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Volume 1, Number 23
In this Issue:
The Magic of a Munich Teacher Wins Her a Trip to Disney World
Thornberg Recognized with Award Page 2
By Sarah Hinnenkamp
Unofficial Election Results Page 2
ination Campus Celebration at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida over Memorial Day weekend.
Letter from the Publisher Page 4
Hill was shocked when she found out via email that she had been selected, and she had to keep it a secret for a while, but before long, Memorial weekend arrived, and Hill was on an adventure. Disney provided the fancy hotel room for three nights, three-day park passes for Hill and her husband, and a $200 Disney gift card.
Letter from the Editor Page 4 “Don’t Be a Salty Heifer” by Sara Goodman Page 4 “From Performer to Pit Crew” by Matt Mitzel Page 4 Tall Tales and Serial Shorts by Lisa Whitt Page 5
“They just went above and beyond. It was surreal,” Hill said.
Quilts of Valor Ceremony Held in Milton Page 6
The first day started at 7 a.m. with a trip to Magic Kingdom, getting to see the hidden parts of Disney and walking in through the back way where cameras aren’t allowed.
Munich Women Participate in State Bowling Page 7 Jake’s Take on Sports Page 7
Index:
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“They walked us down Main Street USA, and we were the only ones there,” Hill said.
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The group had cameras rolling on them the whole time they were there and plenty of Disney executives around them. They went to Cinderella’s Castle for photos and had breakfast on a terrace. After that they worked in groups to design their own theme park and presented the projects to the rest of the group.
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Barb Hill at Disney World.
Last fall, Barb Hill’s daughter sent her a link for a Disney contest, urging her mother to apply, as one of the requirements was applicants had to be teachers. “I thought, well, I could do this, but I won’t win,” said Hill, who teaches 5th and 6th grade language arts at Mu-
nich Public School. She did win. Hill was one of 50 teachers selected from 32 states out of 5,800 essay submissions that centered on the creativity and imagination they each demonstrate in their classrooms on a regular basis. The prize was being part of Disney’s Imag-
The teachers, who represented elementary, middle, and high school, served as the Grand Marshals in the daily parade. Another group activity involved learning the choreography for a song from the Broadway musical, Frozen. “I learned that I’m really bad at that, and I’m a much better audience member, but it was fun. I was just trying to get through it,” Hill laughed.
They also heard from Alton Fitzgerald White, who is a critically acclaimed actor best known for playing Mufasa in Disney’s The Lion King – a role that he performed 4000 times on the Broadway stage. The event hosts had surprise after surprise for the group, including staff and executives applauding and cheering as the honored teachers walked through a corridor of people. It was to show appreciation and love for the teachers who have worked so hard and been through so much during the course of the pandemic. Disney executives said this group was representing thousands of teachers. “It was a tearjerker for me,” Hill said. The surprises weren’t over yet. After being told they were just standing in front of a new ride at Epcot to take a group photo, they found out they got to experience the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind roller coaster. The group had met one of the ride designers earlier in the day, and he invited them to bring their families to go on the ride, which is an OmniCoaster, meaning the individual cars on the rollercoaster can rotate 360 degrees. Hill’s adventure on just one of the days took her from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., giving her plenty of memories to come home with and plenty of time to get to know the other teachers on the trip. “The other teachers were just amazing,” Hill said. “We have started a Facebook group, and the creativity is just blowing up; people asking ‘have you thought about this in your classroom?’” Most of the teachers there were from cont’d. on page 14
Introducing Prairie Lark Farms, Soap with Goat’s Milk and Passion By Hilary Nowatzki
In October 2014, Ruth and Mike Schrader brought their first child into the world, a beautiful baby girl. Parenthood was a dream come true, but Ruth soon realized that her baby had very sensitive skin. No matter what product she tried, it seemed as though everything only caused more
though, Ruth and Mike were able to move to a property with three acres in Heimdal, N.D. (near Harvey). Ruth's life-long dream was fulfilled when she purchased a few of her very own Nigerian dwarf goats who were both expecting babies.
the future than she could have anticipated. While doing her research, she began to identify the additives that were causing irritation and those that weren’t. She also started researching all of the health benefits behind the ingredients that were working, along with the downfalls of the products
So, although the goat milk soap, in general, was better for her little one, she also realized that, depending on the brand and other ingredients, some of the soaps were of supremely better quality than others. Ruth didn’t want her daughter’s skin to ‘just be okay’ or ‘just be free from irritation’.
on where you source them,” Ruth stated. Ruth’s research found that prolonged use of essential oils or even natural citrus oils on skin can sometimes cause irritation. She explained that instead, she decided to go with fragrance oils and then started looking at USA companies to make sure she could only source cruelty free, paraben free, phthalate free, that had no cheap junk in it. One of her companies is actually out of Minnesota. One of Ruth’s favorite ingredients, which she has found to be supreme for sensitive skin but less commonly used, is babassu oil. Babassu oil is like a gentle cousin of coconut oil because they have similar properties, but on the scale of how it clogs your pores, coconut oil is a four and babassu oil is a one. This comparison is on a scale of one to five, meaning Ruth has found a less common oil
irritation…that is until she tried soap made with goat’s milk. Ruth’s history with goats goes back much further than the birth of her daughter. Ruth herself was born near Chattanooga, Tenn., and although she moved when she was only four years old, she vividly remembers playing with goats on her grandmother’s farm. Ruth begged her father to have goats when she was young, but the family always lived in town. In 2016,
Although Ruth knew that soap from goat’s milk was not only helping her daughter’s skin but helping her own skin, she began to notice that some products worked better than others. She found out they were all not created the same and had to start digging deeper and figure out what she could get for her daughter This piqued Ruth’s curiosity, and she began a quest of research that would turn out to be more helpful in
with ingredients that were not working as well. “When I first started, I just thought if it said ‘goat milk soap’ it would be good for her skin, and then when I started buying I found that while one didn't irritate her skin, the next would just make it beautiful, and so I started paying attention to the ingredients and then started studying and researching them.”
Ruth went the extra mile because she wanted her daughter’s skin to be as radiant and healthy as possible. As a solution, once she was on a property that allowed her to have goats, Ruth got to work making her own soap recipes. “I learned about how you can add hardeners in or how people use different fragrance oils and different things like that, and some of those ingredients can be kind of scary depending
that is actually optimal for sensitive skin and clogged pores. She also doesn’t use sand as an exfoliant, because although it’s natural, it can still be harsh on skin. Aside from natural sand, many products contain micro plastics as exfoliants and even some of the shimmer powders found in beauty products end up in the water systems causing extra pollution. cont’d. on page 14
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Cavalier Motorcycle Ride-In
Rolls into Region By Nick Vorlage
This weekend is Father’s Day weekend. For residents in and around the city of Cavalier, that also means that the Cavalier Motorcycle Ride-in is coming around the bend.
year – that’s at 12, 2, and 4 on Saturday,” said Rachel Morrison, executive director for the Cavalier Chamber of Commerce.
“We have a ton of things that we are bringing back that everybody loves, such as tons of food, street dances, and retail vendors. The stunt dudes are going to be performing again this
Morrison said the Friday Scavenger Hunt Ride is a go, and the Saturday big group ride will bring the bikers in to visit Cavalier’s western neighbors. “We are going to be going to Gardar, and we’re actually going to be stopping at Langdon on Saturday morning, so we’ll get a chance to pop in up there and see everybody before everybody heads back to Cavalier,” Morrison said. More information about the event is available online at CavalierMotorcycleRideIn.com. This is the 26th year of the Cavalier Motorcycle Ride-In.
July 1 Deadline for N.D. Landowners to Post Land Electronically
The deadline for landowners interested in posting private land electronically for the 2022-23 hunting season is July 1.
Thornberg Series Recognized with Regional Edward R. Murrow Award Prairie Public original radio series and documentary television shorts have been honored with prestigious media awards. “Main Street, Minot: 10 Years After the Flood” won a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award. The radio series, produced by Ashley Thornberg, a Walhalla native, was recognized because the series exemplifies the values, principles, and standards set forth by Murrow, a journalism pioneer who set the standards for the highest quality of broadcast journalism. Prairie Public’s documentary short “Rex Cook: Western Leather Artist,” Matt Olien producer and Tyler Gastecki editor, won a Gold Telly Award in the documentary category. “Warriors in the North: Healing Through Art,” Andy Garske producer/editor, won a Bronze Telly Award in the public interest/awareness category. “Forced to Flee,” Nayeli Castro producer/editor,
won a Bronze Telly Award in the cultural category. “Terry Shannon: Treasure Hunter,” Cassie Pierce producer/ editor, won a Bronze Telly Award in the informational category. The Telly Awards is the premier award honoring outstanding local, regional, and cable television commercials and programs, as well as video and film productions, and is one of the most sought-after awards in the television, commercial, and video industry. In addition to free over-the-air broadcasts, Prairie Public productions are available online at prairiepublic.org, on Prairie Public’s YouTube channel, and on the Prairie Public app. Headquartered in Fargo, Prairie Public is a non-profit member station of PBS and NPR that provides educational and technological services to communities and individuals across its coverage area.
Frost Fire Summer Theatre Seeks Volunteers Frost Fire Summer Theatre is wondering if people want to see “The Sound of Music” this summer for free. Frost Fire is expanding its volunteer presence this year and is looking for people to assist with serving at the buffet, golf cart drivers, parking attendants, and concession assistants. The 2022 production runs June 25 – July 31, each Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. Volunteers get a ticket to see the show for free and get to enjoy the buffet. This summer is unique because of having such a large show. Volunteers are covering more than a regular summer. Frost Fire has a large volunteer presence because of the amount of
work that needs to be done and because it's owned and operated by a nonprofit, the Pembina Gorge Foundation. “I just think that being a volunteer at Frost Fire is a rewarding experience, and we strive to give the audience the best possible experience at Frost Fire Summer Theatre in the beautiful Pembina Gorge,” said Charity Stegman, the summer volunteer coordinator and the stage manager for the show.
Landowners can log into My Account on the North Dakota Game and Fish Department website, gf.nd.gov. The July 1 deadline is necessary to produce print material and digital content prior to hunting seasons that begin in August. The 2021 state legislature passed a bill to allow electronic posting of private land, giving landowners another option for posting private property. Landowners who enrolled land electronically last year can renew, add, or modify posting designations during the enrollment period. Others posting for the first time might need to create a profile. To post land, proceed to the “Land Parcels/Electronic Posting” section at the bottom of the page and click “Search/Renew Land parcels.” The electronic posting system is linked to land descriptions based on county tax parcel information.
To volunteer or to request more information, call Charity at 701-521-0772 or email charity.stegman@gmail.com.
The Game and Fish website has complete instructions for landowners, along with frequently asked questions for both landowners and hunters.
County Treasurer Cynthia Stremick 903
County Measure No. 1 Yes 772 No 252
Election Results
These are the unofficial primary election results at press time for the June 14 primary. State Senator in District 9 Republican Kent Weston 1337 State Senator in District 9 Democratic-NPL Richard Marcellais 649 LoAnn Jerome 443 State Senator District 19 Republican Janne Myrdal 2,792 State Senator District 19 Democratic-NPL Travis Hipsher 560
State Representative District 19 Republican David Monson 1575 Karen A. Anderson 1518 Paul Stremick 1456 Alex Bata 1411 State Representative District 19 Democratic-NPL Jill Hipsher 484 Lynnell Popowski 452 State Representative District 9B Republican Donna Henderson 674 Chuck Damschen 606
State Representative District 9B Democratic-NPL Marvin E. Nelson 498 County Commissioner at Large Austin Lafrenz 680 Nick Moser 662 Stanley J. Dick 632 Steve Thielbar 351 Mark Schneider 329 County Auditor Lisa Gellner 913 County State’s Attorney Angelo Mondragon 821 County Recorder Vicki Kubat 926
County Sheriff Greg Fetsch 899 County Official Newspaper The Walsh County Record 612 Commission President Jerry Nowatzki 386 Commissioner Langdon Cody Schlittenhard 352 James Rademacher 318 Susan Fay Crockett 165
Mayor Walhalla John Rock McDonald 159 Kathy Stremick 78 Council Member Walhalla Raela Kalis 186 Christopher Jackson 170 Larry Schill 162 Myrna Styles 126 Municipal Judge Walhalla James Benjaminson 188
Park Board Member Langdon Park Kade Pengilly 398 Dawn Christianson 389
Park Board Member Walhalla Park - 4 year term Stephanie Anderson 198 Candace Thomas 191
Park Board Member Langdon Park Unexpired 2-Year Term Jordan Braunberger 421
Park Board Member Walhalla Park - unexpired 2-year term Sara Price 216
LANGDON AREA SCHOOL BOARD UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS Abby Borchardt elected for three-year term (Langdon City Limits). Loren Fetsch and Daren Bachman elected for three-year term (Rural at Large). Cindy Stremick elected for two-year term (Rural at Large). The At Large Overall Position measure was voted down.
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Expert Discusses Spring’s Corn Planting Issues By Shanda Christianson
Whatever corn crop is going to be planted this season is probably in the ground by now, according to Jean Henning, executive director of the North Dakota Corn Council. “I think everyone’s aware that the corn crop has had its issues this spring,” said Henning. “You know these wet fields and these rainfalls that are two to four inches at length, these days on end of rain and how the faucet has started March 1 and really hasn’t stopped, and so one good thing, I guess, is that we don’t have a drought any more, but we are dealing with a lot of wet fields and so planting has been slow.” “What I’m hearing now from folks is that probably 60-70% or so of the corn is what we can expect to have from those initial 3.6 million acres that the USDA said we were gonna
plant,” Henning continued. “We’re seeing a small shift over to beans and over to soybeans, and I think we’re gonna have a significant plant there.” Henning also talked about the beneficial relationship between the U.S. and Canada when it comes to corn and ethanol. “There’s a renewed emphasis on Canada, which I’m really happy to see. Canada is the number six importer of U.S. corn and a lot of North Dakota corn. They’re the number six importer of U.S. DDG, dried distillers grain, from the ethanol plants, and they’re the number one importer of U.S. ethanol, which I think is significant, especially with our location here in North Dakota. They’re taking a lot of our ethanol from our plants here, and the benefits of the U.S. Grain Council’s new push, kind of going on the offense in Canada.”
Record Gas Prices Fuel Interest in Ethanol Blends By NAFB News Service
Experts in the biofuel industry said record gas prices are fueling huge interest in blending more and higher blends of ethanol. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper said the near-weekly records for gas prices are having a direct impact on blending of corn ethanol. “We're seeing unprecedented interest in the wholesale market and blending sector in E15,” Cooper said. “We're seeing E85 sales really taking off in certain parts of the country, and that's because ethanol, you know, as recently as yesterday was selling for a dollar and 30 cents a gallon less than gasoline.” Cooper said it wouldn’t surprise him if average gas prices hit $5 a gallon
by mid-summer based on futures prices for pure gasoline. The flip side, of course, is recession. “Yeah, and that's absolutely a concern and a risk. We've seen that many times in the past. Surprisingly $4 gasoline has so far not led to this sort of demand destruction that we have experienced in the past. At some point - you're right, you hit a breaking point where consumers really put the brakes on and stop driving so much,” Cooper said. Cooper doesn’t know at what price the fuel market goes ‘south.’ It could be at $5 a gallon, but at some point, he said record prices will have an impact, and drivers will buy less gas— and with it, less ethanol.
North Dakota Sees Uptick in Deal Flow by Nick Vorlage
North Dakota is seeing a lot of activity and investment in substantial capital projects across the state. Josh Teigen, director of the N.D. Commerce Department’s economic development and finance division, said that we’re in a time when North Dakota has had more deal flow than ever seen before. “A lot of times there are companies that come and kick the tires, but we don’t actually end up with a project, but right now, not only are we seeing record breaking deal flow, we’re also seeing nearly every single one of those converting to an actual project that’s putting a shovel in the ground, so it’s pretty exciting,” Teigen said. Teigen said the impetus for this growth was Governor Burgum’s announcement of a “carbon neutrality” goal by 2030. It got a lot of people looking at North Dakota that had never considered it before; Teigen said a number of the projects are “value-added.” “A way to kind of build a more diversified and resilient economy is to add value to those commodities before
they leave the state,” he said. Teigen points to the soybean crushing and corn milling plants that have been announced, and he said capturing carbon dioxide from coal-fired power plants and ethanol refineries could also be value-added. He said the Three Affiliated Tribes have been exploring a greenhouse project that would use the captured CO2 to grow plants. “It’s good for our tribal nations and those partnerships between private sectors, government, tribal nations all coming together for common goals. I think we can do some really cool stuff over the next couple years,” Teigen said. He added that the state is also in talks with fertilizer companies: “Our growers are paying some of the highest prices in the nation for fertilizers because we’re at the end of the supply chain. Well, we have the natural gas here, we have the demand for the fertilizer here, it’s kind of a perfect storm for a project like that to come in.”
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A Drain Tile Primer War in Ukraine will make ‘a big By Shanda Christianson difference’ in global food supply, prices For those who work with drain tile and those in the farming industry, they probably have a good handle on what drain tile is and how it works. What about the rest of us? Many of us have driven by fields and have seen that those fields have drain tile installed; we have even seen water pumping out from the field, but how exactly does it all work? “They are four-inch corrugated tubes, and they have slits in them,” explained Derek Peterson, vice president of Agassiz Drain Tile in Buxton, N.D. “There are different kinds you can get. The one that’s probably the most common is called a fine slot. It basically looks like somebody took a utility knife and just poked the tile. So, when you look at the pipe you can’t physically see into the pipe, but that slit is there. And that slit being narrow like that helps keep the small particles of soil from getting in the pipe but allows the water to get in.” Peterson said those pipes are placed in the field roughly 40 feet apart and that spans across the entirety of the field. They all come to a larger pipe called a main on the end of the field and that main will carry that water to either a pump, ditch, river, creek, or whatever means the farmer is using to get rid of the water out of the field. With the wet spring, Peterson has observed the success of fields with drain tile. “Some of the very first fields you’ll see worked around here are typically ones that have drain tile in them,” Peterson said. “We have one customer in the Park River area. He’s a sugar beet farmer, and they get their weekly report of what percentage of acres are planted in their area. For him, the majority of his farm is tiled, and he said at one point the area around him was 11% planted, and he was sitting closer to 70-80% planted. He really attributed that to the tile he had in the ground. And that’s a pretty common story. You’ll see a lot of guys, the first field they get into are the ones they have drain tile in.”
