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Friday, January 10,2025

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Taking the Barley Bin Bar and Grill to new heights

By Hilary Nowatzki

News: Funds are available to help kinship caregivers gain guardianship, Pg. A2

A determined Osnabrock woman is embarking on a new chapter to renovate and re-energize a local watering hole. After running a successful cafe in Osnabrock for the past five years, Jolene Halldorson was ready for a change of pace. After visiting with and discussing her ideas with locals, she said she “just went for it.” After closing on the property in June, Jolene got to work remodeling.

"I mulled it over for quite a while after it had been up for sale for quite a few months," Jolene explained. "I had been running the cafe in Oz here for five years, and I'm not really a morning person, so the bar seemed like a better fit for me. I do miss my breakfast crowd, but I also appreciate not having to wake up to an alarm anymore."

Community: Pembilier Nursing Center rings in the New Year, Pg. A5

One of the first changes Jolene implemented was the addition of custom-made tables sponsored by local businesses. The sponsorship process is straightforward; the businesses pay for the cost of the table, and in return, they get to display their logo on the table.

"A lot of the bars in the area have them,” said Halldorson. “I just put it out on Facebook that I'm looking for people to sponsor tables in the bar, and they were all sponsored within like a day."

Sports: Basketball camp wraps up for local youngsters, Pg. B2

Topics covered in the class include: •Ages and stages of child development •Nurturing young children •Positive discipline strategies A significant focus of the course is on brain development and adult self-regulation.

“You can’t effectively moderate a child’s behavior if you aren’t moderated yourself,” Dunnigan emphasized.

These tools are intended to help participants create a balanced and nurturing environment for young children.

In addition to the in-person class in Lakota, NDSU Extension offers a variety of parenting resources across

"My plans change daily,” she said. “I have lots of ideas going on in my head, but then it's the logistics of it.

Can it really happen? But my next thing that I'm going to probably be doing is purchasing a salad bar. So I would have a salad bar and build your own pizza bar."

The food at the Barley Bin and Grill has already earned great reviews with one customer raving about the "Mango Habanero" chicken sandwich as "probably one of the best sandwiches I've had in the area."

"As long as it can fit into my schedule, I would work with anybody if they wanted something."

In addition to the culinary offerings, the Barley Bin Bar and Grill has been offering live entertainment with another special event on Jan. 31 featuring a live two-man band.

Osnabrock and back, ensuring safe rides for everyone wanting to enjoy a fun night. Jolene expressed her deep gratitude for the support she's received from the local community and is excited to take the bar to new heights.

to transport people from Langdon to

any small bar in a small community

By Rebecca Davis

Allyse Dunnigan, Region 4 NDSU Extension agent, shared insights into the program’s objectives, “This class focuses on parenting and working with children in their first five years.”

The sessions will be taught by Michelle Stein of McVille and are open to a broad audience, including parents, grandparents, elementary school teachers, and childcare providers.

The course consists of four sessions, each building upon the previous one, making consistent attendance highly recommended. Participants can also earn ‘Growing Futures’ childcare provider education credits and foster care licensing credits.

While the overall aesthetic of the Barley Bin Bar and Grill is already quite appealing with its rustic charm, Halldorson has more plans in the works.

"I had so many people come in and “They were here last month, too, and offer to help me with the cleaning they are so much fun, and that's a and getting it ready to open, and blast listening to them," said Halldor- I am so appreciative of everybody son.

The transition hasn't been without its that came in and helped me. And, Halldorson is also open to catering hurdles, however. opportunities, as long as they fit into To make the event even more acces- yeah, I can't say enough about the sible, Jolene has arranged for a bus community," she concluded.

"I think it's the same challenge as her schedule.

Parenting classes offered across North Dakota to support families The Lakota Childcare Center is teaming up with NDSU Extension to launch a new parenting class designed to support families with young children starting January 16. The course, “Active Parenting: The First Five Years,” aims to guide parents, caregivers, and educators through the challenges and joys of raising children during their early developmental stages.

in North Dakota is the location, the weather, the roads. You know, especially this time of year, it's hard to get people in," Halldorson noted.

FROST FIRE PARK SEES RECORD-BREAKING ATTENDANCE

By Rebecca Davis

the state, both online and in-person.

Other course topics include parenting teenagers, navigating divorce, and fostering social-emotional learning.

"I think the weather was good. The snow was good. It was just a really, really good day," Shereck said.

“There are no perfect parents.

We’re all learning and trying our best,” Dunnigan noted. “Even those of you who are really good parents, you’ve still never parented this exact child at this exact age and stage. We’re here to help by providing new ideas and techniques for any situation that may arise.”

In addition to the record-breaking attendance, Frost Fire saw high turnout over the entire winter break period, according to Shereck.

"We've had some really big days over winter break,” she said. “It's been awesome."

Shereck also attributed the park’s high traffic to the free lift ticket program for local students. The Pembina Gorge Foundation, which operates Frost Fire Park, distributed over 27,000 vouchers to schools in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Canada, with the goal of inspiring more kids to try skiing and snowboarding.

To further support families, free childcare is offered during all in-person classes.

“All of our care providers are background checked through NDSU, so you’re guaranteed somebody safe and knowledgeable to be with your kids,” Dunnigan reassured parents.

Dunnigan, who is also a parent, highlighted how the classes have enriched her own parenting experience, “I appreciate the different perspectives these classes offer. They’ve given me techniques that have brought a sense of calmness to my home.”

For those unable to attend in person, an online version of the class will begin on January 30, led by Jeanie Erickson of Cass County.

Interested individuals can learn more about the Lakota parenting class and other NDSU Extension offerings by visiting the NDSU Extension website at ndsu.ag/parenteducation.

Photo courtesy of Frost Fire Park.

Frost Fire Park had an incredibly busy winter break, breaking their single-day attendance record with over 600 skiers on Dec. 28, 2024.

"We've had the highest number of skiers in one day since the [Pembina Gorge] Foundation has taken over," said Kennedy Shereck, marketing manager at Frost Fire Park.

The park opened at 10 a.m. that

day and had completely sold out of rentals by 1:40 p.m., a testament to the high demand. Despite the large crowds, Shereck noted that the lift lines moved relatively quickly.

"When you're going to the lift, the single line is where it's at. You can fit four to a chair, and that line moves relatively quickly," she explained.

The park's success was likely aided by the excellent weather and snow conditions that day.

"The goal with that was really just to inspire students to try snowboarding, try skiing. It's not as popular as it used to be in the past, and we are just trying to bring that love for being outdoors, get kids outside over winter break, as well as support a local ski park," Shereck explained.

With the successful winter break behind them, Frost Fire is looking ahead to more exciting events, including a live music performance by Dakota Jam during Après Ski on Jan. 25 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and the Homestead Band on Feb. 1 as part of their Giving Hearts Day fundraising efforts.

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Funds are available to help kinship caregivers gain guardianship

News Briefs

From The Borderland News Center Human smugglers seek acquittal Steve Shand and Harshkumar Patel, the two men found guilty of human smuggling charges this past November, are now seeking an acquittal.

The charges the two men were found guilty of connect back to the January 2022 incident outside of Emerson where a family of four died. Shand and Patel’s lawyers argue the trial presented insufficient evidence to justify the verdicts.

New Ports of Entry hours begin Beginning Monday, the US Customs and Protection and Canadian Border Services Agency will start their new hours of entry at numerous ports of entry. Walhalla-Winkler now operates 8-8; Maida-Windygates, Hannah-Snowflake, and Sarles-Crystal City now operate 9-5; Gretna-Neche and Lanncaster-Tolstoi now operate 8-6.

Minnewasta Golf Course clubhouse faces fire after grand re-opening Another fire broke out at the Minnewasta Golf Course clubhouse, about three years since the first fire destroyed the original clubhouse and just days after their grand opening.

The fire was called in around 2am on Sunday and reportedly caused extensive damage to the new facility. Fire crews from multiple departments fought the flames and the oppressive cold for hours to contain the damage. This is the second large fire at the golf course, the first being in November 2021 which decimated the clubhouse. Fire officials have not yet released any further information. Investigations are underway.

Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue reaches goal Hours before ringing in the New Year,

the fundraiser for the Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue, based in Rolla, N.D., surpassed its goal of reaching $300K. The TMAR plan to purchase the land their facility is located on and continue to develop their new shelter building. Since 2013, the non-profit has re-homed over 8,000 animals.

Trial pushed back for former superintendent A federal judge has pushed back the trial of former Midkota Public Schools Superintendent Ryan Baron, 42, from January to May 2025. Baron faces numerous federal charges related to sexual exploitation of minors. A second man who claims to have worked with Baron in these crimes, Aaron Doss, 27, earlier pled guilty to his crimes and awaits sentencing in February.

More information released in officer related shooting The Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa have provided a few more details into the officer-involved shooting which ended the life of Jordan Parisien, 32, of Belcourt. In a statement, the tribe confirmed the person who shot Parisien was a Bureau of Indian Affairs agent who is presently on administrative leave. The FBI is leading the investigation.

New scam circulates Law enforcement agencies across the country, including in the Dakotas and Minnesota, are warning citizens of a new scam called “brushing.” In this latest scam, a person receives a package seemingly at random with a QR code included. Scanning the QR code could possibly compromise an individual’s personal data.

NDOMB releases state’s financial report

The North Dakota Office of Management and Budget released the state’s financial report last week. The 2024 report, which runs from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, indicates the Peace Garden State received high marks with the state’s net position increasing 11.2% and the general fund balance increasing 12.4%.

Merger proposed in Grand Forks Members of the Grand Forks County Commission are planning to propose a merger between the Grand Forks Sheriff’s Office Department and the County Jail Department. The point of this potential merger would be to prevent tax increases, according to Commissioner Mark Rustad. If a merger does take place, it’s unknown who would serve as admin for the correctional center.

Fedorchak sworn in This week, Julie Fedorchak, the North Dakota Representative to the US Congress, was officially sworn into office.

Fedorchak holds the distinction of being the first woman from North Dakota to represent the state in the House of Representatives, as well as one of the few freshman Congress members to serve on the Committee of Energy and Commerce.

Change of plea scheduled for Drayton man A change of plea hearing was scheduled Monday in Grand Forks for Drayton resident Shawn Kenneth Bjerke, 56. In August, Bjerke was accused of seven-offenses, including possession with intention to deliver methamphetamine and reckless endangerment.

He was arrested following a chase from Traill County to Grand Forks County, which severely damaged two police vehicles.

January is Birth Defects Prevention Month; HHS reminds people about prevention and resources to assist children and families BISMARCK, ND - Every 4.5 minutes, a baby is born with a major birth defect in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Birth defects include structural changes and disorders present at birth. They are common, costly and can affect any family. They also range from mild to serious and include critical conditions that can cause lifelong health challenges affecting almost any part of the body, such as the heart, brain or limbs.

This January, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is recognizing Birth Defects Prevention Month and raising awareness about prevention, newborn screenings and programs and services available to affected children and their families.

“While we can’t prevent all birth defects, we can promote healthy choices before and during pregnancy to help lower the risk,” explained Kimberly Hruby, HHS Special Health Services director.

HHS and the CDC offer these tips before and during pregnancy.

•See a health care professional regularly.

•Get 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic

acid daily.

•Try to reduce the risk for infections.

•Talk to your health care provider and get up to date on recommended vaccines.

•Wash your hands often to prevent illnesses.

•Get tested for sexually transmitted infections.

•Talk to a health care professional about taking any medications.

•Avoid alcohol, tobacco and other recreational drugs.

After a child is born, newborn screenings done in North Dakota hospitals can help identify health conditions early, making diagnosis, treatment and intervention possible.

“Early identification through newborn screening, combined with advancements in medical care and treatment, care coordination and other services are available to support the health and well-being of North Dakota children,” added Hruby.

