The Official Newspaper for Foster County
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12 Years Ago October 20, 1949 Recent activities of the Carrington future Farmers of America are included in information supplied by chapter officers. In a recent election, Maurice Zink of Melville was elected president of the local chapter. Serving with him are Virgil Zink as vice president, Kermitt Skadberg as secretary, Donald Theis as treasurer, Alan Willyard as reporter and Elton Leppke as sentinel. Starting with a kick-off breakfast Friday morning, a group of 20 men, representing the Junior...
"I finally carved a pumpkin," my daughter announced. I kind of knew what was coming next. "My friends couldn't believe I had never done that!" she exclaimed. "We always had pumpkins, but we usually painted faces on them," I reminded. She was not happy with my explanation. She felt totally deprived. I did not appreciate the slimy stuff that comes out of pumpkins. I would have been the clean-up crew. We did not have the safe carving tools back then, so I was thinking about potential emergency...
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about the SSI program and what are the eligibility requirements for seniors? I’m trying to help my elderly aunt who is very low-income. Searching Niece Dear Searching, The SSI program that you’re enquiring about, which stands for Supplemental Security Income, is a program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides monthly cash benefits to people that are disabled or over 65 based on financial need. Currently, around 7.5 mil...
"To make small town America work is to bring people in." Those words of wisdom, from Headlocks Bar owner Dennis Freeman, ring true all across the nation. "People in Carrington need to try and get involved in community events," said Freeman. He knows of what he speaks. Freeman is involved in many community events, especially the ones he holds at Headlocks Bar - including the upcoming Big Buck Contest happening on December 14 and the BBQ contest that was held on September 14. Freeman said the BBQ... Full story
The Carrington Chamber and Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) is on the front lines of efforts to sell the community of Carrington to visitors, tourists, business leaders and others. Executive Director Laurie Dietz has over 23 years of experience leading CCEDC and its predecessor, the Carrington Chamber of Commerce, and began the first of her two stints at the head of the bureau at the turn of the millennium in 1999. After a two-year hiatus working in the financial sector, Dietz returned... Full story
Since opening in the spring of 2022, Gettin' Sauced BBQ and Catering has become a go-to source for excellent food in the region. The catering and food truck business has traveled throughout the state, satisfying their customers at every stop and growing their burgeoning reputation. Whether it's brisket, pulled pork, nachos, mac-and-cheese or street tacos, people just can't seem to get enough of their delicious food. Things have gone so well, in fact, that Gettin' Sauced won't just be a catering... Full story
A young Foster County 4-H member recently shared her experience with the Foods and Nutrition project this year: “At the beginning of the year, I did a lot of baking with my mom. She taught me how to read a recipe, start the oven, set the temperature, measure ingredients and adjust the mixer speed. “My treats didn’t always turn out because I either forgot an ingredient or measured incorrectly. I have paid closer attention and had fewer mistakes as I have baked more. “By the end of the year, I...
Carrington City Library Winter Hours October - March Mondays – Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday - 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Closed Fridays Frightful Fun at the Library Stop in on Thursday, October 31 from 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. for Halloween crafts and treats. After School Activities Beginning about 3:30 1st Thursday - Arts & crafts 2nd Thursday - STEM 3rd Thursday - Movie 4th Thursday - Robotics Weekly details are available on the library website and social media. New Books “Counting Mirac...
12 Years Ago October 13, 1949 Held Motor Sales, local Oldsmobile agency owned and operated by John J. Held and son, John A., will be in a new location next week, having made arrangements to occupy the Steinman building on west Main Street. The firm has been operating in the Klindworth building. A former Carrington resident, Brigadier General William A. Matheny, has been assigned as chief of staff of Continental Air Command’s newly established eastern air defense force at Mitchell Air Force B...
Would you like to grow a special flower in your garden? Something that is eye-catching? Something that is unforgettable? A team of gardeners and I have tested hundreds of annual flower varieties across North Dakota over the last 15 years. This included trials at the Dragonfly Garden in Bismarck. Whenever I provided visitors a tour of the Dragonfly Garden, someone would inevitably walk over to a stunning group of plants that towered like statues above the rest. They would ask, "What is that?" It...
The 2018 edition of JunkFest in Carrington was witness to the debut of what has become one of the city's most popular vendors for that first infusion of caffeine for the day. Starting that year, the Happy Camper was parked at the sale entrance, with owner Brittany Fiebiger making a lasting impression on the taste buds of antique shoppers everywhere. The cozy titular camper was purchased several months beforehand, and gutted and painted with new walls and supports to take on its new role. With... Full story
Cultivating Thriving Communities ... that is the motto of Bremer Bank. Bremer Bank is built on a commitment to cultivate strong communities and help customers succeed and grow. "We focus on our customers and their needs," said Bob Lipetzky of Bremer Bank in Carrington. "Our services are very individualized for every customer." Bremer Bank offers many amenities such as full-service banking, investments, mortgage, trust, insurance and wealth management. They focus on mid-size companies,... Full story
There's only one place where you can get cozy by the fireplace or gather with friends under the arbor and experience the ambience of downtown Carrington. It's The Garden Gate, a Central City institution for nearly 35 years. This family owned shop located at 929 Main Street is a beautiful space offering specialty coffee drinks, daily lunches and a full liquor bar with appetizers and supper specials Wednesday to Friday evenings. The gift shop features vintage, handmade, and repurposed home decor... Full story
If you are bothered by dandelions in your lawn, now is the time to act. As the weather cools, dandelions begin channeling energy to their roots in preparation for winter. Herbicides applied at this time will also travel to the roots, effectively killing the plants. The best herbicides for broadleaf weeds like dandelions are Trimec formulations, which contain a blend of 2,4-D, mecoprop, and dicamba. Rather than treating the entire lawn, it’s more efficient to spot-treat weeds or problem areas. T...
