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  • In Studio

    Nathan Price|Nov 27, 2023

    Every aspiring photographer dreams of one day having their own professional studio, and Kayahna Hopfauf, a 2021 graduate of NR-S, was no different. Now, after more than a year of offering professional photography services in the area, Hopfauf has finally turned that dream into reality. Located at 303 1st Street South in New Rockford – the building where Halvorson Auto was located – the official KayElla Photography studio offers a great location for year-round photo shoots. "Honestly, just to...

  • Shroyer receives service award

    Nathan Price|Nov 27, 2023

    Rural communities are only functional if there are dedicated residents willing to stick around and step into important roles. One such resident in Eddy County is Danny Shroyer, who first joined the board for the Eddy County Soil Conservation District (SCD) back in 1998, and has stuck with it ever since. Now, he's in his 25th year on the board, and the good work he's done hasn't gone unrecognized. At the 85th annual meeting of the North Dakota Association of Soil Conservation Districts held Nov....

  • Rockets return to State B Volleyball

    Nov 27, 2023

    The New Rockford-Sheyenne Rockets finished in sixth place at the State Class B Volleyball Tournament in Fargo. Keep an eye out for our special section coming next week with highlights, stats and photos from all three matches!...

  • NR-S School Board outlines long range strategic plan for 2023-27

    Nathan Price|Nov 27, 2023

    The New Rockford-Sheyenne School Board is currently reviewing plans for the next four years, with a final vote to come at their next regular board meeting. The NR-S board first began the strategic planning process by hiring a consultant, Jeffry Schatz, and by forming a planning committee. The planning committee met with Schatz three times this summer to come up with the plan, and a writing team was assembled to draft the official document presented to the board on Monday, Nov. 13. “Our s...

  • Shop with the Sheriff event set for Dec. 11

    Nov 27, 2023

    The Eddy County Sheriff's Office is at it again. On Monday, Dec. 11, deputies, highway patrol and other law enforcement officers from around the area will host the annual Shop with the Sheriff event. This program gives youngsters a unique local shopping experience and fosters positive relationships with law enforcement. Any child ages 6-13 is welcome to participate in this fun holiday tradition. After signing up, participants will report to the Eddy County Courthouse at the designated time. From there, kids climb into the back of a squad car...

  • Full slate of topics on tap at Central Dakota Ag Day

    Nov 27, 2023

    The Central Dakota Ag Day program offers 18 concurrent seminars of interest to farmers, ranchers and others. North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension plans to host the annual Central Dakota Ag Day on Friday, Dec. 15, at the Carrington Research Extension Center (CREC). The daylong program includes opportunities to learn about crop production, weed management, veterinary issues and crop and livestock market outlooks. The event begins with coffee and doughnuts at 9:30 a.m. Rancher Doug Bichler of Linton, N.D. will deliver the keynote...

  • 701 Rundown: Nov. 27, 2023

    Nathan Price|Nov 27, 2023

    Here’s your weekly rundown of some of the most interesting headlines from newspapers across North Dakota. BNSF trains still blocking both railroad crossings in city of Buxton Buxton city leaders renewed their frustrations with BNSF Railway at a meeting on Nov. 8 following more reports that BNSF trains had blocked both railroad crossings in the city. Mayor Travis Soderberg said he received angry calls and texts from the residents on Oct. 27, complaining that BNSF trains sat idle on the tracks i...

  • Pleasant Prairie: Nov. 27, 2023

    Charlotte Koepplin|Nov 27, 2023

    Sunday visitor at the Margie Anderson home was daughter Patti Larson. Jimmy Indergaard enjoyed visiting over supper Thursday at the Andy and Ruth Braaten home. He repeated the visit and a supper Saturday and Sunday. Gary and Kathy Anderson were among the guests at the recent wedding of Danny Bertness in Fargo. Andy Anderson of California flew in for the happy occasion. Last Tuesday morning, Charlotte Koepplin drove to Carrington where she took care of medical business. Tuesday visitors at the Jimmy Indergaard home were Dennis and Fran Walen....

