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Friday, October 14, 2022
Volume 1, Number 40
Stanley R. Mickelsen Safeguard Complex
deemed worthy of National Historic Landmark consideration By Borderland Press Staff The Stanley R. Mickelsen Safeguard Complex near Nekoma has seen a lot of interest and attention over the last few months. One of the latest parties to show interest is the National Park Service. In a study released late last week, the park service said the “Nekoma Pyramid” is among two dozen properties around the United States identified as having nationally significant connections to the Cold War worthy of National Historic Landmark consideration. The study titled “Protecting America: Cold War Defensive Sites” was created in partnership with the National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers and the Cold War Advisory Committee. The study covers the history and events between the 1945 Japanese surrender at the end of World War II and the dissolution of the Soviet Union, America’s principal adversary, in 1991. While the distinction highlights the history of the anti-ballistic missile defense site, those currently connected to the Mickelsen site worried the news could cause confusion or be misinterpreted, especially given the timing of the release so close to Bitzero acquiring the tactical area of the site. “It might give the impression that the Mickelsen site is on that list for a reason other than just noticing it and that something could happen from the government side of things going forward, which it can’t. They signed off on this property a long time ago,” said Carol Goodman, a consultant to the Cavalier County Job Development Authority for the Stanley R. Mickelsen site redevelopment. Goodman wants people to know Bitz-
Photo by Larry Stokke.
ero is committed to taking over the tactical area of the site and turning it into a data storage center. “Our deal with Bitzero, their purchase of the tactical area from JDA (Job Development Authority), is a process that’s just about finalized, and so this does not affect that at all, and I guess that’s the message that we want to get out there,” Goodman said. “It does not affect what we’re doing right now.” The park service stated that National Historic Landmarks represent outstanding aspects of American history and culture, possess exceptional value or quality in illustrating or in-
terpreting the heritage of the United States, and have a high degree of integrity of location, design, setting, material, workmanship, feeling, and association. Identifying eligibility is an initial step in nominating a property for designation. “As a former Cold War veteran, I understand this study meets an urgent need to identify Cold War properties that are rapidly disappearing. The history of the Cold War is told in just a handful of our national parks and National Historic Landmarks, but there are many opportunities to learn about and discuss this complex and recent history. This study provides a framework for scholars, researchers, and
educators to share a deeper history through the power of place,” said Chuck Sams, National Park Service director. Generally, properties must be at least 50 years old or exceptionally important to be considered eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or designation as a National Historic Landmark. Most properties associated with the Cold War today are fewer than 50 years old; many were demolished following their deactivation or altered enough from their historic character and no longer possess a high degree of integrity for designation or listing. page 14 Because of this cont’d. and theon recency of
Cavalier County 4-H holds event to get more to ‘join the club’ By Sarah Hinnenkamp bridge between Cavalier County 4-H and the community. Many people have questions about 4-H and what is included. This was an opportunity to show a little bit of what 4-H has to offer, give families time to ask questions, and encourage youth to participate,” said Katie Henry, NDSU Extension agent for Cavalier County.
The NDSU Extension agents in Cavalier County are responsible for conducting the 4-H programming in the county. Their job is to get instruction from the state 4-H office, which is housed on campus at NDSU in the Extension Office, in order to conduct county 4-H events and guide their volunteer leaders. NDSU Extension agents Katie Henry and Bailey Reiser, administrative assistant Jane Hayen,
As part of National 4-H Week last week, Cavalier County 4-H Council held a fall festival event to create awareness about their clubs. The two-hour event was held in conjunction with the Langdon Farmers Mar-
ket and the Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce at the farmers market site west of the Cavalier County Courthouse. “We thought this event would be a
and the Cavalier County 4-H leaders work as a team to make sure the 4-H programs survive and thrive. The idea of the fall festival was brought to the 4-H Council last fall.
Photo by Larry Stokke.
While organizers worried the chilly temperatures may deter attendees, they estimated they had more than 100 people attend. One of the 4-H cont’d. on page 12
Photo by Larry Stokke.