The Borderland Press - May 26, 2023

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In this Issue:

Community: Staying Hip with Halle: Officially Educated, Pg. A7

Community: Munich High School graduates six students, Pg. A6

Sports: Cards and Grizzlies compete at the Regional Track Meet, Pg. B1

Friday, May 26, 2023

Volume 2, Number 20

Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area to become N.D.’s 14th state park BISMARCK, N.D. – The Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area (PGSRA) will be developed into North Dakota’s 14th state park with funding secured by the North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department (NDPRD) during the 2023 legislative session, Gov. Doug Burgum announced on Monday, May 22.

Development of the park will include underground utilities; roads; an approximately 35-site campground; six all-season, full-service cabins; a comfort station; shop and seasonal staff accommodations at a cost of approximately $8 million. Future development of the park may include a visitor center with indoor and outdoor learning areas and retail and office space.

The 2023 Legislature approved $6 million dollars for the new park facilities. The additional $2 million for the initial development will come from a matching federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grant. Burgum recommended funding for the Pembina Gorge campground project in his executive budget proposal in December.

“The Pembina Gorge is one of North Dakota’s most beautiful areas, offering an incredible array of recreational activities including canoeing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, skiing, snowmobiling, hunting and birdwatching.

Establishing our 14th state park in the Pembina Gorge will elevate its status as a must-see destination and provide additional opportunities for visitors from North Dakota and beyond to experience all that this special area has to offer,” Burgum said. “We are deeply grateful to the Legislature, our state Parks & Recreation Department and all the local and regional stakeholders whose tireless work and passion for the Pembina Gorge helped bring this vision to reality.”

The PGSRA opened to the public in 2012. Since opening, the recreation area has expanded its trail system to include 30 miles of trails open to hiking, equestrian and OHV use as well

as a parking area and vault facilities at the trailhead.

Photos by Sarah Hinnenkamp.

In 2017, NDPRD secured an additional 165 acres near the recreation area for future development of a campground. Throughout 2022 and 2023 the department has been working with an engineering firm to develop preliminary plans and drawings for the new state park.

The development of the Pembina Gorge into a state park has been a more than 10-year effort that continues to be supported by public and private partners. The project was started through a master planning effort that was completed in 2014. This plan was created to establish and guide a long-term vision for visitor experience, facility development, resource conservation and management of this property.

The love for the Pembina Gorge runs deep through the Rendezvous Region of northeastern North Dakota, across the state and across borders.

A top destination for adventure seekers, the PGSRA encompasses 2,800 acres of public land in the scenic Pembina River Gorge. With steep valley cliffs towering over small, isolated prairies and pocketed wetlands surrounded by the largest continuous, undisturbed forest in North Dakota, the area’s unique beauty offers many reasons to visit.

“The Pembina Gorge is a pristine area that holds incredible promise,” said NDPRD director Cody Schulz. “With over 1.2 million people within a twohour drive, the Pembina Gorge and this state park will spur additional tourism to the area. We are grateful to the Legislature for this generational investment into the project. Our vision is to enhance and grow the area into an overnight destination property that draws visitors throughout all four seasons.”

As one of the primary drivers of tourism, outdoor recreation contributes

significantly to North Dakota’s economy. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, it accounted for nearly $1.4 billion in economic activity in the state. In 2020, state park visitation alone contributed $154 million to the state’s economy and supported 1,850 jobs.

By adding overnight accommodations and destination property amenities, per-person visitor spending is expected to grow substantially. Visitor spending increased from $86 for single-day visitors to nearly $460 for multi-day visitors to the North Dakota state park system in 2020. The upgraded level of service and amenities, in addition to increased winter recreation opportunities, improves the region’s tourism and economic development, impacting the entire state.

Walhalla Chamber reacts to the news “I think it’s great that we are getting the campground. It’s something that has been in the works for a long time, and it’s something that we definitely need for Walhalla,” said Rebecca Davis, executive director for the Walhalla Area Chamber of Commerce.

Creativity on display at Langdon Area High School Art Show

By Jessica Tull

For the second year in a row, Hank's Ice Cream Shop in downtown Langdon hosted an end of the year art show presented by the high school students of Langdon Area High School. Around 45 students' art filled the shop for a little over a week.

I've heard lots of positive comments.

It's always good to get our students' art work out into the community," Lill said, explaining how the top pieces would be announced at an awards ceremony before the school year officially ended.

"Each one of my 9th through 12th grade students is told to choose their two very favorite pieces, whatever they feel are their strongest works from this semester," said Mindi Lill, art teacher for the Langdon Area Schools District, explaining how the art show ties in to their grade at the end of the year. "All of this is a great learning process for the kids."

"It's wonderful to know the community is excited to see our hard work!"

Lill added.

While last year Lill invited local artists to be judges, this year looked a little different.

Honorable mention: Claire Chaput Shanna Gette Jacob Lowery Parker Rime

"This year we decided to have a people's choice vase, so anyone who comes to observe the show can write down their favorite," Lill said.

Photos by Jessica Tull.

News Agriculture Opinion Legislative Community

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“Angelle French from the Pembina County JDA put out emails asking us to email the members of the committee. I sent several emails and basically explained that, ‘Hey, we have lodging here, but we don’t have enough lodging to support the tourism that we would love to have, and having something in the Gorge would be even more beneficial for tourism, for economic development, and even for the state as a whole, so I think it’s something really good.”

North Dakota’s most recent development of a state park was in 1989 when Cross Ranch State Park opened near Center.

Saturation patrol conducted in Cavalier County Residents of Langdon and throughout Cavalier County may have noticed a strong law enforcement presence on Thursday, May 18, including a deputy from McHenry County with a K9 unit.

According to a news release, the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Department conducted a saturation patrol covering all of Cavalier County. The purpose of the saturation was to deter crime and take a proactive approach at enforcing state and local laws to include but not limited to the following: drug offense, DUIs, warrants, and Driving Under Suspension.

ART SHOW AWARDS People’s choice: Kendra Busse Claire Chaput Jack Romfo Kartheek Chapara

Teacher’s choice: Chloe Ottem Thomas Blackburn Jaymee Reidhammer Melah Mackall

During this saturation, the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office received assistance from the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office with use of their narcotics K9. The K9 was used for narcotics sniffing of vehicles on traffic stops, common areas of apartment buildings, and hotels.

This is the second time the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office has conducted a saturation period.

"The people's choice vase is full, and

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At one point during the legislative session, the project was in danger when it was temporarily removed from the budget.

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“The saturation is believed to be an effective approach at deterring drug crime and building on community safety,” said Shane Gallagher, chief deputy of the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Department. “The saturation periods not only produce results from enforcing laws but also from an officer presence standpoint. If people know we do saturation patrols with emphasis on narcotics and have a K9 in the area, they will be less encouraged to bring drug crimes into Cavalier County.”

News

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News Briefs

By The Borderland News Center Devils Lake movie theater to reopen A group of residents from Cando and Devils Lake calling themselves the Unpopped Colonels, LLC have announced they plan to reopen the AMC Classic Lake 3 Cinema in Devils Lake. The establishment originally closed its doors at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The group says they hope to have it temporarily open for the summer before doing more extensive updates later on in 2023.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires impact Borderland Last week, wildfires in Alberta caused Environment Canada to enact air quality alerts for as far east as Ontario. Smoke from the wildfires in Alberta, Canada, continued to waft south during the week with eastern North Dakota and Minnesota enduring smoky air and hazy conditions. The National Weather Service issued an air quality alert for portions of the Borderland, warning that motorists could experience visibility reduced to a quarter of a mile.

Air Quality Alerts went into effect during the week for the entire state of Minnesota, while North Dakota endured some of the state’s poorest air quality on record Wednesday, May 17.

Officials catch migrants illegally crossing into Minnesota Officials in Kittson County recently came across a group of 20 Mexican migrants who had illegally crossed the Manitoba-Minnesota border.

The group varied in age from three to 43. The numbers of illegal migrants crossing the north border since October 2022 has already surpassed the entirety of those seen the year prior. Officials say with the end of Title 42, they expect illegal border crossing numbers to continue to increase.

Montana bans TikTok North Dakota’s neighbor Montana has become the first state in the Union to sign legislation into law which outright bans the use of the China-owned TikTok APP on all computers and smartphones within the state, further stating app stores such as the Apple and Google Play stores will not be allowed to offer the app in their online stores to Montana residents.

Click It or Ticket campaign starts The North Dakota Highway Patrol says they will begin a new “Click It or Ticket” campaign, which runs from May 22 to June 4. Later on this summer on August 1, new North Dakota legislation will also be going into effect requiring all passengers in a vehicle to be buckled up.

UND gets millions for energy research The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded UND’s Energy and Environment Research Center over $38 million to develop its carbon capture tech to be used at the Rainbow Energy Coal Creek Station. The EERC has been developing its carbon capture storage for two decades. North Dakota Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer commended the DoE’s decision.

North Dakota Game and Fish updates May highlights safe boating A week-long national safe boating public awareness campaign is May 20-26, an annual event that serves to educate boaters and water users heading into summer.

A boat should have enough U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets on board for all passengers. North Dakota law requires all children ages 10 and younger to wear a personal flotation device while in boats of less than 27 feet in length. The law also requires all personal watercraft users to wear a life jacket, as well as anyone towed on skis, tubes, boards or other similar devices. However, state law allows an individual who is at least 16 years of age to windsurf or boardsail without wearing a PFD.

Guide.

Leave baby animals alone, watch for deer The North Dakota Game and Fish Department offers a simple message to the well-intentioned who want to pick up and rescue what appear to be orphaned baby animals this time of year: don’t touch them. Whether it is a young fawn, duckling, cottontail rabbit or a songbird, it is better to leave them alone.

Often, young animals are not abandoned or deserted, and the mother is probably nearby. Young wildlife are purposely secluded by adults to protect them from predators.

In addition, effective Aug. 1, a new state law will allow an individual engaged in barefoot skiing or surfing to wear a wet suit. A life preserver must be on board the towing vessel.

Anytime a young wild animal has human contact, its chance of survival decreases significantly. It’s illegal to take wild animals home, and captive animals later returned to the wild will struggle to survive without possessing learned survival skills.

Water users should make sure to wear life jackets that are the appropriate size and in good condition. Failure to wear a personal flotation device is the main reason people lose their lives in water recreation accidents.

The only time a baby animal should be picked up is if it is in an unnatural situation, such as a young songbird found on a doorstep. In that case, the young bird can be moved to the closest suitable habitat.

Water skiers and tubers should wear a life jacket with four nylon straps rather than one with a zipper, because straps are stronger than zippers upon impact with water. Anglers and people paddling a canoe, kayak or paddleboard should opt for a PFD that is comfortable enough to wear for an entire outing.

Citizens should also steer clear of adult wildlife, such as deer or moose, that might wander into urban areas.

Crowding stresses animals and can lead to a potentially dangerous situation.

