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Citizens of Carrington, Foster County and the greater area, and throughout the state of North Dakota exercised their fundamental rights to the democratic process by participating in the Primary Election Tuesday, June 11. Voting within the county's lone precinct was held at Carrington City Library, and various city, county, state and national offices were up for contention. All results reported are considered unofficial, as mail-in and absentee ballots postmarked by June 10 can still be received...
The Carrington City Council learned at their meeting last Monday that they are losing one of their own. During the meeting held on Monday, June 10, Chase Pederson tendered his resignation as a city councilman due to the fact he is moving out of the city limits. The board accepted his resignation, and will most likely appoint someone to fill his seat. Committee Reports FIRE: • Carrington Fireman and Public Works Director Jason Wolsky reported that the Carrington Fire Department received two c...
Get ready for four days of fun at the 92nd annual Foster County Fair, happening from Wednesday, June 19 through Saturday, June 22. The Mighty Thomas Carnival will once again bring rides, lights and cotton candy to the fairgrounds all four days. Save money by purchasing advance vouchers at Leevers of Carrington, Hi-Way Drive In, Carrington Drug and Central Pharmacy. The $50 Super Pass gives access to rides for all four days. Fairgoers are in for a treat with a diverse lineup of musical and...
Joe Lindberg and Kylie Skadberg of the Carrington FFA Chapter have been named the 2024 North Dakota FFA State Star Winners. The winners were announced during the 95th North Dakota State FFA Convention on June 5. The finalists were selected based on their written application that included their established agribusiness, skills learned, and FFA involvement. Each finalist completed an interview to further explain their Supervised Agricultural Experience. Joe and Kylie received a plaque, traveling...
Plans have been finalized for the upcoming Carrington School District special election on July 9. That day, voters will return to the polls to decide whether to give the Carrington School Board the authority to increase the building fund levy from 5 mills to 10 mills. At their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 11, board members decided to take information about the proposal out into the community as the campaign enters its final month. A presentation to the Kiwanis Club generated good discussion...
Two years ago, I had the opportunity to judge the 4-H wood-working exhibits at a fair in a neighboring county. I recall one young boy, beaming with pride as he placed his project on the table before me and then took a seat, eagerly awaiting my assessment. My first impression was positive, but when I reached down to pick up the project, my fingers touched paint that was still tacky. “Is wet paint acceptable for a fair exhibit?” I asked myself. I continued examining the project and found that the...
Twenty-seven members of the Carrington FFA Chapter attended the 95th North Dakota State FFA Convention, June 3-6, on the NDSU campus in Fargo. The Carrington FFA Chapter earned State Champion Teams in Agricultural Mechanics Technology and Floriculture. These teams will have the opportunity to represent North Dakota at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, in November. The State Champion Agricultural Mechanics team consisted of Sam Simons, Joe Lindberg, Bryan Harris and Gabe...
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. Runnings purchases Home of Economy The family-owned North Dakota company Home of Economy announced on Thursday, May 30, that it has reached an agreement with the Minnesota-based retailer Runnings to purchase its eight North Dakota stores. "Home of Economy has been in business for 85 years, founded by my...
“It’s like going to a family reunion where they all actually like you.” “You would never have known it was their first time hosting a convention.” “That is one of the best, most beautiful rooms I’ve ever stayed in. It’s right up there with resorts in big cities.” That’s what members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles had to say about their time in New Rockford and Carrington this past weekend, as New Rockford Aerie 2923 hosted the Dakota State Convention. In total, more than 200 people from across...
It’s been just short of a month, but it appears the hype isn’t backing down regarding direct flights from Bismarck to St. Pete/Clearwater, Fla. Since May 15, Allegiant has added this flight twice a week, on Wednesday and Saturday. Numerous people are talking about this and even though it gets hot in the Tampa Bay region during the summer, those flights continue getting booked. Maybe it’s such a “hot” topic because the flights are cheap right now as an introduction. You can get a one-way r...
In 1974, when I was 11, I flushed an apple core down the toilet. You see, my father had remodeled our basement into a family room with a powder room. Always looking to save a buck — he had six kids to feed on one income — he bought the cheapest toilet he could find. It never did work right, and since we couldn’t afford a plumber, my father spent much of his spare time unclogging it. Armed with this knowledge, then, it’s remarkable I did what I did. One Sunday morning, after chomping on a large...
12 Years Ago June 23, 1949 Lottie Posey, postmaster for 36 years at Glenfield, was honored Sunday, June 12, at an appreciation day. A special program was presented in her honor and gifts were presented. At the invitational golf tournament at New Rockford, Sunday, local men made placings. Attending from Carrington were Barney Schroeder, H. M. Knott, Harold Upgren, R.W. Hargrave, Sr. Phil Neuharth, Bruce Anderson, and Bob Stitzer. Results showed Neuharth winning the third flight; Knott, medalist;...
JUNE CARRINGTON All meals served with Milk, Coffee, Bread & Butter, Dessert Mon., June 17 - Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Apple Crisp - Pool, Bridge & Open Cards Tues., June 18 - Sweet & Sour Pork, Rice, Asian Vegetables, Pineapple - Pinochle Wed., June 19 - Potluck at Noon Thurs., June 20 - Beef Enchiladas, Southwest Corn, Salad, Oranges - Whist Fri., June 21 - Ribs, Baby Bakers, California Blend Vegetables, Fruit Cocktail - Fruit Cocktail - Mexican Train Dominoes Sat., June 22 - Public Cards Pinochle Tournament at 1 p.m. All ages...