HHS offers several supportive services and programs that benefit families of children born with qualifying conditions, disabilities and developmental delays.

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serves children with chronic health needs. Services include care coordination, connecting families to pediatric specialty clinics, help paying for some diagnostic and related medical services for eligible children through its Financial Coverage Program, and more. Parents can learn more at (701) 328-2436, (800) 755-2714, 711 (TTY) or dohcshsadm@nd.gov.

In addition, North Dakota Medicaid may be able to help qualifying pregnant women and families with health care costs. Individuals are encouraged to apply online at hhs.nd.gov/ applyforhelp.

Early Intervention Services can assist families by identifying whether young children (birth until their third birthday) have developmental delays, when the right help can make all the difference. This HHS program offers developmental assessments and evaluations at no cost to families. If a child qualifies, a plan is developed with parents to meet a child’s unique needs. It may include home visits from occupational, physical or speech therapists and other professionals, consultations and parent coaching.

Parents can find information about the programs and services listed above at hhs.nd.gov.

BISMARCK, ND - North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced that funding assistance is now available to help with the legal costs of gaining guardianship as a kinship caregiver.

Offered through the HHS Kinship-ND program, caregivers can apply to receive up to $2,500 to help complete the initial guardianship process. Caregivers must be receiving Kinship-ND services before applying for funds.

Kinship caregivers are adults who provide full-time care, nurturing support, protection and care for children who cannot remain safely in their parents’ home. These caregivers can be a grandparent, aunt, uncle, godparent, older sibling, extended family member or someone who shares a close

relationship with a child (also known as fictive kin).

Today there are more than 765 N.D. caregivers who provide care to more than 1,325 children in a kinship care arrangement.

“We are happy that funds are now available to help kinship caregivers provide safe and stable homes in familiar environments,” HHS Children and Family Services Director Cory Pedersen said. “Kinship care is one of the best ways to keep families connected and at the same time ensure the safety and well-being of children.”

For more information and to apply for kinship caregiver guardianship establishment funds, email kinship@nd.gov or call (701) 328-1453, 711 (TTY).

Name-A-Plow Contest winners announced BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has selected the winners for the fourth annual Name-A-Plow contest, in which N.D. citizens submitted snowplow name ideas.

N.D. citizens submitted more than 500 snowplow name ideas that were considered in the contest. Names were narrowed down by the district for which the names were submitted, and winners were chosen by NDDOT employee vote.

The winners will have the opportunity to meet with the operator of the plow they named, as well as have their snowplow name permanently displayed on the plow.

The names selected as winners are: • Bismarck District: Snow Force One • Devils Lake District: Optimus Brine • Dickinson District: Mr. Snowjangles • Fargo District: Clearapathra

• Grand Forks District: Plower Ranger • Minot District: Iron Bladen • Valley City District: Sled Zeppelin • Williston District: Catch My Drift NDDOT wants to sincerely thank everyone who submitted names for your participation and excitement about the Name-A-Plow contest! When you see them out on the road, remember to give them space so they can do their jobs safely.

Find more information on winter weather driving, the ND Roads travel map, and the Name-A-Plow Contest at dot.nd.gov.

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Agriculture

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Registration open for 10th annual Field to Fork webinar series Farm relief payment rates released – The new economic assistance package for farmers will total $9.7 billion. North Dakota farmers will share $672 million in relief. Payments will total $619 million for Minnesota and $505 million for South Dakota. The University of Missouri’s Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute completed this analysis. The payment rates are $42.51 per acre for corn; $30.69 for wheat; $29.50 per acre for soybeans; $26.76 for canola; $23.38 for sunflower seed and $21.76 per acre for barley. The crops receiving the largest payments are cotton at $87.26 per acre and rice at $69.52 per acre.

Relief payments could come quickly – The American Relief Act of 2025 will provide farmers nationwide with economic assistance to help offset losses from declining crop prices.

Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute Director Pat Westhoff said assistance packages like this are rare and farmers should plan accordingly.

“Farmers can’t count on getting the same type of payment again in the future so they should treat this as a onetime only payment.” Payments could come quickly. “The legislation lays out

a pretty tight timeframe, just a couple of months after the bill is passed, so we’ll see if USDA will be able to act as quickly as the bill envisions to get checks out the door quickly.”

Rural Mainstreet Index dips below growth neutral – The Rural Mainstreet Index, a key measure of economic health in rural areas across ten states reliant on agriculture and energy, fell sharply in December. The index dropped below its growth-neutral mark for the 11th time this year.

Creighton University economist Ernie Goss attributed November’s brief uptick to optimism following the Trump election, which faded as weak grain prices and farm income losses took their toll. About 25 percent of bankers surveyed said their local economy is in or nearing recession, while the rest expect slow growth in 2025.

Otter Tail Power completes ND rate review – The North Dakota Public Service Commission has approved a $13.1 million net increase to Otter Tail Power Company’s electric service rates. In a news release, Otter Tail Power officials said the 6.18 percent net rate increase will keep its rates among the lowest in the nation.

Evolution Ag Summit set for Feb. 18 North Dakota Farmers Union is set to host the third annual Evolution Ag Summit on Feb. 18 in Jamestown. “Fuels of the Future” is the focus of this year’s summit. The event will focus on new developments in the renewable fuels markets and the opportunities they create for N.D. farmers.

“Farmers have a lot of questions about how consumer demand and public policy are driving growth in the renewable fuels market,” said N.D. Farmers Union President Mark Watne. “Our objective with the Evolution Ag Summit is to answer those questions. We will connect farmers with industry experts, so farmers better understand how this will impact them and their bottom line.”

Speakers at the one-day event include representatives from ADM, Gevo, NDSU, and National Farmers Union. Peterson Farm Brothers will keynote the summit.

The event is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Farmers Union state office in Jamestown. Cost is $30 to attend. Lunch will be provided. To register, go to ndfu.org/ evolutionag.

NDSU Extension's Field to Fork webinars provide information about safely growing, preserving and preparing specialty-crop fruits and vegetables.

North Dakota State University Extension will again host the Field to Fork webinar series starting February 2025.

The Field to Fork Wednesday webinars will begin Feb. 12. The webinars will be held online from 2 to 3 p.m. through May 7. Participants can login individually online or watch the webinar together with others and enjoy fun activities following the presentation.

A WATCH PARTY will be held for each webinar at the Pembina County Courthouse in the Farmers Room. Events are free - attend one or attend all!

Experts from across the region will provide information about growing, preserving and preparing specialty-crop fruits and vegetables safely in this 10th annual webinar series.

The webinars are free of charge, but pre-registration is required. The webinars will be held on Zoom. Register on the Field to Fork website at ag.ndsu. edu/fieldtofork. Participants will be sent reminder emails with the link.

The webinars also will be archived for later viewing, but participating in the live webinar allows participants to interact with the presenter.

This series is an ongoing collaborative effort with the North Central Food Safety Extension Network which includes experts from NDSU and around the region.

Julie Garden-Robinson, NDSU Extension food and nutrition specialist, said that when the first Field to Fork webinar series started 10 years ago, online webinars were still relatively new.

“People were not routinely participating in online webinars,” said Garden-Robinson. “We needed to explain how to use the online platform.”

Topics that will be covered: Feb. 12: How to Start Your Own Flower and Vegetable Transplants Indoors — Don Kinzler, Extension horticulture agent, NDSU Feb. 19: Anatomy of a Food Recall — Bryon Chaves, Extension associate professor, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Feb. 26: Growing Tips for Summer and Winter Squash — Tom Kalb, Extension horticulturist, NDSU March 5: Let’s Preserve Salsa (Live Demonstration) — Julie Garden-Robinson, Extension food and nutrition specialist and professor, NDSU March 12: The Science Behind Indoor Plant Lighting — Esther McGinnis, Extension horticulturist and associate professor, NDSU March 19: Pickling Safety — Cindy

Brison, Extension educator, University of Nebraska March 26: Tips and Tricks for Vegetable Production — Susie Thompson, associate professor and potato breeder, NDSU April 2: Plant Pathology 101: Common Plant Diseases — Sam Markell, professor and interim plant pathology department chair, NDSU April 9: All About Alliums: Garlic, Green Onion, Dry Bulb Onion, Leeks and Shallots — Harlene Hatterman-Valenti, professor, NDSU April 16: Ghosts in Your Gardens — Janet Knodel, Extension entomologist and professor, NDSU April 30: Food Preservation Toolkit — Karen Blakeslee, Extension associate, Kansas State University May 7: Healthy Soil, Healthy Food — Carlos Pires, Extension soil health specialist and assistant professor, NDSU This project is made possible with funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service.

To register, visit NDSU Extension’s website at https://www.ag.ndsu. edu/fieldtofork. For more information about the Pembina County WATCH PARTIES please contact Kari Helgoe at 701.265.8411 or kari.l.helgoe@ ndsu.edu.

Application window opens for “Climate-Smart Agriculture” Program Six million dollars available to producers for high-value ag conservation practices Monday marked the official opening of the North Dakota application window for a pilot project that rewards farmers and ranchers for implementing high-value conservation practices on their land. Producers have one month to apply for enrollment in the Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture program. If accepted, they will earn $100 an acre or animal unit to adopt or maintain practices that curb greenhouse gas emissions.

N.D. is one of just four states participating in the pilot project, funded through a three-year $57-million USDA grant. Participation is limited

to seven soil conservation districts: Cass, Foster, McKenzie, Mercer, Rolette, Stark/Billings and Ward. The project will provide roughly $6 million in producer payments this enrollment cycle.

Producers can enroll up to 320 acres or animal units for a maximum payout of $32,000 annually. Producers who enrolled in 2024 are eligible to enroll again in 2025, but they can’t enroll the same acres for the same practice. Sixteen different conservation practices are eligible under program guidelines.

Nationally, the program is led by Virginia Tech. N.D. Farmers Union is serving as the state lead, with the North Dakota Conservation District Employees Association and soil conservation districts providing technical assistance for growers. The N.D. Grain Growers Association is also partnering with N.D. Farmers Union on producer outreach.

To enroll or learn more about the program, visit allianceforcsa.org or contact your local soil conservation district. Farms and ranches must be located in one of the eight eligible counties. Deadline to apply is Feb. 7.

Opinion

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Letter from the Publisher emergency. You can watch the national news and say ‘those folks don’t know how to drive in the winter.’ While there’s some truth to that, I wouldn’t want what they’re getting.

Knocked down power lines, collapsed roofs, no thanks, none of us would do well in those situations. My parents and grandparents, as well as yours I’m sure, have told many stories about the historical blizzards they endured on the North Dakota prairie. I will never, ever be as tough as those people.

It feels strange to watch the massive storm causing all sorts of snow emergencies in the southern states and on to the east coast. Seven states have declared a state of

Many of us don’t mind a good blizzard now and then because we can hunker down in our nice warm homes with our fridges full of food and Netflix on the big screen. What a different time.

What will our grandchildren experi-

ence? Will they look back at us and say ‘oh how did they endure that, I’ll never be that strong?’ Maybe if the internet goes down. That seems to be a pretty tragic situation for some.

Goodness.

In the meantime we’ve been experiencing some pretty nasty temps but it’s getting better. A drive down Main Street reveals a lot of exhaust from vehicles running while the owner is off doing business. Another luxury we enjoy that the big city folks can not.

It’s nice to live where your car is right where you left it, engine running and doors unlocked.

I enjoyed a couple hockey games at The Dakota Spirit Arena this past

weekend. This is a favorite pastime for me, even though I haven’t made it to as many games as usual this winter. And it’s not because I’ve been home sitting on my hands! Sip Happens kept us very busy in December and gets me out of the house three evenings a week. It’s always a blast seeing old friends and making new.