By NAFB News Service
The threat of a global and even U.S. food crisis is growing, as Russia’s war on Ukraine drags on and U.S. fuel and fertilizer prices soar. Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused Russia’s Vladimir Putin of exporting starvation and suffering to Africa and the Middle East with his war on Ukraine. “President Putin is stopping food from being shipped and aggressively using his propaganda machine to deflect or distort responsibility because it hopes it will get the world to give in to him and end the sanctions,” Blinken said. “In other words, quite simply put, it's blackmail.” The food crisis could be getting closer to home, however. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley commented on the now near-daily records for gas and diesel prices fueled by the war, growing demand, and tight supplies, “The big impact of that is on food, and five-dollar gas without truckers to haul the food, is going to not only make it expensive but probably create supplies of food. And we shouldn't have that in America,” Grassley said.
Meaning, of course, supply ‘shortages,’ instead. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack admitted the food crisis is a “monumental challenge” but claims Putin miscalculated Western resolve. “And he probably hoped that the tension would strain our relationships with one another, but in fact, he was wrong,” Vilsack said. “We continue to prove him wrong by keeping the lines of trade open, by avoiding export restrictions, by sharing resources, and by working together through these difficult times.” Vilsack recently led a global food security roundtable with Secretary Blinken. Vilsack said USDA is investing two billion dollars on food resilience and competition, 500 million in U.S. fertilizer production, and 282 million in humanitarian food aid. But while the war in Ukraine continues, Grassley said it will make “a big difference,” in the global food supply and prices.
USDA Acreage Report Comes Out June 30 By NAFB News Service Even in mid-June, commodity market analysts and traders are already looking ahead to the USDA Acreage Report on June 30. Joe Vaclavik, founder and president of Standard Grain in Tennessee, says it’s one of the biggest reports of the year.
“It’s often associated with a lot of volatility. This year, in particular, I think it's going to be messy, and, I think, there's gonna be some surprises. We know that up north, in North Dakota, Minnesota, and maybe parts of South Dakota, they didn't get all of their intended corn acres planted,” Vaclavik said. “I guess the question regarding those areas is what happened? Did it get switched to other crops? Was there some prevent plant? Did a lot of it go into soybeans? Did a lot of it go into spring wheat? So, I think that that area, in particular, is a big question mark.” Vaclavik said there are a lot of other
question marks around the country when it comes to the corn versus soybeans acreage battle. “Because of what happened in the new crop corn versus soybean spreads following that March survey period, the corn market outperformed soybeans by a really wide margin and did much, much better than beans, and incentivized farmers to perhaps switch some intended soybean acres back to corn,” Vaclavik said. “So, you may see additional corn acres versus intentions in other places, which could maybe more than make up for what we lose in North Dakota corn acres and Minnesota corn acres. There are a lot of irons in the fire here that, the March acreage report which we've been using to this point, is typically really unreliable. The survey responses are very low. It's a bad report. This June one should provide a little bit more clarity.”
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Letter from the Publisher If green is your color, then you’re probably in a state of euphoria right now! The rains we didn’t want combined with the sunshine we crave have created a beautiful scene out of every window and along every roadway. Skies are blue as I write this on Monday, paying no attention to the forecast calling for only clouds. No chance for a bad day. I hope you feel the same! Father’s Day is this Sunday! Hopefully that means a day off for the dads
around you. If not, try celebrating another day - maybe on Saturday after he gets done mowing and trimming the lawn, washing the cars, training the new puppy, and changing a few diapers. He could even take you to the zoo to treat himself! If you’re shopping for a gift for your dad, I would recommend the fishing pole campfire roaster which has room for a hot dog and two marshmallows; he can roast an entire meal at once! Whatever your plans are, send him
back to work on Monday with a smile on his face, whether it be from a great weekend or the fact that it’s over.
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All in fun, Happy Father’s Day to all!
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Letter from the Editor we didn’t know, because up to that point in our lives, no one had taught us that particular lesson. I am giving myself grace, even though I have the strong urge to laugh at myself.
You don’t know what you don’t know, right? My grandpa always said we had to give ourselves grace for the things
When we started on this newspaper path, I was nervous. In the beginning I would wonder if I should save an article “just in case” the next week was lighter, and I was afraid that we wouldn’t have enough content. I didn’t know that I had no need to fear. The communities in our trade area have an abundance of news each week and wonderful stories to share. There’s plenty to get out into the world. I just didn’t know how
much. In fact, for two weeks in a row, we had 18-page newspapers! There’s plenty of news! Now that we’re in the swing of things you’ll hear someone in the office yell down the hallway occasionally, “Everyone wants to be in The Borderland Press!” We love getting your photos and news releases and being invited to your events. Last week, hours before sending to print, we had to add two pages to the paper. It was easy to fill. We had information on scholarship winners, the upcoming fireworks show at Emmanuel Evangelical Church of Langdon (Sunday, July 3 at the south end of Third Street, around dusk) and
much more. Thank you for allowing us to get the word out for you! I wish I would have known when I started just how fun this newspaper business was going to be. I think it’s extra special because of the trade area – I just love these communities. That’s what makes it even more fun to have a second section in our paper this week. Please enjoy the Summer Fun Guide! As you’re making plans to attend these wonderful events, please make sure you double check the schedule with the event organizers via Facebook or a website as many events have listed that things
are subject to change. Summer is in full swing – I have the bug bites and farmer’s tan to prove it. We have really enjoyed the mild weather and getting outside to soak up some Vitamin D. The kids, the dog, and the parents are all sleeping deeper at night after running around all day. I hope you’re enjoying your summer so far!
Sarah Hinnenkamp Editor
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THE MORNING RUN: Don’t Be a Salty Heifer something we looked forward to all spring. We rotated between our place, the Gunderson’s, and the Pederson’s, and every year we ended up at a different house because the last place we branded at that day was where we ate. I will forever associate the following food items with branding: roast beef on buns, potato salad, chips, baked beans, and my mom’s Texas brownies and lemon bars - all washed down with a can of Sprite for the kids and a lukewarm Bud for the adults. by Sara Goodman It’s branding season again in western North Dakota. Branding is an ages-old form of cattle identification. Back before fences, branding was a vital way of keeping track of your cattle. Now with pastures all fenced in, it may not seem necessary, however, fences are not foolproof, and cattle enjoy finding that one weak spot in the wire and heading for the hills. Branding is also necessary when you take your cattle to the sales ring, as brands are registered and inspected on the cattle to ensure proper ownership. When I was a kid, branding day was
The day would start bright and early with my brother, my sister, and me saddling up our trusty old nags and heading for the south 80 pasture. My dad would slowly follow in his old Ford pickup with two or three pails of oats in the box. Once we found the cattle, my dad would pound on the side of the pickup and yell “come boss!” at the top of his lungs. If you know my dad but had never been around him and his cattle, this would come as quite a shock because his normal demeanor does not include yelling. When it was time to work the cows, yelling was second nature. My dad took care of his cows like they were his children. He wanted them calm.
If we got a little too excited in the saddle and the cows took off running, you could be guaranteed to hear my dad yelling “don’t run em” followed by a few colorful expletives. This was accompanied by confusing hand signals, which we ignored. Once safely inside the corrals, we would sort the mommas from the babies. This was accomplished by my dad calmly coaxing them into different pens being tended by us kids, the gatekeepers. I always tried to claim the gate to the calf pen because I didn’t want to be in the pen with the pissed off and bellering mommas. I tried to make sure my sister got that gate. Once sorted, we let them simmer down a bit before the real action started. The real action is in the calf pen. A team of two people slowly approach the huddled mass of calves and pick one out. A point, a nod, a grab… and in a matter of seconds, the calf is down with one person holding a back leg and one sitting carefully on the neck holding a front leg. The real trick is to avoid being kicked because it really hurts. Once the calf is down, a swarm of workers descend and get
to work vaccinating, putting in an ear tag, branding and castrating any males. It’s all over in about a minute, and the calf is released. If you’re concerned about the general welfare of the calves, keep in mind that my dad considered them his kids. In fact, I’m pretty sure my dad never checked on me as often as he checked on his calves. Screwing around in the calf pen was not tolerated.
a younger cousin.” (I’m three years older than her.)
Nowadays when we brand, it’s my younger brother in charge instead of my dad, and the cows are gathered up with four wheelers and pickups. The comradery of neighbors helping neighbors, eager kids testing out their wrestling skills, and the spread of food remain unchanged. By the time you read this, another branding The only screwing around we ever did season will be over, but we’re always was on break. When we were about looking for a few good wrestlers for half done with the calves, we took a next year! All that’s required is that short break to replenish supplies and you know a heifer from a bull. let the wrestlers have a break. Sprites and Buds were passed around while syringes were refilled and branding irons reheated. While the adults did the important stuff, the kids gathered up the Rocky Mountain Oysters that were flung out into the grass for a little summer “snowball” fight. One time, when my city slicker cousins were visiting from West Fargo, my cousin, Leah, completely disgusted and annoyed, locked herself in the old Ford. I proceeded to drape a few oysters on the windshield for her viewing pleasure. Years later she relived her trauma in a college English essay. The professor wrote on it “she’s definitely
Musings from Munich: From Performer to Pit Crew participated in the fallen Soldier 14k Memorial Run as she does every year, and it got me thinking of my own journey of running and how it is a staple of our family’s story. Usually the “Morning Run” would cover such a story, but here I am rocking it out of the park again for them.
By Matt Mitzel “I have a certain amount of breaths in my body for a lifetime, and I’m certainly not going to waste any of them going up and down a road.” This is how my grandpa responded when I asked him if he had ever ran a marathon - a wise man. A couple of weekends ago, Brianne
Fourteen years ago I ran and completed my first marathon for one simple reason: Brianne was hot. I was dating her, and she had run a handful of them before. This super soldier had to impress his girl by following her in the Fargo Marathon, which I was completely undertrained for, and it showed. I remember she crossed the finish line, drove to her apartment, showered, changed, swung by Subway, and drove back to the Dome to watch me cross the finish line. As most couples do, we were proud of each other and were cheap drunks that night. Training for and recovering from marathons as a couple was quite
entertaining as there were countless times when all it took was me hiding her running shoes, and we would end up at Spitfire Bar & Grill instead of the gym. I hate running, as I believe it should only be done for lifesaving maneuvers, but my wife is hot enough to motivate me to do three marathons and four half marathons over the span of our relationship…each one came with a horror story: I ran into a medical tent and screamed that I was having a personal pain issue; I had a breakdown and smashed my iPod against the ground on a mile 18 once, bloody nipples soaked through my outer garments, I’ve peed in between cars parked on the path. This is just to name a few things, but I kept entering races. It is absolutely painful, but that feeling when you cross that finish line is…priceless. The
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marathon career with a couple surgeries on my feet, but my role has switched from being a participant to pit crew for Brianne. I do kind of owe my wife at least that, as during one of my deployments, she was able to focus her training and ran a time that qualified her for the Boston Marathon. Then I returned and got her pregnant five months before the race, oopsie. So there we Mitzel boys stand at the ready during every race for her. We are there at the start to hold all of her gear, be a human stretching post, and grab any loose garments she sheds before the gun. Then during the race, we set up our own checkpoints with Kleenex, jolly ranchers, Vaseline, and Powerade. Finally, we are always at the finish line to cheer her on and celebrate her awesomeness even though she hates me making a thing of it. So if you see Bri and her boys out at these races, stop in and have a good time as one of us is staying in shape and pushing themselves, and
the other one is staying sharp on logistics and snack variety. Matt Mitzel is the unofficial events coordinator for the City of Munich, a supporter of Langdon Area Edmore Munich athletics, football coach, and all-around Munich mega fan, earning him the nickname “Mr. Munich.”
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Tall Tales and Serial Shorts By Lisa Whitt
and the ice was only 11 inches thick. Now he drives his wife’s truck, and she doesn’t let him go ice fishing anymore. (Not that we know anyone personally that has done this.)
“I heard a good one yesterday,” a line that will make anyone’s ears perk up and tune in. Everyone loves hearing a good yarn, especially one that will make you laugh or make you forget about your troubles for a few minutes. An old Greek once said that there are only three types of strangers that people will always let into their home: a carpenter, a healer, and a storyteller. Why those three? Because they fix broken things - your home, body, and spirit. I don’t know about fixing a broken spirit, but around here, a good fish tale, especially if Ole or Bill Nowatzki is doing the telling, will take your cares away for a while. Or, at the very least, you may learn where the fish are biting.
Kevin Locke shared his storytelling, music, and hoop dancing at Boyd Block on June 9 as part of the Northern Lights Arts Council’s Summer Concert Series. Photos by Larry Stokke.
Be Prepared for an Emergency: Update your Information The North Dakota 9-1-1 Association, in cooperation with local Public Safety Answering Points, is requesting that any person using or contracting for the use of in-home or mobile medical alert devices, keep their vendor updated whenever a change of address occurs. In communications throughout the state, it was found that all vendors who were contacted have put the updating of individuals’ places of residence as the responsibility of the owner/lessee of the devices. In cases happening in North Dakota, when Medical Assistance Devices were used, the vendor has old information on file and that is the address that
emergency assistance is dispatched to, wasting precious moments. It’s recommended that if you move, even to a new apartment in the same building, to update your information with the company you contract these devices from, to ensure that help does get to you as soon as possible. Other means of contacting 9-1-1 through assistive technology such as your iPhone or Android phone using wi-fi calling, should also have the correct information on them. Also if you live in different locations depending on the seasons, make sure your device is updated with your current home address.
You might think storytelling started with wizened, old, bearded-bards like Virgil, Dante, and Chaucer reciting adventurous tales ‘round the campfire for everyone to hear - from king and commoner alike, but storytime and tall tales stretch back to the beginning of our human collective. Not only have we been entertained by stories, but we have been taught life lessons, too. For instance, most folks around the area know when the ice is too thin to drive on for ice fishing. Some of us may have learned this sage piece of life-changing advice from our parents or grandparents when they would tell us some long, tall fish tales. Mixed in with the wide-eyed laughter came a good deal of common sense. My grandpa says the ice must be 15 inches thick before you drive on it. Some have learned from the mistakes of others. Like when you “hear a good one” while out in town. You know, the story about the fella who drove his new truck out on the lake to ice fish when everyone said it was too warm
Time to Get a REAL ID is Drawing Near BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) would like to remind citizens about the upcoming deadline to obtain a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or identification card. Beginning May 3, 2023, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID compliant driver’s license, or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. REAL ID is a federal mandate to improve the reliability and accuracy of driver licenses and identification cards. REAL ID compliant licenses are marked by a star on the top of the card and allows a North Dakota resident to use the driver’s license as a form of identification to complete domestic airline travel and access a federal facility such as a federal courthouse or military base. “North Dakota is slightly ahead of the
national average with 51% of our citizens currently REAL ID compliant,” said NDDOT Driver License Division Director, Brad Schaffer. “We still have a lot of ground to cover before the May 2023 deadline, so we are encouraging citizens to schedule their appointments as soon as possible.” To get a REAL ID, citizens must visit a North Dakota Driver’s License office in person. When getting a REAL ID, you will need to bring specific documents to prove your residency. More information about REAL ID along with a list of acceptable documents is available at dot.nd.gov. Please note that if your current name is different from the name on your identity document, you will need to bring additional
proof of your legal name. North Dakota offers an Opt-in, Opt-out feature that allows residents a choice in obtaining a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or identification card. “Not having a REAL ID could cause some serious issues if you have to fly on the spur-of-the-moment or unexpectedly in the case of an emergency,” says Schaffer. “You certainly don’t want to wind up at the airport with a ticket in hand and be turned away because you do not have the proper identification.” To schedule an appointment, visit dot. nd.gov or call NDDOT’s toll free number at 1-855-633-6835.
Instinctively, the love of a good story is universal to time and place. A few hundred years ago, storytelling was simple; traveling minstrels roamed around, gathered a crowd, and started entertaining. No one would dare move or speak for fear that they might break the wondrous spell woven through the night air. It could have been tales of a genie released from a bottle to fly through the hot desert on a magic carpet or a story about some enormous fish that leapt out of the sea and swallowed a man whole - never to be seen again! (I sense a theme here-one fish tale after another.) Then our world changed - Gutenberg invented the printing press. The entire human communication pool shrank to the size of the printed word. Storytellers used ink and typeset to give their tales directly to the populations at large. With the pull of the press lever, the common man had access to the written word. Man no longer had to wait for a traveling minstrel or bard to bring him new stories and exciting tales. Printed words, gilded paper, and colored inks delivered the same stories without the wait for the huddled masses. Thankfully, the famous Victorian Era author, Charles Dickens, saw the slight flaw in the implementation of the great mass access revolution. Most of the population could neither read, write, nor afford the cost of books. “How can I give the people the
stories they demand?” Newspapers were the answer. Thank You, Mr. Dickens! Newspapers gave people more access to reading material because they were cheaper to buy than books. Dickens was one of the first recognized authors to reach out to the larger and overlooked part of his community, the poor who could only spare a few pennies a week for something other than the bare necessities. Dickens began publishing his novels in sequential installments or series, and so did everyone else. The installments would run until the novel was complete, sometimes as much as nine to ten months. The daily and weekly newspapers would run two or three authors’ works concurrently, such as a Dickens’ and a Jules Verne serial. Readership was dependent on how much the readers liked the authors, the story installments, and the cliffhangers that brought the readers back week after week. After being published in the papers, the installments were then bound and sold as a novel. Some of the more famous books first published as a newspaper serial include A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens, Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson, War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells, A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemmingway, and The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux. In the tradition of great writers like Dickens, I would like to invite you back next week to read the first installment of Lisa’s Tall Tales and Serial Shorts.
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Drayton Riverfest Parade Seeks Entries Parade entries are being sought for the Drayton Riverfest/All Class Reunion Grand Parade on Saturday, July 16. People may pre-register if desired by calling or emailing the email below. Parade entrants will assemble in Drayton’s Schumacher Park beginning at 10:00 a.m., and the parade begins at 11:00 a.m.
Photos by Hilary Nowatzki.
Flag Burning Ceremony Conducted by the American Legion Post 98 By Hilary Nowatzki
It was an exciting Tuesday in Cavalier County. Not only was it election day, leaving everyone anxious about the results which started trickling in that evening, but it was also Flag Day. Flag Day was first established in 1777 when Congress declared the design of the American flag would have 13 red and white stripes, along with 13 stars in blue. The idea behind this layout was to represent a new constellation - symbolic to the conception of this new nation.
matter how talented a seamstress made the flag, it will inevitably become faded, dirty, frayed, or discolored. This is what Hiltner would describe as an ‘unserviceable flag’.