  • Hovdenes, Pretzer receive the Act of Humankindness Award

    Nov 27, 2023

    CHI St. Alexius Health – Carrington Medical Center recently announced that Jodi Hovdenes, president, and Becky Pretzer, executive assistant, are the recipients of the prestigious Act of Humankindness Award. This award is a national honor recognizing individuals who have made an extraordinary impact on the lives of their patients and colleagues, embodying the true spirit of the CommonSpirit mission. The Act of Humankindness Award, presented annually by CommonSpirit Health, is a testament to i...

  • Sheyenne News: Nov. 27, 2023

    Patti Clifton|Nov 27, 2023

    Jan Loe and Steph were in Fargo on Wednesday, Nov. 14. While there, they did some shopping. Peter Larson and Joanna spent Nov 14-16 in Hanover, Germany, attending Agritechnica, the world’s largest agricultural machinery expo. They were impressed with the extensive quantity of equipment and tractor brands available. Europe’s ag machinery market appeared more competitive and diverse than North America’s. Also impressive was the array of specialized equipment. After the expo, they traveled to Berlin for sight seeing and museums. Deanna Erick...

  • Talk of the Town: Nov. 27, 2023

    Charlotte Koepplin|Nov 27, 2023

    Merita and Adnan Aldayel were happy to welcome Merita's sisters, Linda (Dablow) and husband Craig Fenske of Grand Forks, and Carol (Dablow) Boyd and son Michael of Merritt Island, Fla. They arrived on the 10th of November and enjoyed several days reminiscing and catching up on family. The gals especially enjoyed visiting over coffee and goodies with their aunt Dorothy Schaefer. Being deer hunting season, Adnan treated the guys to a country drive to see what kind of hunting action was going on. The holidays are coming. Calvin Packard was at...

  • Editorial: It's Small Business Season

    Amy Wobbema|Nov 27, 2023

    The countdown to Christmas is on. As I write this, December 25 is exactly 34 days away. That means it's time for our annual Winterfest edition of the Transcript, full of all things local for the holidays. I came across a meme posted on the New Rockford Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page a few days ago that really hit me. It read, "Big companies won't notice your purchase over the next couple months. But small businesses will, and it might even change their life." It's true. Small,... Full story

  • NR-S students submit letters to the Eddy County Commission

    Nov 27, 2023

    Editor's Note: This is the third installment in a series. The Transcript is printing four letters per week until all are published. Dear County Commissioners, My name is Kylan Bergrud and I am a third grader at New Rockford-Sheyenne School in New Rockford, N.D. I am writing to you today because I am concerned about gas prices in our town. This is an issue that affects me, my family, and my community because so our community has enough money for food. I believe that this issue is important because our community will not have enough money for bil...

  • "Justice William O. Douglas: Horatio Alger of the Supreme Court"

    David Adler|Nov 27, 2023

    William O. Douglas, the longest-serving Supreme Court justice in American history (1939-1975) – whose outsized life on and off the bench required two autobiographical volumes, and inspired devoted followers and passionate detractors – was at the center of the Court’s most important 20th century rulings. President Franklin D. Roosevelt might have expected as much when he nominated Douglas, just 40 years old, to replace Justice Louis Brandeis, who was forced by a heart attack to leave the Judicial Palace. At the time of his appointment, Dougl...

  • Obituary: Weston Rudel

    Nov 27, 2023

    Weston Rudel Fessenden, N.D. Weston Wilfred Rudel, 100, of Fessenden, N.D., passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at St. Aloisius Nursing Home in Harvey, N.D. Memorial Services were at 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023 at First Lutheran Church in Fessenden with Pastor Shirley Teske officiating. Visitation began one hour prior to the service. Burial took place at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to: Wells County Historical Society, P.O. Box 261; or First Lutheran... Full story

  • Sermonette: Community

    Amy Kippen|Nov 27, 2023

    Beloved Community of God, Pastor Amy writing to you today about community! I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what it means for all of us to be a community together, and also reflecting on how much this community has truly become my home over these last years. In 1 Peter 4:8–11, Peter explores the profound significance and transformative power of community in our Christian journey. 1 Peter 4:8: "Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins." In this verse, Peter implores us to place love at the for...

