Generations of stewardship

A LIFETIME ON THE LAND. Jeff and Audrey Dahners have shared 52 years of marriage and a lifelong dedication to ranching and conservation. The couple remains actively involved in Dahners Ranch near Almont, which recently received the 2026 North Dakota Environmental Stewardship Award.

For Jeff and Audrey Dahners, caring for the land isn't simply part of running a ranch. It's a way of life that has been passed down through generations, rooted in a deep appreciation for the land, …

Mandan Strong

The lightpole has been decorated with flowers, signs and pictures as the Mandan community mourns the loss of the two students who died from injuries sustained in a crash on October 2.

The Mandan community continues to express its sorrow and support for those grieving the two students who passed away from injuries in the two-vehicle crash on October 2. Flowers, pictures and signs …

Main Street almost complete

MAIN STREET IS CLOSED from the railroad intersection all the way to Highway 16. It’s estimated that the road will be open again on Oct. 16.

The Beach City Council met on Oct. 5, discussing the ongoing construction project, upcoming community events and applications for local permits and community enhancement funding. After the vouchers …

Meet the Billings County Candidates

With state and national races set to be determined during the Nov. 3, 2026 general election, North Dakota counties also will choose who will represent voters for contests such as commissioner, …

American Legion Post 115 has a new home

THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 115 officially opened the bar to the public on Friday, Oct. 9. Several community members stopped by to see the progress of the building and to enjoy the newly designed space.

The American Legion Post 115 of Hettinger opened its doors in its new location on Friday, October 9. Although the remodel of the former Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing building is not complete, the …

Adams County Record

New project for Basin Electric, open houses scheduled

Basin Electric Power Cooperative plans to invest an estimated $1 billion to build about 400 miles of 345-kilovolt transmission line across the Northern Plains, running through Wyoming, Nebraska, …

Storm rolls past Raiders, 46-30

The Grant County/Flasher Storm football team continued its late-season momentum Friday, traveling to Richardton and coming away with a 46-30 victory over the Richardton/Taylor-Hebron Raiders. A …

Coyotes focus on confidence as postseason nears

The Grant County Coyotes volleyball team faced a pair of tough opponents last week, falling 3-1 to both Hettinger/Scranton and Beach. Despite the losses, head coach Ashley Laub saw encouraging signs …

COACH JERLYN GABRIELSON is surrounded by senior players who were part of the surprise celebrating her 700th win. Pictured (l-r): Piper Schmidt, Jocelyn Rossow, Carrie LaDuke, Jerlyn Gabrielson, and Brenna Eckroth.

700 wins. One Bulldog legacy.

When Flasher volleyball coach Jerlyn Gabrielson looked into the stands during last week's celebration of her 700th career victory, she was puzzled to see her daughter and sons in attendance. …

Senior Jared Christen won the first ever singles title for the Mandan Boys tennis team as well as receiving the state Senior Athlete of the Year.

Braves Tennis makes history

Many records were set during the state tennis tournament by the Mandan Braves boys tennis team with their performance in winning the first state title in the program’s history. Winning the state …

The Braves boys and girls cross country team competed in the WDA Cross Country Championships on October 10.

Braves Cross Country takes on WDA

The Mandan boys and girls cross country team competed in the WDA Championships on October 10 with both teams placing fourth. Mandan girls cross country coach Greg Brown said that the team ran well, …

Morton County Commission Proceedings

MORTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING September 22, 2026 The Morton County Commission Regular Meeting was called to order on September 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM by Chair Boehm at the Morton County …

Almont City Council Proceedings

Minutes of Almont City October 5, 2026 Present: Russell Kramer, Andrew Heinrich, Kaity Olson-Brett, Seth Feland, Kirby Dittus, and Lynne Jacobson. Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. Minutes …

Morton County Commission Proceedings

MORTON COUNTY COMMISSION JOINT MEETING September 21, 2026 The joint meeting of the Morton County and Burleigh County Commissions was called to order on September 21, 2026 at 4:30 PM by Burleigh …

Sentinel Butte City Council Proceedings

SENTINEL BUTTE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Unofficial Minutes Subject to Council Approval October 5, 2026 Sentinel Butte City Council met Oct. 5, 2026 at city hall. Mayor Jason Lee …

Golden Valley Commission Proceedings

GOLDEN VALLEY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF PROCEEDINGS September 1, 2026 Golden Valley County Commissioners met Sept. 1, 2026 in the commission room at the …

Grant County School News

Schedule of Events Fri., Oct. 16: Varsity football vs. Hettinger/Scranton at Scranton, 4:00 p.m.; JH vb at New Salem/Almont, 4:00 p.m. Sat., Oct. 17: Elementary boys basketball at Flasher, …

Elgin & New Leipzig Senior Meals Menu

Fri., Oct. 16: Beef enchilada, spanish rice, tossed salad, fresh fruit, milk, coffee. Mon., Oct. 19: BBQ ribs, baked potato, green beans, lemon bar, milk, coffee. Tues., Oct. 20: Hamburger …

Mott Health Care Center activities

Upcoming activities at the Mott Health Care Center: Sunday, Oct. 18 10 a.m. – Chair exercises in solarium 12:45 p.m. – Outing to New England for Rainy Butte Performers show, "The Treasure of …

SCHOOL MENUS & ACTIVITIES

GOLVA Thursday, Oct. 15 Breakfast: Pumpkin muffins, yogurt, pineapple Snack: Fruit snacks Lunch: Spaghetti, garlic bread, broccoli, peaches, milk Friday, Oct. 16 Breakfast: Toad in a hole, applesauce …

Nighthawk News

Activities Friday, October 16 Varsity Football vs. Grant County-Flasher, 4:00 p.m. Monday, October 19 Elementary boys’ basketball at New England, 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, October …

Editorial

Behind the Headlines

It's inevitable - bad things happen all the time. I won't pretend to have answers, or claim to know what to say when they do. All I know is that it feels like a sucker punch to the gut for those …

Imagine

Do you have a good imagination? If you do, you are truly blessed. Because it’s a gift. And it’s like having an internal entertainment system. Or a best buddy to keep you from ever being …

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