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Cavalier County Commissioners held a meeting this past week, see Page 3 for details. Turn to Page 5 to read about local scholarships given to students.

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“A man who is good enough to shed his blood for his country, is good enough to be given a fair deal later.” - Theodore Roosevelt That quote is part of the emblem for the North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs (NDDVA) which was established in 1945. The mission of this department is “to assist veterans of North Dakota and their dependents in obtaining all benefits to which they are entitled, both federal and state, either by direct contact or through the assistance of county veterans service officers, tribal veterans service officers, or national service officers”. This mission is highlighted most during the month of May which is National Mental Health Awareness month. Langdon City Commission Chair Jerry Nowatzki shared his experiences when he was active duty in the Navy. Nowatzki was stationed on submarines which is an incredibly stressful environment. He shared that looking back on his time in the service, he and his shipmates all drank alcohol in excess to selfmedicate. That level of drinking continued for Nowatzki and the majority of his close friends after they retired. “Some of us developed anxi-

ety problems after retirement, others depression, and we continued the self-medicating. I was lucky, my wife and I realized I had a mental health problem, and I chose to be proactive about it. I sought professional medical help for anxiety, and I no longer drink,” Nowatzki shared. “I’ve lost 3 close friends to alcohol-related health prob-

remain for active duty service members and veterans alike when seeking treatment for mental health issues. More than 1.7 million veterans received treatment in a VA mental health specialty program in fiscal year 2018. A study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration revealed that less than 50 percent of

lems. I’m glad I sought help when I did. There seems to be a stigma about asking for help. All the branches of the military and the Veterans Administration try extremely hard to break the wall of pride or stubbornness between a solder, sailor, airmen or marine and the help some of them desperately need.” The history of mental health needs among service members is a long one with each generation of soldier being more and more vocal about their needs for assistance. But difficulties

service members and veterans receive one or more benefits or services from VA. Some of the barriers veterans face include: • Personal embarrassment about service-related mental disabilities • Long wait times to receive mental health treatment • Shame over needing to seek mental health treatment • Fear of being seen as weak • Stigma associated with mental health issues • A lack of understanding or lack of awareness about mental

Will state budget woes hit hard locally? The worst kept secret in the state is the fact that the state budget is highly dependent upon the oil extraction tax to fund it. From special savings like the Legacy Fund to the special projects like the Prairie Dog bill, North Dakota has for the past decade utilized the natural resources found in the Bakken shale to make the state successfully funded and encourage growth. Now, as COVID-19 continues to cause problems around the world, its impact on the oil market has brought home how devastating this is. Late April saw the price for oil crash amid a supply glut caused from lack of demand because of COVID-19 and price wars between Saudi Arabia and Russia. The reference point for oil prices, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil, was being traded at a negative value of $37. Not only is this a historical first, it's incredibly bad news for North Dakota which collects 53 percent of its revenue from severance taxes. For the City of Langdon, looking ahead to budget time is not as hopeful as it was this past winter. Langdon City Auditor

RoxAnne Hoffarth budgeted to receive around $315,000.00 from the state this year. Typically, the state will send a report on what local governments can expect to receive for the following year around budget time. While the drop in oil prices isn't new, with a decline occurring for the past five years, this drastic of a decrease could

gets and funding, Hoffarth did have good news to share. COVID-19 may have caused the bottom to drop out of oil, but the reduction in travel has brought a significant increase to local taxes. “Our city sales tax is up $16,000 this April from last year at the same time. So it seems people are staying local and shopping local. Keep up the good work Langdon residents,” Hoffarth shared. Langdon City Commission Chair Jerry Nowatzki shared that while at first he was worried about the city sales tax being down due to the COVID madness – the reluctance to leave homes and have things shipped to doorsteps instead – has turned out to be a nonissue. With residents no longer traveling to larger cities, their sales tax dollars stayed local and working out well for the city as it looks to making a balanced budget. "Shop Local. I can't say that enough,” Nowatzki said. The downturn in state revenue comes at a time when the Langdon City Commission

$$$$$$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$$$$$$$$ BUDGET $$$$$$$$$$$$$ have significant impact on the State's ability to help small municipalities like Langdon. “It had decreased or stayed the same for the last few years. General fund and street department receive about 50/50. The street department depends most on state revenue and the general fund. Our street department relies on this money to run because they are not an enterprise fund, meaning they have no way to make their own money,” explained Hoffarth. Despite the fear of what may occur at the state level for bud-

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health problems and treatment options • Logistical problems, such as long travel distances in order to receive this type of care • Concerns over the veteran mental health treatment offered by the VA • Demographic barriers and false perceptions based on these demographics such as age or gender Cavalier County Veterans Service Officer Leon Hiltner has helped many veterans throughout his years to receive the services they need, including mental health. Hiltner shared that he believes that mental health is a major concern for not only the VA but the country as well. “I have dealt with mental health issues in my occupation here. Applying for PTSD or even traumatic brain injury, we’ve had those claims come across the desk. I have used the resources provided me by the State of North Dakota and VA. I actually have on my phone the crisis hotline in case someone calls me when I’m not in the office,” says Hiltner. Mental health is an all encompassing term, but there is a pattern of conditions that have been noted to affect veterans more. The RAND Center for Military Health Policy Research has found that 18.5 percent of the cont. on page 2

Hein Lawn Care Services ready to take on summer As the dreams of green lawns and summer fun take hold, the need to maintain those lawns for summer fun takes center field. Businesses and facilities within the City of Langdon that contract their lawn care have found a new provider in Hein Lawn Care Services. Hein Lawn Care has secured work with three of the biggest contracts for the upcom-

care services to the school district, the hospital, and the city parks. They are also doing some private work for individuals, but the primary focus will be with the three contracted jobs. “For the most part, I think we will be full, but we will be looking. At the same time, there are others trying to do jobs. I want them to do good, too,” Hein said.

ing summer after purchasing equipment from the disbanded CS Lawn Care. Owner Dave Hein explained that after discussing with his wife, Amy, and their three sons, they decided the potential for buying and seeking out the contracts was a good opportunity. “One reason was the opportunity for my kids to have jobs, and I think the community needed it. There is a high demand for it,” Hein explained. Hein shared that he and his sons will be providing lawn

Hein has only focused his efforts for additional summer work as he also works full-time for United Communications and Amy Hein also works fulltime at the Osnabrock Community Living Center. As the business takes off and the Heins learn the ropes, he sees the lawn care business as providing a great opportunity for local youth to find employment during the summer. “I’m hoping down the road that we expand big enough cont. on page 2

FM Bank is closed Saturday, May 23 and Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

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Now is the Time _______________________________________________continued from Page 1 vets who served in either Iraq or turning from active duty service istration and PsychArmor InstiAfghanistan suffer from either overseas. In addition, the study tute to educate viewers with the major depression or post-trau- found that the existing work- basic knowledge of what the Langdon City Commission matic stress disorder (PTSD). force lacked sufficient training signs may be for someone who Within those two categories, in evidence-based practices, is struggling with the thoughts Tuesday, May 26, 6:00 p.m. 19.5 percent of vets have ex- and there were inadequate or- of suicide, and it provides ideas perienced a traumatic brain in- ganizational systems and tools on how to help. Cavalier County Water Resource Board jury. These three service-related to support mental health qualThere is a more high tech disorders, alone, have an enor- ity improvements. Veterans approach as the VA has rolled Thursday, May 28, 8:00 a.m. mous impact on the demand from rural communities are at a out apps for phones. VA Mofor veteran mental health treat- particular disadvantage as they bile Health aims to improve the Cavalier County Commission ment, and efforts to help have face challenges such as limited health of veterans by providing increased. options for assessment and technologies that expand cliniTuesday, June 2, 8:30 a.m. “It’s a big national effort to treatment and providers’ lack of cal care beyond the traditional recognize the mental health is- awareness of military culture. office visit. These apps are deCavalier County JDA sues in a veteran and address it “Veterans can talk to other veloped for both veterans and Wednesday, June 3, 6:00 p.m. so that the outcome isn’t devas- veterans. That doesn’t seem to VA care teams, offering safe tating. It’s a top priority in the be a stumbling block as far as and secure mobile access to paVA. Mental health issues results veterans are concerned. They tient data and providing more Langdon City Commission in a lot of suicides,” Hiltner said. do have a hard time talking to opportunities for veterans to Monday, June 8, 6:00 p.m. “There is a stigma attached to people that don’t understand be active participants in their veterans and people in general their experiences - in other health care. To access available that if they have a mental health words, somebody who isn’t a apps, visit the VA App Store. This information provided as a public service by issue that they’re weak, and veteran,” Hiltner shared. “ReThe few resources provided that’s not the case. It’s a medi- cently, we had a bit of a setback. within this article only serve the Cavalier County Republican. cal issue, and it just happens to We have what we call the Vet to remind the community that be on the mental side instead of Centers, and they’re associat- there is still so much more that Hein Lawn Care ____________________continued from Page 1 the physical side of a person." ed with the VA indirectly. One can be done. It starts with endthat I can hire more kids like 16 Hein stated. A 2013 report of mental of the staff members, who is ing the stigma among veterans year olds and up cause it’s kind Hein Lawn Care Services is health care for veterans found basically a counselor, was cut and civilians alike in regards to of fun. I think it’s a good job op- open and ready to assist as that the mental health work- because of funding within the mental health and those who portunity for kids with its flex- they are able with your lawn force had insufficient capacity last year. That was a major blow seek assistance and care for ibility for sports but still be able care needs. Please contact Dave to address the needs of service because that resource is impor- these conditions. to work and make good money,” Hein at 701-370-2882. members, especially those re- tant for our area of veterans to “The mental health issue contact the Vet Center and have has actually come a long way help available that is relatively within the veteran community, Graduation ceremonies and campus opening addressed but it still has a long way to go. materialize in Cavalier County. ing, a mask by both participants close by.” By Adam Johnston Hiltner shared that this “bad If we could accept the fact that Currently, the campus is still would be required. In addition, Republican Writer deal” has had an impact on area a mental health issue isn’t a closed until June 1 by an execu- no more than fifteen people veterans to reach the services sign of weakness in people and On Monday, May 18 the Lang- tive order from the governor. may be allowed in any one room don Area School Board outlined Then, the decision to reopen at a time. This rule would reflect they need. He does note that change how people respond the plans for the graduation will be left to the board's discre- that fourteen students could the Cavalier County Veterans to someone who has a mental ceremony and the reopening tion. Daren Christianson noted participate per one instruc- Service Office does participate health issue, that would be a big of school grounds. Open only they are planning on opening tor. Disinfecting weight room in a federally funded program improvement. We, meaning the to immediate family of gradu- the track to the public at that equipment after each use was that provides transportation people, have to get over the fact ating students, the graduation time. The playground, however, also mentioned. These guide- for veterans to any medical ap- that mental health shouldn’t be ceremonies will be held at the may remained closed due to lines are just an outline going pointment at no cost to them. stigmatized,” Hiltner says. A special note from Hiltner Dakota Spirit Arena. To orga- the complication of disinfecting forward. Additional precautions This local program, operated by may be enlisted to protect stu- the NDDVA, is one of many ser- to the community is that there nize a safe environment for equipment efficiently. Tentatively, there’s a chance dent health. It was stressed, the vices and programs implement- will be a Memorial Day program all participants several special guidelines will be enacted. All student-directed activities will school should be ready June 1st ed to assist active duty service aired at 10 a.m. on the local raspeeches from senior students resume June 1st as well. In ad- but only to groups that prepare members, veterans, and their dio station featuring the guest speaker and Hiltner reading the as well as choir audio will be dition to drivers education, and submit a proper disinfec- families. NDDVA Commissioner has names of Cavalier County veterrecorded prior. This ensures mi- ideas proposed were organiz- tion plan to administration. issued a Challenge on Suicide ans who have died. Hiltner also Currently, there are 18 stucrophones will not be shared by ing groups for weight room acPrevention that only involves 25 encourages the community to multiple people. A senior video tivities or open gym at the high dents enrolled in the summer and separate scholarship video school. If permitted, these activ- high school physical education minutes of your time viewing a stop by the American Legion to have also been prepared. In ad- ities would still need to adhere program and 20 signed up for suicide prevention video. The view the display honoring these dition, the arrival and departure to proper social distancing pro- the drivers education program. video was a collaborative effort veterans. of guests will be organized by tocols. This would mean main- Enrollment for both of these between the Veterans Adminscheduled times. Masks are pre- taining a six-foot distance from programs is still open. Families ferred but will not be mandato- other individuals. If six feet is are encouraged to contact the ry unless a rash of cases were to breached during activities, such school if interested. as spotting during weight lift-

Community Calendar May

Langdon Area High School Class of 2020 Parade Sunday, May 24 4:00 p.m.

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Listen Live on KNDK AM1080 Line up on the parade route and WAVE, HONK or YELL at the 2020 Graduates! Parade route starts at United Lutheran Church heading East on Hwy 5 and turning South on Main Street and ending at the Car Clinic.

25 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - CLOSED 26 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m. 27 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m. 27 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 28 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m. 29 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Grocery Delivery, 1 p.m. 29 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 30-31 – Yahuah’s Annual Sacred Festival of Shabouth, Torah Keepers, call 218-766-8176 for info

June 1-30 – Summer reading program sign up, Cavalier County Library, Grades 1-12 1 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & Devils Lake 3 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 5 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 8 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & Devils Lake 9 & 10 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - No in-town transit or office hours due to training 10 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 12 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 15 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & Devils Lake 17 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 19 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 22 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & Devils Lake 24 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 26 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks 29 – Cavalier County Meals & Transit - Bus run to Grand Forks & Devils Lake

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Cavalier County Commission conducted a busy meeting

The Cavalier County Commission held their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 19 over Facebook Live with a heavy agenda. One of the first items of discussion was the Census concerning missing reporting from rural areas like the satellite communities of Cavalier County. Commission Chair Nick Moser informed the rest of the Commission that the issue has been brought to the attention of the Governor's office and the state representatives for Cavalier County. Concern for the possibility of the Census having to be completely re-done as a result of this was raised. The commissioners met next with Cavalier County Road Supervisor Terry Johnston for updates on road crews, projects and culvert requests. Johnston reviewed what the protocol will be for the oil and road crews employed by the county during the COVID-19 pandemic. Extensive discuss focused on their options about maintaining the safety of the summer county employees and conducting the work necessary on county roads. With a crew of 10 people and two vehicles to transport, the issue of how to split the crew up and offer mileage to the crew to use their own vehicles to travel to and from worksites was discussed. Johnston and the Commission also discussed a culvert request and the load limits for county roads. Updates on building maintenance for shops was given as well as for the work being done by Mikkelsen's. The commissioners discussed the placement of a tower that will also be utilized by the county. Cavalier County Emergency Manager Karen Kempert provided some input to the Commission on the uses of revenue from the permit. Cavalier County Tax Director Steph Bata presented the work she is doing with Sidwell to correct native woodland parcels. Bata explained that the work was done in part with the correcting of parcels enrolled in the Native Woodland Program operated by the ND Forestry Service. Some assessors were not comfortable reviewing the parcels enrolled to ensure correct acreage enrolled. Bata went on to explain the disparities that will be found within the assessor's books as compared to what will be found in Sidwell. The commissioers discussed the cost that these

corrections are having on the county taxpayers. Much of this work in correcting has revolved around the Fremont township and the parcels enrolled in the Native Woodland Program. Bata went on to explain that many of the errors she is finding have been in place since the Sidwell program was implemented. “Sidwell, really, I don't think, was meant to deal with a program like this...like Native Woodlands. It's not really what their program is designed to do. I think that's another thing, we are asking them to do something that does not work well with this,” Bata explained. Bata has requested quotes from Sidwell for work on combining the townships that have these issues. Fremont Township has been completed, and Bata will work on North Olga Township with Sidwell and update the commissioners on estimates for a phased approach or a total overhaul. Budget concerns were also raised as the county will need to determine if this is affordable for the department and county as a whole. The Commission discussed how they will handle county equalization. Cavalier County Auditor Lisa Gellner stated she does not believe doing the equalization over Facebook Live would be doable. Gellner suggested that those wanting to attend or contest their assessment could do so via phone and watch on Facebook Live. The assessors and Bata would also be available. Bata stated that it has been recommended that, because of the change in procedure for holding the meetings, anyone who missed the city or township level equalization be allowed time at the county level. The commissioners along with Gellner and Bata decided that having a list of individuals that want to be heard at equalization to be contacted by the Commission when ready for them would be easiest. This would also allow for anyone calling in to be added to the list and contacted when the Commission is ready for them. Bata shared that she does not see as many changes coming in this year as in years prior. The next item of business was discussion the COVID-19 procedures and lockdown for the county government. The commissioners decided to continue the current protocols and discussed, at length, that despite suggestion from ND Governor

