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November is National Diabetes Month. About 30 million people in the United States have diabetes, and about 84 million American adults have pre-diabetes. What is alarming is that one out of four people with diabetes do not know that they have it. So what is diabetes and why don’t some people know they have it?
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Monday, November 16, 2020
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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month
By Linda Timian Republican Writer
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Diabetes is a disease that occurs when the amount of glucose (blood sugar) in your blood is too high. Blood glucose is your body’s main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Your body makes Insulin in your pancreas, and insulin helps glucose from food get into your cells to be used for energy. If your body doesn’t make enough insulin or doesn’t use insulin well, glucose will stay in your blood and not get into your cells. Over time, this excess glucose in your blood may cause heart disease, nerve damage, eye and dental problems, kidney disease, and foot problems besides diabetes.
“As more research has occurred and we have gained a better understanding of diabetes, there have been more specific 'types' of diabetes discovered,” shares Amber Albrecht, registered nurse and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) at Cavalier County Memorial Hospital. Types of Diabetes
occurs most often in middleage and older people. "With the obesity epidemic and our lifestyles becoming more sedentary, we are seeing more and more young people with type 2 diabetes,” said Albrecht. Type 2 diabetes usually begins with insulin resistance, a condition in which your body does not use insulin well thus needing more insulin to help glucose
-Type 1 diabetes happens when your body does not make insulin. It is usually diagnosed in children and young adults but can appear at any age. If you have type 1 diabetes, you need to take insulin every day. -Type 2 diabetes is the most common and happens when your body does not make enough insulin or does not use the insulin well. Type 2 diabetes can develop at any age but
enter cells. At first, the pancreas makes more insulin to keep up with the added demand, but over time the pancreas can’t make enough insulin and blood glucose levels rise. -Gestational diabetes develops in some women when they are pregnant. Most of the time, this type of diabetes goes away after the baby is born. However, if you’ve had gestational diabetes, you have a greater chance
of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Sometimes diabetes diagnosed during pregnancy is actually type 2 diabetes. -Prediabetes is when your blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be called diabetes. Having prediabetes is serious because it raises your chance of developing type 2 diabetes. You won’t know if you have prediabetes unless you are tested. Symptoms “The common signs of high blood sugar are being very thirsty, being very hungry, frequent urination and fatigue,” warns Albrecht. “These are more commonly noticed in type 1 diabetes because the blood sugar is usually much higher at diagnosis than with type 2. Someone with pre-diabetes may not have or notice any symptoms at all.” Often, diabetes is diagnosed during a routine checkup. “The general rule is to begin screenings at age 45 and at least every 3 years from there,” said Albrecht. If you have risk factors, screening should begin earlier and occur more often. “Risk factors for type 2 diabetes are sedcont. on page 2
Langdon Area High School participates in Red Ribbon Week Olson turkey calls exhibited in Bismarck Langdon Area High School (LAHS) Family & Consumer Sciences teacher Amy Kram and the FCCLA student members coordinated activities to participate in and promote Red Ribbon Week at the high school during the last week of October.
educate youth and encourage participation in drug prevention activities. “Students participated in a youth action summit a few weeks ago, which focused on advocacy and lots of tobacco free programs, and we decided
al seminar - North Dakota Youth Action Summit - with other students around the state,” said Regner. “This seminar talked about different tobacco and drug-related problems in the state. It was interesting because, while the seminar was
As part of Red Ribbon Week, FCCLA students, Tucker Regner and Hope Thorlakson passed out doughnuts saying "doughnut get yourself involved in drugs and tobacco." FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) is a student organization that is a part of the Family & Consumer Science curriculum. Red Ribbon Week is a national campaign to
to combine it into a drug-free/ tobacco-free week for Red Ribbon Week,” said Kram. Senior Tucker Regner was one of those students. “Fellow students and I attended a virtu-
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preaching about not smoking, they also taught us, the attendees, how to be advocates of our own. They taught us to be the next leaders that come into cont. on page 3
Langdon resident Paul Olson is being featured along with fourteen other North Dakota artists at the “Fine Crafts of North Dakota” exhibit by the Bismarck Art & Galleries Association. Two of his handcrafted turkey calls are displayed at the exhibit, which runs through November 21, 2020. Olson has enjoyed hunting wild turkeys in the Pembina Gorge for many years. He came across the craft of wing bone turkey calls by accident. “I just looked up wild turkeys on the internet one day and saw something about the wing bone calls and researched it some more,” said Olson. He started crafting them, largely selftaught. Later, he read in the Grand Forks Herald that the North Dakota Museum of Art at UND was looking for crafters and artists to display works of art for their annual fundraiser.
He gave them a call, and they were interested in having one of his calls for the fundraiser. “It was on display for a couple weeks at the museum,” he said. "The curator of the museum bought the call for herself at the end of the display.” In 2018, Olson's wife, Michelle, discovered the National Wild Turkey Federation Convention in Nashville and
thought it would be fun to go to Tennessee. At the convencont. on page 2
THANK YOU!
To the administration and staff members of Cavalier County Memorial Hospital and Clinic, Cavalier County Public Health Office, Langdon Ambulance Squad, Maple Manor Care Center, Osnabrock Community Living Center, Langdon Area Schools and St. Alphonsus School. Your hard work and dedication during this COVID epidemic are truly appreciated!
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Diabetes Awareness Month ______________________________________continued from Page 1 entary lifestyle, age, being over- lifestyle changes. more about the diabetes proweight, history of heart disease, “Preventing type 2 diabetes gram at CCMH and how it can high blood pressure, high cho- has to do with a person’s life- help you if you are diagnosed. lesterol, first-degree relatives style,” advises Albrecht. “Eating There is also a wealth of inforwith diabetes, to name a few. a well-rounded diet, keeping mation on the National Institute If you have several risk factors a healthy lifestyle, and having of Health’s diabetes website to or have prediabetes, screening routine check-ups are key fac- help you understand and navishould occur yearly." tors in preventing or slowing gate a healthy lifestyle, how to Prevention the onset of type 2 diabetes. reduce your risk of diabetes, If you have prediabetes, insu- Type 1 diabetes is very different and what to do if you are diaglin resistance, or if you had ges- in that it is an autoimmune dis- nosed with it. It can be found at tational diabetes, you can lower ease, and there is currently no https://www.niddk.nih.gov/. your chance of developing type known way to prevent it.” 2 diabetes with simple, healthy Next week we will discuss
Langdon Park Board Monday, Nov. 16, 4:30 p.m. Langdon Area School Board Monday, Nov. 16, 7:00 p.m. Cavalier County Commission Tuesday, Nov. 17, 8:30 a.m. Cavalier County Water Resource Board Monday, Nov. 23, 8:00 a.m. Langdon City Commission Monday, Nov. 23, 6:30 p.m. This information provided as a public service by the Cavalier County Republican.
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Turkey call exhibit ______________________________________________continued from Page 1 tion, he was able to learn more young hunters to commemo- Bergren, potter Shelly Sayler, about crafting from the other rate their first gobbler,” said Ol- woodcarver David Ely, canoe artists there as well as show his son. "People that hunt save me builder Wayne Metcalf, fly rod calls. their turkey wings so that I have maker Sandy Barnes, Scrimshaw More recently he gave a a supply to work with.” Advertis- artist Drex Young, Damascus demonstration of the crafting ing his turkey calls is mostly by knives by Rod Dewald, saddle process at Maple Manor Care word of mouth. maker Rex Cook, furniture deCenter. Carol Hart was in attenThe Olsons plan to go see signer Mike Iszler, and spear fish dance and called Troyd Geist, the exhibit before it ends. The decoys by Rick Whittier. The the state folklorist for the state other artists featured in the Bismarck Art & Galleries Associarchives. Geist came to Lang- exhibit are from all across the ation is located at 422 East Front don and documented Olson’s state: snowshoe maker and Avenue. The exhibit is free and call making process and recom- native flute designer Owen Je- open to the public, and masks mended him for the Bismarck rome, Luck-E-Bows by Dale and are required. A virtual tour of exhibit. Rita McKnight, glass blower Jon the exhibit can be found at “I made several for hunters all Offutt, metal designer David https://www.bismarck-art.org/ across the state, a lot of them for Badman, dogsled builder Paul exhibitions.
At the November 9 Zoom conducted meeting, it was decided to close the city transfer station to the public through November due to a citywide spike in COVID cases. Closure will not affect regular trash pickup at dumpster locations. Questions can be answered by Sanitation Supervisor Tom Beauchamp at 701-256-2115. Beauchamp will also be available to set up drop off on a case-by-case basis. Andrew Aakre of Moore Engineering was present via phone to present updates from Quam Construction. Quam submitted a letter of intent outlining a schedule to complete unfinished work. Work will run June 1 through July 2 of 2021. The Commission will form a reply stating it is the intent of the city, if construction is not completed by July 2, to terminate their contract and go to a bonding agency.
In discussion on utility billing for local businesses, progress has been made while a final decision has not. Conversation focused on a sustainable minimum fee and how it would be distributed among departments. Sanitation commissioner Darin Kaercher proposed halving the current bill of $95 to $47 for any business deemed a secondary tenant to the primary. The primary tenant, or landlord, would still pay the full $95. This $47 charge was broken down into three categories, $25 for water, $5 for street-light, and $17 for remainder of utilities. These numbers will be submitted to department heads to gain input on feasibility. The city’s official membership with the Chamber of Commerce was also discussed. It’s been questioned, as the city waves rent to the Chamber valued at $5,400 a year, should they continue to pay for official membership? It was proposed seeking a honorary member
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November and December Activities
•November 16 – 2nd Annual “Deck your Halls” contest starts •Please submit ONE photo of your place of business or organization “Decked” out for the Holidays to Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce Messenger starting November 16. •All entries will be posted on our Facebook page in an album for easy viewing. •The picture with the most likes is the winner of $100. •Voting will end December 11 at noon. •The winner will be announced during the December 12 Langdon Christmas Cash Drawing. •This contest is open to all Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce (LACC) businesses.
Langdon Christmas Cash Giveaway
•Start collecting your tickets November 20 for the Langdon Christmas Cash Giveaway (LCCG) at participating LACC businesses. •Drawings will be November 28, December 5 & 12 at 11:50 a.m. •Rules have been revised for this event. Please check next week’s Republican for posted rules. •Rules will also be posted on our Facebook page.
Parade of Lights
•November 27 – Parade of Lights •Line up at United Lutheran Parking lot at 5:30 p.m.; parade will start at 6 p.m. •Prize awards – 1st prize $125, 2nd prize is $100 and 3rd prize is $75 at 11:50 a.m. •Rules have been revised for this event. Please check next week’s Republican for posted rules. •Rules will also be posted on our Facebook page.
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Small Business Saturday •November 28
position instead as the Commission feels the city supports the Chamber in this way. Finally, a mask mandate in the city of Langdon was discussed. While acknowledging it is an important issue, the Commission chose not to enact a mandate. The primary reason being the city does not have legal authority to punish individuals found in violation. As it is unenforceable, the Commission feels a mandate would be unproductive. It was also noted, with political powers changing, the possibility of a state or national mandate is a realistic scenario in the future. In the meantime, the city will continue encouraging mask use through advertisement. It was also noted, businesses with concern to this issue hold the right to require masks on their private property, as they hold the right to refuse service. The next scheduled commission meeting will be November 23 at 6:00 p.m.
Community Calendar November 16 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Devils Lake 17 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m. 17 – Free Alzheimer’s Webinar/Virtual Presentation. Call to register: 800-272-3900, 5-6 p.m. 18 – Free Alzheimer’s Webinar/Virtual Presentation. Call to register: 701-277-9757, 2-5 p.m. 18 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 18 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Leever’s Run 8:45-10:45 a.m. 19 – Cavalier County Public Health Flu Clinic, CCPH Office Langdon, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 20 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 20 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Dollar General Run 9-11 a.m. 23 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 23 – Cavalier County Public Health Flu Clinic, CCPH Office Langdon, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 24 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m. 24 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Board Zoom Meeting at 1 p.m. 25 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 25 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Leever’s Run 8:45-10:45 a.m. 26-27 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - CLOSED - THANKSGIVING 29 – Storytime at Cavalier County Library–ages 3-pre-K. (Must call to sign up 256-5353, 1 p.m.) 30 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks or Devils Lake
December 2 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 3 – Storytime at Cavalier County Library–ages 3-pre-K. (Must call to sign up 256-5353, 1 p.m.) 4 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks
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Red Ribbon Week __________________continued from Page 1 drug prevention. Their focus is schools.” Senior Hope Thorlakson ex- on awareness through sponsorplains how they promoted the ing the Red Ribbon Campaign; drug-free/tobacco-free theme advocacy at the local, state and through fun activities for the national level; and providing reschool, “On Monday we hand- sources by acting as a national ed out numbered red ribbons clearinghouse of prevention litand then each day over the an- erature. Their mission is to lead nouncements we told facts and and support the nation’s famistatistics and then drew a few lies and communities in nurturnumbers and whoevers num- ing the full potential of healthy, ber we drew, if they were wear- drug-free youth. “I love how it’s a platform for ing their ribbon, they received a prize,” said Hope. “We had drugs and tobacco,” said Hope, themed dress up days every “and that we raise awareness day such as ‘team up against about those topics. We had tobacco and drugs’ (students great participation with everyand staff wore jerseys or team thing from dress up days to the shirts), ‘give drugs and tobacco prizes we gave out though the a boot’ (dress up in boots and week.” That awareness can have a cowboy clothing), and ‘wear red and show awareness for red rib- ripple effect. It may help a stubon week’. Wacky Wednesday dent struggling with choices, or was our big day of the week. it may help them realize there We passed out doughnuts to are struggles in people around all the high school and middle them. “We know that it made school students and staff say- an impact, but a lot of times we ing, ‘doughnut get yourself in- can’t tell really how far it goes,” said Regner. “The student may volved in drugs and tobacco.’” Red Ribbon Week has its not have an issue with tobacco roots in the 1980s and the non- or drugs, but they may go home profit group National Family and talk to a loved one who Partnership. NFP is a grassroots might struggle. It makes more effort by parents dedicated of an impact inside our brains to playing a leadership role in than on the outside.”
