Grafton couple sets new North Dakota record with giant pumpkin

On Saturday, Sept. 27, a couple from Grafton carved their names into the North Dakota record books in a big way. Roy Line and Danielle Schmidt brought a massive pumpkin weighing 2,027 pounds to Walhalla’s 21st Annual Giant Pumpkinfest, setting a new state record.The garden giant not only earned them bragging rights, but also a total payout of $1,500. The festival awards $1,000 for firs...

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