelandic State Park!

Virginia and North Carolina researchers reach out to rural North Dakotans $3.37 million grant backs effort to optimize online weight programs Editor’s note: This headline was run last week (July 5). However, the article attached was a duplicate from another page and we apologize for this error. Below is the intended article.

University of Virginia School of Medicine public health researchers, together with colleagues at the University of South Carolina, have received a $3.37 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to determine if online behavioral weight-management programs for rural residents can be improved by adding a human touch. Researchers are reaching out to rural residents in North Dakota to participate in a new health program.

Online obesity programs have typically failed to yield the same benefits as in-person programs, the researchers noted, so they will test three approaches to add human involvement.

More than 600 volunteer participants

will be enrolled in a core online 24week weight-loss program and randomly assigned to receive one of two forms of feedback on their self-monitoring efforts, as well as potentially receiving additional components including weekly group video sessions and individual coaching calls.

The goal is to help residents of rural areas, where in-person weight-loss programs can be scarce, manage their weight and fight the obesity epidemic that has swept America.

“Weight loss of as little as 5% to 7% can reduce obesity-associated comorbidities,” said UVA public health researcher Becca Krukowski, PhD, one of the principal investigators.

“Although lifestyle interventions successfully produce weight losses of this magnitude, access to weight management programs is limited in rural areas. This study will examine how digital interventions can be optimized for delivering weight loss pro-

HHS shares healthy summer reminders BISMARCK, ND - Summer activities such as camping, swimming and sports are in full swing in North Dakota. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is sharing tips and reminders to help North Dakotans enjoy summer in a healthy and safe way.

Outdoor safety North Dakotans spending time outdoors should be aware of diseases that can be spread by insects, wildlife and the sun.

Most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. To prevent skin cancers, avoid midday sun when the sun’s rays are the strongest. Stay in the shade as much as possible when outdoors and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. Apply sunscreen every two hours. Remember, even on cloudy or cool days, UV rays can still be strong. Protection from UV rays is important all year, not just during the summer, as they reflect off of surfaces like water, cement, sand and snow.

Mosquitoes may carry West Nile virus. Grand Forks, N.D., has recently detected West Nile virus in two mosquito pools. To avoid mosquito bites,

grams to rural populations.”

The obesity epidemic More than 130 million Americans are overweight or obese, and people living in rural areas experience significantly higher rates of both obesity and chronic illnesses associated with obesity. Many rural areas are also beset by an increasing lack of access to healthcare resources. So finding better ways to help rural residents manage their weight could have big benefits for both individuals and society.

That type of ambitious goal to improve the health of people across Virginia and beyond aligns closely with UVA Health’s first-ever 10-year strategic plan, which aims to transform healthcare by finding innovative ways to help people live longer, healthier lives.

Krukowski, of UVA’s Department of Public Health Sciences, noted that there is already some evidence that adding a human component to digital obesity-treatment programs can im-

prove their effectiveness. She hopes her new trial will offer answers on the best “package” of treatment components.

Over the next three years, she and her collaborators will enroll and provide the iREACH program for a total of 616 men and women, with the goal of determining which approach, or which combination of approaches, is most effective at promoting weight loss and subsequent weight maintenance. They will look at factors that contribute to weight loss success, such as social support, accountability and problem solving. They will also consider elements such as sex, race/ ethnicity and age, as well as the costs of the intervention components.

The iREACH program has just started recruiting for the first wave, which will start right after the new year – perfect timing for New Year’s resolutions related to improving health.

use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered insect repellent and wear light-colored clothing outdoors such as long-sleeved shirts, long pants and socks.

•Scrub hands for at least 20 seconds.

•Rinse hands well under clean, running water.

•Dry hands using a clean towel or an air dryer.

er leave unrefrigerated for over two hours. Learn more about food safety and foodborne illnesses at www.hhs. nd.gov/health/diseases-condition/ foodborne-illness.

Cases of tick-borne disease are highest during summer months and peak in July. Ticks can carry diseases such as Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. To prevent tick bites, avoid wooded and bushy areas with high grass, use EPA registered insect repellent and check the body and clothing for ticks after coming indoors. Check pets daily.

For more information about zoonotic diseases, visit www.hhs.nd.gov/ health/diseases-conditions-and-immunization.

Child passenger safety Road trips are another popular activity during summer months in North Dakota. To ensure children are using the proper car seat or seat belt for their size, age and development, find a car seat checkup event at www.hhs. nd.gov/health/child-passenger-safety/events.

North Dakotans may encounter animals at zoos, fairs, schools and more.

It is important to wash hands thoroughly after being around animals, even if they are not touched. Animals can carry germs that can spread to people and cause illness – these are known as zoonotic diseases. Handwashing with soap is one of the best ways to stay healthy. Follow these five steps every time to prevent germs: •Wet hands with clean, running water and apply soap.

•Lather hands by rubbing them together with soap.

Agencies warn North Dakotans about recalled Diamond Shruumz™ products BISMARCK, N.D. - North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) warns people about recalled Diamond ShruumzTM products, advising North Dakotans they should not eat, sell, or serve the products.

On June 28, the FDA announced a company recall involving Prophet Premium Blends Diamond ShruumzTM chocolate bars, cones, gummies and related products. However, many stores that sell these items are not licensed and regulated by the state. Products may still be available to buy online and through retailers that sell hemp-derived and smoking and vaping products.

HHS together with the poison control center has identified a death in the state that could potentially be associated to Diamond ShruumzTM brand products.

The exact cause has not been verified at this time. HHS, along with the poison control center, FDA, and state partners continue to investigate.

According to the CDC, as of July 2, 48 illnesses have been reported in 24 states, including one in N.D. Forty-six of the 48 people reported seeking medical care, and 27 have been hospitalized. Symptoms have included seizures, loss of consciousness, confusion, sleepiness, abnormal heart rates, high or low blood pressure, nausea and vomiting.

Individuals who become ill and suspect poisoning can contact the Poison Center at 800-222-1222.

Updates about this investigation and recall are available at www.cdc.gov/ environmental-health-studies/outbreak-investigation-diamond-shruumzproducts/index.html.

Water safety Swimming in pools, lakes or rivers is one of the most popular activities during the summer, but it comes with health and safety risks such as swimming-related illnesses and drowning.

Learn more about safe swimming and how to prevent injury at www.hhs. nd.gov/behavioral-health/prevention/water-safety.

Food safety Foodborne illnesses frequently occur during the summer months due to the warmer temperatures in which germs thrive. Avoid leaving food out too long at room temperature and nev-

Responsible drinking Not all drinks are created equal.

Those of age and aiming to drink responsibly can learn the volume of alcohol in drinks to make informed decisions and reduce risk. The Alculator tool speaks volumes by identifying the alcohol content of beverages through a browser-based interactive app. Check it out at www.hhs.nd.gov/ speak-volumes.

Improving America’s health Ultimately, Krukowski and her team hope their research will lead to optimized online weight-loss programs that will be more accessible to rural residents than in-person programs.

That would increase the public-health benefits of the programs and will inform public health policy decisions such as whether the programs should be covered by Medicare, Medicaid and other health insurance companies.

“The iREACH study is an exciting opportunity for rural residents to have access to a cutting-edge behavioral weight loss program and also contribute to science,” Krukowski said.

The trial is IRB No. HSR220408. For more information, visit https://www. ireachstudy.org/ or call 1-866-2717217.

For more firework safety tips, visit www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/ Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworks.

For more helpful summer safety reminders, visit www.hhs.nd.gov/ behavioral-health/prevention/summer-safety.

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Heritage and happenings - A “blind pig” had nothing to do with a blind pig…

By Kari Phillips

gatherings, fireworks, parades -- and booze. Lots and lots of booze.

The Fourth of July boasts the highest liquor sales over any other holiday in the United States. Americans tend to purchase and consume large quantities of alcohol during this holiday due to the celebratory barbecues, parties and gatherings that go along with it., but sometimes, I wonder how we would have celebrated in the early years of Cavalier County.