By Peggy Davis Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce Board President
Hello everyone, I would like to update you on the holiday happenings that the Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce (LACC) has on the calendar. We first and foremost want to thank everyone in the community for supporting the LACC members during this difficult time. We have pulled together as a community to support each other as only small towns can do! We have been deeply saddened by the many events we have had to cancel as a result of this pandemic, but we have a few FUN things planned for the coming holiday season. We have planned these events using the ND Smart Restart guidelines. First up, the “Deck Your Halls” contest for chamber members. Starting Nov. 16, you can send a picture (just one) of your holiday decorating to the LACC Facebook page. It can be an inside picture, a window display, or an outdoor
County Commissioners discuss COVID-19 safety measures By Linda Timian Republican Writer The Cavalier County Commission met Thursday, November 5 to discuss and approve their normal agenda items and to have an open discussion with all departments on safety measures to take within the courthouse. The meeting started with a report from County Road Supervisor Terry Johnston. Spot repairs to County Road 13 are complete using a combination of ground up pavement and concrete. It looks like black dirt but packs down very hard. A motion was approved to pay the county’s 40% portion ($22,890.04) per Water Board request. Another motion was approved to pay the county’s 70% share for repairing the rusted-out culvert in Cyprus Township on the road going to the elevator. County Sheriff Greg Fetsch reported that he and Chief Deputy Shane Gallagher were willing to be coroner and deputy coroner. It was made official with a motion from Commissioner Dave Zeis, seconded by Commissioner Austin LaFrenz, and
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display. Someone from the LACC will post the picture, and the picture with the most “likes” will win a prize. You will have until Dec. 11 to submit a picture or to “like” the pictures. Obviously, the sooner you submit a picture the more chances for “likes” you have. Winner will be announced Dec. 12 at the LCC drawing. We will have more details for chamber members soon. Next, we WILL be having the annual Parade of Lights and fireworks on Friday, Nov. 27. Line-up at the United Lutheran parking lot at 5:30 p.m., and the parade will begin at 6:00 p.m. Santa Claus will be riding in the parade as usual, but he won’t be having kids sit on his lap this year. After the parade we will have the usual fireworks! Our local businesses will also be celebrating Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 28. Follow the LACC Facebook page for announcements on which area businesses will be having deals for you to shop locally! Also, follow your favorite businesses by joining their social media pages as well. Deals Till Dark will be Thursday,
Dec. 3. Unlike previous years, the deals aren’t limited to the hours of 5-8 p.m….this year participating businesses will be having deals for you all day up until 8 p.m. Watch for business to announce their deals very soon! Last….but NOT least…..Langdon’s Christmas Cash Giveaway! We are starting it EARLY this year. Participating businesses will start giving out tickets on Friday, Nov. 20. The first drawing will be held Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020 at 11:50 a.m. The rules have been altered this year due to Covid. Drawing will be held at 11:50 a.m. live on the air with KNDK 1080. You will NOT have to be present in a participating business. Instead, we are asking that you listen from home (or your car). The winning ticket holder will have 5 minutes to TEXT a picture of the ticket and their name to 370-8877. That person will then have only 10 minutes to come to Farmers Union Oil to claim their prize. Please refer to the official rules at any participating business for more details.
approved unanimously. Fetsch then reported that the sheriffs and chiefs of the state had met, concerned about a mask mandate from the governor. The sheriffs are against mask mandates and prefer a stance of supporting the businesses and telling an unwilling customer either they wear a mask or they will have to leave. Fetsch confirmed that his department will comply with whatever is decided regarding a mandate but wanted them to know the position of the sheriffs. Jill Denault, Director of the Norther Valley Human Service Zone, requested that the commissioners formally approve the zone plan that had been sent out to everyone. A motion was made, seconded, and carried. She also asked to purchase a motion sensor light and additional camera for the east door due to workers coming in late at night, which was approved. All county departments then joined the Webex meeting for an open discussion concerning COVID-19 safety measures in the courthouse. Public Health nurse Steph Welsh presented information about the current local situation. She stated that the case rate is really high, hospital capacity is getting taken up, and that they needed to escalate their efforts to contain the spread of the disease. Masking is crucial outside of their homes, in their office, and with clients. Notably, if you have close contact with an active COVID case, you will not be required to quarantine if you both wore masks during the contact. She went through a list of recommendations on how to apply social distancing to the department operations and office layouts, touching on servicing clients outside and working from home. Everyone involved in the discussion agreed fully with masking to reduce the spread of COVID, and most felt that a mask mandate would not be helpful. Welsh suggested that if the elected bodies could show their support for masking, it would be extremely helpful to Public
Health and all of our health care systems. Chair Nick Moser relayed that Walsh County passed a resolution encouraging mask wearing. Welsh agreed that a resolution of support is vitally needed right now. Some commissioners wanted to show their support for masking, while others did not want to publicly make a statement regarding masks even though they supported it personally. Zeis made a motion for Welsh and Stewart to write a resolution with the right wording to encourage mask wearing across the county that the Commission could endorse. Stewart said he would be able to draft a resolution and get it to County Auditor Lisa Gellner the same day. Commissioner Greg Goodman felt a resolution was not necessary. The motion was not seconded. Alternatives to a resolution were discussed. Welsh stated that anything that supports their efforts would be appreciated. Goodman made a motion to place an ad in the Cavalier County Republican to thank the community and to follow public health recommendations. LaFrenz seconded. Zeis wanted to include language encouraging mask wearing. Goodman said it was not the Commission’s job to do so. The motion passed with a roll call vote, all voting yes. Emergency Management Coordinator Karen Kempert requested the Cavalier County logo be added to a document she has been working on for two businesses to help support their mask requirements. Other logos already on the document included the City of Langdon, City of Munich, Public Health, Emergency Management, and various other health entities. Zeis made a motion to add the Cavalier County logo to the document, and Moser seconded in order to have a discussion. In a roll call vote, Zeis voted yes, LaFrenz no, Dick no, Goodman no, Moser no. The next meeting is on November 17, 2020.
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Upside Down Under By Marvin Baker
The return of the fauna… Somebody took a picture a couple of months ago of a black bear in a sunflower field just south of Walhalla. The photograph was grainy, but there was no doubt it was a bear. That’s not the first time a black bear has been spotted here in recent years. Bears have been spotted in Bowbells (twice), Carpio, Hanover, Fargo, Hebron and Pembina. The Pembina sighting was the first in about 100 years and since then, an occasional bruin will pop up somewhere. Where are they coming from? If they were extinct in North Dakota for a century, why are they back? Likewise with the marten. Previous sightings of this animal were in the early and mid 1800s, and then they disappeared until 1920. The trail of the marten, a cousin of the weasel that is really a Tasmanian Devil in disguise, went cold once again until the early 2000s where they were being spotted, in abundance might I add, in the Turtle Mountains. But other sightings have taken place outside their preferred forest habitat. Where did the marten go for so many years and why is it back? Were they wiped out by fur trappers and dropped to zero here until one in Manitoba got lost and ended up here? It’s anybody’s guess. Another animal, the moose, has seen some dynamic changes in recent years. It used to be that you had to go to Alaska or watch Bullwinkle on TV to see a moose. Now, they’re showing up all over the state. Ironically, moose were once prevalent only in the Pembina Gorge near Walhalla. A disease thinned their numbers, but simultaneously, moose numbers began growing in the Kenmare and Bowbells areas. Today, there are hundreds of moose hunting licenses granted, and it seems Game & Fish continues to creep that number upward because of the population. The mountain lion is another, somewhat of a mystery, not because it’s here in the state but because numerous people spotted this animal or its tracks. Yet Game & Fish refused to confirm mountain lions in North Dakota for a long time. Mountain lions have been seen in Watford City,
West Fargo, Garrison, Kenmare, New Town, Twin Buttes and the list goes on. Yes, a mountain lion prefers rugged terrain such as the Badlands, but West Fargo? So many of these felines were confirmed that a hunting season had to be established. Some of these salty old, hunter and trapper types, seem to think mountain lions have always been here because of what their parents and grandparents have told them. Mountain lions were known to be seen in the Missouri River bottom in the Glencoe Church area in the 1920s and early ‘30s. Glencoe Church is on the Burleigh/Emmons County line between Hazelton and Bismarck. Have you seen any unusual animals in recent years? There have been some real strange sightings over the years, but some of these can be explained, while the return of the furbearers is an interesting phenomenon and should be the study of someone’s thesis paper in college because it’s certainly intriguing. Early one morning, a guy was jogging in the Sertoma Park area of Bismarck when a kangaroo jumped out from behind some trees. The kangaroo had escaped from the nearby Dakota Zoo and scared the poor jogger to a point that he’s probably never jogged in that area again. When I was in college in Bismarck in the mid 1980s, I saw an armadillo run across the street on south 12th Street near the Cash Wise Foods location. I never did get an explanation, but I’m sure it was somebody’s pet that got loose and scurried across the street. Those kinds of sightings are flukes and won’t happen again, certainly not in nature. But some of these others are quite intriguing. Wild boars in the Pembina Gorge, wild horses in the South Unit of the Badlands, beavers setting up shop along the Des Lacs River, blue heron looking for fish and red piliated woodpeckers in areas of the northwest that aren’t their habitat, are or have happened over the past 20 years. There are probably numerous possible scenarios that would lead us to believe that these animals would migrate to North Dakota, many of which are nothing more than reaching for a solution. What is the real reason(s)? There has to be an explanation, and you can rest assured Game & Fish has the answer.
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Peaceful transition of power an American hallmark The peaceful transition of power is a hallmark of American democracy, a national treasure envied throughout the world. Yet, we dare not take it for granted, for its perpetuation depends on the good faith, good will and integrity of leaders and citizens alike. The peaceful transfer of power, embedded in the foundation of our constitution, represents a dramatic alternative to authoritarian regimes that systematically ignore the will of the people. This sacred foundational principle is as fragile as the founders’ experiment in republicanism itself. It is vulnerable to the reckless behavior of candidates and citizens alike. Like other fundamental norms, it requires commitment, nourishment and defense, particularly in moments of great political and electoral turmoil. Two of our founding titans, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, were indispensable in the establishment of the principle, most prominently in the lessons they imparted in the presidential elections of 1796 and 1800. In the aftermath of the two contests, despite their personal disappointment and foiled ambition, both swore allegiance to republican principles and the national interest. After George Washington was unanimously preferred by electors in 1788, and nearly so in 1792, Adams narrowly defeated Jefferson in 1796 in what was the first contentious national election. Abigail Adams feared that subsequent elections would be
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stained with bloodshed. “We have had a paper war for six weeks past, and if the candidates had not themselves been entirely passive, rage and violence would have thrown the whole country in a flame,” she added. The restraint of Adams and Jefferson protected the nation from unbridled turmoil, but what they did after the election was even more important to the future of the nation. They found ground for reconciliation of considerable differences, pledged their commitment to the future of the republic, and extended to one another messages of sincere respect. The election of 1800 might have destroyed prospects for a peaceful transfer of power had it not been for the exemplary statesmanship of Adams and Jefferson. The race was nasty. It was punctuated by personal vilification, extreme partisan spirit and political vengeance. Both sides feared civil war. Adams, like Washington, was seeking a second term in office, which represented to the nation the virtues of continuity and stability of leadership in the fledgling republic. Jeffersonian republicans portrayed Adams as vain, insane, an advocate for monarchy and willing to marry his children to members of the royal family in England to promote his political ambitions. Adams’s loyalists characterized Jefferson as an atheist determined to bring the excesses of the French Revolution to America, including use of guillotine to punish opponents. Jefferson’s victory, “The Revolution of 1800,” reflected Americans’ decision to oust Adams and the Federalists in favor of Jeffersonianism, essentially a wholesale trade in governmental philosophy. It represented a crucial achievement for the country since it demonstrated that an opposition candidate could peacefully assume the reigns of governmental power under the Constitution. In his inaugural address, Jefferson demonstrated good will, deep commitment to national unity and
republican principles, and, memorably, voice to the implementation of a peaceful transfer of power: “We are all republicans—we are all federalists.” History imposes a set of expectations on those who have run the last leg in the race for the American presidency. It expects winners of presidential elections to exhibit grace and magnanimity toward those defeated. It requires, as well, a declaration of commitment to the Constitution, the values of democracy and the welfare of all the people -- federalists and republicans alike. The symmetry of historical demands upon the defeated candidate are clearly more burdensome. Deprived of the soaring spirit and energy enjoyed by the winner, the “runner-up” possesses only flagging spirit and energy. But grace and magnanimity must be summoned, for the good of the republic, and in the interest of national unity. It is the essence of a peaceful transfer of power. To his credit, Adams spoke of Jefferson’s “splendid talents” and “the long experience.” A line of subsequent presidents, defeated while in quest of “four more years,” including Jimmy Carter and George H.W. Bush, passed the baton as part of a peaceful transition of power and found words of respect and congratulations to Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton, respectively, in the spirit of national unity and the welfare of the nation. Failure in this duty would inflict lasting harm to the republic, and to the ideals of those who created it. ~~~ Adler is president of The Alturas Institute, created to advance American Democracy through promotion of the Constitution, civic education, equal protection and gender equality. Send questions about the Constitution to this newspaper and he will attempt to answer them in subsequent columns. This column is provided by the North Dakota Newspaper Association and Humanities North Dakota.