Doug Burgum that polling locations could be possible, that it is too close to the June primary to make it happen within Cavalier County. Cavalier County residents are encouraged to vote by mail only for the June primary with the general election still undecided for vote by mail only or if the polling location will be open. Gellner also reviewed updates to the addendum regarding county personnel traveling out of state and relaxing the protocol of only one employee in the office at a time. The Commission approved the updates to the addendum. Gellner updated the commissioners on where the county stood with reimbursement from the state for COVID-19 related costs. The state has put off disbursement of funds, requiring additional documentation to the end of May. In Other Businesses • The Commission approved a raffle permit for the Walhalla Country Club. • The Commission also reviewed a request from the Census Buearu to house census workers as they complete the task of the census. The Commission did not feel comfortable hosting this as high risk individuals would be entering the courthouse may be traveling from outside of the county. The Commission discussed alternative locations and decided to encourage the workers to find another location. • The Commission discussed purchasing barriers for the county offices. Each office will be directed to put in their order request, and a bulk order will be placed. • The commissioners approved the anhydrous plant to change its name to Legacy Coop. Century Code states that when a change in ownership occurs, the County Commission needs to approve the change. • Commissioners responded to a letter from the Bureau of Land Management and requested to be notified through mailings of public meetings. • The auditor's office will be seeking part-time help once again as the previous employee is unable to continue working due to lack of child care. The Cavalier County Sheriff's Department will also be advertising for a new deputy.

Budgets ________________________continued from Page 1 and Hoffarth are also looking the budget, but it’s difficult to into restructuring the city util- balance when you don’t have ity billing for business who rent guaranteed funding. You can space from another business. only estimate and hope you Nowatzki explained that the get close to that amount in the main issue with this is how will end,” Hoffarth said. the new numbers fit into the In the meantime, Nowatzki budget and what would that and his fellow commissioners affect. Finally, they also look at have a list of priorities that they employee raises. want to accomplish. It begins “We have an outstanding with finishing the existing wagroup of city employees who ter, sewer, & street projects as have gone without even a small the unusually early winter last cost of living bump in wages for October really set that back. two years, so I'd like to be able Further out are plans to look to give them a raise they all de- into getting all the streets in serve,” Nowatzki said. Langdon fully resurfaced. What With so much going on, the lands as most imminent for the amount of stress on many lo- Commission is getting back to cal governing bodies to meet holding in-person meetings. their budgets has increased. In “It will also be nice to get Langdon, Nowatzki shared that back to having meetings in City his predecessors have always Hall. done an excellent job at keepThe COVID induced social dising money in reserve funds for tancing actually hit at the same such instances. Hoffarth ex- time we are having City Hall plained that the city relies on renovated,” Nowatzki shared. the property tax, income and “Using internet services like the enterprise funds to support Zoom for commission meetings the city through rough times gets the job done, but it's just such as this. not that same. I'll be glad when “I’m a geek. I love working on we're all back in the same room.”

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Opinion

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Cavalier County Republican

Melissa’s Musings By Melissa Anderson Potluck world I love analogies. They make understanding things a lot easier and complex topics less complex. One of the best analogies I like to use when considering topics like taxes is the potluck supper. A North Dakota tradition and a Midwest past time that everybody knows of, the potluck is the community get-together that shares the good food we all enjoy and provides that feeling of community we love. Just like how everyone pays in to the local government for taxes, a potluck is the joining together of a small amount of personal resources to provide a large meal for the masses. Now when these potlucks occur, usually there is a sheet or a spoken list sharing what everyone will bring to the table on the designated day. You bring what you can, and everybody takes part. Sometimes though, these potlucks can occur more often

than some can actually handle. This causes distress and a lack of wanting to continue participation in the community event, especially when organizers mismanage handing out suggestions for what to bring. Not everybody has the time and energy to make those complex dishes that are extremely popular. So less and less people want to participate, and those that do grumble louder and louder that these potlucks are getting out of hand. Nobody wants to be forced to give when they really can't. Unlike the potlucks which are usually pretty voluntary, taxes are not. Some people try to make it voluntary, but that does not end well for them. When used appropriately and with light hand, both potlucks and taxes are beneficial to the community as a whole. When not, you end up with fewer participants and crappier selection of foods. Having organizers more concerned with the quality of the potluck rather than the frequency is important, especially in today's economy.

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To the editor: On behalf of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), I’d like to thank all those who work in nursing facilities -doctors, nurses, food preparers, housekeepers, and others -- for their unwavering dedication to compassionately caring for the vulnerable residents who are relying on them during the COVID-19 pandemic. These facilities have been on the front lines of the pandemic, and our hearts are with all of those who have been affected by this virus and their families. We at CMS share the goal of keeping nursing facility residents safe and healthy. Under President Trump’s leadership, we are using CMS’s regulatory authority to facilitate residents’ care and ensure that long-term care facilities have the guidance they need to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The best thing nursing facilities can do to keep residents and themselves safe is to ensure they’re following effective infection-control practices. These are outlined in our guidance and include recommendations that employees wash their hands properly; separate ill residents from well residents; use personal protective equipment correctly; get screened for illness; and stay home if they’re sick. By employing effective infection control and prevention, coordinating with local and state health authorities, and showing patience and kindness to others, we can beat the virus, reopen America, and keep our nursing home residents safe and healthy. Sincerely, Seema Verma Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Washington, D.C.

To the editor: Republican primary voters always look for real conservatives to support. It was, therefore, unavoidable that someday a well-funded leftist would spend tens of thousands of dollars sending out mailers with the word "conservative" next to his name and hope that he could fool North Dakotan Republicans into voting for him. Thomas Beadle is that candidate. While in the state legislature Beadle has voted with Democrats for gun control. He has voted with Democrats for abortion every single time a bill on that issue has come up. He has sponsored a bill to create a special protected class for those with "perceived gender-related identity." He has been among the legislature's most aggressive advocates of increasing state spending even supporting efforts to spend five million dollars on a state sponsored cactus garden. Now Beadle wants Republicans to make him their nominee for State Treasurer so he and his supporters have spent tens of thousands of dollars telling them that he is "conservative." Fortunately there is a conservative in the race. Dan Johnston has a proven record of standing up for the 2nd amendment, the right to life, equal protection under the law and restraint in government spending. Do not allow one of the most liberal politicians in North Dakota to simply buy the Republican nomination for State Treasurer. Spread the word about Beadle's deception and vote Dan Johnston for State Treasurer in the current mail-in primary. James Kerian Grafton

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In 1896 Phil Brusseau built the National Hotel in Olga. It had 8 guest rooms that rented for $1 a night. An ad for the hotel says "First class service" rates were $1.50 per day. The house on the far right is the home of Dwayne Gratton. This photo was submitted by Leo Beauchamp. If you have a picture that you would like to share, stop by the Republican or email ccr@utma.com. If emailing a photo, please send a high resolution file.

Upside Down Under By Marvin Baker

Nostalgia lives here.… After our daughter landed a job in Rapid City, we’ve frequently taken trips to the western South Dakota city. There are a number of ways to get there, but we always seem to end up going south of Dickinson on N.D. Highway 22. From where we live, it’s the closest route and cuts off 22 miles from other routes. It’s a long, seven-hour drive from home to Rapid City, and for those of you who have been in the western third of South Dakota, it’s really desolate so you better have a thermos of strong coffee or a loud car stereo to keep you awake. Traveling that route, Reeder seems like the distant outpost with nothing in between until you get to Sturgis, which is still 25 miles short of Rapid City. There are actually three communities between Reeder and Sturgis, none of which have a significant population. The first one is Reva, 40 miles south of Reeder. There’s hardly anything there except a post office and a small store to keep the locals happy since they are a long way from Rapid City, a long way from Mobridge and a long way from Dickinson. The next one is Hoover, about 30 miles down the road, which is nothing more than what you see in Reva. The only difference is that Hoover doesn’t have a post office. There’s a little dam north of town we call the

Hoover Dam. Just to stay awake, I’ve called friends and said I just went by Hoover Dam. “What are you doing in Arizona?” And the conversation goes on. Thirty plus miles beyond Hoover is Newell, a town of 650 people that is essentially a major trade area because of the vast distances between communities. It has a livestock market, a thriving irrigation industry and several retail stores. The high school sports name also gets into the act. It’s called the Irrigators. Next is Sturgis and that doesn’t need an explanation, although when I was in the National Guard, my last six Guard camps were at Sturgis, where Fort Meade is located. When I would tell people I was in Sturgis, the reply would usually be something like this. “Oh, cool, how was the rally, man?” This is a long road to travel, and you best hope you don’t blow a tire or run out of gas because mobile communications are poor, too. But the one stop, Hoover, is where nostalgia lives. There is a general store there that has a small variety of grocery items, gas pumps and hardware items. There is an old lady who lives on site so if a rancher drops by at 2 o’clock in the morning, banging on the door, she wakes up, answers the door and sells the rancher a bag of Doritos or whatever he might need. When you walk into that place, it’s like stepping into a Norman Rockwell painting. Even though it’s 2020, it’s as if you are going back into the 1950s. The lady is very friendly, understands business and has impeccable customer service. But she

also understands there isn’t a whole lot of traffic rolling through Hoover, and that’s probably why there aren’t any stop lights. I’m sure there are other places like this in the United States. If you look at the western half of Nebraska, it’s desolate as well, and there aren’t many people living there and those who do, it’s a long way to anywhere. Also when you go through central Nebraska, there are only four communities north to south, that’s nearly 200 miles with nothing but cattle in between. Valentine, Thedford, North Platte and McCook are the only communities. And like western South Dakota, there are those insignificant communities that serve the area ranchers. It’s sometimes called the “loneliest road in Nebraska" or the “road to nowhere.” Those little places like the Hoover General Store are out there, but they are a dying breed. As a young child I could remember two places like that in south-central North Dakota. One was called “Midway,” the halfway point between Linton and Wishek, and the other was the “Livona Rural Station,” which was northwest of Hazelton on the back roads toward Bismarck. They once called places like that in Alaska, “the government store,” because essentially, that’s what they were. It would be interesting to see how many of those are still around. But those places weren’t nostalgia at all. They were roofs to keep supplies from getting wet, nothing more. So if you’re ever yearning for real nostalgia, check out the Hoover General Store in South Dakota.

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P.E.O. Memorial Scholarships winners

Kindergarten graduation

Langdon Area Elementary School held their Kindergarten graduation on Monday, May 18. It was held outside of the elementary school. Congratulations to all grads! Photo courtesy of Angela Bartlett.

Horizon Financial announces employee-funded scholarship winners The employees at Horizon Financial Bank are proud to announce the Horizon Financial Bank EmployeeFunded Scholarships for 2020. Employees in Munich, Devils Lake, Osnabrock and Bismarck contribute funds from their “jean Friday” account to establish these scholarships. Congratulations to this year’s recipients: Munich High School: Ordale Morstad, Hanna Haider and Logan Harder; Langdon Area High School: Abby Romfo and Hayden Hoffarth; Devils Lake High School: Zachary Ohma. These $300 scholarships are made available to students from each of the following schools/towns: Munich, Langdon, Starkweather, Devils Lake and Bismarck. Zachary Ohma is the son of Corey and Debi Ohma of Devils Lake. He plans to at-

tend Lake Region State College in the precision agriculture program. Abby Romfo is the daughter of Trevor and Jennifer Romfo of Langdon. She plans to attend the University of North Dakota where she will pursue a degree in managerial finance and accounting. Hayden Hoffarth is the son of Edmund and Jayna Hoffarth of Langdon. He plans to attend Bismarck State College to become and an electric a l lineworker. Hanna Haider is the daughter of Andrew and Janna Haider of Munich. She plans to attend the University

of North Dakota where she will pursue a degree in math or accounting. Ordale Morstad is the son of Glenn and Mykal Morstad of Hampden. He plans to attend Lake Region State College in the precision agriculture program. Logan Harder is the son of Tom and Susan Harder of Munich. He plans to attend Lake Region State College and pursue a degree in business administration. The scholarship funds are presented after the recipient provides Horizon Financial Bank with proof of enrollment from the college of their choice. Congratulations to all 2020 high school graduates!

Langdon Area Elementary School announced that it has earned accreditation by CogniaTM, a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts, and education service providers. Cognia, formerly AdvancED, nationally recognizes districts that meet rigorous standards focused on productive learning environments, equitable resource allocation that meets the needs of learners, and effective leadership. Earning accreditation from the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission means that the school is accredited, and that Langdon Area Elementary School is recognized across the nation as a school that meets Cognia standards of quality and maintains a commitment to continuous improvement. “School accreditation as conferred by the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission provides Langdon Area Elementary School a nationally recognized mark of quality for our school,” shared Daren Christianson, Superintendent of Langdon Area Schools. “It demonstrates to our community our

commitment to excellence, our openness to external review and feedback, and our desire to be the best we can be on behalf of the students we serve. Langdon Area High School will be reviewed by Cognia next fall.” To earn Cognia accreditation, a school district also must implement a continuous process of improvement and submit to internal and external review. Schools in good standing can maintain their accreditation for a fiveyear term. Dr. Mark A. Elgart, president and CEO of Cognia, stated, “Cognia Accreditation is a rigorous process that focuses the entire school and its community on the primary goal of preparing lifelong learners in engaging environments where all students can flourish. Langdon Area Elementary School is to be commended for demonstrating that it has met high standards and is making progress on key indicators that impact student learning.” Cognia is the parent organization of the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), Northwest

Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). Parents and interested community members can learn more about the Cognia Accreditation at cognia.org About Cognia Cognia offers accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning, and improvement services to institutions and other education providers. The result of the merger of AdvancED and Measured Progress, Cognia was formed to bridge the gap between school evaluation and student assessment. As a global nonprofit working in over 80 countries, our 36,000 institutions serve and support nearly 25 million students and five million educators every day. Cognia serves as trusted partner in advancing learning for all. Find out more at cognia.org.