Since then, the nation’s flag has obviously had some changes, but it still represents the same pride and patriotism which Congress declared in 1777. With such great honor instilled in this piece of fabric, it must always be revered, even in its disposal.
The American Legion Post 98 is a drop-off location for these unserviceable flags. With a collection of these worn out flags in front of them, six Legion members in uniform stood in two lines of three facing one another and presented these flags with their last official honor. A prayer follows the honors. Hiltner then lights a small fire and drops the flags into the bright flames.
The term ‘flag burning’ may perk some ears, because it is usually done as a form of protest or hatred. A flag burning ceremony, done properly, is actually the most respectful way to lay a flag to rest. Leon Hiltner, of Langdon’s American Legion elaborates, “The American Legion Post 98, every now and then, has a flag disposal ceremony. What that entails is that we gather up or collect all the unserviceable flags people have given us throughout the community, and we burn them.” Proud Americans throughout this community display flags in front of their homes, on their cars, or on their tractors and farming equipment. No
“An unserviceable flag is one which is frayed, or worn, or discolored, and therefore does not properly display the colors of our country anymore, so then we'll hold this ceremony in order to dispose of them properly,” Hiltner explained.
“There will be bits and pieces of the flag which were unburned, and if being buried is a proper method of respectful disposal then that's what I will do,” Hiltner said. “I'll pull all the metal grommets out and recycle those but then bury the ashes.” It was cloudy and rainy for most of the morning, but Mother Nature cleared up just in time for the fires to stay lit. It was a somber forecast for a sobering event. The freedom and liberty represented in the red, white, and blue constellation is the reason why Americans are able to vote on this day.
Quilts of Valor Ceremony held in Milton
For more information, contact the Drayton Chamber line at 701-454FISH or email chamber@draytonND. com. Awards will be given for the best entries.
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Making multi-unit housing smoke free can reduce secondhand smoke exposure among children and non-smoking adults. Studies also indicate that these policies can help smokers quit and can reduce cleaning and repair costs for owners.
Cavalier County Senior Menu
Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon Monday, June 20 Hamburger Patty/Gravy/Mashed Potatoes/Creamed Peas/Muffin/Fruit
March 5 – Charles Spivey, Roseville, Minn. - $50 March 12 – Ken Myhre, Langdon - $50 March 19 – Linda Lill, Langdon - $50 March 26 – Bryan Karsky, Langdon - $50 April 2 - Mark Morrison, Cavalier - $50 April 9 - Jean Wilhelmi, Nekoma - $50 April 16 - Amber Meyer, St. Thomas - $50 April 23 - Susie Borgen, Langdon - $50 April 30 - Rachelle Fetsch, Langdon - $50
American Legion Post 98 thanks Amber Meyer for donating her winnings back to Post 98. The 2022-23 ticket sales are going well. If you wish to buy and haven’t been approached, call Leon Hiltner at 370-8986. Congratulations to this month’s winners. Post 98 appreciates your support.
Walhalla Area Chamber Recognizes Forestwood Inn, Chizzy’s By Borderland Press Staff
Members of the newly revived Walhalla Area Chamber of Commerce led festivities at two Walhalla businesses on Tuesday, including ribbon cuttings and awarding certificates of achievement. Chamber members got a tour of the newly renovated Forestwood Inn and C-Store owned by Alex and Vanessa Chaput. The Chaputs have made many updates in 2022, including new mattresses, bedding, flooring, and curtains in all guest rooms, updated electrical and new light fixtures in all guest rooms, new flooring in shared spaces, put new fireplaces in rooms, updated flooring in public bathroom,
and even added new alarm clocks to the rooms. They also gave the C-Store section fresh paint and updated signage. Renovations still to come include more fireplaces for rooms, main floor public space lighting, outdoor entertainment space, and a curtain in the breakfast room. Chamber members also held a ribbon cutting at the former Walhalla Inn, which is now under new ownership and management, and is now called “Chizzy’s.” Brad Chisholm is the former owner of Chizzy’s in Leroy and now operates Chizzy’s in Walhalla.
Wednesday, June 22 Sweet ‘n Sour Meatballs/Rice/Egg Rolls/Fruit Salad Thursday, June 23 Polish Sausage/Cheesy Hashbrowns/ Beets/Lemon Bread/Fruit Friday, June 24 Chicken Kiev/Wild Rice/Carrots/Fruit EBT/SNAP accepted. Full cost of a meal: $8.00. Suggested Donation: $5.50 for those over 60 years of age. Please contribute what you can. Those under 60 are required to pay the full cost of the meal. Menus are subject to change. Due to COVID-19 we have been experiencing shipping issues and food shortages.
Bismarck State College announces the Spring 2022 President's Honor Roll Bismarck State College announces the President's Honor Roll for the Spring 2022 semester.
A Quilts of Valor ceremony was conducted at the Milton American Legion on June 14, Flag Day. Pictured is Nancy Boe, quilt maker, Allen Myren and Bernie Goodman, quilt recipients and Vietnam veterans, Kathy Bernstrom, Northern Valley Quilts of Valor Group Leader and Joanne Geir-Watson, quilt maker.
American Legion Post 98 500 Club Winners
Tuesday, June 21 Turkey/Ham Wrap/Macaroni Salad/ Chips/Rhubarb Bread/Fruit
Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services is located at 211 8th Ave. in Langdon.
Photo by Sara Goodman.
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"Students named to the President's Honor Roll should be very proud of achieving this level of academic excellence. Not only does it represent their hard work this past semester, but it also opens the door to opportunities that will benefit them greatly moving forward," said Douglas J. Jensen, president of Bismarck State College. The following area students have maintained at least a 3.50 GPA on a 4.00 scale while enrolled in at least 12 semester hours of classes and qualify for the BSC President's Honor Roll. *Designates a 4.00 GPA Hayden Gibney, Walhalla, N.D. Raelyn Klindt, Langdon, N.D.
Langdon Baby Pool Fundraiser to Get Help from Flamingos By Nick Vorlage
The baby pool project in Langdon is underway. The baby pool has not been in use for eight years. The baby pool is expected to reopen this summer and expected to be a valuable asset to the community. “Census results really proved that this is going to be a good, well-used thing. Langdon is getting younger, especially with kids under the age of 5, and that trend is actually predicted to continue through the year 2040,” said Shannon Duerr, executive director of the Cavalier County Job Development Authority. She is also a committee member for the baby pool fundraising project. “We had to have enough for a down payment, and we actually have raised that already, so thank you Langdon. You guys have been really good, but we’re gonna have a couple fundraisers. We’re asking you to donate a little bit more because we still have a ways to go,” Duerr said.
Part of this fundraising will come as a pair of events scheduled for Thursday, June 23. The first is a family night out and family dance, which will run from 6-8 p.m. at Boyd Block. Also starting on June 23, a second fundraiser takes flight. “We are going to do a ‘flock a friend flamingo fundraiser’, So there’s gonna be a couple flocks of flamingos that will move around town for a donation to the pool. You can choose which yard they’re going to go to.” The signup forms for where the flocks will be landing will first be available at the Family Night Out. The flocks are expected to roost on yards for three days at a time, but Duerr said insurance for the prevention of large pink birds will also be available. The renovation process for the baby pool begins this week, with the project expected to be completed by the end of July.
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Jake’s Take on Sports By Jake Kulland
Speeding through summer... Again How bananas is it that as we write this column on June 15, we are already halfway through one of our cherished summer months? Soon it will be the Fourth of July, and then...well, let’s not think about that quite yet. There are many things happening this week, as things get jammed packed this time of year. Shrine All-Star Football game in Mayville June 18 June 18 is the date for this year’s North Dakota Shrine Bowl All-Star football game. This year it is being held at Mayville State University. There are no Langdon-Edmore-Munich players on the team this year, however, two North Border Eagles will be representing the area. Jaxen Johnson and Eli Bjornstad will be playing on the 9-Man East team. Four Cavalier players are also on the team: Brysen Cleem, Demetrius Avila, Caden DeMars, and Trevor Hinkle. Tornadoes coach Mitch Greenwood is listed as one of the coaches. The 11-Man game is first at 4:00 p.m. followed by the 9-Man game at 7:00. We wish all our area athletes the best of luck in Mayville. North Dakota State Clay Shooting Tournament is this weekend in Horace Something we haven’t talked about a lot in this space is the North Dakota Clay Target League. It has been a new program for our area but something that has been growing statewide. Munich High School took the reins a couple of years back and has really blossomed ever since with Langdon and Edmore kids joining in. Glenn Morstad, Rod Howatt, and Lynn Miller are the coaches of the team, and per the official program for the tournament, here are the 12 kids participat-
ing: Jacob Collier, Mike Entzi, Kaden Hoffman, Autumn Howatt, Madison Knoke, Tayler Lorenz, Victoria Matthews, Rebecca Morstad, Jace Rime, Parker Rime, Landon Schneider, and Levi Swanson. Approximately 65 schools have teams this year, and over 1,200 (!!) kids will be shooting in either trap or skeet shooting or both. Rolla, St. John, Grafton, Lakota, Devils Lake, and Rugby also have school teams. Parker and Jace finished first and second in their division last year. By all accounts, this sport has been beneficial in teaching kids gun safety and getting them involved in hunting. We wish them all the best of luck at the State Tournament in Horace, a suburb of West Fargo on June 17-18. Baseball Buddy Night coming for Langdon American Legion Baseball June 20 While it’s been a slow start for the Langdon Post 98 Red Sox American Legion Baseball team, their annual Buddy Night will happen June 20 at American Legion Field and Eagles Park. On that evening, kids from the Langdon T-Ball program will join the Legion players for warmups and will be announced with them for starting lineups. It’s something that the younger players look forward to and is great for growing the sport of baseball. That night, Langdon will host Midway-Minto with a first pitch at 5:30. After having a game with Grafton postponed, this will be the Red Sox’s home opener, so hopefully you can get out and enjoy the festivities, as full concessions will also be available.
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Langdon Post 98 Red Sox open season with 4-3 loss at Midway-Minto By Jake Kulland
Coming off a third-place finish in the State Class B High School Baseball Tournament in Fargo as the Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals, the Langdon Post 98 Red Sox American Legion Baseball team opened their 2022 campaign at Pat Mach Field in Minto on June 8. The Red Sox had an early 3-0 lead but ended up losing the game shockingly, 4-3. The Sox won the second five-inning game 11-0, in a game called by the 10-run rule after four innings. Langdon is 1-1 on the year, as their season picks up with their home opener June 15 versus Grafton then on the road at Park River on June 17. The Red Sox will host Midway-Minto on June 20 for Baseball Buddy Night with some members of the Langdon T-Ball program joining the Legion team for warmups and starting lineups. A busy week ahead also sees Langdon playing at Rolla on June 22 then participating in a tournament in Valley City June 24-26. Midway-Minto did not win a game the
entire high school baseball season when they hosted Langdon. The Red Sox got off to a great start, scoring three runs in the top of the first inning. Mason Romfo had a base hit to score Brady Regner followed by Jack Romfo scoring on a wild pitch, and Cooper Zimmer, who's back with the Red Sox after a year with the Mayville State University baseball program, hit a bloop single to score Romfo. Surprisingly, those would be the only runs Langdon would score the whole game; they left 11 runners on base in the contest. Zimmer was thrown out at home to end the first inning, and that seemed to energize M-M. They would tie the game on four hits in the bottom of the third inning off Red Sox starter Markus Kingzett. They scored an eventual winning run in the bottom of the fifth. Langdon had an opportunity to tie the game in the sixth, but a botched squeeze bunt play resulted in a double play. Jack Romfo hit a rocket to first that was caught in the seventh inning, then later the Sox had runners
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Langdon Country Club to host first annual Hockey Boosters Tourney June 23 The Langdon Country Club continues to churn out the tournaments in June and July. After the Langdon School District Foundation Tourney on June 18, a new tourney will happen on June 23. The Langdon Hockey Boosters will hold a string tournament that day with a tee off time of 2:00 p.m. All proceeds will go towards the Langdon Blades hockey program. For more information contact Logan Waslaski, and signup sheets are at the clubhouse at the LCC. “See ya!” next week!
Villa Lanes in Munich, N.D. had 14 women participate in the 2022 Women’s State Bowling in Mandan, N.D. Front Row: Kim Wirth, Rachel Stinkeoway, Gail Wirth, Becky Lukassen , Marianne Hall, Katie Kitsch, and Karen Feldner Back Row: Carrie Zimmer, Karleen Estenson, Becky Lewis, Lana Peebles, Julie Wass, Lois Tohm, and Katy Mosher
on first and second but could not tie the game. Zimmer and Mason Romfo each had three hits in the loss, and Kingzett struck out seven batters in four and a third innings pitched. Jack Romfo finished the game on the mound with three strikeouts. Will Schuster had two hits from Midway-Minto and got the win on the mound with two innings of relief, where he struck out four batters. In game two, Gage Goodman got the win with five Ks, while Cole Welsh had a bases-clearing triple. MIDWAY-MINTO 4, LANGDON 3 L --300 000 0 -- 3 9 2 MM -- 003 010 x -- 4 6 1 WP -- Will Schuster; LP -- Markus Kingzett Highlights -- L: Mason Romfo 3x4 RBI, Cooper Zimmer 3x4 RBI; MM: Schuster 2x2 RBI, Alex Gudajtes 2x3 RBI
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Thanks A belated thank you to the many people who helped make the Cavalier County Cancer Crusaders Spring rummage sale our best sale ever! The weather that week was absolutely horrible but somehow the donations showed up, the volunteers braved the weather to help unpack and set up and our shoppers arrived and seemed happy to shop and support the sale.....what an amazing week we had!
We could not have had a successful week without all of you. A BIG thank you to American Legion Post #98 for the use of their building for our sale location and all they do to help get set up for this event. The Borderland Press has been very supportive with publicity and sharing the word of what the Cancer Crusaders are all about and we are very grateful to them! The Crusaders are a non profit group and we are very excited that all funds earned stay in our area and that we are able to show support to cancer patients and their families in our community. A very special thank you to anyone who donated their time in any way to make the rummage sale a huge success! We will be holding another rummage sale in the fall so watch for more information later on. Thank You! Cavalier County Crusaders Kathy Muhs, President
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Dakota Gardener: Save Money on Lawn Care By Tom Kalb, NDSU Extension horticulturist
wrong with spending lots of money on your lawn if you want to. You don’t have to. Start with fertilization. The five-step fertilizer programs sold by some fertilizer companies and lawn care services are not required. You can have a quality lawn by fertilizing once or twice a year.
The prices of gas, groceries and nearly everything else are rising with no end in sight. Where can we save some money? Start with your lawn. Let me preface my comments by saying you can spend your money however you like. There is nothing
Fertilize your lawn around Labor Day. This is when fertilizer has its greatest impact because September is when turf roots grow. The key to a healthy turf is a vigorous root system. A fertilization around Memorial Day is also helpful but certainly is not required. As far as other times go, fertilizing your lawn before Memorial Day has little, if any long-term benefit for most lawns. Fertilizing in summer has very little benefit unless your lawn is
regularly irrigated. Don’t collect your clippings. Clippings contain nitrogen. Recycle the clippings on your lawn and you will be giving it a free fertilization every year. Free! Clippings also shade the soil, reducing the need for watering. Speaking of watering, residential water fees are rising in many communities. If you want to irrigate your lawn, make every drop count. You can reduce the loss of water from evaporation by irrigating in the morning and avoiding windy days. Water deeply, not frequently. Your turf roots will grow where the water is applied. It’s better to irrigate deeply once per week to promote the growth of a deep root system than to irrigate shallowly several times every week. If you really want to save money, don’t irrigate your lawn at all. It is okay to
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let your turf go dormant for a month or two in summer. The lawn will perk up when temperatures cool off in fall. You can keep your lawn greener for longer in summer if you mow tall. The taller your lawn, the cooler the soil will be. The taller your lawn, the deeper its roots naturally grow. That’s critical. You can save money on herbicides. Do you have some dandelions in your lawn? There is nothing wrong with that. We are all being brainwashed to think that a few flowers in the lawn are terrible. Dandelions are natural; poisonous herbicides are not. Show an innocent child a dandelion and they will tell you it is pretty. Children can be full of wisdom. If you want to kill weeds economically, do it when weeds are most vulnerable. This is in mid- to-late September. Sprays in spring and summer are much less effective. You can save more money on
herbicides by spot-spraying your weeds instead of spraying your entire lawn. Lastly, you can save money on aeration expenses. Don’t get me wrong; aeration is good. It loosens the soil and promotes root development. But aeration is a luxury in most cases. Unless your soil is compacted or full of thatch, it does not need aeration. Let’s sum it up. Fertilize and kill weeds in fall. Don’t collect clippings. Mow tall. Irrigate infrequently/deeply or not at all. Limit aeration to only when absolutely needed. You just saved yourself a fistful of dollars and still have an attractive lawn. For more information about gardening, contact your local NDSU Extension agent. Find the Extension office for your county at ndsu.edu/agriculture/ extension/county-extension-offices.
