Editor’s note: This is one in a continuing series of stories devoted to South Heart’s and Belfield’s new teachers and staff. Folks who grew up in Southwest North Dakota – particularly South …
Since July 31, 2026, Billings County has been under a series of burn restrictions, and after a special meeting hosted on Sept. 25, those requirements will remain in effect until further notice. The …
What better way to get ready for those colder temperatures than to celebrate autumn’s changing leaves on Belfield’s trees? With that in mind – plus a look ahead toward gathering more …
While the term “growing like a weed” isn’t technically what any agriculture teacher or FFA adviser wants as their students learn proper techniques for farming and ag-related business, it …
Without adequate communication skills, it’s nearly impossible to learn. With that understanding in mind, Jessie Shypkowski – the new South Heart speech and language pathologist – is assisting …
What exactly is a “paraprofessional?” For those who haven’t seen positions for the job listed on Facebook or school websites, these individuals provide aid to teachers and students, work in the …
Summertime has come and gone for area students, and with the start of the 2026-27 school year comes the opening of North Dakota FFA and 4-H career development and judging contests. Between Belfield, …
You’ve heard of those who “go to the ends of the earth” to do what they love. For Chelsey Storlie, it isn’t quite that extreme—with her living just under 58 miles away in Bowman—but she …
Moving from one rural environment to another might sound easy, but what makes it easier is having a team beside any teacher who is new to the area and school. Angelina Schweble is one of many new …
The State Board of Higher Education on Thursday voted to repeal a ban on TikTok for devices owned by North Dakota public colleges and universities. The move follows Gov. Kelly Armstrong’s action …
With an estimated 500 to 600 people coming to Medora for the 24th annual Medora Balloon Festival, the event provided a boost for local businesses while giving visitors a chance to watch hot air …
Both chambers of Congress return to Capitol Hill this week for a brief session before heading back to the campaign trail until mid-November. The House will be in for one week and the Senate for …
The new school year just got underway in August, and the 2026-27 North Dakota FFA calendar is on the horizon. But Belfield students already have their sights set on the state convention next year. In …
Fourteen "Trees Award" winners from across the state were recognized at the 36th Trees Bowl and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, August 29th, 2026. The Trees Awards recognize individuals, organizations, …
It was becoming somewhat noticeable during Sutton Johnson’s sophomore season that he was headed toward something bigger. Now a junior at Belfield High School, Johnson has certainly leapt out of the …
As the Belfield community has seen an influx of some new businesses—not to mention the success of long-established companies in their own right—three enterprising 11-year-old boys have jumped on …
Susann Wolf, an EMT with Belfield/Billings County EMS was recently recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians for achieving 40 consecutive years of National EMS …
As the Northern Pacific Railway made its way across Dakota Territory, it eventually reached what is now known as Billings County. The first siding there was called Fogarty, named for a railroad …
For a teacher getting to know a new group of students, having a familiar connection to the community can be a boost. For Alysha Ridl – who joined the staff at Belfield Public School this year – …
The first few days of school can be overwhelming for students and teachers, but when a new principal takes over, there is a great deal on their plate. Jerrica Smith was named the K-12 principal at …