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Nov. 3, 2020 Election Congratulations to Senator Janne Myrdal, Representatives David Monson & Chuck Damschen for being given an additional term in the North Dakota Legislature. A big thank you to Charlie Hart, Melissa Anderson & Elsie Magnus for putting up excellent candidate campaigns in a very Red district. A commentary on the national presidential outcome, Donald Trump’s one term Presidency. One can “almost” feel sorry for the man. His 2020 election loss can really be traced back to his childhood & upbringing. Donald Trump never absorbed the basic tenet & realization that everyone needs to win sometime. Donald Trump has not only had to win all the time, but he has always had to have the ball. The true definition of a bully. Truth be told, every bully eventually loses. Somewhat ironically, long time Jeopardy game show host Alex Trebek passed away on Nov. 8th. Tributes to him say he was genuine, gracious, humble & sincere. In his own words, he wanted to be remembered as a nice guy, one who always tried to do good. What a wonderful epitaph. Paul Liebersbach, Nekoma Letter to the Editor: For the last decade artists in the
music industry have glorified drug use without making a mention of the consequences that they really cause. It went from glorifying drug dealing to glorifying the use of codeine, molly, weed, OxyContin, cocaine, you name it and it’s referenced in at least one of your favorite artists songs. In the past ten years there have been a number of drug overdose deaths in the industry. From Mac Miller to Lil Peep, Whitney Houston, Prince, Tom Petty, Juice World, Amy Winehouse, Michael Jackson, and Rick James. With this I have noticed a ton of artists speaking out on the awareness of drugs and suicide. From Logic to Lacrae, 50 Cent, Macklemore, Common and Eminem. The drug crisis we are in has opened artists minds up to how influential there work can really be. Juicy J made headlines for apologizing for promoting drug use. I hope it sets the tone for this decade to come because things need to make a change for the better and what better way than the music industry to start this amazing trend. For more information on this trend, go to https://www.narcononsuncoast.org/blog/juicy-j-makesheadlines-apologizing-for-promoting-drug-use.html . If you are in need of a referral to a treatment center, call us at 877-841-5509. Written by: Shauna Krout Clearwater, Fla.
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Local farmer directs America’s Farmers Grow Communitites donation to Nekoma Rural Fire District Each year, the America’s Farmers Farmers are invested in their comAbout America’s Farmers Grow Communities program partners with local farmers to provide grants to local nonprofits. Cavalier County farmer, Jason Schill, directed $2,500 to Nekoma Rural Fire District through America’s Farmers Grow Communities sponsored by the Bayer Fund. Celebrating its 10th year, America’s Farmers Grow Communities partners with farmers to support nonprofit organizations strengthening rural communities. The program offers farmers the chance to direct a $2,500 donation to a nonprofit of their choice. It has awarded more than $33 million to over 8,000 nonprofits across rural America. “A better life is Bayer’s goal.
munities, they root for their neighbors, and they know when and where there is a need,” said Al Mitchell, Vice President Corporate Engagement, Bayer. “Farmers are one of America’s best resources, which is why Grow Communities partners with them to direct donations to the organizations they are passionate about and that make a positive impact and a better life in communities.” To learn more about the America’s Farmers Grow Communities program, visit www.AmericasFarmers.com or follow on Facebook at facebook.com/AmericasFarmers.
Started in 2010, the America’s Farmers programs, sponsored by the Bayer Fund, have been dedicated to partnering with farmers to strengthen rural communities. The programs provide funding for ag scholarships, nonprofit donations and school STEM grants. Since inception the fund has awarded over $50 million to rural communities. For more information visit AmericasFarmers.com. About the Bayer Fund The Bayer Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the communities where Bayer customers and employees live and work by providing funding for good and nutrition, education and community development projects.
Langdon American Legion held their Veterans Day program on Nov. 11, which was closed to visitors, but was broadcast on KNDK AM 1080. Pictured is Anna Spivey, Chaplain Dennis Hensel, Post 98 Commander Harvey Metzgar, Tony Phillips and Adjutant Leon Hiltner. Post 98 also hosted a fund drive for the Cavalier County Food Pantry after the program. Photo by Jake Kulland.
By Katie Henry NDSU Extension Family and Community Wellness Agent It Might Be Time The other day as I was looking for something that I thought had fallen behind our side table, I saw something that was not only embarrassing but also disturbing. It was the biggest dust bunny in the history of the world. I even thought about calling Guinness World Records but decided against it because I didn’t actually want it documented. (Yes, I realize the irony of me writing about it…) I decided it was a sign that it just might be time to do a deep clean. There is something very satisfying about doing a deep cleaning that changes not just our outlook but also the actual air around us. It’s not only good for our minds but also our bodies by getting moving. Spring, Summer, and Fall can bring dirt and grime into the house that you won’t want sitting there all winter. It would be nice and refreshing to revitalize your living and sleeping space to help you enjoy the winter more. And, with the upcoming winter pending, it might be a great idea to do a deep fall cleaning before the holidays come. Even if we aren’t going to be having company over to celebrate holidays, it will be helpful and healthful to clean before windows are shut for the winter. Top 10 Fall Deep Cleaning List: 1. Wash walls. Take everything down, dust it all, and wash the walls down. Don’t forget the door jams, window sills, and baseboards!
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2. Clean windows. Remove screens and vacuum the screens, sills, and all grooves. Wipe everything down. Wash glass. 3. Scrub your refrigerator and freezer. Hot, soapy water works best followed by a wiping rinse. Do NOT use bleach, as it will ruin things like the seals. Remember to throw the expired items that have been in the back corner for too long! 4. Clean your washer. Remove any seals or trays and scrub them as well as the place they fit into. If your washer tends to have an odor, use 1 cup of bleach in an empty cycle or cleaning cycle to kill mold and mildew followed by 1 cup of vinegar in an empty cycle or cleaning cycle to help eliminate the odor. 5. Vacuum and scrub your dryer. Remove the lint trap, scrub it with a toothbrush to remove fabric softener residue, and let air dry. Vacuum out the lint trap compartment. Remove the back vent hose from the machine, and vacuum out the machine as well as the vent hose. 6. Kitchen appliances. Put your oven through the self-cleaning cycle or give it a good scrub (whichever is recommended for your appliance). Remember to clean any other appliances that need a good scrubbing. Don’t forget to clean under them as well! 7. Declutter your home. Even if you aren’t ready to get rid of some things, put your least favorite knickknacks in a tote to make room for holiday decorations. Wait a month after you take your holiday decoration down. If you decide you like the space bare after the holidays (which also makes it easier to clean), consider giving away the
items or selling them to make some extra money next spring. 8. Freshen furniture upholstery and pillows. Vacuum and spot clean all furniture upholstery and throw pillows. Freshen the bedding that you don’t wash on a regular basis such as throw pillows and comforters. 9. Replace caulking. Remove, scrub the area, let dry, and replace the caulking in the bathrooms. 10. Dust bunny extermination. Don’t forgot to get rid of all of the dust bunnies under, behind, and beside your furniture! Once you get the dust bunnies, you can spot clean or shampoo your carpets. If you have already done your fall cleaning and are looking for germ fighting tips to keep your house as germ free as possible on your freshly cleaned surfaces, feel free to visit our website to view our “Germ Defense Pyramid” (FN1349) https:// www.ag.ndsu.edu/publications/ food-nutrition/germ-defense-pyramid/fn-1349-germ-defense-pyramid.pdf. It’s full of cleaning and disinfecting tips and routines like this sanitizing solution: 1 Tablespoon chlorine bleach in 1 gallon of water. If you would like more tips on cleaning, feel free to call us at 256-2560 or email katie.d.henry@ ndsu.edu. I don’t want to say I’m going to do all of the things I listed above as that would be hypocritical, but I do think that the giant dust bunny and its little bunny friends (yes, there was more than one…) were great motivators to at least get me thinking of doing a deep clean. They have helped me realize that it might be time…
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Anitha Chirumamilla Ag & Natural Resources Agent Cavalier County Extension
Income Tax Management Workshop NDSU Extension announces the annual Income Tax Management Workshop for Ag producers. The workshop is going to be on Dec 1st, 2020 from 1 to 4 p.m. (CST). Considering the rising COVID Infections in various counties, this year’s workshop is going to be conducted via Zoom technology and each individual participant will need to connect to Zoom to participate. This workshop is an interactive video program to assist you with year-end farm business decisions and retirement planning. This program provides an excellent opportunity for agricultural producers and tax preparers to learn and ask questions about tax management alternatives while there is still time to implement year-end tax management decisions. There will be updates regarding federal income taxes. The IRS will speak on new legislation, preventing identity theft and data breaches, and estimated payment tips for the taxpayer and practitioner. Deferral of income and replacement periods for livestock sold due to drought will be explained. Defined benefit plans as a tool for tax management upon retirement will be discussed. All participants will have the opportunity to ask questions via the chat box. Please call the NDSU Extension Office Cavalier County
at 256-2560, if you have questions about the program. Program Topics Include: • Federal income tax update • IRS update • Identity theft and breaches • Tax management upon retirement • Net operating losses, like kind exchanges • Drought-forced livestock sales • Deferred crop sales • Qualified business deduction (199A) Presenters and Panel Members Include: Alan Gregerson – Stakeholder Liaison, Communication and Liaison Division of the IRS. Rob Holcomb – Extension educator, University of Minnesota. Kelda Rerick – Senior certified public accountant, Haga Kommer, Ltd, Bismarck, N.D. Russ Tweiten – Vice president, Agribusiness Consulting. Registration: Pre-registration is required** Fee: $10; Registration deadline: Nov. 27 Online registration link: https:// www.ag.ndsu.edu/farmmanagement/events/income-tax-management-for-ag-producers • When registering, you must include an email to be able to attend the meeting. • You will receive the Zoom link Monday, Nov. 30. • All program material will be posted for downloading prior to the meeting or contact the Extension office if you need them printed. • Continuing education credits will not be offered.
Muhs and Dragseth awarded scholarships Andrew Muhs of Langdon and Grace Dragseth of Watford City were recently awarded scholarships from the U.S. Durum Growers Association (USDGA). Muhs is the recipient of the 2020 Monroe Scheflo Scholarship. He is a college freshman at Lake Region State College pursuing a degree in precision agriculture. Muhs is very active in his family farm, has worked summers for the Cavalier County road crew, and was involved in choir, band, golf, and hockey in high school. Upon completion of his degree, he plans to return to his family’s farm as a partner with his brother and to his family’s Pioneer Seed business. Muhs is the son of Cheryl Muhs. Dragseth received the 2020 USDGA Scholarship. She is a college junior at North Dakota State University pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agriculture education with a minor in extension. Dragseth is passionate about 4-H and FFA and has been active in numerous extracurricular and volunteer activities throughout high school and college. Upon completion of her degree, she plans to return to Williams or McK-
enzie county to be an agricultural education teacher and/or extension agent. She is the daughter of Kyle and Julie Dragseth. “It is important USDGA continues to encourage the next generation to pursue careers in agriculture,” says USDGA President Blake Inman. “It’s an honor to award these scholarships to two very deserving recipients.” The Monroe Scheflo Scholarship Fund was established by USDGA in 1985 in memory of Monroe Scheflo, who served as the association’s president from 1982-1984, when he lost his battle with cancer at the age of 43. The USDGA Scholarship was established by the association in 2014, in order to offer another scholarship opportunity to agriculture students in durum-producing states. USDGA’s mission is to increase the profitability of durum production through effective market development and promotion and coordinated communication and educational outreach. For more information, please visit www.durumgrowers.com.
