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Cleanup and recovery efforts are underway at the site of the Friday, July 5, Bordulac train derailment after the transition from emergency response operations. In a statement from Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway dated Monday, July 8, spokesman Patrick Waldron said that removal of all cars containing hazardous materials have been completed. "CPKC response crews, including environmental and hazardous materials teams, will remain on the scene to continue car and site clean-up in coordination...
The Carrington City Pool opened up for the summer Tuesday afternoon, July 9. Weather and upgrades to the pool held back the start of the swimming season, but ensured the facility's viability in the near term. Swim lessons for youngsters will be beginning today (July 15), and continue on during weekdays until August 9....
Inside the July 15 issue of the Independent, you'll find a 20-page special section outlining the accomplishments of Foster County 4-H'ers over the past year. You'll find results from the static exhibits, livestock show and horse show at the Foster County Fair, as well as a Parade of Champions and special recognition of all the Cloverbuds, the youngest 4-H'ers. To read the full tabloid in pdf, click here: /home/cms_data/dfault/pdfs/misc/2024-07-15.pdf...
Patty Finch, employee at Central Pharmacy, recently received Employee of the Month honors from the Carrington Chamber & EDC. The nomination stated, "Patty gives exceptional customer service. She always greets you with a smile. She always takes into consideration your feelings over her own. She makes sure that the gift, home décor, or over the counter medication that you specifically want is in stock and if not, she will try her best to get it for you. You can tell she is 100% dedicated to her...
Kate Biel's day care raised money for the Carrington City Library by setting up a lemonade stand on Monday, July 8. For a freewill donation, passersby received a glass of ice cold lemonade with a cover and straw....
On Tuesday, July 9, Kristopher Abshere appeared in the Foster County Courthouse for sentencing after pleading guilty to gross sexual imposition. Abshere was charged with the Class AA felony last June after he was discovered to have impregnated a 14-year-old girl. Court documents say the sexual relationship between Abshere and the girl began in Carrington while he had been living with her and her family since May 2021, and continued when he and the family moved to New Rockford in the fall of...
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. North Dakota Tourism soars to new heights The travel and tourism economy in North Dakota surpassed pre-pandemic levels in 2023, according to a new report released by the North Dakota Department of Commerce. The number of visitors to North Dakota increased by 1.3 million, reaching a total of 25.6 million...
Isabel Jane Derek and Kristen Beckley, Sykeston, N.D., are proud parents of a baby girl, Isabel Jane, born May 15, 2024, at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, Jamestown, N.D. She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. She joins siblings Wyatt 9, Russell 7, Ruth 5 and Henry 3. Grandparents are Karen and the late Jim Neumiller, Sykeston; Daryle Beckley, Bordulac; Jodi Burr, Carrington and Dale Burr, Carrington. Great-grandparent is Jack Rosenau, Carrington....
JULY CARRINGTON All meals served with Milk, Coffee, Bread & Butter, Dessert Mon., July 15 - Beef Stroganoff over Noodles, Garden Salad, Broccoli, Fruit - Board Meeting at 10:30 a.m.; Business Meeting at 12:30 p.m. - Bridge, Open Cards Tues., July 16 - Tilapia, Candy Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Tropical Fruit - Pinochle Wed., July 17 - Potluck at Noon Thurs., July 18 - Meat Lasagna, Garden Salad, Garlic Toast, Fruit in Jello - Whist Fri., July 19 - Beef Roast, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Prince Edward Vegetables, Scalloped Appl...
The Annual Independence Day parade, sponsored by the Carrington Chamber & EDC, was a stormy one with rain drenching the parade entries as well as spectators. Dozens of units participated along a route down Main Street and passed Golden Acres Manor, Bethel Chapel and Trinity Lutheran Church. Parade judges chose Dennis Swanson's red 1966 Ford Galaxie as Best Vehicle. This year the parade theme was "America the Beautiful" and Best Use of Theme honors went to Faith Baptist Church. Harildstad Tax...
Bismarck, ND - The North Dakota Community Foundation is now accepting applications for grants from its Statewide Greatest Needs Fund. Eligible organizations in the state include those designated by the IRS as 501(c)(3) non-profit tax exempt groups, government agencies, such as a park district or school district, or an organization that has one of the above acting as its fiscal sponsor. Applications are submitted online at www.NDCF.net/receive/SWGN. The NDCF Board of Directors will review the applications and make final decisions at their fall...
Facing concerns over road maintenance costs and a road department stretched thin, commissioners in Foster County have recently been debating whether to grind up the paved Club Hall Road and turn it to gravel. Located in eastern Foster County, the Club Hall Road cuts through Eastman and McKinnon Townships for eight miles between Kensal Road (85th Ave Northeast) and Highway 20. For residents in the area it's a road they use often, and they weren't happy to hear it may soon be turned to gravel....