Stop in.

Again this year our employees blessed us with a gift card to Harry’s Steakhouse in Grand Forks. We trekked down a couple weeks ago and enjoyed a great meal and two glasses of wine for me. They sat us right in front of the fireplace and it was a wonderful experience. No need to mention the carrot cake cheesecake that I brought

home and ate over the next three days. Thank you to our staff for making that experience happen!

I hope you’re enjoying your own personal experiences this winter. We’ve received many, many subscription renewals for The Borderland Press and we thank you for that! We look forward to another year of gathering the information you want. Take care, stay warm.

Diane Simmons

Publisher publisher@theborderlandpress.com

Letter from the Editor: of outside. We were enjoying the amenities a pop up provides. I was down to a t-shirt inside the little tent on the second day, even though it was only 0 out.

I’ve got plenty of things on my winter to-do list, the fun kind of stuff anyways. My list ranges from snowmobiling, ice skating, and skiing to the one I got to cross off the list this weekend, which was plenty of ice fishing. Still didn’t catch a damn thing, but I certainly enjoyed the time spent outside, well, kind

I went twice with a friend over the weekend but heard they weren’t biting due to how insanely cold it was, at least that’s what the old timers told me. At least I got to drill the holes on my own this time! When I went with Grandpa in years past, he had a gas powered one that he didn’t trust wouldn’t spin me around the ice and throw me 20 feet away.

While I was in Austin, Texas, I enjoyed going ice skating once with Kate and Conrad. However, this was the type of rink where you rent your own skates, and they tend to be the most uncom-

fortable ones I’ve ever worn. There was also an excess of people there. I nearly plowed over a small kid but ate it myself to dodge the youngster.

I hear it is open skate on Saturday at Dakota Spirit Arena, and I’m certainly planning on hitting that up. I can skate; I’m just not the best. I’ve even had half a mind to try and find someone who would be willing to do adult lessons with me. Going to the gym is great, but I wouldn’t mind a different kind of workout to change things up.

I hung out with a friend while her daughter was at skating practice last week, and I had so much fun watching the littles get the hang of things.

I was highly impressed by the older girls who were twirling and doing all these beautiful movements on the

ice that would leave me with a broken bone or two.

Next on the list is skiing. I’ve yet to visit Frost Fire for their skiing, and it’s about time I remedy that. It’s been at least a decade since I was on a pair of skis, but I think I could pick it back up pretty quickly or fall a few times trying. This weekend looks a bit chilly, but I’ve got heated gloves that help me survive the winter with Raynaud’s disease, which means my hands and feet are always cold and always at risk of frostbite, even in reasonable temperatures.

Hilary Nowatski Editor

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The Morning Run: January soup vibes

By Sara Goodman Last week and the weekend were busy - full of basketball in Minot, Warwick and Munich; hockey games at home (thankfully!); NFL football; various board meetings; taking down my Christmas decorations and cleaning. I don’t put up many Christmas decorations because a) I’m a bit lazy about decorating and b) I hate taking them down because then the house seems so empty and devoid of color, and also because then I have to clean. My fake trees leave a mess of fake needle debris, and there’s always glitter.

Why is there always so much glitter?

I usually leave up a few decorations

that are more wintery such as wooden snowflakes (with glitter on them, of course), a lantern decorated with greenery and buffalo plaid ribbon, a cheap little Dollar General owl and some stick figure, gold-colored deer.

I might leave out a few winter throw pillows and extra blankets, because you can never have enough blankets in the winter. I leave the fake pine greenery studded with even more fake looking little pinecones adorning the mantle; the birch logs (which are real) stay in my old crocks in the bathroom. It takes a few days to get used to the emptiness in the rooms, but once I’m done cleaning, I don’t mind. I’m a minimalist when it comes to decorating, and once I have things where I want them, they don’t move… sometimes for years. The only decorations I’ve changed recently are new family pictures on the wall upstairs in the family room to replace the ones I had from four years ago. Catelyn kept bugging me for new ones because she had gotten her braces off in the interim years and wanted to see herself on the wall brace-face free.

This time of year when it’s a million degrees below zero and I don’t feel

like leaving the house, I find myself scrolling Pinterest for soup recipes.

I have a great one for an Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana copycat recipe.

Every time I see a copycat recipe for anything from the Olive Garden, two things come to mind- 1) I hated working at Olive Garden and 2) I loved their food (still do). I worked at the Olive Garden during college, and it was my shortest work stint ever. My co-workers scared me with their after-hours stories, my manager was a top-notch jerk and the customers, well, the customers were in a league of their own.

Coming from a small town “nice to everyone” mentality, the Fargo dining crowd was downright brutal in my eyes. Yelling at servers, complaining about not getting their breadsticks and salad fast enough, wanting to know why they weren’t being seated even though seats were available the complaints were endless and unwarranted. I could fill three columns with stories about Olive Garden, but I won’t because it will give me PTSD. What I will do is share my wonderful Zuppa Toscana soup recipe because I know you’re thinking about soup now - you’re welcome.

Olive Garden copycat Zuppa Toscana Soup 1 pound ground Italian sausage, any flavor or spice level 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium white onion, diced 1 teaspoon dried basil ½ teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon mustard powder 1.5 pounds yellow potatoes, diced 5 to 6 cups chicken stock 2 to 3 cups chopped fresh kale 1 cup heavy whipping cream Salt and pepper, to taste 6 pieces bacon, cooked and crumbled

the information gleaned from our private conversations to its advertisers.

This was happening between 2014 and the end of last year. As an example: say you had been talking with your spouse or maybe a good close friend about a particular item, just for sake of conversation maybe you were talking about men’s flannel thongs and then you suddenly noticed ads for men’s flannel thongs popping up in your feed. You may be getting a check.

Don’t get too excited, though. They have lots of checks to write, and because of that, the amounts are only for about 20 bucks each. Me thinks that for Apple this amounts to nothing more than a slap on the wrist. They likely spend 95 million on coffee before 10am.

noticed lots of folks dealing with frozen sewer vent pipes, myself included. Look at the roofs around town, and you’ll see large towering snow/ ice formations on those rooftop sewer pipes. The gas can’t escape; it backs up, and you wind up with dangerous methane fumes in your home.

Cook sausage in a large stockpot over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked sausage to a separate plate, reserving 1 tablespoon grease in the stockpot and discarding excess grease. Add onions and garlic to the stockpot with the reserved grease and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the basil, oregano and mustard powder and mix thoroughly. Add the potatoes, chicken stock and cooked sausage and continue cooking until the mixture reaches a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the pota-

toes are tender. Stir in the kale and cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes being careful not to let it boil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, garnished with the bacon bits. **If you are short on time, a quick and easy substitution to make this recipe faster is to replace the potatoes with a 10 oz package of refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini. Simply add the tortellini in when you would add the potatoes and cook according to package directions before adding the kale and cream.

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 three kids, two cats, and a dog.

Statehood, Siri and sewer gas

By Bob Simmons, CEO, Simmons Multimedia By now you likely have heard about the latest fire at the golf course in Morden. If not, over the weekend the new restaurant and clubhouse at Minnewasta Country Club was destroyed by fire, again. Yes, they

just bounced back with a brand new facility following a fire that claimed the same building two or three years ago. What the hell? The first fire was the result of an electrical short; you can be sure they’ll be taking a close look at what started this most recent blaze. Our thoughts go out to all of our Morden area friends that are disheartened by this devastating fire.

Finally, on happenings north of the border, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is stepping down. I guess the whole 51st State thing was too much for him.

I see where Apple will be doling out nearly 95 million dollars to folks who were basically being spied on by their Siri personal assistant. Okay, this is downright creepy. Apparently, Apple was eavesdropping on our devices without our consent and then selling

Thanks to the colder weather I’ve

Early last Sunday when I came in to catch up on paperwork, I about gagged due to the odor in our building. Several nights of -20 will do it. I navigated the extension ladder carrying a five gallon jug of hot water (41 pounds) to open up the two roof vents that were packed with ice. Afterwards, I broke down and bought some sewer skewers. These are basically copper Ts that have long extensions to accommodate longer vent pipe runs.

These should do the trick. Years ago we had a couple of makeshift Ts up

there, but they seem to have disappeared; where on earth did they go?

Of course, if we wintered in Arizona like normal people we wouldn’t be dealing with this cold, and we also wouldn’t have need for a flannel thong - to cover the sewer vent pipe...I mean, you didn’t actually think that I would wear…oh, YOU’RE sick.

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Pembilier Nursing Center: Happy New Year 2025

By Heather Duerre, Life Enrichment Director

In celebration of saying goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025, we did what we love to do the most…play bingo!

We even gave the day its own title of “Bingo Bonanza!” Basically, we played bingo all day and upped the prizes from snacks to money. Although the residents love their little treats of sweet or salty, they were more than happy to play for cold hard cash…or coins.

Happy New Year from your friends at PNC! It’s hard to believe that it’s already 2025. I’m part of the population that thinks 1980 when someone says “…that was 20 years ago.”

Wrong, that was 45 years ago!!! Anyways, we had a grand ‘ol time ringing in the new year here at PNC.

The first round of bingo (9:30am), each resident had the chance to win a whopping 25 cents per game.

That’s right, if a lucky resident won two games that round, they could buy a pop from the vending machine! The last game of round one was a blackout game that was worth a whole dollar bill! We upped the ante for the second round of bingo (1:30pm), and instead of 25 cents per game, they were worth 50 cents! Again, the black-

out game was worth 1 dollar. When it was time for our third and final round of bingo (3:00pm), we paid out 1 dollar per game. The blackout game was worth an unprecedented 5 whopping big ones!

People can get “heated” during bingo, but thankfully, we didn’t have any brawls or injuries during “Bingo Bonanza.” In general, most of the residents left happy and a little bit richer than when they first came. Once the last game of blackout was completed for the day, we brought out the party hats and food. Thanks to technology and YouTube, we were able to watch the countdown to the New Year at 4:30 in the afternoon. So, we all put on our hats and colorful leis and counted down from 10 to 0. After shouting “Happy New Year,” I reminded the residents it was optional and not obligatory to smooch someone

as we listened to “Auld Lang Syne.” Everyone sang along and opted to keep their lips to themselves and refrained from smooching. After singing, we delved into a meat and cheese tray and drank our festive New Year punch served in a fancy champagne glass which was adorned with an adorable animal print umbrella.

The selection of snacks and drinks for the celebration.

All in all, we had a fabulous day saying goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025. We had some downs with lots more ups in 2024, and we are excited to see what great things 2025 has in store for all of us here at PNC. All of us wish you and your families a very Happy New Year!!!

Residents toasting for New Years Eve.

North Dakota governor unveils bold property tax plan in first State of the State address

By Michael Achterling, Amy Dalrymple and Jeff Beach/The North Dakota Monitor North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong unveiled a plan Tuesday that aims to eliminate property taxes for most homeowners within a decade.

are offering the most aggressive, durable and responsible plan to reduce property taxes that has ever been proposed,” Armstrong said.

In his first State of the State address, the Republican also signaled support for education savings accounts and public charter schools, pledged to address overcrowded prisons and jails and committed to prioritizing behavioral health services.

Lawmaker reaction Rep. Craig Headland, R-Montpelier, chair of the House Finance and Taxation Committee, called Armstrong’s property plan a “great start.”

Reforming property taxes ought to be the Legislature’s first priority, Armstrong said, to ensure home ownership remains affordable. Key points of his plan include: Increasing the primary residence tax credit from $500 a year to up to $1,550 for the first year.

Funding the program with Legacy Fund earnings. As the fund grows, homeowners would see larger refunds each year, putting most homeowners on a path toward zero property taxes within a decade.

