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Friday, May 19, 2023

Volume 2, Number 19

Cavalier County plans summer road projects

By Jake Kulland and Nick Vorlage

The days are warming up, and as any motorist can tell you, that means road construction season is just about here. Those traveling in and around Cavalier County can expect some road work this summer.

Opinion: One-on-one with the mayor of Munich, Pg. A5

Cavalier County hires new sheriff’s deputy

Cavalier County Commissioner Greg Goodman said coming out the long winter, the roads fared much better than what many were fearing.

“We’ve had a few washouts here and there. We’ve had a few culverts that have been undermined, but generally speaking, it turned out much, much better than what we thought we were going to be dealing with when we were sitting here back in early April,” Goodman said.

Larry’s Lens: It’s finally spring., Pg. A12

Despite this, Goodman said the county does have a series of road construction plans ahead for this summer. One large maintenance project will be occurring north of Langdon.

Dawson Biby joined the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office as a deputy this week. Biby is from Munich and graduated from Munich High School. He attended Lake Region State College and received an Associate of Science Degree and attended the Peace Officer Training Academy there as well.

“We’re doing a chip seal project on County Road 55, which extends from Highway 1 to just about to Vang where it turns over to gravel,” Goodman said.

Another larger project will be in the first half of summer and could impact those who plan on visiting Mt. Carmel Dam.

Sports: In the swing of spring golf meet held in Cavalier, Pg. B1

“We will be doing a three-inch lift and work on the Mt. Carmel Dam road,” Goodman said. “There will be some structural things that we’re going to try to fix.”

Photo by Sarah Hinnenkamp.

That project started on Tuesday, May 16 and was expected to take only a few days.

Other lift projects across the county on highly traveled roads are also being planned.

“One, for example, would be County Road 39 north of Osnabrock that runs from Highway 5 to the north. We’ll be doing a three-inch lift on that,” Good-

man said. “We’re not just going to go out and scatter a little bit of gravel.

We’re going to go out and make that road look good and put a nice crown on it.”

Alongside these, Goodman says a bridge replacement will be occurring on County Road 45 south of Milton, but an estimated timeline for the project was not available.

Biby has work experience as a farm hand and worked at the Ramsey County Courthouse handling curfew checks and drug tests. Biby felt like this would be the right career path for him because he will be given the opportunity to help people every day.

He is most looking forward to helping people and continuing to learn and build his skill set as a deputy.

Biby said to his new job he will bring his hard work ethic and knowledge of the county he gained while growing up here. He looks forward to serving the public and getting to know the people of the county’s communities.

Pembina County North wrestling coach Clean Up Week returns to Langdon

By Borderland Press Staff named Cavalier athletic director The City of Langdon is bringing back Wood

By Jeremy Ratliff

Mitch Greenwood is Cavalier’s newest athletic director. Greenwood will assume his duties over the summer in time for the fall sports season.

football coach.

He has coached for eight years, including serving as Greenwood’s assistant coach the last two years.

“The position opened up, and it’s something that I’ve been interested in. I have a master’s degree in school leadership, so I’ve wanted to move into a leadership position. This was a way for me to get my foot in the door for an administrative-type level position,” Greenwood said. “It was something I applied for, and when the position was offered to me, it was something I talked about with my wife. We decided that this would be a good move for our family and a good professional move for me.”

“That was something that made the decision easier is that I’m going to leave the football program in good hands. It’s something I care about,” Greenwood said.

“As a former player here in Cavalier playing for the Tornadoes back in 2002 when we won a state championship, the pride of the football team is something that I have a lot of, so I wanted to make sure it was in good hands when I left.”

He will step down as head football coach in Cavalier but will remain head coach for the Pembina County North wrestling program. He also coaches boys golf in Cavalier.

“That’s a lot on anybody’s plate to begin with, so to add the role of athletic director, I don’t think it would have been possible to do all of that, and the school was very understanding of that, and they worked with me to let me choose what I wanted to give up, and ultimately when it came down to make the decision, it was what I decided on, so I stepped down be coaching that in the fall.” from the football position and will not Brady Laxdal will take over as the head

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clean up week. It will be Monday, June 12 through Saturday, June 17 for households within city limits. Contractors and businesses will not be included.

City commissioners began discussing the idea of clean up week at their regular meeting on April 10.

“I’ve had a couple people ask me about clean up week, and I’d like to get back to curbside spring clean up,” said Darin Kaercher, city commissioner.

“I’ve gotten feedback that people want it back,” added Lawrence Henry, city commissioner.

Tom Beauchamp, Langdon Sanitation supervisor said it had been 10 to 15 years since the city had curbside clean up.

For this year’s clean up event, residents have two options to dispose of their waste: Option 1: Residents may bring items to the Transfer Station during regular hours June 12 to 17. Regular hours are Monday and Friday - 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 Noon. The Transfer Station is closed on Tuesday and Thursday.

Here are examples of what can be disposed of free of charge: Larger items Appliances Furniture Carpet Mattresses Metal

Limit one pickup load per household for the week.

There will be a charge for the following wastes: All e-waste and electronics Light ballasts Tires Oil filters Fluorescent bulbs (unbroken) No hazardous wastes will be accepted.

Option 2: Residents may have waste picked up by the city on Tuesday, June 13. Set out items where your regular garbage is picked up by 8 a.m.

Items picked up free of charge: Carpet Grills Mattresses Wood Metal Appliances Furniture Items not collected: All e-Waste and electronics Tires Microwaves Fluorescent bulbs Light ballasts Oil filters Hazardous wastes Paints Each household will be allowed one pickup load for free. Any more than that will be charged.

Questions? Call Tom at 701-3701421.

News

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News Briefs

From The Borderland News Center Deputy’s case moved to federal court The case against former Ramsey County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Hull has been moved to federal court. Hull was arrested in January after being found to be in possession of child pornography. Because of this move, state charges against Hull have been dismissed.

Roads reopen after flooding After weeks of being closed due to rising flood waters, on Monday, May 8, the Minnesota Department of Transportation announced Highway 175 west of Hallock as well as Highway 220 from Highway 11 to Marshall County Road 5 have reopened.

Highways near Oslo, including Highway 317 to the ND border, remained closed at press time. People caught by officials trying to traverse closed roads risk receiving a fine of $1,000 and/or spending 90 days in jail.

Grants benefit area communities Thirteen school districts across North Dakota will be sharing part of over $5.9 million in grants through the Bipartisan Better Communities Act. Devils Lake, Drayton, Grafton, Grand Forks, Midway, and St. John were all named as recipients.

Burgum signs House Bill 1522 into law On Monday, May 8, Gov. Burgum signed into law House Bill 1522, which prohibits K-12 students from using restrooms that correspond to their gender identity if it differs from their gender at birth. Schools will, however, be permitted to assign accommodations exclusively for transgender students. Schools will also not be allowed to prohibit gender pronouns. Lobbyists from the ACLU con-

demned these latest signings, calling them discriminatory.

N.D. governor signs remaining bills On Tuesday, May 9, Gov. Burgum completed signing the remaining bills left after the North Dakota legislature adjourned on April 30. Out of 590 bills which made it to his desk, Burgum approved 583, vetoed six completely and partially vetoed the Office of Management and Budget Appropriations bill.

Grand Forks software company gets investment The North Dakota Dept. of Commerce announced on Tuesday that the Grand Forks-based company, Thread, will be the recipient of a $2.5 million investment through Wonder Fund North Dakota. The company’s main focus is software used with unmanned aerial systems and robotics and has experience working with clients in energy industries. It has also recently partnered with the Grand Forks Air Force Base in developing surveillance software.

911 service disrupted last week Investigations continue after a large swath of 911 services in eastern North Dakota were disrupted last week. The outage was first reported Tuesday morning, May 9, with people using landline and mobile devices using 911 having their calls being dropped on being notified all circuits were busy. The outage issues were largely resolved by 1:00 p.m. the same day. A cause for this extended and widespread outage has not been determined, but phone companies report they are hoping to pinpoint the cause to avoid similar disruptions in the future.

Armstrong involved in investigation into Biden family

By Nick Vorlage

A North Dakota Congressman is directly involved in an investigation into President Biden’s family.

In Washington DC, the federal Oversight Committee is looking into income made by President Biden’s family. Congressmen Kelly Armstrong (R-ND), who previously served as a criminal defense attorney, serves on the committee and explains what is going on.

“At least nine members of the Biden family have made millions of dollars over the course of the last 10, 12 years and there doesn’t seem to be any discernible actual business that they were engaged in,” Armstrong said.

Armstrong said President Biden is not currently included in the group of nine family members in question, but add-

ed, “There’s a blank Biden account that we don’t know what it is yet.”

Armstrong clarified that while no illegality has been found in these payments, there are numerous questions the committee wants answers for.

“There’s all these shell corporations and all this money moving around and nobody really knows what it’s for,” he said.

Armstrong said while he realizes some may want to come to a quick conclusion, investigations will most likely be continuing for some time.

“You know one of the biggest criticisms I get on the right is ‘this isn’t going fast enough’,” Armstrong said.

“And you can do it right or you can do it fast, you can’t do it both ways.”

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Health and Human Services focuses on prevention, health and well-being as state moves past pandemic BISMARCK, N.D. – With the end of the federal COVID-19 public health emergency today, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) reminds North Dakotans about health priorities, early intervention and prevention, and the programs and services that are available to support health and well-being.

“In order to become the healthiest state in the nation, we are encouraging North Dakotans to get back to the basics, using health strategies that work to maintain and improve health and well-being, prevent disease and illness, and promote early diagnosis and treatment,” said State Health Officer Dr. Nizar Wehbi. “These include making time for annual checkups with your health care provider, getting preventive health screenings and standard immunizations and adopting healthy lifestyles and behaviors such as exercising more, eating healthier meals, getting good sleep, avoiding or seeking help to stop misuse of tobacco and other substances, and seeking support and treatment for behavioral health needs.”

Wehbi said the most significant health concerns impacting North Dakotans include heart disease, diabetes, obe-

sity, cancers, declining childhood immunization rates, substance use disorder, untreated mental health needs and deaths by suicide.

The pandemic and public health emergency transformed the way the department provided some services.

Some changes were temporary, and others may continue to be used to better serve North Dakotans, especially those living in more rural areas.

Medicaid, for example, continues to pay for services provided by telehealth, including 1915(i) supports and services and behavioral health assessments, counseling and therapy. To support quality care and services, developmental disability service providers and other providers will continue to use online training and professional development modules but will also resume in-person first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) staff training.

Senior nutrition program meal participants will still be able to access the popular grab-and-go meals in addition to in-person dining and home-delivered meals. This pandemic-related change has increased participation in the meal program, benefitting the health of thousands of older North

Dakotans.

While pandemic-era initiatives, such as Medicaid continuous eligibility, have ended or are ending, safety net services and crisis help remain available. HHS, the human service zones and other partners, continue to connect people to help through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Women Infants and Children (WIC), heating and cooling assistance, child care assistance, Women’s Way breast and cervical cancer screening, Medicaid, children’s special health services, and other long-standing services and support.

Individuals in crisis or others who are concerned about a loved one in crisis are encouraged to call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org/chat.

Individuals struggling financially are encouraged to learn about available assistance with food, heating, child care costs and health care coverage at hhs.nd.gov/applyforhelp or through the Customer Support Center at (866) 614-6005, or 711 (TTY).

HHS encourages North Dakotans to visit hhs.nd.gov to learn more about programs or services.

Parents are reminded to make sure children are ready for the 2023-24 school year with immunizations BISMARCK, N.D. – As another school year wraps up and families are planning for summer, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reminding parents and caregivers to make sure their children are current on immunizations. Many pediatric and family practice clinics throughout the state are already booking wellness and physical activity appointments into the next few months. Making an appointment now ensures that your child is ready for the upcoming school year.

Families should consult with their primary care provider or local public health unit to see if their children are up to date on recommended immunizations. Children enrolled in North Dakota Medicaid can receive immunizations during their annual Health Tracks/Well-Child visits.

For school-required vaccines, most children will need the following by school entry: Kindergarten (4-6 years old) Hepatitis B: three doses Polio: four doses DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis): five doses MMR (measles, mumps and rubella): two doses Varicella (chickenpox): two doses 7th Grade (11-12 years old) Tdap (tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis): one dose Meningococcal Conjugate (MCV4, MenACWY): one dose 11th Grade (16 years old) Meningococcal Conjugate

(MCV4,

MenACWY): second dose North Dakota school immunization rates have been dropping in recent years. This is due to the COVID-19 pandemic but can also be attributed to an increase in non-medical exemptions and non-compliance. During the 2022-23 school year, statewide kindergarten immunization rates were 91.62% for DTaP, 91.76% for polio, 93.53% for hepatitis B, 91.83% for MMR and 91.29% for chickenpox.