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2021 Annual Drinking Quality Report - Northeast Regional Water District 13532 Hwy. 5 W., Cavalier, ND 58220-9545 | Phone: 701-265-8503 | Fax: 701-265-4280 | www.NortheastRegionalWater.com We’re pleased to present to you the 2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report is designed to inform you about the safe, clean water we deliver to you every day. Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality of your water. Northeast Regional Water District (NRWD) purchases its water from the city of Devils Lake water treatment plant and also supplies approximately 60.69 percent from the NRWD’s groundwater source in the Icelandic Aquifer west of Cavalier. The North Dakota Department of Health has prepared a Source Water Assessment for the city of Devils Lake and NRWD. This information will be made available at the respective offices during normal business hours. The city of Devils Lake and NRWD participate in the wellhead protection program, and copies of the wellhead protection plan are available from the city of Devils Lake and NRWD offices during normal business hours. Information of Devils Lake Source Water Assessment can be obtained from the city of Devils Lake, contact Joel Myhro, public works superintendent. Our public water system, in cooperation with the North Dakota Department of Health, has completed the delineation and contaminant/land use inventory elements of the North Dakota Source Water Protection Program. Based on the information from these elements, the North Dakota Department of Health has determined that Devils Lake’s groundwater source from the Spiritwood Aquifer near Tolna is “moderately susceptible” to potential contaminants and the Icelandic Aquifer west of Cavalier groundwater source is “susceptible” to potential contaminants. However, NRWD’s board of directors has taken an aggressive position toward protecting the quality of the water source in the Icelandic Aquifer, particularly because of the fragile, leachable sands in this area. Within recent years, the district has purchased approximately 1,800 acres of land to establish a wellhead protection area around the production wells. Much research had been done to determine groundwater movement, annual recharge over the well field, and generally restricting the land to only “water-friendly” uses. In addition, restricted covenants with some area
landowners have been entered into, whereas, those landowners agree to only “water-friendly” land use practices. The boundaries of the land purchased were determined on the basis of direction of groundwater movement and the zone of influence of each production well. Northeast Regional Water District is pleased to report that our drinking water is safe and meets federal and state requirements. This report shows our water quality and what it means. If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water utility, please contact Jeremy Schuler, Manager, at 701265-8503. We want our valued customers to be informed about their water utility. If you want to learn more, please attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. They are held on the last Thursday of each month at 8 a.m. at the Northeast Rural Water District Langdon Branch or Cavalier Branch office. If you are aware of non-English speaking individuals who need help with the appropriate language translation, please call Jeremy at the number listed above. Northeast Regional Water District would appreciate it if large volume water customers would please post copies of the Annual Drinking Water Quality Report in conspicuous locations or distribute them to tenants, residents, patients, students, and/or employees, so individuals who consume the water, but do not receive a water bill, can learn about our water system. Northeast Regional Water District routinely monitors for contaminants in your drinking water according to federal and state laws. The following table shows the results of our monitoring for the period of Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2021. As authorized and approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the state has reduced monitoring re-
quirements for certain contaminants to less often than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. Some of our data [e.g., for inorganic contaminants], though representative, is more than one year old. The sources of drinking water (both tap and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or
through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.
Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban stormwater, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil production, mining, or farming. Pesticides and herbicides, which come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are byproducts of
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industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production, and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. In the tables on pages 3 thru 5 you will find many terms and abbreviations with which you might not be familiar. To help you better understand these terms, we’ve provided the following definitions: Not Applicable (N/A) Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/L) - one part per million corresponds to one minute in two years or a single penny in $10,000. Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter (μg/L) - one part per billion corresponds to one minute in 2,000 years, or a single penny in $10 million. Picocuries per liter (pCi/l) - picocuries per liter is a measure of the radioactivity in water. Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU) nephelometric turbidity unit is a measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person. Action Level (AL) - the concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Treatment Technique (TT) - a treatment technique is a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water. Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) the “Maximum Allowed” (MCL) is the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
indicate that the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800426-4791). MCLs are set at very stringent levels. To understand the possible health effects described for many regulated contaminants, a person would have to drink two liters of water every day at the MCL level for a lifetime to have a one in-a-million chance of having the described health effect.
gone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants, can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbiological contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).
of materials used in plumbing components. Use water from the cold tap for drinking and cooking. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your drinking water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe
Water Operators - Cavalier, Langdon - Jeremy Schuler, Manager Wayne Waltz, Operations Manager Jeff Harildstad, Operations Manager Corban Gage, Water Operator Tyler Hannesson, Water Operator Steven Kartes, Water Operator Jonathan Einarson, Water Operator
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) - the “Goal” (MCLG) is the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL) – the highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG) – the level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. EPA requires monitoring of over 80 drinking water contaminants. Those contaminants listed in the tables above are the only contaminants detected in your drinking water. Unregulated contaminants are those for which the EPA has not established drinking water standards. The purpose of unregulated contaminant monitoring is to assist the EPA in determining the occurrence of unregulated contaminants in drinking water and whether future regulation is warranted. Your water system monitors for a number of unregulated organic contaminants, which could indicate a contamination of the water supply from a pesticide or petroleum spill or leak. We’re proud that your drinking water meets or exceeds all federal and state requirements. We have learned through our monitoring and testing that some contaminants have been detected. The EPA has determined that your water IS SAFE at these levels. Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily
works diligently to provide top quality water to every tap. We ask that all our customers help us protect our water sources, which are the heart of our community, our way of life, and our children’s future. Northeast Regional Water District is an equal opportunity employer.
Nitrates: As a precaution, we notify physicians and health care providers in this area if there is ever a higher than normal level of nitrates in the water supply. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno compromised persons, such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have under-
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant woman and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Northeast Regional Water District is responsible for providing high quality drinking water but cannot control the variety
Drinking Water Hotline or at www. epa.gov/safewater/lead. Tampering with a public water system is a federal offense. Report suspicious activity to local law enforcement immediately. Please call Jeremy Schuler, Manager, Northeast Regional Water District, at 701-265-8503 if you have questions concerning your water system. Northeast Regional Water District
Obituaries/Church
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years until her retirement in 2007. Delores was very involved in the United Methodist Church in Walnut Creek and held just about every committee position including Lay Worship Leader, Finance Chair, and Pastor Parish Chair. She organized and attended the Wesley Women retreat for over 30 years.
Delores M. Short A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022, at 2:00 pm at Soper Cemetery, near Fairdale, N.D., for Delores M. Short, 85, of Concord, Calif., who passed away March 1, 2021, after losing a struggle with pancreatic cancer. A reception will be held at the Pain Reliever in Nekoma, N.D., following the service. Delores M. Prince was born in Nekoma, N.D., on January 3, 1936, to John W. Prince and Bertha A. (Haugen) Prince. She grew up in Nekoma and moved to Grand Forks after high school to attend business college. She met her future husband, Harry W. Short, on a blind date set up by her roommate. They were married in June 1958 prior to Harry being drafted into the U.S. Army in October 1958. After Harry was discharged in September 1960, they moved to Oregon and later to California. They left California in May 1970 and moved wherever Harry’s geology field work took them. They came back to California and settled in their home in Concord in July 1974. Delores put her business college degree to work in many office jobs throughout the years including Gallo Winery and Western Electric; her final job was an office manager for WDC Corp. in Walnut Creek, Cali., for 25
Delores is survived by her son, Mark W. Short of Concord, Cali.. She will be remembered by many wonderful family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Hannah J. (Prince) Paulson, of Fargo, N.D.; and her husband of 57 years, Harry W. Short, until his passing on March 1, 2016. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022, at 2:00 pm at Soper Cemetery, 112th Avenue NE near Fairdale, N.D. The Reverend Robert Blackburn will officiate. A reception will be held at the Pain Reliever, 212 Main Street in Nekoma following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations in Delores’s memory can be made to the Salvation Army (https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/ways-to-give/) Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon, ND, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available at www. brooksfuneralhomelangdon.com .
a b Lucille Mary Konze Lucille Mary Konze, 78, of Deming, NM and formerly of Grand Forks, ND passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2022 at her winter home in Deming. Lucille Mary Hoffarth was born on September 17, 1943 in Langdon, ND the daughter of Anthony and Lavina (Schneider) Hoffarth. Lucille spent her summers at Lake of the Woods in Minnesota and her winters in Deming
NM. While at the lake, she enjoyed gardening, feeding birds and watching birds, making jam and visiting with her friends. While living in New Mexico, she enjoyed playing cards and bingo with her friends.
From the Pastor’s Desk : The Bill has been Paid By Pastor Sue Mackey
weekend in jail. Those are the rules, and I can't change the rules." Tearing up, she spoke in a small voice, "Isn't there something you can do? I can't pay it, but I don't want to get locked up. Have mercy on me."
Lucille was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Lucille is survived by her loving husband, of 57 years, James Konze; her daughters, Julie (Jon) Lemar, Jennifer (John) Butler, granddaughters, Brianna Lemar and Ashley Lemar; grandsons, Brennan (Jenna) Lemar and Jacob Butler; a great-grandson, Riley Byars and brothers, Gerald Hoffarth and Cy Hoffarth. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Lavina Hoffarth; sisters. Kathleen Delvo, Del Westacot, Verna Demes and brothers, Floyd Hoffarth, Daniel Hoffarth. At Lucille's request, she was cremated. Memorial Service and Celebration of Life: Memorial Service will be at Calvary Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow at the Hampton Inn and Suites, 2985 S. 42nd St. from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2022, in Grand Forks, ND. The online memorial registry may be signed at www.normanfuneral.com (The Historic Norman Funeral Home, Grand Forks, ND)
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READ: Romans 5:1-5 “Now that we have been put right with God through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. (5:1) The Christian word for being put right with God is “justification.” Justification is a pardon from the death penalty. It's like sitting in the electric chair and having the phone ring five seconds before the switch is to be thrown. The message comes over the phone that you have been pardoned; you are free to walk out of prison. That would be something to celebrate! If that happened to you, you wouldn't just yawn and say, "That's nice." Not when you were in the electric chair! We ought to be celebrating the fact that we have been justified because of Christ's death. Justified by grace - a force that can stop the cycle of sin and give us a fresh start. Maybe this story can better explain it: A young lady one day was speeding through a small Georgia town, traveling 70 mph in a 55mph speed zone. The police pulled her over and wrote her a ticket that would cost her $100. She didn't have the money to pay it and ended up having to go to court over the ticket. In the courtroom, the judge said, "You were found guilty of going 70 miles an hour in a 55-mile speed zone. You have to pay $100." The young lady said, "I'm guilty, but I can't pay it. I don't have $100." "Well, if you don't pay the ticket, we'll have to lock you up for the weekend." "I can't pay the ticket, but I don't want to go to jail. Can you please just have mercy on me?" The judge matter-of-factly replied, "I can't change the law. The law says that you have to pay $100, or you have to spend the
The judge looked down on her, pushed his chair back from the bench, zipped down his robe, and took it off. He went over to the side, picked up his jacket and put it on. He walked down and stood beside the girl, reached in his wallet, and brought out a $100 bill. He put the bill on the bench, took off his jacket, then went over and picked up his robe. He zipped his robe and got back behind his bench. "Young lady, you've been found guilty of going 70 miles an hour in a 55-mph speed zone. The law is the law. I can't change it; the law says you must pay $100 or spend the weekend in jail. Ah! But I see somebody else has already paid the price." God saw us speeding down the highway of sin. He zipped down the robe of His divinity and put on the jacket of humanity. He came down, died on the cross, and paid the price that you and I could not pay. He picked up the tab, rose from the dead, zipped up his glorified body, and ascended up to heaven. The good news of the gospel is that a bill we could not pay has already been paid. It has been paid by God in the person of Jesus Christ. What GREAT good news! Pastor Sue Mackey is a native North Dakotan and an ordained United Methodist minister. In her 43-year career, she has served United Methodist, UCC, and Lutheran congregations in the area, and now serves the Langdon Presbyterian Church (since 2012). She lives in rural Hampden, has 2 sons and (currently) 5 grandchildren. An avid reader, she also enjoys playing baritone horn in the Devils Lake Elks Band.
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SUMMONS STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA COUNTY OF CAVALIER IN DISTRICT COURT NORTHEAST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Lance Schill, Plaintiffs, vs. SUMMONS Jon Norwood, Pat Norwood a/k/a Patricia Norwood, SWS Credit Services Inc., and such other persons known and unknown who may claim an interest in the property described herein, Defendants. THE STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS:: You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the Complaint in this action, which is herewith served upon you, by serving upon the undersigned an Answer or other proper response within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons upon you. exclusive of the day of service. If you fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM The substance of this action is to Quiet Title in the above-named Plaintiffs, in the following described real property: Lot Sixteen (16), Block One (1), R. H. Chaput's Third Addition to the City of Langdon, Cavalier County, North Dakota, according to the Plat thereof, recorded in Book PA page 159/160, and Certificates of Correction thereof, 1 in Book M-38 page 618 and M-38 page 620, on file in the office of the County Recorder within and for Cavalier County, North Dakota. Dated this the 7th day of May, 2022. R. Scott Stewart - I.D. 3691 Attorney for the Plaintiffs R. Scott Stewart PC 306 --9th Avenue -P.O, Box 151 Langdon, ND 58249-0151 T(701) 256-2851 F (701) 256-2852
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF CAVALIER COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA In the Matter of the Estate of Martin McNurlin, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS [91] NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within three months after the date of the first publication or mailing of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be presented to Katherine McNurlin, Personal Representative of the estate, at PO Box 156, Munich, ND 58352, or filed with the Court. Dated this 20th day of May, 2022. Katherine McNurlin Katherine McNurlin, Personal Representative PO Box 156 Munich, ND 58352 Tom Nikolaisen, Jr. BULIE-NIKOLAISEN LAW, PLLC 418 Main Street PO Box 805 Cando, ND 58324 Attorney for the Estate First publication on the day of June 17, 2022.
Public Notices/Meeting Minutes
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Langdon City Commission | Regular Meeting June 13rd 2022, at 6:00 p.m.
Members present Lawrence Henry, Jim Rademacher, and Susan Fay Crockett. Also, present Tom Beauchamp, Chelsea Garber, Gary Bimler, Cory Hoffarth, Jeremy Schuler, Shannon Duerr, Val Olson, Quentin Wenzel – City Attorney and Jenny Vikan. L. Henry called the meeting to order and led everyone into the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of Minutes: J. Rademacher made the motion to approve the minutes from the regular meeting on May 23rd seconded by S. Crockett. Motion carries. Additions to Agenda: Correspondence: Department Reports: Street: they have been filling and patching holes also mowing. Talked with Andrew last week and noticed some cracks on 12th Ave. Dakota Fence will be here next week. Street repairs are still on schedule Fire Department: No report. Water and Sewer Department: On going activity Jason is attending to. Continue to address things that take place. Sanitation Department: Clean up week last everything is going as
should. Activity Center: Health Fair next week. They got the batting cage today. There are some wedding and birthday parties scheduled for this month. Police Department: Greg is using radar system. This was on 9th St the speed limit is 15mph and the average that was clocked is 13mph Auditors Report: Unfinished Business: Condemnable Properties: Letters will be sent certified June 14, 2022. Notice will be posted on building June 15th, 2022. They have until July 15th, 2022 to repair or demolish structure on property if no changes by 7/15/22 Building inspector will notify City Commission as weather they have did what they are supposed to do.
made motion to approve 2nd by J. Rademacher. JDA request: request for $2,000 for Music Fest. S. Crockett made motion to approve request 2nd by J. Rademacher. Building Permits: #5262 Jeff Howatt, #5263 Carole Schneider #5264 Dale Plummer, #5265 Jesse Johnson, #5266 Mike Schrader, #5267 Lonnie Bartlette, #5268 Kensi Breyer, #5269 Kathy Borgen, #5270 Wade Witzel, #5271 David Zeis, #5272 Jill Stremick, #5273 Richard Deibert, #5274 Kathy Uhrich, #5275 Donna Gellner. J. Rademacher made motion to approve all building permits 2nd by S. Crockett motion Carries. Resident present had brought up some concern about garbage, lift station and sewar system.
New Business: Fire hydrant at Calvary Cemetery: some repairs need to be done. Cory Hoffarth, Jeremy Schuler, Jason Busse and Susan Crockett will get together to go over plans. Ordinance will be made to address cemeteries in city limits. Fireworks Permits: S. Crockett
Borderland Press $48.75 Quality Printing $191.50 Langdon Hardware $852.35 ND Rural Water Systems $25.00 Moore Engineering $3,736.18 Interstate Power Systems $45.23 Advanced Business Methods $233.00 Dahl Trucking $2,043.85
Northern Plains Tree Service $475.00 Mikkelson Brothers Const. $2,757.50 Mar Kit Landfill $3,500.50 Verzion Wireless $350.73 Power Plan $26,497.26 Ottertail $6,261.72 Midco $134.46 Langdon Building Center $8,851.08 Ferguson Water Works $698.84 Farmers Union $2,491.42 Dacotah Paper $610.56 Cavalier Rural Electric $1,113.60 Valli $1,434.53 Waste Management $13,977.49 United Communictions $1,179.52 Schill Construction $987.50 Review and Approval of Bills: J. Rademacher made motion to approve all bills seconded by S. Crockett. Motion Carries. Adjourn: J. Rademacher moved to adjourn the meeting. Lawrence Henry, Vice President Jenny Vikan, Deputy Auditor
Langdon City Park Photos by Larry Stokke.
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Cont’d. From Page 1 - Introducing Prairie Lark Farms She said that they’re pretty, but they go down the drain and then they don’t decompose. Ruth also explained that butterfat content plays into the creamy texture of her soap bars. Because the butter fat in goat’s milk is higher than in cow’s milk, the fat content is like what you would think of as a cream. The (goat) milk has smaller fat globules and different things like that, and all of that stuff actually does have an impact. “Goat milk is very good at calming your skin. One reason it’s considered such a ‘supermilk’ is because it’s so high in vitamin A, so high in magnesium, and so high in copper, and it’s just very good at soothing and hydrating our skin in a way that, even though there are a lot of other great milks, including plant milk, they just don’t have all the same things in them at the same time like goat milk does.” In order to preserve as many nutrients and minerals as possible, Ruth utilizes a cold pasteurization process rather than a heated one. Hot pasteurization kills a lot of the things that are really good, though, so Ruth prefers to freeze her milk before she creates the soap to preserve as many vitamins, minerals, and fat globules
as possible. Staying true to her passion for all natural products, Ruth has taken a different approach to adding color to her soap. “A lot of people will put mica powder in there, which is considered natural, but it is actually made in a lab, and that’s what they use to give those really pretty bright colors in their soap and stuff, but I actually will not use any of that because they don't actually do anything positive for you,” Ruth explained. “It’s just something else people’s skin could have a sensitivity to.” Instead, Ruth uses various clays to add color to her soap. She will also utilize spirulina for color, which is an algae that is also an anti-inflammatory. All of Ruth’s hard work, dedication, and research have paid off with the official opening of ‘Prairie Lark Farm’ which took place in March of this year. A lot has happened since Mike and Ruth lived at their house with three acres. Now the duo, along with their six children, have found their dream property. The three acres have been upgraded to more than 13 acres lo-
Cont’d. From Page 1 - Magic of Munich Teacher much bigger schools, different from aside one day during the winter when Hill who teaches in a smaller school she and class paraprofessional Lisa that has pre-K through grade 12. Meyer transform their classroom into the Titanic, and they become characWhat about that essay that Hill wrote? ters. Hill dresses up as Captain EdWhat did Hill write about that led Dis- ward Smith, and the students dress ney to reward her with a trip and a us as first-class passengers. great adventure. It starts with a boarding ceremony in “I have been known to take the 6th the hallway in front of all of the elegraders on the Titanic,” Hill said in a mentary students. Each student’s matter of fact manner, explaining why name is announced upon boarding she believes she was selected. the maiden voyage of the Titanic. For the past few years, Hill has set
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cated west of Dresden, N.D., with farm animals abound. Of course, Ruth is now able to have more goats, which tickles her pink… maybe as pink as the nine piglets which were farrowed (or born/delivered) on her farm just last month! Although the family is settled in and happy at their new location, the journey there consisted of a few dark chapters. Ruth and Mike both have had near-death experiences; Ruth nearly lost her life after the birth of one of her children, and Mike was in a near-death collision with a semi truck in 2017. These dark experiences could have caused the family to crumble, but instead they are now stronger than ever.
educational references like how pigs are seen as dirty animals but are, in reality, quite clean, tidy, and smart. She will also discuss things such as traits of specific breeds of animals and why. Ruth has educated herself incredibly well, and this plethora of knowledge is paying off as customers are trying her products. Ruth is offering her products at Infinity Nails and True Beauty in Langdon. She has a feature on her website where you are able to pay with a debit or credit card while you are in the store and walk out with the items you purchased. You can also pay in cash on site.
