Vol. 3 - Issue 19
June 7, 2023
A Community Newspaper a Serving N orthwest North Dakot “THE BEST PREPARATION FOR TOMORROW IS DOING YOUR BEST TODAY.” H. JACKSON BROWN, JR.
Upcoming Divide County Fair USDA's
Rural Energy for America
Filled With Fun For Everyone P r o g r a m Empowers T I O G A' S
Agricultural
Producers and Small Businesses
By Chelsy Weisz, Economic Development Director for the City of Tioga, ND. Page 3.
CRAFTS-4-U The Putting underwear on a goat during the 2022 Youth Ranch Rodeo (Photo courtesy Don Anderson/ Divide County Fair Facebook Page
By Michelle Svangstu The county fair is a staple of fun in rural America, and Divide County fair board member Amy Shaw says this year’s fair looks to be full of exciting events for all ages. “We really wanted to bring in some new activities this year that appeal to a broader age group,” says
Shaw. Friday kicks off with the judging of open-class exhibits, the 4-H Horse Show at 10am, followed by the 1pm opening of the petting zoo, inflatable attractions, and Miss Bows Messy Mania/Mini Ninjas. “This year’s petting zoo will not only have animals to pet and play with, but they will also be offering
pony rides,” notes Amy. In addition to the petting zoo, she says, a new inflatables company will be bringing fun to the midway. “Montana Premier Entertainment is not only bringing in a new set of inflatables, they will also be bringing in some fun things for teens and even adults, such as the (Story Continues on Pages 8 & 9)
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MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION By Alyssa Stromberg Alyssa shares how her grandfather created a Veteran’s Memorial in Kootenai County. Page 5 BURGUM REQUESTS PRESIDENTIAL MAJOR DISASTER DELCARATION FOR DAMAGE RELATED TO SPRING FLOODING North Dakota Governor’s Office Press Release Spring flooding is estimated to have caused more than $5 million in damage to North Dakota roads and other public infrastructure. Page 7 DAKOTA GARDENER: A GREAT ROSE FOR NORTH DAKOTA By Kelsey Deckert, horticulture agent. NDSU Extension If you have a bare spot in your garden or if you want to add a special accent to your container planting, consider moss rose. Page 13 MONTANA ROLLS BACK ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONS By Mark Moran, Big Sky Connection Law allows Montana to ignore climate-change impacts when building power plants and coal mines. Page 14