Personal belief exemption rates are at 3.16% and religious exemptions are at 1.65%. Immunization rates vary by

county and school. Low immunization rates may lead to vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks in schools, unnecessary illnesses and missed days of learning.

“Measles is highly contagious,” said Danni Pinnick, HHS Immunization Surveillance Coordinator. “Nine in 10 people who are not fully vaccinated become infected when they are exposed to the virus.”

To learn more about ND Medicaid Health Tracks benefit, visit https:// www.hhs.nd.gov/health-tracks.

Agriculture

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Make sure trees, shrubs are winter hardy before purchasing

By North Dakota Department of Agriculture BISMARCK – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring is encouraging homeowners to research products before buying and planting nursery stock for their property.

Supreme Court upholds Prop 12 – The Supreme Court has upheld California’s Proposition 12 on a split vote of 5-4. Prop 12 prevents the sale of meat products that don’t abide by California’s strict animal housing standards. The National Pork Producers Council and American Farm Bureau Federation argued the law interferes with interstate commerce. NDFB President Daryl Lies is disappointed in the High Court’s decision. “It’s disappointing how one state can dictate how the rest of the nation is going to raise their food.” Lies doesn’t think this issue is dead yet. “All I do know is if we start allowing states to dictate how food is produced, we’re looking at a drastic increase in the cost of food for American people.”

I-BAND asks for checkoff transparency – Sixty-one organizations sent a letter to congressional agriculture committee leadership seeking checkoff reform. Independent Beef Association of North Dakota President Frank Tomac says the promotion and research program needs to be more transparent with beef producers. In Tomac’s view, the average cow/calf producer isn’t seeing a return from

checkoff dollars. “Everybody should pay for promotion of their product, but the cow/calf producers aren’t seeing the return of investment. It’s staying with the packers.”

Combine & tractor sales continue to grow – According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, combine sales in the United States and Canada continue to grow while tractor unit sales fell below the fiveyear average. Total U.S. ag tractor sales decreased 16 percent in April with unit sales in the 4 wheel-drive farm tractor segment increasing 54.1 percent. U.S. self-propelled combine sales grew just over 23 percent for April.

AgriBank reports 1Q financials – AgriBank is reporting first quarter net income of $207 million. That’s up from $181 million the same quarter last year. Loan volume is over $134 billion, an increase of $580 million from the most recent quarter. While working capital on the farm is expected to decline this year, AgriBank said many farmers are still dealing with favorable working capital. AgriBank serves 15 states, including Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.

Northern Agriculture Snips Bailey Reiser, NDSU Extension Cavalier County

What a crazy shift of weather it has been! They meant it quite literally with the saying “rain showers bring May flowers!” I feel like it was just winter, and then, boom, it’s gardening and planting season. The last two weeks have brought the business of spring along with horticulture calls, crop calls, updates, and visits. The greenhouses are bustling with excited gardeners. There are lots of flowers around town being planted along with garden preparations. The farmers are busy farming away with spring’s work as well.

Planting is underway for most farmers between last week and this week.

Wheat, peas, corn, and soybeans are being planted throughout the county now, along with some working the fields. The soil is in pretty great condition with some of the lower spots still wet, but the water seems to be receding, soaking in, or running off nicely. Higher elevations are dry but have retained some of the moisture from the spring snowmelt. Ground temperatures look good across the board with the range of 54˚F to 58˚ F. There is rain forecasted, which will help replenish the higher ground soil moisture as we wait for the lower areas to dry up. This will even out over-

all soil moisture. With planting already begun, most are chipping away on fields that are ready, but others are waiting for the fields that are not quite ready, depending on location within the county. We still have a great window for this planting season. It is exciting to see farmers in the fields and to have a bit of a normal spring plant!

The average temperatures lately have been favorable with an average of 72˚F throughout the county - some days reaching around 80˚F. Some areas received rain and hail last week

by Milton and Osnabrock. A rough estimate of 0.3” of rain fell through the area.

Miranda Meehan, Ph.D., Ext. Livestock Environmental Stewardship Specialist, Ext. Disaster Education Coordinator reported most of North Dakota is out of a drought. Some of the state is still in a D0 (abnormally dry) or D1 (Moderate Drought). The D1 drought covers about 15 % of the state. Cavalier County is not in a drought, besides the far northwest corner which is abnormally dry.

Drought monitoring takes a village! If you would be interested in submitting a weekly report to help us keep accurate maps for drought monitoring, please feel free to do it here: Drought Condition Monitoring Observations and Reports 2023 (arcgis.com) It is always helpful to have other responses and eyes throughout the county on a weekly basis (Monday mornings preferred), and anyone can submit a drought report. It only takes a few minutes to complete. It is much appreciated!

It looks to be a promising spring – hopefully you all can get out to enjoy the sunshine and warm weather!

“With warmer weather finally approaching, homeowners may be anxious to add trees and shrubs to their landscapes,” Goehring said. “Many varieties of trees and shrubs adapt well to North Dakota’s climate and soils, but before you plant, you may want to talk with a trusted nursery dealer, horticulturist, or local extension agent. They will help you select nursery stock that you will enjoy for years to come.”

Goehring said the North Dakota Department of Agriculture receives numerous complaints every year from both consumers and dealers about non-hardy stock being sold in the state. North Dakota is in plant hardiness zones three and four. Using a trusted source to verify that the plant tag shows the correct hardiness zone for that plant species is recommended.

State law requires that all trees and shrubs, designated by the agriculture commissioner as non-hardy, must be labeled “non-hardy in North Dakota.”

“Selling unlabeled non-hardy stock is bad behavior, predatory in nature, and a waste of the consumer’s money,” Goehring said. “Consumers who purchase unlabeled non-hardy stock should return it for a full refund.”

The penalty for violating the law is up to $500 per incident. Repeated vio-

lations can result in denial or revocation of a nursery license.

“Some plants are not adapted to surviving our North Dakota winters when the temperature can drop to 25 degrees below zero and colder,” Goehring said. “Some plants may not tolerate our soil types or dry winter conditions. Plants not adapted to our environment can also make them more susceptible to plant pests and diseases.”

The most common, non-hardy trees and shrubs offered for sale in North Dakota include emerald arborvitae, dwarf Alberta spruce, eastern redbud, oakleaf hydrangea, Japanese snowball (Viburnum plicatum), dappled willow, and certain varieties of fruit trees, such as peaches and sweet cherries.

Emerald arborvitae and dwarf Alberta spruce are sometimes labeled as hardy from 30 to 40 degrees below zero, but they tend to winter burn badly resulting in death or severe dieback.

NDDA nursery inspectors will be out visiting nurseries and checking for non-hardy nursery stock as well as other compliance with North Dakota nursery law, including proper labeling, pests and disease, and plant health and viability.

A more detailed listing of non-hardy trees and shrubs and a list of all licensed nurseries is available on the North Dakota Department of Agriculture website at https://www.ndda. nd.gov/nursery-program. A plant hardiness zone map is available at http://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/.

Opinion

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Letter from the Publisher Andrea Johnston, editor of Valley News & Views and my first born, and I had the pleasure of attending the North Dakota Newspaper Association Annual Convention in Devils Lake, N.D. last weekend. The theme of the convention was “Envision It: Wisdom Into Reality”. Over 130 newspaper owners, publishers, editors, writers, columnists and reporters from across the state participated in the three-day event. Sessions included every topic from ‘The Media Landscape’ to ‘Basic Writing’. Awards were given out to newspapers and their staffs for

best news stories, headlines, sports writing, advertising, columnists and more. This was our first convention, obviously, even though we’ve been attending North Dakota Broadcasters Association conventions for years.

It was similar, yet different, and a nice learning opportunity. We were pleased to attend.

Hey, moms, how was your Mother’s Day? Mother Nature was extremely nice to us and provided a beautiful day of sunshine and no wind, at least in our backyard. The ‘boys’ did the

grilling, the kids played in the hot tub, the adults and kids played corn hole, the baby provided smiles, and we five moms enjoyed all of it and felt blessed for the wonderful day with family.

Diane Simmons

Publisher publisher@theborderlandpress.com

Subscribers, watch for your green mail if you’re needing to resubscribe in May or June. We always like to hear from you! So many end-of-school year events are happening, and you can find your favorite high school graduate in the graduate section in this issue!

Have a great week!

Letter from the Editor week. We have some things that have been living rent free in our garage that really need to go, and this is the perfect opportunity. Spring cleaning is in full swing, and I’m here for it.

Also in full swing is the spring sports season. Jake Kulland and Larry Stokke keep sending over content, and we keep adding pages to make sure we fit it all in the newspaper. It’s fun to keep up with all of the athletes and highlight their accomplishments.

My dreams are coming true thanks to the city of Langdon holding a clean up

Another accomplishment that we are proud to highlight is the Langdon Area Art Show, which has been hosted at Hank’s Ice Cream all week. People

are so creative, and it’s wonderful to see that creativity on display. Cheers to everyone who made the show possible.

Special thanks to Melanie Thornberg for the photos from the North Border Walhalla drama club play. You’ll find expressive photos from the evening’s performance in this week’s newspaper.

Also this week we say congratulations to area high school graduates ahead of next week’s graduation ceremonies.

This is an exciting time, and we wish all of the graduates the best of luck as they pursue the next step.

I guess I really touched a nerve on that Matt Mitzel over in Munich as he certainly doesn’t want his reputation to have the word “bland” anywhere near it. You have no idea the anticipation I felt ahead of reading his column this week. Writing aside, I do owe him a giant public thank you as he helped track down some missing elements for our graduation section from graduating seniors. We truly couldn’t have gotten the section done without him and much help from Darby Hart, and we say thank you.

to decorate the space. We will have our first tours come through this week since the remodel has gotten to this stage. These are the types of tours that signal the end of school is near.

This week we arranged the desks in our newly refreshed newsroom and started moving things out of storage

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The transition to summer vacation is coming! We only have one week to prepare! I am ready and not ready at the same time. More on that next week.

Sarah Hinnenkamp Editor

THE MORNING RUN: Mother’s Day in a Stanley Cup on his shoulder.

by Sara Goodman We’re seeding! Greg finally got rolling on Monday, and it’s crunch time to try and finish before graduation so everyone can relax and enjoy the weekend festivities. The graduation weekend to-do list keeps getting longer, and the number of days we have to complete it are dwindling. We’ve got no shortage of other activities on the calendar, just to add a little extra stress.

There are baseball games, an elementary school concert, baccalaureate, meetings, a talent show, the high school drama production, a hockey awards banquet, piano lessons, field trips, graduation receptions, and just for fun, we threw in an MRI for Gage

Ella’s JO volleyball season is over, so that takes one thing off the schedule. Because I like to humble-brag about my kids, I’ll give a quick recap of last weekend. The girls played in the Trestle Valley 12U tournament in Des Lacs on Saturday. It was another eight hour, six game day with the girls coming out on top of every match.

They played teams from Crosby, Carrington, Des Lacs-Burlington and several Minot teams. The competition was great, and the girls improved with every set. When the last match rolled around, it was late afternoon, the girls were tired, and we faced an incredibly tall, strong and talented Minot team. I watched one girl from the Minot team jump serve in the warm-ups and felt that the game would quickly be over and not in our favor. If you don’t know what a jump serve is, look it up. There are varsity players that don’t, or can’t, jump serve, and this was a sixth grader with a jump serve that looked like it would take your arm off. Thanks to our girls’ perseverance and their awesome coach, we pulled off the win in two sets! Because everyone likes to see their name in the paper, the girls on the team were Ella Goodman, Gracie Johnston, Thea Johnson, Avery Lo-

renz, Lexi Gendron, Chloe Koons and Mya Swanson. The awesome coach was Sunny Johnson. Shoutout to my mom for once again trekking to Minot and sitting through a long day of bump, set, spike.

Speaking of giving a shoutout to my mom, here’s to all the moms that were hopefully spoiled and able to rest and relax this past Mother’s Day. If there’s one thing I’ve learned in 18 years of this mom business, it’s that you come last in the family lineup the other 364 days of the year. I’ll give you an example with my story about the Stanley Cup. If this makes you think of hockey, then you’re wrong.

I’m talking about the Stanley Cup that has recently replaced the “must have” drinking tumbler called the Hydroflask. Now, not to stumble into Hip with Halle territory, but let’s talk about this trend for a moment.

