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Bell sentenced to maximum for DUI injury and death

Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Travis Dean Bell was sentenced to the maximum for each count against him in Northeast Central District court in Grand Forks on Monday, for an accident that severely injured Nicole Louthain of Grand Forks and killed her six-year-old daughter, Katarina.
Senior Trypp Castillo doing a happy dance on his way to receive his diploma. Photo by Andrea Johnston

Senior Trypp Castillo doing a happy dance on his way to receive his diploma. Photo by Andrea Johnston

Drayton High School Graduation

Andrea Johnston
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
On Sunday, May 17, 11 high school seniors adorned in caps and robes entered the Drayton gymnasium for their commencement ceremony.Trypp Castillo provided the opening remarks and invocation, praying for guidance for the graduates, as well as courage, wisdom and kindness.
Rep. Julie Fedorchak, R-N.D., hands out informational packets on Trump Accounts during an event in Bismarck discussing the new accounts on May 11, 2026. Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor

Rep. Julie Fedorchak, R-N.D., hands out informational packets on Trump Accounts during an event in Bismarck discussing the new accounts on May 11, 2026. Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor

Rep. Julie Fedorchak promotes Trump Accounts as investing in kids’ futures

Michael Achterling, North Dakota Monitor
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
U.S. Rep. Julie Fedorchak, R-N.D., promoted new Trump Accounts Monday as a way for North Dakotans to save for their children’s future.The accounts are part of a pilot program authorized in the One Bill Beautiful Bill Act.
Deer season set, apply online

Deer season set, apply online

Deer season set, apply online

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
North Dakota’s 2026 deer season is set, with 39,100 licenses available to hunters, down 3,200 from last year, the lowest total in over half a century. Muzzleloader licenses were also reduced, and antlerless deer gun licenses are not available in several units.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Bachmeier visits Cardinal Country

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Valley News and Views Staff On May 7, North Dakota State Superintendent Levi Bachmeier made an appearance at the Langdon Area School District and the Munich School District.
The victim's bicycle is seen lying on the sidewalk following the accident involving a semi near Hugo’s in Grafton. Photo by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

The victim's bicycle is seen lying on the sidewalk following the accident involving a semi near Hugo’s in Grafton. Photo by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

Grafton woman suffers severe injuries after bicycle vs. semi truck accident

Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
A Grafton woman was hospitalized after being struck by a semi truck on Highway 17 east in Grafton Thursday morning.The accident happened at approximately 9:17 a.m. in the eastbound lane of Highway 17 in between Hugo’s Supermarket and Roma’s Italian Bistro in Grafton.
Having access to good-quality water is one of the limiting factors for cattle in most grazing systems. (NDSU photo)

Having access to good-quality water is one of the limiting factors for cattle in most grazing systems. (NDSU photo)

NDSU Extension encourages producers to screen livestock water quality

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Due to low spring runoff and below-average precipitation, access to adequate, good-quality water will be a challenge for North Dakota ranchers this spring. Many ranchers in the region still depend on surface water sources such as dugouts and stock dams to provide water for grazing livestock.
Make sure trees, shrubs are winter hardy before purchasing

Make sure trees, shrubs are winter hardy before purchasing

Make sure trees, shrubs are winter hardy before purchasing

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring is encouraging homeowners to read the tag and research varieties before buying and planting nursery stock for their property.“Spring is here, and homeowners may be anxious to add trees and shrubs to their landscapes,” Goehring said.
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