  • Living on Purpose: Giving thanks with an attitude of gratitude

    Billy Holland|Nov 27, 2023

    We just celebrated Veterans Day and we are so thankful for being able to live in a country where we are not being held under the terror of a dictator. Our son is a Marine and we have always been very proud of him. He was injured in the service and has suffered every day since, but he keeps pressing forward and does the best he can. My family has personally suffered loss from war and has a deep appreciation for the sacrifice these men and women have made to protect our country. My uncle, Kenny...

  • Tips for getting kids involved in holiday traditions

    Nov 27, 2023

    (StatePoint) The holiday season is a magical time of year filled with cherished traditions that bring families together. And while gift-giving is one of the most beloved customs (especially for children), it can sometimes overshadow the true spirit of the season. Here are a few festive winter activities that focus on quality time together and spreading joy. 1. Spread joy with kid-created cards. According to a recent survey from AmericanGreetings.com, nearly 90 percent of Americans say that...

  • Winterfest Holiday Feature: Nov. 27, 2023

    Nov 27, 2023

    Our annual Winterfest feature is filled with all things local for the holidays - we have options for local shopping, gifting, crafting and cooking! Our local gift guide is loaded with great gifts you can purchase right here at home, and we've also included recipes for holiday treats, instructions to make handmade ornaments, a Christmas word find puzzle and more! Download the full feature here as a pdf - https://www.newrockfordtranscript.com/home/cms_data/dfault/pdfs/misc/2023-11-27.pdf Holiday... Full story

  • Savvy Senior: Smart home devices to help seniors age in place

    Jim Miller|Nov 27, 2023

    Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve been talking to my mobility-challenged mother, who lives alone, about automating her house with some smart home products to make it more convenient. She’s very interested but we’d like to get your opinion as to which types of smart devices are most helpful for seniors aging in place. Searching Daughter Dear Searching, If your mother is game, smart home products – such as smart lights, video doorbells and voice-activated speakers – can be very useful for aging in place....

  • History of New Rockford: Nov. 27, 2023

    K. C. Gardner Jr.|Nov 27, 2023

    On June 23, 1906, a report showed the Early Settlers’ Association had $320.85 in its treasury. Miss Margaret Ford returned from the Valley City State Normal School, which she had been attending. Miss Eva Hawthorn returned from eastern Wells County, having completed her term as a teacher. Mrs. Frances Wilson of Sheyenne visited friends between trains. Erick Lindstrom went to Denhoff to make improvements on his homestead. Cement sidewalk contractor F.C. Davies went to Carrington on business. Miss Ethel Bauer returned to her home near Bowdon after...

  • Dakota Recreation Report: Nov. 27, 2023

    Patricia Stockdill|Nov 27, 2023

    Outdoor notes: *Deer hunters need to beware of carcass and licensing transportation regulations. *Beware of the potential for thin ice on wetlands and lakes when hunting, including when bird hunting with dogs. *Please park out of the way of other vehicles and farm equipment on prairie roads and trails. *Nov. 27: N.D. Game and Fish Dept. public advisory meeting, Esmond Fire Hall, 7 p.m. *Nov. 27: Mountain lion Late Season Zone 1 opens. *Nov. 29: Dove season closes. *Dec. 1: Muzzleloader deer...

  • Holiday Happenings 2023

    Nov 27, 2023

    There are many opportunities to shop, mingle and celebrate in our community this holiday season. Click the link to view a sampling of the local happenings scheduled throughout the next few weeks. The New Rockford Transcript, New Rockford Area Chamber of Commerce and local merchants encourage you to make it a hometown holiday! Holiday Happenings - https://www.newrockfordtranscript.com/home/cms_data/dfault/pdfs/misc/2023-11-27.pdf...