The Stanley Cup is either a 30- or 40-ounce, stainless steel, insulated drinking device with a convenient carry handle, a bottom designed to fit in your vehicle cup holder and a gigantic straw in the lid that allows you to suck up water at a rate of a gallon a minute. They come in a variety of colors to fit everyone’s taste, and they tru-

ly outshine the Hydroflask in almost every aspect. I’m not very hip, as my girls would attest to, but I was sold on the Stanley Cup. Last week after an orthodontist appointment in Grand Forks for Ella, we made the unnecessary but required stop at Scheels. The first thing I spotted was a wall of Stanley Cups. I had recently seen an advertisement online for brand-new cup colors, and I had my heart set on Rose Quartz Swirl making its way to my house just in time for Mother’s Day. Not seeing that color on the Scheels display, I continued walking when Ella suddenly stopped and grabbed a cream-colored cup. This was apparently the color she wanted, but Scheels had been out of stock the last time we stopped so she’d had to settle for a gray one. Knowing I had decided to buy a cup for myself, she asked if I would buy the cream colored one for her, and she would give me her old, used gray one. We argued for awhile and then I compromised and bought the cream-colored cup. Happy Mother’s Day!

tween 5:30 and 6:30 a.m. She grew up on a cattle ranch in Watford City, N.D. After recently retiring from 15 years of long-term care consulting, she now helps her husband, Greg, run the family farm near Milton and volunteers on many boards and committees in her church and community.

The Goodman house has three kids, school cats, and a dog.

Sara Goodman is an avid runner who says her best ideas come to her beMy "new" Stanley Cup for Mother's Day.

Musings from Munich: LAEM Baseball….Munich Rotation

By Matt Mitzel We have been waiting for it since the first snow melt, but the past week was finally the window to host some Langdon Area Edmore Munich School games. The temperature was nearly perfect, and those little pesky mosquitos tried to rear their ugly heads. We just sprayed the sh** out of them, so they were a non factor at Edgar Westphal Stadium in the Camelot of the County…Munich.

First off, our field is a snapshot of the 80’s with the groundskeeping technology of the future. We were able to host the Lady Cardinals softball team and change the field in a matter of hours to host the boys varsity baseball team. If you think they play on the same infield, you would be wrong. Length between bases and flat mound to an elevated mound are all things that need to be changed.

Luckily, the park board has Seth Hanson to mow, rake, paint, do base setup, and construct the portable mound to make this all happen in a timely fashion. Evan and Betsy (park board members) also contributed as Evan pumped the field and Betsy took her gym class students to take care of the rest.

game this year that had both the concession stand and restrooms open. I was floored by that statement. In my opinion, if you host a sporting event, a bare minimum would be restrooms within 500 ft. of the field. If you’re reading this and thinking “but their bathrooms were getting renovated”, I say you are a village idiot because so are ours. I called and had porta potties delivered to meet this basic need of service. Secondly, our concession stand is infamous with our common sense…meaning we might run out of certain brands of drinks, but we will never run out of food as we have the grocery store key. I can’t believe that some close before the actual players get a chance to eat after the game. If that’s your field, you suck.

Everything that is on the field is the park board’s responsibility, and everything else is the Munich Sports Committee. The committee is in charge of running the concession stand, restrooms, and the sound system. One parent came up to me on Tuesday and said that this has been their first

Lastly, our volunteer network is amazing. The rule at our field is that parents of players that are in the game WILL NOT be tasked out, so they can actually watch their spawn play ball.

So while they are watching our pending victory, an army of volunteers and support staff step up. Tim and Katie

Polansky are usually either running behind the scenes, umpiring, playing music, or announcing the games.

Even their toddler is the crowd’s biggest cheerleader. The Munich Baking Battalion is a group of gals that make their finest homemade bars and donate them to the concession stand for sale to raise money for the ball park. They put out some of the best bars in the state as nobody brings their backup recipes to the game, just their most prideful creation. Brianne is usually busy telling me what to do behind the chaos and is always the one that ensures I keep bathroom cleanliness at the top of my to do list.

Stan Dick ensures that all food is tested that comes out of the concession stand. Jason makes sure that he tells the crowd what positions the players should be in.

It is truly a spectacle - no matter if you’re playing junior high, varsity, or fast pitch - that every player feels as if the heavens are shining down on them in the cathedral of baseball over here. We turn the stadium

lights on, even during the day, to let passerbyers from the highway know that there is a baseball game being played. So watch the schedule, and next time there is a game in Munich, do yourself a favor and come. You will love every second of it. FYI…..Don’t park too close, as we cheer when a vehicle gets hit on a foul ball.

Matt Mitzel is the unofficial events coordinator for the City of Munich, a supporter of Langdon Area Edmore Munich athletics, football coach, and all-around Munich mega fan, earning him the nickname “Mr. Munich.”

Opinion

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My conversation with the mayor of Munich

By Rosemary Ames

Schommer said he has really good help in Matt Mitzel, Brent Zavalney, Ryan Goeser, and Phillip Lindseth, who all sit on the Munich City Council.

“We work as a team. We all think alike when it comes to the things that need to be addressed and are on the same page,” he said.

Recently I had the privilege of interviewing Craig Schommer, mayor of Munich. Except for four years living in Bismarck, Schommer has been a resident of Munich for almost 50 years.

When asked why he ran for mayor, Schommer said he actually did not run for mayor. It all started a few years back when he was an alderman on the city council, where he had filled the vacancy of his cousin, Donny Schommer. The previous mayor was Mark Zimmer, and when he started getting busy with his kids’ activities and his business in Langdon, he decided to step down as mayor. Schommer said some of the other guys who had seniority from being on the council for a lot of years didn’t have any interest in being mayor.

“What ended up happening is Mark went to the end of his term as mayor, which ended up being in the middle of my term as alderman,” Schommer explained.

He basically said that he had decided to not run, but that he was a write-in vote and ended up getting enough write-in votes to win.

“Honestly, Matt Mitzel got the same number of votes that I did, and he made a deal with me that if I became mayor, he would be a councilman.”

So, that is how Schommer became the mayor of Munich. It will be two years in June that Schommer has been the mayor. He said that it doesn’t feel like it’s been that long already. He said some of the things he likes about being mayor are being able to improve things, making things run smoothly and taking care of the town, and making sure it’s a place where people like living and like coming to.

Another good addition to their team is Munich’s auditor, Doris Greenwood, who Schommer said is phenomenal and makes their lives easier. Before coming to Munich, Doris worked as an assistant auditor in another town and knows the ins and outs of the position. She is detail oriented and gets any paperwork filed and takes care of the behind-the-scenes stuff.

“I can’t say enough good things about Doris,” Schommer said.

For the most part, Schommer said he likes being mayor, and when he drives around, he likes what he sees around the town of Munich.

“People that have never been to Munich or it’s been a while, really give us the compliments. For a town of around 200, they are amazed how good of shape our town is in,” he said. “They like that it’s clean, and the houses are modern.”

Schommer did say there are things that he doesn’t like about being mayor, but he said those things don't happen very often. Because Munich is a small town, the upside/downside are the same thing - you know everybody.

Problems arise when there is an incident that needs to be addressed 100% of the time it’s either someone you know or 90% of the time it’s a friend of yours.

“You try to be as diplomatic as you can, and generally, it hasn’t been too bad, but there have been a couple of things where people get a little more personal than they should and think you are picking on them personally for some reason, but that is not the case, and those are the days you don’t like doing the job,” he said.

Schommer is also a farmer, and at certain times of the year, he’s busy when there are things to do for the town. Time becomes very limited, and you become frustrated because you can’t get everything done that you want to do.

“Most of the time, people might give

you a bit of a hard time, but in general, it is just a good-hearted ribbing - better than people being angry!”

Schommer said. “Generally, in those circumstances, if you can have an intelligent, calm conversation with people, you can work it out. Anyone who knows me, knows I don’t lose my temper easily!”

Schommer’s term for mayor will be up in June 2024, and he said hasn’t ruled out a re-run for mayor but hasn’t decided yet. After two years, he’s getting in the groove and getting to know how it works.

Schommer and many residents of Munich know what they want for Munich in the future, but whether or not they can get to that point is another question. For a lot of years - with the help of the other guys in town - they have been trying to attract some sort of industry to town or business. As of right now, nothing has panned out, but that doesn’t mean they are not looking or working with things.

“Will we ever get there? I don’t know,” he said.

So far, he has been encouraged or impressed by how well things are going and remembers when he was in high school. There was always talk ‘in 20 years, Munich is going to be a ghost town.’

A couple of new families have moved into town, and that is encouraging.

As people are becoming more comfortable working remotely from home, he thinks there is some opportunity there. People are looking to get out of the big city! Currently, they have a couple people who have done that.

He is cautiously optimistic that Munich will at least continue as they currently are, with room for growth and supporting small businesses.

As mayor, one of the things Schommer has accomplished is getting the city government organized. That is not to say anything bad about the folks who came before him that were mayor and councilmen. He said, by nature, he is a little more detail oriented than some people are and also gives credit to the city auditor, Doris Greenwood, for helping get organized.

“A lot of things got lax over the years, and it was time to modernize some of our stuff like communication with our citizens and being transparent,” Schommer said.

Everything Edmore

By Tammy Berg this summer. Plans have been drawn up, the contractor has been hired, and money is being raised. I know we are hopeful to get it done before our 125th Anniversary in November. Fingers crossed!

Our church in Edmore, Concordia Lutheran, is on its way to getting a new roof over our dining room sometime

Our school will graduate three seniors this year: Maddie Knoke, Ethan Okeson and Gabriel Orozco. This year we have 26 students, 6 teachers, one cook, one para, one janitor, one administrative assistant, a superintendent, and a principal. It looks like next year we are looking at the upper teens for students. In our school, our science teacher is from the Philippines, has been here for five years and now must go home for two years before

applying to come back to the States. It seems a little backwards that a good teacher, who loves his job and his students, has to leave.

This week, we are celebrating Nursing Home Week. We have different events planned along with some amazing treats at lunch time. Staff appreciation was Tuesday, and I have plans to spoil them just a little. They do so much for our residents and me.

They’re the best!! Our residents are our family. So glad to see sunny, warm days. Some of our residents really enjoy being outside. Hope all of you are enjoying the beautiful days.

That’s all from Edmore. God Bless!

Health Tip

Provided by Cavalier County Health District Cavalier County Health District (CCHD) has new summer hours.

From Memorial Day to Labor Day, CCHD will close on Fridays at noon to be consistent with courthouse hours of operation. Additionally, beginning May 1st 2023, Covid- 19 testing and vaccine will be available by appointment only.

Walk-ins will be accepted based on staff availability.

He likes to let people know what they are doing, and if people ask a question, he gives them the answer. If he doesn’t know, he will find the answer.

“I am an elected official, and I am doing what I think is in the best interest of the city and not of my own interests. I feel those are my accomplishments.”

He hopes this is the way people also see what he is trying to do. He does not want them thinking he is ruling with an iron fist. He is trying to make it a good place to live and a place people want to come to. Schommer really stressed that it really is a team effort to get things accomplished.

Schommer said one good thing about living in a small community is you know everybody, or at least almost everybody. The thing that may be not so great is everybody knows your business before you do and maybe know a little too much, and it circulates around. In reality, the only thing worse than someone knowing all your business is when you live in an area where no one cares about you! He

also believes people are pretty helpful, and if you ask for help, you are going to get it. Munich is also a relatively safe place to live but isn't completely immune to problems either.

“Munich is a good place to live, and I have no intention of living any place else!” he said.

At the end of the day, Schommer said, “I’m the mayor but have a lot of help from the city council, and as mayor, I don’t get to vote, unless it’s a tie. I can make proposals, but the council are really the ones making the decisions.”

He also stressed that Munich has a park board, which has its own authority and does what it needs to do to keep the town of Munich in shape.

There have been strangers who have passed through that have commented on how nice the town of Munich looks.

“All of us - the city council, the park board - are team players, and that is what makes the little town of Munich run smoothly,” Schommer said.

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Icelandic Communities Association awards scholarships

The Icelandic Communities Association (ICA) of Mountain, N.D. has awarded $1000 scholarships to Julia Swanson of Fergus Falls, Minn., and Jared Hanson of Maple Grove, Minn., for participation in the Icelandic Snorri Program this summer. Julia is the daughter of Jennifer (Byron) and Kelly Swanson of Fergus Fall, Minn., and granddaughter of Elaine (Olafson) and Dwight Byron of Park River. Jared is the son of Suzanne (Johnson) and Steve Hanson of Maple Grove, Minn., and the grandson of John and Kathleen Johnson of Langdon. The Snorri Program is named after Snorri Thorfinnsson, the first Icelandic child born in North America.

The Snorri Program offers travel opportunities to connect North Americans of Icelandic descent with their relatives in Iceland to learn about their heritage. It is open to young people of Icelandic descent between the ages of 20 and 30. The ICA offers $1000 scholarships to participants who have roots in the area communities of Akra, Fjalla, Gardar, Hallson, Mountain, Vidalin, Svold, and Eyford/ Thingvalla. These communities were formed by the early Icelandic immigrants that settled in those areas.

weeks in Iceland from June 11 to July 16th. For the first two weeks, they will spend time studying the Icelandic language and learn about the Icelandic culture by visiting museums and touring. They will also learn about their connection to Iceland through their genealogy. The next two weeks will feature staying with a host family, possibly a relative, spending time with the family and working volunteer time. The last week of their stay will be a tour around Iceland to learn more about the country and its culture through hiking, glacier trekking, volcano tours, horseback riding, natural hot springs, and much more.

