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Two benches were installed and dedicated to departed loved ones in the Carrington and Sykeston parks. A memorial bench to Reed James Nelson, son of Jesse and Brittany Nelson of Carrington, was installed at City Park Saturday, June 15. Another bench was also placed in Sykeston in memory of Mathew Neumiller and his father, James Neumiller, in the Sykeston Park by the Carrington Wrestling Club in early June....
Grand Forks, N.D. – Twenty-two North Dakota Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) and their CAH-owned/operated Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) participated in table top drills, which focused on active shooter situations. Two days were available for the drills which focused on planning, preparing, and testing the emergency preparedness plan of each facility in response to an active shooter scenario. These drills are part of the emergency preparedness compliance for both the CAHs and RHCs. The training was sponsored by the North Dakota Medicare Rural Hosp...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
May 1 - May 31, 2024 Criminal David Glenn Kangas, Warren, Ohio: • Unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia - Use - SI, SII, SIII. Condition: Comply with payment agreement. Not possess or own fire arms. Notify court of address change. Set up payment schedule. Unsupervised probation. Violate no criminal laws. Fees: criminal admin. fee: $200; defense/facility admin. fee: $100; fine/state: $500; indigent defense application fee: $35; victim-witness fee: $25. Confinement: Agency: Stutsman County Correctional Center, term: 10 days. Suspended: 10 d...
Carrington School District patrons have had their say about who will represent them for the next three years. On Tuesday, June 4, a total of 379 voters cast ballots in the CHS West Commons. When all the votes were counted, challenger Joseph Irmen had garnered nearly 100 more votes than the incumbent rural member, Kevin Wolsky. In unofficial results provided by Business Manager Kimary Edland, Irmen received 234 votes to Wolsky's 142. Wolsky served on the Carrington School Board for nine years....
Meeting Garrison Diversion Pipeline Project representatives again to discuss a blading contract, the Foster County Commission sought help from Foster County State's Attorney Kara Brinster. During their last meeting on Tuesday, June 4, the board heard about a contract Garrison Diversion officials say was signed by road superintendent Nate Monson for road blading during the construction of the pipeline. Commissioner Alan Scanson said that the commission was unaware of the contract and that Monson...
Picture this: You're sitting in a boat or swimming on the shores of Juanita Lake, enjoying the pleasant breezes and waves while catching some sun or a few keepers. Then, a sudden pang of hunger or thirst hits you. Or the bugs start biting. Or you just remembered you want to get the grill going. If those essentials weren't available, often times that meant a long jaunt back to Carrington, or New Rockford, or wherever the nearest store happened to be. And that means lost recreation time, fun, and...
In a world where first impressions matter, everybody wants to look their best when the party gets started. For Carrington Youth Baseball and Softball, that means making needed facility upgrades to the American Legion/Babe Ruth baseball diamond for what promises to be a fun summer. Ahead of the main event in the Central City in late July-early August, the 2024 State "B" Babe Ruth Tournament, City Park's field is busy getting spruced up. Brand-new, bigger dugouts are under construction, and freshl...
Foster County, N.D. – During Quit Week, June 9-15, 2024, residents are urged to make a commitment to becoming tobacco-free. Spearheaded by Quit Week partners from Tobacco Free North Dakota, North Dakota Health and Human Services, and local public health units, this annual initiative aims to empower individuals across the state to make a quit plan to stop using commercial tobacco and alternative nicotine products. For the fifth consecutive year, residents are encouraged to set a quit date for recovery from their dependence on cigarettes, s...
Highest Honor 12th grade: Emma Aberle, Sydney Friedt, Sophie Garr, Ethan Gast, Sarah Hallwachs, Bryan Harris, Madison Johnson, Tessa Mittleider, Isabella Neuman, Jozey Retzlaff, Kacie Rexin, Morgan Sherman, Kylie Skadberg, Olivia Threadgold, Alex VanRay, Maverick Zink 11th grade: Maxim Ciubotareanu, Sierra Friedt, Krystal Klein, Kendall Kovar, Kenadie Pazdernik, Brynn Smith, Kaydence VanRay, Hailee Weber, Isabel Wendel, Reagan Wolsky, Jazmyn Ybarra 10th grade: Jacob Boeshans, Juliet Davis, Connor Gast, Molly Hansen, Lauren Hendrickson, Aubrey...
END OF SECOND SEMESTER A Honor Roll 12th Grade: Brienna Ehlers, Trinity Smith, Ryleigh Miller, Kyle Johnson 11th Grade: Mason Iverson, Vanessa Vollmer, Will Spickler, Kylie Johnson, Wyatt Hoyt 10th Grade: Kelsey Johnson, Lilly Larson, Payton Sorum, Cooper Timm, Alyssa Foster, Karsyn Halvorson 9th Grade: Hailey Spickler, Jessa Spickler, Grandin Black, Trace Spickler 8th Grade: Ellie Hoffman, Amy Ramsey, Watson Spickler, Barett Black 7th Grade: Thea Adrian, Bentley Barclay, Kadence Spickler, Cainen Stangeland, Jesse Wessels, Addison McKenzie,...
The Great Plains Mobile Food Pantry will be stopping in Carrington this Thursday, June 13. Distribution will take place from Dakota Central's south building at the corner of 6th Avenue North and 4th Street North from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., but will begin as soon as products are available. Patrons are encouraged to line up along 6th Avenue North (facing south) and 5th Street North (facing east). All in need of food assistance are welcome to receive food at no cost. A short intake form is...
The Carrington Garden Club along with Runnings are co-sponsors of the Yard of the Week again this summer. Many people in Carrington enjoy horticulture and keep their lawns beautiful and their flower gardens bright and colorful; which helps show our community pride. Nominations are welcome and may be submitted to the Carrington Chamber and Economic Development Corporation office via phone 701-652-2524 or email: chambergal@daktel.com....
Carrington School District Regular School Board Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2024 Place: High School Library I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. II. REGULAR ITEMS A. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda B. Approve Minutes • May 14 and May 16, 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. Delegation: None B. Administrative Reports 1. Mrs. Helseth 2. Mr. Weber 3. Mrs. Helm C. Committee Reports 1. S...
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