I hope everyone had a wonderful long Fourth of July weekend. This is the time of year we all celebrate and remember the struggle for independence, the values of liberty and democracy, and the pride and unity of the American people with family

From the inception of the state of North Dakota in 1889 until the nationwide repeal in 1933, we were a dry state – not so fondly remembered as the prohibition era. I wondered how celebrations could happen without imbibing, as I have never known life where alcohol consumption was illegal except for maybe prior to turning the age of 21, because we all waited until then to have our first alcoholic beverage, right? Right. So, imagine

my surprise when I learned that in the early 1900s, the residents of Cavalier County faced a significant social and legal issue - the infestation of blind pigs.

So, what is a ‘blind pig' then if it is not a visually impaired farm animal? A blind pig is a term used to describe an establishment that illegally sold alcoholic beverages during prohibition.

A “blind pig” often operated secretly and would require a password or special entry to gain access. It is basically a less fancy “speakeasy.”

In Cavalier County, the railroads played a crucial role in the spread of these blind pigs, particularly in towns that were “the end of the line.” These towns were hotspots for the illegal alcohol trade as bootleggers took advantage of the rail system to distribute their booze. A noted increase in blind pigs in Cavalier County occurred when Munich was the “end of the line” for

the railroad. The rail line reached Munich on Dec. 27, 1904, and the town held this title until Oct. 15, 1905 when the line was extended to Sarles.

During this time, Munich had quite a notorious reputation for its lawlessness and illegal activities. The influx of construction workers and transients with the railroad contributed to Munich’s reputation as a wild and unruly town. Isolation and lack of immediate law enforcement presence made it easier for blind pig operators to conduct business during this time.

It is said that Munich had at least 13 blind pigs, and when the “end of the line” moved to Sarles, a lot of the riffraff went along with it.

al stubbornness and determination to keep his establishment resurfacing despite many challenges from law enforcement and local townspeople.

Kari Phillips is the Community Development Coordinator for Cavalier County JDA and can be reached at karip@utma.com or at 701-2563475.

Munich wasn’t the only town in Cavalier County that faced problems with the blind pigs. There is another interesting story about a very persistent “pigger” that operated in Union. Tune in next week to read about the “little pig that could” – a story of inspiration-

Deep-rooted panic

Katie Henry, NDSU Extension – Cavalier County, Family and Community Wellness Agent summer done. I also have not done even half of the fun things I had set out to do before July. Don’t get me wrong, I have done plenty. I’m just a little behind on my personal schedule for both.

As the adrenaline from the sudden, yet fleeting, panic subsided, I realized that I was not in the place of positivity. My positive self-talk needed a wake-up call. What a difference it makes. Once I started with my positive thoughts and left the negative behind, my disposition lightened considerably.

The other day I had a deep-rooted panic. It was fleeting and didn’t ruin my day, but it was there. It all stemmed from a message I received from a co-worker. The dreaded words were written in black and white, laid out there for me and the whole world to see - ready to set limits and steal away precious time. I had been working outside in the heat and humidity, so I already felt like defeat and lost dreams.

Her words said, “We are already one week into July – It’ll go fast. Summer is always like that. Gone in a flash.”

I guess it hit a little harder since I have not gotten all of the catch-up type work items I had planned for

Positive self-talk is all about changing the frame of reference.

It’s about finding the positive in every situation and helping yourself recognize the need for difference and understanding. Sometimes there is the misconception that it is all about having an unrealistic view of things or thinking something is amazing when it’s not. It’s actually about finding the silver lining in situations and learning from things in order to do different next time, even when they aren’t working out.

Everyone has self-talk. It’s what we do with it that matters. Brené Brown, world renowned author, has been quoted as saying, “talk to yourself

like you would to someone you love.”

That’s a powerful statement. Since we have over 60,000 thoughts (selftalk) a day, it’s important that the majority of them become positive and supportive. The pathways of the brain actually change, and we become what we practice.

As I’ve mentioned before, I am a reader. I read everything I can and often.

One book that was recommended to me is ‘Wake Up Grateful’ by Kristi Nelson. It’s next on my reading list. It’s all about finding a grateful perspective. The book is full of guidance in being able to achieve that. If you are more of a person who likes a quick read, we have an NDSU Extension publication called ‘Understanding Our Self-Talk’ (CV1984). There are great tips to improving self-talk and some references for further reading if you would like. It can be found at https:// www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/sites/default/files/2024-04/cv1984.pdf, or let us know if you would like a copy.

Something else I know I’m not the only fan of is a cup of tea or lemonade with a sweet treat while reading. If you are the same way, I recommend a summertime favorite, strawberry rhubarb crunch. The strawberries and rhubarb are still producing, and it’s a delicious sweet treat with an added bonus of some nutrition. You can

find the NDSU Extension recipe below, online at https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/recipes/strawberry-rhubarb-crunch, or you can stop in our office to get a copy.

Strawberry Rhubarb Crunch Ingredients 4 cups fresh or frozen chopped rhubarb 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, sliced 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup rolled oats ½ cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ cup butter

help. If you have questions, would like a reading recommendation, or are looking for some delicious recipes, please stop into our office at the Cavalier County Courthouse. You can also call me at 256-2560, or email me at katie.d.henry@ndsu.edu. Don’t worry! There is still plenty of summer left to check things off the to-do list and have some fun. Even if you don’t get it all done, you still will get SOME done, and summer will come back around next year, and maybe there were some other things that popped up that we can be grateful for, and, and, and…

Directions Preheat oven to 350 F. In a medium bowl, stir together the rhubarb, strawberries and honey. Pour into a shallow baking dish. In the same bowl, stir together the rolled oats, brown sugar and cinnamon. Mix in the butter until crumbly and spread over the top of the fruit. Bake for 40 minutes until rhubarb is tender and the topping is toasted. Serve warm.

Nutrition & Dietary Information Makes eight servings. Each serving has 180 calories, 7 g fat, 2 g protein, 29 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber and 55 mg sodium.

NDSU Extension is always here to

FirstLink mental health training highlight Have you ever been unsure how to support a friend experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis? FirstLink can help equip you with the skills through one of our many trainings!

Not only do we answer the 211 Information & Referral Helpline and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, but we have also done over 50 presentations since the start of 2024. FirstLink’s training offerings range from a onehour introduction to mental health, all the way to a two-day suicide intervention training.

One

significant

achievement

we

would love to share is the opportunity we had to present Mental Health First Aid to officials within the North Dakota Court System over the course of nine training sessions; everyone from IT to judges attended these trainings!

Participants in this group shared their appreciation for the training, not only to support clients but also coworkers and loved ones. Mental Health First Aid is an eight-hour presentation that equips learners with the skills to identify, understand, and respond to signs of a mental health or substance use challenge or crisis.

FirstLink provides a variety of trainings designed to empower individuals.

Our most popular offerings include Suicide Risk Assessment, safeTALK, Mental Health First Aid (both adult and youth), and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training.

If you're passionate about supporting those facing mental health challenges or crises, explore our upcoming virtual and statewide opportunities at myfirstlink.org/trainings. Discover how you can make a difference today!

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Friday, July 12, 2024 - Page A7

Prairie Fare: Try a new vegetable on your menu this summer

By Julie Garden-Robinson, NDSU Extension food and nutrition specialist

ect ahead of me: figuring out ways to use the garlic scapes. I began exploring ways to use the long thin green stalks.

Garlic scapes are sold in some farmers markets. If you have a friend growing garlic, you might ask for some scapes. They last up to two weeks in your kitchen. I chose to refrigerate them in my crisper to keep them fresh longer.

As I prepared the scapes, the texture, but not the flavor, reminded me a little of “young” asparagus.

“I brought you some scapes,” a graduate student said with a smile as he handed me a plastic bag.

Fortunately, I knew what he meant, or I might have been a bit tentative about opening the bag. I have never been in possession of a bagful of freshly harvested scapes. I peeked in the bag and saw the long, curly green vegetation. The scapes looked like super-long thin green beans with elegant curls.

I detected a slight garlic aroma, which makes sense. Scapes are the flower stalk of garlic plants. The scapes require the plant’s energy, so they need to be removed before the plants flower. Removing the scapes promotes the development of large, flavorful garlic bulbs.

Scapes are “in season” right now. If you like garlic, you will enjoy the mild flavor of scapes. I had a cooking proj-

After rinsing them thoroughly, I chopped them into small segments.

The skinny portions reminded me of super-long chives. With age, scapes can become a bit “woody,” so you can remove those parts and use the tender areas.