For anyone between the ages 20 and 30 of Icelandic descent, this is a golden opportunity to connect with that heritage. Many scholarships besides the ICA scholarship are available to help defray the cost, and one can obtain information about the Snorri Program at http://www.snorri.is/snorri. html. This summer, there are about 12 participants from the U.S. and Canada. If you are over 30, there is a Snorri Plus Program, which is a twoweek version of the Snorri Program.

Information can be found at the website above.

Swanson and Hanson will spend five

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Pembilier Nursing Center update Hola from Pembilier Nursing Center!

May is starting out to be quite eventful for our residents. In the first week alone, they made 120 May Day baskets for the K-8th grade students at North Border Walhalla.

Not to brag, but the ladies that helped assemble the baskets cranked them out in no time! They swiftly passed the tiny cups down the assembly line filling them with a variety of decadent treats such as Tootsie Rolls. Once word gets out, I wouldn’t be surprised if they get called in by ProBiotein to help assemble their microbiome bars!

Wednesday, some residents han-crafted magnets that they decided to sell to staff to raise money to buy merchandise for their Christmas shop this year. The Christmas shop provides a place for our residents to “purchase” gifts for themselves or for their loved ones.

Anyways, let’s get to the super exciting part of the week… Cinco De Mayo,

which we celebrated with a fiesta on Friday. We began the fiesta like any other party usually starts…a fun craft!

Residents decorated adorable cacti that they will proudly display in their rooms.

After the craft was completed, we cranked up the Mariachi music, and the real partying began! We feasted on chimichangas and chips with salsa and guacamole. The residents washed all of the delicious food down with a tasty margarita aka Ginger Ale with lemonade.

To give them the most authentic expe-

Adios for now, Heather Duerre

University of Jamestown releases Spring 2023 Dean's List

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Paul JAMESTOWN, N.D. -- Students from The Borderland have been named to the Fjelde’s Plaster Cast Spring 2023 Dean's List at University of Jamestown.

Nicole Berg of Walhalla, North Dakota Lexis Olson of Langdon, North Dakota Students are named to the Dean's List for maintaining a semester GPA of 3.50 or better. There were 349 students named to the list this semester.

University of Jamestown was established in 1883 in Jamestown, N.D., and is ranked as a top-tier regional school in US News and World Report and a top Midwestern school in The Princeton Review. The school features development of the whole person through its distinctive Journey to Success experience.

St. Alphonsus School 8th grade graduates

May 25, 2023 — In 1914, the people of North Dakota presented a bust of Abraham Lincoln to Norway. Five years later, in gratitude to his home state for his first significant commission, the sculptor, Paul Fjelde gifted the original plaster cast, from which the bronze bust of Lincoln was made, to Valley City’s State Normal School.

Fjelde had begun his study of art at Valley City before moving on to Chicago, New York and Paris; becoming an internationally renowned artist.

Meanwhile, the significance of the original plaster cast in Valley City was eventually forgotten, falling into a state of disrepair.

Nearly half a century later, its story was rediscovered, and Valley City State College presented Paul Fjelde with the first Distinguished Alumnus Award on this day in 1973. The art department refurbished the plaster bust and it was given a place of honor in the Allen Memorial Library.

Jan. 7 - Jace Ramberg, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00 Jan. 14 - Tracie Thorpe, Grand Forks, N.D. - $50.00 Jan. 21- Duane Otto, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00 Jan. 28 - Judy Illerbrunn, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00 Feb. 4 - Arik Christianson, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00 Feb. 11 - Ben Mikkelsen, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00 Feb. 18 - Kurt Krom, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00 Feb. 25 - Charles Jordan, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00

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March 4 - Joni Henderson, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00 March 11 - Margaret Fontana, High Point, N.C. - $50.00 March 18 - David Hein, Langdon, N.D. - $50.00 March 25 - Doris Stein, Langdon, N.D. - $500.00 Congratulations to all the winners and thank you all for supporting Post 98. Thanks to Duane who donated his winnings back to the post. New tickets for July ’23 - June ’24 are now being sold by Legion members.

rience possible, the drinks had lime slices, and the residents were given the option to eat the worm! Sure the worms came in various colors and were purchased from the candy aisle at a local store, but it was still a worm. Our amazing residents were even able to play Cinco De Mayo bingo while partaking in the other festivities! I will share a few of the photos from our photo booth, but much like Vegas, what happens at the fiesta stays at the fiesta…

Oshun High Hawk and Danilynn Thompson are St. Alphonsus School’s 2023 8th grade graduates. Their graduation ceremony was held Wednesday, May 17.

“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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Langdon Prairie Health Foundation announces 2023 scholarship winners

Munich students perform spring concert Students at Munich Public School presented their spring concert on Wednesday, May 10. Photos by Larry Stokke.

Langdon Prairie Health Foundation is proud to announce this year’s scholarship winners. Each of the following recipients will receive $1,000.

Taryn Amble - Munich Halle Jabs - Munich Kiley Davidson - Langdon Paul Haus - Munich Lexi Bata - Langdon

Langdon Area High School holds spring concert

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: What drives you?

May 22, 2023 Here is an excerpt for your listening pleasure: “I used to pay my grocery bill whenever it was due, and in the butcher’s yawning till the coin I promptly threw. But now in vain they plead and moan to get my good long green, for every dollar that I own I need for gasoline!”

Do you know when this was written?

If you said “today,” you’re mistaken.

If you guessed 1916, however, then you’re right on the money, because on this date in 1916, people were complaining about the price of gas.

Walt Mason, who printed this long poem in the Edinburg Tribune, was able to express his concern. Though the language may be dated, the sentiment expressed has no boundaries.

During those days, there were many car troubles. We were transitioning out of the horse and buggy days, into the days of jalopies and rumble seats. “Gasoline was originally used for cleaning gloves and ejecting hired girls thru the kitchen roof, but has been taught a great variety of interesting tricks, such as running automobiles, aeroplanes, motorboats, windmills, street cars, hearses, corn shellers and bicycles,” one report said jokingly in the Edinburg Tribune.

However, by May of 1916, auto license requests received were already reported at 26,000, whereas around only 24,000 had been requested for the entire year before.

Langdon Area High School held its spring concert on Tuesday, May 9. Photos by Larry Stokke.

Also, car accidents were numerous; near Horace, a farmer who was trying to feed his young son candy drove right into a telephone pole. Injuries were slight to all but the pole.

And, of course, 1916 was on the cusp of World War I. War always seems to affect the people and the prices back home.

Nonetheless, the poem written by Walt Mason speaks to us today. The poem is quite long. However, here is another excerpt of what Mason wrote: “My children used to wear good clothes; they held their heads up high; no leaky shoes exposed their toes, no rents could you discry. But now they’re images of woe, they’re blots upon the scene; for every coin I get must go to buy some gasoline. … I used to talk of books and art, and topics safe and sane, but … I’ve motor on the brain.

I cannot even spare a dime to buy a magazine; it keeps me hustling all the time to buy my gasoline.”

Dakota Datebook written by Sarah Walker “Dakota Datebook” is a radio series from Prairie Public in partnership with the State Historical Society of North Dakota and with funding from Humanities North Dakota. See all the Dakota Datebooks at prairiepublic. org, subscribe to the “Dakota Datebook” podcast, or buy the Dakota Datebook book at shopprairiepublic. org.

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DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Link Fiddle Contest May 24, 2023 — Since his birth on this day in 1914, Arthur Albert Link became widely recognized in his home state for his service as a US Representative and as the twenty-seventh Governor of North Dakota.

Perhaps a less familiar aspect of the former governor is his lifelong interest in the fiddle. An accomplished fiddle player who learned to play at the age of eight, he often performed at the annual Lawn Party hosted by the Former

Governors’ Mansion each August.

When the Society for the Preservation of the Former Governors’ Mansion sought a way to honor Art Link and his wife Grace for their dedication to the preservation of the Former Governors’ Mansion, fiddling provided the answer. The first annual Governor Arthur A. Link Fiddle Contest was in March of 2008 to encourage students of the violin and provide scholarships to the International Music Camp.

Dakota Datebook written by Christina Sunwall “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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Legislative report

During session someone used the expression “you win some you lose some” after their bill was defeated. I pondered that as surely that is true in some ways. However, when it comes to the work we do as legislators it should never be a competition in that sense. I introduced several pieces of legislation this session, and of these several passed while some were incorporated into other bills where the purpose was met, and some were voted down.

This is a good process to accomplish what is in the best interest of our state, what is in the best interest for our kids and families, and sometimes specifically for our district.

One bill I sponsored was SB2150.

This was a bill worked on by many over the passed year after the overturn of Roe v Wade. It strengthens North Dakota’s abortion laws for a postDobbs world by combining previously enacted laws, clarifying language, harmonizing conflicting definitions, and repealing obsolete or no longer relevant statutes. We cleaned up the language to make our laws clear and worked with ND medical association among others to remove unclear language. Basically, it changed none of the laws that were on the books in our state for decades but clarified them in what we call “ a clean up bill”. As the Governor stated when he signed the bill into law; - “ North Dakota is a pro life state.” Many bills were passed to undergird our support for life, such as expansion of programs to assist women and children, a life resources website to guide women and families in crisis and more. I am grateful to the overwhelming and bipartisan support of the legislature and the governor for standing for the value of life, born and unborn.

I sponsored SCR 4013 to tighten Constitutional Ballot Initiatives process.

I have been very outspoken about my concerns as it relates to constitutional measures. North Dakota’s constitution is the most vulnerable in the nation, - it can be changed by

a “dart of monies” thrown at it from out of state interest as easy as you blink an eye. Regardless of the issue at hand for such changes, I firmly believe it should be more difficult to change our constitution, just as it is with the US Constitution. Some say we are trying to take away the will of the voters. Absolutely not. My sincere intention is to protect the voice of the people of our state.

The constitution is the framework upon which we make laws. Laws change as they should, but the constitution should only change if there is a deeply fundamental wrong that we as citizens see as detrimental to the stability of our union, and such change should come from North Dakotans only and not out of state interests and monies. SCR 4013 would protect the North Dakota Constitution by doing three things; any measure must be only single subject, may only be circulated by qualified North Dakota elector, and must go through both primary and general election. SCR will be on the ballot in 2024.

Due to growing concerns about women’s fairness in sports as granted in Title 9, bills were passed requiring K-12 and higher education to designate their athletic teams and sports for male and female based on biological sex at birth. Women should not have to compete against biological males, nor share bathrooms with the opposite sex. Laws were passed

to ensure public and institutional restrooms and shower rooms are exclusively for males or exclusively for females in correctional facilities, domestic violence facilities and dormitories and living facilities on university campuses.

HB 1254 became law and is a prohibition on certain medical procedures on minors. It criminalizes gender re-assignment procedures by medical professionals on minors. Exhaustive testimony and research show that transsexual issues are creating a new controversy in our elementary and high schools today as a result of youth and their parents asserting a right to identify the sex of their child without regard to the biological and genetic realities. These families are often preparing their children for sexual reassignment surgery (SRS) without being given the knowledge of the serious, documented risks associated with such surgery or other treatment options for gender dysphoria, Sex—maleness or femaleness—is established at a child’s conception, can be ascertained even at the earliest stages of human development by technological means, and can be observed visually well before birth with ultrasound imaging. Cosmetic surgery and cross-sex hormones don’t change biological reality. Performing hormonal or surgical interventions on minors because they are experiencing discomfort with their bodies is a serious breach of medical ethics and leaves

young patients with irreversible consequences.

Dr. Paul McHugh, former chairperson of the Department of Psychiatry at Johns Hopkins Hospital, has written that: “The idea that one's sex is fluid and a matter open to choice runs unquestioned through our culture and is reflected everywhere in the media, the theater, the classroom, and in many medical clinics. It has taken on cultlike features: its own special lingo, Internet chat rooms providing slick answers to new recruits, and clubs for easy access to dresses and styles supporting the sex change. It is doing much damage to families, adolescents, and children and should be confronted as an opinion without biological foundation wherever it emerges.”

To encourage a child’s mistaken belief, gender dysphoria, that they are something other than their biological sex (however sensitively one may, and should, be handling such a situation), is deeply unjust to that child.

The legislature supported the bill with the concerns that to intervene in a child’s physical development, to medically block the child from going through normal puberty—all in an attempt to affirm a ‘gender identity’ that rejects bodily reality—is profoundly concerning. Again, this legislation is protection for minors only. We have volumes of laws protection minors on many issues so this should not

be controversial at all. Whatever one may think about the ethics of medical professionals’ ‘transitioning’ adults, everyone should be able to agree that adults should not interfere with the natural, healthy development of the bodies and minds of children. Children must be provided with the time and space to develop to maturity.