North Dakota Monitor July 17, 2024 Foster County Emergency Manager Andrew Kirking didn't offer a timeline for the cleanup of a 29-car train derailment, but said this: "It's going to be my whole summer." The cars, some carrying hazardous materials, derailed early on July 5 southeast of Carrington, North Dakota, near the tiny town of Bordulac. Six of the cars were carrying methanol, which ignited and burned until the last of the hot spots extinguished on July 7. Another 12 cars carried anhydrous... Full story
Local voters have one more decision to make this summer. On Tuesday, July 9, the Carrington School District will hold a special election. The one question on the ballot: should the school district increase the building fund levy from 5 mills to 10 mills. If at least 60 percent of voters approve, the school board will have the authority to levy up to 10 mills each year for facilities. The intent, school officials say, is to plan ahead and save for future repairs and maintenance to ensure that...
Just like McHenry, another Independent-area community is celebrating 125 years. Bowdon will be celebrating their quasquicentennial Friday-Sunday, July 12-14, with a full slate of events scheduled for the three days. One of several North Dakota towns named by Englishman Richard Sykes (Sykeston, Chaseley, Edgeley and Alfred being the others), Bowdon, founded in 1899, has an estimated population of 137, from a peak of 348 in both the 1940 and 1950 census counts. Friday events include the Fireman’s Supper, a Bowdon remembrance, DJ dance and F...
Once again, the Central City will be at the forefront of innovation. This time, it's the local newspaper you're holding in your hand that needs a reinvention. The time for change is now, and with help from national researchers, the Foster County Independent will be the first and only newspaper in North Dakota to test a new business model for community news. Teri Finneman, a tenured professor at the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Kansas,... Full story
The annual Youth Track Meet takes place at Cardinal Stadium Thursday night, July 11, with registration starting at 6:15 p.m. and the meet at 7 p.m. The event is open to preschool through the sixth grade (register in grade completed) and is sponsored by CHI St. Alexius Health Carrington Medical Center. There are no entry fees for the event. Burgers, hot dogs, chips and a drink donated by Carrington Youth Center will be available. Call 652-2524 or 307-0470 for more information....
AGENDA Carrington Board of Education Annual Meeting Carrington Middle School Library Tuesday, July 9, 2024 - 7:00 PM I. REGULAR ITEMS A. Call to Order B. Acknowledge all new board members who will be seated on the board. C. BOARD REORGANIZATION FOR 2024-2025 1. Election of Officers a. President: Nominations/Election/Motion b. Vice President: Nominations/Election/Motion D. Additions or corrections to the agenda. E. Approve the minutes of June 11th and 17th, 2024 F. Appointment of Board Committees 1. Transportation 2. Technology 3. Finance 4. Lun...
Five Spot Bar of Carrington made sizable donations to two area entities recently, each in the amount of $5,000.00. These funds were made available through the American Foundation for Wildlife through the gaming site at the Five Spot....
A new tool that promises to deliver accurate, fast and detailed results for patients at CHI St. Alexius Health Carrington Medical Center has been installed. CHI Carrington's Radiology Department received a new computerized tomography (CT) scanner to replace its old machine which served the community and region since 2012. The price of the scanner, a Siemens Somatom, was $401,342, not counting costs for installation work and room renovation. Radiology Technologist (RT) Luke Kutz says that the...
On July 10 Dakota Prairie Regional Center for the Arts (DPRCA) production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" premiers in New Rockford's Old Church Theater. There are four new cast members joining this production, Jeremiah Mitchell, Jakob Innes, Marisa Sanchez, and Simon Schlenker. These cast members will portray the various spellers in the spelling bee. Mitchell plays William Barfée, Innes as Leaf Coneybear, Sanchez as Marcy Park and Schlenker plays Chip Tolentino. Jeremiah...
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. Deng selected as Boys Athlete of the Year Add another honor to the long list of awards for Four Winds' Deng Deng as he was chosen as the N.D. Associated Press Sportswriters Boys High School Athlete of the Year. Deng excelled in multiple sports this past school year for Four Winds. He had an excellent...
JULY CARRINGTON All meals served with Milk, Coffee, Bread & Butter, Dessert Mon., July 8 - Pulled Pork Sandwich, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Fruit Salad - Bridge - Open Cards Tues., July 9 - BBQ Ribs, Cheese Hashbrowns, Prince Edward Vegetables, Pudding with Banana - Pinochle Wed., July 10 - Makeup Meal - Stuffed Peppers, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Pears - Pool Thurs., July 11 - Sloppy Joes, Diced Potatoes, Peas, Apple Dump Cake - Whist Fri., July 12 - Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, California Blend Vegetables, Jello with Fruit - Mexican...
McHenry celebrated 125 years of existence with a full slate of fun events Friday-Sunday, June 28-30. Some of the highlights included the ranch rodeo at the McHenry rodeo ring north of town Friday night, the All-School Reunion, 5K Fun Run, parade, musical entertainment and kids' activities on Saturday, and the All-Denomination Church Service, pancake breakfast, memorial service and Nature Scavenger Hunt on Sunday. The 125th Celebration provided ample opportunity for McHenry natives, residents...
Article updated Monday, July 8 at 1:20 p.m. to include new information An early morning train derailment on the east edge of Bordulac Friday, July 5, led to 29 cars leaving the tracks and igniting a large fire at the site. At approximately 3:53 a.m. on Friday, first responders from Carrington Fire and Rescue and CHI Carrington EMS were dispatched to a location at 2nd St. S.E. and 75th Ave. S.E. for a hazardous materials incident near Lake George just outside Bordulac. Ten to 15 cars were reporte...