Establishing a 3% annual cap on local property tax budgets. The cap applies to all types of property, not just residential.

Cities, counties, schools and park districts could carry over unused increases for up to five years in order to plan for larger projects.

Armstrong addressed pushback the caps are likely to receive from local government leaders.

“And to those who say the state shouldn’t be capping local budgets, when this package is approved, the state will be paying for over 50% of the local share of property taxes,” Armstrong said. “We absolutely have a say in their budget growth.”

The proposal follows a citizen-led effort that sought to eliminate all property taxes based on assessed value.

Although voters rejected the ballot measure in November, they have continued to complain about property taxes being too high.

“Recognizing the frustration of our constituents and using the expertise and background of our legislators, we

Headland said he doesn’t know if a 3% local property tax cap will be in the final legislation, but his committee will begin to iron out the details. The North Dakota Association of Counties has traditionally opposed capping property taxes, citing concerns that the limits infringe on local government.

Aaron Birst, executive director, said being able to carry over unused increases “seems to be moving in the right direction.”

“I’m interested in exploring how that could be done,” Birst said.

Rep. Scott Louser, R-Minot, who also has been working on a property tax reform bill, said he has sensed momentum building for property tax caps.

“What this does is encourage prudent spending,” Louser said.

Sen. Josh Boschee, D-Fargo, assistant Senate minority leader, called Armstrong’s property tax proposal “progressive.” Boschee, a real estate agent, said he’s pleased the plan would eliminate the need for homeowners to apply every year.

Education Armstrong, who will deliver his budget recommendations next week, said he supports education savings accounts, which he described as funding set aside for students to go toward services or tuition at public, private or homeschool.

“The money follows the students, not the school, ensuring every student has the tools they need to prepare for college, a career or the military,” Armstrong said.

He also said he supports creating public charter schools with the same performance standards as public

North Dakota’s top industries.

“We owe it to our farmers, ranchers and energy producers to engage in this fight,” Armstrong said. “We owe it to our citizens to defend our way of life.”

He called for policies that promote using carbon dioxide to enhance oil recovery in the Bakken. He also said the state should work with the pipeline industry to improve transportation of natural gas.

North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong gives his first State of the State address Jan. 7, 2025, at the Capitol. (Kyle Martin/For the North Dakota Monitor)

K-12 schools.

“This policy change will create another choice for families when selecting the learning environment they feel is best suited for their child’s needs,” Armstrong said.

Armstrong commended the Legislature’s investment in Career and Technical Education and called the North Dakota University System the state’s greatest recruitment tool. He called on the state’s public colleges and universities campuses to adapt to changing demographics and learning models.

“We need to stop talking about closing campuses and refocus on how to make our institutions more responsive to our workforce needs,” Armstrong said.

Nick Archuleta, executive director of North Dakota United, which represents public educators, said his group is not opposed to funding that follows the student as long as it is new money that doesn’t come out of the K-12 education budget.

Louser, who also is a Minot school board member, said he expects several school choice bills to be introduced.

He said it will be a challenge to sort through the various proposals.

“I wouldn’t say it’s controversial, but it will be confusing,” he said.

Corrections, behavioral health Armstrong said the state needs an “immediate solution” to address over-

crowding in state prisons and county jails. He said he plans to announce next week a “tangible, turnkey solution” to address the overcrowding.

He also called for a new approach to corrections.

“Finding practical solutions that will increase access to services while reducing the reliance on our jails and prisons as treatment centers is a top priority of our administration,” Armstrong said.

He announced the creation of a new governor’s Cabinet position, the Commissioner of Recovery and Re-Entry.

He said he wants to build on the work of former first lady Kathryn Burgum’s efforts to end the stigma around the disease of addiction. Armstrong appointed Jonathan Holth, who is in long-term recovery and recently served as director of Recovery Reinvented during the Gov. Doug Burgum administration.

The goal of the position will be to bring together the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, county jails, law enforcement, judicial system, tribal partners and addiction counselors.

“We have to take an all-of-government approach to these challenges,” Armstrong said.

Energy, agriculture Armstrong, who didn’t seek reelection to the U.S. House in order to run for governor, expressed a commitment to push back against federal regulations that affect energy and agriculture,

Streamlining government Armstrong said he supports streamlining state government, calling attention to 154 different state boards and commissions. He said he’s working with lawmakers on a bill that would analyze all boards and recommend some for combination or elimination.

Armstrong said he signed an executive order Tuesday that dissolves five boards. Most had either not met in a year or had completed their work, such as a task force on the 2020 Census.

Workforce Throughout his speech, Armstrong made references to addressing North Dakota’s workforce challenges, emphasizing policies that make the state “the best place to live, work and raise a family.”

“We are not the biggest state. We don’t claim to be and we don’t want to be,” he said. “But the people of North Dakota have big hearts and big ideas, and we have always had the courage to try new things.”

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Heritage and happenings - Honoring local law enforcement: A look back and ahead

By Kari Phillips

Imagine being a Cavalier County sheriff in the late 1800s. No squad cars, no radios, and definitely no smartphones - just you, your horse, and maybe a few brave deputies (if you were lucky) to cover miles of open prairie. Crime back then wasn’t exactly CSI material—think cattle rustling, bar fights, and the occasional train robbery. But hey, every job has its quirks, right?

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on January 9 is the perfect moment to show some love to those who protect and serve Cavalier County. From wrangling cattle rustlers to chasing cybercriminals, local law enforcement has seen it all. S Buckle up for a quick trip through time as we explore the evolution of law enforcement in our neck of the woods—with a few laughs and a whole lot of respect along the way.

One local legend from this era was Sheriff Peter Reid, who’s basically the OG (Original Gangster) of law enforcement around here. During Prohibition, when everyone seemed to be brewing booze in their basements, Sheriff Reid took on the bootleggers and their “blind pigs” (that’s old-timey slang for speakeasies). Picture him—hat tipped low, boots dusty, and a no-nonsense attitude—storming into makeshift saloons like a scene from an old Western. It wasn’t glamorous, but it got the job done. Communication? Forget having radio communication with dispatch at your fingertips. Back then, if you wanted to call for backup, you’d

Walhalla Senior Meals Menu Monday, Jan. 13 Cranberry Chicken•Rice Pilaf•Sweet Potatoes•Steamed Broccoli•Peaches Tuesday, Jan. 14 Sloppy Joes•Tomato Soup•Carrots•Cherries•Crackers Wednesday, Jan. 15 Pork Roast with Gravy•Mashed Potatoes•Yams•Peach Crisp with Topping Thursday, Jan. 16 Chili•Baked Potato•Mixed Vegetables•Pears•Crackers Friday, Jan. 17 Swiss Steak•Mashed Potatoes•Carrots•Mandarin Oranges This is a menu for the Walhalla Title III Older Americans Act Food Program. The full cost of the meal is $10.00. Suggested donation for those 60 and older is $4.00. EBT/SNAP accepted.

Under 60 are required to pay $10.00. Meal site is Waters Family Restaurant, 1108 Central Ave., Walhalla. Call 701-549-2443 before 10:00 a.m. to place an order for congregate, pick up, or home delivered meals.

better hope a telegram operator was handy. Coordinating efforts could take days, and by the time help arrived, the bad guys were usually long gone. Despite these challenges, early officers became community heroes—and not just because they could rock that cowboy hat like nobody’s business.

Fast forward to today, and things look a little different (no offense, Sheriff Reid). Modern officers have fully equipped patrol cars, radios, and even body cams. The days of galloping across the plains are long gone— although a mounted unit might be a cool throwback, don’t you think? It’s not all about the high-tech gadgets.

Today’s law enforcement faces a whole new set of challenges: tackling cybercrime, addressing mental health crises, and combating the never-ending battle against drugs. Let’s not forget community outreach. Programs like school resource officers and drug prevention education show that law enforcement isn’t just about enforcing laws—it’s about building trust, being visible in the community, and making a difference. One thing that

remains constant is the courage and commitment of officers who put themselves on the line every day. Each shift is a step into the unknown, filled with the possibility of routine calls or life-changing events. They work long hours, often missing time with their families and friends, and when tragedy strikes in a close-knit community, it hits harder. In small towns, officers are more than just enforcers of the law—they are neighbors, friends, and familiar faces. Unlike the bustling streets of New York or Minneapolis, where anonymity might offer some emotional distance, here, the challenges are personal. Every call carries the weight of knowing the people involved, making their dedication and resilience all the more extraordinary.

the day, people leaned on their local sheriffs because they were often the only law in town. Today, trust is built through transparency and community engagement.

While the tools and tactics have evolved, the heart of law enforcement remains the same: courage, service, and integrity. Sheriff Reid might’ve swapped his horse for a patrol car if he were around today, but his dedication to keeping the community safe would fit right in. One thing that’s always been essential is trust. Back in

We’ve got your back!

Cavalier County Senior Menu

Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon Monday, Jan. 13 EBT/SNAP accepted.

Beef Tips over Rice/Peas/Baked Potato/Fruit Full cost of a meal: $8.00. Suggested Donation: $5.50 for those Tuesday, Jan. 14 over 60 years of age. Please Chicken Noodle Soup/Hot Dogs contribute what you can. Those Carrot Sticks/Crackers/Fruit under 60 are required to pay the full cost of the meal. Menus Wednesday, Jan. 15 are subject to change. Due to Chicken Fried Chicken/Mashed COVID-19, we have been experiPotatoes/White Gravy/Squash/ encing shipping issues and food Jello with Fruit shortages.

Thursday, Jan. 16 Lasagna/Green Beans/Caesar Salad/Garlic Toast/Fruit Friday, Jan. 17 Baked Fish/Ranch Beets/Fruit

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

Potatoes/

Let’s take a moment to say thanks to the officers who keep Cavalier County safe. Write a thank-you note, swing by the station with a heartfelt card, or just give an officer a smile and a wave. A little appreciation goes a long way. Let’s honor our officers, past and present. Thank you for your unwavering dedication, for keeping us safe, and for embodying the true spirit of Cavalier County. Your hard work, resilience, and commitment do not go unnoticed. You are deeply valued and appreciated.

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

OLSON NAMED TO UJ'S FALL DEAN'S LIST JAMESTOWN, N.D.-- Isabelle Olson, of Langdon, N.D., was named to the Fall 2024 Dean's List at the University of Jamestown in Jamestown, N.D. Students are named to the Dean's List when they earn a 3.5 GPA while taking at least 12 credit hours for the semester.

Fraud Watch

Credit repair scams Overwhelmed by holiday bills? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to face your debt alone either. The New Year is the perfect time to take control of your finances ­­­­— but beware of criminal scammers offering quick fixes that are too good to be true.

Scammers often exploit financial stress by promising instant relief or quick results to become debt-free.

These schemes typically involve upfront fees, bad advice like avoiding your creditors, or vague claims about what services they actually provide.

Before committing to a debt relief service and providing your sensitive personal information, research reviews and check for complaints with organizations like the Better Business Bureau to ensure their credibility.

If you need help getting out of debt, turn to an organization like the Nonprofit National Foundation for Credit Counseling.

use the retailer’s app. Scammers can impersonate legitimate retailers, and clicking on the ad could bring you to a copycat site.

Be a fraud fighter! If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam. Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 1-877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork.

2 Read reviews and research. If the ad is from a retailer you’re unfamiliar with, verify the site’s legitimacy.

Research the company and check for complaints with organizations like the Better Business Bureau.

Social media advertisement scams Over one-third of U.S. adults who have bought something through an ad on their social media feed report being defrauded, according to a new AARP survey. Don’t let scammers ad-vertise their way into your wallet this new year; here are three tips to stay ahead of social media shopping scams.

3)Check the product quality. Be wary of bait-and-switch scams where you receive a product inferior to what was advertised (or you receive nothing at all). If this happens, you can contact your credit card company to dispute the charge.