It is also important that children wear a PFD while swimming. Swimmers should know the water’s depth, as serious injuries can occur from diving. Large objects hidden below the water’s surface can lead to significant injury.

North Dakota boaters are also reminded that marine VHF radios are an important part of boat safety that should not be improperly used by operators. These radios are intended for boat operators in distress and facing an emergency situation.

Regulations to help ensure safe boating this summer are found in the North Dakota Boat and Water Safety

In addition, motorists are reminded to watch for deer along roadways. During the next several weeks young animals are dispersing from home ranges, and with deer more active during this time, the potential for car‑deer collisions increases.

Camping restriction lifted for Memorial Day The North Dakota Game and Fish Department will lift the Tuesday-Wednesday no-camping restriction for Memorial Day week, which will allow overnight camping May 30-31 on those WMAs that otherwise have this two-day restriction in place.

A complete list of WMA regulations is available on the Game and Fish website, gf.nd.gov.

Stolen vehicle reported in Sarles On Sunday, May 14 the Cavalier County Dispatch Center received a report of a stolen vehicle. The vehicle was reported to be stolen from the area of Sarles, N.D. The owner of the vehicle had located the vehicle stuck in the area of 108th St. and 68th Ave. in Towner County.

Deputies with the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and investigated the incident.

The vehicle has been recovered and

returned to the owner.

The stolen vehicle was a White 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 pickup. It is believed to have possibly been stolen during the evening/nighttime hours of Saturday, May 13.

If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please call the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office at 701256-2555.

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Take precautions to prevent tick bites BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) recommends people take precautions against ticks and the diseases they carry.

“The highest risk of tickborne disease transmission occurs between late spring and early fall,” said Amanda Bakken, an epidemiologist with the HHS Public Health Division. “The key to preventing tickborne diseases, such as Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, is to avoid tick bites and find and remove ticks promptly.”

HHS offers the following tips to help reduce the risk of tick bites: •Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered insect repellent.

To find EPA-registered products, go to epa.gov/insect-repellents/find-insectrepellent-right-you. Always follow label directions.

•Use products that contain permethrin to treat clothing and gear such as boots, backpacks, and tents.

•Talk with your veterinarian about using tick preventives on your pet.

•Avoid wooded and brushy areas with tall grass and leaf litter.

•Walk in the center of trails.

•Bathe or shower as soon as possible after coming indoors (preferably within two hours) to wash off and more easily find ticks. Remove attached ticks promptly.

•Carefully examine gear and pets for ticks.

•Place clothes in a dryer on high

The most common symptoms of tickborne diseases include fever, chills, headache, fatigue, muscle aches and joint pain. Early detection of tickborne diseases is important to prevent potentially severe complications. Individuals should seek medical care if they develop symptoms suggestive of a tickborne disease after spending time outdoors.

HHS is conducting tick surveillance again this year with the help of voluntary participants across the state.

Ticks are submitted for identification and testing from April until November.

This surveillance is important to help the HHS Public Health Division understand the types of ticks and tickborne diseases present in North Dakota.

The public can also help by submitting pictures and location information about ticks they find by emailing NDTicks@nd.gov.

In 2022, most ticks collected were identified as American dog ticks, which can transmit tularemia and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Deer ticks, which can spread Lyme disease, babesiosis, Powassan virus, and other diseases, were submitted from one county. Additional information about tickborne diseases and the 2022 tick surveillance project can be found at hhs.nd.gov/health/diseases-conditions-and-immunization/tickborne.

Cleaning reminders to help prevent hantavirus BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is encouraging the public to take steps to protect against hantavirus disease.

As the weather begins to warm, many people will be cleaning cabins, sheds and other outdoor buildings that have been closed for the winter. These are places that exposure to hantavirus is more likely to occur.

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) is a viral infection that can cause severe lung disease, including pneumonia. Infected rodents spread the virus in their urine, droppings and saliva. The virus is transmitted when someone breathes in air contaminated by the virus, and on rare occasions, it can be transmitted by the bite of an infected rodent, such as the deer mouse.

“People can be exposed to hantavirus when inhaling dust while cleaning or occupying previously vacant cabins, sheds or other dwellings and outbuildings that contain rodents, rodent droppings and rodent nests,” said Levi Schlosser, an epidemiologist with On Monday, May 15 the Cavalier County Dispatch Center received a report of a HHS’ Infectious Diseases and Epideservice truck on fire on County Road 5 near the intersection of 111th Ave. NE. miology Unit. “Currently, only supportive treatment exists for hantavirus Langdon Area Fire Department, Langdon Area Ambulance Service, and the disease, so it is important to be wary Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the scene. of rodent infestations to properly preFurther information was gathered. It was determined that the service truck con- vent infection.” tained 400 gallons of diesel fuel. When emergency services arrived on scene, the service truck was engulfed in flames.

HHS offers the following tips to avoid Emergency services were on scene for approximately two and a half hours until hantavirus infection when cleaning a building with signs of rodent infestathe fire diminished. tion: •Ventilate the space by opening the doors and windows for 30 minutes before you start cleaning.

Emergency services respond to service truck on fire

heat for 10 minutes to kill ticks on dry clothing after you come indoors.

•Wear gloves and use disinfectant when cleaning up dead rodents or their urine, droppings and nests.

•Saturate the material with disinfectant for at least five minutes before removal.

•Mop floors and clean countertops, cabinets and drawers with disinfectant.

•Use a commercial disinfectant registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and follow the label instructions or use a bleach solution made with one part bleach and ten parts water.

•Do not stir up dust by sweeping or vacuuming up rodent droppings, urine or nesting materials.

•Do not let children play in crawl spaces or vacant buildings where rodents may be present.

Symptoms of HPS usually begin two to three weeks after infection. Early symptoms commonly include fever, muscle and body aches, fatigue, headache, dizziness, chills, nausea and vomiting. Within a short period of time, symptoms can worsen to include coughing and shortness of breath as the lungs fill with fluid. People with HPS are typically hospitalized.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a total of 19 cases of HPS have been reported to HHS since 1993, when the virus was first recognized in the United States. Nine of the 19 reported cases were fatal. Nationally, 850 cases were reported through December 2021, with 35% resulting in death. More information from the CDC is available here.

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Friday, May 26, 2023 - Page - A3

Chaput announces retirement as Walhalla Choice Bank president, Berg promoted Daycare Board of Directors, Pembina Gorge Foundation Board of Directors, and Walhalla Area Chamber of Commerce.

Pat Chaput

Travis Berg

Pat Chaput, Choice Bank Walhalla location president, has announced his upcoming retirement. Choice Bank invites the public to an open house from 1-3 p.m. on June 9 at the Walhalla Choice Bank to congratulate Pat on his retirement and over 21 years of serving customers at Choice.

executive team and credit committee.

“I’ve really enjoyed exploring opportunities and helping customers achieve their goals,” Chaput said. “I have also enjoyed aiding co-workers in career growth and goals. I have been fortunate to be in a role in an organization that allows me to help others and give back to the community.”

Pat joined Choice Bank in 2002 as a business banker. After five years of serving the Walhalla community and surrounding area Pat became the Walhalla location president in 2007.

His service at Choice Bank also includes several years serving on the

Throughout Chaput’s tenure, he embraced Choice Bank’s mission to better the places we live. Pat has served on the board of directors for Walhalla Farmers Grain, Volunteer Fire Department, St. Boniface Parish Council,

“Pat’s leadership has been instrumental in Walhalla and establishing a strong connection with our valued customers. His legacy will continue to inspire our team members to deliver exceptional service,” said Brian L. Johnson, chief executive officer of Choice Bank. “We congratulate Pat and thank him for his many contributions to the banking industry. His impact will continue to resonate within Choice Bank, and we look forward to building upon the solid foundation he has laid.”

“Choice Bank has been a great place to work and grow professionally. I have met so many good people, both customers and co-workers, and have made lifelong friendships. It has been a privilege to work with so many good people,” Pat said.

Travis Berg promoted to Choice Bank Walhalla location president Choice Bank is excited to announce

that Travis Berg has been promoted to Walhalla location president.

Berg joined Choice Bank in 2005 as a credit assistant, later becoming a business banking officer. Berg is currently vice president, business and ag banker.

“As I step into the role of bank president, I’m thrilled to carry forward Pat’s legacy of service and continue our journey of growth guided by our customers and People First focus,” Berg said. “I firmly believe that success starts from within, and I’ve learned from Pat how to create an environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.”

“Travis has consistently gone above and beyond, embodying the values that define Choice Bank and understanding customer needs,” said Brian L. Johnson, chief executive officer of Choice Bank. “Travis understands the challenges and aspirations of our community members, and he’s committed to making Choice more than just a financial institution. I have full confidence that under Travis’s leadership, the bank will continue to contrib-

ute to the growth and well-being of the Walhalla community.”

Travis is actively involved in the Walhalla community through his service on the Walhalla Country Club Board of Directors, as treasurer and a volunteer firefighter at the Walhalla Fire Department, and as a member of the local Lutheran church.

“Maintaining those strong relationships with our customers is crucial,” Berg said. “We’ll continue to go the extra mile to understand their needs, exceed their expectations, and build lasting connections. We’re not just a bank; we’re partners in their financial journey, here to offer guidance, support, and innovative solutions tailored to their unique situations.”

Choice Bank invites the public to an open house from 1-3 p.m. on June 9 at the Walhalla Choice Bank to congratulate Travis on his promotion and Pat on his retirement and over 21 years of serving customers at Choice.

Agriculture Expect changes in the use of growth-promoting implants in beef cattle The FDA will implement the change after June 2023.

By NDSU Extension

A $1 trillion farm bill – The updated Congressional Budget Office baseline is confirmation that the new farm bill could be the first one to top $1 trillion in spending. Total outlays for the food programs are projected at $1.22 trillion. The cost for major commodity programs are also expected to be higher due to higher support levels for the Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs.

The push and pulls of the soybean market – Paradigm Futures market analyst Kent Beadle thinks the supply side of the vegetable oil market is pulling the soybeans lower. “We just haven’t been seeing the expansion that everyone thought with the refining of soy oil into renewable diesel.”

The National Oilseed Processors Association crush set a record for April, even though it came in about one million bushels below expectations.

New high-tech feedlot coming to North Dakota – North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Wood says it’s the first of its kind feeding operation for the state. The 15,000 head beef feeding operation will be under one roof. “The manure will be pushed by automated scrapers before going into a state-of-theart manure processing system.” The feeding system will be able to produce domestic fertilizer that will be marketed locally and shipped out of state.

New right-to-repair MOUs signed – Farm Bureau has signed right-to-repair agreements with AGCO and Kubota. Similar agreements were signed

by John Deere and CNH Industrial earlier this year. In total, the MOUs with these four brands represent 70 percent of the agricultural equipment sold in the United States.

