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Elected officials in Eddy and Foster County weighed in on Measure 4 recently, which will appear on the ballot this November. And now, local residents are doing the same. If approved, Measure 4 would prohibit all political subdivisions in North Dakota – such as counties, school districts and cities – from collecting tax based on the assessed value of property. Those taxes are used to fund critical services in communities across the state, including water, sewage treatment, fire departments, law e...
North Dakota State University Extension is hosting a free webinar focused on Medicare open enrollment, a yearly period when Medicare beneficiaries can review and change their health and prescription drug plans for the upcoming year. The 2024 open enrollment period is Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. The webinar will be Oct. 9, 10-11:30 a.m. CDT via Zoom. Current Medicare beneficiaries, those new to Medicare, family members, caregivers and others interested in learning more are invited to attend. Attendees will learn how Medicare Part D coverage works...
Carrington School District Regular School Board Meeting Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Place: High School Library - 4:00 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 p.m. II. REGULAR ITEMS A. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda B. Approve Minutes • September 10, 2024 C. Approve Financial Reports 1. Activities Fund 2. Revolving Fund 3. Lunch Fund 4. General Fund 5. Fund Balance Reports D. Presentation of Bills and Check Register III. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Delegations B. Administrative Reports 1. Mrs. Helseth 2. Mr. Weber 3. Mrs. Helm C. Committee Reports 1. Tec...
Bank Forward is pleased to announce that Tiffany Paulson has been named recipient of the 2024 Bill Brown Award, Bank Forward's highest honor for outstanding service. To be nominated, an employee must deliver a high standard of customer service or service support, go above and beyond the call of duty to take care of the customer and build relationships, and/or do something that demonstrates leadership, teamwork or dedication to their community or the Bank Forward organization. Tiffany serves as...
OCTOBER CARRINGTON All meals served with Milk, Coffee, Bread and Butter, Dessert Mon., Oct. 7 - Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Broccoli, Applesauce, Cookie. Bridge. Open Cards. Tues., Oct. 8 - Taco Salad, Salsa, Fruit Salad. Pinochle. Wed., Oct. 9 - Pool. Thurs., Oct. 10 - Beef Stir Fry with Orzo, Asian Vegetables, Spiced Pears. Whist. Fri., Oct. 11 - Knoephla Soup, Meat Sandwich, Coleslaw, Jello with Fruit. Mexican Train Dominoes. Sat., Oct. 12 - Public Pinochle tournament, 1 p.m. All ages welcome. GRACE CITY, MCHENRY GLENFIELD Mon., Oct. 7 -...
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. McKenzie holds orientation for newcomers The first-ever McKenzie County Community Orientation was held September 5 at Heritage Park. The event was designed to welcome newcomers to the county and provide them with information about getting involved in the community. The orientation began with presentations...
On the surface, Republican candidates for the top political races in North Dakota appear set for a clean sweep with just over a month until the general election, a poll commissioned by the North Dakota News Cooperative shows. Undecided voters could still potentially be a swing factor, however, with roughly 20 percent in the three main races still unsure who they'll vote for. The race for U.S. Senate between Republican incumbent Sen. Kevin Cramer and Democratic-NPL challenger Katrina...
On Tuesday, Oct. 1, the Foster County Commission approved the minimum sale price for seven delinquent tax properties within the county.. The owners of each respective property have not paid property taxes on them for the past three years, thereby making them delinquent. The delinquent tax sale has been scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 10 a.m., and will take place at the county auditor's office in the Foster County Courthouse. The minimum sale price of each property was determined by adding up a...
October 1, 2024 There are five more debates scheduled for North Dakota's gubernatorial and U.S. Senate candidates before Election Day. BEK TV will host two debates featuring live audiences. A debate at 7 p.m. Oct. 14 from the Bismarck Event Center will feature all three candidates for governor, Republican Rep. Kelly Armstrong, Democratic-NPL state Sen. Merrill Piepkorn and independent Michael Coachman. North Dakota Monitor's coverage of the debates and other state election stories BEK TV will...
North Dakota voters appear split and largely undecided about four of the five ballot measures up for a vote on Nov. 5, a new poll commissioned by the North Dakota News Cooperative found. The four ballot measures – Measures 2, 3, 4 and 5 – are expected to have major ramifications if approved. Trevor Smith, chief research officer of WPA Intelligence, which conducted the North Dakota Poll between Sept. 28-30, said the large number of undecided voters shows a "lack of understanding." "The ini...
Weekend wildfire damage approaches 50,000 acres, Burgum says by Michael Achterling and Jeff Beach, North Dakota Monitor October 7, 2024 Vawnita Best said it was a battle to bring in cows grazing on federal land back to the ranch near Watford City as strong winds whipped up a grassland fire Saturday. "You could hardly stay on your horse," she said. On Monday, the wind had shifted directions blowing smoke onto the ranch and raising concerns about the health of cattle and horses the ranch relies...
The Carrington school board fully intends to ask voters a second time to permanently increase the building fund levy from 5 to 10 mills. Members took steps at their Tuesday, Oct. 8 regular meeting to set a date for the special election and authorize Business Manager Kim Edland to secure poll workers and produce ballots. The plan they laid out, however, will not be put into motion until after the Nov. 5 general election, when North Dakota voters decide whether or not to eliminate valuation-based...