The recipients of the 2020 P.E.O. Memorial Scholarships of $600 each are Raquel Bata, Abby Romfo and Emma Field. Raquel will be attending the University of Mary in Bismarck where she plans to pursue a degree in business administration and minor in marketing. She is the daughter of Randy and Janelle Bata. Abby will be attending the University of North Dakota where she will pursue a degree in managerial finance and accounting. She is the daughter of Trevor and Jennifer Romfo. Emma will be at-

tending the University of North Dakota where she will pursue a degree in nursing, specializing in dermatology. She is the daughter of Jason and Tara McFadden and the late David Field. The scholarships, given by Chapter U, Langdon are awarded on the basis of leadership, character, scholastic ability, school activities, community activities, educational plans and a personal interview. P.E.O. is an international women’s organization interested in promoting education for women. The scholarship was originally started using money from Fred E. Hawley given in memory of his wife, Chelta Hamily Hawley.

Langdon Area Elementary School earns Cognia Accreditation

Langdon Eagles Auxiliary scholarship winners The recipients of the 2020 Langdon Eagles Auxiliary Scholarship of $300 each are Brennan Kitchen, Jackson Delvo and Abby Romfo. Brennan will be attending NDSU and pursing a degree in agricultural economics. He is the son of David and Jayne Kitchin. Jackson will be attending UND where he will

pursue a degree in marketing. He is the son of Gerald and Laurie Delvo. Abby will be attending UND and will be pursuing a degree in managerial rinance and accounting. She is the daughter of Trevor and Jennifer Romfo. Congratulations to all of you, and best wishes to all applicants!

Students can earn up to $20,000 of education costs back!

St. Alphonsus School is proud to present their 2020 Kindergarten graduates: Maxton Almen, Aurora Anderson, Ryker Domres, Hudson Hoffman, Clyde Anderson, Jessica Muhs, Bohdyn Hope, Parker Domres, Ellis Meidinger and Malachi Economy.

Summer reading at the Cavalier County Library Summer reading will be available at the Cavalier County Library for kids going into grades 1-12. Sign-up for the summer reading program will begin June 1 and go until June 30. Please stop in the library for your summer reading record. If the library is closed or you are not comfortable coming in, please feel free

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LANGDON IMPLEMENT, CAVALIER EQUIPMENT & ROY IMPLEMENT ARE LOOKING TO SPONSOR STUDENTS FOR THE JD TECH PROGRAM AT NDSCS WAHPETON. Successful students can earn up to $20K of education costs back through employment after completing the program. Students can also apply for $1,500 ND Implement Dealers Association scholarship each year. Contact Anthony at 370-0639 or Kevin at 256-0279. The John Deere Tech program is designed to develop technically competent, professional ag equipment service technicians. The John Deere Company sponsors the program and NDSCS administers and operates the program. This unique program combines state-of-the-art, on-campus training with supervised occupational experiences at a sponsoring John Deere dealership. Students receive technical training on John Deere equipment and related products through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory experiences. Classroom and laboratory instruction at NDSCS covers the basics of each subject plus the latest developments in John Deere’s agricultural equipment. Work experience at the dealership reinforces on-campus training and exposes the student to real life failures and repairs as they occur on the equipment. The John Deere Tech program takes six semesters, or approximately 24 months, to complete. The six semesters are divided into 10 terms, each approximately eight weeks in length. Students complete the second, third, fourth, sixth,seventh,ninth and tenth terms on campus and the first, fifth, and eighth terms at a sponsoring John Deere dealership.

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Obituaries Dorothy Kroetsch

A private Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, May 18, 2020, at St. Alphonsus Church in Langdon for Dorothy Kroetsch, 96, of Langdon, who passed away Friday, May 15, 2020, at Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon. Burial was at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Mt. Carmel. Dorothy Girodat was born September 12, 1923, in Wales, to Peter and Hedwig (Bernard) Girodat. She spent her younger years attending school and working at her father’s general store in Mt. Carmel. On

November 8, 1944, she was united in marriage to Linus Kroetsch in Mt. Carmel. They raised their nine children and farmed near Mt. Carmel until retiring and moving to Langdon in 1975. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, Bunco and playing any type of card game. She also embroidered towels, made baby blankets, and crocheted items for many friends and family. She was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church along with the altar society in Mt. Carmel and was a Catholic Daughter in Langdon. Surviving Dorothy are her children: Gary (Sandy) of Fargo, Wayne (Lou) of Grand Forks, Kenneth (Bonnie) of Fargo, Janice Rode of Fargo, Donna (Phil) Green of Twin Lakes, Colo., Carl (Vicki) of Grand

Forks, Anna (Larry) Fischer of West Fargo, and Laverne (Kavae) of Lyons, Kan.; 21 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Ethel Girodat and Wilma Girodat and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Linus, son Merle, grandson Jason, daughter-in-law Mary, and siblings: Evelyn (Richard) Schill, Arnold Girodat, Donald (Delores) Girodat, and Glenn Girodat. Memorials can be directed to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon, was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.

CHURCH DIRECTORY Langdon Area Churches are praying for all who are impacted by the pandemic. Let us continue to pray for those in need. Brooks Funeral Home is working with churches & families to provide appropriate services or arranging for services to be held at a later date. - Thank you.

St. Alphonsus Catholic Church 1010 3rd St. • Langdon – Phone 701-256-5966 Father Phil Ackerman Associate Father Will Ovsak DCN Eric Seitz 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 - 9 a.m.

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: Preschool-8th grade 701-256-2354 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)

Richard W. Perius

A private Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, May 18, 2020, at St. Alphonsus Church in Langdon for Richard W. Perius, 94, of Langdon, who passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020, at Cavalier County Memorial Hospital in Langdon. Burial was at Calvary Cemetery in Langdon. Richard was born June 25, 1925, in Mt. Carmel, to Edward J. and Rose (Hutton) Perius. He went to school in Mount Carmel for eight years before attending St. Alphonsus High School; he graduated in 1943. He married Margaret Hughes at St. Alphonsus Church in Langdon on February 2, 1945. They lived and raised their family in Langdon. He owned and operated Dick’s Mobile for 39 years. He enjoyed hunting, golfing, and farming. He was

also a member of the volunteer fire department for many years. Surviving Dick are his children: Tom (Colleen) Perius, Bob (Elaine) Perius, Patty Mikkelsen, Kathryn (Dennis) Wipperling, Michael (Elizabeth) Perius, Bill (MaryDawn) Perius, David (Joy) Perius, Peggy (Jerry) DuVall, Susan (James) Baird, Paul Perius, Carol (Scott) Frasier, and Jacqueline (Randy) Whited; 31 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; and one brother, Merrill. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, wife Margaret, and nine siblings. Memorials can be directed to Langdon Meals on Wheels, St. Alphonsus School, St. Alphonsus Church or Cavalier County Memorial Hospital Foundation. Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.

Funeral services were held on Monday, May 25, 2020, at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Lincoln, Neb., for Linda Stansberry, 63, of Lincoln, Neb., who passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020. Linda Rae Heck was born on September 14,1956, to Edward and Elsie (Dietz) Heck. She was born in Langdon and raised on the family farm just outside of Langdon. She graduated from Nekoma High School and Aakers Business School in Fargo. She moved to Gillette, Wyo. where she met and married Donald Stansberry of Hastings, Neb. In 1983 the couple moved to Lincoln, Neb. She enjoyed working as a nurse’s aide and medication aide at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln.

She was caring and compassionate, and her work allowed her the opportunity to care for those in need. She is survived by her daughter, Dawn Marie Stansberry; her stepdaughters: Chris Van Diest and Sharon Eickhoff; her sister, Janette (William) Bryan; her brothers: Kenneth (MaryEllen) Heck, Donald (Sonya) Heck, David (Donna) Heck, Randall (Lisa) Heck; her grandchildren; step-grandchildren; great-grandchildren and step greatgrandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her husband, parents, daughter Jennifer Stansberry, and step-daughter Debra Stansberry. Funeral Arrangements were taken care of by Lincoln Family Funeral Care of Lincoln, Neb.

A graveside service was held May 23, 2020, at Vang Cemetery for Todd D. Peterson, 56, of Langdon, who passed away Sunday, May 17, 2020, at Altru Hospital in

biling, skiing, and playing baseball with his neighbors. He also enjoyed golfing, softball, bowling, fishing, and hunting. Surviving Todd are his parents, Larry and Janice Peterson of Langdon; sister Twana (Terry) Dick of Stanley; brother Trent (Tonya) Peterson of Langdon; nieces and nephews: Cassandra, Jonathon, Jacob and Amanda Dick and Drew and Abby Peterson; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lester and Florence Peterson and Charles and Florence Heck; aunts and uncles: David Heck, Selmer Heck, Gordon (Bernice) Heck, Richard Close, Willard Thompson, Lois Heck, and Caroline Knutson; and cousins: Clint Close and Steven Heck. Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon. com.

Linda Stansberry

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Todd D. Peterson

Grand Forks. Todd was born October 14, 1963, in Langdon to Larry and Janice (Heck) Peterson. He attended school in Langdon and then went to AVTI in East Grand Forks for welding. He held various jobs as a mill wright and worked on the family farm for many years. When working as a mill wright, he was usually the foreman and was able to travel to many different areas of the United States. Lately, he had worked various jobs in construction and maintained trucks for Spicer’s in Grand Forks. In his younger years, he enjoyed motorcycles, snowmo-

From the Pastor’s Desk

Devotions by community pastors This devotion is submitted by Pastor Sue Mackey of the Langdon Presbyterian Church

Summer Worship Schedule

Pastor Norm Economy (June-Aug.) Sundays 9:30 a.m. Pastor Jordan Braunberger Coffee 10:30 a.m.

314 15th Ave Phone 701-686-2000

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

followed by Fellowship

Sermons & Bulletins online

Winter Worship Schedule Bible Chats (all ages) 9:30 a.m. Coffee 10 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m. Website: langdonumc.org Latest info & event calendar on website All are Welcome!

Redeemer Lutheran Church 823 9th Ave, Langdon Pastor Rev. Mark Chepulis

Welcome to

Sunday Morning Worship Services – 8 a.m. Phone 701-256-4403

Evangelical Church emmanuel@utma.com

langdonevangelical.org

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN US!

1120 15th Ave • 256-2602

1216 9th Ave. Langdon 701-256-2594 Sunday Schedule 9 a.m. – Sunday School 10 a.m. – Worship 4th Sunday Contemporary Worship A Congregation of the ELCA “God’s work, Our Hands”

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Dovre Lutheran Church & Milton Lutheran Church Milton

Osnabrock 701-496-3301

701-496-3278

April - No worship or Wednesday School until further notice. May service is at Milton Lutheran. June service is at Dovre Lutheran in Osnabrock.

Check facebook page for updates on services & classes: Friends of Dovre Lutheran and Milton Lutheran Churches

READ: I Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11 “Leave all your worries with him, because he cares for you.” (I Peter 5:7) There is a question that we all ask at one point or another - “Where is God in the midst of my pain? Where is God when I feel hopeless and lost? Tell me, where is God?” All of us know those barren places of life where there is no shelter from the storms that rage. We all have moments when we don’t know the way out of pain, or doubt, or despair--when we cannot find our way--when we must finally surrender to the terrible fact that we are lost, and we must wait for someone to come and find us. We must wait for a rescuer. And in those times when we are most lonely and alone, God comes to seek us out. God comes to rescue us and carry us into the safe haven of God’s presence. The amazing news about the gospel is that God comes to where we are. He enters into the storms of our lives. He does not stand far away and distant from our pain. Instead, God enters into our suffering and pain in order to deliver us from it. Nowhere is this more dramatic than in the very birth, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. God came down to enter into our world and all our experiences: eating and sleeping, working and playing, rejoicing with friends at a wedding, and weeping over the death of a loved one. God entered into our suffering in order to find us. He came seeking us in our barren places – the places of guilt and loneliness, the dark places of our souls. Christ came seeking us out while we were yet lost, and, when he did that, he entered fully into our pain and suffering, but he did not leave us there. Instead, he transformed our suffering by his own death, giving us victory even in our greatest darkness. Christ comes to us now, still seeking us out,

providing us shelter from the strong winds that buffet us on every side. And when he finds us – well, there are no words for this feeling of being found after we have once been lost in the storm of life. Having surrendered ourselves to despair, suddenly we are safe. John Powell had a student in his theology of faith class who was the class’ resident atheist. On the last day of class, the young man looked at Powell and said, “Do you think that I will ever find God?” “No,” Powell replied. “I don’t think you will, but I am quite certain that God will find you.” Years passed. Powell finally heard from the young man again. He called to tell Powell that, in fact, God had found him. God had found him after the young man was diagnosed with cancer. At first, he had railed against God, pounding his fist on the door of heaven and demanding that God speak with him--but all he received was silence. Finally, he stopped railing and storming at God. He began to realize that he was helpless in the face of life and death and began to surrender himself up to that helplessness. It was then that God came to him. God came in quietness and gentleness, bringing strength and the courage to say goodbye. The young man told Powell that God had not come to find him with a miracle of healing that would take away all his pain and make the cancer disappear. God had come to guide him through the pain. “You were right,” the young man said, “I never did find God in all my intellectualized searching and questioning, but when I needed God, God found me.” Where is God? He’s in the courage you find to take just one more step. He’s in the comfort of tears shed in the arms of a friend. He’s in the power of your prayers, and God is in the breaking of the dawn after the long, dark night passes. Amen.

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Monday, May 25, 2020 – Page 7

Dakota Gardener: Unexplored vegetable garden spaces By Carrie Knutson, NDSU Extension Agent, Grand Forks County

Brush with the Bunch

What a beautiful picture of the senior class at the triangle as you enter Walhalla. We at the Walhalla Brush Bunch would like to wish the North Border Walhalla graduating seniors the best of luck. Things will get better! After being home for the last couple of months, things have to get better. Your senior year has been a roller coaster ride as it has been for us all - most likely the first senior class that went without a prom, without senior night and without a senior party! We wish you all the best, God‘s blessings and good luck in whatever you choose to do. Whatever that is, “Make a difference.“ There was a beautiful tribute to all graduating seniors on TV this weekend. Your names were not mentioned, but it was you and for you! There won‘t be any short joke this week, just remember your roots and “It will get better!“ God Bless by Leo Beauchamp

Cavalier County Transit’s Bus Schedule

Effective April 20, 2020: Cavalier County Transit requires that ALL passengers wear a face mask when in a Cavalier County Transit vehicle or facility until further notice. May 25 – CLOSED May 27 – Grand Forks May 29 – Grand Forks June 1 – Devils Lake & Grand Forks June 3 – Grand Forks June 5 – Grand Forks June 8 – Devils Lake & Grand Forks June 9 & 10 – No in-town transit or office hours due to training June 10 – Grand Forks June 12 – Grand Forks June 15 – Devils Lake & Grand Forks June 17 – Grand Forks June 19 – Grand Forks June 22 – Devils Lake & Grand Forks June 24 – Grand Forks June 26 – Grand Forks June 29 – Devils Lake & Grand Forks July 1 – Grand Forks July 3 – CLOSED – Happy 4th of July

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. Cavalier County Transit will not be providing trips to and from Maple Manor Care Center or Osnabrock Community Living Center until further notice. In-town transit hours will be from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. until further notice. Cavalier County Transit is providing medical trips only until further notice. Please call early with your appointments for out-of-town trips as we can only get 2 passengers on with the “social distancing” regulations. All passengers are required to wear a mask. All activities, including foot care, have been cancelled until June 30. Access to the Langdon Senior Center is limited to staff and deliveries.