I was making potato packets for the grill, so I added some chopped scapes.

I added some to the mushrooms I was sautéing in a pan on the stove.

I turned down the heat so I would not accidentally char the scapes.

My patient husband offered to grill some, but I thought two dishes with garlic scapes was probably enough for our menu.

I could have made “flavored butter” to go with our corn on the cob by sautéing chopped scapes in butter. Maybe that’s a flavor sensation for our next meal. Some people add some parmesan cheese to the butter.

Other people use scapes as a vegetable, similar to asparagus or green beans. They can be brushed with a favorite oil and grilled in a grill pan.

Others enjoy adding the mild garlic flavor to hummus, which is a mixture of chickpeas, oil and seasonings. We have many hummus recipes available on the NDSU Extension Food and Nutrition website (www.ag.ndsu.edu/ food).

You could add them to potato soup or salad. The mild flavor of potatoes would go well with some mild garlic.

If I run out of ideas for scapes within the next week, I can freeze them on a sheet pan and pop them into a freezer bag to use later in cooked dishes.

Be a little adventurous with your menus. Sometimes family members can be a bit leery about trying new things. These green vegetables are so mild and novel that people who enjoy garlic will enjoy them.

As I prepared the scapes, I thought about other foods I have introduced to our family. Many years ago, quinoa (pronounced “keen-wah”) was new in the Robinson household. When she heard the name, our youngest child hopped around the kitchen doing “quinoa kicks” like a martial artist.

She liked the name of the grain that is native to South American Andes mountains. It is available near the rice section in many grocery stores.

This recipe makes use of summer bounty from farmers markets and perhaps your own backyard. This colorful

side dish pairs well with your favorite proteins on the grill, including chicken, fish, burgers and steak. You can even add some chopped scapes, if you’d like.

Southwest Quinoa Salad 3 cups cooked quinoa, prepared according to package instructions 1 cup cucumber, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced ¼ cup chopped garlic scapes (optional) 1 (14.5-ounce) can corn, drained (or steamed frozen or fresh corn) 1 (14.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed ¼ cup cilantro, chopped ¼ cup olive oil 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 teaspoons cumin ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste) ¼ teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Prepare ingredients as noted. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

Each serving has 120 calories, 5 grams (g) fat, 4 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber and 60 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.)

Makes 16 (1/2-cup) servings.

Scapes are the shoots of garlic plants and have a mild garlic flavor. (Pixabay photo)

Prairie Doc® Perspective What’s in a (medical specialty) name?

By Jill Kruse, DO

cine still use the original Greek and Latin roots for their names. Once you know where these names come from, everything makes sense.

Doctors are taught medical terms and jargon in medical school like a secret code. Many medical terms are rooted in Greek and Latin. Over the course of our training, these words become second nature and we become fluent in this medical “language,” although we are also expected to talk to our patients using simple terminology.

However, most specialties in medi-

Most names start with a Greek or Latin word followed by “ologist” or “ology” from Greek word “Logos” which means “the study of” or “Science of.”

Instead of calling themselves a “heart doctor” we call them Cardiologists.

Cardiology comes from the Greek word “Kardia” which means “heart.”

This trend follows for several other specialties. Lung doctors are Pulmonologists from the Latin “Pulmon” which means “lung.” Obstetrics is from the Latin term “obstetrix” which means “midwife” or literally, “one who stands opposite.” However, Gynecologist comes from the Greek term “gyne” meaning “woman.”

Liver doctors are called Hepatologists using the Greek terms “Hepar” or “Hepato” meaning “of liver.” Hematologists are doctors who study blood

and the term comes from the Greek work “haimo” meaning “blood.” Your skin specialists, the Dermatologists, get their name from the Greek work “Dermatos” which means “skin” or “hide.” The Nephrologists, or kidney doctors, have taken the Greek root for kidney, which is “nephros” to get their name. Neurologists study nerves, and the Greek term “neuro” or “neuron” means “string or nerve.”

A Pathologist looks at tissue samples under a microscope in order to diagnose diseases. Their Greek root “Pathos” comes from the terms for “suffering” or “disease.” This branch of medicine looks for the cause, development, as well as the natural progression of diseases. The term anesthesia was first used in the 1880s, but it also comes from the Greek prefix “an” which means “without” combined with “aisthesis” which means “feeling” or “perception.” That describes their goal for patients during surgery – to go “without feeling” pain

during a procedure.

Just when you think you know the rules, there is Endocrinology. Endo-

crinology studies the endocrine system which are the organs in the body that secrete hormones. “Endo” is the Latinized form of the Greek word “krinein” meaning “secreting internally.” The term Rheumatologist is not quite as literal as some of the others.

They specialize in diseases like arthritis and the name originates from the Greek word “Rheuma” meaning “that which flows” or “current/stream.”

Dakota Gardener: The biggest threat to our gardens

Manure may be toxic to garden plants.

If a cow eats herbicide-treated hay, the herbicide does not decompose while the hay is digested inside the cow. The manure from this cow contains herbicide and may be toxic to garden plants for years.

A dandelion is not a symbol of failure.

To the contrary, it is not natural or healthy to have a weed-free lawn.

What’s the biggest threat to gardens today in the Dakotas?

It is herbicide misuse. Nothing else comes close.

Gardeners send me over 1,000 photos of sick plants every summer. The most common photos are of tomato and potato vines that are mysteriously twisted and curled. In many cases, nearby tree leaves are stretched and cupped.

These symptoms are caused by herbicide injury. Today’s herbicides are much more powerful and persistent than ever.

Lawn clippings may be toxic to garden plants. In the past, we could use lawn clippings as mulch in our gardens three mowings after the last herbicide application. This may no longer be the case. Read the label of your dandelion killer. In many cases, it will recommend not using lawn clippings as mulch in your garden – ever. That’s because today’s herbicides are more persistent in the environment.

Compost may be toxic to garden plants. Twelve years ago, I went to my city landfill and received truckloads of compost that were free of herbicides.

This is no longer the case. People are dropping off lawn clippings treated with long-lasting and sometimes re-

Herbicide drift may be toxic to garden plants. Herbicides used on fields can drift to our landscapes and cause damage. I see trees with cupped leaves every day.

The misuse of herbicides by gardeners is another concern. Sometimes homeowners spray at rates higher than what is recommended on the label. The mentality that more herbicide works better than recommended rates is false. Excessive herbicide rates will kill weeds, but they will also damage our lawns, gardens and trees.

Some homeowners have access to restricted-use herbicides designed for use in crop and hay production.

These agricultural herbicides will kill weeds in home lawns, but they may also damage the lawn and surrounding plants and trees.

What can be done?

Now more than ever, it is critical that we read and follow the directions on the label. I implore you - just do it! Follow the recommended rates. Use only herbicides that are registered for use on your

lawn and garden.

Be careful where you get your manure or compost. Contact me for simple tests available to see if your manure or compost is safe to use.

Spray judiciously. The most effective time to kill lawn weeds is in mid-September. Most lawns are healthy and attractive with a single application of herbicide per year.

Whenever you spray, and it should not be often, reduce the risk of spray drift. The wind should be less than five mph. Avoid foggy and perfectly calm times where pesticide spray can persist in the air. Use a heavy droplet, not a fine mist while spraying. Avoid temperatures in the upper 80s or warmer. Spray only when necessary.

This tomato vine was injured by herbicide. (NDSU photo)

Hopefully this helps “crack the code” of why different specialties have such different and unique names. You can impress your friends and family with this newfound knowledge. However, your Cardiologist will be just as sweet if you call him or her a “heart doctor,” because as Shakespeare’s Juliet asked, “What is in a name?”

Jill Kruse, D.O. is part of The Prairie Doc® team of physicians and currently practices as a hospitalist in Brookings, South Dakota. Follow The Prairie Doc® at www.prairiedoc.org and on Facebook and Instagram featuring On Call with the Prairie Doc®, a medical Q&A show providing health information based on science, built on trust, streaming live on Facebook most Thursdays at 7 p.m. central.

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By Tom Kalb, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension

stricted-use herbicides that can persist for several years after composting. It is risky to use the compost from a city landfill in a garden today.

This comes from a 17th Century idea that arthritis would flow throughout the body affecting many areas.