Check us out online at www.cavaliercountyextra.com Record of Climatological Observation Langdon Experiment Station October 2020
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Normal Dep from Normal Precipitation 0.64 1.25 -0.61 Average Monthly Temp 34.4 41.6 -7.2 Heating Degree Days* 948.5 654 +294.5 Cooling Degree Days 0 0 0 Snowfall 3.3 2.11 +1.19 *Heating degree days are based on 65 degrees F. Observation reading made at 8 a.m. daily.
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Lloyd Foisie
An open graveside service was held at the Hannah Cemetery on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, for Lloyd Foisie, 92, of Walhalla, who went to be with Jesus on Thursday, Novem-
ber 5, 2020. Lloyd was born near Hannah to Sadie Smerer Wheeler and Russell Wheeler. He spent most of his younger years with the Joshua Foisie family. He was a man of many trades as he has worked on an oil rig, in silver mines, feed, mill, meat packing plant, making bricks, logging and in an ammuni-
tion depot. He finally settled into farming and raising livestock near Hannah. He enjoyed and was well known for his vegetable garden as he loved to share it with everyone! Other things he enjoyed were playing cards and pool, going to church, fishing and having coffee with the guys. He was a member of the Walhalla Assembly of God church. Survivors include his beloved wife, Joyce; son Rick Weiner; stepchildren: Arnold (Ida) McLeod, Daryl (Lois) McLeod, Robert McLeod, Terry (Ann) Carson, Rhonda (Dean) Baker, Cheryl (Rodger) Hartz, Carla (Brian) Kiner, Jeff (Jana) Carson; son-in-law Dan Herk; siblings: Everett (Mary) Wheeler, Ernie (Carol) Wheeler, Ida Bubendorf, and Carol
Chuna; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and greatgreat grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his father and mother; wife Ruby McLeod; step-children: Yvonne, Eugene, and Delores; and siblings: Isabelle, Marshall, Clifford and Richard. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be directed to the Walhalla Assembly of God Community Center, P.O. Box 396, Walhalla, ND. 58282. Askew Funeral Home of Cavalier was in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook at www.askewfuneralhome.com.
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CHURCH DIRECTORY Please join us at First Baptist Church for Team Kid! Every Wednesday for children in grades K-6. Starts at 6:30 p.m. Hope to see you then! We also have youth group available for grades 7-12. Hope to see you there! 1124 5th St 701.256.5060
St. Alphonsus Catholic Church 1010 3rd St. • Langdon – Phone 701-256-5966
Father Michael Hickin Mass Times
Catechism Saturday 7:30 p.m. Grades 1-12 & Adults & RCIA Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 p.m.
St. Edward’s in Nekoma Saturday - 5 p.m. St. Michael’s in Wales Sunday - No Masses scheduled at this time
To Advertise your Church in this Spot Contact Lori at 256-5311 Presbyterian Church of Langdon (one block West of Post Office)
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Time 11 a.m. – Sunday Worship Live on KNDK 1080 EVERYONE WELCOME
Phone School Grades: 701-256-2354 Preschool-8th grade Our Parish Website is www.stalphonsuslangdon.com. Check our Parish Webpage for Up-to-Date information. •Public Masses are now permitted. Those in attendance are encouraged (not required) to wear a mask. •We will continue to live-stream the Sunday Masses at 10:30 a.m. (note time change)
314 15th Ave Phone 701-686-2000
Pastor Norm Economy Pastor Jordan Braunberger
Sunday Morning Worship – 11 a.m. Ignite Youth Church Wednesdays – 7 p.m. – The Paragon (1304 4th St.) Worship Service 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School 10:45 – 11:45
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Church: 256-2634 Pastor Sue Mackey: 868-3118
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Eugene Steinke
Eugene Steinke, 82, of Wales, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo. Eugene Charles Steinke was born November 20, 1937, on a small farm near Rush Lake 2 miles west of Wales, to Gustav and Anna (Greening) Steinke. He grew up in Minto Township and attended school at Minto Twp. School and Wales High School, graduating in 1955. He bought the bar in Wales on July 10, 1964, and then built the new bar building in 1977. He owned and operated the bar until 2015. One of his favorite things to do was to invite friends from all over, including many from Canada, to his bar. He was a gracious host. He loved having a good time and made sure everyone had a good time and no one ever went away hungry. There was always someone there who sat down at the piano and/or picked up a guitar and the sing-a-long would begin. Canadians waited until the last minute to head back to the boarder. He loved singing and listening to country music, playing pool, curling, driving around visiting, and raising cattle. He also looked forward to goose hunting
and driving combine for family and friends in the fall. He had a big heart and was always there to help anyone who needed it. In 1965, he met Renae Kern, and they were married November 16, 1968. They had a daughter Monica. His grandchildren, Dawson and Baylee, were very important to him. He loved spending time with them and called them almost every day to check in and see how they were and what they were up to. He was always very supportive of their education and their goals and aspirations in life, helping in whatever way he could. Surviving Gene are his wife, ReNae, of Wales; daughter Monica (Rick) Kram of Dickinson; grandchildren Dawson of Dickinson and Baylee of Grand Forks; and siblings: Norma (Dennis) Pengilly, Sharon Krueger, Earleen (Bob) Edkins, and Earl (Cindy) Steinke along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Lorraine Stauber, Berneice, Janet Marie, and Anna Kueneman; and brothers: Melvin, Kenny, Allen, Alfred, Walter, and Jerry. Services for Gene will be held in the spring. Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.
A private funeral service was held at the United Lutheran Church on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, for Donald B. Pflaum, 76, of Cavalier who passed away Monday, November 2, 2020, at Sanford in Fargo. Donald B. Pflaum was born August 21, 1944, in Grand Forks to Clifford H. and Lucille (Boyd) Pflaum. He grew up in Wales and graduated from Wales High School. He then attended Mayville State Teachers College where he received his degree in chemistry and physics. On October 24, 1964, he married Mary (Janie) Sateren at Lakota. He and Janie then moved to Cavalier where he taught school until starting Rusten and Pflaum Construction. He enjoyed traveling the world on hunting trips and spent countless hours ice
fishing with his grandson, Scotty. He enjoyed spending time with his family and going to his grandkids’ activities every chance he got. He took great pride in working on projects in the garage and on the job site and was never caught sitting still. Anyone that got the chance to know him knew he was a softie at heart with a great sense of humor. He was the most loving man with a heart of gold and will be deeply missed by his family and all that knew him. Don is survived by his wife, Janie; his children: Julie (Eric) Holt of Los Angeles, Calif., Lisa Pflaum of Cavalier, Jenni (Jason) Rasmussen of Grand Forks, Justin Pflaum of West Fargo; and grandchildren: Scott McColl, Aspen McColl, and Kennedy Rasmussen. Preceding him in death were his parents and infant sister. Askew Funeral Home of Cavalier was in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook at www.askewfuneralhome.com.
Mass of Christian Burial was held November 12, 2020, at St. Frederick’s Catholic Church in Verndale, Minn., for Edna Perius, 97, of Wadena, Minn. and formerly of Verndale, who passed away on November 5, 2020, at the Fair Oaks Lodge in Wadena under the gentle care of Knute Nelson Hospice. Burial was in St. Frederick’s Catholic Cemetery in Verndale, Minn. Edna was born to Ferdinand and Anna (Hamann) Stamm on September 10, 1923, in Loma, where she graduated from high school. On June 21, 1944, she was united in marriage with Frank Perius in Loma. Over the years they lived in Loma, Milwaukee, Wisc., Verndale and Wadena, Minn. Community members will remember her for her 26 years in the Verndale School food service department. Her children’s friends and relatives came just to
eat homemade buns by the best cook ever! Her green thumb shined brightly in her beautiful African violets and flower gardens. Her faith was integral in her life, and she enjoyed the Catholic Channel, recited many rosaries daily, and was a member of St. Frederick’s Christian Mothers. She was also a member of the Wadena VFW Auxiliary and a food shelf volunteer. Preceding Edna in death were her husband, Frank, on April 1, 1987; parents Ferdinand and Anna; brothers: Henry, Joseph and Ferdinand Stamm, Jr.; sisters: Genevieve Ballweg, Edith Rhea and Louise Kram; and grandson Jamie Perius. Edna is survived by her children: Jay (Jackie) Perius of Verndale, Kevin (Vonnie) Perius of Wadena and Terry (Jean) Perius of Verndale; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and a host of friends. Arrangements by the Schuller Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Wadena, Minn. Online condolences at www.SchullerFamilyFH.com.
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Effective Immediately: All in-town trips have to be called in no later than the business day before the trip. This is due to the cleaning protocol we have established for the vehicles. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS. In-town transit hours are from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. We are limited in what we can handle due to cleaning and driver shortage so please don’t be upset if we ask you to change your appointment. ALL passengers are required to wear a mask. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak our out-of-town trips will be limited to doctor appointments only. Patrons will be allowed to eat but shopping will not be allowed. Please call early with your appointments for out-of-town trips as we can only get 2 passengers on with the “social distancing” guidelines. All activities, including foot care, have been cancelled. Access to the Langdon Senior Center is limited to staff and deliveries.
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Devotions by community pastors
This devotion is submitted by Pastor Don Barsness of Salem Bible Church
“Fairest Lord Jesus” The old song is really old. German Jesuit monks may have been singing “Fairest Lord Jesus” in the early 1600’s. It has evolved to become a common entry in many English hymnals today. The first lines of the modern version read, “Fairest Lord Jesus! Ruler of all nature, O Thou of God and man the Son! Thee will I cherish, Thee will I honor, Thou, my soul’s Glory, Joy and Crown!” The theme of this old hymn is the Lordship of Jesus Christ. While the language and literary structure of the song may be somewhat unfamiliar, our reflection promises spiritual enrichment. Jesus’ birth announcement was a proclamation of this theme. The angel told the shepherds, “a Savior has been born to you; He is Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:11). The early Christian church declared this same theme. The Apostle Paul said the outcome of God’s redemptive activity will be every person’s confession -- “that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father” (Philippians 2:11). Christians thank God that Jesus is our Savior. Challenged by the candid insights of Scripture -- we’ve all sinned against God (Romans 3:23), and the payoff of our sin is spiritual death (Romans 6:23), the followers of Jesus breath a collective sigh of relief as we embrace the Gospel. Jesus is our Savior. Faith in Him
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brings pardon from the death penalty. Coming to God on the merits of Jesus, confessing our sins to God, we are delighted to find that God is “faithful and just to forgive us our sins” (1 John 1:9). The consequences of sin give way to the gift of God -- “eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” (again, Romans 6:23). The Jesuit monks got it right. “Fairest Lord Jesus,” indeed. Jesus -- our Savior from sin and its terrifying results. But again, the theme of this hymn is the Lordship of our Savior. Jesus is His name. Savior describes His work. Lord is His title. The title addresses His deity -Jesus is God with us, just as the angels announced at His birth. He is God become man, taking on flesh and dwelling among men. He is God -- strong on our behalf, able to accomplish all that His love dictates. He is God, and He is able to save us. By grace, we come to know Jesus as the lover of our souls. The same grace alerts us to the divine nature of our Savior -- He is God. Because Jesus is our Savior and Lord, the joy of our salvation is interwoven with sincere humility toward God (James 4). His word has directive influence in our lives. We’re led by the character-shaping persuasion of His Holy Spirit. “Fairest Lord Jesus” -- “Thou, my soul’s Glory, Joy and Crown!”
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All smokers, including those who use electronic nicotine delivery systems or vaping devices, are encouraged to make the Great American Smokeout on Thursday, Nov. 19 their quit date. Quitting tobacco is the single most important thing you can do to improve your health. Smoking or vaping increases the user’s chances of contracting respiratory diseases like COVID-19 and Influenza (flu), as well as developing many other smoking related illnesses and can even lead to death. A thousand North Dakotans die every year from tobacco use. North Dakota’s smoking rate, at 17%, is higher than the current national average of 14%, according to the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids. North Dakotans are invited to join thousands of others across the country who are planning to quit as a part of the American Cancer Society’s annual Great American Smokeout. NDQuits and local public health units provide a wealth of resources to help tobacco and nicotine users quit. Cavalier County Health District and Cavalier County Memorial Hospital recognize the most effective way to quit smoking is to make a quit plan. Cavalier County Memorial Hospital assists those wanting to quit tobacco and nicotine by providing educational materials and tobacco cessation resources. In addition, the statewide tobacco cessa-
tion program, NDQuits, offers free support and coaching. A quit plan may include setting a quit date, listing reasons to quit, identifying smoking triggers, and building a strong support system. “There are many resources to help you quit, and the Great American Smokeout is a great time to start using those options,” said Megan Overby, DNP, APRN, FNP-C. “The tobacco treatment specialists at Cavalier County Memorial Hospital can help you make a plan and stick to it with the help of tobacco
cessation products and support.” Tobacco users can get help enrolling in NDQuits with assistance from Cavalier County Memorial Hospital at 701-256-6100 or by calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-7848669). TDD users can call toll-free at 1-800-842-4681. Enrollment in NDQuits is also possible online at www.ndquits.health.nd.gov. To learn about tobacco prevention and cessation efforts in our community, contact Cavalier County Health District at 701-256-2402.