On totally separate notes from the above social issues, we were able to secure $8 million for development in the Pembina Gorge. This is the first funding to start implementing the master plan of tourism in the Gorge.

And we funded initial monies for flood control of the Red River at the Minto/ Oslo crossing. It is a huge long-term project taken on with Minnesota and sorely needed to see permanent flood control for generations to come.

Grateful to be a small part of both projects.

Great to see farmers in the fields, grass greening (but not for the darn wood ticks - uffda). I will cover more legislation next week, - meanwhile please contact me for any questions or issues.

Senator Janne Myrdal North Dakota District 19 jmyrdal@ndlegis.gov 1 701 331 0946 Vice Chair Agriculture Committee Judiciary Committee

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From the Pastor's Desk: Armed Forces Day: American Heroes

by Pastor Robert Blackburn

Armed Forces Day is the day we honor all the people currently serving, as well as those who have served and

sacrificed, both active and former, in the reserves, National Guard, or on active duty who defend our freedom.

As one of the freest countries in the world, the citizens of our great country recognize the sacrifices that our service members and their families make on our behalf. Annually celebrated on the third Saturday in May, Armed Forces Day was instituted in 1949 by President Harry S. Truman as a joint celebration of all six branches of the military. We honor those who serve our country because their service has granted us the many rights and privileges we enjoy every day. They serve in dangerous war zones and serve developing countries to maintain peace.

They serve to keep skies free of dan-

ger and serve on ships for months at a time Our men and women of the Armed Forces often endure hardships that most Americans can hardly imagine. Our service members must leave their families behind as they move to more dangerous areas. Often, the service members and their families are separated for months at a time.

Sometimes, families endure the loss of a loved one.

I believe that to fight for your country, one must love their country and feel ready to sacrifice for their country.

The military and Christians have two virtues in common: love and sacri-

fice. We all know of many stories of brave soldiers who have sacrificed their well-being and their lives to save others. In those times of sacrifice, soldiers show love for fellow soldiers through their sacrifice. With this action, the soldier has placed the needs of his brothers-in-arms over his own, showing love for others rather than love for self. Christians can relate to this love of others when we follow the commandment Jesus left – “love your neighbor as yourself.” Christians also should be familiar with sacrifice. God loved us so much that he gave his only begotten son to die for us. He showed his love for us by sacrificing and sending his son to atone for our sins. Jesus was the example of the love we are to share with others. We should make every attempt to treat even total strangers with a spirit of love and compassion in everything we do. Let us remember those who have served and made the sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Let us also give thanks to God, for Jesus Christ, and HIS willingness to serve, His commitment to our spiritual freedom and our eternal salvation. It is through our military that we have the luxury of unmatched freedoms, but only Christ can grant the freedom from sin that His sacrifice has granted us. Please take a moment to let our troops know

how much we appreciate their service and sacrifice.

Pastor Robert Blackburn serves the Langdon United Methodist Church in Langdon. He was born and raised in Sioux Falls, S.D. and worked in the food and restaurant industry for 25 years, mostly with Fryn’ Pan Restaurants, before entering the ministry field. Blackburn arrived in Langdon in July of 2021. He has been married for 25 years to Lea Robertson Blackburn of Hope N.D. and has four children, James 22, Jessica 18, Makayla, 15, and Thomas, 14. He is currently enrolled in year three of a four-year degree of online courses through Oklahoma Wesleyan University in pursuit of a B.A. in Ministry and Leadership.

He is also a fan of the Minnesota Vikings.

Cavalier County Senior Menu Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon Monday, May 22 Cabbage Rolls/Creamy Cucumbers/Mandarin Oranges in Jello

Friday, May 26 Fish Burger/Potato Salad/Peas & Carrots/Assorted Fruit

Tuesday, May 23 Egg Bake/Sausage/Normandy Blend Vegetables/Orange

EBT/SNAP accepted.

Wednesday, May 24 Hamburger in Onion & Mushroom Gravy/Mashed Potatoes/Bourbon Baked Beans/Angel Food Cake with Mixed Berries Thursday, May 25 Chicken Alfredo over Noodles/ Steamed Broccoli/Garlic Toast/ Fruit

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.

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We will love and miss him every day.

In lieu of flowers, the family asked that memorials be directed to the Milton Memorial Cemetery in memory of

Evelyn is survived by son Wayne Witzel; four grandchildren: Steven Witzel, Tod & Scott Witzel, Colette Pederson Witzel; two great-grandchildren: Brady Pederson & Bryn Witzel; and sister Violet. She was preceded in death by parents August & Lena Mutcher, husband Myron, son Darrell Witzel, brothers Emil & Ernie Mutcher, sisters-in-law Delphina Zarn Mutcher & Bernice Bueta Mutcher, and two infant brothers.

Jerome Dosmann

Online condolences available at www. brooksfuneralhomelangdon.com .

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at St. Alphonsus Church in Langdon, N.D., for Jerome Dosmann, 85, of Langdon, who passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon. Inurnment will follow at the Calvary Cemetery for Jerome and his wife, LaRue. Jerome was born April 28, 1937, to Leo and Marcella (Zettel) Dosmann.

He lived his young childhood in the Mount Carmel, N.D., area before moving to Langdon in 1942. He attended and graduated from St. Alphonsus elementary and high school. He married La Rue Mostad on September 3, 1958, in Walhalla, N.D. La Rue and Jerome made their home in Langdon, where they raised their two children.

Jerome and La Rue operated the Langdon Creamery before starting their family. Over the subsequent years, Jerome served in various positions at Langdon Motors and its successors. He also worked in Cavalier and Grand Forks, N.D., before being elected to and serving multiple terms as the Cavalier County auditor before retiring.

Jerome enjoyed dancing, bowling, golf, and playing pinochle and other card games. He was a very active member of the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and the Eagles Aerie #3454 and volunteered on the hospital board.

Surviving Jerome are his children: Mark (Diana) of San Antonio, TX, and DeeAnne (Roger) of Huntington Beach, Cali.; sisters: Irma (Russell) Shablow of Austin, TX, and Marilyn (Roger) Gette of Irving, TX; brother Vernon (Lori) Dosmann, of Clermont, Fla.; sisters-in-law: Yvonne (Richard) Thompson of Renton, Wash., Marjorie (Larry) Mostad of Fargo, N.D.; and many other loving family members and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, La Rue; and his brother, Donald.

In particular, the family appreciates the exceptional care provided by the staff at Langdon Prairie Health and Maple Manor Care Center.

Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com .

Evelyn Witzel

A service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 26, 2023, at United Lutheran Church in Langdon, N.D., for Evelyn Witzel, 98, formerly of Langdon, who passed away February 21, 2023, in Mesa, Ariz. Burial will follow at Lebanon Cemetery in Langdon.

Evelyn Emma Mutcher was born October 4, 1924, to August and Magdalene (Heminger) Mutcher. She graduated from Mowbray School with an 8th grade education. Evelyn helped her parents with the farming and usual household chores and learning many talents. She worked helping older people in their houses and also helped families care for their children and cook during harvest season. She has a great learning experience when she worked as a nurses’ aide for the Sisters of Mercy at the Langdon Hospital in the maternity ward and making surgical packs.

Evelyn met the love of her life in 1942 at a dance in the Valley Hall in Canada. Myron Witzel and Evelyn were united in marriage on October 1, 1944, at the Presbyterian Church in Langdon. They purchased the farm from Evelyn’s parents in 1945 and farmed until 1988. They purchased a home in Langdon and moved into town in 1980. They spent the winters in Mesa, Ariz., from 1994 to 2012 when Myron passed away. Evelyn then moved to Mesa permanently.

Greg J. Close

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, May 19, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Gilbertson Funeral Home in Devils Lake, N.D. and a funeral service will be held at the Milton Lutheran Church Saturday, May 20 at 1:00 p.m. for Greg Close, who passed away April 23, 2023, following a brief battle with cancer. Coffee and bars will follow at the Milton Legion Club. Burial will be at the Milton Memorial Cemetery.

Richard S. ”Dick” Johnson

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at St. Alphonsus Church in Langdon, ND, with visitation from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Friday, May 19, 2023, at the church for Richard S. ”Dick” Johnson, 86, of Langdon, N.D., who passed away May 11, 2023, at his winter home in Lake Havasu, Ariz.

Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Langdon.

Dick was born on July 27, 1936, to Ole and Verna (Wild) Johnson in Langdon, N.D. He attended both grade school and high school at St. Alphonsus School, where he was responsible for ending the school’s football program when he broke a teammate’s leg. After high school, he attended St. John’s University until it was suggested it may be better for everyone concerned if he offered his services to the U.S. Army, where he served in Germany from 1956 to 1958. After being honorably discharged, he strolled into the office of Thomas Clifford (also from Langdon and then president of the University of North Dakota), asked what major he could finish the quickest, and then enrolled in UND where he graduated with a business degree in 1960. While Dick was in high school, he met Roberta “Bobbie” Stoffel while they both were working at J.C. Penney’s in Langdon. Dick and Bobbie were married in Langdon on July 10, 1959. They made their home in Langdon where Dick joined his father’s business, O.S. Johnson Company, which was engaged in various business, including insurance and tax work. Dick eventually took over the business from his father and continued working there until his retirement. Dick filled his retirement years with his many hobbies and interests, including puzzles, fishing, collecting toys and antiques, maple nut ice cream, malapropisms, going out to breakfast, Neil Diamond, sports, MGD and spending time with his family and many friends.

Dick loved Langdon and its people, and he and Bobbie were active in the community, both publicly and behind the scenes. Among his community activities, Dick served on the St. Alphonsus School Foundation board, Calvary Cemetery board, Langdon City Council, Mary University Board of Regents and was a volunteer fireman for many years. He was also active in Knights of Columbus, the Elks, and the Eagles.

Along with their community involvement, Dick and Bobbie helped many people and gave generously and quietly to many causes, including the town’s amateur baseball team, who - thanks to Dick’s generosity - were able to spend their Canadian prize money on beer and won the state amateur title in 1982.

Dick is survived by his wife, Bobbie, and his five sons: Scott (Cheryl) of Zelienople, Pa., Lee (Jill) of St. Louis Park, Minn., Tom (Patricia “Tish”) of Minneapolis, Minn., Christopher (Melissa) of Grand Forks, N.D., and Lynn of Woodbury, Minn.; grandchildren: Haley, Brynn, Henry, Andrew, Lillian, Casey, Noah, Davis, and Carolyn; niece Anne Marie (St. Chad); sister Rita Johnson; former daughter-in-law Deedee Loveridge; the Dosmanns; and many beloved cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Ann, James and Margaret.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the Cavalier County Food Pantry, c/o Susie Borgen, 210 8th Ave., Langdon, ND 58249.

Online condolences available at www. brooksfuneralhomelangdon.com .

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Greg J. Close was born on February 13, 1953, in Langdon, N.D., to Harold and Margaret (LePire) Close, the third of five children. After high school, Greg found his calling working in road construction. In 1980, Greg went on to build Close Construction Company, which he operated out of Milton and Devils Lake, N.D., for over 43 years.

Greg loved road construction and was very dedicated to his work, whether it was designing a job for someone, bidding a job, or working with all the employees and customers. The 43 years he spent in road construction will be his lasting legacy. Greg was mayor of Milton for 21 years, was on the Board of Directors for the Associated General Contractors of North Dakota for many years, and was a member of the Milton Lutheran Church.

Greg married Diane Liebersbach July 6, 1973, and on Father’s Day, June 19th, 1983, son Brett Close was born.

Greg and Diane enjoyed traveling between their homes in Milton, Devils Lake, and Henderson, Nev. Together they held a large Super Bowl Party in Henderson each year with many friends and family traveling from coast to coast to attend this fun event.

For many years, Greg and Diane also hosted many friends and employees for the March Nascar race in Las Vegas. He looked forward to this time of camaraderie and relaxation with everyone. Over the years, Greg initiated many gatherings at their home on Devils Lake for friends and relatives, which included cookouts, pontoon rides and jet skiing. The memories are endless.

Greg’s colleagues and friends will remember him as a strong, independent thinker who liked to get work done. He carried tremendous amounts of information in his head and had a clear vision for successfully moving complicated projects and negotiations forward. Many thought of him as their go-to problem solver who could bring projects and people together to accomplish the tasks at hand.

Greg loved his family above all else.

He is survived by his wife, Diane; son Brett (Haley); and his siblings: Kathy (Charles) Keelin, Michael (Debbie) Close, Mark (Tammy) Close; sistersin-law Connie Close and Cheryl (Norman) Hogfoss; brother-in-law Paul (Patty) Liebersbach; seven nieces and nephews; and seven great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Margaret; brother Richard Close; nephew Clint Close; and father-in-law and mother-in-law Tony and Jessie Liebersbach.

