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Judge strikes down parts of ND Beef Commission law

A North Dakota judge has ruled that the law for nominating people to the panel that promotes the beef industry violates the state constitution because it gives nominating power to specific trade …

JMHCC annual meeting November 19

A report on the past and a plan for the future will be shared at Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center’s (JMHCC) annual meeting, as leaders share news about JMHCC’s six-month growth trend and …

Dahl considering acceptance of sheriff position

A former deputy with the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, Austen Dahl, defeated incumbent Terry Dillon in the race for Grant County sheriff, with Dahl gathering 656 votes and Dillon with 326 votes in …

Sioux, Grant County Farmers Unions hold annual conventions

Sioux and Grant County Farmers Union members gathered recently for their respective annual conventions, featuring legislative updates, organizational business and community activities. The Sioux …

Poll: North Dakotans worry data centers will strain power, water

Worries over how adding new data centers in the state could impact the electric bills of residents and strain local water systems are high, the latest North Dakota Poll has found.  When …

General Election held

The General Election was held on November 3, 2026. Statewide, 239,057 North Dakotans casted ballots. That is 39.82% of North Dakota’s eligible voters. In Morton County 10,363 residents casted a …
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Heartland Hardwood Supply owned by Shane and Missy Weltikol provides local woodworkers with high end products as well as a place to socialize and network with each other.
Heartland Hardwood Supply brings woodworking expertise to Mandan
Heartland Hardwood Supply is a new woodworking store in Mandan. It is owned and operated by Shane and Missy Weltikol, a local husband and wife duo who both practice woodworking. The store had a soft …
The 76th Annual Almont Lutefisk and Lefse Supper was held in Almont Legion Hall on November 7, 2026. Visit our Facebook for more photos!
Lutefisk and Lefse supper tradition continues in Almont
It’s been 76 years since the first Lutefisk and Lefse Supper was held in Almont. Synonymous with the town’s strong tradition, hundreds visited the Legion Hall this past Saturday afternoon, …
The Mandan Refinery was one of two refineries sold by Marathon to CVR Energy in a sale announced on November 3.
Marathon sells Mandan Refinery
Marathon Petroleum Corp. entered into a definitive agreement to sell two oil refineries, including the Mandan Refinery, and midstream assets to CVR Energy Inc. for $4.2 billion plus inventory. In a …
New Salem-Almont proposed School Board seat amendment passed by voters
Following last Tuesday’s special election by the New Salem-Almont School District, area voters approved a proposed amendment to change one of the Almont/Sims District school board seats to an …
Mandan School Board holds executive session
The Mandan School Board held an executive session to discuss the negotiation strategy on the sale of school district property at the end of its meeting on November 2. Mandan School Board Member …
SPORTS

Norton and Robinson named to All-District Team

Following conclusion of last week’s District Eight Volleyball Tournament, New Salem-Almont seniors Zoe Robinson and Keely Norton were both named to the All-District Team. It’s the second time in …

Braves Boys Soccer Coach resigns

Mandan Braves boys soccer coach Aaron McElwee resigned from his position on November 5. McElwee has led the boys program since the 2020 season. His final season led to the Mandan Braves boys soccer …

Zook achieves 1,000 digs during Districts

ZOEY ZOOK, TEAMMATES AND COACHES celebrate Zook achieving 1,000 digs during the Oct. 30 Hettinger/Scranton game at the District 7 Tournament in Glenn Ullin. Zook is pictured in the second row, middle, above the blue poster.

During the District 7, Division B Tournament, held in Glen Ullin on Oct. 29&30 and Nov. 2, Beach athlete Zoey Zook celebrated her own personal milestone during the Lady Buc’s defeat over the …

Sport's Notebook
Over the weekend, my friend told me she was surprised I finished a book after I had started reading it the week before. She said it takes me a while to finish books. She is right. It takes a while …
Public Notices
Carson City Council Proceedings
City of Carson November 2, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes Unapproved Present: Mayor Dawn Hanson. Council Members: Tony Zenker, Pete Reis, Patrick Diehl, Bailey Stewart. Also present: TJ …
New Leipzig City Council Proceedings
November 2, 2026 Regular session The City of New Leipzig met in regular session Monday November 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.  Members present: Ryan Roth, McKiley Wilber, Andrew Roth and …
Leith City Council Proceedings
City of Leith Minutes October 5, 2026 7:30 p.m. Meeting called to order by Mayor Schock at 4:29 p.m. Present:  Mayor Ryan Schock, Michael Bencz, Kyle Billiot and Josiah …
New England City Council Proceedings
Regular City Council Meeting Oct. 5, 2026 Mayor Kovar called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Present: Breann Krebs, Mike Grote, Rebecca Ferderer, Kristen Jung Excused: Chris Fitterer and Rex …
New England School District Proceedings
New England Public School District #9 Regular Meeting Sept. 9, 2026 The regular meeting of the New England Public School Board was called to order by President Chris Reindel at 6:16 p.m. Board …
Obituaries
Karl Holle
Karl Holle, 36, of New Salem, ND passed away peacefully from heart failure on November 4, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, November 10 at 10:30 AM at the Church of St. Joseph, …
Ruby Will
Ruby Ethel (Grosz)Will passed away at the age of 98 on Saturday October 17, 2026 at Jacobson Memorial Hospital in Elgin, North Dakota. Ruby was born December 1, 1927 on a farm north of New …
Kathryn Rose Schock
Kathryn Rose Schock left this earth at the glorious age of 77 for her Heavenly Home this last week. She has joined many family members that have gone on before including her parents, two brothers, …
Karen Amundson
Karen Elizabeth Amundson, age 67, of Fargo, ND, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on August 4, 2026. Karen was born to Richard and Rosie Granat on January 19, 1959 in Beach, ND. It was …
Pamela J. Davidson
Pamela J. Davidson, 70, of Jamestown, ND, passed away Saturday afternoon, October 24, 2026 at SMP Health - Ave Maria in Jamestown. Pamela Jean was born March 16, 1956, in Billings, MT, the daughter …
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What research shows about studying techniques and recall
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Money-saving energy tips to brave the cold months
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5 ways to manage minor aches and pains to keep running this fall
(BPT) - Fall is arguably one of the best seasons for running. The crisp, cool air brings runners a much-needed reprieve after a summer of sweaty miles and serves as a reminder to make the most of the …
American AI Models Must Become the Global Default
American AI Models Must Become the Global Default
(NewsUSA) - Leadership in artificial intelligence may come down to adoption: technological leadership matters only if American AI becomes the default choice for governments, companies, and …