Articles from the November 6, 2023 edition
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Rockford Resurrection
When the 100-year-old Rockford Theatre collapsed last winter, many wondered what would become of one of downtown New Rockford's most iconic and historic structures. To the relief of the entire...
Rue, Reisenauer take plea deals in DUI cases
Two individuals have been sentenced after striking unattended vehicles in New Rockford earlier this year. On July 2, 2023, Nathan Rue of Eddy County struck a parked car while driving on 1st Avenue...
Grann starts at QB for Jimmies
Johnny Grann, a 2021 NR-S graduate and Sheyenne native, has been turning heads at the University of Jamestown recently. Grann, now in his junior year at university, has been the Jimmies fourth string...
Tidings of Comfort and Joy?
When you’re grieving the death of a family member or friend, you may dread the holiday season. Thoughts of social gatherings, family traditions and obligations leave you anxious and overwhelmed. Your sadness can seem unbearable. You may wish you co...
Salute to Veterans
On this Veterans Day, November 11, 2023, we take the time to recognize those men and women who entered the Armed Forces of the United States of America. Many came home, many did not. The New Rockford... Full story
Raffle Winners
The winners of the Eagles Auxiliary Raffle were drawn on Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Eagles Club Craft and Bake Sale. Congrats to these winners! Janel Fortney, $250 cash; Kari Benson, $100 cash; Marilyn Gedrose, $100 cash; Josh Guler, $50 Eagles...
BOB program benefits from Our Family label donations
Best of Buddies (BOB) received $213.75 from Spartan Nash through the Direct Your Labels program. Members of the BOB group continue to sort, cut and count Our Family labels and receive $25 for every...
"A lot to be thankful for"
The Carrington Community Thanksgiving Dinner is a continuation of 23 years of tradition with dinner served at noon on Thanksgiving Day. This year's dinner will be served at Calvary Baptist Church,...
701 Rundown: November 6, 2023
Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. Explosion rocks Alexander area On Saturday, Oct. 21, an explosion occurred on an oil pad wes...
Pleasant Prairie: November 6, 2023
Wednesday, Todd Koepplin stopped by the Charlotte Koepplin home and did some errands helping get ready for winter. Friday, Karen Koepplin stopped in for a brief visit and Todd returned Friday morning and cleared the driveway of the first snow...
Talk of the Town: November 6, 2023
Calvin Packard was in Valley City Tuesday keeping a medical appointment. Saturday evening visitors at the Ken and Marvis Holte home were Cody and Amanda Bickett. They enjoyed visiting over hot chocolate. Tuesday, Shirley Packard enjoyed a phone call...
Sheyenne News: November 6, 2023
Ostby Hall bingo wrapped up for the season and will resume the first weekend in March of 2024. Bingo volunteer groups for the 2023 season were from the Sheyenne Civic Association, Sheyenne Fire Department and Sheyenne GRIT. They all deserve a break...
Chronicles of a couch writer
Would it surprise you to know that a significant amount of the newspaper has been written via iPhone these past few weeks? Well, unfortunately it has. In fact, any article written by me since the...
The man who made food shopping fun
My nephews and I were holed up at the TWA Hotel in New York on a rainy Sunday a few weeks ago, waiting to attend an evening wedding. I fiddled with my phone and laptop and scanned the TV, while explai...
We the People: Charles Evans Hughes appointed twice to the Supreme Court
Charles Evans Hughes, one of the great names in America’s judicial history, remains the only person twice appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. His remarkable resume – lawyer, governor, Secretary of State, presidential candidate, associate...
Obituary: Eilene Carlson
Eilene Carlson Omaha, Neb. Eilene T. Carlson passed away October 31, 2023 in Omaha, Neb. at the age of 75 years. She was born February 21, 1948 in Jamestown, N.D. Eilene attended first grade in Erie, N.D. and then the family moved to Fargo. She... Full story
Rockets defeat Spoilers
The final regular season game has come and gone for the New Rockford-Sheyenne volleyball team. The Rockets hosted the Region 2 Grafton Spoilers on Tuesday, Oct. 31. With this being the last game held...
Rocket runners compete at State XC
The NR-S Cross Country program has concluded their 2023 season. Head coach Joe Greiner and runners Gabe Smith, Seth Greiner and Neecie Swart traveled to Parkhurst Campground in Jamestown for the state...
Savvy Senior: How seniors can get help paying for everyday needs
Dear Savvy Senior, What types of programs are available to help seniors struggling with their everyday bills, and how do I go about finding them? Since I lost my husband last year, my Social Security...
History of New Rockford: November 6: 2023
On May 31, 1906, Horace Courtemanche was in town. Mrs. M.E. Arbogast left on a visit to Fargo. Mrs. John Olson and children left for Minneapolis, where a relative would join them on a trip to the...
Dakota Recreation Report: November 6, 2023
Outdoor notes: *Please park out of the way of other vehicles and farm equipment on prairie roads and trails. *Nov. 6: Fall crow season closes. *Nov. 10: Deer gun season opens. *Nov. 12: Sandhill crane...
Hunters encouraged to have deer tested for CWD, reminded of disposal requirements
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department will continue its Hunter-Harvested Surveillance program during the 2023 hunting season by sampling deer for chronic wasting disease from select units in the southeastern portion of the state. Samples will be...
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Rockets head to Region 4 Championship
The Class B Region 4 Volleyball tournament returned to the Devils Lake Sports Center this week. The New Rockford-Sheyenne Rockets entered the tournament as the No. 2 seed, and played the third match...