We are now OPEN SATURDAYS May starting May 16, 16 but doors will still be locked. Curbside delivery available. Saturday

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We are closed Monday, May 25 in observation of Memorial Day

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The Milton Eagleson Meling American Legion Post #179 will not be holding their Memorial Day Program and Dinner this year due to the COVID-19 virus situation. The Legion Squad will honor veterans at the Milton Cemetery and the Catholic Cemetery on May 25, Memorial Day, beginning at 11 a.m. Flags will be placed on veterans graves on Saturday, May 23.

You always seem to have projects when you own a home. As a gardener, I tend to add more to the outside to-do list than the inside list. I have been working on redoing the rock and fabric landscaping around my house. The work is slow, one shovelful at a time, but this spring I am reaching my goal of finishing the backyard. I plan on removing the rock entirely from the last section for a flower bed. The original plan was to create a pollinator garden that would complement the other pollinatorfriendly plants in my yard. I still have that goal, but now I want to include some sun- and heat-loving vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers and herbs in that space. In other beds, I want to explore and try growing new vegetables such as kohlrabi and Swiss chard this year. It’s exciting! If you are looking to increase your vegetable garden space this year and are short on time, consider combining ornamentals and edibles

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SENIOR MEALS & SERVICES Monday (25) – Closed. Memorial Day. Frozen meals need to be picked up by Friday, May 22. Tuesday (26) – Hamburger noodle hotdish, green beans, pudding, fruit. Wednesday (27) – Turkey/dressing/gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, cranberries, chocolate cake. Call in by 3 p.m. Tuesday. Thursday (28) – Berry burst chicken salad, fruit. Friday (29) – Bacon cheeseburger deluxe/lettuce/tomato, onion, broasted potatoes, fruit. EBT/SNAP accepted Offering take-out only as the dining room is closed. Please call by 9:30 a.m. for take-outs. Homedelivered meals will remain the same. Frozen meals are also available for $4.00 each.

in your landscape plantings. The space you want to plant in should receive enough sunlight for the vegetables you want to grow. Most vegetables need eight or more hours of sunlight a day for good production. Leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach and kale will grow well with six to eight hours of sunlight. Also make sure you are able to get water to the vegetables easily when needed. Don’t crowd the plants together, and make sure each vegetable or flower has the space it needs to grow. Vegetables can serve as a design element in a landscape if you look at them in the right light. The large, thick leaves of zucchini can contrast nicely with the dark blue, fountainlike foliage of broccoli. Throw in some cosmos, zinnias or marigolds in your favorite color and you have an eye-catching vegetable garden. Vegetables can be grown easily in containers to provide more growing space. However, you have a few things to keep in mind. The container size should match the root depth and plant size. For example, lettuce and onions can be grown in small, shallow containers, while tomatoes will need large, deep (5 to 10 gallons) containers. When in doubt, use a bigger container than

you think the plant needs. You can find containers of different types (fabric, plastic, clay or metal) and items you can repurpose as containers. I’ve seen creative gardeners use old wheelbarrows, teapots and even boots as containers. Use your imagination. Regardless of the type, all containers should have drainage holes in the bottom. Containers will need daily watering, especially when the weather is hot, and weekly applications of a water-soluble fertilizer. If you are not ready to devote all your container space to vegetables, incorporate a few of your favorite vegetables into your containers. The plants you are going to use together should have the same growing requirements for light and moisture and have complementary space needs. For example, plant a container with a tall pepper, a trailing flower and a shorter leafy green. One final note: Making sure members of your family know what is safe to eat and what is not when combining plantings is a good idea. Happy planting! For more information, contact your local NDSU Extension agent. Find the Extension office for your county at https://www.ag.ndsu. edu/extension/directory/counties.

AARP North Dakota is seeking nominations for its Andrus Award for Community Service – its most prestigious volunteer award. Nominations will be evaluated based on how the volunteer’s work has improved the community, supported AARP’s vision and mission, and inspired other volunteers. The award recipient will be announced in early fall. Nominees must be 50 years or older and the achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must have been performed on a volunteer basis, without pay, and reflect AARP’s vision and purpose, and be replicable and provide inspiration for others to volunteer. Couples or partners who perform service together are eligible; however, teams are not eligible. Nominees do not have to be AARP members.

The award recipient will be able to designate a nonprofit organization to which $500 will be donated in the award recipient’s name. The nomination deadline is July 15. Submit nominations online at www.aarp.org/andrusaward, where you will also find more information and complete eligibility requirements. You can obtain a paper nomination by emailing aarpnd@ aarp.org or by calling 701-355-3648 or 866-554-5383. The AARP Andrus Award for Community Service is an annual awards program developed to honor individuals whose service is a unique and valuable contribution to society. Last year, AARP recognized 50 outstanding individuals and couples from around the country, including David Ellefson from Bismarck, N.D.

Community volunteer award nominees sought by AARP North Dakota

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Keep farmers markets, local food vendors, customers safe Farmers markets and direct-sale farmer and grower operations are vital to communities and small businesses across North Dakota. That’s especially the case because the COVID-19 pandemic is causing meat shortages and higher prices at some grocery stores, according to North Dakota State University Extension community health and nutrition specialist Jan Stankiewicz. Local foods also are a great opportunity for economic activity, where food dollars directly impact the local economy. “However, farmers markets and local food vendors need to take necessary precautions and safety measures to ensure the health of farmers, vendors, customers and the public,” she says. Here are some ways farmers markets and direct-sale operations can keep their customers and themselves safe: • Provide sufficient handwashing stations and/or sanitizer for the public and vendors. • Sanitize between customers and frequently. • Mark customer waiting lines to indicate physical distances between customers and between vendors and customers. • Increase the distance between vendors and/or limit the crowd size at markets. Have market staff/ volunteers count customers. When crowds are larger than 50 people, start a one-in, one-out system. • Consider prioritizing food/ farm vendors for the 2020 season. • Do not allow sampling or selfservice of ready-to-eat food. • Reduce contact time and the time spent at vendor booths by offering pre-bagged items or roping off booths so that customers are

not spending unnecessary time at booths. • Do not place tables and chairs at markets because these encourage people to gather without adequate distancing. • Discontinue/limit events and activities that draw people together. • Post signage to direct market operations and traffic flow, including designated entrances and exits. • Post signage and notices reminding vendors and customers to stay at home if they feel ill. • Package and offer ready-to-eat food for take-home only. • Follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance for face masks (https://tinyurl.com/ ClothFaceCoverings-CDC) for the public and those handling foods for sale. • Consider delivery/pickup/preorders/drive-through operations for eligible vendors. • Sanitize hands between transactions and/or handle money separately. Here are recommendations for farmers market customers: • Do not visit the market if feeling ill or experiencing any symptoms of an infectious disease. • Consider sending only one family member to the market. • Do not touch your face when in public. • Cover your face/cough/sneeze. • Wash or sanitize your hands thoroughly before and after attending the market. • Wear a protective mask when in public. According to federal policy, if a farmers market is an authorized Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) retailer, it must continue to accept SNAP benefits.

CORONAVIRUS/COVID-19 DISINFECTION AND DECONTAMINATION SERVICES HIGH-TOUCH SURFACES CAN BE DISINFECTED • Retail Store Fronts • Playgrounds • Dumpsters & Trash Cans • Gas Pumps We use EPA-registered, hospital-grade • High Traffic Areas disinfectants. These are effective against a host of • Bars & Restaurants dangerous pathogens, including the coronavirus, • Day Care Center and can be applied to almost any surface. We’re proud to be your partner to help keep your • School Facilities workplaces clean and productive, and your • Public Parks & Monuments customers and employees safer during this • Many More unprecedented time. Call Craig Swenson for appointment 303-877-1868 Langdon, ND

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Jake’s take on sports

ment. Summer baseball start time to be determined this week The latest million dollar question for local sports is if and when summer baseball and softball programs will be played in the area this summer. We would have to say at this point things are looking very positive that some sort of leagues will be happening, just still unclear as to the starting dates. The Langdon Baseball Park Board Committee is meeting early in the coming week to finalize things, as well as come up with some guidelines for players, coaches and fans in accordance with COV-19. We do know that this new independent baseball league for high school aged kids, taking the place this year of American Legion Baseball, is scheduled to have their first game at Larimore at June 8, but that is by far a certainty at this point. We do know that a baseball tournament was held in Bismarck the weekend of May 16, so anything is possible. Langdon is also scheduled to have their first indepenent home game versus Hatton on June 10. Let's hope this all comes together because talking area kids and parents, they absolutely want to get

out and play. Summer Strength training to begin at Langdon High School Langdon-Edmore-Munich sports coaches wanted us to get the word out this week that they need to know who is going to take part in their summer strength and conditioning program this summer at Langdon High School. They will follow the most recent state guidelines and will make out a daily schedule that will put kids in groups. Because of some restrictions in numbers of people in the weight room they are asking that they should let their coach know as soon as possible. Weight room and strength training sessions will run Mondays through Wednesdays from 7:15 to 11:45 a.m., and also on Thursdays beginning June 1. Girls athletes are asked to call or text Rich Olson at 701-370-8205, and the boys to call or text Josh Krivarchka at 701-238-9974. Getting stronger is one of the reasons that you are see Cardinals state titles, and hopefully kids will continue to try to work and be a better athlete. Congrats to all area graduates, and "See Ya!" next week!

Gov. Doug Burgum and State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler announced that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz, actor Josh Duhamel and Nashville recording artists Tigirlily will participate in a May 30 statewide celebration of North Dakota’s high school Class of 2020. Wentz, a native of Bismarck and graduate of North Dakota State University, will give the commencement address during the hour-long ceremony, which will begin at 2 p.m. Central time on Saturday, May 30. Duhamel, a native of Minot and graduate of Minot State University, and Tigirlily will deliver congratulatory messages, and Tigirlily will give a musical performance to close the event. Hazen natives and sisters Kendra and Krista Slaubaugh are the performing duo Tigirlily. Five North Dakota students will participate in the ceremony. Kourt-

ney Bitz, a senior at Napoleon High School, will provide the student address on behalf of the Class of 2020. Bitz is a member of Baesler’s Superintendent’s Student Cabinet, which is a group of elementary, middle, and high school students who provide advice to the superintendent about how to improve North Dakota education. A collage of class and school photographs from North Dakota’s high schools will be shown during the program. Almost all of the state’s 181 high schools have contributed images for the collage. The ceremony will be broadcast statewide on North Dakota’s ABC television affiliates and streamed on the websites of Forum Communications Co.’s North Dakota newspaper properties: The Forum, The Jamestown Sun, The Dickinson Press, and the Grand Forks Herald. “We want to thank Carson Wentz, Josh Duhamel, and Tigirlily

for agreeing to be part of this celebration, and we would also like to thank our media partners for carrying this statewide,” Gov. Burgum and Superintendent Baesler said in a joint statement. “The COVID-19 pandemic has upended many events that are dear to our seniors, including graduation ceremonies, prom, and athletic events. They have not been able to be with their classmates during their last days of high school,” Burgum and Baesler said. “We hope that this celebration will provide some memories for our seniors, their families, their friends, and their loved ones.” Baesler said the celebration is not intended as a replacement for local high school graduations that are being held across the state. “This is another opportunity to celebrate our graduates,” the superintendent said.

Unprecedented claim volumes are driving a dramatic increase in fraudulent unemployment claims across the country – North Dakota included. Job Service North Dakota uses multiple types of fraud identification and prevention tools, but the most effective fraud prevention tool available is North Dakota’s employers.

What to look for When an unemployment insurance claim is filed, a Notice of Claim is sent to each of the employers the claimant worked for in the last 18 months. It is critical that employers review these notices and let Job Service know if the individual is still working or if the claim is unexpected or suspicious. Preventing payment on fraudulent claims benefits all employers by limiting the

• Youth deer season license holders ages 14 (by Dec. 31), and 15 may take and possess one deer of any species, sex or age except that in units 3B1, 3B2, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E and 4F a special license is required to hunt antlered mule deer.

severe impact this pandemic period will have on the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund balance. Job Service has identified multiple instances of fraudulent claims being filed in North Dakota using the personal information of individuals who remain employed and who have not actually filed a claim for benefits. In several of these situations, the employer of the individuals whose data was used to file the claim notified Job Service after receiving a Notice of Claim for the individual. By notifying Job Service of the fraud, these employers were able to prevent thousands of dollars in payments to criminals who falsely filed claims. The criminals committing the fraud gather personal information from multiple sources, from buying social security numbers on the dark web to gathering demographic and employment data from various public web sites and social media. These sophisticated schemes are often hard to detect and ultimately can result in very large losses. Although fraudulent attempts to receive unemployment insurance benefits happen regularly, periods of disaster which result in a large volume of unemployment insurance claims provide an opportunity for criminals and organized crime to ramp up their efforts. Job Service North Dakota is asking every employer to pay close attention to any Notice of Claim and other materials sent to them by Job Service and to report potential fraud. To report fraud call 701-328-2866, document your concern on the Notice of Claim you receive and return it to Job Service, or at jobsnd.com, under Unemployment for Business choose “Report Unemployment Fraud.”

• Used primary tags shall remain with the antlers or head until March 31, 2021. Used carcass tags shall remain with the meat until March 31, 2021 or until meat is consumed.

KIDS OF ALL AGES!

By Jake Kulland

All-Star games cancelled for Summer 2020 As we go this week, we have more sad news to report dealing with the COV-19 virus. Due to said virus, the Optimists All-Star Volleyball Series, the Lions All-Star Basketball Games, and the Shrine AllStar Football games all have been cancelled for June and July. Due to the restrictions and guidelines dealing with the virus, the organizers of all three events determined that it would be nearly impossible to practice social distancing while still trying to play the games. So for Langdon-Edmore-Munich Cardinals athletes and seniors Calyn Crockett, Jackson Delvo, Jesse Fetsch, Sean Gette, Callie Ronningen and Kaitlynn Scherr, their opportunity to play in some rare events are no more. But we still congratulate them on the accomplishments and talent they had to just be named to roster for these events, and we hope that will be enough of an achieve-

Wentz, Duhamel, Tigirlily to headline ND class of 2020 celebration

Employers should be on the lookout for fraudulent Unemployment Insurance claims

Attention Hunters 2020-2021 Deer Hunting Proclamation Summary The North Dakota Game and Fish Department announces the following summary of regulations and changes for the 2020 Deer Hunting Seasons. The deadline for submitting applications is June 3, 2020.

SEASON DEER BOW

OPENS September 4 (12:00 noon)

CLOSES January 3

AREAS Statewide

*Exception - See information on Special Herd Reduction Deer Seasons.

DEER GUN

16 1/2 Day Season November 6 (12:00 noon)

November 22

All units

RESTRICTIONS Residents - Any deer is legal. No unit restrictions. Nonresidents - Restricted to species of deer described on license. No unit restrictions. Orange clothing required of all bow hunters during regular gun season. Restricted to type of deer and unit described on license. Type of deer includes species and whether antlerless or antlered (at least one visible antler). Note exception for white-tailed deer hunters in units 4B, 4C, 4D and 4E. Orange clothing required.

MUZZLELOADER

YOUTH DEER

November 27 (12:00 noon)

September 18 (12:00 noon)

December 13

September 27

Statewide

Restricted to white-tailed deer only and type of deer described on license. No unit restrictions. Orange clothing required.

