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BY ERIK GJOVIK For two new Carrington Public School District teachers, it's become second nature to know what the other is doing, and to coordinate their actions toward a shared beneficial outcome. In the fourth grade at Carrington Elementary, new teachers McKenzie Johnson and Kadyn Mehring have lived the bonds of growing up together in the Central City, childhood-long friendship, and a goal of teamwork as educators, forged through their successes on the same court in Cardinal athletics. "I was...
The City of Carrington will be looking for a new auditor by the end of the month. At the city council meeting held on Tuesday, August 13, Carrington Mayor Tom Erdmann announced city auditor Jennifer Gast's resignation. Gast has been the auditor for Carrington for the past seven years. In other business: Committee Reports FIRE: • Carrington Fire Chief Ken Wangen reported on the train derailment near Bordulac saying that they will be cleaning up plastic pellets for some time. He also said, "We w...
Carrington Public Schools will hold their first day of classes on Tuesday, Aug. 20. A reflection of the time of year, the board meeting held one week before show time was relatively short and ended with the annual tour of the school and grounds. The sole action item on the agenda for Tuesday, Aug. 13 was the final financial report for the 2023-24 school year. Business Manager Kimary Edland went over the revenues and expenditures, as well as stats from the year that was. Overall, the district...
The Putnam House in Carrington is getting a facelift thanks to the work of Decorating by Charlie from Jamestown, which has spent the summer months working on the historical Main Street venue which dates from 1907. At left, the trimwork is addressed on July 9, while at right, a fresh coat is applied to the structure on Monday, Aug. 12....
The latest soybean and dry bean research trial results and recommendations are the focus of the annual row crop field tour. Farmers, crop advisers and agricultural industry representatives are invited to view field research trials and receive production recommendations on soybean and dry bean during the annual row crop field tour on Thursday, Aug. 29, at North Dakota State University's Carrington Research Extension Center. Registration begins at 4 p.m., with the tour starting promptly at 4:30....
Who grew the largest pumpkin in Foster County this year? We’ll find out when gardeners bring their entries to be weighed during The Market, Carrington City Park on Sept. 17. The contest includes heaviest pumpkin (youth and adult divisions), the best traditional pumpkin (youth only) and the most unique pumpkin (youth only). This year, we’ll also determine who grew the heaviest potato and heaviest onion. I look forward to weighing your entries. +++ NDSU Extension recommends fertilizing lawns thr...
The Midwest Cover Crop Council, North Dakota State University, and North Dakota’s U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) are joining forces to provide a free, one-day training for agricultural professionals on Aug. 27. Hosted at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center, participants will have the opportunity to hear from local cover crop experts and get hands-on experience in cover crop plots. Key topics slated for discussion include: • Best practices for designing cover crops that address spe...
Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting at the new Main Street Laundry on August 5. Located at 1318 Main Street (in the former J.O.B. Welding building now owned by Tyler and Preston Carr), the facility recently opened and offers several washers and dryers along with large capacity machines. This new business fills a large need in our community. Offering congratulations on this new start up are: Ambassadors Chris Bichler, Tom Erdmann, Scott Tweed, owners Sydney and Tyler Carr, Preston and Leah...
This week's edition of Within our Walls features the Carrington Ambulance Service. Carrington Ambulance Service is owned and operated by CHI St. Alexius Health Carrington. We are a Basic Life Support (BLS) Service with Advanced Life Support (ALS) capabilities. This means that at a minimum, we must have an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and a CPR-certified driver on shift at all times. When we have a paramedic on shift, we are able to provide ALS services. Basic Life Support consists of...
July 1 - July 31, 2024 Criminal Katina Lynn Abell, Carrington, N.D.: • APC - Intoxicating liquor - 2nd offence in 7 years. Condition: 24-7 Program. Comply with payment agreement. Credit for inpatient treatment. Evaluation already completed. Not possess or own fire arms. Notify court of address change. Set up payment schedule. Unsupervised probation. Violate no criminal laws. Fee: fine/state, $1,500. Confinement: Agency; Stutsman County Correction Center, Term: 10 days. Credit for time served: 10 days. Concurrent with Count 3. • Physical obs...
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. Celebration for opening of Peace Garden Conservancy The long-awaited Grand Opening of the expanded Conservatory highlights this year's Summer Celebration Weekend at the International Peace Garden. The IPG Staff and Board will bring greetings on Saturday, August 10, and share the story of one of the...
We constantly hear that we will no longer need print. However, we believe print's value is increasing in a world of digital distraction, shallow learning, and increasing polarization as people shift from focusing on local news to national television outlets and the Internet. "As a professor of linguistics, I have been studying how electronic communication compares to traditional print when it comes to learning," Naomi S. Baron, a professor of Linguistics at American University, writes. "Is...