Greg.

Gilbertson Funeral Home of Devils Lake, N.D., is in charge of arrangements.

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Nature photos by Larry Stokke.

Region 4 Baseball Tournament bracket on Pg B3.

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SPRING SPORTS Cards baseball stunned by Grafton, beat PCN in Region 4 games

L-E-M loses coin flip for first place to Spoilers, will be second seed at regional tourney May 22

By Jake Kulland

The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals baseball team got down to the final week of their regular season schedule when they played at home versus Grafton on May 13 and had another home game in Munich on May 15 against Pembina County North. The Cards were beaten by the Spoilers 8-1 then took it to the Grizzlies 16-2.

Langdon-Edmore-Munich now has a record of 11-1 after defeating Hatton-Northwood in a non-conference home game 7-1 on May 16. They played Rugby later that day then were also scheduled to host May-Port-C-G on May 18. The Cardinals will advance to the Region 4 High School Baseball Tournament, which will be held in Grafton May 22-24. The Cards and Spoilers ended up tied for first place in the standings, and the only tie breaker is a coin flip, which Grafton won. Langdon-Edmore-Munich is now the second seed in the tourney and will play third seeded Park River Area at 3:30 p.m. in the first round on May 22. A full bracket for the tournament is in this week's Borderland Press. Here is a recap of the Cards last two conference games: Grafton 8, Langdon-Edmore-Munich 1 Against the Spoilers, each team scored a run in the first inning. Grafton brought home Chance Burns after he was safe on a controversial run down play, with the Cardinals arguing that he ran way out of the baseline.

Langdon-Edmore-Munich got that run back in the bottom of the first after Mason Romfo doubled to the left field fence and later came home on a wild pitch. Markus Kingzett got his third start of the season for the Cardinals and pitched well, striking out 10 hitters but had trouble spotting his breaking stuff in the third. He allowed Grafton to scored three runs on three wild pitches. They had another three-run inning in the fifth on four hits with a triple by Tony Villareal and a two-bagger by Trenton Keena.

Nick Kingzett celebrated his 17th birthday on the mound and allowed just one hit in five innings pitched while striking out five Grizzlies hitters.

Carter's homer was PCN's only hit of the game.

LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 16, PEMBINA COUNTY NORTH 2 (5 INNINGS) PCN -- 200 00 -- 2 1 1 LEM -- 507 4x -- 16 16 1 WP -- Nick Kingzett; LP -- Brecken Thorpe Highlights -- LEM: Brady Regner 3x3 HR 2B RBI, Theo Romfo 1x1 2B 3 RBIs, Dawson Hein 1x3 HR RBI, Kadyn Hein 3x3 2 2Bs, Mason Romfo 3x4 2B RBI, Jack Romfo 2x4 2B 3 RBIs, Carter Tetrault 1x3 2B 2 RBIs, Parker Rime 1x1 2B 2 RBIs; PCN: Landon Carter 1x2 HR 2 RBIs

Jack Romfo connects for a base hit in the Cards win over NB in Munich May 15th. Photo

by Larry Stokke.

Nickolas Kingzett eyes the ball before driving it into the outfield for a base hit into the outfield for a base hit against NB. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Dawson Hein puts out a North Border player for an out at first base. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Mason Romfo slides safely into 2nd base on a missed catch by the 2nd baseman.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

The Cards had base runners but did not get any rallies going to get back in the game; they had just four hits on the day.

GRAFTON 8, LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 1 G -103 130 0 -- 8 7 2 LEM -100 000 0 -- 1 4 2 WP -- Kyler Droog; LP -- Markus Kingzett Highlights -- LEM: Kingzett 10 Ks, Mason Romfo 1x2 2B; G: Tony Villiareal 1x3 3B RBI, Trenton Keena 2x4 2B RBI Langdon-Edmore-Munich 16, Pembina County North 2 (5 Innings) Things got much better for the Cardinals in a home game versus the Grizzlies at Edgar Westphal Field in Munich. After PCN scored first on a two-run homer by Landon Carter in the top of the first, the Cards hit backto-back-to-back home runs in the bottom of the inning from Theo Romfo, Dawson Hein and Brady Regner. All told, the Cardinals would pound out 16 hits for the game, led by three each from Regner, Kadyn Hein, Jack Romfo and Mason Romfo.

Kadyn Hein gets back to base beating the tag out at first base. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Jack Romfo wins the race back to 1st base with the ball. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Cole Welsh raises a cloud of dust sliding into home plate scoring for the Cards in their win over Rugby. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Nickolas Kingzett slides into 2nd base in the Cards win over HNW. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Jake’s Take on Sports day most of you get this paper, softball regionals start on May 20, and the Region 4 High School Baseball Tournament will begin on May 22. It’s a fun time of year, made even more fun when everyone is getting the crop in and moods have changed for the better. Let’s hope it continues that way.

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor Lots of postseason madness happening the next couple of weeks This is the time of year that the spring sports postseason hits, and there is a lot going on. I guess it is not a whole lot different than the whole month of May! Regional track is ready to go the

Cardinals baseball team loses chance to host Region 4 Tourney on a coin flip It’s rather wild how the LangdonEdmore-Munich Cardinals baseball team has had a fantastic year so far, but things can change in high school sports in an instant, which it did for the Cards, slightly. They lost an important game to Grafton on May 13, which ended up putting them in a tie for first place with the Spoilers for the top spot in Region 4. The only tie breaker in the region by-laws is a coin flip, not run differential or anything

like that. So the coin was flipped, and Grafton won the toss. This will give them the top seed in the tourney and, more importantly, give them the honor of hosting the tournament May 22-24.

Now, this doesn’t stop any of the goals the Cards have from happening, it just makes them a little more difficult.

Langdon-Edmore-Munich is now the second seed in the tourney and will play Park River Area in the first round May 22 at 3:30 p.m. You can find a full bracket in this week’s paper and also hear every game on KNDK 1080, 98.7 FM and myborderland.com.

You can also find a Region 2 softball bracket for the Cardinals girls softball team, who has been playing very well and seeded fourth in that tourney beginning in Thompson on May 20.

A shout out goes out to more kids on the Langdon-Edmore-Munich track team on getting qualified for the State Track Meet in Bismarck the last weekend of this month. Cora Badding, Cody Amble, and Meredith Romfo are already in for the triple jump, long jump and javelin, and now Rudy Moser is in for the 3,200 meter run.

Rudy just took up this event recently and has been shaving his personal best time down in each meet. He will now go to State after a great run at a Last Chance Meet in Devils Lake on May 15. The Cards were hoping to qualify more athletes at the Northeast Regional in Larimore on May 19.

Pembina County North has had many kids just miss qualifying times and jumps, but they hope that will change at the Regional as well.

Langdon-Edmore-Munich track qualifies more athletes for state; Tuesday Men’s League Golf set Pembina County North close to to begin May 23 at the Langdon getting their first Country Club; Walhalla to host

varsity high school meet May 22 We will finish up with some golf talk.

The Tuesday Men’s Golf League is set to begin May 23 at the Langdon Country Club. There still may be room in either the 3:30 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. shift. The Langdon Edmore Munich boys golf team continues to be busy, as they get ready for the Region 3 Meet in Devils Lake on May 29. The Walhalla Country Club is hosting a varsity meet on May 22.

Congrats to all Munich graduates!

And one more thing, the Munich School will hold Graduation Day on May 21. We are told there are six graduates this year, and congrats to them all!

The Langdon and North Border schools will have their graduations on May 28. Fun time of year!

“See ya!” next week!

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Langdon-Edmore-Munich Track Rolla Kiwanis Invite at St. John on May 12

Devils Lake Rotary Meet on May 15

JUNIOR HIGH

Girls

Performers of the Meet: Karson Hansen and Erika Bakke

Performer of the Meet: Christine Joyner

8th Grade Girls 1st Place - Erika Bakke - 100m - 13.90 - personal best 1st Place - 4x100 Relay - 59.02 - Meggy Hetletved, Erika Bakke, Kemi Morstad, Taya Feist 2nd Place - Erika Bakke - 200m - 29.62 - personal best 3rd Place - Erika Bakke - 400m - 1:11.63

1st Place - Meredith Romfo - javelin - 11.5’4” - state qualifier 2nd Place - McKenna Schneider, Erika Bakke, Drew Rostvet, Cora Badding 4x200 - 1:54.37 3rd Place - McKenna Schneider, Erika Bakke, Drew Rostvet, Taya Feist 4x100 - 54.57 - season best 4th Place - Christine Joyner - shot put - 30’9 ½ 4th Olivia Lorenz - 1600m - 5:57.56 5th Place - Drew Rostvet - 100m - 13.5 5th Place - Christine Joyner - disc - 89’7” - personal best 6th Place - Meggy Hetletved - 100h - 19.32 7th Place - Cora Badding - 400m - 1:08.56 8th Place - Olivia Lorenz - 800m - 2:43.58 - personal best

7th Grade Girls 1st Place - Meggy Hetletved - 100h - 18.81 - personal best 1st Place - Emma Hall - shot put - 30’5 3rd Place - Meggy Hetletved - 200h - 34.34 3rd Place - Kemi Morstad - 100m - 14.38 - personal best 3rd Place - Taya Feist - 400m - 1:09.32 3rd Place - Kemi Morstad - pole vault - 6’ - personal best 7th Place - Taya Feist - 100h - 21.97 8th Place - Taya Feist - 200h - 38.0 8th Place - Ella Brekke - 100h - 23.61 8th Place - Meggy Hetletved - 200m - 31.36 - personal best Junior High Boys 1st Place - Karson Hansen - pole vault - 7’0 - personal best 2nd Place - Caleb McDonald - 400m - 1:08.06 2nd Place - Caleb McDonald - 200m - 28.44 - personal best 4th Place - Caleb McDonald - long jump - 13’6” 5th Place - Karson Hansen - 400m - 1:11.76 6th Place - Caleb McDonald - 100m - 14.12 - personal best 7th Place - Karson Hansen - 100m - 14.14 - personal best 7th Place - Levi Olson - long jump - 4’2 - personal best 8th Place - Karson Hansen - 200m - 29.96 - personal best

Larimore Invite on May 13

Boys

Ethan Okeson threw the discus 101 feet, a personal best for him. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Performers of the Meet: Rudy Moser and Jake Sanders 2nd Place - Cody Amble - 400m - 53.11 - personal best 2nd Place - Rudy Moser - 3200m - 10:20.08 - state qualifier, personal best 2nd Place - Evan Hall, Miles Fincher, Tanner McDonald, Cody Amble - 4x400 3:45.54 - personal best 3rd Place - Jake Sanders - pole vault - 11’0” - personal best 3rd Place - Eli Johnson - high jump - 5’6” 3rd Place - Robert Still, Miles Fincher, Cody Amble, Tanner McDonald - 4x200 - 1:38.34 - season best 3rd Place - Robert Still, Miles Fincher, Cody Amble, Tanner McDonald - 4x100 - 48.34 4th Place - Mason Christianson - 3200m - 10:50.74 5th Place - Noah Foster - 1600m - 5:27 - personal best 6th Place - Jacob Lowery - disc - 112’03

Girls

Mason Christianson had a personal best time of 10:45.13, his season best in the 3200 meter run placing him 3rd. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Performer of the Meet: Olivia Lorenz 2nd Place - Drew Rostvet - 100m - 13.5 3rd Place - Olivia Lorenz - 3200m - 13:09.67 - personal best 4th Place - Cora Badding, Taya Feist, Erika Bakke, Drew Rostvet - 4x400 4:35.95 - season best 4th Place - Cora Badding - triple jump - 31’5” 5th Place - Olivia Lorenz - 1600m - 5:53.12 - personal best 5th Place - Drew Rostvet - 200m - 28.32 5th Place - Olivia Lorenz - pole vault - 7’ 6th Place - Meggy Hetletved, Erika Bakke, Drew Rostvet, Cora Badding 4x200 - 1:59.24 7th Place - Meggy Hetletved - 100h - 19.46 7th Place - Cora Badding - long jump - 14’0 8th Place - Meggy Hetletved - 300h - 56.38 Boys Evan Hall placed 9th with a throw of 97 feet in DL May 8th. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Performer of the Meet: Rudy Moser 1st Place - Rudy Moser - 3200m - 10:28.28 - personal best 2nd Place - Rudy Moser - 1600m - 4:57.30 - personal best 3rd Place - Evan Hall, Miles Fincher, Cody Amble, Tanner McDonald - 4x200 1:39.46 - season best 3rd Place - Mason Christianson - 3200m - 10:45.13 - season best 3rd Place - Evan Hall, Miles Fincher, Tanner McDonald - 4x400 - 3:50.58 season best 5th Place - Mason Christianson - 1600m - 5:01.66 - personal best 5th Place - Jake Sanders - pole vault - 10’6 6th Place - Evan Hall, Miles Fincher, Tanner McDonald, Robert Still, Cody Amble - 4x100 - 48.78 7th Place - Eli Johnson - high jump - 5’4 8th Place - Noah Foster - 3200m - 11:47.69 - personal best 8th Place - Cody Amble - long jump - 17’10

Pembina County North placed 2nd in the 4x100 relay with teammates Tage Holmquist, Jesse Eisenbeis, Ray Domingeuz and Micah Dutch. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Jonathan Lill gets advice from Coach Bailey Reiser. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Jake Sanders vaulted 10'6" for a 5th place finish in Larimore. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Cody Amble finished 5th in the long jump.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

In the 200 meter run, Drew Rostvet finished 5th and Megan Misson took home 8th place.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

Meggy Hetletved placed 8th in the 300 hurdles in Larimore May 15th. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Meredith Romfo took 1st place with a throw of 120' 9" in DL May 8th. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Megan Misson in the high jump placed 3rd with a 4'8" . Photo by Larry Stokke.

