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In this issue:
News: Pembina County 4-H Clothing Revue winners have been named, Pg. A2
Community: Pembina County Emergency Food Pantry seeks financial and food donations, Pg. A6
Lifestyle: Learn about cut flower care just in time for Valentine’s Day, Pg. A7
Great entertainment to support local charity
Friday, February 14, 2025
Volume 4, Number 6
Langdon Gym hosts first-ever s c h o o l d ay g a m e
Get ready for an afternoon featuring ‘Dueling Gospel Pianos,’ with uplifting sing-along gospel songs, guest musicians, and a chance to support a local charity. Join us at Cavalier Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Feb. 16, at 2:00 PM for a musical celebration. The event will feature ‘Dueling Gospel Pianos’ with Elsie Magnus of Langdon and Cheryl Hartz of Cavalier. These two musicians have been enjoying spontaneous duets during worship at Cavalier Presbyterian and decided it was time to share their joy with the community. Together, they make great music. Elsie began playing as a young person during family gatherings and then as a cornet player in school band. Her love for music turned into a career, as she taught music in Pembina and Cavalier County schools. She loves sharing her musical talent any opportunity she gets. She also serves as supply pastor at Cavalier Presbyterian. Hartz had about six months of formal piano lessons as a child and then she learned to play chords which led to her piano playing style; in school band she was a trumpet player. She is a natural when it comes to music, as she has perfect pitch and loves to harmonize. Hartz serves as an accompanist at Trinity Methodist Church and has served as accompanist for several musical groups. The event will also feature guest musicians Shawn Carrier, Ryan Magnus, Penny Scheflo, and Curtis Stegman, who will showcase their own musical talents and share in the joy of the performance. Cavalier Presbyterian is pleased to partner with Growing Hope in Pembina County, a non-profit organization dedicated to offering support and hope to those battling cancer in Pembina County. To benefit this important cause, an offering will be taken. A representative from Growing Hope will provide an overview of their mission. Bring your voice and join in the fun singing beloved gospel songs including ‘When the Roll is Called Up Yonder,’ ‘Turn Your Radio On,’ ‘Put Your Hand in the Hand,’ and many more. Song sheets will be provided, so everyone can join in! Cavalier Presbyterian Church is located at 1061 St. S. in Cavalier and is handicap accessible.
On Feb. 7, the Langdon-Munich Cardinals hosted the North Star Bearcats in an inaugural school-day boys basketball game which featured the entire student bodies from Langdon and Munich to cheer on the Cards. Read more about this exciting game and others starting on page B1. Photo by Larry Stokke.
CAVALIER COUNTY CANCER CRUSADERS CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GIVING By Rebecca Davis
The Cavalier County Cancer Crusaders (CCCC) closed out 2024 on a high note, continuing their mission to support local families affected by cancer. Since its founding in September 2017, the nonprofit has assisted 116 families throughout Cavalier County. “I was the president of the Cavalier County American Cancer Society, and people would always ask why the money raised couldn’t stay local,” said CCCC president Kathy Muhs. “I had to tell them we couldn’t because we were part of the American Cancer Society. So in 2017, I started a nonprofit group—and the rest is history.” This year, the organization raised an impressive $73,416 with $62,400 donated directly to families in need. The success of their fundraising efforts is a testament to the generosity of the community and the dedication of CCCC’s volunteers. 2024 Fundraising highlights:
•Spring & Fall Rummage Sales: $22,897 •50/50 Raffle: $4,000 in total sales Winner Jason Spanier took home $2,000 but generously donated back $500, bringing the total raised to $2,500 •Roy Family Match: $16,023.61 donated between Nov. 1 and Dec. 15 Matched with an additional $10,000 from the Roy family, bringing the total to $26,023.61 A heartfelt thank you As CCCC reflects on another successful year, they extend their deepest gratitude to everyone who has contributed to their mission. “We truly would not be here doing this if not for you and your generous donations,” said Muhs. “Your support allows us to continue helping families in their time of need.” Upcoming Spring Rummage Sale CCCC is gearing up for its annual
Spring Rummage Sale, scheduled for April 29 through May 3 at American Legion Post 98 in Langdon. Sale hours will be 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Donations can be dropped off at the Legion on April 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Last year’s rummage sales raised just under $23,000, and the organization is hopeful for another strong turnout. Volunteers are always welcome, especially high school students looking to earn community service hours. “We absolutely appreciate the help and are more than happy to provide those volunteer hours,” said Muhs. As CCCC moves into 2025, their mission remains the same: to ease the financial burden of cancer for local families while fostering a community of support and hope. For more information or to get involved, contact Kathy Muhs, 701370-5222 or 701-256-3342.
CAFE COMEBACK: Local owners revive Munich eatery after hiatus By Hilary Nowatzki
Thanks to some dedicated community members and one determined manager, a cafe in Munich is back in business after being closed since the onset of the Covid pandemic. Within the walls of a small bowling alley in Munich, a cafe serving American classics is back in business and serving up home cooked fixings. Kim Fife is the tenacious soul who plans to fire up the grill each day at the Munich Cafe. She is a native of Egeland and a cook who was looking for her next adventure as the Munich Cafe was preparing to revamp. They just recently reopened the doors on Feb. 10. For now, it’s a soft opening with a limited menu, including a buffet and other simple servings being dished up in crock pots, while the cafe waits for a few final loose ends to be wrapped up. “A group of people in Munich own the building and have not been open since Covid hit, and [we] have found somebody that is wanting to run it. So we're opening it up,” said Steven Zim-
mer, one of the Munich residents who is helping Fife with the undertaking.
Zimmer explained. “She's going to kind of just see what works and try to do as much as she can and at the same time be able to make enough money to make it worthwhile.”
According to Zimmer, the cafe had been closed for so long that they had to renew many of their codes to keep them up to the state’s standards. One of the main safety appliances they are waiting to have installed is an Ansul fire suppression system, which Zimmer hopes to be there next week. Zimmer expressed deep gratitude to the Munich Area Development Corporation, which generously donated funding to upgrade the fire protection systems. “I want to thank them for that donation. Without it, I'm not sure we would have been able to open the cafe again,” Zimmer added. “Once we get the system put in, which should only be a week or so from now, she'll be able to open up, and we'll probably have a grand opening at that point.” Once fully opened, the small building will serve traditional cafe food, such as burgers, chicken strips, and fries. Zimmer said they are planning to also
The Munich Cafe and Bowling Alley still has active leagues competing under their roof. Community members are welcome to come in and knock down some pins whenever they are open as well. Zimmer is happy to see the other half of the building coming back to life now, he said.
host a daily buffet along with a hot dish, soup, and sandwiches as well. Come summertime, the cafe may offer more amenities.
On top of summertime service, Fife has specific plans to try and serve hard working farmers when they are out in the fields.
“[Fife] was thinking about opening for breakfast starting in the summer and doing some possible weekend meals and doing whatever it takes to keep it open,” stated Zimmer.
“[Fife] is looking at ways of being able to serve farmers without necessarily being open for meals the whole time, doing to-go meals, possibly making sandwiches, those kinds of things,”
“We're trying to get the other half of the building used while the lanes are used during the winter,” said Zimmer. “The cafe is just kind of sitting there right now, and [we’re] thinking that the community needs it and wants it, and so we’re trying to get that back open as well.” For now, the cafe’s hours are 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. daily. To keep up with happenings at the business, visit their facebook page titled ‘Munich Cafe & Bowling Alley’ or call 701-682-5227.