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St. Alphonsus releases honor roll
St. Alphonsus School, announces their Honor Roll for first quarter of 2020-21 school year. A Honor Roll Shanna Gette, Mya Hoffman, Brianna Wild and Maci Witzel B Honor Roll List Christine Joyner, McKenzie Regner, Cole Spanier, Danilynn Thompson, Christian Tollefson, Jacob Tollefson and Graci Witzel
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By Carrie Hope Principal St. Alphonsus Catholic School
Lifting Each Other Up In the past few weeks we have been seeing less of some of our friends and neighbors, and we have been seeing homemade deliveries pop up on front steps – contactless delivery of necessities. As our friends and neighbors have fallen ill or tested positive for Covid-19, there are meals, desserts – on Halloween there were even treat bags – left for those who needed some spirit lifting. We have been prepared for a Covid outbreak in our community and at our school; we have planned for months. At school, we have the logistics worked out; we have our cleaning regimen down pat; we have social distancing and mask wearing looking like normal. Cavalier County has topped 100 active cases of Covid-19, and the county has moved to the orange color risk level with more restrictions, which the Cavalier County Health District hopes will slow the spread until cases start to decline. In order to slow the spread in our school, we are asking our preschool and pre-K students to wear masks,
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if possible. (They’re doing very well with this request!) Our K-8 students wear masks in the hallways and public spaces. We’re asking all parents to keep students home when sick. Superintendent Fr. Michael has shared a message of hope on our Facebook page, pointing out that the church is open for those who need a 1-on-1 with Jesus. Father Michael writes, “Jesus sees. Jesus guides. Jesus responds to our responses. He will continue to bless us. Let’s do our part to be present to one another through him. That’s the Mystical Body of Christ at work!” As the days go by, check on your friends and neighbors, those in quarantine, and those you know who have tested positive for coronavirus. Some may not have been fully prepared to quarantine at a moment’s notice. Ask if you can deliver to them the basics like milk and bread, provide a meal, a treat, or even a book. Front step delivery is a great way to achieve contactless delivery. We have faith that we can move through this trying time together. Carrie Hope is in her 2nd year as principal at St. Alphonsus School. She can be reached at carrie.hope@ k12.nd.us or at 701-256-2354. St. Alphonsus School is celebrating its 100th school year.
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Cards advance to 4th straight Dakota Bowl after pulling away from Minot Ryan 55-27 L-E-M plays Lisbon for third straight State Class A Title By JAKE KULLAND Republican Sports Writer The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals football team had one hurdle left to get over to reach another goal of playing for a state championship when they hosted Minot Ryan in the semifinals of the Class A 11 Man Playoffs on Nov. 7. After a very close first half, the Cards pulled away to win the game 55-27. That win moves the Cards record to 11-0, and they now advance to their 4th straight Dakota Bowl at the Fargodome to play for what would be their third straight state title. Minot Ryan ended a nice season with a record of 9-3. The game with the Lions opened up with Minot Ryan surprisingly throwing the football, with Nick Sanders finding open receivers on an 80 plus yard drive. The Lions converted a 4th and 17 on a middle screen pass to Jaxson Feller to move down and score on a seven yard touchdown pass from Zach Henderickson. It was an early gut check for the Cardinals, but they answered that call by moving right down the field and scoring on a tough catch and run by Grant Romfo on a 15 yard pass from Simon Romfo. After forcing a Minot Ryan punt, the Cards would score again in the first quarter on a drop it in the bucket type throw from Simon to a sprinting Markus Kingzett, and the 46 yard lightning strike made the score 16-7 Cardinals after the first quarter. But the Lions didn't drive all the
way to Langdon to give up, and they would also have an answer with Bryson Elm scoring on a 31 yard pass from Sanders and a fourth down and eight play to get within two points. As they did in the first quarter, Langdon-Edmore-Munich answered that play with not one but two scores, a 25 run from Simon, and a two yard rush from Grant. The Cardinals were looking for the dagger late in the second quarter, as they set up a hook and ladder play which looked it was there for a touchdown, but the pitch was fumbled and recovered by the Lions, who scored on a nine yard pass just before half from Sanders to Elm to make the score 28-21 Cards at halftime. Langdon-Edmore-Munich made some adjustments against the Minot Ryan passing game in the second half, led by defensive lineman Alex Cluchie. The senior led the way with four quarterback sacks, three in the second half to allow the Cardinals to work to extend the lead, which they did. Simon Romfo had a home run touchdown run from 67 yards out, followed by a four yard pass to Carter Tetrualt. The Cards put the icing on the cake with two Grant Romfo TD runs from a yard out. Feller would get one more score for the Lions as time expired. Simon Romfo had his last game on the Langdon football field be one of his best, as he ran for 222 yards and threw for 188 more. Clutchie now has 10 sacks on the season to lead the team.
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LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 55, MINOT RYAN 27 MR -- 7 14 0 6 -- 27 LEM -- 16 12 14 13 -- 55 MR -- Zach Henderickson 7 pass from Nick Sanders (Bram Johannson kick) LEM -- Grant Romfo 15 pass from Simon Romfo (G. Romfo run) LEM -- Markus Kingzett 46 pass from S. Romfo (S. Romfo run) MR -- Bryson Elm 31 pass from Sanders (Johannson kick) LEM -- S. Romfo 25 run (Pass failed) LEM -- G. Romfo 2 run (Run failed) MR -- Elm 9 pass from Sanders (Johannson kick) LEM -- S. Romfo 67 run (Pass failed) LEM -- Carter Tetrault 4 pass from S. Romfo (Tetrault pass from S. Romfo) LEM -- G. Romfo 1 run (S. Romfo kick) LEM -- G. Romfo 1 run (Kick blocked) MR -- Jaxson Feller 25 run Rushing -- LEM: Simon Romfo 19-222, Grant Romfo 11-45, Carter Tetrault 4-29; MR: Jaxson Feller 21-106, Nick Sanders 13-25 Passing -- LEM: Simon Romfo 1113-188-0 3 TD's; MR: Sanders 1835-253-1 3 TD's Receiving -- LEM: G. Romfo 3-50, Markus Kingzett 2-58, Mason Romfo 2-36, Carter Tetrault 4-29, Cooper Zimmer 2-22; MR: Bryson Elm 7-114, Zach Hendrickson 6-83, Feller 4-47
Drew Simpson gest a hand on Lions Jaxon Feller and takes him off his feet. Photo by Larry Stokke
Alex Cluchie and Cooper Zimmer team up to sack Bishop Ryan's quarterback. Photo by Larry Stokke
Grant Romfo stretched out to score one of his three rushing touchdowns and had one receiving touchdown. Photo by Larry Stokke
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VOLLEYBALL
Lady Cards gets postseason underway with 3-0 win over Dunseith By JAKE KULLAND Republican Sports Writer
The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals volleyball team began what they hope is another postseason run that will result in another state title when they began the 2020 Region 4 Volleyball Tournament hosting Dunseith on November 10. The Region 4 Tourney is going with a different format this year due to COVID-19 in that matches are played at the home site of the higher seed throughout the tournament, as opposed to being in one venue. That means the top-seeded Cardinals have the opportunity to have up to three home tournament matches for being the top seed in the tournament. The road to the State B Tournament goes through Langdon, and the Lady Cards started down that road with a 3-0 win over
the Dragons in the opening round, winning 25-9, 25-11 and 25-8. The win was the 15th in a row for the 18-2 Cardinals, who played Benson County on November 12. If they are victorious, they will host the Region 4 Championship at 2:00 p.m. on November 14 against either North Star or New Rockford-Sheyenne. The match against the Dragons was fairly efficient for Langdon-Edmore-Munich, as they had it going from the serving line all evening, finishing with 24 aces as a team. Senior Kaylee Lowery led the way reaching double figures with 10. Leading the way at the net was Cardinals senior all-stater Lexi Olson, who had a game high 15 kills, the only player on either team to reach double figures. Morgan Freije led the defense with 10 digs, while Jalynn Swanson added 25 assists. Avery LaFountain had seven kills
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LANGDON-EDMORE-MUNICH 25-25-25, DUNSEITH 9-11-8 Kills -- LEM: 29 (Lexi Olson 15, Cora Badding 5, Kaylee Lowery 4); D: 16 (Avery LaFountain 7, Rozalind Strong 4) Assists -- LEM: 26 (Jalynn Swanson 25); D: 28 (Alice Desjarlais 21) Aces -- LEM: 24 (Lowery 10, Olson 5, Swanson 4); D: 2 Blocks -- LEM: 6 (Olson 2); D: 1 (Strong 1) Digs -- LEM: 34 (Morgan Freije 10, Olson 8, Swanson 6); D: 17 (Tiyahna Trottier 6, Brailyn Davis 4) Unforced Errors -- LEM: 8; D: 18
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Cora Badding stuff blocks Alice Desjarlais and added 5 kills against the Dunseith Dragons. Photo by Larry Stokke
Miraculously making it through the fall postseason As we come to you this week, we are just about ready to hit the road to go to the Fargodome to broadcast two state high school championship games from the 28th Annual Dakota Bowl. Langdon-Edmore-Munich has made it to the Dakota Bowl for the fourth straight year, and going for their third straight football championship. It's amazing to think that the four Cardinals senior starters -- Simon Romfo, Grant Romfo, Cooper Zimmer and Alex Cluchie along with Drew Simpson and first year Cardinals player Skyler Fincher are playing their final high school football game for the Cards. It hasn't quite hit me yet, but it's for sure a mixed emotion type of feeling, knowing that this is the last time we will see this guys excelling on the gridiron. We will have much more on this next week. Also Cavalier is in the title game on the 9 Man division, and we wish them the best of luck on winning their first state title since 2014. What a wild and crazy football season it has been, and made even more crazy that we
actually made it to the end. The volleyball season is still in the heat of regionals and the upcoming state tourney. The Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals were in the semifinals of the Region 4 Tournament at press time, and were two wins away from another trip to a state tournament. If they win in the semis, the Lady Cards would play for the region title on Nov. 14 at 2:00 p.m. at the Langdon High School gym. And if they get that done, the Cardinals would represent Region 4 at state, and get an opportunity to defend their state crown. As of now the Class A and B Volleyball Tournaments will be held at the Fargodome Nov. 19-21. Let's hope it stays that way. Girls Basketball practice to begin Nov. 16 On the heels of fall sports comes the beginning of winter activities. We told you last week that wrestling practice is underway, and next up is girls basketball. The first practice for that sport is Nov. 16, and things should go the way fall sports finished, with limited fans in attendance, and most likely not concessions, at least to start. Area athletic directors and superintendents were meeting to discuss how games would be played, and if schedules would be pared down to just dis-
trict or regional games. The winter sports including basketball, wrestling and hockey have lots of close contact, so everyone is going to try and be as careful as they can, to make sure the seasons can go on as planned. Some schools are also currently in distance learning, so that will have to taken into account as well. Here's hoping all winter activities can happen through the colder months ahead. Langdon-Edmore-Munich, the defending state champs, are picked sixth in the state in the Miss Hoopster Power Poll. Kindred is ranked first followed by Grafton. The Lady Cards are picked second in Region 4 behind Four Winds-Minnewaukan. Other area teams ranked in the top 40 are Midway-Minto at 11, Thompson 14, Dunseith 18, Benson County 20 and Cavalier 25th. Highway 5 Pool League to suspend play until January With the uptick of positive COVID-19 cases all over the area, the Highway 5 Pool League has decided to postpone games until January. We are told this may change if cases begin to go down, but that unfortunately doesn't look like that's going to be happening anytime soon. We will update you more on this in the coming weeks ahead. "See ya!" next week!