For more information about gardening, contact your local NDSU Extension agent. Find the Extension office for your county at www.ndsu.edu/ agriculture/extension/county-extension-offices.

Provided by Cavalier County Health District Binge drinking involves a pattern of short but heavy bursts of alcohol use. Although drinking this much might not seem like a big deal in the moment, you may regret your choices later. Consider rethinking your relationship with alcohol.

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From the Pastor’s Desk: “2OUTRBI” No doubt you’ve seen vanity plates - those vehicle license plates with a personalized number or message.

While I’ve not had one, if the time comes to invest in a custom license plate, I may choose 2OUTRBI. It’s a baseball statistic that identifies runs batted in with two outs.

For instance, if a batter comes to the plate and his or her team already has two outs, a third out will mean the chance to score is ended, but with two outs, the team still has the oppor-

tunity to score. If that batter is able to generate additional runs, those scores are considered runs batted in with two outs.

I’m drawn to that story - the batter standing in the batter’s box is one out away from ending the inning (or perhaps the entire game). I want to whisper in his ear, “Don’t give up on the inning.” I long to inspire the hitter’s heart, “Don’t forfeit the game. You’re still able to score runs that may decide the outcome.”

The Apostle Paul found himself in life situations that had all the trappings of being down to the last out. In describing the challenges of ministry in Asia, he writes, “We were so utterly burdened beyond our strength that we despaired of life itself. Indeed, we felt that we had received the sentence of death” (2 Corinthians 1:8,9).

While a baseball illustration pales in comparison to the angst of real life despair, the fact that runs can be scored when a team is down to their last out speaks to our experience. The scripture offers encouragement when we are “burdened beyond our strength,” when we are tempted to give up the third out.

Back to chapter one of 2 Corinthians, Paul testifies that when He was down and (almost) out, God rescued him.

Later in his life, Paul reflects on God’s deliverance. He writes to his friend, Timothy, “But the Lord stood with me and gave me strength” ( 2 Timothy 4:17). Absolutely sure that life and ministry had come to an end, Paul came to rely on God. In meeting the real and present needs in Paul’s life, God’s ministry strengthens Paul’s faith to trust Him for the future. Life and ministry were not over.

While the challenges would continue, Paul expressed a renewed hope in God’s faithfulness in the days ahead.

Like Paul, God invites us to rely on Him, that we, like Paul, might testify, “On Him we have set our hope that He will deliver us again” (2 Corinthians 1:10). Are you down to your last out?

Don’t give up on this inning! Don’t

forfeit the game! Rely on God. He will stand with you and strengthen you.

In 2019, the Minnesota Twins scored approximately 38% of their runs with two outs.

Pastor Don and his wife Marla have served the Salem Bible Church congregation in Munich for just over three years. Don is Canadian-born and was raised in Billings, Montana.

Don and Marla have enjoyed over 40 years of ministry in North Dakota. He enjoys long-distance cycling. They share interests in good reading and watching local sports.

Cavalier County Senior Menu Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon

Monday, July 15 Pork Chop in Mushroom Gravy/ Boiled Potato/Creamed Corn/ Fruit Tuesday, July 16 Fish Burger/Garden Rotini Salad/ Tomato Slices/Fruit Wednesday, July 17 Ham/Scalloped Potatoes/Baked Beans/Jello with Fruit Thursday, July 18 Chicken Black Bean Enchilada Bake/Corn/Chips and Salsa/Fruit Friday, July 19 Chef Salad/Breadstick/Banana 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.

Obituaries

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Minto, N.D., and Julie (Chris) Dodd of Goodyear, Ariz.

Gorden Charles Mutcher

Funeral services were held on July 8, 2024, in Langdon, N.D., for Gorden Charles Mutcher, known affectionately as Gordy, who passed away on July 1, 2024, at the age of 85 in Grand Forks, N.D. Gordy was laid to rest in St John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Dresden, N.D. Born on November 27, 1938, in Dresden, N.D., Gordy lived a fulfilling life characterized by kindness, generosity, and humor. His early years were spent working for various farmers around his birthplace. He later moved to Grand Forks, where he embarked on a significant career in the pipefitting and welding industry. Gordy was a respected pipefitter welder with the Local 300 Pipefitter Trade and Trust of Fargo, N.D., retiring in 1997 after decades of dedicated service.

He leaves behind a loving family: his wife, Jeri; and children, Lisa Gregoire, Tammy Stoker, Amy (Jeff) Untermeyer, Dawn Storman, Brenda (Paul) Austin, Bobbie Sorlien, Jolene (Todd) Bruce, Trent (Carri) Stremick, Marie (Terry) Hashaw, Paul (Julie) Stremick, Aaron (Lana) Stremick, and Russ Stremick.

Gordy is also survived by his siblings, Myrtle (Robert) Jennings, Norma Ophaug, Grace Kaercher, and Joyce Poss, along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Allen Miller Robinson

Funeral services were held July 10, 2024, in Bathgate, N.D., for Allen Miller Robinson, also known as “Sonny” to his family and the Hamilton community, who passed away on July 4, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society facility in Larimore, N.D., surrounded by his family.

Allen was born on March 1, 1947, to Alex and Lillian (Nordstrom) Robinson in Grafton, N.D. He lived his entire life in Hamilton except for the years he served in the US Army and until moving to Minto in 2015. He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1965.

Allen married Dorothy (Moore) Robinson on January 24, 1970, in Mountain, N.D. Allen and Dorothy had two children, Shane (Nicky) Robinson of

Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com .

Allen’s family was everything to him.

He so enjoyed all the time he could spend with his kids and grandkids.

Allen loved sports, basketball, baseball, football, golf, and anything that would allow him time with his family.

He played softball with the “Rookies” and had so many fun times with those guys. Allen started golfing with Shane, and they would go many early mornings and golf together. That love of golfing also extended to his grandkids; he would take them when they were

just little and spend valuable time with them on the golf course. Through the years Allen attended hundreds of basketball, baseball, and football games to cheer on Shane, Julie, Lili, Seth, Riley, Ezra, Elijah, and Jayden.

He loved to watch them all play and was always so very proud of them all.

Over the years Allen, Dorothy, and family enjoyed many trips to see the Twins play. Always a Yankee fan, he eventually turned into a Twins fan.

The games he enjoyed the most were those played by his kids and grandkids.

The Hamilton community was always special to Allen. When he was younger, he delivered newspapers, and everyone said you would always see him with a basketball or a baseball glove riding on his bike. Allen was a member of the Hamilton Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder.

He was a member of the American Legion Post #11 of Cavalier for over 50 years. He also served on the Hamilton City Council.

Spending time with his family was the best times he had, although he enjoyed going to the casino,and he was lucky most of the time. He was always a huge fan of the Pembina County Fair at Hamilton, usually going every day for many years 66 and last year made the drive to have some fair food. He

told stories of when it was in its best years and the jobs he would get for a few days to earn money to go to the fair.

Allen is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son Shane (Nicky) Robinson; daughter Julie (Chris) Dodd; grandchildren: Lili (Jon) Schulte, Seth (Nicole Schmidt) Robinson, Riley Robinson, Ezra Robinson, Elijah Robinson, Jayden Dodd; great-grandson Joey Schulte; sisters-in-law Rita Robinson and Rose Moore; Dorothy’s siblings: Stewart (Lois) Moore, Alfred (Teresa) Moore, Tim (Sylvia) Moore, Susie (Ron) Borgen; and several nieces and nephews.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Lillian Robinson; sister Betty Nelson (2023); brother Robert (2022); great-granddaughter Jane Schulte (infant); sisters-in-law Martha Johnson and Judy Vigen; brothers-in-law: Howard Nelson, Tom Moore, Gary Johnson and Nils Vigen; nephew Chris Nelson; and Dorothy’s parents, Stewart and Ella Moore.

Allen was a kind, caring man who cherished his family and will be missed by so many.

Online guestbook available at www. askewfuneralhome.com

Joann Rollness

A graveside service was held for Joann Rollness, 81, who passed away on June 4, 2024, at St. Theresa New Hope Nursing Home in New Hope, Minn.

Joann was born on April 4, 1943, to Hans and Emma (Dahlvang) Rollness. She graduated from Walhalla High School and was later a bookkeeper in Fargo and Minneapolis for many years.

