The Official Newspaper for Foster County
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This beautiful team of draft horses from the Spiritwood area pulls a wagon full of merry event attendees at Christmas at the Creamery, held at Cows & Co Saturday, December 9, located at Casey and Maartje Murphy's farm five miles east of Carrington....
The Carrington City Council learned that the Carrington Police Department will receive monies from the State of North Dakota through the "Back the Blue Grant" which was created to be used to hire and retain law enforcement and correctional officers. During the meeting held on Monday, December 11, Carrington Police Chief Christopher Bittmann presented the Award Acceptance letter from the office of the Attorney General. In the letter, Bittmann explained how he would use the $11,538 grant....
In their second attempt to pass a bond referendum to approve funding for an addition and renovation to their elementary school facility in Buchanan, voters in the Pingree-Buchanan school district rejected the $5.1 million proposal at the ballot box. Unofficial results from the Wednesday, December 6, election showed that 133 voters were in favor of the referendum, or 56%, to 104 opposed, or 44%. A 60% supermajority was needed for the project to pass. Turnout for the latest election was higher...
The success, dedication and hard work of outstanding agriculturists in 53 counties in North Dakota and six counties in Minnesota were honored during the 49th annual Harvest Bowl program at North Dakota State University on Nov. 10. The Foster County honorees are Dennis and Mary Swanson. They farmed and ranched for 28 years, raising a variety of grain crops and livestock. Over the years, they raised sheep, hogs, beef and bison. They implemented a minimum-till operation, growing diversified crops...
Carrington's high school building, constructed in the 1960s, has been a topic of conversation of late, first among the facilities committee and then the full Carrington School board. The original wood-framed windows are neither energy efficient nor functional. Each exterior wall section has stucco panels covering glass block and small, wide rectangle windows. Board members agreed to hire architectural firm YHR Partners this past summer, to recommend replacement options and provide cost...
Carrington will lose a veteran educator at the end of the school year. Greg Hoeckle, the elementary physical education and keyboarding teacher who has spent his entire career in Carrington, was approved for early retirement. The Carrington School board considered his request at their regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12. Hoeckle, who has spent 34 years at Carrington Public School, will officially retire on June 1, 2024. The board approved a $21,533.75 early retirement payment to Hoeckle, with 30...
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 and don’t move around at night. *Dec. 21: West Canada Goose Zone closes. *Dec. 25: Have a wonderful Christmas. *Dec. 29: Missouri River Canada Goose Zone and light goose seasons closes. Fishing: *Devils Lake elevation, Dec. 12: 1,449.23 feet above mean sea level (MSL). *Stump Lake elevation: 1,449.16 MSL. *Lake Sakakawea elevation: 1,839.55 MSL; 17,200 cubic feet per second average (...
CARRINGTON, N.D. – Representatives from Vision Zero, along with school administrators and the Carrington Police Department, welcomed Carrington as a Vision Zero School at a school assembly Friday, Dec. 8. Five student leaders who are featured in a traffic safety banner and public service announcements (PSAs), picked Buckle Up, Phone Down as their safety emphasis. Buckle Up, Phone Down focuses on wearing seat belts and driving distraction-free. Students showcased the banner and PSAs at the a...
North Dakota State University faculty and staff received awards for excellence in research, teaching, Extension and support staff efforts in an awards ceremony on Dec. 7. Among the 2023 award recipients was: • Rick and Jody Burgum Staff Award - Timothy Schroeder, ag research technician, Carrington Research Extension Center North Dakota State University faculty and staff received awards for excellence in research, teaching, Extension and support staff efforts in an awards ceremony on Dec. 7. G...
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. U.S. Fish and Wildlife to purchase 80 acres The Traill County Board of Commisisoners recently gave preliminary approval to a request from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to move forward with plans to buy 80 acres of privately owned land in Norman Township. Kurt Tompkins, a district manager for the fish...
Nov. 1 - Nov. 30, 2023 Criminal Kalli Elizabeth Anderson, Fargo, N.D.: DUI - intoxicating liquor - 1st offense. Condition: Chemical Dependency Evaluation. Complete recommended treatment. Comply with payment agreement. Not possess or own fire arms. Notify court of address change. Set up payment schedule. Unsupervised probation. Violate no criminal laws. Fees: criminal admin. fee: $125; defense/facility admin. fee: $100; fine/state: $500; victim-witness fee: $25. Confinement: Agency: Stutsman County Correctional Center, term: 10 days. Suspended:...
Bismarck, N.D. – North Dakota’s snowmobile season opened on Dec. 1, but several conditions must be met before the state’s 2,800 miles of snowmobile trails are open, groomed and ready for travel. Adequate snow cover of four inches must be on the ground to allow for trail packing and grooming. Signs must be put in place, and to travel across wetland areas the ice must be thick enough to support the weight of trail groomers. The public is encouraged to download the free Snowmobile North Dakota interactive trail map mobile app to view updat...
JAMESTOWN, N.D. – Law enforcement across the state will have extra patrols to remove impaired drivers from the road during Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over from Dec. 15 – Jan. 31, 2024. Alcohol is a factor in 35-40 percent of fatal crashes annually in North Dakota, yet each fatality is 100% preventable by driving sober or finding a sober ride. "Make a plan on how you will get home safely before you consume alcohol, but more importantly stick to that plan," said Barnes County Sheriff Randy McClaflin. "There's no excuse for driving impaired." Thi...