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The Cavalier County Public Health Office has flu clinics scheduled on the following dates: Lexi Olson gets above the net to drive down one of her 15 kills in the Cards win over Dunseith. Photo by Larry Stokke
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Monday, November 16, 2020 – Page 11
Public invited to send ornaments for North Dakota State Christmas Tree The Office of the First Lady invites artists and craftspeople to provide handmade ornaments for the North Dakota State Christmas Tree. The tree will be on display in Memorial Hall at the state Capitol. Submitted ornaments can vary from traditional to contemporary arts. Items that are commercially produced or made from kits are not eligible. This year’s ornament motif is “Creating Connections,” but ornaments can also be of any shape or medium of the designer’s choosing. Each ornament should include the name of the person entering it, their email address, and a brief one- or two-line description of the ornament that includes the art form
used and the special circumstances through which it was created, such as a class or senior center project. A description listing will be available at the ceremony and will be emailed to everyone who submits an ornament. Ornaments must be received in the Office of Management and Budget office no later than Nov. 27. The ornaments become the property of the Office of the First Lady and may be hung on the state tree in ensuing years. Mail ornaments to State of North Dakota, Office of Management and Budget, Julie Strom, 600 E. Boulevard Ave., Bismarck, N.D. 58505.
With average low temperatures ranging from the single digits to highs in the 20s Fahrenheit in North Dakota in December and January, it’s not too early to budget for and explore programs that are available to help pay winter heating bills. The North Dakota Department of Human Services reminds residents that the federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help qualifying households with the cost of their winter heating bills. The program pays a portion of the home heating costs, whether a home is heated with natural gas, electricity, propane, coal, fuel oil, wood or kerosene. The program also covers weatherization services, furnace cleaning, repair, and replacement; chimney cleaning and inspection and emergency assistance for crisis situations to avoid shut offs and disconnects and to help when no other resources are available. LIHEAP assistance amounts are based on the number of people living in the home, their combined income, type of heat source, and other factors to ensure help goes to those most in need. Last heating season, the average help per household was $890. Who qualifies? To qualify, a household can earn up to 60 percent of the state median income, which equals $31,443 per year for a one-person household and $50,792 per year for a three-person household. Larger households can find qualifying income levels and more program information online at www.nd.gov/dhs/services/ financialhelp/energyassist.html. Both homeowners and renters can apply for LIHEAP through their
local human service zone office in their county now through May 31, 2021. However, individuals living in subsidized housing whose heat is included in their rent are not eligible for the program. “About 12,800 North Dakota low-income households received help from the state’s heating assistance program (LIHEAP) last heating season. The needs may be greater this year as our economy continues to recover from the pandemic and challenges in the oil and agriculture sectors,” said Michele Gee, director of the department’s Economic Assistance Division. Gee said a new application must be completed each year, and she encouraged individuals to check with their local human service zone office for operating hours and access questions. Individuals who needs help completing an application can work with their local human service zone office or can also contact Community Options at 800-823-2417 ext. 140. North Dakotans who are experiencing economic hardship can find information about other helpful programs and services on the department’s website. A resource page for individuals and families whose households are experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 is online at www.nd.gov/ dhs/info/covid-19/families.html. Individuals can use the department’s self-service portal online at www.nd.gov/dhs/eligibility/ index.html to apply for Medicaid coverage, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Child Care Assistance program, and the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
Heating assistance is available to help qualifying North Dakotans pay their winter heat bills
Thankful... North Dakota State Treasurer Kelly Schmidt It’s that time of year, the snow is falling, and families are preparing for the upcoming holiday season. This year the holidays may look very different. Families are trying to navigate how to celebrate and keep traditions with the pandemic at the forefront of everyone’s mind. You may not be traveling like years before; there may not be the big holiday gatherings or Christmas parties. Though this year has looked very different from what anyone has expected we still have a lot to be thankful for and look forward to. Here are a few things I am thankful for this year and focus on when life seems to be overwhelming and stressful.
A safe home Food on the table Morning walks Time at home with family Family movie nights A slower pace Laughter Family mealtime Restored connections Working with a team of people who are willing to adapt to ongoing change It can be easy to let the worries and stress overwhelm our days, but a shift in our perspective can make all the difference. I wish you all a safe and healthy Thanksgiving! To learn more, visit our website at www.treasurer.nd.gov to find financial literacy resources and detailed fiscal information regarding our state. We are on social media! Be sure and like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter for current information relating to your dollars and our office.
NDSU sets State of Economy Conference Experts will discuss and answer questions about North Dakota’s economy and its agriculture and energy industries. Experts will discuss and answer questions about North Dakota’s economy and its agriculture and energy industries. (Click the image above to view a high-resolution image that can be downloaded) North Dakota State University is hosting a virtual state of the economy conference from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 18. Experts from the NDSU Center for the Study of Public Choice and Private Enterprise and NDSU Extension will discuss and answer questions about North Dakota’s economy and its agriculture and energy industries. “North Dakota’s economy faces many challenges,” says Jeremy Jackson, professor of agribusiness
and applied economics and director of the Center for the Study of Public Choice and Private Enterprise. “In this virtual conference, researchers will paint a picture of where we are and where we are going.” Conference speakers include Jackson; Ryan Yonk, undergraduate program director, NDSU Agribusiness and Applied Economics Department; David Ripplinger, Extension bioproducts/bioenergy economist; Bryon Parmon, Extension agricultural finance specialist; Tim Petry, Extension livestock economist; and Frayne Olson, Extension crop economist/marketing specialist. The program is targeted to legislators and other elected officials, government employees and industry representatives, but it is free and open to anyone interested. To learn more and to register, visit https://www.ndsu.edu/centers/ pcpe/state_of_the_economy.
Prairie Doc® Perspectives: Let’s put ourselves in their shoes
cover her medications. Her family lived several hours away, and their relationship with his family was often combative. The By Debra Johnston, steps into their home were rickety, M.D. and she couldn’t navigate them with When I met her, she was younger her walker. They couldn’t rely on than I am now. I was responsible for their old car to get them to medical admissions to our hospital that day, appointments, or even to the grocery and the ER doctor called me about store. a woman with intractable bleedFighting cancer or any life altering. It had been going on for several ing illness or injury is hard even for months, but she was embarrassed those who are financially secure and and unsure. She hid the severity of have the support of extended family. her bleeding from her husband, until For a moment, let’s put ourselves in the day she passed out in the kitchen. the shoes of those who face an uphill Ultimately, we diagnosed her battle just to get to neutral. with cancer, and she started down a Perhaps we grew up with a pardifficult road of surgery, chemo, ra- ent who had an untreated mental illdiation, and more surgery. But they ness or addiction, or who was abufaced many hurdles beyond her dis- sive. Perhaps we face discrimination ease. because of our race or religion or She and her husband each had gender or sexuality or some other finished high school with the help fundamental characteristic. Perhaps of special education classes. They we struggle with poverty, and the struggled to understand the compli- attendant evils of housing and food cated reality of her cancer, and the insecurity. Perhaps we live in an unchoices they had to make. He was on safe neighborhood, or we cannot easdisability, but she had never worked, ily get to a grocery store. and she certainly was not able to How, then, do we eat right and now. They got by on his social secu- exercise safely? How do we find and rity check, which was not enough to
keep a good job if we have limited education or we don’t have reliable transportation? How do we communicate with a doctor if we don’t have a phone and can’t read very well? All these things are part of the social determinants of health. Our health and wellbeing depend on so much more than the factors we can control. Living with chronic stress, particularly chronic stress we experience as a child, impacts our physical health throughout our lives and that stress can continue down through generations. If we genuinely want to promote wellness, for ourselves and for our society, we must put ourselves in other people’s shoes and pay close attention to these underlying issues. Debra Johnston, MD is part of The Prairie Doc® team of physicians and currently practices family medicine in Brookings, South Dakota. For free and easy access to the entire Prairie Doc® library, visit www.prairiedoc.org and follow Prairie Doc® on Facebook featuring On Call with the Prairie Doc® a medical Q&A show streaming on Facebook and broadcast on SDPB most Thursdays at 7 p.m. central.
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HARDER FOR THE BODY TO FIGHT OFF COVID-19 AND THE FLU. Smokers who contract COVID-19 are at higher risk for severe disease or death. People with cardiovascular disease, cancer, respiratory disease, and diabetes who use tobacco or vaping products are at higher risk for developing severe illness with COVID-19.
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Public Notice
Langdon City Commission Proceedings
Cavalier County Republican
Langdon City Commission Regular Meeting held via Zoom November 9, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. Members present: Jerry Nowatzki, Lawrence Henry, Darin Kaercher, Jim Rademacher and Susan Fay Crockett. Also present Tom Beauchamp, Chelsea Graber, Adam Johnston - CCR, Quentin Wenzel – City Attorney, Andrew Aarke – Moore Engineering, Greg Fetsch – Sherriff, Shannon Duerr - JDA, and RoxAnne Hoffarth. J. Nowatzki called the meeting to order and led everyone into the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of Minutes: L. Henry made the motion to approve the minutes from regular meeting on October 26th, 2020, seconded by Susan Fay. All members voted in favor. Additions to Agenda: Rendezvous Region Correspondence: Department Reports: Street – L. Henry reported they have been getting more trees trimmed up and working on the snow equipment. Water – No report. Sanitation – T. Beauchamp requested that with the spike in Covid cases that we close the transfer station until the end of November and reassess at that time. It was also reported that the part time employee’s last day was November 3rd. There will be an ad put in the paper for another part timer.
Activity Center – Chelsea reported all is going well. Fire – No report. Police – Greg presented the commission with his report. They are closed due to Covid for fingerprinting. They have also hired two new deputies. Auditor Report – R. Hoffarth reported that we need to get a Covid policy in our employee hand book. The Cares Act states up to 80 hours of Covid pay to all employees. This will be the same to someone who has to stay home due to close contact or daycare issues, due to Covid. Unfinished Business: Moore Engineering - Phase 1 - Sewer, Water, Storm Water Improvements – RD Project (Quam Construction) • Have been reminding Contractor to send the letter of commitment. Have been promised that is will be send by Sunday night. We did have it for this meeting. Phase 2 – Sewer, Water, Storm Water Improvements – RD Project (Spruce Valley) Contractor replaced the sewer service to Shephard’s residence (work included on the change order) Utility Bills – A good discusses was held about the multiple businesses in one building. They feel they have come to a fair amount for everyone. It just needs to be asked to the department heads to see if this seem feasible to them. Tabled to next meeting.