During National EMS Week, May 19-25, 2024, the CHI Carrington Ambulance Service presented four Carrington daycares with Dechokers, or airway clearing devices which can be used to remove obstructions to the airway of a child who is choking. The service also provided training to the providers on proper usage in the case of an emergency, which could help save a young life....
Third graders from Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Carrington and St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Sykeston, received their First Eucharist and Confirmation on Friday, May 17 at St. John's Catholic Church in New Rockford. Left to right, front row: Father Dodge, Wyatt Beckley, MaKayla Halverson, Gracyn Lura and Bishop Folda. Back row: Sarah Boeshans, Paisley LaRocque, Tristen Timm and Jayd Lura....
Sacred Heart Church in Carrington recognized their seniors on Sunday, May 19. The K.C.'s conducted an Honor Guard at the Mass, presented scholarships to some and served a breakfast in their honor. Front row, left to right: Father Dodge with seniors Hayden House, Jozey Retzlaff and Sydney Friedt. Back row, Knights of Columbus members: Alex Friedt, Cole Hanson, Dennis Haugen, Bob Erickson, Henry Simons and Greg Endres....
Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any easier alternatives to a colonoscopy to screen for colon cancer? I just turned 60 and my wife keeps nagging me to get tested, but I hate the idea of drinking that laxative solution and being sedated for the procedure. Squeamish Steven Dear Steven, While a colonoscopy remains the most accurate screening test for detecting colon cancer (94 percent accurate), there are other easier – although less accurate – tests available. But be aware that if the result of one...
The elements were the X-factor when the best golfers and teams in Class B converged at CrossRoads Golf Club in Carrington for two days of abbreviated action Wednesday and Thursday, June 5-6. A three-plus-inch downpour several hours before play was supposed to begin on Tuesday, June 4, postponed the entire first day of golf to Wednesday. The original plan was to play an 18-hole one day event that day, but flooding on the southern portion of the course shortened the round to just nine holes. With...
Carrington senior Grady Shipman was selected for the second consecutive year to the Class B All-State Baseball First Team for his performance on the field in 2024. The team is selected by the North Dakota High School Coaches' Association (NDHSCA). Shipman, the Cards' lefthanded-swinging shortstop, pitcher and sometimes catcher, batted .470 with two home runs, 12 doubles, two triples, 25 runs batted in (RBI), 12 stolen bases, and 26 runs scored. He also finished his high school career as one of...
The Carrington Redbirds 12U baseball program continued their red-hot start to the Cal Ripken baseball season, taking four straight victories to win the Buffalo City Bash in Jamestown June 7-8. Carrington won all of their games by the 10-run rule, getting wins over Grand Forks AA (12-1), Nelson County (13-0), Devils Lake (11-1) and Jamestown (21-3). One of the highlights of the tournament on the defensive side was a no-hitter pitched by Landin Clifton. Members of the team are, front row (L-R):...
Carrington's John Raymond O'Hara American Legion Post 25 baseball program comes into the summer with a new face at the controls of the Redbirds' ship, but one that is familiar to those who have followed the team in recent years. Jayden Shipman faces a tough task in taking over for Tim Ranum as Post 25 head coach. Ranum guided the team to state championships in 2014, 2015 and 2016, as well as two second-place finishes and perennial contender status within the B division. Shipman is a CHS and...
Jesse Wessels of Kensal, competing for the Midkota archery program, finished in 29th place out of 366 total shooters in his age group for the 3-D category at the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) National Championship Tournament in Daytona Beach, Fla., June 6-8. Wessels shot a score of 282 at nationals, following his tremendous performance in late April at the NASP Western National IBO (International Bowhunting Organization) 3-D Challenge in Sandy, Utah, where he placed fifth in...
Nineteen members of the Fessenden-Bowdon FFA Chapter recently participated in the 95th North Dakota State FFA Convention. The Convention was held on the NDSU campus June 3-6. Highlighting the major accomplishments of the week were the naming of six Fessenden-Bowdon FFA members to the State FFA Degree, two members who were star finalists in their respective SAE divisions and four members who were finalists in their respective proficiency award areas. Austin Brame, Donavin Bartz, Delaney Erfle, Ke...
This week's Yard of the Week honors go to Cody and Doug Stangeland at the corner of 2nd St. and 12th Ave. South. Their yard features a lush yard with beautiful baskets and planters filled with blooms. They will receive a $25 gift card, provided by Runnings. The Carrington Garden Club, along with Runnings, is sponsoring the Yard of the Week program. Nominations may be made to the Carrington Chamber & EDC office by calling 652-2524 or emailing chambergal@daktel.com....
Greater Ramsey Water District (GRWD) has conducted a recent interest survey which indicated enough interest to move forward in developing an expansion project for its rural water system. Such a project will likely take place during the next 2-3 years, though the timing and scope is yet to be determined. GRWD and engineering consultant AE2S have applied for available grant funding to make the project as feasible and affordable for as many interested parties as possible. If you are interested in signing up for the project to receive potable r...