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house It vas da nacht before Santa Clausen und all through the husens Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; No noise makin’schweinhunt unmousen all qviet The stockins were hung by the chimney with care Oof-da schmnellley foot wearin up the fireplace hanging In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; Expecten gud old Nicholas would quick be fillin’ The children were nestled all snug in their beds The kinderfolk vas restin qviet...
When you first look at the 2023 USDA Hardiness Zone map that was recently published, you’ll see subtle changes for those of us who live in North Dakota. The biggest changes are on the southern tier of the state. Richland, Dickey, LaMoure, with parts of Stutsman, Dickey, LaMoure,Logan, McIntosh, Sioux, Grant, Bowman, Slope, Stark, Billings and Golden Valley counties having changed from Zone 4a to 4B. It also includes parts of Sheridan and McLean counties and a tiny spot around the city of M...
A course is a course, of course of course … Or is it? According to those madcap bean-counters at the National Golf Foundation, the number of off-course golfers (those going to simulators, driving ranges and entertainment venues such as Topgolf) recently surpassed the number of traditional on-course golfers in the United States. For the sake of full disclosure, I am neither a traditional golfer nor a high-tech golfer. But I do enjoy playing miniature golf with my wife and son when we’re on vac...
12 Years Ago December 23, 1948 Chilo W. “Bud” Burnham, Jr., who for the past two years has been located in Washington, D.C., as administrative assistant to Congressman Charles R. Robertson, plans to return to Carrington soon after the New Year to engage in the general practice of law. He will be associated with his father, C.W. Burnham, Sr., who has maintained a law office in the city since January , 1915. More children than ever before received bags of candy and nuts from Santa Claus last Sat...
DECEMBER CARRINGTON All meals served with Milk, Coffee, Bread & Butter, Dessert Mon., Dec. 18 - Orange Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Asian Vegetables, Fruit with Jello - Pool - Bridge & Open Cards Tues., Dec. 19 - Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, California Blend Vegetables, Cinnamon Applesauce - Pinochle Wed., Dec. 20 - Potluck, 12 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 21 - Scrambled Eggs, Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, Ginger Beans - Whist Fri., Dec. 22 - Christmas Dinner - Ham, Sweet Potato, Prince Edward Vegetables, Fruit Salad, Pie - Mexican Train Dominoes Sat.,...
Dec. 12, 2023 James Kloos, Warrensburg, Mo.: exceeded speed limit, $10 Anna M. Buboltz, Hector, Minn.: exceeded speed limit, $10...
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department annually provides its best estimate for opening dates to help hunters prepare for hunting seasons. Dates become official when approved by governor's proclamation. Tentative opening dates for 2024 include: • Spring Turkey: April 13 • Deer and Pronghorn Bow, Mountain Lion: Aug. 30 • Dove: Sept. 1 • Youth Deer: Sept. 13 • Sharptail, Hun, Ruffed Grouse, Squirrel, Youth Waterfowl: Sept. 14 • Early Resident Waterfowl: Sept. 21 • Regular Waterfowl: Sept. 28 • Pronghorn Gun: Oct. 4 • Youth Pheasant: Oct. 5...
The holiday season is upon us. Do you struggle to find the right gift for loved ones and friends? Do you wander aimlessly in the mall hoping that something will catch your eye? While we can’t help you with your basement-dwelling, video game obsessed nephew, Dakota Gardener is here to provide a carefully curated collection of gifts for gardeners of all ages and abilities. Your mother, whom is a little slow to standup from a kneeling position, may appreciate a folding garden kneeler bench. This i...
James Leadbetter James A. Leadbetter passed away December 9, 2023, at SMP Health – St. Raphael, Valley City, N.D., under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley at the age of 99. His funeral service was at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, December 16 at Oliver-Nathan Funeral Chapel, Valley City with visitation one hour before the funeral service at the chapel. Burial will be at Memory Gardens in the spring. James Arthur Leadbetter was born December 7, 1924, to Olive (Bragg) and Harrison D. L... Full story
I bought a garland of fake popcorn and cranberries a couple years ago. It reminded me of a party I attended as a kid, when we strung popcorn and cranberries on string to make holiday décor. We wrapped the garland around a staircase. We also pulled taffy that day. I probably still have scars from the hot mixture, but it was fun. Cranberries are widely used in menus at the end of the year, especially as a side dish for turkey dinners. Cranberries are primarily harvested in the fall. Besides...
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about seasonal affective disorder? I’ve always disliked winter, but since I retired and am home a lot more, the gray, cold winter months make me feel really blue. Sad Sam Dear Sam, If you get depressed in the winter but feel better in spring and summer, you may indeed have seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, a wintertime depression that affects roughly 5 percent of Americans. In most cases, SAD is related to the loss of sunlight in the winter months. R...
Both Carrington wrestling teams were front and center at their annual home tournament Saturday morning and afternoon, December 9. The annual Al Larson Memorial Wrestling Tournament was held in both the West and East Gyms, with separate boys' and girls' tournaments. In the girls team standings, the Cards finished only 18 points behind winner Central Cass with 151 total points, while the boys were third, scoring 158 to finish behind tourney champion Lisbon's 212.5 and Class A Minot's 204. Dru Carr...
