A LIFETIME ON THE LAND. Jeff and Audrey Dahners have shared 52 years of marriage and a lifelong dedication to ranching and conservation. The couple remains actively involved in Dahners Ranch near Almont, which recently received the 2026 North Dakota Environmental Stewardship Award.

Generations of stewardship

For Jeff and Audrey Dahners, caring for the land isn't simply part of running a ranch. It's a way of life that has been passed down through generations, rooted in a deep appreciation for the land, …

A lasting tribute to the Heinles

The phrase “Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog” means more than school spirit to those who have graduated from or taught at Flasher Public School. It represents a sense of community and belonging …

What to know for the general election

Voters will cast their ballots in the Tuesday, Nov. 3, general election by either going to the polls or by ensuring their absentee ballots arrive to be counted. Polling locations will be …

E/NL parent - teacher conferences

Parent-teacher conferences for Elgin/New Leipzig students in grades PreK-12 will be held Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m., with student-led conferences scheduled for junior high and high …

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Storm rolls past Raiders, 46-30

#5 FOR THE STORM TIERNAN FLECK evades the Raider defense for a Storm touchdown on Friday night.

The Grant County/Flasher Storm football team continued its late-season momentum Friday, traveling to Richardton and coming away with a 46-30 victory over the Richardton/Taylor-Hebron Raiders. A …

Coyotes focus on confidence as postseason nears

The Grant County Coyotes volleyball team faced a pair of tough opponents last week, falling 3-1 to both Hettinger/Scranton and Beach. Despite the losses, head coach Ashley Laub saw encouraging signs …

700 wins. One Bulldog legacy.

When Flasher volleyball coach Jerlyn Gabrielson looked into the stands during last week's celebration of her 700th career victory, she was puzzled to see her daughter and sons in attendance. …

Braves Tennis makes history

Many records were set during the state tennis tournament by the Mandan Braves boys tennis team with their performance in winning the first state title in the program’s history. Winning the state …

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Behind the Headlines

It's inevitable - bad things happen all the time. I won't pretend to have answers, or claim to know what to say when they do. All I know is that it feels like a sucker punch to the gut for those …

Merrily Along

Legacy

Three funerals within a week. The last of my Tescher aunts passed. Aunt Betty. She was married to my dad’s brother Alvin. The end of a generation. We also lost another Tescher cousin: Jeff, my Aunt …

Life Under the Northern Lights

Imagine

Do you have a good imagination? If you do, you are truly blessed. Because it’s a gift. And it’s like having an internal entertainment system. Or a best buddy to keep you from ever being …

Benjamin "Ben" Moch

Benjamin “Ben” Moch, age 17, of Mandan, passed away on October 5, 2026, at Sanford Health, Bismarck, from injuries sustained in a tragic car accident. Visitation was held on Sunday, October 11, …

Taylor Fisher

Taylor Rebecca Fisher, 16, of Mandan, North Dakota, was taken from us in a tragic accident on October 2, 2026. Taylor was born on April 26, 2010, in Bismarck, North Dakota to Billy and Sue Fisher. …

Harlan Enerson

Harlan Enerson, age 84, of Bucyrus, ND, passed away October 10, 2026. He was born on April 8, 1942, in a log cabin in McIntosh, MN, to Otto and Helen Enerson. Being born in a log cabin was a …

Carol Samuelson Hummel

Carol Jean Samuelson Hummel died peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee, on September 26, 2026, at 97 years young. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Carol was the cherished daughter of the late Sven and Elva …

Kenneth Hauck

Kenneth Joseph Hauck, 83, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on September 19, 2026. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and so much more. A Mass of …

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Hit by an uninsured driver? What to know

TheZebra.com reports that 1 in 3 drivers are uninsured or underinsured, increasing financial risk for insured motorists in accidents.

How a smarter home can help families reclaim their time

(BPT) - It's a Thursday evening at home, and all you want to do is relax with your family. However, the mental list of possible to-dos stops you from being fully present with your loved ones. …

10 best cities to rent rather than own a house in 2026

TheZebra.com reports that Salt Lake City, Denver, and Austin are among the top 10 U.S. cities where renting is more affordable than buying.

6 Ways to Create a More Sustainable Bathroom

(Feature Impact) Conserving water, energy and resources is key to running an environmentally friendly household, and one of the best places to start is your bathroom. As one of the most frequently used rooms in the house, it's a small space that makes a big difference. Every flush, shower, twist of the tap and restock of restroom essentials is an opportunity to manage your ecological footprint.

Instacart's Halloween report: Reese's is No.1, regional candy quirks and the iconic banana costume

Instacart reports that Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are the top Halloween candy in 40 states, with regional quirks like HI-CHEW in Montana.