Northern Agriculture Snips

by Bailey Reiser, NDSU Extension Cavalier County Tom Kalb, NDSU Extension Horticulturalist, explains how the trails work, “Let’s say you want to try our romaine lettuce trial. NDSU will give you two varieties to grow side-by-side in your garden. Along with your seeds, you will get a simple form to complete. Tell us basic information such as which variety was ready to harvest first, produced more and tasted better. Tell us which variety you recommend for gardeners in North Dakota. NDSU will use this information to help gardeners choose romaine lettuce varieties in the future.”

The greenhouses are bustling. Second shipments of flowers have come in, and vegetable gardeners are eyeing their “favorite” or “must haves”. I started some container gardens with the seeds that I got from the Spring Fever Garden Forums early this spring, and they are thriving. Gardening is so much fun!

NDSU has another opportunity for gardeners like you and me. North Dakota State University offers Home Variety Trails to North Dakota gardeners across the state with over 400 families that participate. There are over 40 trails to choose from, and they are simple. Each is comparing two different varieties.

Now, that’s hard to beat! It is so simple to do! Catalogs can be either picked up at the office or simply google NDSU Home Variety Trails. NDSU will give your household a free trial and ship it to you the next day. To get your free trial, please go to https://forms. gle/p3SiyhHyeVqeuZPG9. If you want more trials, they are available for only $1.50 each. You may order online at our website www.ag.ndsu.edu/ homegardenvarietytrials/ This offer of one free trial is an introductory offer for families who have not already received trial seeds from our program this spring.

It looks like I have some gardening to do! Best of luck with spring gardening!

The Food and Drug Administration is changing guidance for using implants in beef cattle after June 2023. Implants for beef cattle are placed under the skin of the ear and promote growth and improve feed efficiency.

“The new guidance from the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine redefines beef cattle's production phases, which will affect the label claims of existing and new drugs,” says Zac Carlson, North Dakota State University Extension beef cattle specialist.

“This affects implants for beef cattle production because they are considered a drug.”

The new production phases are: 1. Calves nursing their dams less than 2 months of age.

2. Calves nursing their dams 2 months of age or older.

3. Growing beef steers/heifers on pasture (stockers).

4. Growing beef steers/heifers in a dry lot (backgrounders).

5a. Growing beef steers/heifers fed in confinement for harvest (feedlot cattle).

5b. Growing beef steers/heifers in a grow yard.

“These production phases are important because the new guidance will allow beef cattle to receive one implant for each production phase,” says Dr. Gerald Stokka, NDSU Extension veterinarian and livestock stewardship specialist. “Additionally, beef cattle will be allowed to receive more than one implant within a production phase but only if that implant has a claim for reimplantation on the label.”

Currently, there are implants approved for reimplant use within a production phase. However, most implants do not have any language on their label addressing reimplantation.

Production phase 4 (growing beef steers/heifers in a dry lot) is a new production phase, says Karl Hoppe, NDSU Extension livestock systems specialist. It consists of weaned, growing beef steers and beef and dairy heifers that are maintained in a dry lot and receive the majority of their diet from harvested forage, possibly with a supplement. Because this will be a new production phase, no current implants are approved.

Production phase 5b consists of weaned, growing beef steers and heifers confined in group pens and fed a moderate- to high-roughage diet available at all times as their sole ration prior to the finishing phase. This would

describe most pre-conditioning and backgrounding operations in North Dakota. However, production phases 5a (finishing beef cattle phase) and 5b are considered the same production phase. Therefore, beef steers and heifers implanted during production phase 5b (backgrounding phase) would only be allowed during the finishing feeding period (production phase 5a) if the implant they were given during the backgrounding phase (5b) was approved for reimplantation.

“Be sure to check the label of the steroidal implants you intend to use to see if it is allowed within the production phase of the cattle you intend to implant,” says Dr. Stokka. “Contact your county Extension agent, Extension beef and livestock specialist, veterinarian or implant manufacturer representative for further assistance.”

The new FDA guidance allows only one implant during the backgrounding and finishing phase of production unless the implant has a claim for reimplantation on the label. NDSU photo.

Opinion

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The Borderland Press

Letter from the Publisher

As much as I complained about spring being late, I’m pleased to say that

we’ve opened the lake place a week earlier than usual! Sometimes events and doodads just fall into place and work gets done. Bob and I spent last weekend there cleaning and doing spring maintenance so that we can go back for this long Memorial Day weekend and enjoy some R&R. I can never say it’s all 100% ready; certain tasks tend to drag on for a few weeks, but we don’t mind. Saturday evening was cool, and sleeping was fabulous.

Coffee on the deck the next morning was exactly what we had been waiting for. A few boat rides got us amped up to get back for more. May is National Barbecue Month, so we’ll continue with that for another week or so. We

have a mission!

We attended Pre-K graduation (afternoon session) last week at St. Alphonsus School for our five-year-old grandson. The excitement was raging, and the kids were wiggly and giddy. They prayed, sang and took turns answering the question ‘what do you want to be when you grow up?’ Teachers, firemen, nurses, doctors, all popular answers, but not our grandkid. He wants to be a dinosaur! Maybe that’ll be a college course in 12 years - the way things are going, anything is possible.

Mrs. Hope awarded them their diplomas, and off they went for cupcakes and picture taking.

The 4th, 5th and 6th graders sang their hearts out at the last concert of the season for them at Langdon Area Elementary. The band played also and were very good! What a great music department LAES has! Thank you, Mrs. Hart and Mr. Lindseth.

The busy bees planning the Walhalla 175th Celebration continue in extreme planning mode! Parade entry forms are available, and if you’d like one, hit me up. I’m pretty sure it’ll be an epic event!

Spring colors are popping up everywhere, and I don’t just mean dandelions. Flower beds are planted, and

I enjoyed my tulips for several days before the wind beheaded them.

Have you planted? I always believed Memorial Day was the day to start putting plants in the ground; someone taught me that somewhere some time ago. It’s good advice, and I’ll get busy next week.

Thank you for subscribing and reading our Borderland Press, and enjoy the long weekend.

Diane Simmons

Publisher publisher@theborderlandpress.com

Letter from the Editor In the fall our daughter will be a fourth grader and our son will be in first grade. Of course this meant we had a graduation to celebrate in our house this year. Graduation is something that has become a tradition that wasn’t around when I was a kid. We had a lovely celebration of Callen’s first year in school, complete with cap, gown, and ceremony along with a little party for family afterwards. It’s a great way to make memories together and celebrate a milestone.

To everything, there is a season - it’s a lyric sung by The Byrds based on scripture from Ecclesiastes. That line came to mind as we’re seeing it happen now with the school year wrapping up and our kids are moving on to their next steps.

We want to say congratulations to the graduating class at Munich High School, who celebrated their graduation last weekend. We also send congratulations to Edmore Public School, Langdon Area High School, and North Border-Walhalla, who will all graduate this weekend.

On behalf of The Borderland Press I want to extend congratulations to Halle Sanders who earned her GED last week. Studying and passing all of the tests that are required to earn a GED is difficult. We know the work that Halle put into this accomplishment and we couldn’t be more proud of her. We are happy to have Halle join The Borderland Press for the summer.

She’s only been back a few days and is already diving in, ready to help. Read more about Halle’s health and school journey in her column this week.

While students are transitioning out of classes and into summer vacation mode, that’s where I’m heading too.

In our family we have many things we wish to accomplish while the warm weather months will allow and it seems like there’s never enough time.

We are taking a remodeling project one step at a time in our home and I’m happy to say we are seeing progress and moving forward. It will be a cozy space to stay cool during the hot weather that most likely is coming.

Enjoy your long, holiday weekend, wear your sunscreen, and remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, especially on this Memorial Day.

Sarah Hinnenkamp Editor

editor@theborderlandpress. com Congratulations to all graduates, including our Callen!

THE MORNING RUN: Don’t Blink

by Sara Goodman Five days. As I’m typing this, that’s how long I have until my oldest graduates. I don’t know how it’s possible since he just started kindergarten last year. That’s what it seems like anyway. The past twelve years of memories are very fresh in my mind, so the thought of him being done with high school doesn’t seem possible. Kenny Chesney said it best – don’t blink.

I don’t know how many times over the years I’ve been given the advice to enjoy every minute with my kids, because one day you’re changing diapers and the next you’re changing contact information on health insurance forms because they’ve turned 18.

Everyone keeps asking me if I’m ready for graduation. If you’re asking, am I ready for the reception, then yes. The

food is ordered; the picture collage boards are done; the centerpieces are ready to be assembled; the beer, pop and water are in the coolers waiting for ice. If you’re asking, am I ready for him to be done with high school, also yes. Don’t get me wrong, it’s been a mostly positive experience, but with the ups there are always downs, and we’ve had plenty of both. There’s also the funny little rule of having to ask to go to the bathroom during class, and once you turn 18, it feels slightly odd and a bit Shawshank prison-ish. As a substitute teacher this year, I was tempted to occasionally say “no” to a senior student bathroom request, just to see the reaction. I am, however, not much into risking life and limb for a quick chuckle.

If you’re asking, am I ready to see my oldest chick leave the nest, my answer to that is also yes. I’m excited that he’s going to NDSU. I’m excited for him to meet new people, to make new friends, to find a girlfriend who shares his sense of humor and love of cats. I’m excited because he’s excited. He’s ready for this next chapter, and isn’t that exactly what we hope for? That when it’s time to leave, they spread their wings and fly off without a second glance back? If there’s anything I’m not ready for, it’s the empty space he’ll leave behind. I’m going to miss the big personality, him being the best brother to his sisters, the constant friends hanging out, the

loud voice, the banging on the piano, the yelling at the cats, the balled up dirty socks under his bed, the inability to feed himself anything other than cereal and pot pies, the secret handshake at bedtime that long ago replaced the hugs and tucking in, the mop of hair constantly in need of a trim, the late night talks analyzing everything from sports to relationships, and the sports, always so many sports activities! I’m going to miss all of that and more.

I’m going to miss my kid terribly, but I’m also extremely proud of all his accomplishments, and I’m looking forward to seeing him thrive in college and beyond.

“Don’t blink, you just might miss your babies growing like mine did.” – Kenny Chesney Sara Goodman is an avid runner who

says her best ideas come to her between 5:30 and 6:30 a.m. She grew up on a cattle ranch in Watford City, N.D. After recently retiring from 15 years of long-term care consulting, she now helps her husband, Greg, run the family farm near Milton and volunteers on many boards and committees in her church and community. The Goodman house has 3 kids, 2 cats, and a dog.

I’ll miss him, but even though he’ll be three hours away when he goes to college, I know that a quick text or phone call will happen a heck of a lot more than when I went and will help me not miss him as much. I rarely called my parents, and obviously, in the age of no cell phones, texting hadn’t been invented yet. We had email, my friends, and I barely knew how to use it. While I don’t anticipate a daily or even a weekly phone call from my kid, I do anticipate an occasional text a few times a week. I’m guessing it will be a question about classes or a request for money to buy socks after he loses them all in the dryer at the laundromat. I’ll see him in the fall when we begin our regular trips to Fargo for Bison football games, and with his unexpected luck of snagging an elk tag, he’ll be making his way home often to try to bag the big one at the farm.