1 ) Don't click on the ad. If the ad appears to be from a known retailer, type the address into your browser or

Be a fraud fighter! If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam. Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork.

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Prairie Fare: Consider setting a health-promoting goal for the new year

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

My guitar-playing goal wasn’t quite an “epic fail” because I learned about seven chords. I didn’t play it enough to toughen my fingertips, though. As a new goal, I will be more patient and play guitar a little several days a week.

I bought myself some new books as motivation.

I also want to get back into drawing, painting and sewing. I can assure you that no public exhibits of my artwork are anticipated. I received tubes of paint for Christmas.

Let’s think back a year. You might have had a banner year, a challenging year, a ho-hum year or, like most of us, a mixture of events.

A new year often is seen as a fresh start with new goals or even life-changing resolutions from career shifts to health-promoting changes.

Many people set goals to learn a new life skill, eat a healthier diet or increase their physical activity level.

Did you set any goals for yourself last year? You can count any progress as success.

I usually set some kind of goal outside of my work goals. However, when you publish your personal goal in a public spot (like a column), people check in with you.

Last year I was going to learn to play my then-new steel-stringed acoustic guitar. I think people were expecting performances, because I play other instruments in public.

Doing music or arts and crafts are exceptionally good for your brain. Even listening to music is good for reducing stress and activating your brain. Add some dancing and you are getting your exercise, too.

Aiming for 30 minutes of moderate activity on five or more days of the week is a worthwhile goal. Start small. Do simple stretches and chair exercises as needed.

If healthier eating is a goal, be aware that “healthy food” has a new definition. Rest assured, the new Food and Drug Administration definition is not going to completely change the nutrition recommendations shared for decades.

The “healthy” definition is consistent with current nutrition research and the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The information you see on food packaging must meet legal guidelines. You can trust what you see.

Before I go further, what do you think

the updated “healthy” food designation will promote?

If you are thinking that fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and calcium sources will be emphasized, you are correct. For example, pulse foods such as beans, peas and lentils are healthy options. Nuts and seeds will be considered healthy as long as they have little added salt.

If you think that “healthy” foods will have limits on added sugars, saturated fat and sodium, you are right.

Fresh, frozen and canned vegetables and fruits are all considered healthy and can be personalized to any budget. The fatty fish, salmon, will qualify as healthy because the type of fat it contains is heart-healthy. Eggs are considered healthy. Highly sweetened cereal and highly sweetened yogurt will not be considered healthy.

Although a package symbol is not yet available, consider focusing on healthier foods in 2025 and crowding out less-healthy options.

At NDSU Extension, we are providing online and in-person classes in the new year. Visit our website at www. ag.ndsu.edu/food and scroll down the page where you can sign up (at no cost) for these classes or resources: Nourish, which provides information about finding accurate information, nourishing your immune system, muscles, pets and health, along with other topics, will be offered as narrated online modules or in-person classes.

Food Preservation 101 consists of online modules that show how to preserve foods through freezing, drying,

canning and fermenting.

Field to Fork, a series of live webinars that showcase experts from NDSU and across the region begin in February.

for about 30 minutes, then stir. Place remaining vegetables in bowl and add remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic and Italian seasoning. Season

E-newsletters, including The Family Table, Nourish and Healthy Communities Alive, arrive monthly in your email inbox with recipes and tips.

Here’s a way to increase the amount of vegetables in your diet. Personalize the vegetables to fit your tastes, and adjust the recipe to meet the needs of your family and friends. Leftover vegetables can be made into soup with the addition of vegetable, chicken or beef broth.

Roasted Vegetables 2 cups sweet potato, diced into small cubes 1 red onion 1 red bell pepper, chopped 2 cups broccoli florets 1 yellow squash, sliced and quartered 1 zucchini, sliced and quartered 2 cups white mushrooms 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil or your favorite cooking oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Salt and pepper (to taste) Preheat oven to 425 F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Place sweet potatoes in bowl and add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Transfer vegetable mixture (reserve bowl) to sheet pan and spread in single layer. Roast

with salt and pepper to taste. Toss to combine. Add to sweet potatoes on sheet pan. Roast 10 to 15 minutes longer or until tender. Roasting time may need to be adjusted depending on size of vegetables. Serve immediately.

Makes 12 servings. Each serving has 80 calories, 1 gram (g) fat, 2 g protein, 10 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber and 30 milligrams sodium.

Julie Garden-Robinson, Ph.D., R.D., L.R.D., is a North Dakota State University Extension food and nutrition specialist and professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences.

Consider focusing on healthier foods in 2025 and crowding out less-healthy options.

(Pixabay photo)

Prairie Doc® Perspective: Let’s get moving!

By Jill Kruse, DO

different ways people can incorporate movement into their lives. There is truly something for everyone.

Personally, I’ve explored a variety of activities with varying levels of success and competence. Regardless of the activity, what has made many of these experiences memorable and enjoyable are the people I have met along the way. Some of my most cherished friendships have formed through shared activities, proving to be just as beneficial to my mental health as any physical benefits of the activity itself.

As we start the New Year, many people are making resolutions and setting goals for the next 12 months. One of the most common resolutions is to be more active. At Prairie Doc, we want all of our viewers to be both healthy and happy. This week, ‘On Call with the Prairie Doc’ will be showcasing

Let me share some of the more unusual ways that I’ve stayed active throughout my life. In fourth grade, I joined the wrestling team. I became the first girl in my school to do so. I was not particularly good, ending the season with a 1-11 record. However, I was proud of myself for trying. By

sixth grade, two other girls joined the team with me.

In junior high I tried volleyball, and while I loved it, I was not very skilled.

The place I did excel in was taekwondo. I started when I was 10 and earned my 3rd degree black belt while in college. When I was in medical school, I still found time for activities and needed to try things that were the complete opposite of my school work.

I tried rock climbing, belly dancing, and fencing. All activities that were outside my comfort zone, but quickly became welcome breaks from studying.

In Brookings, we are blessed with a multitude of activities in the area to try. I have participated in an adult kickball league. I have also started curling with the Brookings Curling Club. This game involves not only skill and strategy but a little bit of

luck. On ‘Prairie Doc,’ viewers will get to see me doing my favorite exercise activity, aerial silks. My medical residency training was in Baraboo, Wis-

consin, the hometown of the Ringling Brothers. I always loved the circus, and aerial silks allow me to feel like I have joined the circus, if only for a few moments.

Finding the right activity may take some trial and error, but once you find

Dakota Gardener: Setting garden goals for the new year

By Kelsey Deckert, Horticulture agent/NDSU Extension - Burleigh County ly with landscaping fabric sometime in early July. That was when I made my first goal for this year, I am moving to a no-till garden and will cut holes in the fabric for planting.

The next struggle I had was weeds in my flower bed, again I had grassy weeds but I also had thistle and other troublesome weeds. Goal number two: spray my flower bed with glyphosate as the young weeds start to emerge this spring and add in a good layer of organic mulch. Goal number three: expand my perennial bed. My grandma saved some larkspur and Welcome to 2025! It is the time of Shasta daisy so I have seed for that year that we often hear the saying, goal.

“New year, new me.” Everyone is setting New Year’s resolutions. Now is a great time for gardeners to reflect on the past growing season and set their resolutions for this year’s growing season.

First, if you keep a garden journal or make notes about your garden, review the notes, as that will be a great starting place for setting goals. If you are like me and don’t keep notes, think back to your garden and what worked, what didn’t, what was successful and where there were struggles.

These are simple goals that are small and realistic. The last goal I have for my garden is to add in a hardy rose bush. I have a friend who inspired me with the beautiful roses he has in his yard. I have visited with him about the care he provides for his roses, and along with my own research, I’m willing to give it a try!

For me, 2024 gardening was simply an overall struggle with grassy weeds.

I actually put my garden to bed very early as I couldn’t keep up with the weeds. I covered my garden complete-

Provided by Cavalier County Health District Jan 10: If you’re feeling down after the holidays, it’s important to monitor how long those emotions last. If mood swings, sleep issues, or social withdrawal persist, don’t hesitate to reach out for help through your provider, 2-1-1, or find resources at Cavalier County’s CredibleMind platform at cavaliercounty.crediblemind.com.

You may have seen previous Dakota

Gardener columns that inspire you and if you have any questions about your New Year’s goals for your garden or landscape, NDSU Extension is a great resource.

For more information about gardening, contact your local NDSU Extension agent. Find the Extension office for your county at ndsu.ag/countyoffice.

Rebecca Davis

Goals that you may try this year could include a new vegetable variety, a new plant, a healthier turf, less pesticide use, more pollinator-friendly plants, minimal/no-till gardening or composting.

(Pixabay photo)

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

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Goals that you may try this year could include a new vegetable variety, a new plant, a healthier turf, less pesticide use, more pollinator-friendly plants, minimal/no-till gardening or composting.

When it comes to setting New Year’s goals, there are many ways to achieve them. Tips that I believe work well for setting goals are: keep them small, be realistic, revisit the goals throughout the year as a check-in and share your goals with others. Sharing your goals with others helps keep you accountable.

something you love it will be worth it.

So, as you set your goals for the coming year, consider trying something completely different. You may just discover an activity that brings you joy and a new community of friends along the way. Until next time, Stay healthy and active out there!

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From the Pastor’s Desk:

New Year’s resolutions for 2025

By Pastor Robert Blackburn/Langdon United Methodist Church kindness…” “… and humility.” Humility means that you recognize your own weaknesses.

You don’t think about how great you are. You don’t spend time telling everyone how great you are. “Clothe yourselves with humility…”

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.

[13] Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. [14] And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”

(Colossians 3:12-14) Have you noticed just how rude and pushy people seem to be getting - whether it’s rude drivers on the road or pushy people in the grocery store? We just celebrated the spirit of Christmas joyfulness not too long ago, but people seem to go back to their old rude ways once Christmas is over. Colossians 3 reminds us of how God would like us to treat the people around us. As we look ahead to the year 2025, let’s make a new year’s resolution. Let’s resolve to treat each other not in a pushy aggressive way but in a way that would bring glory to God. God gives us a number of goals we can strive for during this next year…

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion.” Compassion is the opposite of someone who is cold and heartless, someone who is concerned only with himself. Someone that sincerely cares about other people has compassion. “Clothe yourselves with compassion…” “… and kindness.” Kindness includes not only saying nice things but doing nice things. Kindness is going above and beyond the call of duty to help someone out - a type of agape love, looking for nothing in return for your good deeds. “Clothe yourselves with

“… and gentleness.” Gentleness is the opposite of road rage. Gentleness is the opposite of the man who is ranting and raving at the customer service counter in the store. Treat the people around you very carefully. “Clothe yourselves with gentleness…” “… and patience.” This is the idea of being pleasant in unpleasant circumstances. When the fast-food worker doesn’t know what he is doing; when it’s a person’s first day on the job; someone makes a mistake, or takes too long for our liking; you are patient with the people around you, even in trying circumstances.

Let us resolve to put these attitudes on as we interact with people. I resolve in 2025 to treat people a certain way - to be compassionate, kind, humble, gentle, and patient with everyone I meet.

As a bonus: “Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you have with each other.” A grievance is a valid reason to be upset with someone.

I’m sure we all could come up with a list of legitimate reasons why we are upset with certain people. In 2025, I want to be a forgiver, compassionate, kind, humble, gentle, and patient. Let this be our New Year’s resolution.

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.

Obituaries

The Borderland Press Johnson, 27, of Langdon, who passed away January 4, 2025, at her home.