They realized that tomorrow isn’t guaranteed which means dreams should be pursued now, not later. Creating homemade soap recipes to help others has been Ruth’s dream for awhile, and she decided she wasn’t putting it off any longer.
Selling online is an idea that has been pitched to Ruth several times. She has a lovely and informative website her customers can utilize to pay for products with a card, but as of now, Ruth is not selling and shipping her products through her website. Her reasoning revolves around two primary principles: she wants to maintain high quality products, and she wants to provide for her small community, not for strangers around the world.
Ruth never misses an opportunity to share her knowledge with others. Along with her adorable posts about each of her animals, she will insert
Ruth hails from a small town herself, and her passion is for small communities. She realizes that locals do not have quick access to many specialty
“We had to decide that we had to live life,” Ruth stated.
products like her soaps, lotions, bath bombs, bath detoxes, and lip balm, therefore it is of paramount importance that she focuses on perfecting her products for her target audience. “I'm not as interested in sending it out all over to people I don't know; I'm more interested in providing it in North Dakota.” While she was trying to name her farm and company, Ruth stated, “I want it to embody where we came from when I started this, and I wanted it to symbolize hope, healing, positivity, and strength, along with helping others.” She soon found the meadowlark which is a symbol of hope and positivity and is also the state bird of North Dakota. An old wives’ tale says that if one crosses your path, it’s supposed to symbolize that hard times are over with and better things lie ahead. Ruth’s logo has a meadowlark posted on a fence with cucumber vines winding through the pieces of wood. One must have crossed her path recently, because there seems to be nothing but great things which lie ahead for Ruth, her family, and Prairie Lark Farms.
journey, and they learn throughout the day,” Hill said. “At the end of the day, they get into the lifeboats, and I go down with the ship.” Now you can see what Disney saw in Hill and the work she does in her classroom through imagination-powered learning, which Disney said is at the core of the Disney Imagination Campus. Hill is inspiring the next generation of creative thinkers, and in the process, she is being inspired as well.
Clouds over Langdon. Photo by Halle Sanders.
Summer Fun
26th ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE RIDE in Held in Cavalier - N.D.’s Largest Motorcycle Event By Halle Sanders “We’ve had people from the East Coast that heard about it somehow and they were making a trek across the country so they decided to make a stop,” Berry said. “It gets to be a pretty big deal. I mean we’ve got thousands of people that come through the area throughout the weekend. That Saturday group run we’ve had probably close to 500 bikes on that ride. It is a sight. It’s just a giant parade of rumbling motorcycles.”
The area’s hottest motorcycle event will roll into town for Father’s Day weekend. “We’re a group of fifteen that plan this whole shin-dig!” said Chris Berry, a committee member with the ride in. Berry is also an employee of Birchwood Chevrolet and said she is excited for this upcoming event, “The Ride In was initially started as a retail promotion back in 1997 to help bring people to Cavalier and show off the local businesses that we have.” But the event flourished beyond what anyone imagined. “Ultimately it grew beyond the scope of a couple people planning it,” Berry said. “Our focus really is still to bring people to the Rendezvous Region and experience all that we have as well as showcasing the local businesses in Cavalier.” This event not only provides an array of entertainment but also an opportunity for local businesses to rake in an abundance of new customers. Berry expanded on the significance the event has for these businesses, “For our community the ride in is a very important event for some of our businesses. It’s the biggest sales weekend that they have just cause there’s so many people coming into the area and seeing what’s available. In addition to the food vendors and the merchandise vendors that come as well.” The Ride In also gives participants the opportunity to give back to others, adding a charitable portion of the programming with a raffle. The group donates the proceeds of the raffle ticket sales to a choice charity and this year that charity is Make a Wish of North Dakota.
biggest amount donated to a charity: a $10,000 donation, also made to Make a Wish of North Dakota. For the raffle, the third place prize is $500 in cash, while the 2nd place prize is $1,000. The ultimate raffle grand prize is a 2022 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse motorcycle from Wheels, Inc. of Fargo, N.D. All interested participants will want to hurry to grab a ticket, as there are only 2,000 tickets printed. A raffle ticket is $20 and you do not have to be present to win a prize. However, to collect the grand prize taxes and license fees must be up to date. The Ride In will have three bands playing all weekend long as well as the fan favorite group run.
“Saturday we have our big group run. So everybody lines up, kickstands up So far last year’s donation was the at 10:00 a.m., I believe, and we have
Cavalier Motorcycle Ride In, 2019. Photo by PJ Cole Photography.
a specific route that we take,” Berry said. “This year we are starting in Gardar and in Langdon. People enjoy what’s available there. Our goal with that ride is just to have people go where they’ve never gone before, and do it with people they know and places they don’t.”
If you are interested in participating in this impressive event and wish to know more you can visit the Ride In Facebook page: “Cavalier Motorcycle Ride In.” If you're not a Facebook user hop onto your computer and check out the event website, cavaliermotorcycleridein.com. Berry said she and the committee are especially excited to welcome Canadians back to the event. With COVID restrictions beginning to ease, the Ride In can expect participants from all over the country.
Cavalier Motorcycle Ride In, 2021. Photo by PJ Cole Photography.
Weekend Guide
Friday, June 17 10:00 a.m. Registration Opens in the NAPA Parking Lot 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Scavenger Hunt Fun Run 8:00 p.m. Chinese Auction - must be present to win 8:00 p.m. - Midnight Free Street Dance featuring Kissing Company Saturday, June 18 8:30 a.m. Registration Opens in the NAPA Parking Lot, Music By Dean Willits, Dice Shake at the Registration Table 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Fun Run 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Live Music feat. Classic Rock Redemption 12:00 p.m. Extreme Yamaha Experience featuring Twinstunts 2:00 p.m. Extreme Yamaha Experience featuring Twinstunts 4:00 p.m. Extreme Yamaha Experience featuring Twinstunts 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Biker Games & Competitions 6:00 p.m. Motorcycle Raffle Drawing and Live Auction 8:00 p.m. - Midnight Free Street Dance featuring Back For More Sunday, June 19 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
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A Tennesseans’s First Winter in North Dakota moved to a different country. This was my first full Borderland winter, and Mother Nature broke me in well. I suppose if I survived this one I’m definitely not ‘riff-raff’ status anymore though, right? Deep down, I always knew summer would shine at some point. Memories dapple my past of visits to Langdon every few years since I was a child. I still have the children’s size small sweatshirt with puppies on it that says “Someone in Langdon, ND loves me” to prove it, which Ole and Marge Nowatzki, my grandparents, bought me. Sometime in my teenage years I began visiting more regularly in July, my birthday month, and fields bursting with the most vivid yellow, my favorite color, on the flattest land I had ever seen in my life, would submerge my eyes and mind in warmth. The views were one of my favorite birthday gifts.
Hilary and Luna.
Folks around here would promise me - over and over again - that summer actually did exist. They apologized incessantly about the feet upon feet of snow which resided as far as the eye could see. When I was first assigned this ‘Summer Fun’ project,
I’m pretty sure it snowed a few days later and flooding ensued for the weeks to follow. I can’t count the number of times I would wake up and look out at the white and ask my fiance if we had
moving. We’ve seen every inland state and nearly every major city in this beautiful nation together. We lived a minimalist lifestyle and resided in our truck for the majority of that time. My father jokes that we’ve gone ‘feral’ but luckily I’ve held on to my writing abilities! Re-domesticating ourselves has been a journey, but I don’t think we could’ve found a better place to finally settle in. For the first time in my life I’ve put a garden out. I just had to try the N.D. soil out for myself after all of the agricultural interviews I’ve done! I never expected to find myself writing for a newspaper within four months of living here but it has been the best fit I could have asked for. The Borderland Press has been a blessing to me. With all of the interviews and community
out-reach, I’ve not only gotten to know so much about this beautiful area but I’ve been able to make some amazing friends and acquaintances. I’ve now learned about all of the amazing events my family and I can enjoy this summer as well! The Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains of Appalachia (Ap-pa-lahcha NOT Appa-lay-sha, and those are fighting words) will always be home to me, but I'm certainly starting to plant roots in the Borderlands. I’m looking forward to basking in the sunshine at some of the places listed in this guide, and I hope you are too!
Hilary Nowatzki Hilary Nowatzki Summer Fun Guide Editor
I decided that dappled visits weren’t enough in September of last year. I was involved in an unfortunate accident that left my entire right leg and left ankle crushed in July. My fiance, Phillip May, and I decided to move here to Langdon to be near my paternal side of the family for support as I recovered. I’ve loved every minute I’ve gotten to spend with them and the opportunity to learn about this side of my heritage and this beautiful community. Phillip and I were team semi truck drivers for two and a half years before
Home. The Great Smokey Mountains.
PEMBINA • DRAYTON • WALHALLA • LANGDON• GRAFTON • CAVALIER • SVOLD • MUNICH • DEVILS LAKE • HAMILTON • LANCASTER • HALLOCK • ROLLA
JUNE Calendar of Events All Summer Cavalier County Museum at Dresden - open for the season. Hours 1-5 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
June 17 and 18, Friday and Saturday Cavalier Motorcycle Ride In - 701-265-8188 cavmri@gmail.com www. cavaliermotorcycleridein.com June 18 and 19, Saturday and Sunday St. Thomas Daze, St Thomas, N.D. June 19, Sunday - Annual Father’s Day Breakfast at the Cavalier County Museum at Dresden, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 21, Tuesday and June 28, Tuesday Summer Reading Program, 1 p.m. at Walhalla Public Library June 22, Wednesday Munich vs Langdon Alumni Softball Game. Concessions open at 7 p.m., game starts at 8 p.m. June 22-26, Wednesday-Sunday Lancaster Heritage Days, Lancaster, Minn. - Farm Town Rodeo Friday and Saturday. Full list of events at www.lancastermn.org. June 22-26, Wednesday-Sunday 2022 SummerFest, Grafton - Full schedule at Facebook page “Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce/DMV” and watch www.graftonevents.com. June 23, Thursday Growing Hope in Pembina County Golf Tournament and Dinner (Mexican Fiesta). 9:30 a.m., Cavalier Country Club. Call Brenda to register at 701265-2721. June 23, Thursday Langdon’s Baby Pool Fundraiser at Boyd Block June 24, Friday Ribfest, Grafton - Facebook Events “Grafton’s RibFest 2022” June 25, Saturday Third annual Walhalla Demolition Derby, 128 Dr NE, Walhalla, N.D. 58282 at 1 p.m. Full-size and herby classes. $8,000 purse based on 15 cars per class, the more cars, the more money. Early parking is available for an additional $50 per vehicle. Ages five and under is free, six to 11 is $7, and 12 and up are $12. General admission gates open 11:30 a.m., derby starts at 1 p.m. Car inspections are from 9:30am till 12:30pm, $100 entry fee includes car, driver, and 1 pit crew member. https:// www.facebook.com/events/1064392877739076 June 25, Saturday Walhalla - 3rd Annual Demolition Derby AT 1 p.m., 3rd annual Walhalla Demolition Derby, 128 Dr NE, Walhalla, N.D. 58282. Walhalla Demolition Derby Association is proud to announce its 3rd annual demolition derby. Full-size and herby classes. $8,000 purse based on 15 cars per class, the more cars, the more money. Early parking is available for an additional $50 per vehicle. 5 and under is free, 6 to 11 is $7, and 12 and up are $12. General admission gates open 11:30am, derby starts at 1pm. Car inspections are from 9:30am till 12:30pm, $100 entry fee includes car, driver, and 1 pit crew member. https://www.facebook. com/events/1064392877739076 June 25-July 31 Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays Frost Fire Summer Theatre, Frost Fire Park in the Pembina Gorge. “The Sound of Music.” www.frostfirepark.org or 701549-3602 for tickets. Follow on Facebook at Frost Fire Summer Theatre. June 30-July 4, Thursday-Tuesday The Mighty Thomas Carnival at City Plaza in Devils Lake. Enjoy rides, games, food, and good old-fashioned fun. Contact Amanda with questions at 701-840-1597. June 30-July 2, Thursday-Saturday Rolla RagTop
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Langdon’s Family Night Out & Baby Pool Fundraiser at Boyd Block By Hilary Nowatzki
Although Langdon has had a wonderful public pool which provides public swimming, aquatic exercise, and children’s swim classes, there was once a baby pool. A baby pool is simply a shallow pool which makes playing in the water much safer for the little ones. It’s been over 4 years since the city has had a fully functioning baby pool and Roxanne Hoffarth, Langdon’s City Auditor, is hoping that donations can assist in the process. Due to the baby boom of 2016 and 2017, the return of many young Langdoners, along with an increase in overall younger residents, this pool would be a much used amenity for the community. Hoffarth stated, “We’re very fortunate
that these young families have moved back here to live and they’re all kids that grew up here, that’s what’s really cool.” On June 23 there will be a Baby Pool Fundraiser at Boyd Block in Langdon which Hoffarth believes would be a much needed addition to the city. “We have a lot of kids in our town and a lot of younger couples moving back and the pool is utilized by all those little kids and we haven’t had an operating baby pool for at least four years,” she stated. Not only is Hoffarth the city auditor, but she’s also a DJ in her spare time. So at the fundraising event DJ Roxanne will be throwing on some sweet
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jams from her booth for the public to enjoy. It’ll be even better with the acoustics which the walls around Boyd Block provide, and there will be plenty of food to go along with the festivities. Dancing is highly encouraged! There is no fee for this event but free will donations will be collected to assist in Langdon’s much needed baby pool construction. The committee will be grilling donated burgers and hot dogs, along with some fixin’s and hopefully popcorn. Hank’s Ice Cream Shop will only be a few strides from Boyd Block and will be serving all their usual cold tasty treats to give attendees a break from the summer heat. The chamber has been hoping to receive grant money but have been unable to so far. Jordan Braunberger is the Park Board member who oversees the portfolio and pool. Right before the publication of this article, Braunberger received some wonderful news! He stated, “The company doing the baby pool renovation called me last week and said they had an immediate opening to start the baby pool project! And the board met last night [June 6] and unanimously approved the go
ahead to get it started! The work begins next Monday! (The demolition of the current baby pool could begin by the end of the week or weekend [June 10-12] since it will be handled locally) It is likely to be done by end of July and able to be used still this summer!! We don’t have all the money raised yet but the company is allowing us more time to continue to raise the funds.” “I really have a lot of respect for this town and I love what we’re doing and I think we’re progressing,” Hoffarth stated. And Braunberger’s news is a testament to that progress. Hoffarth herself couldn’t wait to get out of Langdon upon her graduation but upon reflection and time, she
said, “You know, the first thing we say when we graduate is I’m leaving this town but you know what - once you’re older and you’ve finished, you’re like - I wanna raise kids, I want to raise them in Langdon.” A baby pool will be an amazing addition to attract these young couples who are either planning a family or raising little ones currently. So be sure to attend the fundraiser, enjoy some fun, music, dancing, and food while simultaneously helping this amazing community grow and accommodate the youngsters who will be the future of this town.
Walhalla’s 3rd Annual Demolition Derby By Hilary Nowatzki
For years, a wild, crazy, fun, demolition derby has taken place in Walhalla. Three years ago though, Justin Dearinger stated that he, along with a group of other derby enthusiasts, “got real serious about it.” The group formed what is now called ‘The Walhalla Demolition Derby Association’ to ensure the derby would continue to take place in Walhalla annually.
Dearinger, who is the vice president of the association, stated that the end goal of a demolition derby, “is mostly to be the last guy running.” There are multiple ways to go about constructing a derby car and everyone does it differently. “Some guys start with an $8,000 motor; we usually just find a car that runs and drives and take the windows out of it and start from there.” It’s not all just about doing mechanical work and tinkering though. Dearinger explains that a derby is much
more than what takes place in the garage or at the event itself, “As the car’s getting built there's family bonding, whether it's me and my brothers or me and the kids. Then they help out with painting and stuff. It's pretty much just an all the way around family get together.” Dearinger has five kids, “just about a full pit crew,” he stated, and they love to cheer him on from the stands and help out in the shop building and working on the derby cars. His brother has a passion for derby cars as well and just last year he got his girlfriend, Jessica, involved in the sport. She even took home second place last year! This year there will be another new participant in the derby - Dearinger’s oldest son, Jonathan. Dearinger explained why he is so passionate about keeping Walhalla’s Derby around and running. “It seems like more and more towns quit doing
derbys over the years.” He continued to elaborate, “When they quit, it was like there’s nothing anywhere around, you’d have to go at least 45 miles. The nearest is in Hallock, Minnesota as of now, but it's transitioning to an enduro-race; it's kinda like a derby car, only it's racing around in a circle rather than hitting each other.” It may seem scary and dangerous, but these daredevils take precautions when building their cars to protect themselves. Dearinger explained, “some guys have roll over bars inside all welded up, a lot of us just have a seat bar welded in so the seat doesn’t break and the doors don’t cave in on you.” Helmets are required, along with seat belts or a five point harness. There will be a full size class, which consists of vehicles with rear wheel drive, usually a V8, and over 113” wheelbases. The Herbie class consists of vehicles with front wheel drive,
a four cylinder or V6, and wheelbases under 113”. In total, there will be over $8,000 at stake for first, second, and third place winners of each class. “As long as there's over 15 cars entered into the class, the prices on the sheet will be paid out so it will be over $8,000 by the time we’re done,” Dearinger explained. There will also be a ‘Mad Dog’ cash prize of $250. Dearinger stated, “That's a one person deal: it’s whoever gets the crowd behind them with the biggest hit. So if a guy rolls over, chances are, the one who did the hitting ends up with the mad dog award because they got everybody on their feet excited.” This event is taking place the first
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weekend following Father’s Day, and what better way to treat Dad than to take him to watch (or participate in!) the legal, adult version of bumper cars. Dearinger said he has had entries in the past all the way from Northwood and Bottineau and hopes the event continues to grow. “We’re trying to spread it out through more of North Dakota,” he stated. Food, including hot dogs and hamburgers, will be provided at the event but attendees are asked to bring their own chairs and “coolers full of whatever” Dearinger stated. The entry fee for spectators over 12 years old is $12, 11-6 years old $7, and 5 years old or younger are free. Gates open at 11:30 a.m. at 128 Dr. NE, Walhalla, and the derby will take place at 1:00 p.m. and if anyone is interested in entering a car they can contact Nathan at 218-779-3153 or Austin at 701305-0077.
