A lifetime of service one meal at a time

MARTY MARTIN IS SURROUNDED BY ELGIN/NEW LEIPZIG STUDENTS who love to see him in the kitchen and benefit from his many years of culinary training as they go through the lunch line.

For Marty Martin, a career in the military was never necessarily part of a lifelong plan. What began as a way to find new opportunities and receive help paying for college eventually turned into a …

Three-vote difference

In unofficial election results, incumbent Sheriff Sarah Warner was reelected with 513 votes. Her opponent, Anthony Awender, received 510 votes.

Who says one vote doesn’t matter? With just three votes separating the two candidates, Hettinger County will await the official canvassing of ballots before being certain who will serve the county …

Spanish-American War vet honored

JAMES CAMERON HILL, a veteran that moved to Golden Valley County in June 1918 with his wife, Mary, was formerly recognized with a new grave marker on Oct. 6, 2026, after being unidentified for over 100 years.

About five or six years ago, Bill Lardy of Sentinel Butte was walking at the Sentinel Butte Cemetery. He stopped to notice an unmarked grave that referenced a Spanish-American War veteran, without …

The votes are in

Editor’s Note: All of the 2026 election results are unofficial until certified by the canvassing board on Nov. 16. The Nov. 3, 2026, election saw some nationwide intrigue in the form of U.S. Senate …

Rowdy Ranchers paint the town red, white and blue!

THE ROWDY RANCHERS 4-H CLUB OF FLASHER chose a patriotic theme for their hay bale display this year, inspired by the 250th birthday of the United States. The tradition of painting hay bales by the highway was started in the year 2020.

Anyone who has traveled through Flasher has likely noticed a set of hay bales along the south side of the highway, across from Fitterers Gas & Oil. Each year, the Morton County Rowdy …

Adams County Record

The end of an era, the legacy of a community

After 48 years, the West River Health Service Foundation held their final community turkey luncheon Thursday afternoon at the Hettinger Lutheran Church. The long-running event can be traced back to …

Good vibes, bigger expectations

A step in the right direction might be an understatement when discussing the 2026 Hettinger-Scranton volleyball season. After dropping to depths they preferred to have avoided, the Night Hawks …

Braves Volleyball ends regular season

In their final home game and regular season match up the Braves took on the Jamestown Blue Jays who were ranked number two in the conference. The Braves lost in three set 22-25, 23-25 and 16-25. With …

Norton and Robinson named to All-District Team

Following conclusion of last week’s District Eight Volleyball Tournament, New Salem-Almont seniors Zoe Robinson and Keely Norton were both named to the All-District Team. It’s the second time in …

Braves Boys Soccer Coach resigns

Mandan Braves boys soccer coach Aaron McElwee resigned from his position on November 5. McElwee has led the boys program since the 2020 season. His final season led to the Mandan Braves boys soccer …

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Carson City Council Proceedings

City of Carson November 2, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes Unapproved Present: Mayor Dawn Hanson. Council Members: Tony Zenker, Pete Reis, Patrick Diehl, Bailey Stewart. Also present: TJ …

New Leipzig City Council Proceedings

November 2, 2026 Regular session The City of New Leipzig met in regular session Monday November 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Members present: Ryan Roth, McKiley Wilber, Andrew Roth and …

Leith City Council Proceedings

City of Leith Minutes October 5, 2026 7:30 p.m. Meeting called to order by Mayor Schock at 4:29 p.m. Present: Mayor Ryan Schock, Michael Bencz, Kyle Billiot and Josiah …

New England City Council Proceedings

Regular City Council Meeting Oct. 5, 2026 Mayor Kovar called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Present: Breann Krebs, Mike Grote, Rebecca Ferderer, Kristen Jung Excused: Chris Fitterer and Rex …

New England School District Proceedings

New England Public School District #9 Regular Meeting Sept. 9, 2026 The regular meeting of the New England Public School Board was called to order by President Chris Reindel at 6:16 p.m. Board …

Bulldog Bark

Activities Thur., Nov. 12: Volleyball Regionals championship at BSC. Fri., Nov. 13: Veteran's Day program in South gym, 1:45 p.m. Sat., Nov. 14: 5/6 Elementary Boys' Basketball at Glen …

Roosevelt School News

Activities Sat., Nov. 14: Elementary Boys' Basketball at Glen Ullin, 10:00 a.m. Mon., Nov. 16: Elementary Boys' Basketball at Flasher, 6:00 p.m. Tue., Nov. 17: Elementary Boys' …

Carson Senior Meals Menu

Thur., Nov. 12: Crispy chicken, potato salad, fresh vegetables, peaches, whole wheat bread, milk, coffee. Fri., Nov. 13: Ham, egg, & vegetable bake, waffles, fresh fruit, whole wheat bread, milk, …

Grant County School News

Schedule of Events Fri., Nov. 13: Northern Plains Music at DSU. Sat., Nov. 14: JH girls' basketball at New Salem/Alont, 10:00 a.m.; Elementary boys' basketball at Lemmon at 9:00 a.m.; …

Elgin & New Leipzig Senior Meals Menu

Fri., Nov. 13: Chicken fried steak mashed potatoes with gravy, peas and carrots, chocolate mousse, milk, coffee. Mon., Nov. 16: BBQ ribs, baked potato, pea and cheese salad, applesaue cake, milk, …

Editorial

Working smarter, not harder

There's an old saying that goes something like this: The harder you work, the more you get don. I'm beginning to question that theory. Some days, I feel like I work from the minute my feet …

'Perfection' is in the eye of the beholder

Among all the key components to successful prep athletics, hustle, speed, size and experience are the toughest to overcome and/or achieve. In the cases of hustle, speed and height, those things …

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