ARLENE PEREZ practices CPR compressions on a training mannequin during a Safe Sitter Class held January 3, sponsored by Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center and the New Leipzig-Elgin Ambulance …

Schedule of Events Fri., Jan. 16: Varsity boys’ basketball at South Heart, 5:30 p.m. Sat., Jan. 17: JH boys’ basketball vs. Flasher, at Mott, 9:00 a.m.; ABC boys’ basketball vs. …

The Elgin City Council implemented parking restrictions on West Street North by the school and considered a proposal to install a water refill station in the community center. Those topics were part …

Federal policies on health care and trade are likely to continue to color North Dakota’s biggest government stories in 2026. Congress and the Trump administration are spending money in an attempt …

Brett Ziemba is on patrol for the Grant County Sheriff’s Office as the newest deputy to join the force, opting for rural roads rather than the streets of Chicago where he grew up. Ziemba journeyed …

Bailey Isaak, a family nurse practitioner (FNP), has joined Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center (JMHCC) as part of the team providing clinical care and 24/7 emergency room coverage. Originally …

At Grant County High School, senior Summer Meyer has earned a reputation as someone whom her peers can depend upon -- in both word and action. She is the type of leader who looks for …

Federal policies on health care and trade are likely to continue to color North Dakota’s biggest government stories in 2026. Congress and the Trump administration are spending money in an …

Fri., Jan. 9: Chicken alfredo, fettuccine noodles, corn, carrot cake, milk, coffee Mon., Jan. 12: Elgin - Chicken sandwich, knoephla soup, coleslaw, ice cream, milk, coffee. New Leipzig Port roast, …

Schedule of Events Fri., Jan. 9: Varsity boys’ basketball vs. Belfield at Mott, 5:00 p.m. Sat., Jan. 10: Varsity girls’ basketball at Garrison, 2:00 p.m.; JH boys’ basketball at …

The following Grant County Junior High and High School students had perfect attendance for the first semester of the 2025-2026 school year. Seniors: Summer Meyer. Juniors: None. Sophomores: Sage …

The following Grant County Junior High and High School students have achieved academic excellence during the first semester of the 2025-2026 school year. Seniors: A - Caitlin Martinez, Summer Meyer, …

The Elgin Community Betterment Club once again sponsored a day filled with fun and laughter to kick off the Christmas season. A craft show, visit with Santa, 12 Cheers of Christmas, tree lighting …

Three longtime teachers in the Elgin-New Leipzig School District are retiring at the end of the school year, including firstgrade teacher Rita Fischer, third-grade teacher Deb Michels and junior high …

Thurs., Jan. 1: No meal - Happy New Year! Fri., Jan. 2: Cabbage roll, baked potato, peas, fruit, milk, coffee. Mon., Jan. 5: Ground beef stew, mashed potatoes, lettuce salad, fruit ambrosia, milk, …

Thurs., Jan. 1: New Year’s Day - no school. Fri., Jan. 2: Teacher work day. Sat., Jan. 3: Varsity girls’ basketball vs. Washburn at Mott/Regent, 2:00 p.m.; JH boys’ basketball at …

Fri., Dec. 26: Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, mixed vegtables, pistachio dessert, milk, coffee. Mon., Dec. 29: Crispy chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, whipped Jell-O with fruit, …

Fri., Dec. 19: Lasagna, garlic toast, corn, ice cream sundae, milk, coffee. Mon., Dec. 22: Fish burger, parmesan oven potatoes, wax beans, orange cake, milk, coffee. Tues., Dec. 23: Honey ham, …

Fri., Dec. 12: Pork chop, baked rice, beets, fruit salad, milk, coffee Mon., Dec. 15: Loaded baked potato with toppings - chili, cheese, broccoli, sour cream, bacon, onion, Elvis cake, milk, coffee. …