Statewide

11 (by Dec. 31),12, & 13 year olds - Antlerless white-tailed deer only. 14 (by Dec. 31) & 15 year olds - Any deer is legal. In units 3B1, 3B2, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E and 4F a special license is required to hunt antlered mule deer. No unit restrictions except those possessing the special antlered mule deer license must hunt in their unit the entire season. Orange clothing required.

HOURS OF HUNTING are one-half (1/2) hour before sunrise to one-half (1/2) hour after sunset except when season opens as noted above. Hunters must cease any hunting activity, leave any stand or blind, and must be in the process of leaving the field at the close of shooting hours (one-half (1/2) hour after sunset). All season openers are Central Time.

Summary of Changes from Last Year • The 2020 North Dakota deer hunting season is set with 69,050 licenses available, 3,550 more than last year.

• Applicants for regular deer gun, youth and muzzleloader licenses can apply online through the Department’s website, or by calling 1-800-406-6409.

• In total, any-antlered licenses increased by 1,500 from last year, any-antlerless by 1,600, antlered whitetail by 250, antlerless whitetail by 200, and antlered and antlerless mule deer licenses remained the same. Total muzzleloader licenses increased by 70 and restricted youth antlered mule deer licenses remained the same.

• Applicants for a gratis license must apply online - the toll-free licensing telephone number is not set up to receive gratis applications. • Paper applications are no longer available for any lottery or gratis licenses.

* Special Experimental Herd Reduction Deer Seasons A.) Additional special deer bow seasons will again be held in portions of the City of Bismarck and private land in Burleigh County located south and east of the City of Bismarck. Hunters who desire to hunt within the city limits of Bismarck must receive trespass permits from the Bismarck Chief of Police. A maximum of 100 licenses (available from the Department’s Bismarck office) will be issued. The bag limit shall be one antlerless white-tailed deer for each special deer bow license. The seasons shall run from September 4, 2020 through January 31, 2021. B.) Additional special deer bow seasons will be held on private land in Burleigh County located north of the City of Bismarck. A maximum of 400 antlerless special deer bow season licenses (available from the Department’s Bismarck office) will be issued. The bag limit shall be one antlerless white-tailed deer for each special deer bow license. The seasons shall run from September 4, 2020 through January 31, 2021. C.) Additional antlerless deer bow seasons will be held on private land in Morton County located adjacent to the City of Mandan. A maximum of 50 antlerless special deer bow season licenses (available from the Department’s Bismarck office) will be issued. The bag limit shall be one antlerless white-tailed deer for each special deer bow license. The seasons shall run from September 4, 2020 through January 31, 2021. D.) Additional special deer bow seasons will again be held in portions of the City of Fargo and adjacent areas, including privately owned land. Hunters who desire to hunt within the city limits of Fargo must receive a Fargo City Deer Permit from the City of Fargo. A maximum of 90 antlerless special deer bow season licenses (available from the Department’s Bismarck office) will be issued. The seasons shall run from September 4, 2020 through January 31, 2021.

Specific details and areas open to hunting will be determined by the City of Fargo. Hunters must submit applications to the Department’s Bismarck office along with a copy of their Fargo Permit and $30.00 for each license. E.) A special deer bow season will again be held at the USDA-ARS Northern Great Plains Research Lab in Mandan. A maximum of 35 antlerless deer bow licenses will be available. Application for the lottery for these licenses will be available at www.ars.usda.gov/plains-area/ mandan-nd/ngprl. Licenses must be purchased at the Department’s Bismarck office. The season shall run from September 4, 2020 through January 31, 2021. F.) Three special deer bow seasons will be held on NDDOCR land south of Bismarck. A maximum of 25 access permits are available to bow hunters through the NDDOCR. A maximum of 75 antlerless white-tailed deer bow licenses will be issued from the Department’s Bismarck office. The seasons shall run from September 4, 2020 through January 31, 2021. G.) Additional special deer bow seasons will be held in portions of the City of Minot including privately owned land. Hunters who desire to hunt within the city limits of Minot must receive a Minot City Deer Permit from the City of Minot (701-857-4711). A maximum of 40 antlerless special deer bow season licenses (available from the Department’s Bismarck office) will be issued. The seasons shall run from September 4, 2020 through January 31, 2021. Specific details and areas open to hunting will be determined by the City of Minot. Hunters must submit applications to the Department’s Bismarck office along with a copy of their Minot Permit and $30.00 for each license.

Lottery results may be obtained by visiting our website at gf.nd.gov A complete 2020 deer hunting proclamation is available from the North Dakota Game & Fish Department, 100 North Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58501-5095, (701) 328-6300.

General Information

• Applicants for regular deer gun, youth and muzzleloader licenses can apply online through the Department’s website at gf.nd.gov, or by calling 1-800-406-6409. Applicants for a gratis license must apply online. • The deadline for submitting applications is June 3, 2020.

• Resident deer bow licenses are issued by the Department’s Bismarck office, through the Department’s website, authorized vendors, or by calling 1-800-406-6409. • Nonresident general deer bow licenses (for white-tailed deer) are issued by the Department’s Bismarck office, through the Department’s website, authorized vendors, or by calling 1-800-406-6409. • Nonresident any deer bow licenses (which include mule deer) are issued by lottery only from the Department’s Bismarck office. • Deer gun and muzzleloader licenses are issued by a weighted lottery procedure through the Department’s Bismarck office. • Resident gratis, nonresident landowner, and youth deer licenses are issued through the Department’s Bismarck office.

• Resident deer bow license holders may take and possess one deer of any type per season except as described for the special herd reduction deer seasons. • Nonresident deer bow license holders may take and possess one deer of the type described on their license.

• Deer gun license holders may take and possess one deer of the type described on their license. • Muzzleloader license holders may take and possess one white-tailed deer of the type described on their license.

• Residents ages 11 (by Dec. 31), 12, and 13 hunting during the youth deer season may take and possess one antlerless white-tailed deer.

• Resident gratis and nonresident landowner license holders may take and possess one deer of the type described on their license. Gratis license holders may not take a mule deer during muzzleloader season.

White-tailed deer license holders for units 4B and 4C must hunt in their assigned unit for the first 2-1/2 days (November 6-8). For the remainder of the deer gun season, they may hunt either or both units. White-tailed deer license holders for units 4D and 4E must hunt in their assigned unit for the first 2-1/2 days (November 6-8). For the remainder of the deer gun season, they may hunt either or both units. APPLYING BY COMPUTER OR BY PHONE QUICK – CONVENIENT – EASY

You can apply for your deer license — 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Visa, Discover, MasterCard and American Express accepted. Via the Internet visit our website at gf.nd.gov

Regular license fees apply with no service charge added.

By Phone Simply call toll free 1-800-406-6409 Besides license fee, a $4.00 service charge for each applicant will be added. Please have hunter education number ready, (if required).

Get spotted wearing your bike helmet this summer by a police officer, and you’ll receive a token for a FREE Small Cone at Dairy Queen, Langdon. Sponsored by Stein Auto Body & Dairy Queen, Langdon.

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Remove paint from anything and everything!

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24-Hour Toll Free Crisis Line 866.435.7490

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Rental Cars Available

Maple Manor Care Center â€œThe home with a heartâ€?

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63 bed skilled nursing facility more than 30 years of service

Custom Land Rolling 1217 12th Ave. Langdon, ND 58249

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1119 9th Ave. Langdon, ND 58249 telephone: 701-256-5300

24 hour a day nursing care

elderly housing units available

Home: 701-256-3170 Cell: 701-370-1536

American Legion Post 98 Langdon, ND Rent the American Legion Hall and/or Park Building for Weddings, Reunions, Business Meetings or any event. Reasonable rates. Kitchen & hall may be rented separately. For more information, please contact Leon Hiltner at 256-2188.

DR. BRIAN LARSON - DR. NIC BENEDA

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Brooks Funeral Home

Stop in or call to see how Farm Maps can make your crop insurance record-keeping a breeze.

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Funeral and Memorial Services Pre-need Planning â€˘ Monument & Markers

Preferred Auto Body & Glass Dr. Joseph Allred, D.D.S

~ Expert Body Repair, Paint Match Windshield Chip Repair & Replacements ~ Insurance Work Welcome ~ Guaranteed Customer Satisfaction

Scott Peterson, owner Shop 256-5577 â€˘ Cell 370-5577 Hwy 1 South, Langdon

See us today for all your oil needs! We also have quality fuel at the best prices. Transport loads available.

Hoffarth Oil

great employment opportunities 256-5113 or Cell 256-0277

PARK RIVER DENTAL

Full Family Services at reasonable prices

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www.cavaliercountyhospital.com Charles Emerson, MD Courtney Short, FNP-C Elizabeth Sillers, FNP-C Mark Hill, FNP-C Megan Overby, FNP-C

YOUR OUTBACK DEALER Call Aaron Balsdon 370-0730 or 256-2738

For appointments call 256-6120 â€˘ After hours 256-6100

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â€œWhere Youâ€™re Only A Stranger Once.â€?

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Hours: Mon.-Thurs. â€˘ 9 a.m.â€“4:30 p.m. Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings by appointment only 324 9th Avenue - Langdon, ND 701-256-2269 - 1-888-256-2269

Girodat Motorsports Small Engine Repair

CAVALIER COUNTY LIBRARY 600 â€“ 5th Ave., Langdon 701-256-5353

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Pizza, burgers, pies, cookies, beer, coffee, soda

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Mon.â€“Fri.: 7 a.m.â€“7 p.m. Sat.: 8 a.m.â€“2 p.m. Sun.: 8 a.m.â€“2 p.m.

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Owner Jeff Brodina Master Plumber Lic. #0601

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9245 Highway 1 Langdon, North Dakota 58249

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Page 10 – Monday, May 25, 2020

Anitha Chirumamilla Ag & Natural Resources Agent Cavalier County Extension

Facts about the Asian Giant Hornet

Canola flea beetles are emerging:

Striped and crucifer flea beetles feeding on canola seedling Photo: A Chirumamilla Flea beetles start emerging from their overwintering sites as soon as the temperatures hit 570F. As of last week, traps have been collecting striped flea beetles which usually emerge earlier than the black/ crucifer flea beetles. The trap data showed black flea beetles emerging this week. It’s a known fact that our County is the hot bed for these beetles and they are a constant pain year after year. I am not very happy with the way the cropping season ended last year and the way it began (did it yet??) this year. We are still waiting for the fields to dry and the weather and soil to warm up to go into the fields. But, the silver lining to all these not so favorable events that are happening this year is that we might have a chance to avoid the peak emergence of flea beetles coinciding with our canola emergence. This is because everyone will be planting late this year. Over the years, I have noticed that early planted canola fields are the most severely hit as they coincide well with high emerging numbers of beetles. Late seeding of Canola was always a management suggestion to escape the flea beetle activity.

If you’ve read the news recently, and we’re sure you have, you’ve likely seen stories about an exotic and potentially invasive insect called the Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) or, as has been popularly reported in the media, ‘murder hornet’. If you’ve read the news recently, and we’re sure you have , you’ve likely seenstories about an exotic and potentially invasive insect called the Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) or, as has been popularly reported in the media, ‘murder hornet’. It’s big, it packs a powerful sting, and it preys on honey bees (though not exclusively), but perhaps it’s the ‘murder’ moniker that’s gotten the public’s attention. Furthermore, any invasive insect is cause for concern, simply because of the economic and environmental loss that can occur, such as ash tree loss from the emerald ash borer and crop, tree and lawn damage from the Japanese beetle. For beekeepers in North America, the Asian giant hornet could prove costly indeed if it becomes established. Here, we’ll get to the facts about the Asian giant hornet. Asian giant hornet (Figure 1) is native to tropical and temperate areas of southern and eastern Asia. Asian giant hornet was detected near Vancouver, British Columbia, in August of 2019. The nest was found and eradicated in

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September. In August and again in October, a beekeeper near Bellingham, WA, saw hornets near house (August) and attacking a hive (October), but the hornet species was not confirmed. In December of 2019, a homeowner near Blaine, WA collected a dead hornet that was later confirmed as Asian giant hornet. These detections prompted a prudent response from the Washington State Department of Agriculture and Washington State University Extension. A concerted effort with Washington beekeepers, who would be the most likely group to encounter the hornets, has not result in any new detections. At present, there are no known established populations of Asian giant hornet in North America. How the hornets were introduced to British Columbia and Washington remains unknown, but according to USDAAPHIS it is possible they arrived as illegal imports for food or medicinal uses. Early detection and response is critical. Public education and monitoring efforts for Asian giant hornet continues. The fact that no further detections occurred this April, when overwintered females begin to emerge, is good news but is not conclusive, as queens are difficult to detect because there are so few of them. Workers are more numerous, and are active in the summer and fall months. Only queens can disperse to form new nests. Asian giant hornets are predators of other insects, especially bees in the genus Apis, to which our common western or ‘European’ honey bee (Apis mellifera) belongs. Asian giant hornets send out scouts from the nest to find bee hives, and once they do the scouts place pheromone markers for other hornets to follow. Asian giant hornets utilize bee pupae and larvae as food, but kill the adult bees and then guard their new food source aggressively. These hornets are heavily sclerotized, and bees can’t sting through

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the hornet’s integument. It takes only a few hornets a few hours to kill all of the adults and take over a bee colony. The Japanese honey bee (Apis cerana) has evolved an interesting defense mechanism. Japanese honey bees can detect the hornet’s pheromone and follow it back to the hornet nest where perhaps one hundred bees ambush a hornet scout, form themselves into a tight ball around the hornet, and vibrate their wings vigorously to raise the temperature around the hornet to over 115F, which ultimately kills the hornet. Unfortunately, the European honey bee has no natural defense against the Asian giant hornet. That’s why it’s such a concern for beekeepers, who are already dealing with substantial colony losses due to varroa mites and other stresses.

Asian giant hornet is the world’s largest hornet, with females attaining lengths of nearly 2½ inches. Because of their large size, Asian giant hornets can deliver more venom than smaller hornets, and like other hornets, can sting repeatedly. However, even in its native range human deaths due to Asian giant hornet stings are quite rare, and most are due to allergic reaction, although multiple stings (more than 30) from multiple hornets could potentially deliver a lethal dose of venom. Asian giant hornet is not usually aggressive, and encounters occur when the hornets are defending their nests or their food sources.

don, ND 58249, at 10:00AM, June 16th, 2020, at which time they will be opened and read publicly. The City of Langdon reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids. The full project description, bid specifications and proposal forms may be obtained from North Central Planning Council, 417 5th Street NE, PO Box 651, Devils Lake, North Dakota 58301. Telephone: 701-6628131 or email ashleyncpc@gondtc. com . North Central Planning Council My25,J1,8 _______________________________

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If you have a parcel you want to address at County Equalization, you are encouraged to make arrangements with the Tax Director’s office (256-2289) prior to June 2nd so you can be phone conferenced into the meeting. You may also contact the Auditor’s office (256-2229) during the meeting on June 2nd to be connected via phone conference.

Each taxpayer has the right to appear before the appropriate board of equalization and petition for correction of the taxpayer’s assessment.

LANGDON AREA SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION NOTICE The Langdon Area School District #23 will hold their annual school election on Tuesday, June 9, 2020.

This election will be conducted by MAIL BALLOT ONLY.

