The Official Newspaper for Foster County
The Official Newspaper for Foster County
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How much snow did we get last night? It was quite cold this morning. Did we set a record low? What is the likelihood that the James River will flood this spring? These daily weather questions are answered with the help of cooperative weather observers like Richard Richter. Weather observation and data collection are just part of his duties at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center (CREC). He succeeded Dave Copenhaver in the role some 17 years ago. Richter has worked at the CREC as a...
The pages of the Independent from January to June, 2022, showed the area getting back to normal with events running on schedule, but COVID-19 still hung around taking a few more with it as it started to reside. With mostly happy stories gracing the pages of the Independent in the first six months of 2022, we are left to see what the last half of the year brought to the area. Here are a few of the stories that graced the pages of the Independent last year: January • Chet Pollert, long time D...
New Year business consumed the Foster County Commission at their last meeting. During the meeting held on Tuesday, January 3, Commissioner Becky Hagel reported that they held interviews for two candidates for the emergency management position. She said that neither candidate has grant-writing experience and both candidates live out of county and would be working mostly offsite. She said they need to discuss a contract with Nexus for the grant writing part of the EM position. • The board discusse...
By looking at the building permits tallied during 2022, it seems the Central City showed a decrease in building. Shingles were the top repair on homes and businesses during the year with 20 permits. The top project in 2022, was a building at Dakota Growers Pasta Plant for a cost of $2,100,000. Building permits for two new homes were issued for a cost of $326,000 and $375,000. The school jumped in the building game with a new Stadium for a cost of $450,000. Other large projects in the city...
All are welcome to join us for an informational social on Tuesday, January 10 at 5 p.m. at the Chieftain. We will hear from Carrington Rainbow Gardens board members regarding the proposed Japanese Gardens and Visitors Center project to be built on Main Street in Carrington. The $1.3 million dollar project will be available as a multi-use facility for community events, educational seminars, trade delegations for the region, and an interpretive center to celebrate the history of the former Rainbow Gardens that were once a popular tourist site...
As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. As we reach the end of the year, Dakota Central announces the retirement of Brad Skytland, Brenda Neumiller, Cody Stangeland, Joel Willey, and Lori Solberg. Dakota Central employees and previous retirees gathered recently to celebrate the 2022 retirements. Brad Skytland began his career at Dakota Central as a combination technician. He moved into different roles throughout his 30 years with the company, retiring as a network technician. One of the things he learned about the...
A special meeting was called by the Foster County Commission to handle year-end business and discuss declaring an emergency. During the meeting held on Thursday, December 29, year-end bills were approved for payment along with a lost check affidavit, a joint powers agreement for South Central Dakota Regional Council and the liquor license for Cork and Barrel HiWay Off Sale. In other business: • The board discussed issuing an emergency declaration due to the amount of snow the county has seen o...
NDSU Extension is offering a workshop titled, “Design Your Succession Plan” on January 31, February 2, and February 7, 2023. The three-session workshop will be held at the Eddy County Extension Office in New Rockford, N.D., starting at 6:00 p.m. on January 31, with supper included. Tasks like drafting a will, working on an estate plan, and planning for retirement are easy to put off until “later.” However, putting them off doesn’t make them go away, and the peace of mind and sense of satisfaction that comes from saying, “I’m so glad I did,...
The Carrington Community Endowment Fund (CCEF) is now accepting grant applications for the 2023 grant cycle. Only applications submitted online will be accepted and technical assistance is available for anyone who needs it. Applicants must be designated by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, or a government agency. Groups without such designation seeking to apply may enlist a fiscal sponsor. If you’re unsure of your organization’s eligibility, you are encouraged to call Kara at 701-222-8349. Application deadline is March 15. For ins...
In 2018, the Adult Close-Up program was launched. The trip included stops in Washington, D.C., Gettysburg, Philadelphia, and New York. In 2019, the same options were available, but a Boston option was added. In 2023, three options will be available to adults. They are: 1) Washington/Gettysburg/Philadelphia/New York City. 2) New York/Boston. 3) Washington/Gettysburg/Philadelphia/New York City/Boston. One of these options should appeal to first timers as well as repeat trip-goers. The due date...
John Gallagher is shown clearing snow on December 27. The tractor is a 1955 McCormick Farmall 400. The farmhand F-25 loader once belonged to Jimmy Neumiller. (Photo by Lorelei Gallagher)...
The counties and cities within the state of North Dakota hold many interesting news stories. Here are just a few of the feature stories that others are reading in communities around the state. Family heirloom found in Salvation Army kettle The Salvation Army Northern Division reported recently they received a rare gift in one of their North Dakota red kettles - a wedding ring from the family of a woman who passed away over 50 years ago. The ring was accompanied by a note which read: “My m...
12 Years Ago January 8, 1948 Lars Tollefson, Carrington, was named chairman of the board of county commissioners at the board’s reorganization meeting this week. He succeeds C.W. Jorgenson of Kensal. Appointments made by the board included: Dr. E.L. Goss, county health officer: A.E. Donker and Wm. A. Kunkel, members of the insanity board, and C.W. Jorgenson, member of the welfare board. December was a month of marriages, judging from the number of licenses issued in the office of County Judge M...
