Veteran’s Day has come and gone, but the duty of honoring our fallen heroes remains important year-round- especially for those who make it a crucial part of their lives. In the case of …

When Alyssa Fitzger ald began to ponder the idea of New Salem Hun ger Relief several years ago, she had hoped and prayed that the organi zation would be an avail able resource for those in need. As …

After an impressive 18-8 regular season and two wins in the District Eight volleyball tournament, the New Salem-Almont Lady Holsteins volleyball season came to an end last Monday after a defeat to …

Mike Bitz, the Super intendent of Mandan Public Schools, has seen major changes to both the education system and Mandan itself during his tenure in the city. Now, after almost 14 years in the …

The week of Indepen dence Day is often Man dan’s busiest time of year, as Rodeo Days and the annual parade draw tremendous crowds in and outside of the county. It goes without saying that next …

With the winter sea son getting closer, it is helpful to remember our protocol and process for making weather-related decisions for school. Prior to the consid eration for any type of closure, delay, …

For most members of Mandan High School’s band, their performance on Monday, November 3, seemed much like any other: a simple show to practice their skills and entertain the commu nity at large, …

Every year, the city of Almont hosts a Lutefisk and Lefse supper that sees families, friends, and travelers from in and out of the state of North Dakota gather in the Almont Legion Hall. Celebrating …

For years, the New Salem Volunteer Fire Depart ment has hosted their Firemen’s ball as a communi ty event centered around Halloween, support for the department and support for the city of New …

New Salem-Almont’s high school drama team are hard at work rehearsing for their performance at the regional competition, which takes place next Wednesday, November 12. Originally rehears ing …

The City of Almont has been awarded $1 million in funds from the North Dakota Com munity Development Block Grant program (CDBG) to support vital infrastructure, public safety and accessibility …

Trick-or-treating is a staple of Halloween Night, but it certainly isn’t without its risks, and there are plenty of dangers that both children and their parents have to worry about during their …

Every year, the North Dakota Department of Commerce awards Destination and Devel opment grants to cities and towns looking to spearhead new visi tor-drawing initiatives. This year, the Morton Mandan …

As anyone who cel ebrates Halloween in North Dakota knows, the state is no stranger to the idea of haunted houses. This is especial ly clear in Morton Coun ty, which is home to Fort Abraham Lincoln …

With the 98th Annual National FFA Conven tion taking place in In dianapolis this week, 22 New Salem-Almont FFA members are current ly away attending and competing at the con vention. Having left on …

Around 14 murals of various mediums now line the alley behind Main Street from 1st Avenue NW to 2nd Avenue NW as a part of Mandan’s new Art Alley. The alley was officially unveiled on Wednes …

Every year, the city of Mandan hosts its Busi ness Pitch Challenge to reward strong plans from future business owners. During each of these events, judges award sizable funding to a business idea …

School is back in ses sion, and so are its elec tives- including theater. In the case of Mandan High School, October 11, 12, and 13 marked the beginning of their play season, as performers started on …

For one final time, the 2025-2026 New Salem-Al mont Holsteins football team took the field in front of their home crowd in New Salem. Friday evening’s game at Gaebe Field pinned the Hol steins …

National Fire Preven tion Week provides an annual opportunity for the National Fire Protec tion Association and fire departments, like the New Salem Volunteer Fire Department, to help educate and …