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County offices are still on lockdown due to COVID-19. The meeting will be available on Facebook live: https://www.facebook.com/Cavalier-County-ND

Applications have been mailed from the office of the Secretary of State. When completing this application, please make sure School Election is selected. Persons not receiving an application may obtain one from the Business Manager at the Langdon Area High School.

School District residents will vote to fill one (1) rural-at-large seat with a three (3) year term and one (1) city seat with at three (3) year term. Absentee ballots will need to be in the Business Office no later than 5:00 p.m on Monday, June 8, 2020 or postmarked no later than Monday, June 8, 2020.

Cavalier County Republican Here in the United States, about 60 deaths occur each year due to bee, wasp and hornet stings according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Asian giant hornet is highly unlikely to occur here in North Dakota. The largest wasp or hornet in North Dakota is the eastern cicada killer (Figure 2), which can reach nearly 2 inches in length. Female cicada killers provision their nests with cicadas, and are not aggressive. The bottom line is that there is no immediate concern about Asian giant hornet occurring in North Dakota, and there is no threat to the public. We ask beekeepers, especially those returning to North Dakota from the Pacific Northwest, to remain vigilant and report any potential sightings and send any suspect specimens to the NDSU Plant Diagnostic Lab for species determination. For more fact-based information, including resources we used for this article, please consult the following: Sizing up the Asian giant hornet - Washington State Department of Agriculture YouTube Video on Asian Giant Hornet – Washington State Department of Agriculture Asian Giant Hornet – Washington State University Extension website Asian Giant Hornet - Washington State University Extension Fact sheet New Pest Response Guidelines: Vespa mandarinia – Asian Giant Hornet – USDA National Invasive Species Information Center (Source: Patrick Beauzay, Research Specialist and State IPM Coordinator & Janet J. Knodel, Extension Entomologist)

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ABBREVIATED NOTICE OF INTENT TO AMEND ADMINISTRATIVE RULES relating to Real Estate Appraisers

ND Real Estate Appraiser Qualifications and Ethics Board

will hold a public hearing to address proposed changes to the N.D. Admin. Code at the

Roosevelt Park Room Ground Floor State Capitol 600 E. Boulevard Ave. Bismarck, ND Fri., June 19, 2020 8:00 a.m. CT

A copy of the proposed rules may be obtained by writing the ND Real Estate Appraiser Board at PO Box 1336, Bismarck ND 58502-1336 or by calling (701) 222-1051. Written comments may be submitted to this address until June 29, 2020. If you plan to attend the public hearing and will need special facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact Jodie Campbell at the above telephone number or address at least 2 days prior to the public hearing. Dated this 15th day of May, 2020. Jodie R. Campbell Executive Secretary North Dakota Real Estate Appraiser Qualifications and Ethics Board

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Langdon Area School Board Minutes LANGDON AREA SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES April 20, 2020 Present: Cindy Stremick, Dawn Kruk, Chris Olson, Steve Olson, Dave Hart, Tyler Feist, Tiffany Hetletved, Daren Christianson (Supt.), Stephanie Hochhalter (MS/HS Principal), Todd Hetler (Elem. Principal), and Shauna Schneider (Bus. Mgr.). Cindy Stremick called the April 20, 2020 Board meeting to order at 7:06 p.m. Visitors: Ethen Askvig, Jayla Askvig, and Adam Johnston The Board reviewed the March 16th, 18th, and 23rd, 2020 minutes. Dawn Kruk made a motion to approve the March 16th, 18th, and 23rd, 2020 minutes with no corrections. Tyler Feist seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The Board reviewed the financials and bills presented. Tiffany Hetletved made a motion to approve the financials and bills as presented. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Business Manager report was reviewed by the Board. Hetler, Todd, XC Gas Reimbursement______________________ 54.13 ACT, WorkKeys Scoring_____ 24.00 Advanced Business Methods, April 2020 Printer/Copier Leases_______ ________________________3,090.02 American Family Life, April 2020 AFLAC Bill______________ 3,047.30 AmeriPride Linen Services, April 2020 Mops/Rags/Rugs_____ 158.26 Bakke, Brooke, 2019-2020 School Board Scholarship_________ 600.00 Bata, Raquel, 2019-2020 School Board Scholarship_________ 600.00 C & M Home Marketing, Desktop Computer #17 Repair______ 105.00 Catholic Charities North Dakota, April 2020 Counseling Services____ _________________________ 137.50 Cavalier Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc., Flourescent Bulbs______ 490.02 Christianson, Daren, Eagles/Legion/Golf Memberships & Mileage_ _________________________ 630.75 City of Langdon, April 2020 City Water/Sewer/Garbage_____ 609.10 Country Media, Inc., April 2020 Newspaper Publishing_____ 462.39 Grand Forks Public School District #1, H.B. Placed Student Tuition____ _________________________ 444.32 Hartley's School Buses, April 2020 COVID Transportation Expense___

_______________________22,600.00 Jackson Recognition, Honor Tassels for Graduation____________ 129.35 Kram, Amy, 2019-2020 FACS In Town Travel________________ 98.31 Langdon Hardware and Rental, April 2020 Painting Supplies______ _________________________ 775.34 Leevers Foods, Paper Plates___ 4.79 Marcotte's Builders Supply, Ceiling Tiles for LAHS____________ 118.00 Mikkelsen Brothers, Inc., Snow Removal 2019-2020__________ 2,235.00 Montana-Dakota Utilities, April 2020 Natural Gas Bills_____1,353.93 Network Services Company, May 2020 Custodial Supplies___ 1,069.09 North Dakota Small Organized Schools, NDSOS Membership Dues_ _________________________ 450.00 Northern Red River Interactive Television, Spanish I & II Fees_____ _________________________ 900.00 Olson, Tonia, CTE Reimbursements for 2019-2020_____________ 2,208.18 Ottertail Power Company, April 2020 Electric Bills_________9,255.86 Premium Waters, Inc., April 2020 Water/Water Jugs___________ 67.49 Quality Specialty Products and Printing, Election Envelopes______ _________________________ 164.00 Ramberg, Elise, 2019-2020 School Board Scholarship_________ 600.00 Ramkota Hotel & Conferences Center, Math Counts Parent Hotel Room_____________________ 95.00 Ritterman, Sandy, Mileage for Student_______________________ 64.40 Schroeder Furniture LLC, Vinyl Cove Base and Adhesive____ 126.36 Sign-It, Lettering on Election Drop Box_______________________ 50.00 Teaching Strategies, LLC, Digital Resources________________ 1,282.75 United Communications, April 2020 Phone Bills___________ 679.13 Derak Mostoller Electric LLC, LAES Emergency/Exit Lights & Other Fixtu____________________2,612.25 Jenson A/C & Heating, Kitchen Freezer Compressor Replacement__ ________________________3,142.94 Visitors were welcomed. Preview of Agenda: Cindy Stremick added bank signature addition and removal under New Business Other. Communications: None. Administrators’ Reports: Daren Christianson reviewed his report with the Board. Topics of discussion included maintenance projects, spraying bid received, and

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will receive bids for the construction of the following project(s): Job No.: 13 Project No(s).: H-3-005(013)278 Length: 10.233 Type: CHIP SEAL County(s): CAVALIER Co Location: ND 5 FROM JCT ND 1 AT LANGDON, EAST TO JCT CMC 1039 Bids will be received via the Bid Express on-line bidding exchange at www.bidx.com until 09:30AM, June 12, 2020. Bids will be opened at that time at the NDDOT building on the capitol grounds in Bismarck and the bid results will be distributed and posted online at https://www.dot. nd.gov/business/bidinfo.htm approximately 30 minutes after bids are opened. The proposal forms, plans, and specifications are available on the NDDOT website at http://www.

at the Construction Services Division, 608 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, North Dakota. All bidders not currently prequalified with NDDOT must submit an online Contractor’s Prequalification request to the Department at least ten (10) business days prior to the bid opening. The online application can be found on the NDDOT website at https://www.dot.nd.gov/ business/contractors.htm NDDOT reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, waive technicalities, or to accept such as may be determined in the best interests of the state. For disability/language assistance, call 701-328-2978. Requested by: William T. Panos, Director North Dakota Department of Transportation My25 _______________________________

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DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF CAVALIER, NORTHEAST JUDICIAL DISTRICT SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Case No. 10-2020-CV-00030 AgCountry Farm Credit Services, FLCA, as successor in interest through merger to Farm Credit Services of Grand Forks, FLCA, Plaintiff, v. AgCountry Farm Credit Services, as Special Administrator of the Estate of Terry L. Lundquist, deceased, the United States of America by and through the Department of Agriculture, Farm Service Agency, formerly known as the Farmers Home Administration, MinnesotaSelect Sires Co-Op, Inc., Collection Center Inc., and all other persons unknown claiming any estate or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon, the property described in the Complaint, Defendants. THE STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: [¶1] YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, which is on file with the Clerk of the District Court, and to serve a copy of your answer upon the subscriber within 21 days after the service of this summons upon you, exclusive of the day of service,

and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. [¶2] This action relates to the foreclosure of a mortgage upon the following described real estate located in the County of Cavalier, State of North Dakota, to-wit: The South Half (S1/2) of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4), Section 19, Township 160 North, Range 61 West. The Plaintiff is not seeking a personal money judgment against any of the above-named Defendants. [¶3] Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2410, the United States of America by and through the Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency, formerly known as the Farmers Home Administration may appear and answer, plead or demur within 60 days after such service or such further time as the Court may allow. Dated this 6th day of May, 2020. VOGEL LAW FIRM /s/ Jon R. Brakke BY: Jon R. Brakke (#03554) 218 NP Avenue PO Box 1389 Fargo, ND 58107-1389 Telephone: 701.237.6983 Facsimile: 701.356.6395 Email: jbrakke@vogellaw.com ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF My18,25,J1 _______________________________

a bid need for painting the football field this season. He added that the freezer compressor at the high school stopped working today and is being replaced. Todd Hetler’s report was reviewed by the Board. Topics of discussion included online/distance learning transition, community relations cleanup day, Special Ed and MTSS services, next year’s class schedule and staffing requests, and 2020-2021 requisition requests. Stephanie Hochhalter’s report was reviewed by the Board. Topics of discussion included Teams, and College and Career Ready. Committee Reports: Dawn Kruk reviewed the recent Curriculum Committee meeting with the Board and discussed changes that will be happening in the Elementary for the 2020-2021 school year. There was discussion on middle school/high school class scheduling for the 20202021 school year. Summer school physical education and driver’s education options were reviewed with the Board. Todd Hetler reviewed in more detail the elementary classroom assignment changes for the 2020-2021 school year. There was discussion on paraprofessionals at the elementary and needs. Cindy Stremick reviewed the recent Activity Committee meeting with the Board and stated that Ethen Askvig will remain the Athletic Director for the district with Mr. Christianson helping with some of the responsibilities this next year. Ethen Askvig stated that he is working with coaches and filling open positions for next year. He also stated that the NDHSAA has continued to suspend all spring sports with the consensus that if schools are closed to students, there will not be activities. Old Business: Daren Christianson stated we are in a holding pattern until the end of the month with the Governor’s order. The CARES Act application will be available this week. Daren Christianson reviewed the transportation shortage of miles for this year that will affect the district’s transportation payment for the 2020-2021 school year. He stated the CARES Act money can be used to cover that shortage as it is still an unknown what the state legislation will do with the transportation shortfall for all districts across the state. Daren Christianson stated that prom and graduation are an unknown right now. It will all depend on the parameters that are given to the school districts by the governor as the school year finishes. Records for destruction were reviewed by the Board. Dawn Kruk made a motion to destroy records as presented. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. New Business: Policies were reviewed by the Board members. Dawn Kruk made a motion to rescind the Langdon Area School District #23 policies: Superintendent’s Consulting Activities, Health Restoration Leave, Chemical Dependency Leave, Childcare

ABBREVIATED NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT, AMEND AND REPEAL ADMINISTRATIVE RULES

relating to license requirements; accounting statements; performance reports; license limitations; assistants covered by license; wholesale bait pond; open when in use; fishing tournaments; use of proceeds; equipment regarding aquatic nuisance species; animals prohibited in wildlife management areas; training dogs in wildlife management areas; hunt or fish records; fishing, hunting and fur-bearer certificates; license design; combined licenses; moose, elk and bighorn sheep licenses; issuance of stamps; computer generated licenses; duplicate licenses; wildlife replacement values; adjustments to base values for deer; boat safety equipment; placement of regulatory signs, markers, buoys, and other warning or marking devices.

ND Game & Fish Department

will hold a public hearing to address proposed changes to the N.D. Admin. Code.

ND Game & Fish Dept. 100 N. Bismarck Expy. Bismarck, ND Thurs., June 18, 2020 1:15 p.m.

The proposed rules are available on the Department's website at https:// gf.nd.gov/ or a copy may be obtained by calling the Department at 701-3286305. Also, written comments may be submitted to the above address through June 28, 2020. If you plan to attend the public hearing and will need special facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact the Department at the above phone number or address at least seven days prior to the public hearing. Dated this 13th day of May, 2020. Terry Steinwand, Director

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Leave, Long-Term Professional Leave, Teacher Supervision, Personnel Records Review Procedure, Management of Student Activities Funds, Fixed Assets Management, and Fund Balance Policy in Accordance with GASB Statement #54. Steve Olson seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Tiffany Hetletved made a motion to waive the second reading and to approve and adopt the Langdon Area School District #23 policies: CBB - Superintendent’s Consulting Activities, DDAB - Health Restoration Leave, DDAC - Chemical Dependency Leave, DDAD - Childcare Leave, DDDB - Long-Term Professional Leave, DFAB - Teacher Supervision, DI-BR - Personnel Records Review Procedure, HEAC Management of Student Activities Funds, HEAD - Fixed Assets Management, HEAF - Fund Balance Policy in Accordance with GASB Statement #54. Tyler Feist seconded the motion. Roll call vote unanimously carried. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended giving the ancillary staff a 1.25% raise for the 2020-2021 school year with the exception of Lori Dettler receiving an additional $1.00 per hour to reflect her job title as Elementary Office Manager change and an additional .75% raise for the Business Manager. Chris Olson made a motion to approve giving the ancillary staff a 1.25% raise except for Lori Dettler receiving an additional $1.00 per hour with her job title change as Elementary Office Manager and a 2% raise for the Business Manager. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. There was discussion on reviewing the ancillary positions and salary. A committee will be formed of ancillary staff and Board members to review the ancillary staff and salaries for next year’s recommendation. Motion was unanimously carried. New teacher contracts were reviewed with the Board. Dave Hart made a motion to approve Ethen Askvig as the new High School Principal, Nyk Hope as the new Social Studies Teacher, Kiara Bassingwaithe as the new Middle School/Upper Elementary Teacher. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Administration contracts were reviewed with the Board. The recommendation was to give the Superintendent and Elementary Principal a one-year contract with a 1.25% raise and give the Title I salary a $100 increase and change the Superintendents leave verbiage. Dawn Kruk made a motion to give the Superintendent and Elementary Principal a one-year contract with a 1.25% salary increase, increase the Title I salary $100, and approve the Superintendent leave verbiage change. Chris Olson seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Daren Christianson reviewed the NESC annual agreement. Chris Olson made a motion to approve the NESC agreement. Tiffany Hetletved seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Cindy Stremick reviewed the need to have the Board vote to have a mail in ballot only election as per state recommendation. Dawn Kruk made a motion to approve to have the June 9, 2020 election a mail in ballot only election. Steve Olson seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The Building Fund levy was discussed. Dawn Kruk made a motion to not have the Building Fund levy vote at the June 9, 2020 election. Chris Olson seconded the motion. Motion was carried. Daren Christianson reviewed the transportation contract agreement that has been made with Hartley for the 10 weeks of no school. The new daily agreed upon daily rate with Hartley is $1,130. Dave Hart made a motion to amend the transportation contract for the 10 weeks of nonuse for the 2020 school year to $1,130 per day. Tyler