Frost Fire Summer Theatre Presents “The Sound of Music” By Sarah Hinnenkamp
Frost Fire Summer Theatre wants patrons to know that this summer, the Pembina Hills will be alive with the sound of music. The professional group will present the beloved musical, “The Sound of Music,” and everyone is invited. The show stars Frost Fire, Medora Musical, and Grand Forks Empire Theatre Company favorite, Misti Koop. “This is live theater at its finest! I’m so excited for Frost Fire audiences to see and hear these sweet and talented young people of our region, sing, and perform!,” Koop said. “There are several performers not pictured that we are so proud to showcase too.” “The Sound of Music” is a tuneful, heart-warming musical, based on the life story of the von Trapp family singers, one of the world’s best known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. Maria, the spirited postulant at an Austrian abbey, becomes the governess in service to a windowed naval captain with seven children bringing a new love of life and music into their home. The show is based on the 1949 memoir by Maria von Trapp.
Shows will run Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with afternoon and evening performances available on the schedule, from the last weekend in June through the end of July. Tickets to the show are on sale now through the box office; people can also buy tickets for the buffet meal, which has a creative spin this year due to the show.
The “Favorite Things Buffet” features “Do-Re-Me” =meatballs with “Lonely Goatherd” Gravy, “Climb Ev’ry Mountain” mashed potatoes, “Something Good” glazed carrots, “I Have Confidence” coleslaw, Reverend Mother’s divine dinner rolls, and Baroness Schraeder’s brownies. The cast is in rehearsals, currently working hard to learn the show, and will be ready for the opening night at 6 p.m. on June 25. Koop said Frost Fire Summer Theatre is growing and spreading its wings. “You must see Ryan King as Uncle Max and Emily Braunberger as Baroness Schraeder! You must see Elizabeth Gazeley as Mother Abbess
and you must see our Encore actress becoming a Frost Fire actress: Paige Handly from Hatton, N.D.! Our Frau Schmidt wins the gold cup! Playing Frau Schmidt for the third time on the Frost Fire stage (1998, 2006, 2022) is Mary Lizakowski Horton!” Koop said. Koop herself has already played Maria at Frost Fire Summer Theatre in 2006 and says it’s an honor and priv-
ilege to play her again. “After living more adult life years, I have so much more to give and bring to her. I am so proud and grateful to share “this Maria” with you this season on the Frost Fire stage. I’m a more experienced actress, teacher, and human than I was in 2006,” Koop said.
“I owe it to you, my audience, and me, for my craft, to go deeper and deliver the Maria you long to see.” Tickets are available online at FrostFirePark.org or by calling the Box Office at 701-549-3602. Ticket prices are: Adult (theater only) $30, Adult (theater and buffet) $45, Children 12 and under (theater only) $12, Children 12 and under (theater and buffet) $21. Taxes and fees are not
included in these prices. Groups of 10 or more can enjoy reduced pricing. The theater has planned special days, including Military Appreciation and Kids Days. For a full schedule, visit FrostFirePark.org.
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Calendar of Events July 1-3, Friday-Sunday Walhalla Class of 2002 Twenty-Year Reunion July 2 and 3, Saturday and Sunday - Pembina Gorge, Walhalla, Cavalier Tour de Rendezvous Region 2022 Cycling Event (https://www.facebook.com/groups/914841398898014) July 2, Saturdays Walhalla Farmers' Market at Main Street Marketplace, 9 a.m. to Noon July 2 and 3, Saturday and Sunday Bike/Skate Rendezvous Region. Gravel Grinder will be on July 2nd at 8 p.m. at the Pembina Gorge State Park trail head. Riders can do 12 or 22 miles. The ride will start in daylight and likely end after nightfall so have a headlight and tail light if possible. A bonfire will be at the trailhead where riders can hang out before and after the ride and watch fireworks from around the area. // Paved ride will be 9 a.m., July 3 starting in Walhalla, 20 and 60 mile routes will be available. 20 mile route is ideal for inline skaters, as there are only a couple of hills. July 3 and 4, Saturday and Sunday Pembina 4th of July Celebration. Includes street dance, pancake feed, kids’ games, parade at 3 p.m. Saturday, duck race at 7 p.m. Saturday, talent show at 9 p.m. and fireworks at dusk (9:55) Saturday. Facebook Group: “Pembina 4th of July Celebration” July 2, 3, 4 , Saturday-Monday Walhalla Firework Show Annual 4th of July Celebration, Facebook at Walhalla Chamber of Commerce July 6-9, Wednesday-Saturday 129th Pembina County Fair in Hamilton, N.D. - Facebook at Pembina County Fair July 6-10, Wednesday-Sunday 133rd Kittson County Fair in Hallock, Minn. - Facebook at Kittson County Fair July 9, Saturday Walhalla Country Club Frank White Invitational Golf Tourney Scholarship Fund July 13 and 14, Wednesday and Thursday Langdon Art Day Camp July 14, Thursday Riverfest and All School Reunion, Drayton July 15-17, Friday-Sunday Rendezvous Region Rod Run and Rendezvous Region Music Fest featuring 32 Below, Langdon July 16, Saturday Drayton Rib Cookoff - Facebook page “Drayton Rib Cookoff” July 21, Thursday Music & Art in the Park, Cavalier City Park, 5-9 p.m. This is a fun filled evening for the entire family! The evening will kick off with a talent show, and lead into live headline entertainment - The Downtown Horns. Food, vendors, games for kids, and much more will be in the park. Sponsored by the Cavalier Area Chamber of Commerce. Interested in being a vendor? Email us at chamber@cavaliernd.com. July 21, Tuesday Munich Rib Fest, 4-8 p.m. on Main Street. Judging is at 5 p.m. July 21, Thursday NDSU Langdon Research Extension Center Field Day July 29, 30, 31, Friday-Sunday Deuce of August Celebration, Mountain. http://thedeuce.org/deuce-ofaugust/ July 30, Saturday Walhalla Class of 1971 50th Class Reunion, 1:00 p.m. (https://www. facebook.com/events/1022179975037752)
Music and Art in the Park, Cavalier, July 21.
Music and Art in the Park, Cavalier, July 21.
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Walhalla Fourth of July Bash By Hilary Nowatzki
For the holiday weekend of the Fourth of July, Walhalla will be hosting several events for residents to attend. The festivities will end with a bang on the night of the fourth with fireworks being hosted by Alex Chaput (NEED TO VERIFY BEFORE PUBLICATION) the owner of the Forestwood Inn, Walhalla’s motel and c-store.
Gorgeous Walhalla is nestled in the heart of the Rendezvous Region and is the home of the beautiful Pembina Gorge. As described by Walhalla’s newly revitalized Chamber of Commerce, “Steeped in history, blessed with beauty.” The Chamber as a group stated, “The Walhalla Area Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the economic
well-being and uniqueness of the Walhalla area so that its citizens and all areas of its business community shall prosper.” They will be sponsoring the events taking place during this three day weekend. Pat Chaput, interim vice chair of the newly revitalized Walhalla Chamber of Commerce board described the events taking place on Monday, "There will be a 5k walk/run sponsored by Choice Bank at 7 a.m. and the proceeds are going to go to the Walhalla Park Board." These funds will be direly needed after destruction in the park after spring flooding. He is hoping that the pool will be open in time for festivities after it was also flooded.
Chaput stated, “The parade is at 10:30 a.m. and registration starts at 10:00 a.m.” The parade is quite the annual spectacle for residents of the area and includes vintage cars, tractors, farm equipment, horses, and more!
up Walhalla’s chamber. Chaput said, “Residents are proud of their city. I’d like to see that pride and positive attitude grow into some needed improvements around town.”
During the weekend and on Independence Day, Chaput stated, "We’re doing some bouncy houses for the kids on main street, a dunk tank, we’re doing a fundraiser hot dog feed, and a t-shirt sale for the chamber."
The Chamber stated, “Please note that there are a number of other activities and events that are also happening during this year's three-day holiday weekend, so stay tuned to this Chamber page and our ‘What's Going on in Walhalla’ Facebook page for all the updated info, too.”
The t-shirts will be created by the local talented Rebecca Davis at Creative Heart Warrior. To preorder a shirt contact Davis at her website: www.creativeheartwarrior.com. The proceeds from the shirts will assist with building
But for now, pencil these dates into your calendar for Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, July 2-4 for all kinds of old-fashioned family fun celebrating America's Independence Day Observance in this scenic and historic area!
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Pembina County Fair
The Longest Running Fair in North Dakota By Hilary Nowatzki
From July 6-9 in Hamilton, N.D. the Pembina County Fair will take place. Pembina County’s fair is the longest running fair in the state of North Dakota and this year they will be putting on a spectacle full of fun for the entire family.
Slack rodeo is for extra participants who didn’t have a slot in the other performances and will begin at 10 a.m. in the grandstand. Although they may be extra participants, their craft, hard work, and dedication to skill will still be a joy to view!
The Mighty Thomas Carnival will bring the fair rides for each day; these iconic, colorful machines, can take anyone, of any age back to the carefree days of your youth - breathing in the fresh summer air, mixed with the smell of a farm, and a twist of funnel cake and popcorn.
‘The Farmer’s Union Meal: What a Farmer Gets Paid’ is an educational and informative session catered to farmers and any others interested in business and agriculture. At Noon all
food vendors will be open, followed by the 4-H ‘Grill Challenge’ at 3 p.m. Perhaps one of the most memorable showcases of the Pembina County Fair is the Tractor Parade. It will begin at 5 p.m. and tractors of all generations, make, and model are welcome. If anyone is interested in entering their tractor for the parade they can call has its own theme with Wednesday is Senior Day, Thursday is Agriculture Day, Friday is Military Day, and Saturday is Kids’ Day.
After bingo, the rest of Wednesday evening will be filled with 4-H activities such as rabbit and poultry showing until 6 p.m. A community church service will follow starting at 6 p.m. At 7 p.m. the Little Miss Pembina County Fair Pageant will kick off. Young ladies from across Pembina County will compete in their age divisions for an opportunity to be the 2022 Miss Pembina County Fair!
Thursday will start the kick off of ‘Agriculture Day’ at the fair. Hartje stated, “This is a general education day for agriculture,” and there will be many programs and activities geared towards children, dirt, and playing outside in the sunshine and fresh warm air. At 8:30 a.m. the 4-H livestock show will begin and last until 1:30 p.m. Livestock judging for 4-H will consist of horses, cows, pigs, goats, chicken, and rabbits, and judges will be graduates of North Dakota State University.
Ranch Rodeo will begin at 7 p.m. According to the Pembina County Fair’s Facebook page, “A ranch rodeo is a traditional type of rodeo in which teams of cowboys or cowgirls from different ranches compete against each other in events based on the type of work they do every day. Ranch rodeos differ from the more common PRCA-style rodeos in several ways. For starters, the contestants are not professional rodeo cowboys; instead, they are usually full-time ranch hands who compete in annual ranch rodeos for fun and for bragging rights.”
Amber at (701) 317-3586. The line up will begin at 4 p.m.. At 5:30 p.m., after the tractor parade has kicked off, a taekwondo demonstration will be presented by Kent Schluchter for all ages interested in martial arts.
ranch hands will bring the crowd plenty of laughs with ‘wild cow milking’. Wild cow milking entails four person teams who are tasked with roping a cow, milking a certain amount into a bucket, and running the bucket back to the starting line as fast as they can.
All buildings will close at 9 p.m., but that doesn’t mean the fun is over. As buildings are closing 4-H will be hosting a ‘Party in the Dirt’ for anyone 20 years of age and younger. Letting the young folk have permission to play in the mud will certainly be a sight for sore eyes. Friday, July 8 will bring ‘Military and Law Enforcement Day’ to the Pembina County Fair. Anyone with a valid military ID, law enforcement ID, active or retired, will be granted free entry to all grandstand shows and performances. From 9 a.m. -1 p.m. there will be an open 4-H livestock show, followed by a 4-H pet show at 11 am on the freestage. At Noon all food vendors will once again open. At 1 p.m. there will be an open horse show. From 1-5 p.m. Blender Bike Smoothies will be on sale at the 4-H
Thursday, July 7, 2022 | Agriculture Day
8:30 a.m. 4-H Livestock Show until 1:30 p.m. at the Livestock Arena 10:00 a.m. Slack Rodeo at the Grandstand 11:00 a.m. untill 2:00 pm Farmer’s Union Meal: What a Farmer Gets Paid 12:00 p.m. All Buildings Open to the Public 12:00 p.m. Food Vendors Open 1:00 p.m. Woodpicks at the Free Stage 3:00 p.m. 4-H Grill Challenge at the 4-H Building 3:30 p.m. Woodpicks at the Free Stage 5:00 p.m. Tractor Parade 5:30 p.m. Taekwondo Demonstration by Kent Schluchter 6:00 p.m. Woodpicks at the Free Stage 7:00 p.m. Horse Races and NDRA Full Rodeo at the Grandstand 9:00 p.m. 4-H Party In the Dirt (20 and under only) at the Livestock Arena 9:00 p.m. All Buildings Close
Friday, July 8, 2022 | Military Day
(Free Grandstands Admission with valid Military Id) 9:00 a.m. Open Livestock Show until 1:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. 4-H Pet Show at the Free Stage 12:00 p.m. All Buildings Open to the Public 12:00 p.m. Food Vendors Open 1:00 p.m. Open Horse Show 1:00 p.m. Blender Bike Smoothies until 5:00 p.m. at the 4-H Building 2:00 p.m. Root Beer Floats by Masons at the Zags Building 3:00 p.m. 4-H Zucchini Cars until 4 p.m. at the 4-H Building 4:00 p.m. Escape Room until 10 p.m. near the Beer Gardens 5:00 p.m. Military Band at the Free Stage 7:00 p.m. Kiss the Animal at the Grandstand Horse Racing and Ranch Rodeo to Follow Kiss the Animal 8:00 p.m. Whiskey Wheeler until 11 p.m. at the Beer Gardens 9:00 p.m. All Buildings Close
Saturday, July 9, 2022 | Kids’ Day
The main rodeo show will host cowboys and cowgirls of all disciplines. Brought to the fair by the North Da-
kota Rodeo Association and produced by C’N’ Stars bull company, this is a spectacle no one will want to miss. Chariot and Chuckwagon races will begin at 7 p.m. followed by the rodeo. Save the date for this phenomenal presentation of bucking bulls, racing horses, and gritty cowboys and cowgirls.
joyed it and there were 15 entries.” Hopefully there will be even more young women competing for the Little Miss Pembina County Fair crown. The evening will end with youth group activities from 8-9 p.m.
Be careful and don’t drink too many yummy drinks though, because the Travel Escape Room will open at 4 p.m. This mind-boggling challenge on wheels has been fully remodeled. Hartje stated, “It’s a pretty big hit, it takes about a half an hour to get through.” This is sure to be a tricky game for even the sharpest of wits.
The Ranch Rodeo is a pretty serious and intense event. Working with large and unpredictable animals takes both a mind and a body of steel, but these
Registration can be found on the ‘Pembina County Fair’ Facebook page and on area school’s websites. Registration was due June 10th. This is the second year the pageant has taken place and Hartje stated, “Last year it went really well, a lot of people en-
Wednesday, July 6, 2022 | Senior Citizen Day
10:00 a.m. 4-H Horse Show until 4 p.m. at the Horse Arena 11:00 a.m. 4-H Pie Sale until 1:00 p.m. at the Zags Building 12:00 p.m. Food Vendors Open 1:00 p.m. BINGO 1:00 p.m. 4-H Buildings Open 5:00 p.m. 4-H Rabbits and Poultry Show until 6 p.m. at the Rabbit/Poultry Barn Open Rabbit Show to follow the 4-H Show 6:00 p.m. Community Church Service at the Grandstand 7:00 p.m. Little Miss Pembina at the Free Stage 8:00 p.m. Youth Group Activity at the Fairgrounds 9:00 p.m. All Buildings Close serving up root beer floats at the Zags Building.
Scott Hartje is the Pembina County Fair Board President and said that for their 129th anniversary the fair will host a wide variety of activities and entertainment. The event is four days long, and nearly every hour is filled for nonstop fun events. Each day also
The first day of the fair is Wednesday, which is Senior Citizen Day. There will be several 4-H activities in the morning, and food vendors will open at noon. At 1 p.m. bingo will kick off! Bingo will be sponsored by Faith in Action, a local ministry group. Gift bags and grandstand passes will be presented to the winners.
building, and starting at 2 p.m. the Tongue River Masonic Lodge will be
Military Day will end with a performance by Whiskey Wheeler, who plays what they call, “Toe-tappin jams from an eclectic group of Pembina County personalities.” Their first ever performance actually took place exactly a year ago at the fair, and everyone is happy to see the group back where they started! The concert will take place at the Beer Garden. Saturday will bring ‘Kids’ Day’ to the fair. At 9 a.m. there will be a 4-H showmanship round robin until 11 a.m. At 10 a.m. there will be t-ball games, followed by a premium sale in the livestock arena at 11 a.m. Also at 11 a.m the 4-H bake sale will begin and last until 2. Food vendors open at Noon as usual and there will be a Farm Bureau Meal at Noon as well near the livestock arena. There will be another open horse show at 1 p.m., and from 1-3 p.m. there will be Kids’ Day events taking place. The Funny Farm Magic show will appear at 1 p.m., ax throwing will begin at 2 p.m. and last all night until 10 p.m. Be sure to stop by and let out that pent up frustration. At 3:30 there will be a Kids’ Pedal Pull event where kids sit on a mini tractor, which is propelled by pedaling with their legs, and pull weights which are connected on a sled. At 4 p.m. the 4-H Awards Ceremony will begin and
9:00 a.m. 4-H Showmanship Round Robin until 11:00 a.m. at the Livestock Arena 10:00 a.m. All Buildings Open 10:00 a.m. T-Ball 11:00 a.m. Premium Sale at the Livestock Arena 11:00 a.m. 4-H Bake Sale until 2 p.m. at the Fine Arts Building 11:00 a.m. Bessie & Bossie Drawing 12:00 p.m. Farm Bureau Meal near the Livestock Arena 12:00 p.m. Food Vendors Open 1:00 p.m. Open Horse Show 1:00 p.m. Kids’ Day until 3:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Funny Farm Magic Show 2:00 p.m. Ax Throwing until 10 p.m. near Beer Gardens 3:30 p.m. Kids’ Pedal Pull 4:00 p.m. 4-H Awards Ceremony until 5 p.m. at the Livestock Arena 5:30 p.m. Horse Show Awards 7:00 p.m. Bush Races at the Grandstands 8:00 p.m. Cold Shot until 12:00 a.m. at the Beer Gardens 9:00 p.m. 4-H Spurs & Smores (20 and under only) at the Horse Arena 9:00 p.m. All Buildings Close
last until 5 p.m. at the livestock arena. Horse show awards will follow at 5:30 p.m. Saturday evening will bring the Bush Car races, perhaps one of the most exciting events of the weekend! Hartje stated, “This event is like a derby car with a course set up that they have to go through for eight laps.” For rules and registration call Mark Halverson at 701-265-2591. Inspection and Race time will be announced closer to the event. Admission to the grandstand for this event is $15 for 12 years and up, it’s $5.00 5-11 years, and it’s free for ages 4 and under. The night will wrap up with a rock concert from Cold Shot, another great local band. Visit the Beer Garden, grab your own cold drink, sit back, and soak up the rock and roll vibes. This is Cold Shot’s first time playing at the Pembina County Fair and they will be jammin all the way into the dark of midnight.
