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Back-to-back! Strasburg defends Division II title at Region V Acalympics

For the second straight year, Strasburg (Division II) and Ellendale (Division I) captured first place in their respective Senior High divisions during the Region V Acalympics competition. The event, which was held March 12, in the Linton High School Gymnasium, was hosted by the Linton Education Association, and included 19 schools in the Senior High and Junior High divisions. Strasburg... READ MORE >

Emmons County files to appeal PSC decision

County leaders have unanimously decided to file an appeal to the state decision to overrule local ordinances when it comes to carbon pipelines. During the March 5 Emmons County Commission meeting held at the courthouse in Linton, Commissioners went into executive session to seek legal advice regarding their options on the North Dakota Public Service Commission Ruling. THE DECISION Emmons... READ MORE >

Everyday Extension

I’m excited to announce that Monica Kramer McConkey, Licensed Professional Counselor, is coming back to Emmons County to do programming at our local schools April 3-4. Paula Martin and Kendra Ohlhauser, occupational therapists, will join McConkey for the program, “Understanding your Child.” They'll visit with staff from pre-kindergarten to fifth grades at Linton, Strasburg and H-M-B schools. In addition, we'll... READ MORE >

True self-care

During our most recent family movie night, we watched one of my favorites: “Encanto.” At one point in the movie, a character who has been gifted supernatural strength confesses that she fears she will crumble under the weight of all that is expected from her. Although she accomplishes amazing things, it never feels like enough. She never feels like she,... READ MORE >

Hazelton commission gets update on sewer project

The Hazelton City Commission met in regular session March 4 and received an update on the community’s city-wide sewer project. The council voted unanimously to contract with Moore Engineering to be the engineer for the project. Jerod Klabunde with Moore went over the proposals for an administrator for the Community Development Block Grant the city received for the sewer project.... READ MORE >

Hague officials announce city positions up for election

The Hague City Council met in regular session March 7 to discuss discontinuing utilities to a storage shed and the town’s upcoming election. According to the council minutes, a discussion was held on a shop in town that is being used for storage only. The discussion was about whether or not the owners can discontinue services for water, sewer and... READ MORE >

County asking for 5 mills to be moved to a different fund

The Emmons County Commission has moved to place a measure on the ballot during the primary election to move 5 mills from one fund to another. During the March Emmons County Commission meeting, Auditor, Marlys Ohlhauser asked county leaders to consider shifting 5 mills from the Farm to Market/Federal Aid Road Levy #1212 to the County Road and Bridge Fund... READ MORE >

Brenda Feist

Brenda Feist, 64, of Linton, North Dakota, died March 13, 2024, in a Fargo, North Dakota, hospital. Mass of Christian Burial was held March 16, 2024, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Linton, with Fr. Mark Aune officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Visitation was held March 15, 2024, at Sannes Feist Family Funeral Home, Linton, followed by a rosary/... READ MORE >

Back In Time

15 YEARS AGO March 19, 2009- The first World War II Roughrider Honor Flight of 2009 will be flying out of Bismarck on May 8 to Washington, D.C., according to Emmons County Veterans Service Officer Jeff Ohlhauser. Advertisements -Help Wanted: Cooks Wanted at Dunk's Drive-In for the 2009 Season Opening April 17. Experience Preferred but Will Train; Back Issues and... READ MORE >

Barbara Leier, Braddock

Barbara Leier, 96, of Braddock, North Dakota, died March 15, 2024, at her home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. March 22, 2024, at St. Katherine’s Catholic Church, Braddock. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. March 21, 2024, with a vigil at 7 p.m. at the church in Braddock. A complete obituary will be published next week.... READ MORE >