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Drayton Math Track Meet participants and teachers

Drayton Math Track Meet participants and teachers

Drayton Math Track Meet participants and teachers

Titan girls take fifthBy Murph Thompson The Drayton-Valley/Edinburg Titans attended the Mike Grandall Invitational Track Meet at UND on Friday, March 20.The meet featured some of the best talent in the area, with just shy of 1,000 competitors at the meet.
The Bromfields (left to right: Bailey, Lori, Barrett and Braylynn) sell their freeze dried creations at a local vendor event. Submitted photo

The Bromfields (left to right: Bailey, Lori, Barrett and Braylynn) sell their freeze dried creations at a local vendor event. Submitted photo

Teamwork: Northern Lights Freeze Dried Creations, based in rural Drayton

The entrepreneurial spirit is not always an easy road but for one area woman and her family, starting a new business has been something they decided to do together. Not only has it had a successful start, but it has also been an excellent learning experience for their entire family.
Top to bottom: Chey Sehrt, Romann Carlson, Johnny Osowski, and Oakley Brown strike a pose during the final pass through at Grand March. Photo by Andrea Johnston

Top to bottom: Chey Sehrt, Romann Carlson, Johnny Osowski, and Oakley Brown strike a pose during the final pass through at Grand March. Photo by Andrea Johnston

2026 DPS Prom Pics

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Brooklynne Petersen, Jonah Rarick and Ruthie Rarick. Photo by Jamie Rarick

Brooklynne Petersen, Jonah Rarick and Ruthie Rarick. Photo by Jamie Rarick

Bombers’ Speech Team ends the season strong at May-Port CG

The Drayton Bomber Speech Team competed in its last regular-season meet on Saturday, March 21, at May-Port CG. The team had a successful day, with each competitor bringing home an award in some form.
North Dakota DOCR Director Colby Braun joins Shining Light staff and the first Academy cohort at Missouri River Correctional Center — to reflect on the journey and the impact the program has in their lives. Photo provided by Shining Light.

North Dakota DOCR Director Colby Braun joins Shining Light staff and the first Academy cohort at Missouri River Correctional Center — to reflect on the journey and the impact the program has in their lives. Photo provided by Shining Light.

After slow rollout, new criminal justice reentry programs begin to take shape

Aim is to deflect offenders from criminal justice system, help others reenterTwo sets of legislative measures approved in early 2025 aimed at keeping people out of the criminal justice system or helping offenders reenter society after time served are starting to roll out across the state.
From L-R: Aurora Jensen, Christine Jensen, Kolbie Dahl and Katie Dahl. Photo by Katie Dahl

From L-R: Aurora Jensen, Christine Jensen, Kolbie Dahl and Katie Dahl. Photo by Katie Dahl

Along the way | Fishing freedom

There are moments in time that heal and transform in profound ways. The sanctuary of presence is nestled in the masterpiece of our surroundings. It is there we often find the gracefi lled acknowledgment of something stronger and more courageous than the fear that too often holds us back.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

SENIOR MEALS MENU

Friday, March 20Lemon Pepper Fish Scalloped Potatoes Mixed Vegetables PearsMonday, March 23Sausage/Sauerkraut Mashed Potatoes Sweet Potatoes PeachesTuesday, March 24Swedish Meatballs Mashed Potatoes Green Beans PearsWednesday, March 25Pork Roast w/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Broccoli Mixed FruitThursday,...
Team Photo: Mrs. Rarick, Brooklynne Petersen, Stephanie Kissee, Jonah Rarick, Ruthie Rarick. Submitted photo

Team Photo: Mrs. Rarick, Brooklynne Petersen, Stephanie Kissee, Jonah Rarick, Ruthie Rarick. Submitted photo

Drayton Bomber Speech Team hosts Speech Meet

The Drayton Bomber Speech Team hosted a successful meet at Drayton School on Saturday, March 14. Twelve schools attended, bringing over 80 competitors and more than 115 entries.