Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883

Does North Dakota need another addiction?

Do we have nicotine?

Yes, as much as we can smoke.

Do we have opioids?

Yes, enough to run us broke.

Do we have alcohol?

Yes, an unlimited supply.

Do we have beer?

Yes, we will never go dry.

As though North Dakota needs a fresh supply of addicts, a committee of petitioners has placed on the November ballot a proposal to legalize marijuana for “recreational” purposes. It will be another addi...