She is survived by siblings Ray (Shirley) Rollness, Norman Rollness, Verna (James) Johnson, and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents and seven siblings.

Online guestbook available at www.askewfuneralhome.com Devils Lake, North Dakota on Feb. 12, 1942 to the late Arthur W. Timian and Adella E. Perkuhn Timian. He was a faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hawkins, Texas. He was baptized at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dresden, N.D. He enjoyed hunting and working with his hands.

He was a member of Cavalier’s National Guard Unit, as well as a farmer and a trucker.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his late wives, Connie Mutcher and Sandy Morrison; and siblings, Ilene Mutcher, Idella (Leo) Petri, Doris (Jim) Balsdon, Eugene Mutcher, and Raymond (Kathy) Mutcher.

Gordy's life was marked by his proud and loving nature, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him. His legacy of warmth and laughter will be cherished by his family, friends, and community.

After coming home from his service to his country, Allen worked at American Crystal Sugar in Drayton for 39 years as a crane operator and mechanic.

He had many co-workers who became lifelong friends. Allen enjoyed their company and fun times golfing and working. He was trained in the service on the operation of a crane and continued to use that training throughout his work years. While serving in the US Army in Vietnam he was tasked with clearing areas that had been defoliated with Agent Orange. He was always grateful for his training, which allowed him to provide a good life for his family. However, over the years, his service time also took a toll on his health. In 2008 he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease.

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Vernon A. Timian

A graveside service will be held for Vernon Arthur Timian, 81, of Mineola, Texas, at Dresden Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 26. Vernon passed away on Dec. 10, 2023, in Quitman, Texas. He was born in

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Aloma L. (Vonnie) Timian; two stepsons, Marty Masters, and Randy Masters; numerous cousins; three nephews and one niece.

This is the earthly record of Vernon Timian. The heavenly record now reads: "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, that they may rest from their labors." "The blood of Jesus Christ, God's Son, cleanses us from all sin."

Walhalla Senior Meals Menu Monday, July 15 Spaghetti with Meat Sauce•Romaine Salad with Dressing•Corn•Cantaloupe• 1 WW Breadstick Tuesday, July 16 Two Tacos•Corn•Fruit• 1 WW Bread Wednesday, July 17 Country Fried Steak•Mashed Potatoes•Broccoli Normandy•Strawberries•1 WW Bread Thursday, July 18 Meatloaf•Potato Salad•Carrots•Grapes Friday, July 19 Berry Burst Chicken Salad•Mandarin Oranges•2 Crackers This is a menu for the Walhalla Title III Older Americans Act Food Program. The full cost of the meal is $10.00. Suggested donation for those 60 and older is $4.00.

EBT/SNAP accepted. Under 60 are required to pay $10.00.

Meal site is Waters Family Restaurant, 1108 Central Ave., Walhalla. Call 701-549-2443 before 10:00 a.m. to place an order for congregate, pick up, or home delivered meals.

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LANGDON 18U SOFTBALL TEAM WINS END OF YEAR TOURNAMENT

Jada Moen slides safely back to second base. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Langdon 18U Softball Team: Back row (L-R) Kaydence Wirth, Maci Witzel, Graci Witzel, Isabella Vikan, Nora Vaan Heerden, Coach Taylor Benneweis; front row Nadia Lewis, Jada Moen, Kenadee Cluchie, Lily Zimmer, Bridget Pankratz. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Graci Witzel sends a strike to a Kadence Wirth with a solid hit to the outfield gets on base.

Midway/Minto player in Crystal on Photo by Larry Stokke.

July 2. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Nora Van Heerden connects for a base hit against Midway/Minto. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Jada Moen scores a run in the Reds win over Park River on July 2 in Crystal. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Graci Witzel catching a pop fly in the Reds win over Midway/Minto. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Bridget Pankratz had a great game behind plate in the win over Park River. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Bridget Pankratz with a bunt to advance a teammate. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Jake’s Take on Sports

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor Baseball tournament time is upon us In the next few weeks, there will be several area summer baseball tournaments going on across the region. July

13 is the North Valley 12U Tourney at all three little league diamonds starting early that morning. The bracket has not been released at the time of this writing, but as many as 10 teams could be involved, including one from Langdon and one from Pembina/Walhalla. On July 14, the 8U Tournament will be in Grafton, which has as many as three teams from Langdon alone.

Also, the District 3 Babe Ruth Baseball Tournament will be held in Minto this year and has seven teams in the league. That tourney starts with a play-in game on July 17 then begins officially at Pat Mach Field on July 18.

The State B Babe Ruth Tournament is in Carrington this year July 26-30.

The District 5 American Legion Baseball Tournament will run July 22-24 at North Star Co-Op Field in Park River.

Good luck to all of our area teams!

Langdon 18U softball team wins

their end of the year tournament Congratulations go out this week to the Langdon Reds 18U girls softball team on winning the North Valley Tournament on July 2 in Crystal. The Reds did not make it easy on themselves, getting down 7-0 before making a furious comeback and winning a wild contest 14-12. This gives Langdon two champions in summer girls softball this year, in 12U and now 18U. The goal is for this success to transfer in the spring and summer seasons for years to come. Congrats to all involved.

131st Pembina County Fair is in action We also need to put out to our readers that the Pembina County Fair is rolling in Hamilton. Always billed as the longest running fair in North Dakota, it began on July 11 and contin-

ues until July 13. It is also awesome that it is a “Free Gate” fair, which means that you don’t have to pay to get in. The marquee events, as usual, are the chariot and chuckwagon races, which happen twice - on July 12 at 7:00pm and July 13 at 2:00pm. We have heard there is mounting interest to ride a chuckwagon, and hopefully that will happen next year. There is also the Mighty Thomas Carnival each day, along with more events than we can print here. Let’s not forget the fan favorite, Bessie Bingo, which is July 13 at 11:00am (if you know, you know). Please remember that July 13 is Kids Day with fun for the whole family. The weather looks great for one of the best events of the summer in our region.

We will leave you this week with a shameless plug for our band, Hard Times. We have had a member that has had some serious health issues (Gift from God on guitar), and that has made it a little difficult to confidently book gigs. We have been asked to play all over the place, including the Pembina County Fair, and hopefully we can make that work in the future.

We do have two dates ready in the week ahead, however. Hard Times will play Ribfest in Munich on July 18, and we are happy to be a part of the Musicfest weekend once again, playing on the south end of Main Street near Tom’s Lounge on July 20. Both performance times are from 5 to 8:00pm, and we will hopefully see you all come and have a good time with us.

Hard Times is coming to a town near you

“See ya!” next week!

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Post 98 Red Sox lose two close games to S-NR, Grafton

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor The Langdon Red Sox got the July portion of their season underway with a home game on July 3 versus the Sheyenne-New Rockford Black Sox then at Grafton on July 8. Post 98 lost to the Black Sox 4-3 then also were beaten in a hard-fought game, 3-0, by Grafton Post 41. The Red Sox record is now 7-6 overall and 3-2 in District 5 games.

Langdon hosted Park River on July 10 then will play at Hatton-Northwood on July 12 and at Sheyenne-New Rockford July 15. A league doubleheader that was to be versus Larimore on July 1 has been moved to July 16 in Langdon. The Red Sox have a home game over Musicfest weekend on July 19 versus MayPort at 5:00pm. Here is a recap of their two games: Sheyenne-New Rockford 4, Langdon 3 The Red Sox slowly got out to a 3-0 lead over the Black Sox. They picked up a run in the bottom of the first after Theo Romfo hit a one out double, which was later followed by a run scoring single by Landon Schneider. They added to the one run advantage when Nick Kingzett reached base on a fielder's choice, stole second and third, then came home on a Mason Romfo hit. Langdon's third run came on a double by Tyson Gemmill and Kingzett.

Cody Amble bunts the ball to advance a teammate. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Theo Romfo catches a deep fly ball against Grafton on July 8. Photo by Larry Stokke.

It looked like the Red Sox had the game sewn up, leading 3-1 in the seventh inning when S-NR rallied for three runs on four hits to take the lead then hold on to win the game.