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Rendezvous Region Rod Run and Rendezvous Region Music Fest, Langdon By Hilary Nowatzki July 15-17 will be one of Langdon’s most lively weekends for Rendezvous Region residents. Downtown 3rd Street will be filled with the commotion of fun, food, and summer fever with activities and events for all ages. The 27th Annual Rendezvous Region Music Fest and Rendezvous Region Rod Run will begin on Friday starting with the Firemen’s Dinner which will be hosted by Langdon Fire Department. Volunteers will be grilling and cooking up classic favorites to enjoy out in the evening warmth and all proceeds from the dinner will benefit the fire department. After the Firemen’s Dinner, an all time hit with the crowds will take place rolling burnouts. For years Chad Lombardi has been assisting with the orchestration of the Rendezvous Region Rod Run and stated, “The burn outs are on the south end of main street where Farmers Union Oil has a nice path they allow us to use.” Crowds definitely don’t want to miss this sight either because Lombardi stated, “These are rolling burnouts; it’s pretty much one of the area’s only rolling burnout events. Other places will have a block or two, or a log or something to stop you from going.” There certainly won’t be anything stopping a hot rod from billowing smoke for miles, so if interested be sure to pre-register (you’ll get a free shirt!) or register onsite. The entry fee is $20 for Rod Run participants. After dinner and burnouts, attendees should consider catching a flick and grabbing some popcorn at the classic Roxy Theater in downtown Langdon.
Starting early Saturday morning, Lombardi will be on 3rd Street getting all varieties, makes, and models of cars registered for the Rendezvous Region Rod Run’s Car Show. The vehicles will all be on display throughout the day where attendees can shuffle between viewing these classic machines, shopping from local vendors, and bringing kids to play in a variety of activities.
Jakie Dvorak is a board member of the Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce and said the weekend wouldn’t be possible without the support of the community. She explained, “Our committee received donations from area businesses that make it free.” The car show, including kids activities throughout Third Street, the street fair, and Music Fest is free to the public. “The Chamber activities start on Saturday with the kids’ bouncy houses, which is free of charge on Main Street from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.,” Dvorak said, and Music Fest will kick off afterwards at 9 p.m., where Langdon will be hosting the country/rock band, 32 Below. The band tours the country playing shows and they boast an incredible 33,000 followers on Facebook; their country rock jams will be a concert no one will want to miss out on.
They do not need to pre register or pay any fees, they are allowed to simply show up but will be responsible for providing their own tents, chairs, and other outdoor accommodations. “There will be a food truck downtown for sure,” Dvorak stated, and downtown will be hosting Nacho Bizzness. There will also be a pet contest and kiddie parade Saturday where Dvorak said there will be free Games Galore as well. To enter your pet in the contest contact Dvorak at jackie@getsimmonsmedia.com to get signed up. Lombardi will be busy between activities and the band’s first set at nine. He stated, “We have children’s events all day long. Usually we do the 164th scale drag race, which is racing basically hot wheels down a track kinda like your old school pinewood derby. We will give away cars if they do not have their own and if the child has the initiative - they can take their own car
and they can make them faster!” Some kids have even used lubricants that decrease friction, some add weights Lombardia said, “Some of these guys get pretty creative.” It’s a 12-foot long miniature drag race. Kids will take their cars and drop them off at the front and they go to the end, then it’s double elimination. This is just one of the three children’s events. The other is the tricycle race and then Lombardi stated, “There’s also a miniature pit crew race where children have to change a spare tire and are timed.” So like Nascar, but only one tire and they might be just a little slower than the guys on TV, but practice makes perfect, right? As an award for these kids’ hard work and effort Lombardi stated, “We give away a bicycle each year for someone who has entered all three of the events.”
At the end of all three children’s events, Lombardi lets these kiddos go out with a bang, literally. “There’s also a car bash that will be going on so we will find some car that has been donated or round up from somewhere, let them have some safety goggles then give them a couple hammers or a sledgehammer and let them go at it - bust out the windows and panels and just beat it up,” Lombardi said. On Sunday, Riley Beta will host a tractor pull at his farm near town. This spectacle will host a wide variety of tractors, old or new, big or small, and the key mission is to see just how much these tractors can pull all while admiring the beauty of these machines which are literally the driving force of the borderlands. Be sure to pencil Langdon’s most lively weekend into your calendar!
To pass the time between children’s activities and when 32 Below starts their set at 9 p.m., Dvorak mentions that there will be plenty of shopping to do all along 3rd Street downtown, “If retailers want sidewalk sales, people can set up as a vendor and sell their home based products on main street.”
July 14-17
Drayton Riverfest By Sarah Hinnenkamp
The folks at the Drayton Chamber of Commerce know how to pack a punch with a one-stop-shopping type of event. You want summer fun? They have it.
Burger Night at the Drayton Fire Hall, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Thursday, July 14. Takeout is available. Proceeds from this event help support the Drayton Volunteer Fire Department.
Check out this list and see which items you need to check off your summer bucket list.
Thursday, July 14 at 7:30 p.m. Meat Raffle at Johnny Bravoz.
Kids inflatables are back! Free face painting Kids pedal pull Dunk tank Caricature artist Golf cart parade Mud volleyball Water fun with the firefighters Open swimming at the pool Chalk couture class Escape room Motorcycle show Professional photographer on Friday at the school Community meal Food vendors and so much more!
Friday, July 15 is Koda Bank and Johnny Bravoz Annual Golf Scramble at the Drayton Golf Course. Registration is at 9:30 a.m., shotgun start at 10 a.m. Entry fee is $300 per 4-person team. There is a cash prize for first place and many opportunities for door prizes. Lunch will be served. Contact John at 701-454-3448 to get your team signed up. Limited carts are available, call ahead to reserve. Friday, July 15 at 7 p.m. Designer Purse Bingo at the Drayton Community Center. $30 in advance, $40 at the door. Ten rounds, plus one bonus, and one blackout. All proceeds benefit the Tom Landowski Memorial Fund.
July 16 Everything kicks off with the Firemen’s
Friday night from 8 p.m. - Midnight, there’s a street dance downtown featuring FM All Stars. Drayton Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department is also holding a raffle with a grand prize of a 2022 Polaris Ranger 1000. Drawing will be held at 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 16 at Johnny Bravoz. Need not be present to win. Must be 21 or older to purchase a ticket. Raffle tickets are $20. Here is a list of the rest of the raffle prizes: 2nd Prize: Henry .44mag/.44sp 12.9” barrel 3rd Prize: Taurus Judge Magnum .45lc/410ga 4th Prize: Browning Buckmark .22lr semi-auto pistol 5th Prize: S&W M&P 9mm semi-auto pistol 6th Prize: Henry Bigboy .357/.38sp The Drayton Booster Club hosts a Mud Volleyball Fundraiser at Noon on
Saturday, July 16 at the golf course entrance. Register by July 14. $150 per team. Six-10 players, mandatory two women on the court at all times. All players must be 14 years of age or older. Contact 701-335-9780 or 701520-2437 to register or email draytonboosterclub@hotmail.com.
and fourth and fifth places get $500 each. There will only be 240 tickets sold. Drawing is at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 16.
Saturday, July 16 at 11 a.m. will be the 12th Annual Tom Landowski Memorial Ride, bikes or cars, rain or shine. Stops include Drayton, St. Thomas, Crystal, Grafton, Oslo, and Stephen. Registration is 9-10:45 day of the ride, departure at 11 a.m. $20 per person. All proceeds benefit the Tom Landowski Memorial Fund.
Saturday, July 16 – Street dance with Fourth Wave, 8 p.m. – Midnight.
The Grand Parade happens at 11 a.m. on Main Street, the route is south to north. Saturday, July 16 - Drayton Ribfest and Drayton Ribfest Raffle. Raffle tickets are $100 each for cash prizes: First place gets $8,000, second place gets $2,000, third place gets $1000
The Ribfest tickets go to directly pay for the two street dances that Riverfest has this year.
Fireworks at dusk. Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. there is a community worship services in the school gym. The Drayton Alumni Association is also holding an all-school reunion July 14-16. There is so much more on the list for Riverfest! For the full, hour-by-hour schedule visit “Drayton Riverfest Drayton, ND” on Facebook.
Bio Girls and The Firemen’s Draggin’ 5K, 10K, and Kid’s Donut Run By Hilary Nowatzki
Amidst the festivities of Rendezvous Region Rod Runs and Rendezvous Region Music Fest, there's a group of young women that deserve some special recognition who will be participating in the Firemen’s Draggin’ 5K on the morning of Saturday, July 16.
ent topic such as gratitude or kindness. They then learn a mantra about this topic, which they can repeat to themselves on their runs or in tough times. One example Jacobson gave of a mantra was, “spread kindness like confetti.”
Andrea Jacobson is the Site Director for Langdon’s Bio Girls. This will be her second year directing the program and she is more than happy with the direction the group is headed in. Bio Girls is a program geared towards young girls in second grade through sixth grade.
Jacobson said the goal of these lessons, mantras, and runs is, “Just trying to teach them tools to have in their pocket for how to get through hard situations and deal with other people."
Jacobson stated, "Their mission is to improve self esteem in young girls and empower them through teaching them how to serve themselves and serve others." The birth of Bio Girls took place in Fargo approximately six years ago and has since spread to S.D. and Minn. According to the Bio Girls website, “six out of ten young women battle low self-esteem,” but this 12 week program is combating that statistic and independent research is finding this preventative tactic to be highly effective. Jacobson stated, "The whole point of it is just trying to encourage self confidence and just build them up." Every Wednesday since the end of April, the girls have met at the Langdon Activity Center with Jacobson, six other mentors, and high school girls, who Jacobson says, “are a good influence,” on her young participants. Each week the girls focus on a differ-
On these Wednesdays Jacobson said their schedule is as follows: "We do small group, large group, a devotional, and then we do some running every session and the goal is to work our way up because at the end of the season we run a 5K." Last year was the first year Jacobson hosted a Bio Girls group, but the program has been very well received in Langdon. Jacobson started with ten open slots for her group last year and she reported that those slots filled within minutes of her making the post. This year Jacobson was able to gain enough mentors and support to double the number of girls in the program to 20. Last year, due to covid restricting many community runs, Jacobson said the girls did their own independent 5k but this year they are excited to be participating in the Firemen’s Draggin’ 5k. Jacobson is not only the Site Director for Bio Girls but she is also a member of the Run Langdon Committee, which is a group of athletes of all ages who advocate for health and wellness through jogging
and running. Jacobson shared the details of the upcoming running events, which will take place during the weekend of the Rendezvous Region Rod Runs and Rendezvous Region Music Fest. Some may wonder where the name “Firemen’s Draggin’ 5k” came from. Well, on Friday evening the Firemen have their annual dinner, and word has it that some like to stay out a little late having fun. Meaning on Saturday morning for their 5k they might be draggin’... butt. The race had a longer name but for the sake of keeping it rated G, it was shortened. All proceeds from the Firemen’s Draggin’ 5k will be going directly back into Langdon’s Fire Hall. The race will kick off at 8:10 a.m. in downtown Langdon and the course will wind through the streets of the
town. Participants are welcome to walk the course rather than run. Many are going to be draggin’ that morning anyways.
ly 100 meters, and the kiddos are awarded upon completion with a teeshirt, medal, and of course, a yummy donut from The Bread Pan.
Along with the 5K, there will also be the Rock N’ Run 10K which starts at 8:00 a.m. the same morning at the Dakota Spirit Arena. The Rock N’ Run got its name from the speakers, which will be blaring rock music all along the runner’s path to keep them motivated and moving. The music will of course be set to the Rock Farm radio station, which is broadcasted out of Simmons Multimedia of Langdon. Their course will be a long loop which will go out into the country and circle back to the arena.
Proceeds from the 10K and donut dash will go to Langdon’s Baby Pool Fund. If interested in participating in the event visit runlangdon.com where sign up is quick and easy!
And of course there has to be a running activity for the tiny attendees. At 9:30 a.m. there will be a Kid’s Donut Dash. It’s a short run - approximate-
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Langdon Eagles Auxiliary to Host Patio Party with Chicken Poo-Poo Bingo By Hilary Nowatzki
Throughout Langdon’s hottest weekend of the Rendezvous Region Rod Run and Rendezvous Region Music Fest, there will be another party going on that just can’t be missed. This year the Ladies Auxiliary of the Langdon Fraternal Order of the Eagles will be hosting a ‘Patio Party’ starting at 1 p.m. on July 16 to celebrate the new patio addition, which is only two years old.
Auxiliary and says the party will play host to plenty of yard games, and a variety of drink specials throughout the night so folks can have a few cold ones before they settle in for some jams from the country band 32 Below. There will be plenty of fun to be had with a cornhole tournament (registration at Noon, play starts at 1 p.m.) and a variety of other outdoor games but perhaps the most hilarious spectacle taking place is 'Chicken PooPoo
July 21 Maria Rohde is the president of the
Bingo' (PooPoo isn't what they call it by the way!). The rules of Chicken Poopy Bingo are as follows: there will be a large bingo square on the ground with smaller squares on it (think of a twister mat, but bingo squares), squares are purchased for $10 each, a live chicken is let loose atop the board, and well, you can guess the rest! This will start at 3 p.m.
If a turd lands on multiple squares then the prize is split. The winner will receive half the pot and the other half will go back into the Auxiliary so they may continue to host these fun events and community gatherings. The Auxiliary will also host a cornhole tournament outside on their patio. The cost to enter is $100 for each team. Everyone is welcome at this event and encouraged to attend.
Langdon’s NDSU Extension Center Hosts Annual Field Day By Hilary Nowatzki
The term ‘field day’ may bring memories of school children celebrating the end of the school year with outside festivities. Well, there will be plenty of outside activities going on at the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Langdon Research Extension Center, or LREC. But they won’t be celebrating the end of work; instead, they will be focusing on the beginning of their work. Farmers from all over the region are welcome to attend the NDSU Extension Center’s Field Day where the latest challenges farmers may face this season will be discussed. This year, the field day will also have a special attendee. Randy Melhoff, LREC’s Director, stated, “This year everyone will have an
opportunity to meet the New NDSU President, David Cook, as he will be in attendance. He may say a few words of welcome.” The annual field day tours will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 21. Complimentary coffee and rolls will be available in case someone misses their breakfast. The tours will take off between 8:30 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. and folks will get to visit and see all of the projects LREC has been working on throughout the year. Melhoff is excited to host the event once again and share the knowledge LREC has accumulated with farmers who are the backbone of this agricultural community. “In 2022, tentatively we will have field talks/tours on crop breeding programs for HRSW, barley,
canola and others updating growers on newest varieties coming from NDSU. Crop disease updates will be addressed,” Melhoff stated. Along with the special visitor, New NDSU President David Cook, there will also be several attendees from Fargo. Melhofff explained, “This is a great opportunity for local growers to hear, learn and talk to campus professors, scientists, crop breeders and others from the main campus in Fargo (which do not get out here too often).” Due to the severely extended winter season, spring planting is starting a little late. Melhoff wishes that he could find a meteorologist who could guarantee a late growing season, but mother nature has a mind of her own. “The exact presentation depends on what issues we are facing regarding diseases on all crops in 2022, which we really don’t know yet. We will also have talks on the canola industry both regarding production issues and price/market outlook. Insects and the damage they do on crops will also be addressed.”
time to present to attendees in July. Soil health will also be a large topic of discussion at field day. “We have some really cool soil health projects that will be showcased at the tour,” Melhoff shared. “Without healthy soils we have nothing.” Melhoff credits the Northern Canola Growers Association, or NCGA, for the sponsorship and assistance with this event. “In fact, our field day is always in cooperation with the NCGA,” he included. The event will conclude at noon with a meal sponsored by NCGA. Melhoff says there will be a more detailed itinerary as the event nears, after spring has sprung just a little bit more.
Insects are also a massive component of productive farming, but due to the late spring, many of them have not made their presence known in regards to crop damage. Although LREC is still waiting for the little nuisances to make their appearance, there will be over a month between the time of this publication and when the field day will take place. Melhoff says that he will have much more information to garner and work with during this
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Deuce of August Celebrates 123 Years By Sarah Hinnenkamp
The 123rd Annual Deuce of August Icelandic Celebration will take over Mountain, N.D. Friday, July 29 through Sunday, July 31. This Icelandic celebration has been certified by the North Dakota Tourism Department as the longest running ethnic festival in North Dakota and it is the largest Icelandic ethnic event in the U.S.
It serves as a way to promote and preserve Icelandic heritage and culture, and it’s also a way to have lots of fun.