From a kindy to a senior in the blink of an eye.

Musings from Munich: Out with a bang graduation cards in hand and a smile to send our seniors off with a bang.

I hopped in Shaniqua, my jeep, and I cruised up to wish them well before a night of fun.

By Matt Mitzel Sunday was Munich High School’s graduation, and it proved to be one heck of a turn out. Brianne and I could not make it with an impending project on a strict timetable. We figured no one would miss us if we were not in the crowd, but boy, the town sure made it known that we were not in attendance. WE’RE SORRY!!! Bri sent me to all of the open houses with

My first stop was the Kingzett farm.

There was sure a lot of people there for a party for Markus, but I figured most came out of respect for his parents.

They were serving broasted chicken, and it was amazing. I found the side refrigerator and looked for anything besides Anheuser-Busch products and gladly landed on Keystone Light.

Markus was dressed to the nines with his girlfriend at his side, so I figured I’d take my cue and get on to the next farmstead.

I pulled into the Haaven’s and quickly realized they went fancy. It looked like Princess Diane’s wedding venue with tents and a perfectly groomed yard. I found the one mound of gravel that everyone parked around and drove Shaniqua on top of it to claim

the best spot. When I got out, I once again came to the conclusion that I was underdressed as I was wearing a pair of jean shorts, which has a zipper that has a mind on its own. The crowd was full of spring dresses and slacks.

I knew I was screwed when I saw Mark Busse there, as he is one of those gentlemen that keeps the cardboard strip in his collared shirts just to keep them sharp. I dropped off my card and zoomed in on a side pasta dish that had beautiful chunks of dill illuminating from it. IT WAS AWESOME. After visiting for about five minutes, I packed up and headed to town.

Once I hit the Nirvana of the North, Munich, I pulled into Amble’s graduation party. I had heard at previous parties that their chicken alfredo was awesome, so I quickly passed Sheri and grabbed a plate. I was visiting with Marty and consuming probably one of the best alfredos of my life when I noticed Taryn was still there and saying Hi to me. Usually, seniors are visiting

with family, so I figure I will visit with them elsewhere. I almost didn’t recognize her as she was all fancied up. I guess I’ve seen these guys and gals in their work and school clothes but not all gussied up. She was stunning, and I immediately wished I could threaten whatever guy dares to try and take her away from Munich. It’s funny to see these kids turn into adults before our eyes, as it seems just yesterday that Taryn was ding dong ditching us…but as the world turns they say.

Paul and Patrick were waiting by the door to greet their guests, and these strapping young men sure made their mom proud as I made my way to the card table. They are always ready for conversation. While Paul usually dominates with starting it, Patrick slides right in with zingers and made a quick greeting a fun visit. I ordered a Grain Belt with olives, IE Kim Wirth Cocktail, and grabbed what little food I could squeeze down after a plethora of food in two hours.

My next stop was the ambulance center, which has a hint of irony, for Amelia’s party. Her family did a great job and really decorated it up for the perfect evening. I found my first cup of coffee there, which was greatly needed. They had black and white Sixlets, which made it impossible to talk with a mouthful. I jumped in front of Mikey and grabbed a piece of cake - very tasty. I refilled my coffee, threw in my card, and steered the jeep into the final stop….the Munich Bar.

I headed back to the house to report to Brianne. She was just finishing up our tasks of the day. We both sat and reminisced about this year’s senior class and how much fun we had with them over the years. Now, I’m not the type of guy to yell congrats to them for finishing the most basic of requirements, but I want to wish them well in their next step of life and for them to know that we will be back here waiting in Munich for their return.

Legislative

The Borderland Press

Wrap-up Report of the 68th Legislative Legislative report Assembly

by Rep. Karen A. Anderson, District 19 Representative

It was an honor and blessing to represent the people of District 19 as a member of the House of Representatives during the 68th Legislative Session in Bismarck. It was one of the very best experiences of my life and I am thankful to God for the opportunity.

Serving away from home, family and community for four months was rewarding but challenging as well. The weather was so unpredictable, getting home for a weekend was often difficult. Bismarck had over 100 inches of snow this winter making travel too treacherous to consider on many weekends.

My days started early, most days I was at my desk at 7 am and I would not leave the Capitol until the evening hours. Being a county commissioner prepared me for the task, but I will admit I still had a lot to learn. Committee work was like “drinking from a fire hose” as the saying goes. My twelve years as a volunteer with a policy group gave me insights about the work of a legislator, however, there still was a lot to learn. The Human Service committee had such a wide variety of bills, from adoption, longterm care, indigent burials, health and welfare of children, behavioral health, pro-life bills, and many others. .

I persisted, one bill at a time, one testimony at a time and one floor speech at a time learning all I could so that I could cast an informed vote. I will admit floor speeches were the hardest

for me, but I was determined to listen well, come as prepared and speak when my voice was needed. In the end, I appreciated the opportunity to present bills in a floor speech to fellow legislators. Between committee meetings and the floor session each day, I answered emails, talked to lobbyists, and networked with my legislative colleagues. I am appreciative of all the constituents in District 19 who reached out to send me email messages. Your messages were received and valued. Of course, there were times when I heard from both sides about a bill. But I assure you I did my best to represent the conservative voices of our district.

One of the greatest pleasures of serving in Bismarck was working with the group of freshman legislators I came to know and respect. We helped each other learn, leaned on each other for support and prayed for each other often. I am grateful to have gained lifelong friendships that have made a mark on my life and taught me to be a better person and legislator.

I apologize for this report getting out so late, but I had a lot of catching up to do when I got home, including two deaths in my immediate family. Some of you may have noticed that I was absent on the last day of the session, it was because of the needs of my family upon the passing of two family members. I am grateful to have been able to serve 74 days of the 75 days of the session.

Lastly, I want to thank my family, friends, including church friends and all those who prayed for me for their support. A special thank you too to those constituents who came to Bismarck as visitors and to those who were able to join me on the chamber floor. It was my great honor to have you as my guest.

Soon I will be hearing from legislative leadership on the Committees I will be serving on during the Interim Session.

My next report will be about some of the bills that were passed.

I think we skipped spring and went straight to summer with some of these warm days we have had. Yet the northern lights have shown their glory despite the warm weather. I'm sure many of you saw them or the photos on social media, - just stunning.

I wanted to wrap up the legislative session, though it is starting to seem like a vague memory already. As I had mentioned during the session, we were looking at a huge amount of growing debt in the state employee pension. The NDPERS Defined Benefit (DB) plan is $1.9 billion in debt and is projected to run out of money sometime within the next 30 to 80 years, depending on investment returns. We must stop digging a deeper hole so we closed the PERS DB plan to all new employees beginning December 31, 2024, as all new employees will be put into a Defined Contribution (DC) plan. We paid an initial cash infusion of $219.2 million toward the unfunded liability which will take 30 years to pay off under this specific plan. It adds a 1% employer contribution increase and provides a threemonth election period, from January 1, 2025, through March 31, 2025, for a current DB plan eligible employee to transfer to the defined contribution.

An eligible employee who elects to participate in the defined contribution retirement plan will receive an additional annual contribution of $3,333 for up to three years. No current employee or retiree is impacted by this change. This is for new hires only. In fact, this bill finally makes a real commitment to fully fund those earned benefits. The DB pension offered to NDPERS employees has by far been

Health Tip

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the worst benefit in the country. The DC benefit is more generous for 91% of new NDPERS hires. The current DB benefit would be slightly better for the 9% of employees that reach 30 years of service. Opponents are misleading everyone on the actual costs of this bill. The costs come from catching up on what the state owes current and former employees for their pensions, it has nothing to do with new hires or a swap in plan design. Public pension plans are not Social Security, they are pre-funded benefits. It's disingenuous to say that new members are needed to fund previously accrued liabilities. Using a conservative estimate, this bill will save the state $2.2 billion dollars over the next 30 years.

If NDPERS misses on its investment returns in the future, the cost savings could reach $2.8 billion. Those savings don’t come from offering a worse benefit to employees, quite the opposite as stated earlier. They come from the cash infusions and increased contributions going toward paying down current unfunded liabilities.

Now to a topic covered at length in media, but not correctly most of the time. I had this topic in my Judiciary committee, and it was taxing to say the least. The bill relates to children’s book collections in taxpayer funded public libraries. The only impact is on those materials that follows the same standard set by the US Supreme Court’s Miller test;: – Considered as a whole, appeals to the prurient sexual interest of minors.

– Is patently offensive to prevailing standards in the adult community in North Dakota as a whole with respect to what is suitable material for minors. (In ND statute, the definition of "patently offensive" means so offensive on its face as to affront the contemporary North Dakota standards of decency.)

– Considered as a whole, lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value for minors.

Since there is no objective definition for concepts like “obscenity”, the legal system looks to community standards to make the determination.

This framework was developed by the US Supreme Court decades ago. It

recognizes local communities have different standards about what is obscene. If ND community standards shouldn’t be used, whose standards should apply? The Judiciary Committee heard testimony from parents and teachers about instances around the state of books available to minors that clearly meet the legal obscenity standard. While these instances are rare, it is happening, and parents are demanding legislative action to hold libraries to a long-used and accepted obscenity standard. So no ‘banning” books, but rather follow established law in protecting minors. We don’t need to use finite public resources to disseminate this material to our kids.

The legislature provided extensive support for local communities this session ranging from expansion of animal agriculture operations to funding for emergency snow removal, water projects, and infrastructure. Perhaps most significant is the move toward adopting a permanent funding formula for roads and bridges in non-oil counties and townships through “legacy streams,” which creates a state flexible transportation fund. I worked with several AG Senators to utilize revenues from the motor vehicle excise tax for road funding. Overall, this provides $81 million to counties, townships, and cities. Prairie Dog funding (dollars from the oil extraction tax that flow through “buckets” to cities, counties, and townships) remained intact and it is anticipated the full $250 million will be available based off the current forecast. This funding when combined with K-12 leads to $5 billion dollars being invested in local communities.

Overall, I believe the 68th Legislative Assembly funded the state’s priorities by putting dollars directly to work for the people of North Dakota, all while balancing the budget, providing meaningful tax relief, and planning for the future.

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

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Community

The Borderland Press

Munich High School graduates six students Lenore rocks

Pembilier Nursing Center News

by Heather Duerre

Munich High School graduation was held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 21. Six students graduated: Taryn Amble, Amelia Hall, Patrick Haus, Paul Haus, Markus Kingzett, and Halle Jabs.

Annual 5K has date set The date of this year’s 7th annual “Levi’s Hope 5K” in Cavalier will be happening this year on July 29. The race starts and finishes in downtown Cavalier. Local kid Levi Gagner has an extremely rare, life-limiting muscle disease.