Theo Romfo started the game for Langdon and threw four innings of shutout baseball. Jax Johnson pitched the fifth, sixth and part of the seventh and was charged for two runs, then Tyson Gemmill gave up the game winner and took the loss. Tyson Allmaras had four hits, and Lucas Yri three for S-NR. SHEYENNE-NEW ROCKFORD 4, LANGDON 3 SNR --000 010 3 -- 4 12 0 L --110 010 0 -- 3 7 1 WP -- Keaton Cudworth; LP -- Tyson Gemmill Highlights -- L: Nick Kingzett 1x3 2B RBI, Tyson Gemmill 1x3 2B, Theo Romfo 1x4 2B, Mason Romfo 1x4 RBI, Landon Schneider 1x3 RBI; SNR: Tyson Allmaras 4x4 2B 2 RBIs, Lucas Yri 3x4 2B, Easton Simon 2x4 RBI Grafton 3, Langdon 0 Hits were hard to come by when the Red Sox played at Grafton. Langdon managed just three hits in the game, two by Mason Romfo, in the loss. Still, the Sox were in the game all the way - they just didn't have many opportunities to score. Kyler Droog went the distance for Grafton, striking out 11 batters while throwing 102 pitches.

Mason Romfo puts out a Grafton player at 2nd base. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Nick Kingzett gets a base hit against Grafton. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Jax Johnson threw well for Langdon in the loss. He allowed just two earned runs, while scattering five hits. Ty Storey had two hits for Grafton 41, while two Post 41 runs were scored on Grafton errors.

GRAFTON 3, LANGDON 0 L --000 000 0 -- 0 3 4 G --000 120 X -- 3 5 0 WP -- Kyler Droog; LP -- Jax Johnson Highlights -- L: Mason Romfo 2x2, Cody Amble 1x1; G: Ty Storey 2x3, Braylon Baldwin 1x3 2 RBIs

Landon Schneider drives one into the outfield to get on first base. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Cody Amble beats the throw to get back on base. Photo by Larry Stokke.

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WALSH COUNTY GUN CLUB

Results after Week 8 | ending July 3, 2024 BROWNING LEAGUE SHOOTING 50 STRAIGHT TEAM NAME Shane Feltman JR’s Bar 53 Greg Skibicki Troftgruben Farm 52 Harriston 48 SHOOTING 25 STRAIGHT Scary Prairie Boyz 42 Jeff Dahlen Polar 31 Scott Hills Johnny Bravoz 14 Josh Lien W.D. Suda TOP 10 SHOOTERS AFTER 200 TAR- Alex Swanson GETS Nate Tallackson Matt Kuzel 194 Andy Thompson Ryan Rosinski 191 Doug Thompson Brian Troftgruben 191 Steven Thompson Kevin Dusek 190 Ashley Larson 188 REMINGTON LEAGUE Jim Dusek 184 TEAM NAME Alex Kuzel 181 Bremer 66 Ken Fischer 175 Fordville Coop 44 George Bliven 173 Magnusson 42 Andrew Dusek 173 L & M Farms 33 Ray Quibell 173 Kilmer Construction 29 Park River Dental 26 SHOOTING 50 STRAIGHT Kevin Dusek TOP 10 SHOOTERS AFTER 200 TARGETS SHOOTING 25 STRAIGHT Shane Feltman 198 Matt Kuzel John Forbes 195 Ryan Rosinski Grant Skibicki 195 Dexter Sitzer Will Magnusson 194 Greg Skibicki 194 WINCHESTER LEAGUE Tom Magnusson 193 TEAM NAME Doug Vosper 192 Thompson Spuds 55 Ordale Morstad 191 Centrol 52 Rock Desautel 190 Tallackson Farm 49 David Morstad 189 Olson Oil 45 Glenn Morstad 189 Simplot 34 Matt Beneda 188 Jim’s Super Valu 5 Mike Forester 187 Todd Gullickson 187 TOP 10 SHOOTERS AFTER 200 TAR- Richie Schumacher 187 GETS Billy Thompson 199 SHOOTING 100 STRAIGHT Alex Swanson 198 Shane Feltman W.D. Suda 197 Alex Swanson 196 SHOOTING 50 STRAIGHT Andy Thompson 195 John Forbes Steven Thompson 195 Richie Schumacher Shane Feltman 194 Greg Skibicki 194 SHOOTING 25 STRAIGHT Wade Thompson 193 Nic Beneda Tom McCann 192 Rock Desautel Jordan Herman SHOOTING 175 STRAIGHT Billy Thompson SHOOTING 100 STRAIGHT Alex Swanson SHOOTING 75 STRAIGHT Nate Tallackson Wade Thompson

Chris Morstad Ordahl Morstad Grant Skibicki Greg Skibicki Doug Vosper FEDERAL LEAGUE TEAM NAME Extra End 49 Reallys 47 Dakota Firearms 45

Vets 41 VBHDC 38 GLD 19 TOP 10 SHOOTERS AFTER 200 TARGETS Pat Bosh 196 W.D. Suda 194 Braedon Weimer 194 Harold Weimer 193 Lynn Miller 190

Seth Suda 190 Rod Howatt 189 Gavin Kirkeby 188 Mark Robertson 188 David Morstad 183 Harold Weimer 183 SHOOTING 25 STRAIGHT Mark Robertson W.D. Suda Braedon Weimer

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North Dakota Growth Fund a ‘capital multiplier’ for local entrepreneurs $89 million of $600 million in local Legacy Fund investment rolled out so far

By Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Association Bismarck-based Bryce Wuori had long seen a need in the road construction industry for better tools to increase efficiency at the on-the-ground crew level.

Software programs had been available for planning an asphalt project, but on-site crews would often just wing it, he said, leading to lost time and lost profit.

Equipment needs, compliance requirements, weather variables, and production targets were often not factored in at that level until problems arose, he said.

“It was always reactive,” Wuori said.

“We’ll do something until it works and have to change it.”

In 2017, Wuori and his team began developing a software system that looked at all those variables at the ground level to help crews better manage projects, but which never got a lot of traction.

“I knew we had something that was really cool, but we didn’t know anything about building a software company, what it entails,” he said. “I spent probably a good year banging my head against the wall.”

His idea for what has become the Pavewise software system could have floundered and gone nowhere.

Instead, he was able to learn how to build that business, pitch to venture capitalists, and attract investors after going through an entrepreneurship accelerator program in North Dakota

hosted by Gener8tor in 2023.

Since that boost forward, the Pavewise management system and the GroundTruth weather data gathering tool have started being used at projects across the state and country.

A helping step up That boost likely wouldn’t have happened or taken a lot longer if not for participating in the Gener8tor program, he said.

Gener8tor, along with Lewis and Clark Agrifood Fund, Badlands Equity Fund, Longwater Opportunities, and Homegrown Capital Fund are the first cohort of investment vehicles chosen by the local office of Chicago-based 50 South Capital to spearhead investment into North Dakota companies.

These are the seeds of a program planted in 2021 by the state legislature to commit a portion of the state’s Legacy Fund directly to in-state investment.

The idea is that $600 million will go to the program through 2030. So far, $89 million has been committed to those five funds and to four other direct co-investments, with around $44 million fully deployed, according to Kodee Furst, Dickinson-based local director for 50 South Capital.

Besides those fund investments, the Growth Fund has direct co-investments in four companies in the state – Bushel, Edgewood Healthcare, Midland Garage Door and Crusoe Energy Systems, so far.

Pavewise’s weather data gathering device GroundTruth in use at a construction site in Bismarck in 2024. Photo provided by Byrce Wuori.

Of the funds, Lewis and Clark Agri-

food has invested in Bushel, Longwater into Midland Garage Door, and Gener8tor into several companies, mostly through the accelerator program.

The initial Gener8tor program is a seven-week intensive experience for founders like Wuori, who meet with over two dozen mentors and around the same

Suhas Narayanaswamy of Lewis and Clark AgriFood (left) in discussion with moderator Jennifer Marston of Ag Funder at a panel on innovations that will impact agribusiness in the future hosted by Bushel in Fargo in June. Patrick Honcoop (right), CEO of Ag-Tech Pro, and Jake Joraanstad (far right) listen in.

number of potential investors, Furst said. Those going to the next phase go through a twelve-week accelerator, get $100,000 and meet with triple the number of mentors and investors.

“That helped us tremendously,” Wuori said. “We found our lead investor, we found other investors. I think back, and if I wouldn’t have gone to the first event, I don’t even know if we’d be a company right now. I don’t think I would have ever figured it out myself.”