Ariana Thebeau jumped 4'6" to place 8th in Larimore May 13th Photo by Larry Stokke.

Reed Scherr threw 34' 9" good for 9th place in DL May 8th. Photo by Larry Stokke.

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Alumni basketball game held in Walhalla

Alumni basketball players took on the 2022-23 basketball team in Walhalla on Saturday, May 13. Photos by Larry Stokke.

Cardinals steamroll Spoilers 20-5 in final region game of the year

2023 Region 4 Baseball Tournament

Moen homers, has 5 RBIs as the Cards lock in fourth seed for Region 2 Tourney

By Jake Kulland

With just a little more than a week before the Region 2 Tournament, the Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals high school softball team had a busy run to end their regular season. The Cards won their last region game at Grafton in a big way, 20-5, on May 11.

They then went to play in a jamboree in Fargo on May 12-13. Their game on May 12 got rained out, they then lost to Wilton-Wing 13-9 after allowing seven runs in the top of the seventh inning on May 13. They played Glenburn and won 27-9 later the same day. Jalynn Swanson had a home run, six runs batted in and scored five times. Langdon-Edmore-Munich's record now stands at 10-5 on the season and 6-3 in Region 2 games. That will put them as the fourth seed in the upcoming regional tourney to be held in Thompson on May 20. They will play fifth seeded Pembina County North in the first round. A bracket for the tourney can be found in this week's paper.

In their league game at Grafton, the Cardinals got hits up and down the lineup for a total of 14. The Cards also took advantage of eight Spoilers' errors. They put up three runs each in both the first and second innings with LEM's three on Grafton miscues.

Langdon-Edmore-Munich really got rolling in the second. After singles by

4 - Midway Minto

McKenna Schneider and Jalynn Swanson, Jada Moen came up and swatted a three-run homer to left field, her second of the season, to begin to turn the game into a runaway. The Lady Cards put 11 runs on the scoreboard in the fourth and added two more in the fifth to end up winning the game by the 10run rule.

Moen finished with three hits and five runs batted in with Schneider also having three base knocks. Breana Wagner and Jaya Henderson each had two hits with Wagner and Raeleiigh Ratzlaff having two RBIs apiece.

Tallia Johnston was on the mound and got the win, battling through seven walks but allowing just four hits.

LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 20, GRAFTON 5 (5 INNINGS) LEM -- 331 (11)2 -- 20 14 3 G -- 102 02 -- 5 4 8 WP -- Tallia Johnston; LP -- Siri Olson Highlights -- LEM: Jada Moen 3x4 HR 5 RBIs, McKenna Schneider 3x4, Jaya Henderson 2x4 RBI, Breanna Wagner 2x4 2 RBIs, Raeleigh Ratzlaff 1x5 2 RBIs, Jalynn Swanson 1x3 4 Runs; G: Jocelyn Degelder 2x2, Claire Olson 1x2 RBI

L-E-M and North Border compete at the Cavalier Country Club The region 3 individual qualifier was held at the Cavalier Country on Monday, May 15. Photos by Larry Stokke.

TJ Cosley tee's off in Cavalier May 15th.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

Alex Gellner shot an 82 placing him 3rd at the Cavalier Meet. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Keaton Ullyott's put gets him close to the cup at the Golf Meet in Cavalier May 15th.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

Rayce Worley sinks a put at the Cavalier Meet May 15th. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Carson Brown sinks a put and finished the round with a score of 87.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

1 - Grafton

5 - PCN

Played at Grafton

Loser of Game 7 if they won game 4

Game 3 Monday, May 22 25min after g. 2

Game 1 Monday, May 22 1:30PM

Game 4 Tuesday, May 23 1:30PM 2 - Langdon Area Game 2 Monday, May 22 25min after g. 1 3 - Park River Area

Umpires: North Valley Umpires Association

Game 8 (if necessary) Wednesday, May 24 25min after g. 7

Game 7 Wednesday, May 24 Time TBD

Loser of Game 4 Loser of Game 2 Game 5 Tuesday, May 23 25min after g. 4 Loser of Game 3

Game 6 Tuesday, May 23 25min after g. 5

Classifieds

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HELP WANTED

HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR, Devils Lake. Hiring range $56,250-$62,500.

Lake Region Corporation provides services to people with disabilities with a staff of 125 employees. 701662-8681.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – TRIO/ POWERSKILLS CENTER. LAKE REGION STATE COLLEGE – DEVILS LAKE, ND. This is a full-time, 12-month, grant funded position, grant funding renewed for 5 years. Fully paid family or single health insurance, life insurance, sick leave, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, retirement, etc. The TRiO/ PowerSkills Center Administrative Assistant is a collaborative position that supports advisors, departmental leadership, staff, and students. Go to www.lrsc.edu/jobopportunities for more information.

ADMISSIONS/FINANCIAL AID SPECIALIST. WILLISTON STATE COLLEGE – WILLISTON, ND. This is a 12-month position with full benefits. The primary responsibilities include providing office support in Student Services and Financial Aid by assisting students with their application for admission and their application for financial aid, preparing student files, processing information/applications using computer software, and assisting with the recruitment of students by helping coordinate and staff a variety of on campus events. Go to https://willistonstate.edu/about/Employment/ for more information.

CAMPUS STORE ASSISTANT. LAKE REGION STATE COLLEGE – DEVILS LAKE, ND. This is a 12-month position with full benefits, including paid family health insurance. Duties include daily operations of the point of sale system, assists customers, conducts a checks and balances of cash register receipts, is responsible for receiving incoming merchandise and assisting with inventory management; manage daily operation of the coffee bar; and keep the bookstore’s website updated and promote a growing web presence. Must be responsible, proficient in word processing and spreadsheet

software, knowledge of standard office machines, and strong customer service skills. For more information go to www.lrsc.edu/jobopportunities.

CUSTODIAN. LAKE REGION STATE COLLEGE – DEVILS LAKE. This is a flexible position working Monday through Friday, 8 consecutive hours between 6:00am-7:00pm, including rotating weekends. Fully paid family or single health insurance, life insurance, annual leave, sick leave, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, retirement, etc.

Responsibilities include vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, removal of trash, cleaning restrooms, classrooms, and offices. Go to www.lrsc. edu/jobopportunities for more information.

YOU CAN PLACE a 25-word classified ad—like this one—in every North Dakota newspaper for only $160. It’s easy. Contact this newspaper for details.

HELP WANTED - The City of Langdon will be accepting applications for a part-time Activity Center Assistant.

Hours required are day shifts and some weekends. Applicants must be motivated and self-managers. Salary will DOE. Applications may be picked up and submitted at the Activity Center at 516 10th Ave., Langdon, ND 58249. Applications are being accepted until June 1 at 12:00 p.m. City of Langdon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Looking to Hire: Mt. Carmel Rec Area Manager. Seasonal position. Also hiring a summer groundskeeper. Applications can be picked up at the Water Board office.

DIRECTOR OF TAX EQUALIZATION The Pembina County Commission is seeking to fill the position of Tax Equalization Director. The Tax Director is an appointed position and is responsible for ensuring that all real property within the county receives a uniform assessment (by working with township and city assessors in the county). The Tax Director oversees

appraisal and assessment work of all agricultural (including soil assessments), commercial, and residential properties and mobile homes within the county for taxation purposes.

Applicants must be able to work independently, communicate effectively with members of the public, prioritize importance of work, and meet deadlines in a timely manner; two to four years of college level schooling or equivalent experience is required.

Training or experience a must in the areas of public administration, business administration, economics, accounting, or property appraisal techniques and valuation principles. A complete job description and application is available at the Pembina County Auditor’s office or online at www. pembinacountynd.com/hr . Full earning potential is $52,176 - $73,392/ yr. Completed application and resume must be received by 4:30 pm on June 2; all applicant information can be submitted to Human Resources at parkerkonor@nd.gov or 301 Dakota Street W #1, Cavalier ND 58220. This position is not subject to the Veteran’s Preference Laws of the State of ND. PEMBINA COUNTY SEEKS DEPUTY CLERK/RECORDER The Pembina County Clerk/Recorder is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Clerk/Recorder. The Deputy Clerk/ Recorder assists in the duties of the Clerk / Recorder office. Facilitates and performs all functions necessary to file, record, monitor and maintain information related to real estate documents, and all court-related documents and transactions. Applicants must be able to work independently, communicate effectively with members of the public, prioritize importance of work, and meet deadlines in a timely manner. A complete job description and application is available on the Pembina County website.

Full earning potential is $42,456 - $59,724/yr. Completed Pembina County application and resume must be received by 4:30 pm on June 2nd; all applicant information can be submitted to Human Resources at parkerkonor@nd.gov or 301 Dakota Street W #1, Cavalier ND 58220.

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Public Notices

The Borderland Press

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

19380

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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American Home Assurance Company In the state of New York Total Assets 21,987,884,573.00 Total Liabilities 14,131,395,504.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds

669,806,735.00 Common Capital Stock 31,121,080.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

6,729,603,995.00 Unassigned Funds 425,957,259.00 Total Capital and Surplus 7,856,489,069.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

21,987,884,573.00

American Mercury Insurance Company In the state of Oklahoma Total Assets 187,463,466.00 Total Liabilities 51,382,815.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds

0 Common Capital Stock 3,750,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

52,236,280.00 Unassigned Funds 80,094,371.00 Total Capital and Surplus 136,080,651.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

187,463,466.00

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

Total Direct Premiums Earned 1,608,177.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 5,754,975.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 1,842.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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American Modern Property and Casualty Insurance Company In the state of Ohio Total Assets 445,442,717.00 Total Liabilities 315,629,977.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds

0 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

125,700,000.00 Unassigned Funds -887,259.00 Total Capital and Surplus 129,812,741.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

445,442,718.00 North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022 Total Direct Premiums Earned 2,352,243.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 1,364,797.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

42897 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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American Service Insurance Company, Inc In the state of Illinois Total Assets

6,725,775.00 Total Liabilities 140,126.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds

0 Common Capital Stock 3,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus 3,897,705.00 Unassigned Funds -312,056.00 Total Capital and Surplus 6,585,649.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus 6,725,775.00

American States Insurance Company In the state of Indiana Total Assets 59,558,111.00 Total Liabilities 15,567,727.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

29,693,486.00 Unassigned Funds 9,296,898.00 Total Capital and Surplus 43,990,384.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

59,558,111.00

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

Total Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Direct Losses Incurred 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 1,167.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred -14,247.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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American Insurance Company (The) In the state of Ohio Total Assets 59,148,399.00 Total Liabilities 32,810,664.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 10,501,770.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

15,173,983.00 Unassigned Funds 661,982.00 Total Capital and Surplus 26,337,735.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

59,148,399.00

American Modern Home Insurance Company In the state of Ohio Total Assets 1,204,586,982.00 Total Liabilities 969,467,502.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

103,771,315.00 Unassigned Funds 126,348,164.00 Total Capital and Surplus 235,119,479.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

1,204,586,981.00

American Sentinel Insurance Company In the state of Mississippi Total Assets 16,231,263.00 Total Liabilities 433,545.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 4,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus 9,509,000.00 Unassigned Funds 2,288,718.00 Total Capital and Surplus 15,797,718.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

16,231,263.00

American Southern Home Insurance Company In the state of Florida Total Assets 93,451,882.00 Total Liabilities 52,708,326.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 3,500,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus 3,300,000.00 Unassigned Funds 33,943,556.00 Total Capital and Surplus 40,743,556.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

93,451,882.00

American Strategic Insurance Corp In the state of Florida Total Assets 2,638,221,916.00 Total Liabilities 2,004,636,852.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

825,252,945.00 Unassigned Funds -196,667,881.00 Total Capital and Surplus 633,585,064.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

