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First Lutheran Church hosted a blood drive with Vitalant, formerly United Blood Services, on Nov. 29 in New Rockford which helped collect a total of 67 units of blood for patients in need. A total of 62 individuals volunteered to donate blood and 57 individuals were able to donate. A total of 10 donors also came forward to donate Power Red Cells (2RBC) which collects two units of red blood cells while returning platelets, plasma and a saline solution back to the donor. There were five people who volunteered for the first time. Vitalant...
On Sunday, Dec. 2, about 150 preschool and elementary youth took part in the annual Santa Day events hosted by the New Rockford Area Chamber of Commerce, New Rockford Lions Club and Rockford Theatre. They enjoyed a showing of the animated movie "Incredibles 2," played carnival games, visited with Santa and cashed in their tickets for fun prizes. No doubt Santa's ear was perked many times as the children delivered their Christmas wish lists. Many of them posed for photos taken by the NR-S Dial...
In a move that marked the end of an era, long time Eddy County Road Supervisor Irvin Loe hung up the keys to his old blade for the last time on Nov. 30. Loe began his career in the 1950s working for Campbell Construction Company, where he worked for 20 years. It was the kind of place, Loe described, that "(you) started out picking rock and then would kind of work your way up, running the packer, the water truck and then finally, the blade." In Loe's job with the Campbells, he traveled with them...
On Monday, Dec. 3, the New Rockford City Commission approved a proposal from Alan’s Furnace Service to replace the heating system in the Brown Memorial Auditorium. The downtown public facility hosted Santa Day this past weekend, and twice Paul Fortney of Viking Electric was called in to fix the aging boiler in the days prior to the event. The boiler quit for the first time on Monday, Nov. 26, and Fortney replaced the motor and a fan. Then, late Saturday night Mary Seiler, the Brown’s mai...
Gov. Doug Burgum presented the 66th Legislative Assembly with the 2019-21 Executive Budget, which structural balance, improves transparency and replenishes reserves without any tax increases. Burgum noted the budget makes significant investments in infrastructure, education, behavioral health, team member compensation, legacy projects and other priorities while ensuring state government lives within its means. Building reserves and solvency The Executive Budget proposes $14.3 billion in overall revenues and expenditures. This includes $4.6...
DEVILS LAKE, N.D.—Hunter Hanson, 21, of Leeds, N.D., is a young man in a hurry. Over the past three years, he has seemed to be an entrepreneurial wonder, registering seven businesses with the state of North Dakota. In early November, the North Dakota Public Service Commission (PSC) started getting complaints on two of his businesses—Midwest Grain Trading company and NoDak Grain, both based in Devils Lake. As of Nov. 21, Konrad Crockford, director of the PSC compliance division, says calls have come in related to some $5 million to $6 mil...
Charlotte Koepplin gave nephew Aaron a call one day to see how he was doing after hip replacement surgery Monday, Nov. 26 in Fargo. He was home the next day and he is doing well on the road to recovery. Esther Indergaard, Andy and Ruth Braaten were Sunday evening visitors and supper guests at the Jimmy Indergaard home. All helped put up and decorate Jimmy's Christmas tree. Saturday morning Charlotte Koepplin took 100th birthday greetings and goodies to her Uncle Ervin Longnecker. Ervin was awaiting the arrival of second cousin Cindy Longnecker...
The Eddy County Commission meeting on Dec. 4 signaled change. Neal Rud took his oath of office, something that each of the elected officials do on an annual basis. Commissioners Neal Rud and Glenda Collier said that Dave Gehrtz, newly elected to the commission, will attend the next county commission meeting and take the oath of office at that time. Gehrtz will also begin representing Eddy County at the Lake Region Law Enforcement Center meetings. Ashley Lies, Eddy County State’s A...