Levi's Hope exists to help families adjust and cope with the diagnosis of CMD, specifically LMNA related CMD, and the group also aims to inspire hope to all by way of running events and any other opportunity they may have.

Here at Pembilier Nursing Center, we think our residents are pretty awesome. In fact, we think they “ROCK!” We will periodically showcase one of them so that you, too, can see how great they are. Our first story is about Lenore Beauchamp.

Lenore grew up in Olga, N.D., and was the 2nd child out of 4. She attended school in Olga through the 8th grade and then went on to graduate from St. Alphonsus in Langdon. When asked about a memory she has of her school days, she let me in on a little secret…one time she got a spanking as soon as she got home from school!

Some of you reading this may wonder why it would be so shocking to hear about Lenore being spanked, but that’s because you don’t know her like I do. Lenore is one of the most pleasant, easy going, and kind ladies I know. The thought of her being spanked is mind blowing! I asked her “Why would you ever be spanked, Lenore?” Lenore explained, with a bit of a giggle, that she was a bit mischievous. I will let you decide what you think she meant by mischievous! On a more pleasant note, Lenore also fondly recalls going into town to sell cream with her family. As a young girl, she always dreamed about growing up to become a farm wife. Thankfully, just like Cinderella’s wish came true, so did Lenore’s dream of becoming a farm wife. For twelve of her school years, she shared a classroom with a boy named Leo. Leo and Lenore would go on to get married, and this October, they will celebrate their 70th anniversary! Within those years of wedded bliss, Leo and Lenore raised 6 children and have numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

They danced so many dances that it would take a mathematician to add them all up! Lenore is most proud of being a mom to her six children and being a wife. She also took pride in being a good housekeeper, but the one thing she really brags about is her ability to make some of the best baked beans this side of the Pembina River! When I asked her what advice she would give to the younger generation, she said that they should "stick together with those they love.” We are blessed to have Lenore be a part of our PNC family and are grateful that her mischievous days are far behind her!

Community

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Staying Hip with Halle

Officially Educated ma -whether that was online, in-person, half online and half in-person. I really tried all methods. If this were a wrestling match, the migraines would be John Cena, and I’d be regular-weak ol’ me. I had to tap out. So, at the beginning of 2023, in order to go to college in the fall, my mom and I decided the best option for me was to get a GED.

By Halle Sanders If you’ve read my previous articles, you might recall me mentioning that I have chronic migraines. I’ve been dealing with them for a generous amount of time - way too generous if you ask me.

Around October, I had several weeks of migraine days. Nothing quite says good morning like a sledge-hammer pounding into the back of your eyeballs. During those months, I missed a lot of school, which is sort of my trademark. I’ve tried a mish mash of schooling options over my high school career in order to try to get my diplo-

It’s interesting when I try to explain my situation to people or when I’m writing scholarship essays. Is there a nicer way to phrase the term high school dropout? Because, if you think about it, that’s technically what I am. In eighth grade I once cried over getting a 97 percent on a math test simply because it wasn’t a 100. If that eighth grader would have known her future, she would have probably had some sort of allergic rash or aneurysm.

Now though, years of migraines have mellowed me out a little. Just ask my mom. Instead of saying dropout, I considered saying I removed myself, but that makes me sound like some sort of threat to society. Maybe “medically induced” sounds better, though it does sound a bit like I’m going into la-

Bob Simmons shares knowledge with 4th grade science class

The fourth grade science class at Langdon Area Elementary is studying energy and learned about sound waves, frequency, and hertz when Bob Simmons of Simmons Mutlimedia served as a guest speaker. The class is being taught by Tami Flink, who is serving as a long term sub in the classroom.

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bor rather than leaving school. Do you have any advice? Dropout just isn’t the vibe.

If you don’t know what the GED is, you basically take five tests to prove you’ve gained enough education in the school system. GED stands for General Educational Development.

Nowadays, it’s treated and seen in schools the same way as a diploma.

I passed my last two tests, math and science, last Thursday. This means, in the eyes of the government, I am officially educated. Whoop Whoop!

Funny story is that on the morning of my first test, I was nervously eating a bowl of Cheerios with the T.V. on in the background. All of a sudden, a character opened their mouth and said, “Why don’t you just take the GED? It’s for the quitters,” and continued on to say, “ It shows that you know most of what someone would’ve learned in high school. Proves you're not a total loser.” I heard this right before I was set to take hours of tests; thanks a lot, universe. Even with that motivation in the back of my head, I still managed to pass with flying colors. Who's the loser now?

I did not experience a regular graduation. In fact, as I was waiting for my test scores, the administrators took me to a back room and put me in a cap and gown to take a picture -a picture I was not prepared for by the way. I was prepared to take tests, so I wanted to be as comfortable as possible and just barely passed socially acceptable in terms of presentation.

When they told me they were going to take my picture, my only thought was, I have the biggest pimple on my face right now. Naturally, that photo will never be seeing the light of day.

I may not have had the usual grad experience, but the Borderland Press gave me my own celebration. I am now back working for the summer, and when I walked into the office for my

first day of work on Monday, the door was decorated. People were standing in the hallway to clap and congratulate me on my GED. The afternoon was topped off with some much needed and appreciated cheesecake. I admit, after I completed the tests, I did have a little pity party about not graduating high school like everyone else.

Celebrating with my Borderland Press co-workers cheered me right up and made the experience special.

I wish all my readers a happy graduation season, whether you're graduating high school, getting a GED, or have a family member leaving the nest. Cheers to all of you for finishing your work and to you parents for helping get them there. This GED owner will see you all next week for another column.

Church

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The Borderland Press

From the Pastor's Desk: Memorial Day remembrance

by Pastor Robert Blackburn

Memorial Day is the holiday where Americans remember, honor, and memorialize the men and women who

died while serving in the U.S. military.

Americans also observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries and memorials. Some people wear a red poppy in remembrance of those fallen in war.

Many people take weekend trips or host parties and barbecues because Memorial Day weekend unofficially marks the beginning of summer. Lake cabins are open as this is officially the beginning of the summer season.

Memorial Day weekend is also about remembering and memorializing the sacrifices that our brave soldiers have made through the years protecting and defending our great nation. We need to remember that if it were not

for those brave souls who went before us, we would not enjoy the freedoms we have today. We must never forget and always remember their sacrifice and love of country.

I would argue that Christians are also individuals who remember and could be called memorial people. The Christian faith depends upon remembering the past so we can firmly hold on to the promised future, the promises of eternal life in heaven, and a resurrected and glorified body.

As Christians we observe memorials constantly when reading the Bible; this is a way we remember the remarkable things God has done for us

in the past. In Biblical times all the feasts were memorials. Whenever we gather to celebrate the Lord’s Supper, when we take part in and observe a baptism, when we celebrate Christmas and Easter - they are memorials.

We are remembering the wonderful things God has done for us and the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. For the church to continue to thrive and for Christians to have the hope for the future that is promised depends on our remembering the gospel of Jesus and His sacrifice on the cross for our freedom from sin. We need to remember all the successes and failures of church history and those who were persecuted and sacrificed to help keep the Christian faith and freedoms alive. Scripture warns us that we must remember the past. “I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds” Psalm 77:11-12.

hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. (Hebrews 3:13). Let us remember Jesus Christ. Let us remember and thank God for the heroes of the past so we can look forward to a glorious future.

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.

So, as we celebrate Memorial Day as Americans, let us do it with deep gratitude for the great freedoms we have secured because of all the men and women who laid down their lives for the sake of America’s existence. Let us remember the past problems so that we may not repeat them in the future. As Christians, let us make every day a Memorial Day “but encourage one another daily, if it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be

Cavalier County Senior Menu Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon Monday, May 29 Closed in observance of Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 30 Salisbury Steak/Mashed Potatoes/Vegetable Blend/Fruit Cocktail Wednesday, May 31 Teriyaki Chicken/Rice/Mandarin Vegetable Blend/Pineapple Tidbits/Peanut Butter Bars Thursday, June 1 Ham Carbonara/Peas & Carrots/ Banana/Scotcharoo Bars Friday, June 2 Ale Battered Shrimp/Rice Pilaf/ Asparagus/Zesty Veggie Salad/ Asst. Fruit.

EBT/SNAP accepted.

Full cost of a meal: $8.00. Suggested Donation: $5.50 for those over 60 years of age. Please contribute what you can. Those under 60 are required to pay the full cost of the meal. Menus are subject to change.

Due to COVID-19 we have been experiencing shipping issues and food shortages.

Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services is located at 211 8th Ave. in Langdon and can be reached by phone at 256-2828.

Obituaries

The Borderland Press Langdon; son-in-law Trent Peterson of Langdon; grandchildren: Drew, Abby, Liam, and Mason; and siblings: Ray (Chelta), Kenneth (Deb), Janet (Dan) Harrington, Betty Anderson, Dale (Renee), Doris (Tom) Lill; brother-in-law Kenny Del Real; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Tonya Peterson, brother Donald, and sister Judy Del Real.

Albert Schill

Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com .

A memorial service for will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Brooks Funeral Home in Langdon, N.D., for Albert Schill, 85, of Langdon, who passed away May 17, 2023, at Langdon Prairie Health in Langdon.

Albert was born December 19, 1937, near Mt. Carmel, N.D., to Leo and Eva (Wilhelmi) Schill. He grew up and attended school in the Mt. Carmel area.

Albert married Gayle Amble on May 29, 1965, in St. John, N.D. Albert farmed and did custom harvesting for many years, retiring in 2002. He and Gayle continued living on the farm until 2013 when they moved in to Langdon. Albert enjoyed going for drives and ‘window’ farming, taking trips to the casino, and visiting friends and family.

Surviving Albert are his wife, Gayle, of Langdon; brother Darrell (Barb) Schill of Langdon; and several in-laws, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for any memorials to be sent in Albert’s name to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com .

Harland Asmundson

Graveside services will be held at the Thingvalla Lutheran Cemetery of Mountain at a later date for Harland Asmundson, 80, of Burbank, Cali., who passed away on April 3, 2023, at the Four Seasons Healthcare and Wellness Center.

Harland was born October 27, 1942 in Grafton, N.D., the son of the late Magnus “Mike” and S. Anna (Davidson) Asmundson. He attended school in Milton, N.D., graduating from Milton High School. He enlisted and served in the US Army for 3 years, where he was stationed in Frankfurt, Germany.

Following his discharge, he returned home for a short time before moving to California in 1967.

Harland is survived by his brother, Rodger Asmundson, of Park River, N.D., and sister Sharon (Jack) Lindsley of Mandan, N.D.; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Kenneth, and sister Margret (Duane) Rueger.

An online guestbook is available at: www.tollefsonfuneralhome.com. The Tollefson Funeral Home of Park River is in charge of the arrangements.

Ritchie Arens

A graveside memorial service was held May 25, 2023, at Bethel Cemetery, rural Langdon, N.D., for Ritchie Arens, 69, of Langdon, who passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon.

