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Johnny and Greg Osowski bond over a 28-inch Behemoth pizza at the Greater Grand Forks Fair. Photo by Katie Dahl

Johnny and Greg Osowski bond over a 28-inch Behemoth pizza at the Greater Grand Forks Fair. Photo by Katie Dahl

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Drayton father-son duo take on pizza challenge at Grand Forks Fair

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
It was a beautiful evening on Saturday, June 20, as people gathered at the Greater Grand Forks Fair for a fun-filled evening of rides, fair food, and various events. One of the events was the Boss Hog Pizza Challenge, which proved to be a spirited competition for one area father and son duo.
Attendees watch the 360 Rain autonomous irrigation applicator in action in SE North Dakota as part of the North Dakota Water Education Foundation 2025 Water Tour series. Photo provided by ND AgTech Engine.

Attendees watch the 360 Rain autonomous irrigation applicator in action in SE North Dakota as part of the North Dakota Water Education Foundation 2025 Water Tour series. Photo provided by ND AgTech Engine.

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NSF-backed AgTech Engine aims to make ND agricultural innovation hub

Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Goals of local development for a global competitive edgeFlorida got semiconductors, New York energy storage, North Carolina advanced textiles, Louisiana alternative fuels, Texas got defense and aerospace, among a few.
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Park River woman charged with assaulting law enforcement

Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
A Park River woman is facing multiple felony charges after threatening a person and assaulting deputies early Sunday morning, June 21.According to the criminal complaint in the case, Walsh County Deputies were called to the 300 block of Briggs Avenue South early Sunday morning, just before 1:30 a.m.
Members of the Charbonneau family pose outside of Walter Reade Theater with young family friend and first-time actress Juanita Selwyn of Yankton Sioux Tribe. Submitted photo

Members of the Charbonneau family pose outside of Walter Reade Theater with young family friend and first-time actress Juanita Selwyn of Yankton Sioux Tribe. Submitted photo

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Documentary featuring the story of nine Olga, N.D., sisters premieres to sold-out audience in New York City

Valley News And Views Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Film on boarding school survivors debuts at Lincoln Center, focusing on the sisters’ experiencesThe documentary “Nine Little Indians” made its world premiere to a sold-out audience on Wednesday, May 27 at the Walter Reade Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City, bringing...
Ty Thorlakson and Connor Breitenfeldt get into an endtoend battle. Photo by Larry Stokke

Ty Thorlakson and Connor Breitenfeldt get into an endtoend battle. Photo by Larry Stokke

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Walhalla Demolition Derby

Rebecca Davis
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Walhalla Demolition Derby returned to the Walhalla Industrial Park on Saturday, June 13, bringing a record number of competitors and plenty of excitement for spectators despite less-thanideal weather conditions.
Shannon Faller, high school principal for Alexander Public Schools in northwest North Dakota, testifies at a hearing on new proposed rules for four-day school weeks on June 4, 2026 at the North Dakota Capitol. (Photo by Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor)

Shannon Faller, high school principal for Alexander Public Schools in northwest North Dakota, testifies at a hearing on new proposed rules for four-day school weeks on June 4, 2026 at the North Dakota Capitol. (Photo by Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor)

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New rules for 4-day school weeks draw pushback from some rural North Dakota schools

Mary Steurer And Michelle Tom, North Dakota
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction is weighing new rules for four-day-a-week K-12 schools, but some educators say the proposed changes would unfairly burden rural schools.
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Card of Thanks

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Drayton Ambulance Service would like to thank the following for their memorials: LINDA STASKIVIGE MEMORIAL Pete and Marie Anderson ROBERT LASCH MEMORIAL Jason and Erica Cresap Mike and Julie VanEpps Dave and Jo Gibson Tim and Kathy Peterson Tammy Puppe Jeanne Lasch NEIL and DUANE CHRISTENSON...
Along the way | Pause and perseverance

Along the way | Pause and perseverance

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Along the way | Pause and perseverance

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
There are moments in time that test our resolve and our faith. They pull from us the very connection that lifts us up when we need it most.
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