Martin and Eloise Lucht drove to Devils Lake Friday, where Martin had an eye appointment. Wednesday, Judy McKnight picked up Shirley Packard and they were among the gals at Kindred Sisters Bible Study group at the Margie Bohnet home. Saturday, daughter Amanda Bickett made a special 40th anniversary supper for parents Ken and Marvis Holte at their home. Later Cody Bickett, Fayette Rink and friend Frank arrived with good wishes and all enjoyed a special cake for the occasion. Friday found Shirley Packard and Calvin driving to Devils Lake where...
There is another centenarian among us in Eddy County. Ervin Longnecker of New Rockford celebrated his 100th birthday on Monday, Dec. 3. Longnecker lives alone on his farm east of New Rockford and makes regular trips to town. The American Legion recognized Longnecker with a cake and celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 4. Longnecker proudly served in the U.S. Army from December 11, 1942 until December 14, 1945. He has been a member of the American Legion for 63 years....
Lester and Jackie Roberts visited James Nelson on Friday. Monday and Tuesday, Randy and Charlotte Simon attended Maddock fifth grade basketball games in Maddock. The fifth graders won their games against Harvey and New Rockford. Randy and Charlotte’s grandson, Easton Simon, is a member of the team. Heidi, Max and Elin Thompson of Grand Forks spent the weekend at the Simon farm. Saturday afternoon, Charlotte, Heidi, Max and Elin visited Charlotte’s mom, Joan Bosch at the Care Center in Rugby. Sunday, the Simons, Heidi, Max and Elin enjoyed the...
Jan Loe met May Fleischer for lunch one day last week in Devils Lake. On Saturday, Jan was at the vendor fair in Devils Lake on Saturday where she showed Steph Loe's photography and artwork. Patti Clifton attended the Christmas vendor show in New Rockford on Saturday. Monday, Jan picked up Barb Eversvik and her daughter DeeDee and Roxanne Laugsand at the airport in Devils Lake. The ladies were returning from a trip to Hawaii where they attended the wedding of Barb's son and enjoyed some sightseeing as well....
After 11 months of study, the 15-member task force on higher education proposed the addition of two new boards to the present system. At the same time, NDSU Economics Professor Beth Ingrim is pointing to the oncoming drought of high school graduates. In an article circulating in North Dakota newspapers, Professor Ingrim points out that even though North Dakota has a higher than average fertility rate, we are not producing enough high school seniors to sustain the present system of higher educati...
With the result of the midterm elections coming into clearer focus, it is now clear that Democrats will hold a comfortable majority in the House of Representatives come January. While one's reaction to this alteration of the power structure hinges upon his or her political preferences, there is one potential aspect of this change that most are begrudging: the prospect of watching yet another do-nothing Congress fueled by the childish obstinance of both sides. Poll after poll indicates that the American people detest when legislative branch...
Good grief! With everything in everyday American life politicized, count on someone, somewhere, being offended by something, anything— even classic Christmas TV specials. A recent “Huffington Post” tweet promoting a video about a holiday classic says "'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' is seriously problematic." Why? Because Rudolph's father, Donner, verbally abuses him for being different; because Santa is a bigot who mocks Donner for having an odd son; because the school coach encourages the o...
On Sunday, Dec. 2, the high school youth gathered for the second annual gingerbread house decorating contest at the First Lutheran Church located in New Rockford. It was a stiff competition, the room was quiet, nothing was stirring, not even a mouse, as the wheels of creativity begin to spin. The kids had a great time as Pastor Doug Nemitz wandered around giving his words of encouragement. Voting has begun and will continue through Sunday Dec. 16. The winner will be announced on Sunday, Dec. 23...
I’m sure that most of us have dreamed about accomplishing something but discovered that our goal was not going to be easy. Some individuals, maybe yourself, became so determined to succeed that nothing could prevent them from achieving their vision. So, what causes a person to be so passionate and excited about what they love and where do we find this ability to focus and the internal drive to persevere even in the face of incredible resistance and seemingly impossible challenges? Can anyone d...