Ritchie was born March 6, 1954, in Langdon, N.D., to Jake and Florence (Sheltrau) Arens. He grew up on a farm west of Langdon and graduated from Langdon High School in 1972. He worked as a farmhand before beginning his career as a heavy equipment operator for Mikkelsen Brothers, which he did for more than 30 years until his retirement in 2018 due to health complications. He was very proud of the projects he worked on and often received compliments regarding the quality of his work from community members. Ritchie and Debra Mondor were united in marriage in 1978. They had three children together. Ritchie enjoyed bowling in his younger days and woodworking, baking, canning, and tending to his vegetable garden once the kids were grown. He loved living on the farm and enjoyed when family and friends would stop out to visit with him. He was a member of the Eagles Aerie #3454.

Surviving Ritchie are his children: Timothy (Nicole Thom-Arens) of Fargo, N.D., and Tiffany (Jeremy) Pritchard of

Ingeborg (Inga) Hallgerdur McDonald

A celebration of life will be held Friday, May 26, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at Vidalin Lutheran Church, rural Hensel, N.D., with visitation one hour before services for Ingeborg (Inga) Hallgerdur McDonald, 105, who passed away on March 4, 2023, at the Pembilier Nursing Center in Walhalla, N.D. Inga was born December 15, 1917, to George and Thorstina (Gunlogson) Austfjord in Akra, N.D. She was the 7th of ten children, which included her siblings Allie, Sigrid, Bertha, Sophie, Christine, Ed, Bill, Sig, and Mike.

Inga attended school in Akra and continued her education in Cavalier, N.D., where she graduated from high school in 1936. She worked in the Cavalier and Walhalla area up until 1943 when she purchased the cafe and bar in Walhalla, N.D. Inga also raised

sheep and potatoes with her father, George. Inga was a forward-thinking woman, which led to many successes in her life. With her success, she was a very generous and giving person.

Inga traveled to Seattle, Washington, where she met John McDonald at a dance. This Scotsman swept the Icelander off her feet. Inga and John were married August 13, 1946. They were married for 67 years. Inga and John had two children, Heather and John Rock McDonald. They also had Paul Sproule, a special nephew.

Throughout her years, Inga has owned and operated the Variety Store in Cavalier, N.D., The Owl Bar in Grand Forks, N.D., The Highlander On and Off Sale in Grand Forks, N.D., and McDonald’s Bar in Walhalla. Inga and John also farmed in Pembina County and Cavalier County along with their son.

Inga was a business owner for 70 years with the help of her children and grandchildren. Inga enjoyed going to auction sales, keeping up on current events, Queen Elizabeth and the Royal family, and was an animal lover. Inga enjoyed her family, especially the little ones.

Inga is survived by her children: Heather McDonald and John Rock (Lynn) McDonald - both of Walhalla, N.D, grandchildren: Kristina (Mark) Halverson, Sophia (Darrick) Herman, Sarah (Justin ) Price, Megan (Michael) Faller, Samantha (Kyle) Novak, and Madyson McDonald; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her husband, parents, and siblings.

Online guestbook available at www. askewfuneralhome.com.

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Views from the Borderland-Langdon

May 21-27, 2023

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Langdon Prairie Health kicked off EMS Week (May 21-27) with a family friendly cookout at the Langdon City Park on Sunday, May 21. There were games and activities for the kids, ambulance tours, along with burgers, hot dogs, and brats. The Guardian Life Flight helicopter crew flew up from Devils Lake and gave helicopter tours and answered questions.

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SPRING SPORTS L-E-M and Pembina County North compete at Regional meet in Larimore

Regional Track Meet in Larimore on May 19 Langdon-Edmore-Munich results Girls - 7th Place - 49 points Performer of the Meet: Drew Rostvet

2nd Place – Meredith Romfo – javelin – 117’11 - state qualifying 3rd Place - Cora Badding - triple jump - 32’8” - state qualifying 3rd Place - Drew Rostvet - 100m - 13.30 - state qualifying, season best 4th Place - Olivia Lorenz - 3200m - 12:57.40 - personal best 4th Place - McKenna Schneider, Erika Bakke, Drew Rostvet, Cora Badding 4x200 - 1:53.40 - season best 4th Place - Drew Rostvet - 200m - 27.77 - personal best 5th Place - Olivia Lorenz - 1600m - 5:58.77 5th Place - Cora Badding - long jump - 14’0” 7th Place - Meggy Hetletved - 300h - 53.74 - personal best 8th Place - McKenna Schneider, Erika Bakke, Meggy Hetletved, Taya Feist 4x100 - 56.48 8th Place - Cora Badding, Taya Feist, Erika Bakke, Drew Rostvet - 4x400 4:39.91 Boys - 5th Place - 62.25 points Performer of the Meet: Rudy Moser 1st Place – Rudy Moser – 3200m - 10:28.0 - state qualifying 2nd Place - Rudy Moser - 1600m - 4:50.72- state qualifying, personal best 2nd Place - Tanner McDonald - triple jump - 39’7” - state qualifying, personal best 2nd Place - Cody Amble - 400m - 52.43 - state qualifying, personal best 3rd Place - Jake Sanders - pole vault - 10’ - state qualifying 4th Place - Mason Christianson - 3200m - 10:55 5th Place - Cody Amble - 200m - 23.83 5th Place - Jacob Lowery - disc - 121’8 - personal best 6th Place - Evan Hall, Miles Fincher, Tanner McDonald, Cody Amble - 4x400 3:49.01 7th Place - Tanner McDonald - long jump - 18’2” 7th Place - Evan Hall, Miles Fincher, Tanner McDonald, Eli Johnson - 4x200 1:42.10 8th Place - Mason Christianson - 1600m - 5:05.75 8th Place - Cody Amble - long jump - 18’½” 8th Place - Eli Johnson - high jump - 5’2” 3rd Place - Cora Badding - triple jump - 32’8” - state qualifying

Jake’s Take on Sports

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor Cardinals baseball one step away from another trip to the State B As we write this week, it’s exciting times once again for the LangdonEdmore-Munich Cardinals high school baseball team. The Cards are one win away from their third straight appearance in the State Class B High School Baseball Tournament

to be held at Corbett Field in Minot June 1-3. At the time of writing these words on May 23, they beat Park River Area 6-5 and Grafton 5-3 to get into the title game once again. They weren’t guaranteed to a state tourney ticket, and you will most likely know what happened when this paper comes out. No matter what, it’s been another great run for LangdonEdmore-Munich baseball. Congrats to Jack Romfo on being named Region 4 Senior Athlete of the Year and to Jack, Mason Romfo, Theo Romfo, Carter Tetrault and Brady Regner on making the All-Region 4 team. We will have pics from the great Larry Stokke this week then a full tournament story in next week’s paper.

The story of 46 runs scored in a game in L-E-M softball and PCN just missing State The end of the girls high school softball season has come to an end with Langdon-Edmore-Munich losing to Pembina County North in the first round. The Grizzlies then battled all the way to the final day, losing a state

qualifier to Thompson 9-3. PCN had a 3-2 lead going into the bottom of the fifth inning but couldn’t hold it.

There’s a crazy story to tell about the Lady Cards last regular season game, which was played at Minot Ryan on May 16. We were broadcasting baseball in Langdon that evening and were trying to get a score update from the Cards/Lions contest. The scored we received was Langdon-EdmoreMunich 46, Minot Ryan 12. Now, seeing that score on a text made us think that it couldn’t be right, so we investigated a little further, confirming it four different times. Forty-six runs in any baseball or softball game is a little bananas, to say the least. How did they do it? Well, first off, Minot Ryan had 13 errors in the field, but the Cardinals also had 17 hits. Freshman Raeleigh Ratzlaff had five hits and seven RBIs and Jada Moen five runs batted in. Congrats to Jada on getting to 40 ribbies for the season, which by far led the team. Jalynn Swanson scored seven runs with six each by Ratzlaff and McKenna Schneider.

They also had 16 stolen bases as a

team. And yes, the 46 runs scored are a record for the young program.

The Cards scored 15 runs in the first inning and 18 in the fourth. Even though both our area teams are disappointed the way their seasons came to an end, they can look back at many great memories this year, and putting up 46 runs in the Magic City will, for sure, be one of them. A big shout-out to L-E-M’s Traci Murphy on being named Region 4 Coach of the Year, and you can find a list of All-Region 2 softball players in this week’s paper.

State A and B Track Meet May 2527 in Bismarck Both Langdon-Edmore-Munich and Pembina County North have several boys and girls qualified for the state track meet at the Community Bowl in Bismarck May 25-27. The meet is now a three-day affair with opening ceremonies and the parade of athletes on May 25. We wish one and all the best of luck on placing at the state level.

Boys golf has Region 3 Tournament May 30 in Devils Lake; June brings several golf tourneys It’s getting down to the postseason for North Dakota boys golf. The Region 3 Tournament is scheduled for May 30 in Devils Lake with the State B meet June 6-7 in Wahpeton. Also, we are near the month of June, and that’s the start of golf tournament season.

At the Langdon Country Club, the Langdon Prairie Health Foundation will have their 28th Annual Tournament on June 3 with a tee-off time of 10:00 a.m. The Saturday after is the 3rd Annual Club Tourney, which is also a fundraiser for the Langdon Country Club course and clubhouse on June 10, also teeing off at 10. For the hospital foundation tournament, contact McKinzie Siverston at the foundation office, and for the club tourney, call 701-256-5938 for more information. Let’s get these tournaments filled; they are both a lot of fun.

Congrats to all 2023 graduates, and “See Ya!” next week!

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Sports

Cardinals lose 25-14 to PCN in Region 2 Tourney to end softball season L-E-M closes out 2023 campaign with a 12-6 record

By Jake Kulland After scoring a school record 46 runs (!!) at Minot Ryan May 16, the Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals girls softball team had a lot of momentum when they opened the Region 2 Tournament as the fourth seed, taking on fifth seeded Pembina County North on May 20. The Lady Cards had huge issues in the field, committing a season high 11 errors, and lost to the Grizzlies 25-14. The first round of the tourney was loser out, so the Cardinals season came to an end with a record of 12-6. Although it came to a disappointing end, Langdon-Edmore-Munich took another step forward in their second year as a program. They bring nearly their entire team back next season; Breana Wagner is the only senior. The Cards will have a good nucleus of juniors back for their senior year in Jada Moen, Jalynn Swanson, McKenna Schneider and Jaya Henderson, and a number of talented freshman and sophomores, including leading pitcher Tallia Johnston.

In their game at regionals, Cards errors coupled with some clutch hits by PCN put the Grizzlies up 13-2 going into the bottom of the third inning.

Langdon-Edmore-Munich would rally, scoring four runs in the bottom of the third and two more in the fourth, to cut the lead to 14-8. Moen tripled, and Schneider and Johnston each hit doubles in the comeback. Johnston would hit another double later in the contest, and Schneider smacked a triple, but it was not enough. PCN scored 11 times in the sixth and seventh innings to cement the win.