New Business: Mask Mandate – It was asked of the Commission to consider a mask mandate. Quentin advised that this is not something that the City could inforce. City wants to encourage everyone to wear their masks to protect themselves and others. Cavalier County Job Development – Shannon requested $1200 for a grant match for a new pilot project in NE North Dakota that will help businesses attract employees by making students aware of the career opportunities in the region. L. Henry made the motion to grant the $1200 seconded by J. Rademacher. All members voted in favor. Housing Incentive – Shanda & Todd Christianson for a remodel they did; Application is complete. J. Rademacher made the motion to approve the application seconded by L. Henry. All members voted in favor. Building Permits - #5124 Dave Blanchard, #5125 Jeff Hiller – Susan Fay made the motion to approve the building permits, seconded by L. Henry. All members voted in favor. PAYROLL AND LIAB._____ 24,190.98 NSF RAILWAY COMPANY____ 20.00 BUD'S SERVICE PRODUCTS_______ _________________________ 3,131.36 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE_______ __________________________ 3,850.0 HI-WAY LAUNDRY_________ 258.45 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL________ ___________________________ 902.92
MID-AMERICAN RESEARCH CHEMICAL_______________ 3,831.71 MIDCONTINENT COMMUNICATIONS_____________________ 137.43 MONTANA DAKOTA UTILITIES__ ___________________________ 260.76 NORTHEAST REGIONAL WATER_ ________________________ 16,737.02 ONE-CALL CONCEPTS, INC.______ ____________________________ 31.20 OTTERTAIL POWER CO.___ 5,504.55 SHARE CORPORATION (ATTN A.R.)_______________________ 171.53 TEAM LABORATORY CHEMICAL, LLC________________________ 277.50 VALLI INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC._______________________ 575.31 CARL HOFFARTH___________ 560.00 CARQUEST OF LANGDON_______ ___________________________ 418.10 CAVALIER CO. TREASURER______ ________________________ 18,282.34 CAVALIER COUNTY JDA_________ ________________________ 12,099.43 CAVALIER RURAL ELECTRIC COOP._____________________ 297.04 CHELSEA GRABER___________ 10.57 COUNTRY MEDIA__________ 481.69 D & B MOTORS_____________ 396.05 DACOTAH PAPER CO.______ 176.21 DAHL TRUCKING PLUS_____ 428.94 ERIC RODER_______________ 250.00 FARMER'S UNION OIL CO._______ _________________________ 3,526.25 FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK___________________ 13,019.21 FERGUSON WATERWORKS #2516_ 892.54
JERRY RATZLAFF___________ 500.00 KNDK_____________________ 431.00 LANGDON IMPLEMENT_____ 10.32 LEEVERS FOODS____________ 16.35 MAR-KIT LANDFILL______ 2,930.00 MIDCONTINENT COMMUNICATIONS_____________________ 132.43 MOORE ENGINEERING, INC_____ _________________________ 2,006.75 ND SEWAGE PUMP & LIFT STATION______________________ 600.00 ONE-CALL CONCEPTS, INC.______ ____________________________ 52.25 OTTERTAIL POWER CO.___ 4,765.15 POWERPLAN_____________ 3,246.08 ROUGH RIDER INDUSTRIES______ _________________________ 8,948.00 SILLERS, LAAVEG & WENZEL____ _________________________ 1,350.00 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS____ _________________________ 1,155.47 VERIZON WIRELESS________ 328.40 WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN__________________ 12,318.33 VALLI INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC._______________________ 100.00 H & H COATINGS, INC.__________ ________________________ 11,600.00 ERLING'S OIL CO___________ 806.55 Review and Approval of Bills: J. Rademacher made the motion to approve all bills seconded by D. Kaercher. All members voted in favor. Adjourn: With no other business L. Henry moved to adjourn the meeting. Jerry Nowatzki, President RoxAnne Hoffarth, Auditor N16 _________________________________
October 20, 2020 On October 20, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. the Board of Commissioners of Cavalier County, North Dakota, met at the Cavalier County Courthouse in regular session, with all members present. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic there was limited audience capacity in the courthouse meeting rooms. Webex was utilized for those wanting to attend the meeting virtually and made available in the north meeting room to provide for social distancing. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Nick Moser called the meeting to order and proceeded as follows: Moser asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Lisa Gellner, Auditor, stated that Jeff Amoth was not able to attend and needed to be removed from the agenda. David Zeis made a motion to approve the updated agenda, seconded by Greg Goodman; motion carried. Greg Goodman made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Austin Lafrenz; motion carried. David Zeis stated he had talked to Ole Nowatzki and he wanted to be replaced on the North Central Planning Board. Greg Goodman stated he had attended the Weed Board meeting and spraying of trees in county road right of ways was discussed. Josh Short, Weed Officer, stated they just needed to let him know the locations that needed to be sprayed. Anita Beauchamp, Clerk of Court, met with the commissioners and discussed Judge Fontaine’s upcoming retirement. Concern about whether or not Pembina and Cavalier County will have dual chambers in the future was discussed and the importance of rural communities continuing to be served locally. Stanley Dick made a motion to send a Resolution signed by all commissioners, if possible, seconded by David Zeis, motion carried. Scott Stewart, State’s Attorney joined the commissioners later in the meeting with a proposed Resolution in Support of Retaining Judgeship #5, which was signed by the commissioners. Cindy Stremick, Treasurer, met with the commissioners and stated that the signature cards needed to be updated at Choice Financial, Farmers & Merchants State Bank, and Bank of North Dakota. David Zeis made a motion to update
the signature cards and authorize the following employees on the accounts at Choice Financial, Farmers & Merchants State Bank, and Bank of North Dakota: Cynthia Stremick, Kim Johnson, Lisa Gellner, and Frankie Stremick, seconded by Greg Goodman, motion carried. Stremick informed the commissioners that the Motor Vehicle kiosk would be installed the beginning of December, but the driver’s license renewals in the kiosk may be delayed until they are able to be trained on that portion. Austin Lafrenz made a motion, seconded by Greg Goodman to review and approve the following audit of claims; motion carried: NORTHEAST REGIONAL WATER, ROAD & BRIDGE___________ 55.00 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & ABUSE CENTER, GENERAL_______1,897.77 NICK MOSER, COMMISSIONERS__ __________________________ 250.70 DAVID J. ZEIS, COMMISSIONERS_ __________________________ 239.20 STANLEY DICK, COMMISSIONERS________________________ 82.22 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, CLERK___ __________________________ 103.45 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, CLERK___ ___________________________ 21.74 PREMIUM WATERS, INC., CLERK_ 22.49 CINDY STREMICK, TREASURER__ ___________________________ 90.44 ES&S, LLC, ELECTIONS____ 956.66 STATE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS, GENERAL________________1,039.02 MID AMERICAN RESEARCH CHEMICAL, GENERAL____1,358.63 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, GENERAL_______________________1,915.20 ND NEWSPAPER ASSOC., ELECTIONS____________________ 139.38 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL/F-M/R&B______1,322.58 OTTER TAIL POWER CO, GENERAL/R&B__________2,812.01 COMPUTER EXPRESS, GENERAL/ VSO_____________________1,975.97 SANFORD HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE CLINIC, GENERAL/SOCIAL SERVICES_________ 374.00 PREMIUM WATERS, INC., GENERAL_________________________ 62.49 ELSIE MAGNUS, GENERAL_______ ___________________________ 45.00 LAWRENCE HENRY, GENERAL___ ___________________________ 45.00
PAUL HENDERSON, GENERAL___ ___________________________ 45.00 NICK MOSER, GENERAL____ 45.00 STANLEY DICK, GENERAL_______ ___________________________ 45.00 WILLIAM S. HARDY, GENERAL___ ___________________________ 45.00 CAROL GOODMAN, GENERAL___ ___________________________ 45.00 SCHROEDER FURNITURE, SHERIFF________________________ 499.00 MID-CONTINENT CABLE CO., SHERIFF__________________ 101.40 JOSH PLUMMER, SHERIFF________ __________________________ 250.00 SPORTS & SHIRTS, SHERIFF/DISPATCHERS________________ 229.00 QUALITY SPECIALTY PRODUCTS & PRINTING, SHERIFF_____ 205.89 AT&T MOBILITY, SHERIFF________ __________________________ 559.00 BALCO UNIFORM CO. INC., SHERIFF________________________ 130.00 UNIFORM CENTER, SHERIFF_____ __________________________ 267.00 FOREMAX INCORPORATED, SHERIFF___________________ 16.90 PREMIUM WATERS, INC., DISPATCHERS_________________ 35.49 SIRCHIE, SHERIFF_________ 212.60 ACME TOOLS, ROAD & BRIDGE__ __________________________ 589.91 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL, ROAD & BRIDGE_________________ 695.82 VERIZON WIRELESS, GENERAL/ R&B/WEED_______________ 159.20 MUNICH ELEVATOR & OIL CO., SHERIFF/R&B_____________ 599.11 NORTHEAST REGIONAL WATER, ROAD & BRIDGE___________ 55.00 POMPS TIRE SERVICE, ROAD & BRIDGE___________________ 248.00 NEWMAN SIGNS, ROAD & BRIDGE___________________ 713.09 NDTC, E-911 EXCISE TAX___ 128.03 HEARTLAND CONSULTING GROUP, LLC, EMG MNGR________ _________________________8,885.00 VERIZON WIRELESS, EMG MNGR_ 47.82 VICTOR HECK, VSO_________ 16.50 CAVALIER COUNTY AUDITOR, NDSU EXT.________________ 240.36 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, NDSU EXT.______________________ 151.03 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS, NDSU EXT._________________ 56.72 NDSU - DEPT 3110, NDSU EXT.____ ___________________________ 29.12 XEROX CORPORATION, NDSU EXT.______________________ 286.71
VERNON GORNOWICZ, WEED CONTROL________________1,000.00 LARRY SEIM, WEED CONTROL___ _________________________1,000.00 CAVALIER COUNTY AUDITOR, WEED CONTROL___________ 58.25 FARMERS UNION OIL CO, WEED CONTROL_________________ 148.05 MARK SCHNEIDER, WEED CONTROL_____________________ 115.00 GREG HOFFMAN, WEED CONTROL_____________________ 115.00 DEVIN HURSMAN, WEED CONTROL_____________________ 115.00 LARRY PENGILLY, WEED CONTROL_____________________ 115.00 VON CHRISTIANSON, WEED CONTROL_________________ 115.00 STEVE RATZLAFF, WEED CONTROL_____________________ 115.00 CARPENTER'S ROCK & GRAVEL CO, WEED CONTROL______ 670.00 TERRI MACHART, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_____________________ 211.28 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & ABUSE CENTER, HUMAN SERV. ZONE___ _________________________6,000.00 VISA, HUMAN SERV. ZONE______ __________________________ 336.55 QUINN COUNSELING, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_______________ 825.00 VISA, HUMAN SERV. ZONE______ ___________________________ 19.58 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPT., SOCIAL SERVICES___ 282.70 PEMBINA CO HIGHWAY DEPT, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_______ 84.70 CEDAR INN - CAVALIER, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_______________ 258.33 JENNIFER PUPPE, HUMAN SERV. ZONE______________________ 61.44 COUNTRY MEDIA, INC., HUMAN SERV. ZONE_______________ 103.50 WALSH COUNTY RECORD, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_________ 513.00 LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF ND, HUMAN SERV. ZONE________ 3,116.75 VERIZON WIRELESS, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_______________ 592.56 CAVALIER CHRONICLE, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_______________ 171.85 QUILL CORPORATION, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_______________ 441.55 WALSH COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPT, HUMAN SERV. ZONE______ __________________________ 454.27 QUILL CORPORATION, HUMAN SERV. ZONE________________ 83.69 TAMMY MCMILLAN, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_______________ 274.85 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, SOCIAL SERVICES__________________ 33.26 QUALITY SPECIALTY PRODUCTS & PRINTING, SOCIAL SERVICES__ ________________________________ ____________________________ 9.99 OTTER TAIL POWER CO, SOCIAL SERVICES_________________ 229.18 PREMIUM WATERS, INC., SOCIAL
SERVICES__________________ 22.49 AMERIPRIDE, SOCIAL SERVICES__ ___________________________ 85.54 LEEVERS FOODS, SOCIAL SERVICES_________________________ 12.75 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS, SOCIAL SERVICES____________ 639.38 LANGDON CITY, SOCIAL SERVICES________________________ 111.57 The following presented department updates: Greg Fetsch, Sheriff; Karen Kempert, Emergency Manager/911 Coordinator; Shannon Duerr, JDA; Kensi Breyer, Water Board; Anitha Chirumamilla, NDSU Extension; Terry Girodat, Maintenance; and Scott Stewart, State’s Attorney. Jamie Nelson, Computer Express; John Verbek, Tyler Technology; Vicki Kubat, Recorder; Courtney Clouse, Deputy Recorder; joined the meeting to discuss adding a server in the Recorder’s Office to house Tyler Technology. Nelson estimated the price of the new serve between $2,500 and $3,000 and stated it would need to be updated every 7 to 8 years. Verbeck stated Tyler Technology would charge $500 to move the Recorder’s information to a new server. David Zeis made a motion to purchase the new server from County General, Non-Departmental, seconded by Austin Lafrenz. A roll call vote was taken with all voting in favor. Terry Johnston, Road Supervisor, presented a culvert request from Calio City (Sections 33 and 34) for a rusted-out culvert. Stanley Dick made a motion to approve the culvert request, seconded by David Zeis, motion carried. Stanley Dick suggested updating the county’s culvert policy to include the rural portions of the small cities in the county, requiring them to levy a certain number of mills, similar to the township requirements. Johnston asked the commissioners if they wanted to lease John Deere tractors again next year though NDACo/Langdon Implement. The commissioners were in agreement to do so. The commissioners asked Johnston to see if they could possibly get the tractors in May to use while reclaiming the roads. Snowplow trucks and operators were discussed. No applications had been received yet for the Sarles District. After much discussion on whether or not to purchase a new Western Star truck on state bid, David Zeis made a motion to purchase the new Western Star truck for $163,000, seconded by Stanley Dick. A roll call vote was taken: Greg Goodman – no; David Zeis – yes; Stanley Dick – yes; Austin Lafrenz – no; Nick Moser – no. Motion did not pass. It was decided to keep the truck in Vang, Osnabrock, Sarles. It was decided that Stanley Dick and Terry Johnston would interview for a snowplow driver for the Munich District; and David Zeis and Terry Johnston would interview for a snowplow driver for the Sarles District, if applications are received. Razor tracking was discussed for the snowplow trucks. It was decided to install it on the snowplow trucks. At 11:57 a.m., Greg Goodman made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Stanley Dick; motion carried. Board of Commissioners Cavalier County, North Dakota Nick Moser – Chairman Austin Lafrenz – Vice Chairman Greg Goodman Stanley Dick David Zeis Attest: Lisa Gellner - Auditor N16 ________________________________
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Cavalier County General Election Results SUMMARY REPORT CAVALIER COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA 2020 GENERAL ELECTION Vote by Mail Precinct #1 Total Total Numver of Votes Cast 1,520 519 2039 President & Vice President Biden (D) 410 64 474 Trump (R) 1,056 443 1,499 Jorgenson (L) 29 11 40 Representative in Congress Steven James Peterson (L) 27 16 43 Zach Raknerud (D) 346 54 400 Kelly Armstrong (R) 1,107 441 1,548 State Senator Janne Myrdal (R) 1,095 436 1,531 Charlie Hart (D) 381 72 453 State Representatives Elsie Blair Magnus (D) 429 80 509 Chuck Damschen (R) 996 384 1,380 Melissa Anderson (D) 330 57 387 David Monson (R) 1,056 368 1,424 Gov. & Lt. Governor Lenz/Vig (D) 295 48 343 Burgum/Sanford (R) 1,120 431 1,551 Hendrickson/Voytek (L) 32 23 55 Michael Coachman (Cert. write-in)48 12 60 State Auditor Patrick Hart (D) 433 81 514 Joshua C. Gallion (R) 975 416 1,391 State Treasurer Mark Haugen (D) 444 73 517