On July 28, we attended the Medora Musical with our grandchildren. It’s always fun to get away from the monotony of our every-day routines to enjoy some taffy, ice cream and the musical. Since that Sunday night, a number of people have commented about the musical after we told them that we had attended. The first thing that should be mentioned is it’s amazing that there are people here in North Dakota who aren’t aware of the musical. In their defense, their often transplants who have come here...
School is officially starting for New Rockford-Sheyenne, Carrington and many other area schools this week. With school starting, that usually means taking pictures for the newspaper at the local football and volleyball games. However, my schedule this year will be just a little different. My first-born, Peyton, will be starting pre-K at New Rockford-Sheyenne school this year. She is quite excited for this new adventure and so am I, but I can't say that I am not getting teary-eyed thinking that...
12 Years Ago August 25, 1949 Three persons from here are attending the Red Cross National Aquatic School at Brimson, MN. According to Mrs. F.B. Peik, water safety chairman of the Foster County chapter. Those attending the school are: Bill Chaffee, Tommy Cousins and Alice Mae Reimers. All are graduates of Carrington High School, and all will be attending a college this fall. Mary Ann Hayashi, governor of ND Girls State was to arrive in Washington, D.C. last Sunday to attend the third Girls’ N...
AUGUST CARRINGTON All meals served with Milk, Coffee, Bread & Butter, Dessert Mon., Aug. 19 - BBQ Ribs, Baked Beans, 3 Bean Salad, Garlic Toast, Fruit. Bridge - Open Cards. Tues., Aug. 20 - Beef Hot Dog On Bun, Mashed Potatoes, Sauerkraut, Peach Cobbler - Pinochle. Wed., Aug. 21 - Pot Luck at 12 Noon - Pool. Thurs., Aug. 22 - Hamburger Patty, Parsley Potatoes, Peas & Cheese Salad, Pudding, Fruit - Whist. Fri., Aug. 23 - Sloppy Joes, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Fruit - Mexican Train Dominoes. Music: Yvonne & The Other Guys at 12:30 p.m. Sat., Aug....
My friend Don is recovering from a dislocated shoulder. He was on a ladder, using a chainsaw to prune branches from a tree. The first three branches came down safely and as planned. The last one did not. The final branch remained partially attached to the tree as it fell. The branch swept back towards the ladder and knocked it out from beneath Don. You can figure out the rest. Even though he was injured, Don realizes how lucky he was. A dislocated shoulder is tough, but it could've been a lot...
"Oh, no!" I exclaimed. I practically leaped out of the passenger seat and hurried to the back of the car. I had not had a fender bender. I opened my car's hatchback and found the source of the unusual aroma in the car. Unfortunately, I left my leftovers from a delicious meal at a Mexican restaurant in a warm vehicle for 16 hours. It included grilled steak, shrimp, chicken, bacon, onions and peppers with a creamy sauce. I had been pleased when we left the restaurant the previous evening. My...
Dear Savvy Senior, Because of my back pain and mobility problems, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub that’s safe and easy to get in and out of. What all can you tell me about walk-in tubs, and can you recommend some top options? Old and Achy Dear Old, For mobility challenged seniors, a walk-in bathtub can be a terrific option to consider because they’re much easier to get into and out of than a standard tub, which also helps prevent falls. Here’s what you should know, along with a...
Carrington, Griggs/Midkota, HWC and Medina/Pingree-Buchanan are busy in preparation for another successful year on the field, course, floor, and the track in 2024-25. First out of the gates are the athletes giving their all for the upcoming fall sports season, which includes football, volleyball, cross country and girls' golf. Carrington The Cardinals officially started the season way back on Friday, August 9, when the golf squad started play at a meet in Casselton following just four days of...
This season, the Carrington girls golf program will be represented in full by a “sister act.” Molly Hansen, along with younger sister, Cally, are the Cards’ golfers for fall 2024. The elder Hansen got her season going at the Casselton tournament on Friday, August 9, shooting scores of 48 on the front nine and 44 on the back for 92 strokes and a tie for seventh place. Oak Grove’s Josie Brantner won the meet, shooting 79. Today (August 19), both sisters are expected to be in action at CrossRo...
In past reporting where Midkota/Post 25 athlete Kyle Johnson’s hometown is mentioned, he actually hails from Kensal, and not Grace City, as was asserted previously. The Independent regrets the error....
In the most basic of explanations, the lack of snow this winter and late arrival of spring rain was not as helpful for ducks but better for pheasants. But let's take a closer look. The number of rooster's heard crowing during the North Dakota Game and Fish Department's 2024 spring pheasant crowing count survey was up 37% statewide from last year. "This is really good news but expected, considering we had such great production last year and the mild winter we had certainly wasn't hard on birds,"...
Yard of the Week honors for the week of August 12 go to Merle and Shirley Radke at 378 5th Ave. S. This yard features pretty blooms around the home with colorful annuals and a nice variety of perennial plants. The secluded backyard has beauty all around the perimeter and is a wonderful haven for relaxing. The Radkes received a $25 Runnings gift card. The Yard of the Week program is sponsored by the Carrington Garden Club and Runnings....
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