12 Years Ago October 6, 1949 The cause of the fire which did heavy damage in the Getty Cleaners and Furriers building Sunday afternoon has not been determined. The fire started at about 3 p.m. Sunday, and before the flames had been extinguished, the main floor in the central part of the building was badly damaged, and clothes in the pressing room were badly burned. In a critical condition in the Carrington Hospital is Darrell Peterson, 18, Bordulac, who was struck by a car on the highway at...
My meteorologist friends tell me that the word "normal" has very little meaning, as no year is ever really normal. Does that mean that every year is "abnormal"? I fear that the answer would take a long time and involve a deep dive into statistics. Maybe we'll just say that the 2024 growing season was weird. Or perhaps we'll call it "notable." That sounds a little more scientific. The year started out with a lot of moisture, throughout much of the region. In some places, it was so wet that...
Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to arrange a simple cremation that doesn’t cost me, or my family, a lot of money. Can you offer any tips that can help me with this? Still Kicking Dear Kicking, If you’re looking for a simple and affordable way to go, cremation is an excellent choice, and one that’s become exceedingly popular in the United States. About 60 percent of Americans are now choosing cremation over a traditional burial, versus only around 20 percent in the mid-1990s. Why the big shift? P...
The Cardinal - KDAK AM 1600/100.1FM is the local radio station that serves the Carrington area. The KDAK studio is located on Main Street in Carrington, and the station has been serving the community for 75 years. Operating 24/7, KDAK has seven employees. KDAK sees its role in the community as helping to promote Carrington as a great place to live, work, and play. BJ Walters, the primary on-air personality for The Cardinal, broadcasts from the studio each Monday through Friday from 6-9 a.m. and... Full story
With 13 locations and over 240 employees, Bank Forward might seem like a "big city" bank, but Scott Tweed, Ag Loan Officer for the Carrington branch, wants to assure residents that they are a "community bank" focusing on strengthening the community and placing prosperity of customers as their highest priority. Bank Forward started as a small business in the tiny town of Hannaford in 1927 called Security State Bank. With only $25,000 in assets, they have grown to over 1 billion in assets since... Full story
From the time of its founding 108 years ago by the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, CHI St. Alexius Health Carrington Medical Center has provided invaluable critical access care for the residents of east-central North Dakota with compassion, skill, and patient-centered outcomes. The hospital began under the direction of Srs. Catherine Haertzen and Bernadette Liston in 1916. It was expanded in 1955 with an additional two-story structure which now houses the CMC... Full story
When my wife and I lived in China, we taught our students that the standard way to greet an American is to ask the question “How are you?” We explained to them that the expected answer is “I’m fine. How about you?” The unfortunate thing is that sometimes, we’re not fine at all. Just this week, at a meeting attended by Extension agents from various counties across our state, I was asked twice, “How’s Jeff doing?” Both times, I hesitated, wondering if I should answer “Fine” or “The truth is, I a...
12 Years Ago September 29, 1949 The Cardinal football team won its first game of the season from New Rockford in a close contest Friday evening by a score of 7-0. The game was played on the new Carrington athletic field, which had been leveled off and equipped with guard cables for convenience and comfort of the fans along the sidelines. Selection of the state Dairy Queen will take place at Jamestown Thursday afternoon with a parade at 1:30 to open the afternoon’s festivities. Included among t...
As a horticulturist, I have seen more than my fair share of strained marriages. My favorite story was told to great effect during a funeral luncheon. The deceased had accidentally filled his lawn sprayer with glyphosate, an herbicide that kills everything, rather than a selective lawn herbicide that only kills weeds. The resulting dead lawn created more than a little marital friction as humorously recounted by his son decades later. Fortunately, the marriage survived and the story provided a mom...
We made our annual trip to a potato festival in Barnesville, Minn., in August. I enjoyed my bowl of potato dumplings. I also had mashed potatoes and meatballs for the rest of my "stick-to-your-ribs" dinner. My husband and I texted our kids pictures of our food. They live three to four hours away from us. They were a little envious because they always attended when they lived at home. We all love potatoes. I grew up in a "meat and potatoes" kind of family. Besides those two staples, we always...
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you give me some tips on choosing an appropriate walker for my elderly father? He has some balance issues along with arthritis in his hips and could use a little more help than a cane provides. Wobbly in Wisconsin Dear Wobbly, When it comes to choosing a walker, there are several styles and options to consider, but selecting the best one for your father will depend on his needs, as well as where he’ll be using it. Here are some tips that can help you choose. Types of W...