Alexandria Rose (Schroeder) Johnson

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. with visitation starting at noon on Friday, January 10, 2025, at United Lutheran Church in Langdon, N.D., for Alexandria Rose (Schroeder)

Alexandria was born March 20, 1997, in Belcourt, N.D., to Lawrence Jr. and Stephanie (Schroeder) Morin. Alex grew up, attended school and graduated from Turtle Mountain Community High School in Belcourt in 2015, furthering her education in criminal justice and later graduating with an associate of arts degree with an interest in criminal justice from Turtle Mountain Community College in 2018. Alexandria worked numerous jobs throughout her life, which included Dunseith Fitness Center, Belcourt Retirement Home, Turtle Mountain Elders Meal Program, Dairy Queen in Rolla, and Dollar General in Langdon, until she found her place as a Mary don, N.D., for Joyce Koehne, 89, of Langdon, who passed away January 3, 2025, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, N.D. A prayer service and burial will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, in Lake Benton, Minn. Burial will be at Memorial Hill Cemetery in Lake Benton, Minn.

Joyce Koehne

A funeral service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lang-

Joyce Ann Rochel was born August 20, 1935, in Verdi, Minn., to Roy and Anna (Aasen) Rochel. She grew up and attended school in Verdi, graduating in 1954 from Verdi High School. On May 27, 1956, she married her high school sweetheart, Marlyn Koehne, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in rural Verdi. This was while St. John’s LuGordon Township and began farming with Helen’s brother, Bob Cheatley. In 1992, Helen and Bert moved permanently to Langdon. They were able to spend about 20 winters in Arizona.

Helen Saxlund

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the Presbyterian Church in Langdon, N.D., for Helen Saxlund, 95, of Langdon, who passed away November 6, 2024, at Wheatland Estates in Langdon. Burial of ashes will be at Lebanon Cemetery in Langdon.

Helen Maxine Cheatley was born March 5, 1929, in Gordon Township to Everette and Elizabeth (McBride) Cheatley. She grew up and attended school in Gordon Township and graduated from Langdon High School in 1947. She continued her education at Valley City State College for her standard teaching certificate and later went to Mayville State for her teaching degree. She taught in Alsen, Grace City, Lisbon, and a county school near the farm in Gordon Township. On November 27, 1954, Helen married Burdett Saxlund in Lisbon, N.D. In 1958, they moved to the family farm in

Helen enjoyed sewing, quilting, knitting, tending her flower gardens and was an avid reader. She had been a member of the Presbyterian Church in Langdon since 1946 and was very involved as an Elder, Deacon, Sunday School superintendent and teacher, and was a member of Ruth Circle. She also was a member of the Langdon Curling Club, Maple Manor Auxiliary, and Friendship Homemakers, as well as a Girl Scout leader. Helen loved keeping up with the activities of her kids, grandkids, and great-grandchildren through social media.

Surviving Helen are her daughter, Susan (Wayne) Lutz, of Eureka, S.D.; grandchildren: Alisha (Fred) Wohl, Daniel (Hannah) Burrer, Nathaniel (Kristin) Lutz, Whitney (Chadd) Damm, Joshua (Courtney Grandgenett) Burrer; great-grandchildren: Annabelle, Brady, Calista, Emilia, Aiden, Sophia, Lexi; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bert, daughter Rebecca Burrer, grandson Michael Burrer, and brother and sister-in-law Robert and Anne Cheatley.

Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.

Kay representative and consultant selling Mary Kay products. Alexandria met her husband, Dylan Johnson Sr., and they were inseparable from the time they met. They were united in marriage on November 3, 2018.

Alex had a love for shopping, makeup, fashion, crafting, sewing, outdoors, traveling, hunting, and fishing. She enjoyed spending most of her time with family, so much so that she and Dylan became foster parents and fostered for 4 years. However, her love for family greatly grew when she became a mother, giving birth to a beautiful daughter, Maddilyn Marie, and later a handsome son, Dylan Jr. Alexandria was full of life and love; she was always there when someone needed her most. She offered help theran Church was being built, where they were members until 1986. While members, Joyce was active in the Dorcas Society and as a Sunday School teacher.

Joyce and Marlyn farmed in the Lake Benton area, and Joyce worked for two grocery stores in Lake Benton. In 1972, they moved into Lake Benton when Marlyn took a job with Ecusta Corporation buying flax straw. This occupation took them to Watertown, S.D., from 1984 to 1986 then brought them to Langdon in 1986. While in Langdon, Joyce worked at the Haberdashery. They were members of Redeemer Lutheran Church, where

Friday, January 10, 2025 - Page A9 without a second thought. She was deeply loved and will be missed and remembered by all who knew her.

Alexandria is survived by her husband, Dylan Sr.; their children, Maddilyn Marie and Dylan Jr.; her father and mother-in-law, Winnie and Melissa Johnson of Edmore; brother and sister-in-law Devon and Katie Johnson of Langdon; her parents, Stephanie and Joseph Morin of Dunseith; sister RaeLinda Hulett of St. John; goddaughter Summer Hulett of St. John; maternal grandmother Carla (Vivier) Schroeder of Dunseith; Uncle Steven and Aunt Charlene Schroeder of Bottineau; great uncle and aunt Mike and Gladys Azure of Dunseith; Tom and Carleen Winfrey of Kingmen, Ariz.; Sylvester Vivier of Bismarck, N.D.; and Aunt Joyce was active in the LWML. Joyce’s hobbies were collecting dishes, sewing, gardening, baking, and entertaining. She enjoyed sharing many of her recipes.

Surviving Joyce are her husband of 68 years, Marlyn, of Langdon; children: Steven Koehne and DeAnn (Roger) Kram; grandchildren: Christopher (Rachel Krosch) Koehne, Matthew (Natalie) Koehne, Sarah (Aaron) Breen, Rachel (Brent) Templin, and Jacob Kram; and great-grandchildren: Nicolas Koehne, Cameron Koehne, Sawyer Koehne, Violet Koehne, Mat-

Judy Vivier of Bismarck, N.D.; uncle and aunt Willie and Penny (Morin) Lafromboise of Dunseith, N.D.; Kevin and Dianna Juntunen of Rolla, N.D.; Vicky Morin of Dunseith, N.D.; and Lorene Grant of Belcourt, N.D.; and many cousins.

Alexandria is preceded in death by her and Dylan’s unborn baby; her father, Lawrence D. Morin Jr.; paternal grandparents Lawrence and Shirley (Hunt) Morin; her little brother, Joshua Lawrence; her maternal grandfather, Alfred J. Schroeder Sr.; her godfather, Alfred J. Schroeder Jr. and her nephew, Zander Hulett.

Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com . thew Breen, Luciana Breen, Carter Templin, and Landon Templin. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother LeRoy, sister Dorothy (Eldon) Johnson, and daughter-in-law Elizabeth Koehne.

Memorials can be directed to Redeemer Lutheran Church or Langdon Prairie Health.

Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com .

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Strange Stories It’s the fantastic that sells. In 1907 and 1908, Ward County newspapers reported on a mess of such tales— some tall, some so strange they must have happened.

In one story, as the Kenmare news reported on this day in 1908, a buffalo that had wandered down from Canada apparently had an identity crisis.

The buffalo joined Kenmare man J. A. Englund’s cattle herd, and managed to go home with the herd. Once there, after he was discovered, the buffalo picked a fight with Englund’s Red Poland bull. Englund and his foreman, Sanders, used pitchforks to try and separate the two animals, and finally they succeeded, after the buffalo almost gored the bull to death. The buffalo then began to attack one of Englund’s mares, and ripped up his barn. He was forced to shoot the buffalo. Under normal circumstances, this would incur a penalty. This was not normal.

This wasn’t the only odd happening in that region. The Bismarck Tribune proclaimed its curiosity: “Strange things are coming out of the northern part of the state,” the paper stated, citing the case of the buffalo, as well as a “lad” who was attacked by “catamounts or mountain lions, or wild cats or roaring hippopotami or some other unusual animals.”

This had been gruesomely reported earlier; young Walter Johnson, of McKinney, had gone to shoot a lynx.

Instead, the lynx attacked the boy, disfigured him, and killed him. The funeral was set…unbeknownst to Walter, the grieving family, and even the city of McKinney. The report wasn’t true.

The Tribune also reported that Ole Olson, from Blaisdell, walked into a pack of wolves, after mistaking them at first for dogs. He escaped not by brandishing a penknife at them and yelling for help as he did at first, but, as the report went, by playing his horn, which he apparently just happened to have with him. The Tribune stated of the instrument, “We forget whether a trumpet or a trombone.”

Whichever the case, the music did the trick—the wolves apparently had a taste for the finer arts. Finally, some people living nearby came and rescued Olson. He had been playing for a long time—so long, in fact, that he was exhausted and out of breath, and he needed help just climbing into the wagon. This story appeared under the headline, “Weird.” It certainly was.

As the Tribune said, “The typewriters of the veracious correspondents are clicking overtime with horrifying recitals.”

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

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LGBTQ+ Youth in North Dakota experience higher trauma according to new report A new State of the State Report report finds that LGBTQ+ youth are at more risk and often at exponentially more risk in North Dakota.

“Not only are their experiences of trauma higher but they are often less likely to have access to fundamental needs like food, housing, and love,” said Faye Seidler, report author and N.D. suicide prevention advocate.

“Our state has no direct intervention for support and, at times, is hostile to helping these kids out.”

The new report finds that LGBTQ+ students in N.D. are more likely to self harm and have suicidal ideations.

They are also at higher risk for substance abuse, more likely to go hungry at home, and less likely to have stable housing.

“My hope is that policymakers, educators, and community members read the report and consider how they can support our LGBTQ+ youth,” said Seidler. “Even one trusted and supportive adult can make a big impact.”

Read the full state of the state report at fayeseidlerconsulting.com/ state-data.html.

The comprehensive report analyzes the data compiled through the Youth Risk Behavior Survey, which N.D. conducts in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. N.D. students in grades 7-8 and 9-12 are administered a voluntary, anonymous survey questionnaire in odd-numbered years. Schools, teachers, public health professionals, community leaders, and policymakers in N.D. use the survey data for decision making, evaluation, and planning.

Faye Seidler is a N.D. suicide prevention advocate who specializes in LGBTQ+ populations. Her work involves educating others, making connections, researching outcomes, writing grants, developing resources, publicly speaking, breaking barriers, de-siloing services, and ultimately doing everything she can to build hope.

Fordville man accused of criminal vehicular homicide

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Mix Medora Wedding

The court proceedings for a Fordville man accused of Criminal Vehicular Homicide in a June 3 crash near Grand Forks have been delayed until February. At issue is whether or not chemical tests administered to 43-year-old Travis Dean Bell are admissible at trial.

January 10, 2025 – Tom Mix, the legendary cowboy of the silver screen, married Olive Stokes in Medora, North Dakota, on this date in 1909. Stokes, the daughter of a wealthy Oklahoma rancher, became Mix’s third wife.

By The Borderland Press staff

In the June 3 crash at the intersection of Highway 2 and Airport road, Bell allegedly caused a rear-end collision driving his Ram pickup into the back end of a Ford Focus trapping the driver, 26-year-old Nicole Louthain, and critically injuring her six-year-old daughter, Katrina. Katrina died of her injuries a few days later.

Prior to yesterday’s court appearance, Bell’s lawyer, Mark Friese, had filed a motion to have the chemical tests thrown out. Friese claimed in the court brief that “the chemical test

was obtained in violation of Bell’s due process rights.”

Friese contends that North Dakota Highway Patrol trooper Austin Erickson arrested Bell for criminal vehicular injury then threatened him with an additional criminal charge after he refused to consent to a chemical breath test.

North Dakota law states that by operating a motor vehicle in areas accessible to the public, the motorist consents to completing various chemical tests to determine sobriety. However, Friese argued that implied consent warnings only apply to people charged with DUI. In the declaration of probable cause in the case, Erickson alleges that Bell told him “he thought he had a green light but did not remember much” be-

fore his truck hit Louthain’s vehicle, which was stopped at a red light at the intersection of Highway 2 and Airport road.