So far 14 companies in the state have seen some of those investment dollars directly, while over 30 have been impacted by the Growth Fund through Gener8tor’s programs, Furst said.

There has been some concern among people watching the Legacy Fund about whether these investments will all go to companies in the state.

Furst said that the Growth Fund’s

investment policy statement makes clear that all capital put into the program has to go back to North Dakota companies.

“The diligence is disciplined and thorough to put it mildly,” she said.

Furst said the fund is really focused on ag tech, UAS tech, and the energy sector, and what the drivers of the state economy will be going forward.

One focus is also to ensure investments are made across the state, so that they aren’t all going to major cities like Fargo.

“I’m a class B kid from western North Dakota, I know what an oil rig looks like, and so for us what has been impactful is it is not just industry diversification and strategy diversification, but also geographic diversification,” Furst said.

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FARMLAND FOR SALE PERRY TOWNSHIP CAVALIER COUNTY

The following described parcel of land will be offered for sale: The West Half of the Northeast Quarter (W½NE¼), Section Eleven (11), Township One Hundred Sixty North (160N), Range Sixty West (60W) of the Fifth Principal Meridian, in Cavalier County, North Dakota. (FSA Tillable Acres 79.42) BIDS & DEADLINE: Written bids will be accepted for the sale of the above-described land until 11:00 a.m. on July 19, 2024. Bids must be for the total parcel price, not on a per acre basis. The envelope containing a bid must be marked “Land Sale Bid” and directed to: Quentin Bruce Wenzel, P.C. 908 3rd Street Langdon, ND 58249 TERMS OF SALE: Bids will be opened at 11:00 a.m., on July 19, 2024, in the North Meeting Room at the Cavalier County Courthouse located in Langdon, North Dakota. All bidders submitting written bids may be present at that time and may raise their bids orally, if they so desire. The terms of the sale are cash. A 10% earnest money deposit will be required of the successful bidder on the date of the sale, with the remaining balance due in full in 30 days. Seller will provide an abstract and clear title. The Seller reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

POSSESSION: Possession of the premises will be granted immediately following the harvest of this year’s crop.

INFORMATION: For further information, contact Quentin Wenzel, Quentin Bruce Wenzel, P.C., 908 Third Street, Langdon, ND 58249. Phone: 701256-3717. Email address: quentin. wenzel@utma.com.

BID PACKAGE: A Bid Package containing soil information, past yields and FSA maps is available at the office of Quentin Bruce Wenzel, P.C. located at 908 3rd Street, Langdon ND 58249. Bid Packages can be emailed as well upon request.

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HHS continues to roll out enhancements to the state’s child care assistance program, benefiting both parents and child care providers BISMARCK, N.D. - North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) on Tuesday announced that child care providers and parents will begin to experience additional enhancements to the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) this month.

Recent enhancements include: •A reduced copay amount for most parents •An increase in the maximum amount that CCAP will pay a child care provider for services •A new bonus for child care providers who care for infants and toddlers enrolled in CCAP “To address North Dakota’s child care needs, we are continuously exploring ways to utilize existing infrastructure to help address high priority needs,” Economic Assistance Director Michele Gee said. “Since the beginning of the North Dakota Child Care Initiative, HHS has made several high impact improvements to CCAP both to improve affordability for working families and to support the financial health of child care businesses.”

Other enhancements to the state’s CCAP that have been im-

plemented include: •The Child Care Workforce Benefit •Extending the 12-month eligibility period to 18 months •Quality-based bonuses for child care providers In addition to the program enhancements, HHS has also launched a new tool for parents to easily calculate their co-pay amount. Parents can access the calculator at hhsnd.site/ ccap-copay.

Parents can find more information about CCAP including eligibility requirements and how to apply at hhs. nd.gov/ccap. Child care provider information about CCAP can be found at hhs.nd.gov/ccap-providers.

In 2023, Gov. Doug Burgum signed House Bill 1540, which allocated nearly $66 million of state funds to work alongside federal funds for the ND Child Care Initiative. The objective of the initiative is to alleviate one of the state’s major barriers to workforce participation, child care. To address the state’s workforce needs, the initiative focuses on three key elements of the child care workforce barrier: availability, affordability and quality.

WATCHABLE WILDLIFE PHOTO CONTEST IS OPEN FOR ENTRIES North Dakota Game and Fish Department

Photographers interested in sending photos for the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s Watchable Wildlife Photo Contest must follow guidelines for submitting their work.

Photographers should go to the Game and Fish Department’s website at gf.nd.gov/wildlife/watchable-photo-contest. Then it is a matter of providing some pertinent information about the photo and uploading it.

Doing so helps both with ease of submitting photos for the photographer and managing those images for department staff.

The contest is open and the deadline for submitting photos is Oct. 1.

For more information or questions, contact Patrick Isakson, department

conservation biologist, at pisakson@ nd.gov.

The contest has categories for nongame and game species, as well as plants/insects. An overall winning photograph will be chosen with the number of place winners in each category determined by the number of qualified entries.

Contestants are limited to no more than five entries. Photos must have been taken in North Dakota.

By submitting an entry, photographers grant permission to Game and Fish to publish winning photographs in North Dakota OUTDOORS, on the department’s website and social media channels.

Addressing these elements will make it easier for parents and guardians to work, provide for their families and strengthen local businesses and their communities. Learn more about the

initiative at hhs.nd.gov/nd-childcare-initiative.

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Devils Lake Sea Monster No lake in North Dakota reflects more mystery than Devils Lake. With waters 25 miles long and five miles wide, Devils Lake is massive and it keeps growing. The Indian name for Devils Lake was “Minnewaukan,” meaning “mysterious water.”

The salty, brackish water overflows with legends of sea monsters. Ancient native lore told of a “strange monster” that inhabited the lake’s middle island and devoured those who ventured near. Later Native Americans told of battles between the Dakota and the Ojibwe tribes and how the sea serpent swallowed a whole army of Dakota warriors to avenge slain Ojibwas after a territorial battle.

When the Great Northern Railway connected Devils Lake to the tourist trade in 1883, savvy town boosters resurrected the old sea monster legends to attract visitors. In 1894, news reports told of a group of picnickers from Larimore traumatized by sighting an amphibious serpent along the Devils Lake shore.

On this date in 1908, a Grand Forks Herald headline revived the legendary monster with a banner headline: “Monster Serpent in Devils Lake; Another Story of a Terrible Sea Serpent . . . Probably the Same One That Indian[s] Saw.” Tourists described “a large fish, only larger,” about 12 feet long, and black as pitch, with “sharp horns projecting from both sides of the serpent’s head.” Confused accounts arose be-

cause those who viewed it were reportedly “thrown into a fit and ran wild in horror of this fearful beast as it shot half of its body out of the water and then sank out of sight.”

The scary tale harkened back to old Indian legends and no doubt stirred interest in Devils Lake as a tourist destination. After all, Loch Ness Monster stories attracted visitors to Scotland. Maybe “Nessie” had a cousin in Devils Lake?

Interestingly, a commentary about Devils Lake in the Federal Writers Guide for North Dakota, written in the 1930s, noted that the waters of the lake, under the right atmospheric conditions, could “throw off a vapor through which birds swimming on the surface can be seen from a distance – highly magnified.” The magnified images could look like ships – or maybe even sea monsters – in the mysterious waters of North Dakota’s largest natural lake.

Dakota Datebook is written by Dr. Steve Hoffbeck, History Department, MSU Moorhead “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.

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HHS awards grant funds to initiatives focused on N.D. health priorities BISMARCK, N.D. - North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) on Monday announced awardees for the Statewide Health Strategies Grant funding to 23 projects across the state with the goal of building North Dakota’s capacity to become the healthiest state in the nation.

State lawmakers approved $3 million in matching statewide health strategies funding to support local projects aligning with State Health Improvement Plan priorities. Public, private and nonprofit organizations, Tribal Nations, local political subdivisions and other entities working towards

community health improvement were eligible to apply.

HHS received 40 applications for a wide variety of projects addressing one or more of the State Health Improvement Plan’s four key priority areas: expanding access and connection, cultivating wellness, building community resilience and strengthening workforce.