Feist seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Banking changes that need to be made were reviewed. Tiffany Hetletved made a motion to remove Kari Phillips and add Stephanie Fetsch to the Horizon, Farmers and Merchants, and Choice Financial bank accounts. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Cindy Stremick read Kelly Hochhalter’s resignation letter to the Board. Chris Olson made a motion to approve Kelly Hochhalter’s resignation. Dawn Kruk seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. The School Board scholarship was discussed. Board members will email the Business Manager their top five choices by Friday and she will total the points and inform the Board of the top three. The next Board meeting will be Monday, May 18, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the School Board Meeting Room. Dawn Kruk made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Tyler Feist seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Meeting Adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Board President Business Manager DISCLAIMER: These are unofficial minutes as they have yet to be approved by the Board. _______________________________ LANGDON AREA SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES May 7, 2020 Present: Cindy Stremick, Dawn Kruk, Chris Olson, Steve Olson, Dave Hart, Tiffany Hetletved, Daren Christianson (Supt.), Stephanie Hochhalter (MS/HS Principal), and Shauna Schneider (Bus. Mgr.). Absent: Tyler Feist Visitors: Ethen Askvig, Jenny Romfo, Shanda Christianson, and Dave Haslekaas Cindy Stremick called the May 7, 2020 Board Special meeting to order at 2:12 p.m. Daren Christianson reviewed graduation plans and options with the Board. He would like to get an article in the paper today with graduation plans. The recommendation is to have only parents and siblings attend graduation. There will be a specific time schedule for when families and graduates need to arrive. Bathrooms will not be available. The County will sanitize the arena before and after graduation. Liability insurance has been purchased for graduation to be held at Dakota Spirit Arena. Masks may be required to attend graduation. Graduates will exit the building with their family after graduation. Daren Christianson is requesting the Sheriff’s Department be present. Honorary ushers will not be attending. Advisors of the class can attend and only necessary staff. Everything will be prerecorded except when the students receive their diplomas. No Board members will attend. Graduates and families are being updated through 2020 Teams. Tiffany Hetletved made a motion to approve the graduation plans as presented with the understanding that plans may need to change depending on what is happening in our community at that time. Dave Hart seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Meals for families will continue through June 30, 2020. Prom is suspended indefinitely. The next Board meeting is Monday, May 18, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. Dawn Kruk made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Dave Hart seconded the motion. Motion was unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned at 2:33 p.m. Board President Business Manager DISCLAIMER: These are unofficial minutes as they have yet to be approved by the Board. My25 _______________________________

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF CAVALIER COUNTY STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA In the Matter of the Estate of David Willard Crockett a/k/a David W. Crockett, a/k/a David Crockett, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within three (3) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred, except that the claim of any creditor to whom said personal representative mails a copy of this notice shall not be barred until three (3) months after the date of such mailing. Claims must either be presented to the personal represen-

Crockett of 702 Summerset Drive, Oxford, MS 38655; or filed with the court of this County. Dated this 6th day of May, 2020. Jonathan L. Crockett Personal Representative 702 Summerset Drive Oxford, MS 38655 ROBERT C. FLEMING (ND ID #05598) Fleming, DuBois & Fleming , PLLP Attorneys at Law PO Box 633 Cavalier, North Dakota 58220-0633 (701) 265-8446 fdflaw@polarcomm.com Attorney for the Personal Representative First publication on the 11th day of May, 2020. My11,18,25 _______________________________

Notice to Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS tative of the estate at: Jonathan L.

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Cavalier County Commission Proceedings May 5, 2020 On May 5, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. the Board of Commissioners of Cavalier County, North Dakota, met at the Cavalier County Courthouse in regular session. David Zeis attended via phone conference. The courthouse was operating in lockdown at the time of this meeting in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. To comply with North Dakota open meetings laws, the meeting was live streamed on Facebook. 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. Stanley Dick made a motion to approve the agenda, seconded by David Zeis; motion carried. Austin Lafrenz made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Greg Goodman; motion carried. Terry Johnston, Road Supervisor, met with the commissioners and reviewed the project updates from KLJ. There was discussion on the locations marked for possible stabilization on County 55 and whether or not to do additional boring with NTI. There was also discussion on

whether or not to have KLJ continue with the survey work. It was decided to wait for now until we get a better financial forecast from the state. Greg Goodman asked Johnston if it would be possible to get the leased tractors from Langdon Implement earlier in the spring to assist with working the reclaimed roads. Johnston stated he would check for next year. Stanley Dick made a motion to approve a culvert request from Hay Township for two culverts that had rusted out, seconded by David Zeis, motion carried. Stanley Dick made a motion to approve a culvert request from Waterloo Township for a rusted-out culvert, seconded by Austin Lafrenz, motion carried. Stanley Dick stated that Henderson Township determined that the culvert request that had been approved prior was not needed, as they were able to repair it. Bids were opened for the County 6 gravel project. After opening three bids, the commissioners had a phone conference with Chris Mikkelsen regarding the bid he submitted. There was concern about the amount of gravel that would be available in the McLean pit, as well as what the completion date would potentially be. Greg Goodman made a motion to reject all bids and rebid the project, seconded by Stanley Dick. A roll call vote was taken with all voting “no”. Stanley Dick made a motion to only accept the bid from Mikkelsen Bros. for $13/ yard (approximately $93,600 completed) from the McLean pit and revisit if there is not enough gravel to complete the project, seconded by David Zeis. A roll call vote was taken with all voting “yes”. Bids were opened for the 2015 Ford Explorer from the Sheriff’s Department. David Zeis made a motion to accept the high bid in the amount of $6,000.00 from Eugene and Victor Heck, seconded by Stanley Dick, motion carried. The commissioners continued with an update on COVID-19. David Zeis made a motion to approve the Addendum to continue county office lockdown and continue to review the status at each commission meeting, seconded by Greg Goodman, motion carried. The commissioners decided to continue with the state’s recommendations for a 14-day quarantine following out of state travel and send out the self-monitoring sheet provided by Cavalier County Public Health. Karen Kempert, Emergency Manager, met with the commissioners and informed them that a preliminary plan was in place for mass testing. Kempert stated she has been helping the salons get a supply of masks for their re-openings. The commissioners agreed to pay out any extra hours incurred directly related to the COVID-19 pandemic by non-exempt employees and submit them for reimburse-

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ment. Lisa Gellner, Auditor, stated that all expenses to date had been submitted to the ND Association of Counties, which would then be submitted to the ND State Treasurer for reimbursement. Cindy Stremick, Treasurer, briefly met with the commissioners and reported that the interest rate at Choice Financial was at .55% and FM Bank was at .75%. Stremick also stated that the state was considering starting to re-open Motor Vehicle at the state level on May 11. Stanley Dick shared slides from the latest ND Association of Counties board meeting with the commissioners. There was discussion on the income forecast from the state and how it may affect the upcoming budgeting for 2021. Austin Lafrenz made a motion to transfer $1,020.00 from Road and Bridge Fund to Road and Bridge Equipment Replacement Fund, seconded by David Zeis, motion carried. Greg Goodman made a motion to transfer $413.93 from Road and Bridge Fund to Road and Bridge Equipment Fund, seconded by Stanley Dick, motion carried. David Zeis made a motion to transfer $4,139.31 from Road and Bridge Fund to Road and Bridge Excess Levy Fund, seconded by Austin Lafrenz, motion carried. Stanley Dick made a motion to transfer $132,000.00 from Special County Highway Fund to Road and Bridge Fund, seconded by Austin Lafrenz, motion carried. Nick Moser reviewed a letter from the Bureau of Land Management. It was decided to discuss it further at the next commission meeting. Austin Lafrenz made a motion, seconded by Greg Goodman to review and approve the following audit of claims; motion carried: ND STATE TREASURER, E-911/ MED LEVY/DOM VIOLENCE____ ________________________2,785.72 ND ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES, E-911 EXCISE TAX____ 467.38 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, CLERK__ __________________________ 11.52 ND SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION, AUDITOR__________ 200.00 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, AUD/ ELECTION______________2,012.19 NORTHERN PLAINS LABEL, ELECTIONS_______________ 36.10 SEACHANGE ELECTION SERVICES, ELECTIONS________ 25.00 ND RECORDERS ASSOC., RECORDER_________________ 200.00 LANGDON HARDWARE & RENTAL, GENERAL_____________ 42.98 JOSH PLUMMER, GENERAL_____ _________________________ 909.00 DAKOTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, GENERAL_________________ 53.70 UNITED COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL________________ 570.00 COMPUTER EXPRESS, GENERAL_ _________________________ 120.46 QUADIENT FINANCE USA, INC, GENERAL_______________ 3,000.00 VERIZON WIRELESS, GENERAL/ F-M/R&B/WEED_________ 159.95

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ELECTION ing address you have provided in NOTICE OF LANGDON CITY the past. If you are an eligible voter FOR ELECTION OFFICIAL USE ONLY: ELECTION Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all ballots will be completed Vote by in Mail. Cavalier County and did not reBallots will be initialed by an Election Judge during the Vote by Mail ballot processing. NOTICE OF MUNICH CITY ceive an application, please contact Election Judge “Initials” ___________ ELECTION the County Auditor’s office at 701The Cavalier County Primary 256-2229. Election; Langdon City Election; REMINDER: Vote by Mail/Aband Munich City Election will be sentee ballots must be postmarked Tuesday, June 9, 2020. There will by June 8, 2020. Ballots can also be NO POLLING PLACES OPEN be return in the secure drop box on election day, based on the Gov- located at Door 1 of the Cavalier ernor’s executive order relating to County Memorial Courthouse, 901 COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone 3rd Street, Langdon, ND. Ballots in the state-wide election system must be in the drop box by 4:00 PM will be mailed an application to on June 9, 2020. The drop box opsubmit to receive a ballot by mail. tion on election day is only being alAddresses in the election system lowed for this election pursuant to are based on your driver’s license the Governor’s executive order.

ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS, CLERK/AUD/RECORD/FM________________________ 653.76 LANGDON BLDG. CENTER, SHERIFF_________________ 177.95 CARQUEST OF LANGDON, SHERIFF_________________ 106.17 ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS, SHERIFF____________ 253.06 CHRISTIE MOTOR SALES, INC., SHERIFF_________________ 799.78 STEIN AUTO BODY, INC., SHERIFF_______________________ 502.58 CARQUEST OF LANGDON, ROAD & BRIDGE_________ 354.40 THE CAR CLINIC, FARM - MARKET_______________________ 66.60 WALHALLA COOP OIL CO., ROAD & BRIDGE__________ 31.82 DAHL TRUCK & AUTO, ROAD & BRIDGE_________________ 2,192.64 BLUETARP CREDIT SERVICES, ROAD & BRIDGE_________ 125.91 RDO TRUST ACCOUNT #80-5800, ROAD & BRIDGE_________ 143.10 BRANDON GIRODAT, ROAD & BRIDGE__________________ 150.00 RAZOR TRACKING, INC., ROAD & BRIDGE________________ 200.00 ERLING'S OIL, INC., ROAD & BRIDGE___________________ 42.00 MUNICH CITY AUDITOR, ROAD & BRIDGE________________ 516.00 VALLEY TRUCK, ROAD & BRIDGE__________________ 419.99 KLJ ENGINEERING LLC, FM/R&B________________18,708.34 COUNTRY MEDIA, INC., GENERAL_______________________ 130.00 BUSINESS ESSENTIALS, GENERAL_______________________ 111.00 PENGUIN COMMINUCATIONS, LLC, EMG MNGR_________ 279.00 VERIZON WIRELESS, EMG MNGR____________________ 44.24 POLAR COMMUNICATIONS, E-911 EXCISE TAX_________ 373.70 STONE'S MOBILE RADIO, INC., E-911 EXCISE TAX_________ 175.60 THE CAR CLINIC, WEED CONTROL____________________ 131.77 OTTER TAIL POWER CO, WEED CONTROL_________________ 30.10 MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES, WEED CONTROL_________ 134.50 STANLEY DICK, COMMISSIONERS_______________________ 82.23 NICK MOSER, COMMISSIONERS_ _________________________ 244.95 RICHARD'S WELDING, INC., ROAD & BRIDGE_________ 629.00 FARMERS UNION OIL CO, R&B/ GENERAL/F-M__________ 2,969.15 BUTLER MACHINERY CO., ROAD & BRIDGE_______________ 1,345.40 ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS, SOCIAL SERVICES___ 245.13 JOSH PLUMMER, SOCIAL SERVICES____________________ 600.00 MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES, SOCIAL SERVICES_________ 90.46 SUSAN K. (FETSCH) CROCKETT, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_____ 101.78 LINDA GEISEN, HUMAN SERV. ZONE____________________ 101.78 VERIZON WIRELESS, HUMAN SERV. ZONE______________ 271.60 LITTLE KEEPERS, HUMAN SERV. ZONE___________________2,359.61 QUALITY SPECIALTY PRODUCTS & PRINTING, HUMAN SERV. ZONE_____________________ 74.25 DISCOVER, HUMAN SERV. ZONE____________________ 689.16 HP INC, HUMAN SERV. ZONE___ ________________________3,247.74 S&A, INC., HUMAN SERV. ZONE_ __________________________ 40.00 TAMMY MCMILLAN, HUMAN SERV. ZONE______________ 100.63 LITTLE KEEPERS, HUMAN SERV. ZONE____________________ 526.79 ND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT, HEALTH INSURANCE____ ______________________ 111,487.92 BUD'S SERVICE PRODUCTS, WEED CONTROL__________ 30.00 At 11:40 a.m. David Zeis made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Greg Goodman; 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 My25 _______________________________ Ballots will NOT be issued on election day. Please make sure you request your ballot from the Auditor’s Office well in advance of election day. Please Note: Sample ballot being published is for a resident of Langdon City. Your ballot may vary depending on whether or not you live in Langdon City. Munich City residents will have a separate city ballot included with the state/county ballot. Lisa Gellner Cavalier County Auditor My18,25 _______________________________

– THE CLASSIFIEDS –

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED – Bulk truck driver needed at Farmers Union in Lankin and Edinburg. Duties would include farm deliveries and C-Store filling. Home every day, full benefit package includes vacation, 401K, health and life insurance and more. Please apply in the office and talk to Joe or call 701-256-5531 cell phone 370-2022. CDL, Hazmat and experience would be helpful. __________________________ M9Tf HELP WANTED – Bulk truck driver needed at Farmers Union in Langdon. Duties would include farm deliveries, picking up fuel in Grand Forks or Fargo, deliver to our other stores. Home every day, full benefit package includes vacation, 401K, health and life insurance and more. Please apply in the office and talk to Joe or call 701-256-5531 cell phone 370-2022. CDL, Hazmat and experience would be helpful. ___________________________J27Tf

HELP WANTED: Cavalier County Auditor's Office has an opening for part-time office help. Flexible schedule with average of 16-20 hours per week. General office duties requiring good organizational and communication skills. Pay dependent on experience; position is not benefit eligible. Applications and a detailed list of requirements are available at the Cavalier County Auditor's Office, Cavalier County Courthouse, 901 3rd Street, Langdon, North Dakota or on the County website at https://cavaliercounty.us/employment. Position will be open until filled. Cavalier County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ______________________ My25,J1Bt

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED – Part-time fertlizer drivers needed at Farmers Union in Langdon, Lankin and Edinburg. Please apply in the office and talk to Joe or call 701-256-5531 cell phone 370-2022. CDL needed and experience would be helpful. __________________________ M9Tf HELP WANTED – Part-time C-Store help needed at Farmers Union in Langdon. Flexible hours. Please apply in the office. __________________________ M9Tf

FOR RENT

FOR RENT – A very nice basement apartment for rent. Laundry facilities on site, utilties included in rent. No pets, no smoking. Call 370-0002 or 370-1800. ____________________My18,25,J1Bt

MISCELLANEOUS

MISCELLANEOUS – The Cavalier County Soil Conservation District is taking tree orders for spring 2020 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

FOR SALE – 2 Lots for sale. 1900 block 7th St. Langdon. Call 3829376. _____________________________ Tf FOR SALE – 20,000 bushel grain bins east bin site Clyde, ND. 3 have floor air, 1 has full canola floor with 2 15 horsepower fans. Call 701-2560330. __________________ My4,11,18,25Bt

Immediate help wanted. Plenty of overtime.