The declaration of probable cause also states that Erickson issued Bell a citation for criminal vehicular injury after Bell consented to and provided chemical test samples of .130 percent at 8:36 p.m. and .128 percent at 8:31 p.m. almost two hours after the initial accident. The legal limit is .08 The state has not filed a response to the motion, and the motion has not been ruled on by Judge Theodore Sanbberg.

A hearing on the motion to exclude the chemical tests is scheduled for February 26 in Northeast Central District court in Grand Forks.

Letter to the Editor: The 69th Legislative Assembly From N.D. Senate Minority Leader Kathy Hogan and N.D. House Minority Leader Zac Ista On January 7, the regular session of the 69th Legislative Assembly will gavel in. In North Dakota, legislative sessions only occur for up to 80 days every other year, so this is a critical time for folks across the state to engage with your government.

The Democratic-NPL Caucus will be

focused on the real issues impacting N.D. families: lowering the cost of living, strengthening public education, reducing barriers to healthcare, growing our workforce, and reforming property taxes. To make sure we are truly representing our communities, we need to hear from you on these and other important topics.

That’s why we encourage you to reach out directly to your lawmakers this session. In N.D., legislators don’t have personal offices or private staff, so when you message a legislator, you can expect a response directly from him or her. You can find your legislators’ names and contact information on the Legislative Assembly’s website, www.ndlegis.gov. There, you’ll also find livestreams and recordings of House and Senate floor sessions and committee hearings and important information on bills. In addition to staying in touch with your lawmakers and tracking the session online, you can actively participate in the legislative process by testifying on legislation, either in person, virtually, or in writing. We also personally invite you to join us as our guests on the House and Senate floor, where you can watch your state government in action.

Representative democracy works best when every citizen participates.

We want to and need to hear from you on the issues that matter most to your family. When everyone gets involved, we will be able to make our great state even better!

Olive and Tom met in 1904 when they were introduced by Will Rogers at the St. Louis World’s Fair. Rogers and Tom were performing together in the Mulhall Wild West Show and 14-year-old Olive was there to receive an award for a painting she had submitted. Mix volunteered to show her around the fairgrounds. The mysterious cowhand told Olive that they would meet again.

Olive had no idea what Tom had meant by this, and returned to complete school in Nashville, Tennessee.

Four years later, during the winter of 1908, she traveled to Medora to purchase horses for the ranch. Soon after her arrival, Tom showed up.

Mix informed her that he had been to her ranch, and her family had told him where he could find her. The two spent a few weeks looking over stock, making purchases, and attending holiday parties. Finally, on the evening of January 19, Olive was to attend one final ball at the Cowboy Hotel before her return home.

Dancing until the early hours of the morning, Olive realized there was no sign of Mix and asked a friend to take her back to the house where she was staying. When she arrived, she was

ushered into the kitchen. Lanterns were hung, food was set out, and friends were gathered around. Before she knew it, the wedding march was being played and she found herself in the midst of a surprise wedding.

Thinking the set-up was some kind of game, Olive quickly said, “I do” when asked to be Tom’s wife. She soon discovered that the friendly neighbor playing the role of the pastor was in fact an ordained minister, and that the ceremony was legitimate, although Olive did not mind. The newlyweds boarded a train to Miles City the following morning to begin their honeymoon.

The couple had a daughter, Ruth, in 1912, and Tom went on to star in nearly 400 silent films and become one of the most successful movie cowboys of all time. They divorced in 1917, after eight years of marriage. In 1957, Olive penned a memoir of Tom entitled “The Fabulous Tom Mix.” Dakota Datebook written by Jayme L. Job “Dakota Datebook” is a radio series from Prairie Public in partnership with the State Historical Society of North Dakota and with funding from the North Dakota Humanities Council. See all the Dakota Datebooks at prairiepublic.org, subscribe to the “Dakota Datebook” podcast, or buy the Dakota Datebook book at shopprairiepublic.org.

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Eagles stay unbeaten in boy's hoops with wins over PRFL, NP

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor The North Border Eagles are still ranked third in the latest Class B boys basketball media poll and, once again, received one first place vote this week. The Eagles played two District 3 games at home in Walhalla versus Park River-Fordville-Lankin on Jan. 3 then in Rolla against the North Prairie Cougars on Jan. 7. North Border beat the Aggies 62-54 and after a slow start, rolled to a 63-41 victory. With the wins, the Eagles are now 6-0 on the season. After playing at Cavalier on Jan. 9, they will get ready for a huge District 3 showdown with Midway-Minto in Pembina on Jan. 21. Here is a recap of their last two games: North Border 62, Park River-Fordville-Lankin 54 The A-topic from this game was that neither shot the ball well. Both shot under 40 percent and also both shot just barely 20 percent from the 3-point line. Credit both teams' defenses for those stats.

North Border got out to a 15-9 lead after the first quarter, and that's where the lead stayed for the most part. The Eagles welcomed starter

Kade Schafer drains a layup in the lane during the Eagles' win over the Cougars in Rolla on Jan. 7. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Kade Schafer back to the lineup after he missed the first four games with a fractured wrist; he had eight points.

Grant Cosley led all scorers with 19, while pulling down seven rebounds and passing out four assists. Brody Berg had 13 points for the Eagles and Kaden Moore 11. Brennen Schramm had four 3-pointers and 18 points for PRFL.

Kade Schafer takes the ball back down the court followed by Brody Berg after a steal.

Photo by Ashley Schafer.

Grant Cosley lays in a left handed layup in their win over the North Prairie Cougars in Rolla. Photo by Larry Stokke.

NORTH BORDER 62, PARK RIVER-FL 54 PRFL -- 9 13 16 13 -- 54 NB -- 16 14 17 16 -- 62 North Border -- Grant Cosley 19, Brody Berg 13, Kaden Moore 11, Kade Schafer 8, Garret WIllits 6, Colton Bailly 5

Park River-Fordville-Lankin -- Brennan Schramm 18, Nevin Daley 8, Tucker Omdahl 7, Jace Rosinski 7, Tanner Schramm 5, Jake Solseng 5, Issac Porter 2, Luke Shirek 2 Rebounds -- NB: 34 (Berg, Cosley, Moore 7); PRFL: 40 (B. Schramm 7, Omdahl 6) Assists -- NB: 13 (Moore, Cosley 4); PRFL: 13 (B. Schramm, Omdahl 4) Steals -- NB: 9 (Cosley 3); PRFL: 6 Turnovers -- NB: 11; PRFL: 18 Field goal percentage -- NB: 24/63 (38.1%); PRFL: 21/59 (35.6%) Free throw percentage -- NB: 10/13 76.9%); PRFL: 6/17 (35.3%)

Player of the Game Kaden Moore eyes the basket and lays in a bucket during his game high 20-point night. Photo by Larry Stokke.

a 14-10 lead after the first quarter.

had 11 points for North Prairie.

The Eagles ended up going on an 18-0 run in the second quarter before the Cougars could recover. North Border led by 11 at 30-19 at the half and cruised to victory.

NORTH BORDER 63, NORTH PRAIRIE 41 NB -- 14 16 20 13 -- 63 NP -- 10 9 12 10 -- 41 North Border -- Kaden Moore 20, Brody Berg 14, Kade Schafer 10, Grant Cosley 8, Garret Willits 6, Colton Bailly 3, Preston Emerson 2 North Prairie -- Jeff Rosinski 11, Issac McCloud 9, Kade Mitchel 8, Jon Mears 4, Jack Rosinski 3, Mason Ortiz 2

Moore finished with a game high 20 points, while Brody Berg had 14 with many of his baskets having a very high degree of difficulty. Kade Schafer, in his second game back on the court, had 10. Cougars senior Jeff Rosinski

North Border 63, North Prairie 41 In their game versus the Cougars in Rolla, North Border had some early turnovers and saw NP grab an early 10-4 lead. Then the Eagles' Kaden Moore took over, scoring all of the team's 14 points to give North Border

Garret Willits goes up for a basket in the game against Park River-Fordvile-Lankin. Photo by Ashley Schafer.

Grant Cosley sinks a basket in the win over Park River-Fordville-Lankin. Photo by Ashley Schafer.

Brody Berg flies through the lanes and drops in a basket to add to his 14-point night against North Prairie. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Garrett Willits puts up a shot over North Prairie's Player of the Game Jeffery Rosinski. Photo by Larry Stokke.

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LADY CARDS RALLY BUT FALL SHORT IN LOSS TO #1 BENSON COUNTY

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor

In a rescheduled game from before Christmas, the Langdon-Munich Cardinals girls basketball team hosted the number one Class B team in the state, the Benson County Wildcats, in Munich on Jan. 3. After falling behind by double digits in the third quarter, the Lady Cards made a late comeback but lost 63-54. The loss is the fourth in a row for Langdon-Munich, who are now 3-5 on the season. After playing at St. John on Jan. 9, they will host Midway-Minto on Jan. 14 then travel to North Star on Jan. 16 to begin the District 3 portion of their schedule.

BENSON COUNTY 63, LANGDON-MUNICH 54 BC -18 14 20 11 -- 63 LM -14 11 12 17 -- 54 Langdon-Munich -- Avery Lorenz 18, Aubrey Badding 16, Meredith Romfo

11, Erika Bakke 3, Maggy Hetletved 2, Kemi Morstad 2, Hilary Haaven 2 Benson County -- Lacie Fautsch 22, Aubrey Kenner 16, Katie Maddock 15, Addi Faul 6, Ella Fossen 4 Rebounds -- LM: 28 (Badding 9,

Romfo 7, Haaven 5); BC: 33 (Kenner 11, Fautsch 9) Assists -- LM: 9 (Mikaela Olson 5); BC: 15 (Maddock 7, Kenner 6) Steals -- LM: 8 (Haaven 5); BC: 12 (Maddock 5)

Turnovers -- LM: 19; BC: 15 Field goal percentage -- LM: 22/52 (42.3%); BC: 26/56 (46.4%) Free throw percentage -- LM: 6/7 (85.7%); BC: 8/14 (57.1%)

In their game with BC, it was a packed house for the game in Munich. Avery Lorenz had eight points in the first quarter, and the Lady Cards stayed right with the Wildcats, trailing 3225 at halftime. The Cardinals tried to switch things up defensively in the third quarter, but the Wildcats adjusted nicely, expanding their lead to 5237 after three quarters.

Credit the Lady Cards for not folding in the fourth quarter; they rallied to cut the lead to eight points with the ball but could get no closer. Lorenz finished with a team high 18 points. Aubrey Badding nailed three 3-pointers and had 16, while Meredith Romfo had nine points in the second half to finish with 11. Badding had nine rebounds, and Mikaela Olson dished out five assists. Lacie Fautsch had her way for most of the night for BC, ending with a game high 22 points and nine rebounds. Aubrey Kenner also had 16 for the Wildcats.

Aubrey Badding dropped in two three point baskets to add 16 points to the Cards’ 54 points for the game. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Hilary Haaven lays in a right hand layup against the Benson County Wildcats in Munich on Jan. 3. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Avery Lorenz was Player of the Game against Benson County in Munich on Jan. 3, finishing with a team high of 18 points. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Mikaela Olson eyes the basket and fires off a three point shot against Benson County.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

Erika Bakke with a defender's hand in front of her nails a 3-point basket. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Basketball camp wraps up for youngsters The camp was put on by Zack Schaefer with volunteer help each week. Kindergarten and first grade were 8-9 am and 2nd and 3rd grade were 9-10 am for the last five Saturdays! The camp focused on skill development like dribbling, passing, shooting, lay ups, defense and teamwork. The future of cardinal basketball is bright!