Thirteen of the Grizzlies runs would come in unearned,. Johnston took the loss while throwing 189 pitches. Kali DeMars, her counterpart from PCN, threw 169. Moen had two hits and also scored her 40th run batted in for the season. Johnston had four RBIs to lead the team. Kolbie Furstenau, just and eighth grader, led PCN with two hits including a double and five runs batted in. Nora Crosby had four of the Grizzlies nine stolen bases.

Henderson also hit a two-bagger for the Cards.

PEMBINA COUNTY NORTH 25, LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 14 PCN --544 106 5 -- 25 12 5 LEM --204 204 2 -- 14 7 11 WP -- Kali DeMars; LP -- Tallia Johnston Highlights -- LEM: Johnston 2x4 2 2B 4 RBIs, Jada Moen 2x4 3B RBI, McKenna Schneider 1x3 3B, Jaya Henderson 1x4 2B; PCN: DeMars 10 Ks, Kolbie Furstenau 2x4 2B 5 RBIs, Jocelyn Anderson 1x5 3B, Gracyn Helgoe 1x6 2B, Nora Crosby 2x3 RBI 4 SBs

Trap and Skeet Gun Club practices

Photographer Larry Stokke caught the Cavalier County Trap and Skeet Gun Club in action last week.

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Sports

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L-E-M and North Border compete in Walhalla

TJ Cosley tees off and swings so fast his club disappears. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Kennen Forest tees off in Walhalla at the golf meet. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Langdon-Edmore-Munich and North Border golf teams competed in Walhalla at the Walhalla Country Club on Monday, May 22. Photos by Larry Stokke.

Carson Brown drops the ball into the cup at the golf meet in Walhalla. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Ayden Stainbrook sinks a put in Walhalla on May 22. Photo by Larry Stokke.

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Information from Langdon Area School District on the upcoming mill levy vote

By Langdon Area School District Building Committee

Below is a current tax statement from Langdon City. Below are steps you can use to determine a new tax amount based on your tax statement.

Step 1: True and full value divided by 2 = assessed value (131,600/2=$65,800) *$65,800 is the assessed value Step 2: Assessed value of $65,800 x 9% = 5,922 * 9% is the taxable valuation rate * $5,922 is the taxable valuation Step 3: Taxable valuation of $5,922 x 5 mills or 0.005 = $29.61 * This person’s taxes would increase $29.61 annually

Below is a tax statement from a township in Cavalier County. Below are steps you can use to determine a new tax amount based on your tax statement.

Step 1: True and full value divided by 2 = assessed value (148,200/2 = $74,100) *$74,100 is the assessed value Step 2: Assessed value of $74,100 x 10% = 7,410 * 10% is the taxable valuation rate * $7,410 is the taxable valuation Step 3: Taxable valuation of 7,410 x 5 mills or 0.005 = $37.05 * This person’s taxes would increase by $37.05 annually or $0.23/acre on this quarter of land

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Train Accident May 30, 2023 — A “peculiar accident” was reported by the Fargo Forum on this day in 1902 that involved one fortunate little boy and one speeding passenger train. The incident occurred two days before near Glasgow, Montana, and concerned the Chamberlain family of Forest River, North Dakota. The family was returning home by train from their annual winter stay in Seattle, Washington when the peculiar event occurred.

According to Mr. and Mrs. Chamberlain, the family was sitting down to lunch in their train car when Mrs. Chamberlain gave her oldest son an empty glass bottle to toss out of the car’s open window. This was obviously a time before litter laws were in place, as throwing trash from train cars was a common practice of the day.

Anyhow, the five-year old boy took the bottle from his mother and proceeded to the opposite side of the car to toss it out. The boy threw the bottle with all his might from the car, and then, in his excitement, leaned over the edge of the window’s sill to get a good Facts regarding the Langdon Area School District proposed building fund mill look at the bottle’s landing. As he levy peered after the bottle, the boy lost increase: his balance and fell completely out of 1. Recent land sale prices do not influence taxable value. the open window. The Chamberlains 2. Appraised land value does not influence taxable value. rushed to the window to see what had 3. The proposed mill levy increase would go directly to the Langdon Area become of their son, and saw that he School District’s had hit the ground and had rolled to building fund. the edge of the ditch alongside the lo4. Funds spent from the building fund are governed by the North Dakota Centu- comotive’s tracks. ry Code.

5. Funds cannot be transferred out of the building fund.

Mrs. Chamberlain sounded the car’s 6. The building fund has been at the current mill level for 22 years. alarm, and brought the steam engine 7. The District’s building fund is used to maintain two buildings. to a halt. The worried parents ran to inform the conductor, who immediately reversed the train an eighth-mile to where the boy lay. Miraculously, the family found the boy conscious and, despite some minor cuts and bruises, relatively unharmed.

The Fargo Forum added that the same accident would normally prove fatal to any adult, little less a small boy.

Dakota Datebook written by Jayme Job “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.

Public Notices

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Cavalier County Commission Proceedings On May 2, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. the Board of Commissioners of Cavalier County, North Dakota, met at the Cavalier County Courthouse in regular session, with all members present.

The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Stanley Dick called the meeting to order and proceeded as follows: Dick asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Nick Moser made a motion to approve the agenda, seconded by Austin Lafrenz; motion carried. David Zeis made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Greg Goodman; motion carried. Greg Goodman asked to recognize Neil Romfo’s 42 years as County Commissioner and all his years of service to the community, and send sympathies to his family upon his passing. Steph Welsh, Public Health, met with the commissioners and reviewed a grant application through the Department of Transportation/ Vision Zero for funding to certify two staff members as Child Passenger Safety Technicians. Welsh explained that this would qualify them to do car seat safety checks through Public Health. David Zeis made a motion to approve the grant application, seconded by Nick Moser, motion carried.

Terry Johnston, Road Supervisor, and Evan Estenson, Road Foreman, met with the commissioners and reviewed upcoming road projects. Soft spots needing to be dug out before the upcoming gravel project on the Mt. Carmel Dam access road were discussed. Proposed gravel projects needing to be bid out were reviewed and it was decided to put it on the agenda to for final review next meeting. There was discussion on Huron Township culverts that washed out after the county replaced a culvert.

Huron Township will be informed that they can fill out Culvert Requests if they have culverts that qualify for cost share with the county. Replacement of V-plows was discussed. It was decided to have Estenson look into the cost of replacing the V-plows on two of the snowplow trucks and bring it to the next meeting. It was also decided to review the number of hours on the motor graders next meeting. There was brief discussion on the Langdon City property for the new shop. Moser will follow up with Langdon City. Greg Goodman made a motion to approve Culvert Requests in Cypress Township between Sections 16 & 21; and Sections 20 & 21, seconded by Austin Lafrenz, motion carried. The commissioners discussed a request from Seivert Township for a 36” culvert in a township road three miles south of Highway 66. It was decided to wait to see if the current culvert is in good shape or needing to be replaced once the water goes down. Greg Goodman reviewed salary comparison data, as well as current benefits. It was decided that the commissioners would decide on a cost of living adjustment amount for 2024. Salary adjustments for the roadmen will be put on the agenda to discuss at the next meeting. Greg Goodman made a motion, seconded by David Zeis to review and approve the following audit of claims; motion carried: ND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT

$106,502.14 | HEALTH INS ND STATE TREASURER $2,547.39 | FEES ND ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES $450.46 | FEES STANLEY DICK $231.86 | COMM NICK MOSER $344.53 | COMM PAIGE GELLNER $190.00 | TX DIR ANITA BEAUCHAMP $13.86 | CLERK MORGAN PRINTING, INC. $679.45 | COMM/R&B COMPUTER EXPRESS $1,318.99 | GEN ND ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES $604.24 | MISC SHILICE LARSEN $500.00 | STATE'S ATTY MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES $1,808.90 | MAINT ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS $559.30 | GEN/R&B NDPOA $320.00 | SHERIFF BUSINESS ESSENTIALS $92.44 | SHERIFF AT&T MOBILITY $862.04 | SHERIFF CARQUEST OF LANGDON $349.99 | SHERIFF STREICHER'S $22.98 | SHERIFF GALLS, LLC $278.71 | SHERIFF RUSSELL ANTHONY $181.90 SHERIFF BALCO UNIFORM CO. INC. $92.82 SHERIFF

HACTC $2,635.00 | SHERIFF ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS $186.56 | SHERIFF POST BOARD $45.00 | SHERIFF BUSINESS ESSENTIALS $38.07 | SHERIFF D & B MOTORS $179.94 | SHERIFF THE BORDERLAND PRESS $166.00 | R&B MIKKELSEN BROS. CONSTRUCTION $2,755.00 | R&B WALHALLA COOP OIL CO. $166.74 | R&B CARQUEST OF LANGDON $454.18 | R&B SCOTT HOWATT $1,837.50 | R&B ROGER KRAM $2,712.50 | R&B TERRELL HENDERSON $525.00 | R&B CHAD HENDERSON $525.00 | R&B LANGDON FIRE EQUIPMENT $1,005.00 | R&B JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL $1,501.18 | R&B RAZOR TRACKING, INC. $325.00 | R&B NAPA AUTO PARTS $162.72 | R&B NORTHEAST REGIONAL WATER $64.83 | R&B CLARK GRAVEL & CONST. INC. $13,265.40 | R&B GARY WIRTH $2,800.00 | R&B BRUCE WIRTH $2,800.00 | R&B

BRIAN WIRTH $2,800.00 | R&B NDSU - DEPT 3110 $59.50 | NDSU EXT. ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS $398.97 | NDSU EXT. BAILEY REISER $345.00 | NDSU EXT. NDSU EXT $13,160.45 | NDSU EXT. KATIE HENRY $70.00 | NDSU EX TR KATIE HENRY $30.00 | NDSU EXT. BAILEY REISER $30.00 | NDSU EXT. TOM HARDY $11.00 | VSO TOM HARDY $20.00 | VSO FARMERS UNION OIL CO $140.53 | VSO OTTER TAIL POWER CO $45.10 | WEED MIKKELSEN BROS. CONSTRUCTION $240.00 | WEED MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES $161.01 | WEED STEVE RATZLAFF $115.00 | WEED GREG HOFFMAN $115.00 | WEED JADYN KLINDT $115.00 | WEED ADAM HENDERSON $115.00 | WEED MARK SCHNEIDER $115.00 | WEED DEVIN HURSMAN $115.00 | WEED RORY JOHNSON $600.00 | SS ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS $260.13 | SS MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES $146.05 | SS

DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM GRAND FORKS $1,560.00 | NVHSZ RISE AND SHINE RESIDENTIAL CARE $36,198.75 | NVHSZ MOUNTAIN PLAINS YOUTH SERVICES $2,376.00 | NVHSZ At 11:00 a.m., Greg Goodman made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Nick Moser; motion carried.