“We acknowledge and appreciate the entities that applied, and we remain grateful to the legislature for funding this innovative initiative to partner with communities and address health

priorities in a cohesive and strategic manner,” said State Health Officer Dr. Nizar Wehbi. “We congratulate the grantees and look forward to working with them.”

The entities funded include multiple local public health units, nonprofit organizations and health and human service providers. Projects serve North Dakotans from almost all areas of the state.

Some entities submitted applications for multiple projects, and all applicants were required to secure matching funds. The Community Health

Trust Fund is the source of state funds.

Entities funded include: •Altru Health System •Cavalier County Health District •ConnectUs Therapy •Emmons County Public Health •Family HealthCare •First District Health Unit •Friends of the Children Fargo-Moorhead •House Calls •Kidder County District Health Unit •Presentation Partners in Housing •Rolette County Public Health District •Southeastern North Dakota Com-

munity Action Agency •Upper Missouri District Health Unit •USpire ND •Western Wellness Foundation •Women Empowering Women HHS continues to encourage connections and collaboration with entities across the state whose work focuses on better health and well-being.

For more details about the Statewide Health Strategies Grant program, including grant requirements, visit www.hhs.nd.gov/health/public-health-funding-oppor tunities/ north-dakota-statewide-health-strategies-grant.

State guidance on artificial intelligence helps teachers, students, according to Baesler BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler said new state guidance about artificial intelligence has been designed to help local schools develop their own AI policies and help teachers and administrators work more efficiently.

The information, which has been posted on the Department of Public Instruction’s website, was compiled by a group of educators drawn from North Dakota schools, the NDDPI, the Department of Career and Technical Education, and state information technology agencies.

Baesler said implementing AI, or any other instructional tool, requires planning and alignment with existing edu-

cational priorities, goals, and values.

Humans should always control how AI is used and review any AI output for errors, she said. An abbreviated description of the process is Human-Technology-Human.

“We must emphasize keeping the main thing the main thing, and that is to prepare our young learners for their next challenges and goals,” Baesler said.

Steve Snow and Kelsie Seiler, who work in the NDDPI Office of School Approval and Opportunity, said guidance information was drawn from other state agency education agencies and technology websites, such as Code.

org and TeachAI.org. It took about eight months to gather and develop the material.

“We had a team that looked at guidance from other states, and we pulled pieces from different places and actually built guidance tailored for North Dakota students,” Snow said.

Seiler noted that AI is best at data analysis, predictive analytics – which examines past behavior to predict future actions – and automating repetitive tasks. It is not good at emotional intelligence, interdisciplinary research and problem solving, or inventive concepts.

Snow added that one possible use of AI for teachers is to design lesson plans that align with North Dakota’s academic content standards. This can be done quickly, and plans can be changed to accommodate students who may not have initially grasped the material. AI can ease the task “You have so many resources (teachers) can use that are going to make your life so much easier,” Snow said.

“I want the teachers, administration and staff to get comfortable with using (AI), so they’re a little more comfortable when they talk to kids about it.”

Seiler also pointed out that the NDDPI

guidance is not a “how-to” manual for using AI but provides general suggestions on how to develop local policies to take advantage of it in ways that make families, students and teachers comfortable.

“Our guidance is meant to provide some tools to the school administration and say, ‘Here are some things to think about when you implement your own AI guidance,’” Snow said.

“For instance, do you have the infrastructure to support (AI)? Do you have a professional development plan so your teachers can understand it? Do you have governance in place that says what AI can and can’t be used for?”

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Views from the Borderland - Pembina Gorge Annual Brick Mine Motor Climb hosted

Photos by Larry Stokke.

Presented by Champion Seed

Pro Mod Position/Bike #/Name/City/State/Best Time 1. 895/Logan Cipala/Ellsworth,WI/ 20.637 2. 64/Payton Reimers/Billings, MT/ 21.958 3. 110/Dexter Hoenhause/Lisbon, ND/ 23.470 4. 103/Ryan Wyatt/Rocky View, AB/ 23.705 5. 914/Luke Cipala/Ellsworth, WI/ 23.834 6. 594/Chad Jelinek/Forest River, ND/ 682' 7. 390/Jay Jelinek/Fordville, ND/ 681' 8. 122/ Robert Bergner/ Fannystelle, MB/ 678' 9. 149/ Mitchell Dahl/ Hannaford, ND/ 674' 10. 493/ Lee Jelinek/ Pisek, ND/ 673' Pro Stock (Moto 1) Position/Bike #/Name/City/State/Best Time/Points 1. 110/ Dexter Hoenhause/ Lisbon, ND/ 20.768/ 10 2. 23/ McCoy Molzahn/ Worland, WY/ 20.776/ 9 3. 941/ Nathan Prebe/ Cannon Falls, MN/ 21.108/ 8 4. 64/ Payton Reimers/ Billings, MT/ 21.267/ 7 5. 103/ Ryan Wyatt/ Rocky View, AB/ 21.501/ 6 6. 566/ Tristan Alexander/ Laurel, MT/ 22.199/ 5 7. 444/ Colten Landwer/ Mankato, MN/ 22.495/ 4 8. 122/ Robert Bergner/ Fanneystelle, MB/ 22.711/ 3 9. 390/ Jay Jelinek/ Fordville, ND/ 24.050/ 2 10. 100/ Jack Maki/ Oak Grove, MN/ 24.215/ 1

Sam Miller of Fordville, N.D.

Shawn Jelinek of Pisek, N.D.

Verticross (Moto 1) Position/Bike #/Name/City/State/Best Time/Points 1. 149/ Mitchell Dahl/ Hannaford, ND/ 10 2. 594/ Chad Jelinek/ Forest River, ND/ 9 3. 566/ Tristan Alexander/ Laurel, MT/ 8 4. 103/ Ryan Wyatt/ Rocky View, AB/ 7 5. 122/ Robert Bergner/ Fanneystelle, MB/ 6 6. 100/ Jack Maki/ Oak Grove, MN/ 6 7. 941/ Nathan Prebe/ Cannon Falls, MN/ 6 8. 64/ Payton Reimers/ Billings, MT/ 6 Pro Open (Moto 2) Position/Bike #/Name/City/State/Best Time/Points 1. 895/ Logan Cipala/ Ellsworth, WI/ 17.476/ 20 2. 566/ Tristan Alexander/ Laurel, MT/ 17.879/ 19 3. 64/ Payton Reimers/ Billings. MT/ 18.728/ 18 4. 94/ Nathan Prebe/ Cannon Falls, MN/ 19.067/ 17 5. 149/ Mitchell Dahl/ Hannaford, ND/ 19.405/ 16 6. 390/ Jay Jelinek/ Fordville, ND/ 19.417/ 15 7. 594/ Chad Jelinek/ Forest River, ND/ 19.515/ 14 8. 444/ Colten Landwer/ Mankato, MN/ 19.777/ 13 9. 110/ Dexter Hoenhause/ Lisbon, ND/ 19.835/ 12 10. 3/ Braiden Henry/ Mankato, MN/ 20.156/ 11

Jay Jelinek of Fordville, N.D.

Blake Hannesson of Cavalier, N.D.

Overall Event Points Position/Bike #/Name/City/State/Best Time/Points 1. 566/ Tristan Alexander/ Laurel, MT/ 32 2. 64/ Payton Reimers/ Billings, MT/ 31 3. 941/ Nathan Prebe/ Cannon Falls, MN/ 31 4. 110/ Dexter Hoenhause/ Lisbon, ND/ 37 5. 149/ Mitchell Dahl/ Hannaford, ND/ 26 6. 594/ Chad Jelinek/ Forest River, ND/ 23 7. 390/ Jay Jelinek/ Fordville, ND/ 22 8. 444/ Colten Landwer/ Mankato, MN/ 22 9. 103/ Ryan Wyatt/ Rocky View, AB/ 21 10. 895/ Logan Cipala/ Ellsworth, WI/ 20 Brad Berg of Fingal N.D.

Ryan Wyatt of Rocky View, Alberta, Canada.

Todd Cipala of Ellsworth, WI, trails behind Cody Chyle of Pisek, N.D.

Chad Jelinek of Forest River, N.D.

Luke Cipala of Ellsworth W.I. (left) and Cody McLean of Culbertson M.T.