2,638,221,916.00

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

Total Direct Premiums Earned -8,823.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 135,432.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 1,097,056.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 232,726.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Direct Losses Incurred 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Direct Losses Incurred 10,572.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 9,841,664.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 8,245,222.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

19623

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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American Summit Insurance Company In the state of Texas Total Assets 119,226,609.00 Total Liabilities 42,535,680.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 4,200,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 7,500,000.00 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

69,651,450.00 Unassigned Funds -4,660,521.00 Total Capital and Surplus 76,690,929.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus 119,226,609.00

American West Insurance Company In the state of North Dakota Total Assets 55,484,230.00 Total Liabilities 40,527,063.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 3,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus 3,001,000.00 Unassigned Funds 8,956,167.00 Total Capital and Surplus 14,957,167.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

55,484,230.00

Amerisure Insurance Company In the state of Michigan Total Assets 944,731,712.00 Total Liabilities 713,009,266.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 12,500,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

26,000,000.00 Unassigned Funds 193,222,446.00 Total Capital and Surplus 231,722,446.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

944,731,712.00

Argonaut Insurance Company In the state of Illinois Total Assets 2,285,012,028.00 Total Liabilities 1,290,582,540.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 4,500,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

525,520,936.00 Unassigned Funds 464,408,552.00 Total Capital and Surplus 994,429,488.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

2,285,012,028.00

ARI Insurance Company In the state of Pennsylvania Total Assets 50,746,750.00 Total Liabilities 1,654,575.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 4,201,800.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

40,798,200.00 Unassigned Funds 4,092,175.00 Total Capital and Surplus 49,092,175.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

50,746,750.00

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

Total Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Direct Losses Incurred 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 5,864,393.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 4,589,400.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 186,369.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 19,266.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 492,273.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 107,358.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Direct Losses Incurred

0 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

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American Surety Company In the state of Indiana Total Assets 11,409,526.00 Total Liabilities 2800046.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 1827844 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

2650000 Unassigned Funds 4131636 Total Capital and Surplus 8,609,480.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

11,409,526.00

American Zurich Insurance Company In the state of Illinois Total Assets 287,479,495.12 Total Liabilities 84,820,833.11 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

192,140,590.40 Unassigned Funds 5,518,071.61 Total Capital and Surplus 202,658,662.01 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

287,479,495.12

Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company In the state of Michigan Total Assets 2,627,920,718.00 Total Liabilities 1539205960 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

75,000,001.00 Unassigned Funds 1,008,714,757.00 Total Capital and Surplus 1,088,714,758.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

2,627,920,718.00

Argonaut-Midwest Insurance Company In the state of Illinois Total Assets 22,107,377.00 Total Liabilities 4,423,201.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 3,750,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus 1,175,000.00 Unassigned Funds 12,759,176.00 Total Capital and Surplus 17,684,176.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

22,107,377.00

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022

Total Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Direct Losses Incurred 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 1,830,052.18 Total Direct Losses Incurred 1,539,031.01 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned -9,945.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred -16,454.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

Total Direct Premiums Earned 3,551.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 649.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

41459

Armed Forces Insurance Exchange In the state of Kansas Total Assets 101,079,428.00 Total Liabilities 58,998,849.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus 0 Unassigned Funds 42,080,579.00 Total Capital and Surplus 42,080,579.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

101,079,428.00 North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022 Total Direct Premiums Earned 84,505.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 4,449.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 of the

23752

Ascot Insurance Company In the state of Colorado Total Assets 756,559,498.00 Total Liabilities 384,841,059.00 Aggregate write-ins for special surplus funds 0 Common Capital Stock 4,200,000.00 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate Write-ins for Other Than Special Surplus Funds 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross Paid in and Contributed Surplus

530,019,537.00 Unassigned Funds -162,501,098.00 Total Capital and Surplus 371,718,439.00 Total Liabilities, Capital and Surplus

756,559,498.00 North Dakota Business Only For the Year 2022 Total Direct Premiums Earned 518,980.00 Total Direct Losses Incurred 115,935.00 Total Accident and Health Direct Premiums Earned 0 Total Accident and Health Direct Losses Incurred 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Jon Godfread, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2023 (SEAL), JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance

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North Border School Election set for June 13th The annual election for the North Border School District #100 will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Polling places will be located in the following: Pembina School, Pembina, ND; Neche City Office, Neche, ND; and Walhalla School, Walhalla, ND. Polls will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Voters may vote at any polling place within the district.

The North Border School Board shall consist of seven members with two members from each of the former districts and one at large. Three current members will be continuing next year in their unexpired terms, so there are four vacancies to be filled – one from the geographic area of Pembina, one from the geographic area of Neche, one from the geographic area of Walhalla, and one ‘At Large’. All voters of North Border School District #100 will vote for all members. Therefore, each voter should vote for a total of four (4) members in this election by marking the box to the left of the name and/or listing a write in candidate.

The following have submitted an application for nomination for the School Board Election: DeWilliam Moore has filed for the seat in the former Pembina District (2 years left of a 3-year term), Jared Hanson has filed for the seat in the former Neche District, Heather Duerre has filed for the seat in the former Walhalla District, and Jeffrey Watts and Ashley Schafer have filed for the ‘At Large’ seat. Terms are for three (3) years unless listed otherwise.

Terms of current school board members that are ending this year (June 30, 2023) are: Tom Zaharia, who represents Pembina (appointed until June 2023); Jared Hanson, who represents Neche (3-year term); Jared Johnson, who represents Walhalla (3-year term); and Jeffrey Watts, who represents ‘At Large’ (3-year term).

Other members of the School Board include: Shannon Cosley, Amber Dunnigan, and Kirk Morrison.

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2023 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance and WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, JON GODFREAD, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above named company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2024.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2023 (SEAL) JON GODFREAD Commissioner of Insurance May 5, 12, 19, 2023

NORTH BORDER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | March 15, 2023

SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES

NORTH BORDER SCHOOL DISTRICT #100 | March 1, 2023

SPECIAL SCHOOL A Regular Meeting of the North Bor- Pembina, and Walhalla on June 13, BOARD MINUTES der Public School Board was held on 2023, and to allow Business ManagWednesday, March 15, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the North Border School-Walhalla. Members present: Shannon Cosley, Kirk Morrison, Jared Johnson, Amber Dunnigan, Jeff Watts, and Jared Hanson. Others present: Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Seth Engelstad, Principal Amb, Principal Hope, Principal Gruenberg, and Business Manager Trupe.

Members Absent: none The meeting was called to order by Mr. Watts at 6:33 p.m.

Public Participation: none Mr. Johnson motioned to approve the agenda with the addition of the hiring of Brooke McKay – Girls Softball (W) and Tim Hartje – Golf (W), and to appoint Tom Zaharia to fill the board vacancy. Mr. Morrison seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken; motion passed unanimously.

Luke Longtin presented to the board in the mezzanine about the wrestling program. He thanked the North Border Sports Boosters for their donation toward buying new singlets for the Little Kid Wrestling program. No motion was made.

Ms. Dunnigan motioned to approve Consent Agenda including the regular meeting minutes of February 15, 2023, February bills, the February Financial Report, the resignation of Janet Johnson – Concessions (W) and Shayde Olsen – Para (W), the hiring of Brooke McKay – Girls Softball (W) and Tim Hartje – Golf (W). Mr. Hanson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken; motion passed unanimously.

All administration reported the happenings in their buildings; reports are on file.

The Athletic Directors presented to the board on their roles and duties.

No motion was made.

The board recognized staff members: Shon Horgan – inducted into ND Coaching Hall of Fame; Mitch Greenwood – Region 2 wrestling coach of the year; Mrs. Gruenberg – Bell Ringer Award; Mr. Amb – Golden Apple Award; Ms. Crosby – Maverick 105 Teacher of the Month. The radio station noted that our district teachers received a lot of nominations for the Teacher of the Month award. The board congratulated everyone.

Mr. Johnson motioned to approve polling sites for the election in Neche,

er Trupe to hire the necessary workers for the election. Ms. Cosley seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken; motion passed unanimously.

Mr. Hanson motioned to approve to fill the board vacancy left by Jennifer Martin (P) with Tom Zaharia until the remainder of the term is complete June 30. Ms. Dunnigan seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken; motion passed unanimously.

The board discussed lawn mowing at both schools. No motion was made.

Mr. Hanson motioned to approve the completion of the Superintendent Formal Evaluation. Mr. Johnson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken; motion passed unanimously.

Ms. Cosley motioned to approve adding Jennifer Martin to the signature cards for the Activity and Hot Lunch accounts at KodaBank. Mr. Johnson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken; motion passed unanimously.

Mr. Johnson motioned to approve getting another credit card for Pembina in Jennifer Martin’s name. Mr. Morrison seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken; motion passed unanimously.

The next regular board meeting will be April 19, 2023, in Pembina at 6:30 p.m.

The board went into executive session at 7:51 p.m. under NDCC 44-04-19.2 to discuss negotiating strategy and was attended by Jared Johnson, Jared Hanson, Jeff Watts, Amber Dunnigan, Shannon Cosley, Kirk Morrison, Superintendent Engelstad, and Business Manager Trupe.

The executive session ended at 8:12 p.m.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m.

A Special Board Retreat Meeting of the North Border Public School Board was held on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 5:53 p.m. at Chizzy’s in Walhalla. Members Present: Jared Johnson, Jared Hanson, Amber Dunnigan, Shannon Cosley and Jeff Watts. Others present: Superintendent Engelstad, Principal Amb, Principal Hope, Principal Gruenberg and Business Manager Trupe.

Members absent: Kirk Morrison Meeting was called to order by President Watts at 5:53 p.m.

The board discussed the following topics: Cavalier CTE opportunity; sports co-op; funding formula – transition minimum, mill levy, consolidation; transportation; sports boosters uses; administrative positions; committee chairs and restructure; dual credit classes/study halls; college classes/ eligibility; and ESSER money The Special Board Retreat Meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m.

ATTEST: Jeff Watts, President Kendra Trupe, Business Manager Received by The Borderland Press on Friday, May 12.

NORTH BORDER SCHOOL DISTRICT #100 | March 22, 2023

SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES A Special Meeting of the North Border Public School Board was held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at North Border - Walhalla. Members Present: Jared Johnson, Jared Hanson (via zoom), Amber Dunnigan, Shannon Cosley, Kirk Morrison, Tom Zaharia, and Jeff Watts. Others present: Superintendent Engelstad and Business Manager Trupe.

The executive session began at 6:33 p.m. and was attended by Jared Johnson, Jared Hanson (via zoom), Amber Dunnigan, Shannon Cosley, Kirk Morrison, Tom Zaharia, Jeff Watts, Superintendent Engelstad and Business Manager Trupe.

Members absent: none

Ms. Cosley motioned to approve the negotiation strategy parameters as set forth in executive session, seconded by Ms. Dunnigan. Through a roll call vote: all members present voted yes, motion passed.

Meeting was called to order by President Watts at 6:30 p.m.

Mr. Johnson motioned to approve the agenda, seconded by Ms. Dunnigan.

Through a roll call vote: all members present voted yes; motion passed.

ATTEST: Jeffrey Watts, President Kendra Trupe, Business Manager Received by The Borderland Press on Friday, May 12.

The executive session ended at 8:04 p.m.

The Special Board Meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

The board went into Executive Session under NDCC 15.1-16-22 for the purpose of discussing negotiating strategy for certified staff.

ATTEST: Jeff Watts, President Kendra Trupe, Business Manager

Mr. Johnson motioned to approve the agenda, seconded by Mr. Hanson.

Through a roll call vote: all members present voted yes, motion passed.

present voted yes, motion passed.

Ms. Dunnigan motioned to accept the resignation of Mrs. Jessica Miranda at the end of the 2022-2023 school year, seconded by Mr. Johnson.

Through a roll call vote: all members

ATTEST: Jeff Watts, President Kendra Trupe, Business Manager

Received by The Borderland Press on Friday, May 12.

NORTH BORDER SCHOOL DISTRICT #100 | March 1, 2023

SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES A Special Meeting of the North Border Public School Board was held on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 5:50 p.m. at Chizzy’s in Walhalla. Members Present: Jared Johnson, Jared Hanson, Amber Dunnigan, and Jeff Watts. Others present: Superintendent Engelstad, Principal Amb, Principal Hope, Principal Gruenberg and

Business Manager Trupe.

Members absent: Shannon Cosley and Kirk Morrison Meeting was called to order by President Watts at 5:50 p.m.

There was no public participation.

The Special Board Meeting was adjourned at 5:52 p.m.

Received by The Borderland Press on Friday, May 12.

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Views from the Borderland-Walhalla On Friday, May 12 the North Border Walhalla Drama Club performed “A Family Reunion to Die For,” written by Matt Steele and Michael Steele, published by Pioneer Drama Service. The production was held at the Walla Theater in Walhalla. Photos by Melanie Thornberg.