Board of Commissioners Cavalier County, North Dakota Stanley Dick – Chairman Attest: Lisa Gellner - Auditor

PEMBINA COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AGENDA THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2023 FARMER’S ROOM | 9:00 AM •CALL MEETING TO ORDER •ROLL CALL •9:00 AM - CITY EQUALIZATION •9:30 AM – TOWNSHIP EQUALIZATION ANY OTHER BUSINESS THAT COMES BEFORE THE BOARD NOTE: ANY INDIVIDUAL REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMODATION TO ALLOW ACCESS OR PARTICIPATION AT THE COUNTY MEETING IS ASKED TO CALL 701-265-4231.

Langdon City Commission |Regular Meeting | May 22nd, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

Commission members present Jerry Nowatzki, Lawrence Henry, Jim Rademacher and Cody Schlittenhard.

Department heads present Jeff Hiller, Tom Beauchamp, Chelsea Graber. Also, present Steph Welsch – CC Health Nurse, Gabe Johnston, and Shane Gallagher – CC Sheriff’s Department, Nick Moser – County Commissioner, Rick and Shannon Duerr, Mark Geffers – Fischer Land Surveying, Sarah Hinnenkamp-Borderland Press, Quentin Wenzel – City Attorney and RoxAnne Hoffarth- City Auditor.

Approval of Minutes: L. Henry made the motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting on May 8th, seconded by C. Schlittenhard. Motion carries.

Additions to Agenda: Correspondence: Department Reports: Street: J. Hiller reported they have been sweeping and mowing. They will start spraying mosquitoes next week. Tri-State will be here next week to check out frost boils and we will need to decide what to do. Lawrence reported that Andrew with Moore Engineering was here last week to meet with Spruce Valley and Spruce Valley didn’t show. The next step is to pull the bond.

Fire Department: No report.

Water and Sewer: No report.

Sanitation: T. Beauchamp reported they hired for the part time position today. Cardboard prices are up so he will haul a load this week.

Activity Center: C. Graber reported all is normal.

Police Department: S. Gallagher reported they are fully staffed and with the warmer weather there have been a few more citations.

Auditors Report: The ditch behind LaFrenz Seed Co. has been brought to our attention again regarding the cat tails and clogged culverts. Hoffarth will call the CC Water Board regarding this issue. 12th Avenue residents are asking permission to block the street for a block party July 13th from 6-8 p.m. The street department will take cones up for the event. City Hall will be closed on Friday afternoons from May 26th through September 29th.

Unfinished Business County Lot – M. Geffers was present with plat map for the area that the County is looking for a lot. These lots could also be split if need be. The city has agreed to pay for the surveying costs. L. Henry made the motion to approve the platted map from Fischer Land Surveying seconded by J. Rademacher. Motion carries.

Luhmann Addition – Dennis is still in-

terested in developing this area but is concerned about engineering costs.

Shannon Duerr with the Job Development state that there are programs that the city could get funding for this but not the private sector. Discussion tabled and Shannon will give us more information on the funding.

Brad Timian lot – There has been concern of rodents around that property.

We will try to find something to take care of just rodents. Also, Quentin stated that the city has the right to demo the property. Tabled.

New Business Responsible Beverage Server training – S. Welsh stated that this class provides bartenders with knowledge of how to deal with overserved customers and how to treat. This also opens the lines of communication between the bars and the Sheriff’s Department. The Sheriff's Department offers the training at no cost to the business.

What is being asked is that the city when renewing the liquor licenses, it be on the application if they are up do date with the training. Discussion tabled to review the ordinance.

Fireworks permits – Langdon Chamber of Commerce, Emmanuel Lutheran Church – L. Henry made the motion to approve the fireworks permits, seconded by C. Schlittenhard. Motion Carries.

Building Permits - #5358 Cavalier Rural Electric, #5364 Dakota Spirit Arena, #5365 Megan Shephard, #5366 Ryan Howatt, #5367 Tammy Close. J. Rademacher made the motion to approve all building permits seconded

by C. Schlittenhard. Motion Carries.

Review and Approval of Bills: C. Schlittenhard made the motion to approve all bills, seconded by L. Henry. Motion Carrie

60454 MONTANA DAKOTA UTILITIES | 860.30 60455 NORTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 50.00 60456 SANITATION PRODUCTS | 3101.01 60457 THE RETROFIT COMPANIES | 899.78 60458 ADAPCO, INC. | 7556.10 60467-60468 Payroll & Liab. | 338.84

82401-82412 60446-60448 Payroll & Liab | 21087.69 60450 CAVALIER COUNTY JDA |5000.00 60451 2C PLUMBING AND HEATING INC. | 97.70 60452 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL | 16.70 60453 LANGDON COUNTRY CLUB | 465.00

Jerry Nowatzki, President RoxAnne Hoffarth, Auditor

Adjourn: L. Henry moved to adjourn the meeting.

Received by The Borderland Press on Tuesday, May 23.

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Public Notices

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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.

Memorial Day

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Memorial Day program set in Langdon Members of the American Legion Post 98 will host a Memorial Day program at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 29 at the American Legion Hall in Langdon.

All are invited to honor those who have died in service to our country.

Interesting facts about Memorial Day Each year on the last Monday of May, Americans celebrate Memorial Day. Memorial Day is a federal holiday that honors and mourns American military personnel who died while performing their duties in service to the United States Armed Forces.

Memorial Day has a rich history and one that’s worth revisiting as the nation prepares to honor the sacrifices made by its military personnel over the centuries.

• Freed slaves played a role in the establishment of Memorial Day. The American Civil War is the deadliest military conflict in American history, as the Union and the Confederacy each suffered more than 800,000 casualties by the time the war ended in 1865. According to History.com, as the war drew to a close, hundreds of Union soldiers who were being held as prisoners of war died and were buried in a mass grave in a Confederate prison camp in South Carolina. After the Confederate surrender, more than 1,000 now-freed slaves honored those recently deceased Union soldiers during a ceremony in which they sang hymns and distributed flowers.

The ceremony was dedicated to the fallen soldiers and served as a precursor to what is now celebrated as Memorial Day. • Confederate soldiers were honored, too. Confederate losses during the Civil War outnumbered Union losses, and those losses were not forgotten by southerners who survived the war.

History.com notes that, in 1866, the Georgia-based Ladies Memorial Association, one of many similar organizations to arise in the aftermath of the war, pushed for a day to honor fallen Confederate soldiers. In fact,

these efforts are believed to have influenced General John A. Logan.

In 1868, General Logan, a Civil War veteran who was then serving as commander-in-chief of a group of Union veterans, ordered the decoration of Union graves with flowers on May 30.

The day would ultimately be known as “Memorial Day.” • It took a long time for Memorial Day to become a federal holiday. Despite tracing its origins to the immediate aftermath of the Civil War, Memorial Day did not become an official federal holiday until 1971, more than a century after the war ended. This is the same year the holiday was officially designated as taking place on the last Monday in May. The designation has periodically drawn the ire of veterans and military supporters who suggest it is now more widely seen as the unofficial beginning to summer and not a day in which the sacrifices of fallen U.S. soldiers are honored to the extent that they should be.

• Debate exists about which town has the longest history of celebrating Memorial Day. A handful of towns claim to be the first celebrants of Memorial Day. That debate figures to continue in perpetuity, but History.com notes that Waterloo, New York, was officially recognized by U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson as the birthplace of Memorial Day in 1966. Doylestown, Pennsylvania, and Rochester, Wisconsin are some other towns that claim to have celebrated Memorial Day since the mid-1860s.

Memorial Day has a rich history that highlights the importance of honoring the men and women who have given their lives while in service of the United States military.

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How Memorial Day and Veterans Day differ from each other Memorial Day and Veterans Day each honor the military, though the two holidays are not the same. Memorial Day, which is celebrated annually on the last Monday in May, honors the brave men and women who lost their lives while serving in the American military. Many communities host memorial ceremonies honoring their fallen soldiers on Memorial Day, ensuring such soldiers’ bravery and sacrifices are never forgotten. While many people now view Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial start of summer, the weekend should not be celebrated without also pausing to reflect on and recognize the military personnel who lost their lives in defense of freedom and the American way of life.

Veterans Day is celebrated annually on November 11 and recognizes all men and women who have served in the military. Veterans Day coincides with Remembrance Day, which is a celebrated by the Commonwealth of

Nations, an association of 53 member states with connections to the British Empire. Though Veterans Day and Remembrance Day are each celebrated on November 11, the latter recognizes armed forces members who died in the line of duty, making

it more similar to Memorial Day than Veterans Day. It’s not uncommon for people to recognize fallen soldiers on Veterans Day, but many use the holiday to express their appreciation to existing veterans.

Make your Memorial Day barbecue a success Summer unofficially starts with the arrival of Memorial Day at the end of May. Although it is a holiday designed to honor American military personnel who have died in various wars, it also serves double-duty as a chance to gather with friends and loved ones and enjoy the return of the warm-weather entertaining season.

Barbecues are the centerpieces of Memorial Day celebrations. It may have been awhile since the grill was fired up, so anyone can use a little refresher course in barbecue etiquette.

Here are some tips for making the most of Memorial Day parties.

Ready the grill If your grill has lain dormant for several months, it’s wise to inspect and thoroughly clean it in advance of Memorial Day. Insects like spiders may have built homes inside, and grease and grime may be lingering from last year. Ensure the grill is in top form before cooking for guests.

Keep food safety in mind A study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture found more than half of study participants don’t try to wash their hands when preparing food.

Wash hands thoroughly to ensure guests do not get sick at the barbecue. Keep food refrigerated until it is ready to be cooked or served. Use a

food thermometer to cook to the required internal temperature to make sure bacteria is destroyed. Do not use the same utensils that touched raw meat to remove cooked food from the grill.

Develop a signature rub Set your food apart with unique flavors. Create a summer food rub using the herbs and spices you prefer. Make a big batch to use throughout the grilling season.

Arrange for shade It can get quite warm outdoors even in May for many areas of the country. Therefore, prepare a spot where guests can escape the sun. If you don’t have enough table umbrellas, consider light netting or canopies for shade. Shift them as needed as the sun moves across the sky.

Don’t leave food sitting The USDA’s Food Safety Inspection Service advises that food should not be left out for more than two hours, or one hour if the temperature is above 90 F. Keep buffet-style food covered so that insects do not land on the items and run the risk of contamination. Promptly move leftovers indoors if you plan on keeping them.

Offer a variety of beverages It’s important to stay hydrated when the weather is warm. Stock the cooler with plenty of water, juices, iced teas, and the like. If you plan to serve alcoholic beverages, keep them separate from the non-alcoholic items so that children do not have access.

Make it a potluck If you will be hosting, reduce some of the work by having the main foods available and ask guests to bring the sides and beverages. This will defray the costs and relieve some of the pressure.

Memorial Day barbecues can be successful with some planning and simple safety measures.