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From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

There are Biblical principles which are true in churches, homes, and in nations. One of which is found in Amos 3:3. It asks, “Can two walk together, except they be agreed?
A welder works at a Manitou factory in June 2023 at Madison, South Dakota. Labor shortages in North Dakota and South Dakota could be harbingers of a shortage of young people in coming years. (Photo by Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight)

A welder works at a Manitou factory in June 2023 at Madison, South Dakota. Labor shortages in North Dakota and South Dakota could be harbingers of a shortage of young people in coming years. (Photo by Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight)

Today’s children could prosper in tomorrow’s shortage of young workers

Today’s children could be the first generation since the 1970s to do better than their parents as young workers become more sought after and well paid. They may even see a surplus of housing to make their lives even easier after recent shortages.
Friends and family surround Tucker, Joey and Kelsi Pederson during the Hall of Fame induction Friday, Aug. 7 at River Cities Speedway in Grand Forks. Photo by Robert Dusso, Dusso Photography

Friends and family surround Tucker, Joey and Kelsi Pederson during the Hall of Fame induction Friday, Aug. 7 at River Cities Speedway in Grand Forks. Photo by Robert Dusso, Dusso Photography

Drayton native Julie Osowski Pederson inducted into River Cities Speedway Hall of Fame

When Julie Pederson first climbed behind the wheel of a racecar, it started with a challenge.The Drayton native's father, Dean Osowski, had raced stock cars and shared driving duties with one of Julie's classmates.
Dan Laudal, executive director and research professor with the University of North Dakota College of Engineering and Mines, provides a tour of the critical minerals research facility in Grand Forks on May 26, 2026, to Sen. Kevin Cramer, center, and Department of Defense official Michael Duffey. (Photo by Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor)

Dan Laudal, executive director and research professor with the University of North Dakota College of Engineering and Mines, provides a tour of the critical minerals research facility in Grand Forks on May 26, 2026, to Sen. Kevin Cramer, center, and Department of Defense official Michael Duffey. (Photo by Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor)

Fertilizer from coal a key part of North Dakota critical minerals processing plans

North Dakota’s abundant supply of lignite coal has been touted as a domestic source for critical minerals needed in magnets and electronics.But research at the University of North Dakota shows the potential for another lignite byproduct — fertilizer.UND has secured a contract with the U.S.
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Park River farmer joins North Dakota Soybean Council

Kevin Zikmund of Park River has been elected to the North Dakota Soybean Council, representing soybean producers in District 10, which includes Cavalier, Pembina and Walsh counties.Zikmund officially began his term July 1.
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Step back in time at Living History Day at the Pembina County Museum

Experience history brought to life during Living History Day at the Pembina County Museum on Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Admission is free, and visitors of all ages are invited to spend an afternoon exploring the people, places, and traditions that shaped Pembina County.
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Valley News & Views

Walsh County Gun Club results

After 12 weeks ending July 29, 2026Browning LeagueSkibicki Farm 125 Harriston 100 Stellen Farm 99 Polar 95 Troftgruben Farm 93 Johnny Bravoz 75 Larson Farm - Drayton 61 Larson Trailer Sales 24Top 10 shooters after 300 targets Grant Skibicki 287 Trevor Skorheim 278 Ryan Rosinski 275 Dewald Pottas...