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Blades boys get two big league wins, girls split two in hockey weekend at the DSA

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Girls wrestling attends RumBle on the Red

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor

The Langdon Blades Junior Gold and 19U girls hockey teams finally got a weekend when they were both at home for games at Dakota Spirit Arena the weekend of Jan. 3-5. The boys won two thrilling games over Crosby 4-2 on Jan. 3 and in overtime over Fargo 4-3 on Jan. 4. The girls won a nailbiter 4-3 against Bottineau-Rugby on Jan. 3 then lost to top-ranked Hazen-Beulah 3-1 on Jan. 5. The Junior Gold team is off until they play three games out west the weekend of Jan. 17-19. The Blades girls are at home on Jan. 10 for Senior Night versus Crosby at 6:00pm, where Catelyn Goodman and Alora Berke will be honored with their parents. They will then host Richland on Jan. 11 and travel to Bottineau on Jan. 12.

In their most recent games, the Blades Junior Gold team jumped out early against Crosby with two first period goals - one by Kennen Forest and the other from Max Henderson. Devin Hakanson got an assist on the Forest score, while Landon Schneider and Colten Hein were each credited with one on the lamplighter by Henderson.

After the Comets scored to cut the Blades lead in half, Hakanson, who would later get the Farmers and Merchants State Bank Player of the Game honor, scored unassisted. Crosby got within one again in the third, but Keaton Ullyott clinched the win with an empty goal. The Blades young goalie, Ryder Moser, got the win in net with 34 saves, as Langdon outshot Crosby 46-36.

The Junior Gold game with Fargo the next day was a crazy one. There were 21 penalties called -12 against the Phantoms and nine for the Blades.

After Jax Johnson scored his first career goal on assists by Ullyott and Ty Ramberg, Fargo would put the puck in the net three straight times to take a 3-1 lead. A whole lot of wildness happened at the 11:04 mark of the third period; two Fargo players were kicked out for game misconduct penalties and that seemed to open the door for Langdon. Hein scored on an assist by Ben Berg, then Ramberg tied the game on an assist from Schneider to put the game to an extra session. Schneider then slapped a shot over the shoulder of Phantoms goalie Aryn Linn 11 seconds into OT to win the game. Moser had 39 saves in the win.

In their latest two contests, the girls jumped out to a 3-0 lead over Bottineau-Rugby on lamplighters by Berke, Graci Witzel and Colby Forest with Remmi Bodnar getting an assist on the Forest score. B-R then made a furious comeback with two goals in the second period and one in the third to send things to overtime. Witzel would score the game winner 49 seconds into OT on an assist by Kenadee Cluchie. Ella Brekke had 37 saves in the win, as B-R outshot Langdon 3829.

Langdon then hosted Hazen-Beulah, who is atop of the 19U girls standings.

They showed why. After Bodnar got a goal to open the scoring on assists by Forest and Goodman, the North Stars scored three unanswered times to win the game. Brekke had 32 saves in the loss.

Jalyn Carigan pins her opponent and picks up a win. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Tia Hugley in the 136 lb. weight class made quick work of her opponent and pinned her for the win. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Charlotte Crowston powers her girl to the mat and pins her for the win in the 106 lb. weight class.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

Maci Puppe beat her opponent with a decision win. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Jaelyn Forrey quickly pinned her opponent for the win at the Rumble on the Red in Fargo on Jan 2. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Marlie Stremick in the 124 lb. weight class takes her opponent for a quick pin in Fargo on Jan 2.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

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Jake’s Take on Sports

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor Back on the clock for 2025 We have hit the ground running for

the new year, as the month of January, as we’ve talked about, is one of the busiest months of the local sports year. We can report that the trip back from Williston went way better than the trip out. Although, we still haven’t found exactly where the septic tank is at the Ponderosa, but we have a general idea anyways. The sewer line was augered out, some blockage was found, and the hope is everything will hold until spring, Lord willing. We then will get the pump emptied when the snow goes away. Fingers and toes are crossed that this will work. We have quite a bit to tell you this week, so let’s get right at it.

All our area sports teams - whether it be basketball, hockey or wrestling - are in the meat of their schedules,

and we will do our best to cover it all here in The Borderland Press.

Simon Romfo makes FCS ADA Academic All-Star team Let’s start with more good news about Simon Romfo. He was recently named to the FCS Athletic Directors Association Academic All-Star team. He is one of 54 players selected across the country. To qualify, an athlete must maintain a 3.2 GPA or higher, must be a college football starter or key player, and must have played at least half the year at their position. Simon is just the ninth player chosen in UND football program history. Will Ratelle, who has several ties to our area, was also picked in 2015. Romfo started all 12 games as quarterback for UND this year, throwing 18 touchdown pass-

es, which was fifth in the Missouri Valley Conference. Off the field, he has logged 100 hours of community service at UND, and he currently has a 3.93 grade point average while majoring in finance. He and his brother, Grant, both intend to move back after college and farm in Cavalier County.

Just more good news of athletes from our little corner of the world doing great things at the college level - it’s so good to hear.

Senior Night for the Langdon Blades 19U girls hockey team is Jan. 10 Jan. 10 will be a big evening at Dakota Spirit Arena. The Langdon Blades 19U girls hockey team will have their Senior Night. Catelyn Goodman and Alo-

ra Berke (who is from Northwood) will be honored along with their parents before the Blades game with Crosby, which begins at 6:00pm. Both girls have had great careers with Langdon hockey, and everyone is welcome to come out and celebrate the evening with them. Both the Blades 19U girls and junior gold boys teams had a nice weekend of home games on Jan. 3-5.

While the boys are off this weekend, the girls team plays Crosby on Jan. 10 then Richland at 12 Noon on Jan. 11. Each team seems to be better the more ice time they get.

The Vikes had a hiccup but are still playoff bound! Skol! and “See ya!” next week!

Cardinals lose first boys game of year to Grafton's tall timber

By Jake Kulland, Sports Editor The Langdon-Munich Cardinals and Grafton Spoilers were both undefeated when they met at the Langdon Area High School gym for boys basketball on Feb. 6. The Cards were 3-0 in Class B and the Spoilers 2-0 in Class A. Grafton, who's front line stands 6' 6" or taller, ended up winning the game 66-48. Langdon-Munich now plays at home versus Larimore on Jan. 10, at Lakota versus Nelson County on Jan. 13, then travel to Park River on Jan. 17.

Against Grafton, the Cardinals had to go against the "Big 3" of the Spoilers. Forwards Brody Lillemoen and Reggie Rice and center Kyler Droog are all near aircraft carrier type players. The strategy for the Cards was to force Grafton's guards and beat them from the outside, as they are all very inexperienced. That worked to a point.

Langdon-Munich hung right with the third-ranked Spoilers most of the game with the teams playing even in

Cody Amble puts up a shot under pressure from a Spoiler defender in Langdon on Jan. 6.

Photo by Larry Stokke.

the second half. The difference in the contest was the second quarter when Grafton outscored the Cards 25-13 with 15 points by Lillemoen.

Maddux Stremick with a drive into the lane and a finger roll adds two points to the Cards' score. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Eastyn Schaefer had 20 points for the Cardinals, while Tanner McDonald had nine but way more than that in

Player of the Game Tanner McDonald gets fouled going in for a basket, sending him to the line where he drained a couple free throws. Photo by Larry Stokke.

hustle points, playing great defense and diving after one loose ball after another. Lillemoen finished with 24 points for the Spoilers, followed by Droog with 17 and Rice, 16.

GRAFTON 66, LANGDON-MUNICH 48 G -- 15 25 13 13 -- 66 LM -9 13 14 12 -- 48 Langdon-Munich -- Eastyn Schaefer 20, Tanner McDonald 9, Levi Swanson 7, Jayden Lee 6, Cody Amble 4, Maddux Stremick 2 Grafton -- Brody Lillemoen 24, Kyler Droog 17, Reggie Rice 16, Lee Roy Delgado 9 Levi Swanson drains a 3-point bucket against the Grafton Spoilers. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Eastyn Schaefer sinks a basket with two Spoilers defending him, finishing the game with team high 20 points. Photo by Larry Stokke.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO PERFORM CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR CAVALIER COUNTY SC-1006(079), PCN 23760 - Cavalier County Highway 6 (CMC 1006) & Cavalier County Highway 17 (CMC 1017) Mill & HMA Overlays Cavalier County will engage the services of a prequalified engineering firm to perform Construction Engineering on the following projects in Cavalier County scheduled to be com-

pleted in 2025.

SC-1006(079), PCN 23760 - Cavalier County Highway 6 project is located on County Highway 6 (CMC 1006), beginning at the intersection of Cavalier County Road 55 by Wales, ND and extending approximately 6 miles North and approximately 4 miles West to the intersection of Cavalier County Road 13 by Hannah, ND. Key project elements include milling, hot mix asphalt overlay and incidentals.

Cavalier County Highway 17 project is located on County Highway 17 (CMC 1017), beginning at the Intersection

of Cavalier County Highway 17 and ND Highway 5 and extending approximately 9 miles North to the intersection of Cavalier County Road 55 by Wales, ND. Key project elements include milling, hot mix asphalt overlay and incidentals.

Work to be performed by Consultant includes: Construction Services: Perform Project Management, Project Administration, Construction Observation, Construction Survey, Materials Testing, and Final Record Keeping. The work will need to follow NDDOT standards

and procedures. Additional services, if required, may be negotiated and supplemental agreements issued based on the consultant’s performance, the consultant’s proposal and available funding.

Firms are invited to submit a proposal for the projects listed above. The Proposals shall provide the following information: Past Performance Ability of professional personnel Willingness to meet time and budget requirements Location Recent, current, and projected workloads of the persons and/or firms Related experience on similar projects Recent and current work for the County Project understanding, issues, & approach The proposal pages shall be numbered and must be limited to 10 pages in length. Proposals that exceed the 10 page length requirement will not be considered. The cover letter will not be counted as one of the 10 pages. The proposal should list the personnel who will be assigned to work on the project, including titles, education, and work experience. Cavalier County will only consider proposals received prior to 10:00 AM, February 10, 2025. Late proposals will be deemed unresponsive.

The consultant’s proposal may include an appendix. Resumes, references, a statement of qualifications and other materials outlining experience may be included in an appendix.

The appendix will not be considered as a part of the 10 page proposal.

Each proposal will be evaluated by a selection committee.

Cavalier County will conduct interviews. The County plans to interview up to three (3) of the most qualified engineering firms based on whose proposals most clearly meet the RFP requirements. Interviews will take

place on a date to be determined by the County. Firms not selected to be interviewed will be notified in writing.

Separate fees for each project shall be negotiated with the successful firm. SC-1006(079), PCN 23760 Cavalier County Highway 6 will be contracted through the NDDOT. Cavalier County Highway 17 will be contracted directly with Cavalier County.

If the fees cannot be agreed upon, the County reserves the right to terminate negotiations, and then negotiate with the second and third ranked firms in order, if necessary, until a satisfactory contract has been negotiated.

All costs associated with the proposal shall be borne by the proposer. The County reserves the right to reject any and/or all proposals and to not award contracts for any and/or all projects.

Engineering firms interested in performing the work shall submit six (6) hard bound copies and an electronic pdf file of their proposal to: visor

Cavalier County Road Super-

901 3rd St STE #9 Langdon, ND 58249 SC-1006(079), PCN 23760 CAVALIER COUNTY HWY 6 AND CAVALIER COUNTY HWY 17 701-256-2161 tjohnsto@nd.gov Title VI assures that no person or group of persons may, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any and all programs or activities administered by the Department. For information regarding the Title VI Program see the NDDOT website at: http:// www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/civilrights/ titlevi.htm Published January 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2025

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