January 3, 2023 Scott Dean Martin, Willmar, Minn.: exceeded speed limit, $10...
JANUARY CARRINGTON All meals served with Milk, Coffee, Bread & Butter, Dessert Mon., Jan. 9 - Talapia, Scalloped Potatoes, Creamed Peas, Cake - Board Meeting at 10:30 a.m. - Pool - Bridge - Open Cards Tues., Jan. 10 - Ham & Cheese Sliders, Tomato Soup, Lettuce Salad, Bar - Pinochle Wed., Jan. 11 - Makeup Meal - Scalloped Potatoes & Ham, Prince Edward Vegetables, Sauce - Open Cards Thurs., Jan. 12 - Cabbage Roll, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Peaches, Tomato Juice - Whist Fri., Jan. 13 - Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, California Blend...
The Alzheimer’s Association will offer a free virtual 3-part presentation titled, “Dementia Informed Support: Communication Changes in People with Dementia and Developmental Disability.” The classes will take place on three consecutive Thursdays, January 12, 19, and 26, 2023 from 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. This presentation is free and open to professionals in the field; registration is required. The project is supported by funding granted through the N.D. Department of Human Services, Aging Service Division. To register for the presentation, https...
Strange stories It's the fantastic that sells. In 1907 and 1908, Ward County newspapers reported on a mess of such tales-some tall, some so strange they must have happened. In one story, as the Kenmare news reported on January 9 in 1908, a buffalo that had wandered down from Canada apparently had an identity crisis. The buffalo joined Kenmare man J. A. Englund's cattle herd, and managed to go home with the herd. Once there, after he was discovered, the buffalo picked a fight with Englund's Red P...
We’re in the last week of holiday break for my college-aged daughter, and I’m wondering how it went so quickly. We’ve gone over her grades from her first semester as a full-time college student, and she’s looking ahead to her spring semester schedule. Over the past three weeks, she’s visited friends and family, helped me with a couple of projects at work, and done a fair amount of cooking and cleaning at home. Man, I’m going to miss that as soon as she’s gone again! By the time many of you read...
Editor’s note: This article is reprinted from the Jan. 20, 1997, edition of the Cavalier County Republican in Langdon. I wouldn’t do this now, at my age, but back then, I was hell bent on getting my newspaper to its readers. Right in the middle of the fourth blizzard of the season, a decision had to be made. Usually the Republican is printed at 8 a.m., Friday in Grafton. But seeing how a blizzard with dangerous wind chills was howling through the state, I woke up Friday morning thinking we would...
It wasn’t true but it was effective. As a former advertising agency guy, I can appreciate the genius of the Trump campaign when they came out with “Make America Great Again.” There was no time in history when the United States was greater than it is today. Just about everybody has some source of income - including all of those people in the service industry who disappeared while we were wearing COVID masks. Our economy was never stronger; our world power was never greater. We can now build a sup...
Wick Larson Wilfred "Wick" Larson, 91, died January 1, 2023, at CHI St. Alexius Hospital, Carrington, N.D. Wick's visitation will be Monday, January 9 from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 10:30 a.m., with Pastor Rick Loewen officiating, all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington. His burial will take place in the Spring of 2023 at the Carrington Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kirk Zink, Aaron Larson, Travis Larson and Jennifer Volk. Honorary pallbearers will be all of Wick's... Full story
Marjorie Wright Marjorie "Margie" Wright, age 89, of New Rockford, N.D., died Friday, December 30, 2022, at her home in New Rockford. Marjorie's visitation was Thursday, Jan. 5 from 1:00 – 4:30 p.m., at Evans Funeral Home, New Rockford. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, January 6 at 10:30 a.m., at St. John's Catholic Church, New Rockford, with Fr. Reese Weber officiating. Special music was by Annette Hovey. Her burial was at St. John's Catholic Cemetery, New Rockford. Pallbearers w... Full story
Another year of gardening is in the books. As I enjoy some downtime and plan for next year, I remember a few struggles in the garden that will change a couple of my gardening practices in 2023. Maybe my changes will help you get the most out of your garden too. Fast forward to 2022. When I planted my broccoli, I left all the small cosmos seedlings. I was so happy to see something green. I didn’t weed them out other than around my transplants. I should also mention I had a crop of volunteer d...
Dear Savvy Senior, What steps need to be taken after a loved one dies? My 71-year-old uncle, who’s divorced with no children, has terminal cancer. He’s asked me to take care of his affairs so I would like to find out what I need to do after he passes away. Unsure Nephew Dear Unsure, I’m very sorry to hear about your uncle. The death of a loved one can bring about a host of different tasks and responsibilities. Here’s a list of some things you can do now, and after his death, that can help ke...
The biggest collection of high school wrestling talent in the nation descended upon the Fargodome for two days for the annual Rumble on the Red tournament Thursday and Friday, December 29-30. In the boys' division, varsity and junior varsity brackets were contested at 14 weight classes, and two Minnesota programs came out on top when all was said and done. New Prague and Waconia, to the southwest and due west of the Twin Cities metro area, respectively, won the varsity and JV divisions....