Thomas Beadles (R) 951 428 1,379 Ins. Commissioner Jon Godfread (R) 1,175 467 1,642 Public Service Commissioner Brian Kroshus (R) 949 408 1,357 Casey D Buchmann (D) 402 76 478 Supt of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler 713 273 986 Brandt J Dick 636 188 824 Charles Tuttle (Cert. write-in) 16 4 20 Justice of Supreme Court Jon Jay Jensen 1,153 432 1,585 Judge of the District Court NE Judicial District #2
Michael Hurly 1,117 426 1,543 Judge of the District Court NE Judicial District #3
Anthony Swain Benson 1,116
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Donovan Foughty
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1,129
Judge of the District Court NE Judicial District #6
Barbara L Whelan 1,118 421 1,539 Cavalier County Commissioner David J Zeis 1,176 360 1,536 Gregory Goodman 1,127 361 1,488 Sup Soil Conserv Kevin Dawley 1,278 442 1,720 Const. Measure #1 Reform Board of Higher Ed Yes 251 133 384 No 1,121 339 1,460 Const. Measure #2 Amend Con Initiative Process Yes 452 162 614 No 889 301 1,190
Notice NCPC Request for Proposal
North Central Planning Council is seeking Request for Proposals for a Regional Recovery Coordinator for ND Region III. The RFP can be found at the NCPC website: http:// www.northcentralplanningcouncil. com/ RFP’s must be received at NCPC 417 5th ST NE, PO Box 651, Devils Lake, ND 58301 by 4:00pm Friday, December 4, 2020. Proposals will be reviewed, and an award made by December 9, 2020. NCPC reserves the right to reject any/or all proposals. Copies of the RFP can be obtained at the NCPC office or phone 701-662-8131 or email sandyncpc@ gondtc.com. North Central Planning Council N16,23,30 _______________________________
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North Dakota State Parks report record-breaking camping numbers for the 2020 season The North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department had their highest number of campers recorded in the department’s history during the 2020 season. The department saw a 35 percent increase in campsite nights this season compared to the 2019 season. The increase in camping was a trend in the 13 state parks across the state, all of which were open and operating under CDC guidelines as destinations for visitors to safely recreate in an outdoor environment. “North Dakota state parks pro-
vided a safe, social distance setting during an uncertain time this camping season,” stated Director Andrea Travnicek. “State parks have always offered wide-open landscapes and diverse recreation opportunities, so we were excited to see new and returning visitors this season. We saw a lot of first-time campers in our parks this summer and look forward to their return visits this winter and in the upcoming year.” Typically, the camping season in North Dakota is from May through August; however, this season, the
largest increase in camping numbers was seen during September and October. September had a 173% increase, and October had a 339% increase in camping numbers from the 2019 season. The Department believes the great weather played a part in the increased numbers this fall in addition to the safe, outside environment. This season the department also saw an increase instate visitors. Visitation from outof-state campers dropped by five percent. “We had an incredible camping
season. We would not have been able to provide the visitor services without the hard work and flexibility of our staff and all of our dedicated volunteers and campground hosts,” stated Travnicek. The department recently introduced an updated volunteer program. Volunteer opportunities, including being a campground host, are currently open for this winter and the upcoming 2021 camping season. Additionally, the Department rolled out the 2021 annual vehicle permit last week. The design
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for the permit this year showcases the upcoming 50th anniversary of Little Missouri State Park located in the North Dakota badlands. The vehicle permits allow access into any of the 13 North Dakota State Parks throughout the year. Vehicle permits can be purchased online at www.parkrec.nd.gov and all state park locations. The mission of the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department is to offer a diversity of recreation opportunities and sustainably manage resources.
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HELP WANTED – Maple Manor Care Center is hiring in their dietary department for morning and evening tray as well as morning and evening dishwasher. Apply in person. __________________________ S28Tf
H E L P WA N T E D – C a v a l i e r County Search & Rescue is seeking a part-time gaming manager. Duties include operating Black Jack table, Bingo, maintaining pull tab machines and jars and filing gaming reports according to gaming laws. Must be able to pass background check. For more information and to get an application, please call 701370-8674 or 701-370-1663. ______________________N9,16,23Bt
HELP WANTED – City of Langdon Sanitation Department is accepting applications for a part-time employee in their department. If interested pickup an application in the entrance of Langdon City Hall. Send completed application to Langdon City Auditor, 324 8th Ave., Langdon, ND 58249. For complete job details and salary information, contact Tom at 701-370-1421. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. _______________________ N16,23Bt
MISCELLANEOUS – The Cavalier County Soil Conservation District is taking tree orders for spring 2021 plantings. If you are interested in putting in Field Windbreaks, Farmstead Windbreaks, Feedlot Windbreaks, Wildlife planting or plantings to beautify your yard, contact our office. We have cost share programs you may qualify for. Stop by the office or call 701256-2484 ext. 3 if interested in doing a tree planting. Find us on Facebook at Cavalier County SCD. _____________________________Tf
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Help Wanted: Housekeeper Cavalier County Memorial Hospital & Clinics in Langdon, ND has a PART-TIME Housekeeping position open. It is 24 HOURS per week, rotating every third weekend and includes 8 hours at our Walhalla Clinic. Position is Benefit eligible. Applications located at www.cavaliercountyhospital.com under the careers tab. EOE
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Long Term Care Director of Nursing Maple Manor Care Center, a 58 bed skilled nursing facility in Langdon currently has an opening for Director of Nursing We are looking for an experienced Director of Nursing to organize and oversee all nursing operations of the facility. You will create and collaborate an efficient work place with attention to quality standards and policies: Applicant requirements: • Current CPR Certificate and RN license in the state of ND. • Experience in a Skilled Long Term setting • Ability to lead and develop nursing staff • Willingness to keep abreast of changing regulations • In depth knowledge of the MDS (Minimum Data Set) • Current computer skills and ability to adapt and educate staff on software upgrades. Applications can be obtained at 1116 9th Ave. in Langdon or contact John at mmoffice@mmcarecenter.com
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By Rita Maisel
With the increase in COVID-19 cases locally, statewide and nationally, there have been fewer opportunities to get out, live a semi-normal life, or even to research local history. Like other older people who have spent a lifetime adapting to deadlines and schedules decided in large part by other people, my general instructions have been to stay at home and rest. Even a short period of that gets boring. To keep from spreading germs, visiting with others was out of the question. We could talk on the phone or, if wearing a mask, greet each other across a parking lot, wave to each other across the church sanctuary or write letters. It becomes depressing when the highlight of your day might be clearing the ice off the car’s windshield and going for a few groceries or paying bills. Yes, there are times when you
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do need to check the calendar to find out what day it is. With those thoughts in mind, I had to smile when a radio announcement on both Langdon’s station and a nearby one from Canada described the first additional “new” disease as COVID fatigue. This new variation claimed to have infected more American and Canadian citizens than the original coronavirus. This time around the diseases would not need medical tests, there were no real medications advised, and no vaccine was being developed to bring our lives back to normal. Advice, of course, was plentiful and generally boiled down to individual ingenuity and “deal with it”. Last March people had anticipated the virus running its course in a short period of time and that had not happened. The groups that sang nightly from their balconies or decorated their homes with hearts and flowers had grown weary in well-doing and were worn out by the loneliness of isolation. Having called or written to all their known
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friends and relatives, many around the world were now getting the phone bills or realizing their handwriting was no longer legible. As the weeks passed more and more people failed to respond to the reaching-out efforts, and the whole procedure began to get timeworn and costly. Then after years of campaigning, name calling and fault finding a second similar disease appeared known world-wide as election fatigue. Many who had pinned their hopes on the election in the United States, which also had world-wide ramifications, were sick and tired of publicity, debates, predictions, etc. a double whammy so to speak. In my case after weeks of telling caller after caller that I do not do surveys, there came a day when I did not rush to push the requested number on the dial in a speedy fashion and was told that the robot calling me did not recognize me as a human being. For a change “IT” hung up on me! However, old habits die hard. This column began initially to remind readers of long ago names
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and events which had affected people living in Cavalier County. When we entered the pandemic phase of our local history, stories from the trenches of local happenings somehow became an added focus. Some good news follows. As this is written both the Langdon-Edmore-Munich and Cavalier football teams are headed to state. The teams have worked hard and have fans all across our area who may or may not have been in the stands but have been cheering them on. Some are watching them perform on television, and many others are listening to them on the radio---day after day or night after night. For a few years there have been some fireworks at the LEM games but not attending in person or living beyond the nearby trees, I only heard the “boom”. With leaves gone from the trees, the display was visible this week and an enjoyable treat at the end of their home field season. There may be exciting news next week from the volleyball girls who also want a chance to win on the regional and state levels. Good news on pandemic levels is hard to find or to hold on to but the efforts of businesses, the health district, the schools, churches and the general public have been very encouraging. Wearing a mask in summer was bearable but does tend to have your glasses steam up and frost over now that the temperature has dropped. A special thank you to the people I meet when I venture out who greet me by name. It is nice to be recognized and remembered. With some vision problems when the people I see are wearing masks, hats, jackets, beards and different color hair or hair styles, I want to apologize for not recognizing many of you by name. If you wave or call out a greeting, I like to respond. But if my glasses are steamed up, I often may not actually see you. Please do not be offended if I ask you your name. Lockdown and curbside services are things we adjusted to in the spring, and social distancing has become a way of life. I have appreciated in-person worship even with limits on how many could attend and am sure no one has been turned away, because several local churches have space for social distancing and have not served food or had large activities that would draw a crowd. Some have added additional services for small groups who joke about everyone sitting at their own table. The only local church on the radio is Langdon Presbyterian. Several others have Facebook services which reach only people on that service and two or three locally have live streaming. Last Sunday I did try all of the local churches who offer that option and was not able to watch any of the services at the time announced. Some may be limited to Facebook users or have other subscription fees. United Lutheran had a broadcast later with a devo-
tional message and some inspiring music by Becky Tollefson. Funerals are offering a web service which is a special way to reach out to the community in a time of need. Frank Jennings, living in the SeaTac area of Washington, has spent time this summer visiting favorite places he and his late wife, Sandy, have enjoyed through the years and sharing videos of those travels. For All Saints Day he sent a youtube interview from the church he and Sandy called home for the last 60 years. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church was a small and friendly congregation when they first attended as new residents in the Seattle area. The video is labeled “Ask Frank” and includes names and stories of people some will remember. Visitors from Langdon often found their way to this church which is no longer small but still friendly and inspiring. While searching for church services on Sunday two additional stories were in the news, and hopefully at least one or both will have been seen by Long Ago readers. The first was not an obituary but rather a tribute to Ken Towers by writers from the Grand Forks Herald. The obituary would be available in later newspaper issues. I never met Towers in person since his days of playing for the winning Alsen basketball team and coaching the Langdon basketball team as earlier glory days were both while I lived in Colorado. However, I knew about him from his later coaching (and winning) days in Grand Forks and possibly even ate at one of his restaurants in the last 40 years. His sisters and other relatives often had good news to share about Kenny and his busy life. A second story was about Canadian Alex Trebec, who most of us will remember as the host of the game show Jeopardy for the last 36 years. I also remember him for helping to popularize the Geography Bee program for school children. Watching Jeopardy was a must in a lot of Langdon households. Friends and neighbors hurried home day after day so they would not miss their game. Some kept score on how many of the answers they knew and what they would have won if they had been called to be on the show. Trebec died of pancreatic cancer and had been a spokesperson for that cause as well. While life in isolation times seems frustrating and lonely, I do keep on reading and re-reading books I enjoy. For example, I am still finding gems in the Agatha Christie collection at the library. And I keep an eye on whether the school buses are running. Two of my aunts, one on the farm and the other in Langdon, lived on school bus routes. When people would ask how they were doing, they often would respond with “just saw the school bus go by so things are going well….”
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Jack Borchardt, a third grader at Langdon Area Elementary School and son of Todd and Abby Borchardt, is the art student of the month. His art teacher, Mindi Lil, says, “Jack is a wonderful student to have in art! He works diligently to do his very best and is a thoughtful creator. He is kind to everyone around him and takes his learning seriously. Jack’s drawing depicts a fall sunset with silhouettes of turkeys, a buck, and a windmill. He created it while home on quarantine, which is even more impressive. Great job, Jack!”