The minor prophet, Habakkuk, spoke the word of God to the people of Israel in the midst of them being captured, massacred and pillaged. The powerful Babylonians, lead by viscous King Nebuchadnezzar had destroyed the temple, and taken the people of Israel into captivity. Back into slavery, where they’d be for 70 years. How long, Lord, must I call for help, but you do not listen? Or cry out to you, “Violence!” but you do not save? (Habakkuk 1:2) Habakkuk’s cry is the cry of every human heart. We see the violence around us: mass shootin...
On Feb. 15, 1902, John West and his son Eddie were in from Tiffany. Martin Walsh and Peter McAvoy of Morris were in on business. Two young farmers from Iowa, John H. Scherer and Oral A. Heather, filed on a quarter of land in Eddy County after looking around North Dakota for three weeks. About noon on Sunday, Feb. 16, fire destroyed the house on B.G. Allen’s farm 4 miles northeast of New Rockford. The fire was of unknown origin. That evening a daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. William E...
Dear Savvy Senior, I will turn 65 in a few months and will be enrolling in Medicare, but I am concerned about Medicare’s coverage of dental care. Does Medicare cover dental procedures? And if not, where can I get dental coverage? Almost 65 Dear Almost, Medicare’s coverage of dental care is extremely limited. It will not cover routine dental care including checkups, cleanings or fillings, and it won’t pay for dentures either. Medicare will, however, cover some dental services if they are required...
Dec. 11, 2018 — When World War I broke out, a large number of North Dakotans still had fairly strong ties to the old country. At this time in 1916, the Bismarck Tribune published a story that showed the lengths to which some had to go to prove they weren’t spies for the enemy: “The North Dakota railroad commission is a firm believer in ‘Safety First,’” the story read. “That is why the commissioners, when they [soon] enter Canada..., will be armed with showy, official letters of introduction from Governor Hanna [stating] Messrs Stuttsman, An...
The Rocket girls had their hands full in Rugby during the CNDC Basketball Tournament. They lost a close one in the first round, rebounded to defeat Drake-Anamoose (D-A) by a wide margin and ended with a tough loss to Towner-Grandville-Upham (T-G-U) to finish sixth overall. The stats of all three games are listed below. First Round Nov. 29 Glenburn 12 7 10 14 = 43 NR-S 8 9 10 8 = 35 Glenburn: Mckenna Rolland 16, Sierra Hansen 8, Baylee Buchmeier 6, Nadia Post 5, Morgan McIver 4, Brenna Nelson 2...
The New Rockford-Sheyenne (NR-S) girls basketball team traveled to Cando to play North Star on Dec. 4. They were defeated by a score of 54-46. NR-S 16 16 8 6 = 46 North Star 15 10 9 10 = 54 Varsity Stats NR-S: Hannah Haley 13, Dani Bjerke 10, Alli Dockter 9, Cassie Longnecker 8, Carli Lies 6. Totals: 22 field goals, 0-0 free throws, 15 fouls. North Star: Mya Halverson 15, Danielle Hagler 12, Sydney Status 8, Madison Peters 7, Jasmine Heoster 5, McKenzie Peters 4, Grace Miller 3. Totals: 21 field goals, 5-12 free throws, 10 fouls. Three...
Outdoor notes: *Ice is never completely safe. Avoid areas with vegetation, moving water, pressure ridges and springs. Check conditions as you go along on the ice. *Arrowwood and Lake Alice Nat’l. Wildlife Refuges open for late season upland bird hunting. Check with refuge headquarters for closed areas and refuge-specific regulations. *Dec. 8: High Plains duck, merganser, coot and snipe seasons open. *Dec. 16: Zone 3 Canada goose and deer muzzleloader seasons close. *Dec. 18: Valley City C...
Sandra Larson and three other teens from North Dakota were selected to attend the 97th annual National 4-H Congress, Nov. 23-27, in Atlanta, Ga. There were 915 4-H'ers from 44 states and Puerto Rico who met in Atlanta for this educational and cross-cultural opportunity. Speakers from diverse backgrounds, including Miss America 2019, motivated the students to reach their full potential while serving others. Some highlights of the trip included science workshops, a service project at an...