The Deuce of August commemorates the day in 1874 when a new constitution was introduced for Iceland's independence from Denmark. A small group of Icelandic people who immigrated to Milwaukee, Wisc., in the early 1870s held a celebration on August 2, 1874, to celebrate this event. The Icelandic community of Winnipeg held the first celebration on the second of August in the year 1890 and called it, “The Day of the Icelanders.” While August the second was never declared a legal national holiday in Iceland, this day was celebrated
whenever and however small the settlement was, whether in Canada or the United States by the Icelandic settlers who called the second of August, 'The Day of the Icelanders.' Iceland officially declared its independence from Denmark on June 17, 1944 and became a republic.” At this year’s celebration, there is an abundance of things to do: Friday, July 29 from 1- 4 p.m. the genealogy center is open and at 5 p.m. is the Mountain Legion Fish Fry.
Saturday is the Big Parade starting at 10:30 a.m. The Vikur Salad Luncheon starts at 11 a.m. at Vikur Church. There will also be a Car Show & Shine, Kids Inflatable Games at Noon, kids pedal tractor pull at 12:30. Also on Saturday there will be a traditional heritage program at the Mountain Community Center at 2 p.m. Saturday night enjoy a street dance and fireworks, starting at 9 p.m. Sunday, the Vikur Church, which is the oldest Icelandic church in North
America, will hold a worship service at 11 a.m. and then the North Dakota State Tractor and Pickup Pulling Contest is happening at 1 p.m. For more information, including a downloadable file with the full schedule of events, visit at thedeuce.org or on Faceboook search “August the Deuce.” Show up at the Deuce of August celebration and you just might hear,” Takk fyrir komuna!” (Thanks for coming!)
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Calendar of Events August Calendar August 4, Thursday - Movie in the Plaza, Langdon. This is a free movie event, open to the public. The movie is “A Goofy Movie” showing at dusk (usually between 9-9:30 p.m.) on Thursday, August 4. This movie came out in 1995 and is rated G, so fun for the whole family. August 1-5, Monday-Friday - ENCORE Youth Arts Camp at Frost Fire Park, Pembina Gorge. (www.frostfirepark.org). For kids entering grades 3-12. Registration due by July 25. August 12 and 13, Friday and Saturday - Catfish Capital Challenge Catfish Tournament, Drayton. Facebook page: “Catfish Capital Challenge Catfish Tournament, Drayton, ND” August 20 and 21, Saturday and Sunday - Off The Charts Music Festival is an annual event held in August in Cavalier, ND. This FREE music festival features fun, games, food, and music! We aim to bring in the highest quality music possible to give those that come an experience they will not forget! Did we mention the entire event is free? We do all of this to the glory of Jesus Christ - Check out Ephesians 3:14-19. Verse 18 captures the motivation behind the name "Off The Charts."
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ENCORE Youth Arts Camp at Frost Fire Park So, what’s ENCORE Youth Arts Camp all about?
“It’s fantastic! It’s part theater, part art - it’s kind of a half and half. It will be taught by myself, my friend Sylvia Houle, and my friend Jennifer Aus,” said Mindi Lill, artist and art instructor. “It’s a full week at Frost Fire and transportation is available.”
Park River, Drayton, St. Thomas, and Minto. Registration is open until July 25. Cost is $140 per camper, with an
extra $30 charge if the student wishes to ride the bus. Day campers will pack their own lunches.
There are scholarships available. Frost Fire Park “never wants kids to not be able to participate because of money.” Dave Paukert, who was an art teacher for many years and started this camp. He has experience running other art camps before launching one at Frost Fire Park. During the week of camp, students spend the morning either in art or theater with three instructors and then they switch.
ENCORE is for students entering grades three through twelve. Busing is available from Walhalla, Neche, Langdon, Cavalier, Edinburg, Grafton,
then they are transported home,” Lill said. “On the last day, Friday, they have a quick class in the morning and then in the afternoon there is the art show and theater production for friends and family. It’s a really cool experience and lots of kids just really want to be there, so it’s really fun to teach.” Registration forms and the scholarship form can be found at frostfirepark.org/encore-camp.
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August 4 Movie in the Plaza Planned in Langdon By Amber Benoit
Formerly known as “Free Movie in the Park”, this event has been a part of Northern Lights Arts Council’s summer lineup since 2013, showing throwback classics such as the Little Mermaid, The Sandlot, and Space Jam. We made the move from the city park to Boyd Block in 2020. Our movie screen set-up at the park was pretty large and cumbersome, so we wanted a venue that made things a little easier to set up and tear down. (An added bonus is that there aren’t as many mosquitos!) We changed the
name at that time to “Movie in the Plaza” but it remains the same event – a free movie open to the public. Streaming has made seeing a movie pretty easy to do from your own home, but nothing beats heading uptown and enjoying a beautiful summer night with friends and family, watching a movie under the stars! This year, we will be showing A Goofy Movie on Thursday, Aug 4. This movie came out in 1995 and is rated G, so fun for the whole family. We thought it
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would be fun to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Disney World this year by showing a Disney movie. As an added bonus, we will be giving away a prize, and anyone can be entered to win by wearing Disney attire or dressing up as your favorite Disney character! Roxy Theater will be open to purchase concessions. Bring your own chair, blanket, bug spray, or whatever else you need to get comfortable. The movie will start at dusk, usually between 9:00/9:30 p.m. Farmers & Merchants State Bank will be spon-
soring the movie as well as free Roxy Theater popcorn again this year. Amber Benoit has been the executive director of marketing and programming at the Northern Lights Arts Council (NLAC) since 2016. NLAC is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural arts and humanities by coordinating and providing a variety of events and activities for adults and children of Cavalier County. It was incorporated in 1993.
Svold’s Annual ATV Ride
Q&A with Merlyn Dalsted and Svold Community Hall Members What are the plans for your ride this year? Our ride was set for Saturday, June 25 but due to water issues on the trails we have postponed the Svold Community Hall ATV ride until Saturday, August 6. We have found out that water can be your best friend or your worst enemy. But it will all work out. The Svold ATV Ride will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2022 with registration starting at 10:00 a.m. at 9622 133rd Ave NE, Svold. This is a family fun event that brings you out to enjoy the beauty of the area, watching wildlife as they feast on the rich grasslands that surround our trails. Our trails are mapped out and marked with ribbons so all riders know where to go. At the registration all attendees are told that there will be snacks, water, or sodas half way through the trails of approximately 20 to 26 miles showing the history of the Pembina Sand Hills. When they return to the hall there is a full lunch menu for them to enjoy. We also have for them to do as they choose, a meat raffle and a 50/50 drawing.
Our ATV ride is normally held the weekend before Father’s Day but due to family commitments our date was changed this year to a later date. Look for us to be back next year the weekend before Father’s Day. And again it all depends on what Mother Nature’s plans are. You don’t mess with Mother Nature! A little history about Svold: This is coming from Merlyn Dalsted age 89 a lifelong resident of Svold: The Svold Hall was built in 1938 and the basement was dug with horses and pulling scrapers. It was an idea of the Ladies Aid who thought it would be a place to host community events. It was built all by donations and volunteers of the community. The lumber was bought in Neche and paid for by putting on a play, the big ole show from Grand Forks and after that they held dances to bring in more funding. Peters Lutheran Church sits just east of the Svold Hall-a Church and was built in 1950 by Barney Johnson with lumber that was purchased in Walhalla. There was also a store there that was called GA Vivatson General Merchandise and in the 1920 they sold
Indian Motorcycles and also candy, cookies and whatever else a general store carried in those days. There are many stories and memories shared about the dances and events that have taken place at the Svold Hall. How long has this event taken place? The Svold Hall ATV Ride has been going on for approximately 10 years give or take 1 or 2. The ride was conceived and started by the Svold Hall Community Association. It was started as a family fun fundraising event in order to help secure funding for the purpose of the upkeep and sustainability of the Svold Hall.
marck, Gwinner, Canada, and many other surrounding and out of area towns, along with many locals that enjoy the day. It is a day to showcase our region, our community and the trails that were established in the late 1800’s to the early 1900’s. We have heard from many that they have never seen so much beauty as they cruise our trails. Another major important part of our ATV rides is to help pay down the loan that we took out to be able to put on the addition and again the general upkeep of the hall.
are shared by local horse clubs, local snowmobile clubs, and even the dog sled team - our own resident 2022 Junior Iditarod Runner Eva Robinson and the Diva Dog Racing Team. If you are interested in helping in the sustainability of the Svold Hall donations can be made by mailing them to Svold Community Hall, P.O. Box 711, Cavalier, ND 58220. The support of our events and any donations is appreciated and accepted with great pride as we continue to keep up with the history of Svold.
Some may not realize it but our trails
In the last few years we have worked on an addition that has given us indoor bathroom facilities, running water, new shingles, and a ramp so we have easier access to entering the building. We try to host at least 2 ATV rides per year if the weather and conditions allow. Why is this ride important to your group and this community? The ride is important to our area as it brings in people from as far as Minneapolis, Dickinson, Fargo, Devils Lake, Langdon, Grafton, Walhalla, Bis-
August 20-21 Off the Charts Music Festival Returns to Cavalier Q&A with Katt Robinson
Off The Charts (OTC) was born out of a vision from local youth leader, Tiffany DeMars, to serve the young generation and provide a means to share the incredible love of Jesus Christ. Through the help of friends and volunteers, the OTC Family came about. There have been some changes throughout the years but the current OTC Family consists of six members from the local community. We serve together as a group of believers to share the great gospel. Who started the idea and how long ago was it? This year will be our 10th anniversary. We have been going strong each year - minus the COVID year where we took a short break. We are all very excited to celebrate our 10th anniversary!
Have you played in this area before? - If so, what was your experience like? OTC takes place in the Cavalier City Park and we absolutely LOVE it there. It truly is the best location for our event. We feel that being in the heart of the city of Cavalier, like the park is, truly helps us get to the heart of the crowd that comes. It's a much more intimate setting. We can interact freely with all who attend.
awhile. Sidewalk Prophets put on a great show. THe Color is coming back - they are just a great group from Canada and we have had them several times already. Holly Halliwell is a new artist and we are looking forward to hosting her. We are also bringing back Zero Gravity Outreach, whom we had last year and truly loved the experience they gave us. This time they will be performing in the city park with all their amazing motocross stunts.
What are you looking forward to about this year's event in Cavalier? Well, being the 10th anniversary... ALL OF IT! Ha. We have Rend Collective coming - we are so excited to have them as they have been on our "please come here artist list" for
What are some of your favorite memories from playing in the past? There are probably too many to count. We have had such amazing bands, speakers, ministries, and people come to this event. I've had opportunities to pray with fellow believers, to
minister to hurting hearts, to laugh with joy at the work of our amazing Creator. It's just a joy to serve and share the love of Jesus to all who attend.
games, vendor food (for purchase), Zero Gravity Outreach, and all the bands. The event is two days with a Sunday morning church service following Saturday's events.
We also should mention that the event is completely FREE. There is no cost to attend. There will be inflatable
Katt Robinson handles marketing and promotions for Off the Charts.
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Frost Fire Park Offers Eight World Class Downhill Mountain Bike Trails we’re excited to open the rest of the trails and get riders out here to experience them.” The trails vary in difficulty for riders and have adaptations, such as being able to take a jump or ride around it, based on comfort and skill levels. Trails have twists and turns, bridges, and jumps built out of a base of rocks. One of the trails features a retired ski/ snowboard trail groomer, adding more personality and reminding people of Frost Fire Park’s winter activities. Frost Fire Park’s are the only downhill mountain bike trails with lift service in the state of North Dakota. With 350 vertical feet, these are the types of high quality bike trails that appeal to all levels of riders. Adventure seekers and those who enjoy the outdoors at a slightly slower speed, are groups that are making their way to Frost Fire Park, now that the downhill mountain bike trail system has been completed. The eight trails, completed in late 2021, marked the end of a construction phase of a
3-year, $500,000 project. Frost Fire Park contracted Trail Source, LLC based in Rosemount, Minn. to construct the four remaining trails, last summer. The company specializes in building sustainable and environmentally friendly trails and
structures that allow people to experience and enjoy nature. “These trails are the real deal!” said Patty Gorder, general manager at Frost Fire Park. “The excitement around our downhill mountain bike offerings has built all summer and
Beginner Trail: this 1-mile trail, features gentle switchbacks, has small rollers, and berms built at a beginner level. Obstacles on this trail are “rollable”: no matter how fast or slow you ride, you can “roll” the trail easily. Intermediate Trail: The advanced downhill flow trail is just over half a mile long. This trail is more aggressive with fewer switchbacks, which will lead to increased speed, drops, and big features. It has large rollers, berms, technical features, and jumps (with dirt landing). The jumps are table top. The Uffda Trail: This is the longest trail at more than a mile. It is a natural surface single track trail ranging in width from two to three feet. After completing the climbing trail, riders pick one of the other trails to ride back down to the base. Chair Lift Access: Riders can purchase a lift ticket for the day and take the chair lift with their bikes. Attendants at the bottom and top of the lift aid in getting the bike on and off of the lift. Bike Rentals: Frost Fire Park has a fleet of 13 bikes for rent - 11 adult bikes and 2 children’s bikes. Helmets are required to ride the trails. Frost Fire Park is renting helmets but we ask that you bring your own. Riders
are required an access pass to use all trails. *Tax not included* Please call ahead to rent a mountain bike, our rental fleet is limited. Please call to make a reservation and visit www. frostfirepark.org for more information about rental costs. Gorder said downhill mountain bike riders get excited about new places to explore and will often drive hours to experience new trails. “We can’t wait to welcome people who have never been to Frost Fire Park!” Gorder said. “We also want our regular customers to know we can help them try out something new, and our trails are doable for people who want to try something new or bring the family out.” Rider Checklist Reserve a bike - 701-549-3600 (or bring your own) Bring a helmet - they are required Check in with park staff Day Unlimited Lift Ticket - $35/Half Day Lift Ticket -$25 Hours of Operation: Downhill Mountain Bike Trails and chair lift open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturdays and Noon – 5 p.m. Sundays. Rentals: Frost Fire Park has a fleet of high-end mountain bikes available to reserve; call 701-549-3600 to reserve a bike. Riders may bring their own bikes. Helmets are required. Frost Fire Park is located seven miles west of scenic Walhalla, N.D. at 11950 County Road 55, in the Rendezvous Region of northeast North Dakota. Website: http://www.frostfirepark.org/ At press time, the trails were not yet open for the 2022 season. Staff hopes to be open June 18 and 19. Check the Facebook page “Frost Fire Park” for updates to the schedule this season.
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Plan a Visit to the Pembina County Historical Museum By Zelda Hartje
A visit to the Pembina County Historical Museum is a must stop place on a day trip around the Rendezvous Region to become immersed in the story of Pembina County’s history of settlement and agriculture. Indoor and outdoor exhibits and displays on the Museum Grounds concentrate on the history of the state’s oldest county beginning with the fur trade era and continuing through the 1960s. Pembina County was organized on August 12, 1867, with agriculture as its main industry which is exhibited on the Museum Grounds. Each of the 13 buildings has a unique story to tell. Three of the exhibit buildings feature restored farm machinery including one with tractors of all colors, makes, and ages. Many visitors also enjoy an outdoor stroll through the rows of horse drawn farm equipment and older tractors along with tillage and harvesting equipment. Five of the buildings on the grounds were built in the 1800s and moved to the Museum Grounds for preservation and to allow visitors an opportunity to experience the workmanship and style of building from that time period. The McKenzie-McKechnie Granary, St. Anthony’s Church, Paton Homestead Home, Bathgate Depot, and Cavalier Jail/Library are each a step back in history. Essential to every early farmstead was a barn, and the 1930s Stegman Barn is a well preserved example of a small family farm barn. The barn area also includes the Steiger Blacksmith Shop along with a working windmill and sawmill. Each restored building was donated to PCHS as an important reminder of the way Pembina County residents have lived, worked, traveled, and worshipped.
The main museum building features a research library, art gallery, Icelandic exhibit area including one of the largest Icelandic language book collections in the country, military displays, and various exhibits featuring the settlement and changes in Pembina County as it has grown and advanced over the years. New items are always being added. Exhibits and stories regarding transportation changes since the first oxcart trails were used to the interstate highway system are being established in the Transportation Building. Important additions and ongoing projects on the Grounds are the military memorial area and the Pembina County Community Orchard. The Memorial features pavers honoring Pembina County’s men and women who have served their country in time of peace and in time of war since the Spanish-American War to the present. The orchard covers nearly one acre and contains nearly 60 fruit bearing trees and shrubs. When the trees start to bear fruit, the produce will be donated to the community. The Pembina County Historical Museum is owned and operated by the Pembina County Historical Society and is located 5 1/2 miles west of Cavalier. Monthly PCHS meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00; $10 memberships can be purchased at the Museum. For further information about the Society and its activities, call the Museum at 701-265-4941 or email at pchsm@ polarcomm.com and find us on Facebook at Pembina County Historical Museum. The Museum and buildings are open daily from 11 a.m. - 5p.m. from Memorial Day to October 1. Special tours can be arranged.
Sweeten-up any occasion with cookies Easy Cut-Out Sugar Cookies Makes 32 cookies 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup sugar 1 cup cold butter, cut into chunks 1 large egg 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Baking cookies may be a tradition come the holiday season, but just about any time of year is ideal for preparing favorite doughs and getting out those cookie sheets. In fact, National Sugar Cookie Day is celebrated each July 9th, and sugar cookies are some of the most basic, yet versatile cookies for home chefs to perfect. Sugar cookies are tasty served on their own, but rolled-and-cut varieties often are expertly decorated with icing. Depending on the recipe, sugar cookies may be firm and hold up to decorating, or soft and chewy Ñ melting in the mouth. This recipe for ÒEasy Cut-Out Sugar CookiesÓ from the baking experts at Land OÕLakes¨ produces rolled sugar cookies ready for decorating. According Land OÕLakes¨, the method of mixing these cookies doesnÕt require softening the butter or chilling the dough before cutting out the cookies.
1. Heat oven to 350 F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper; set aside. 2. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in small bowl; set aside. 3. Place sugar and butter into bowl of heavy-duty stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment. Beat at medium speed until well combined. Add egg, vanilla and almond extract; beat until well mixed. Gradually add flour mixture, beating at low speed until just combined. 4. While removing dough from bowl, knead to incorporate crumbs and form smooth dough. Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1Ú8-inch thickness. 5. Cut into shapes with 21Ú2-inch cookie cutter. Place onto prepared cookie sheets. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until just beginning to brown around edges. Cool on cookie sheet 2 minutes; remove to cooling rack. Cool completely.
Tip: If planning to cut with intricate cutters, chill dough 30 minutes before rolling and cutting. This ensures the cookies will hold their detailed shape.
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Photos at Nancy's greenhouse at Junque Decor.