Stateside ABC Seamless is looking for immediate and permanent full time/ year round employees. Tools and transportation provided. Pay based on experience, paid vacation & sign-on bonus. Contact Shawn at 701-330-9951.

Pembilier Nursing Center In Walhalla is seeking

Full-Time Night RN/LPN

• Three 12 hour shifts • $5,000 Sign-on Bonus! • Flexible Scheduling • Full Benefits

CNAs

• $1,200 Sign-on Bonus for QUALIFIED CANDIDATES

Apply on line at: www.pembiliernursingcenter.com or call (701) 549-3831 to speak to Director of Nursing

Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon has the following job openings: FT & PT Certified Nursing Assistants (Morning and Evening Shifts) Benefit package available! FT & PT RNs and LPNs (Day and Overnight Shifts) Benefit package available! FT & PT Morning Dietary Aide (5:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) Benefit package available! PT Evening Dietary Aide (4-7 p.m.) Perfect for students! Contact Maple Manor Care Center at 256-2987 or mmoffice@mmcarecenter.com and we will email you an employment application.

HELP WANTED Pembina County Memorial Hospital

Full time Insurance Clerk *Duties include but are not limited to: filing insurance claims (Medicaid, Auto & No Fault Carriers, Worker’s Comp, Medicare Advantage, BCMN); follow up, appeals, denial work ques for insurance groups; act as back up for front desk receptionist as needed. Good communication and documentation skills needed. EPIC and PCACE training provided Flex-time RN/CNA

Wedgewood Manor Part time Activities Assistant *CNA Certification required*/CNA classes available upon offer of employment *Days/Evenings, rotating weekends and holidays *Knowledge of skype, facetime, social media considered a plus Full-time Cook: every other weekend/rotating holidays Full-time LPN/RN SIGN ON BONUS! Full-time/Part-time CNAs $1,200 Full-Time CNAs Part/Flex-time RN/LPN $5,000 Full-Time LPN/RN Apply online: www.cavalierhospital.com or contact Ann Russell at 701-265-6329 for more information.

GJESDAL – Thank you to friends and family for all the condolencses, thank you to the all the staff at the Langdon Clinic and Cavalier County Memorial Hospital. Thank

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Langdon Choice Bank is hiring a Client Services Specialist! Client Services Specialist Our People First values are at the heart of everything we do. To us, that means making genuine connections through passionate and empowered people. Putting people first drives our everyday decisions and influences how we treat customers, colleagues and the community. The Client Services Specialist (CSS) is responsible for professionally responding to the immediate needs of clients related to transaction processing, online banking access, loan payments, and deposit account functionality. A CSS has cash handling responsibility and will use basic to moderate level mathematical skills to successfully balance their cash drawer daily. Client Service Specialists give excellent customer service by acting as the first point of contact for in-person and telephone client interactions. We need amazing people to deliver our authentic style of banking. You may be our next amazing hire. Join the Choice team! Apply online at bankwithchoice.com/careers Choice Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Maple Manor Care Center

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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HELP WANTED $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS. NAPOLEON CARE CENTER hiring 2 FT nurses, RN preferred. 12 hour shifts, flexible scheduling, competitive wages and benefit package. Contact Melissa Glatt RN, DON, 701-754-2381. NCC is an equal opportunity employer.

CITY OF LAMOURE, ND: Police Officer wanted. Retirement & health insurance. ND peace officer certification necessary. Resume: Auditor, Box 215, LaMoure, ND 58458. 701-883-5957. POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED. SOUS CHEF/ASSISTANT DINING SERVICE MANAGER & Specialty Cook. NDSCS has two FT, benefited positions open: Specialty Cook is 10 month, Sous Chef/Assistant Manager is 12 month position. Will work occasional weekends. Benefits include: Health, Life, Retirement, EAP, Annual & Sick Leave, Tuition Waiver, Dependent Tuition Discount, etc. Screening begins immediately-applications accepted until filled. Interested candidates must complete online application. EOE. For job descriptions, qualifications and application go to: www.ndscs.edu/hr/ HAWK MUSEUM WOLFORD, ND seeking full time manager/maintenance. Housing provided! Salary negotiable. Send resume: Lyman Halvorson, 4351 Hwy 17, Wolford, ND 58385, call 701-583-2373, Email: dryhill@gondtc.com COME MAKE PASTA with us! $1750 sign on bonus. Competitive pay & benefits. For openings, go to: www.dakotagrowers.com/careers HEATING PLANT OPERATOR. NDSCS is seeking a Heating Plant Operator. This position is a FT, 12 month, benefited position in Wahpeton. Will be rotating shifts during heating season. Will perform duties in the general operation and maintenance of boilers and associated equipment. Includes full benefits: Health/Life, Retirement,

EAP, Leave, Tuition Waiver, Dependent Tuition Discount, etc. Screening begins immediatelyapplications accepted until filled. Interested candidates must complete the online application. EOE. For more information go to: www. ndscs.edu/hr/

ANYONE CAN RUN STATEWIDE with HELP WANTED ads in all the newspapers of N.D. with the NorthSCAN program! $160 /25 words / all ND papers. NDNA, 701-223-6397. FINANCIAL SERVICES OVER $10K IN Debt? Be debt free in 24 to 48 months. No upfront fees to enroll. A+ BBB rated. Call National Debt Relief, 701-936-8487. EDUCATION/TRAINING T R A I N AT H O M E T O D O MEDICAL BILLING! Become a Medical Office Professional online at CTI! Get Trained, Certified & ready to work in months! Call 701929-9679. (M-F 8am-6pm ET) COMPUTER & IT TRAINING PROGRAM! Train ONLINE to get the skills to become a Computer & Help Desk Professional now! Now offering a $10,000 scholarship qualified applicants. Call CTI for details! 701-929-9679 (M-F 8am6pm ET) REAL ESTATE FOR SALE ND FARM LAND Values surge upward. Are you selling or renting? Pifer ’s Auction and Farm Land Management. Bob Pifer 701371-8538. Kevin Pifer 701.238.5810. Free valuation. REAL ESTATE FOR RENT FOR RENT: One bedroom condo in Bismarck, ND. Main floor, close to downtown, security system, radiant heat, fireplace, garage. Call 701214-7868. MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE LOOKING FOR THE most complete listing of ND Media? Get the ND Media Guide for Only $25! Call 701-223-6397, ND Newspaper

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WANTED TO BUY COMIC BOOKS WANTED Fargo collector 701-318-2130 prefer vintage pre-1990 willing to travel. Mainly looking for superhero, horror, war, sci-fi, will consider others. Pics are helpful. AUTOS WANTED D O N AT E Y O U R C A R T O CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 701-809-7415. HEALTH/MEDICAL ATTENTION DIABETICS! Save money on your diabetic supplies! Convenient home shipping for monitors, test strips, insulin pumps, catheters and more! To learn more, call now! 877-736-5537. ATTENTION: OXYGEN USERS! Gain freedom with a Portable Oxygen Concentrator! No more heavy tanks and refills! Guaranteed Lowest Prices! Call the Oxygen Concentrator Store: 701-404-5994. (24/7) CASH SETTLEMENTS Recently diagnosed with LUNG CANCER and 60+ years old? Call now! You and your family may be entitled to a SIGNIFICANT CASH AWARD. Call 701-404-5389 today. Free Consultation. No Risk. ANNOUNCEMENTS ATTENTION: AUTO INJURY VICTIMS. If you have suffered a serious injury in an auto accident, call us! Our attorneys have the experience to get you the full compensation you deserve! Call Now: 855-543-9071. MISCELLANEOUS WE MAKE IT easy to place an ad in one or all the North Dakota newspapers. One order, one bill, one check. We provide the ad design and tear sheets. Call the North Dakota Newspaper Association, 701-223-6397.

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Langdon Long Ago By Rita Maisel

A Good Idea! One day last week Jake Kulland was interviewing an administrator from possibly Cando or Rolla on graduation plans in their community. An idea they talked about was putting large-sized pictures of the graduates into business places this year with volunteers helping with the costs. Two places mentioned were the post office and the grocery store. The next day a friend asked if I had “seen the pictures” of 2020 LAHS graduates, so remembering the interview conversation I looked carefully for the next few days at the post office and grocery store in Langdon but found no pictures in their windows. A note to other people my age is to not drive slowly down a business street. My search for interesting store windows resulted in honking horns and giving up the search. The newspaper on Saturday, read later that evening, showed Greta’s picture so I set aside the first quiet day (Sunday) to find the picture display. With traffic down to zero, eventually I spotted Arik Christianson’s picture by St. Alphonsus. It took another block to discover there were pictures on both the east and west sides of the street. Turning around to see how many had been missed, I learned the pictures are visible from both the north and the south. And yes, each picture is named so you know who they are. The display is beautiful and an idea which could easily be used in future years. A similar idea has been used in other North Dakota communities this year. LHS Class of 1982 For the last few years special classes from the past have been suggested as topics for a column. Sometimes the people in those classes ask me to write about them before or after they have a reunion, or other times the former class just seems to appear out of nowhere. That might be the case with the class of 1982. I was sorting some old graduation stories and a photocopy of the 1982 graduation program dropped into my lap. It was a frayed copy meaning it might be in my collection of trivia as something left behind when a reunion group had been working with class lists. The paper was set aside before coronavirus days, and yes, it has vanished. Hours of hunting have not retrieved it, but I did remember there were 93 grads listed that year, and some of them were parents of students who might be graduating in 2020. It would be worth writing about this year. The original list began with William Abrahamson and ended with Tyler Witzel. There were no names on the list that would have jumped out as “missile kids”. In 1982 Milton-Osnabrock and Border Central were still open, and Langdon had not added the word Area to their district name so it was proof of a larger population than we have today. The students were on one half of the sheet, and on the other half was the graduation program. This was before schools went out of their way to separate church and state. Graduation included an invocation, prayers, favorite scripture passages, a sermon and a benediction. Taking part in the service appeared to be all the pastors in Langdon at that time with two or three of them fathers of either seniors or honorary ushers. Superintendent Delmar Lewis was the master of ceremonies giving out scholarships and making introductions. My memory without that sheet is not good enough to recall who gave out the diplomas. Thanks to an all-school reunion in 2000 we know a bit more about the members of the 1982 class. A penciled-in note lists one member as deceased with a question mark. We do know of at least three or more deaths since that time. We also know that at least three members of the class have children graduating in 2020. My count could be wrong, but

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I believe those three could be Tom Crockett, Dave Field and Ed Hoffarth. Not all married names are given, and local families do sometimes have duplicate names but possibly 24 of the graduates from 1982 have stayed in Cavalier County. The most common choices of occupation for those who stayed in the area appear to be farming and medical fields. The 2000 directory listed addresses, and only one member of the class at that time lived in another country. Jennifer Nuelle was living in Greece in 2000 and may now be closer to home. There did not appear to be an exchange student in that class. Three couples from this class that we noticed from the 2000 listing married classmates: Kevin and Karrie Mikkelsen, Terry and Michelle Heck and Tyler and Gwen Rohde. The list 20 years later might be longer. Quite a few others married people from the class before them or the class that followed. Usually a class this large would have a dozen or more teachers in their ranks, but the only one I could pick out was Dawn Robillard Stremick who has taught in the Minot area for many years. It is always a nice surprise when parents of her students learn I am from Langdon and ask if I know Dawn. I am happy to say yes, and her grandparents etc. It is possible that Geralyn Mikkelsen Klevgaard, whose parents were both teachers, also went into that line of work. The list of medical workers who have stayed in our area includes nurse Sheila Hoffarth Beauchamp, oxygen specialist Lorraine Ahlberg Gage and Gwen Rohde Witzel, Family Nurse Practitioner. Patti Everson Fetsch has a day care and Karrie Lorenz Mikkelsen works with the Senior Center (not medical but needed community services). Most graduates in 1982 had short, easy to spell first names which might become popular again in the near future. My guess is that the majority were fourth or fifth generation living in Cavalier County which is why so many stayed in the area and might be here today. Even without knowing them all personally, their names tell a large part of their stories. Graduation Gifts..... A century ago or more one of the anticipated gifts for young people was a watch. For boys it would be a pocket watch with a chain and fob. For girls the watch might be a pin type or a necklace with their name engraved inside the back of the watch. Some of the ones that my older relatives looked forward to receiving could be either a pin or a necklace. If you saved your hair you could have the hair made into a fancy chain for the watch. One aunt had heavy hair and supplied the hair which was made into a chain for her sister’s watch. She gave up her hair because she had heard of a new and more modern wristwatch. She received the watch when she was 15 and had graduated from eighth grade! In the 1940s and early 1950s watches were still prized by some graduates but since many of the girls graduating would be getting married soon they fancied diamonds, sterling silver and beautiful dishes. They enjoyed the pretty dishes in china closets and for extra special occasions. A watch had been passed down to me by an aunt who died before I got to high school so I asked for a blue suitcase for graduation. Maybe someday I would travel. The nicest blue suitcases were made by Samsonite, and eventually I had three pieces of their sturdy luggage which never wears out. However the person trying to carry two or three pieces of the heavy luggage filled with clothing of any weight wears out in short order especially if traveling by bus or train. Today the weight of the empty suitcase would probably cost a charge for excess weight. Relatives who wanted to give you a keepsake for a gift often settled on jewelry for female graduates. The styles were the kind of jewelry our mothers wore, but it did make a popular display when I loaned some of the 1950s jewelry to the county museum. Boys have been known to ask for larger items: cars, boats, motorcycles, tractors and even combines being high on their lists of requests as the years went by. Today most would settle for money. However, grandmothers and sometimes moms still spend many days putting together quilts that are works of art. You never know what will please a graduate, but on my bookshelf are several volumes given for special events, and the other day I noticed a pretty vase just right for a small bouquet of flowers. It was a long ago gift for high school graduation. Expensive gifts are nice but sometimes one that comes with sentiment attached is one that lasts the longest.