At a special meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 2, Foster County commissioners came to an agreement with representatives of Garrison Diversion and the Red River Valley Water Supply Project (RRVW) regarding open-cuts on two roads within the county. Foster County and Garrison Diversion first discussed the issue during a meeting in early September, when Kip Kovar – Garrison Diversion's deputy program manager for the RRVW – told commissioners about an apparent misunderstanding, which could have cost Garriso...
Representatives from local fire departments, emergency medical services, disaster response leaders and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) met at the Carrington Fire Hall Monday night, September 30, for a debriefing on the Bordulac train derailment incident on July 5. The meeting lasted around one hour and 20 minutes long, and was attended by over 40 persons. A meal was also provided for attendees prior to the presentation. Ed Dankbar, Director of Emergency Management and Hazmat Response with...
You may recall seeing clotheslines of bras on Main Street businesses in Carrington last October. Well, they're back, and this year Foster County Public Health, CHI St. Alexius Health Carrington and the Foster County Independent are teaming up to raise the line even higher and spread awareness farther. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we're taking this opportunity to raise awareness about breast health, highlight the importance of screenings and early detection, and provide support...
A 155-pound pumpkin grown by Mason Cook took first place at the 2024 Foster County Pumpkin Contest, held at The Market in Carrington City Park on Sept. 17. Cook competed in the senior youth division. In the junior youth division, Lois Wede entered the heaviest pumpkin at 87 pounds, while Steve Zwinger's 143-pound pumpkin won in the adult division. The contest saw participation from four adults and 23 youths, showcasing a total of 31 pumpkins. The awards for best traditional pumpkin went to...
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. Commissioners address report of hemlock The Emmons County Commission, at its regular meeting held September 3 at the Emmons County Courthouse, Linton, heard a report from county week board control officer C.J. Pearce about the possible sighting of water hemlock in the county. Water hemlock is a highly...
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER CARRINGTON All meals served with Milk, Coffee, Bread and Butter, Dessert Mon., Sept. 30 - Pulled Pork on a Bun, Potato Salad, Broccoli Salad, Glorified Rice. Bridge. Open Cards. Tues., Oct. 1 - Egg Bake, Sausage Links, Tator Tots, Fruit. Pinochle. Wed., Oct. 2 - Pool. Thurs., Oct. 3 - Tilapia, Baby Bakers, Green Beans, Pineapple Dump Cake. Whist. Fri., Oct. 4 - Chili. Cornbread Muffin, Tossed Salad, Mandarin Oranges. Mexican Train Dominoes. Sat., Oct. 5 - Public Pinochle tournament, 1 p.m. All ages welcome. GRACE CITY,...
Shanna Barone's smile, sunny disposition and positive life outlook can light up a room. The Carrington resident has displayed that friendly face to the public through her work as a customer service representative at Gate City Bank and Bank Forward and caregiver at Small Steps Childcare, and was recently hired by Carrington Public Schools as the high school study hall tutor. A recent medical emergency, however, began a cruel twist in Shanna's story, one in which she is fighting hard to get her...
The upcoming general election on Tuesday, Nov. 5 is undoubtedly an important one, but the election’s implications won’t just be felt nationally. Voters in North Dakota will also be asked to consider five separate ballot measures. As voters continue to inform themselves about their choices this November, here is a comprehensive look at each of those ballot measures. Constitutional Measure No. 1 Measure 1, if approved, would modernize language in the North Dakota Constitution used to describe the...
Last fall's sold out hit, "Deer Camp," is back in town by popular demand. This hilarious take on hunting follows four buddies on their annual boys' trip out to the shack. This time it's a little different, though. After 15 years of coming home with nothing but a hangover from their annual "hunting" excursion, their wives have given them an ultimatum: bag a deer or your deer camp days are over. Only one teeny, tiny hurdle stands in their way – none of them actually know how to hunt! Do they b...
This November, voters will decide whether to eliminate valuation-based property taxes in the state of North Dakota. The issue will appear on November ballots as Measure 4, which would specifically prohibit all political subdivisions in North Dakota – such as counties, school districts and cities – from collecting tax based on the assessed value of property. The measure was placed on the ballot after a petition gathered enough signatures to qualify, and now its proponents and opponents are criss-...
At a brief regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 17, Foster County commissioners approved a final budget and certificate of levy for 2025. The documentation presented to commissioners shows a total mill levy of 100.83, or approximately $3.276 million in taxes to be collected in 2025. Of that, 29.53 mills will go toward the county's general fund and 25 mills, or about $800,000, has been levied for county roads. Meanwhile, 10 mills have been levied for both the ambulance and capital improvement. Overa...
Josh Bickett and Mercedes Lura were named as the 2024 Carrington High School Homecoming King and Queen at ceremonies held Wednesday afternoon, September 18, in the West Gym. Flanking the king and queen are candidates, front row, left to right: Isabel Wendel and Edyn Hoornaert, and back row: Ryder Bickett and Corbin Clifton....
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