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From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

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From the pastor’s desk

Leroy Aufenkamp
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Recently a religious leader said that “Jesus does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war”. Is that an accurate reflection of what the Bible says about God and war? I want to look at several passages.
Jerimiah Johnson is a senior at Drayton Public School. Johnson will be the only student representing not just his school, but the entire state of North Dakota, among approximately 200 competitors from across the country. Submitted photo

Jerimiah Johnson is a senior at Drayton Public School. Johnson will be the only student representing not just his school, but the entire state of North Dakota, among approximately 200 competitors from across the country. Submitted photo

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Drayton senior to represent North Dakota at national culinary competition

Rebecca Davis
Thursday, April 23, 2026
While many seniors are counting down the days until graduation, Jerimiah Johnson is preparing for something much bigger — representing North Dakota on a national culinary stage.
Calvin Helm is entertained by his big brother Henry Helm's presentation about the first astronaut on the moon, Neil Armstrong. Photo by Jamie Rarick

Calvin Helm is entertained by his big brother Henry Helm's presentation about the first astronaut on the moon, Neil Armstrong. Photo by Jamie Rarick

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History comes alive at Drayton Public School

Christine Jensen
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Students take part in Living History MuseumDrayton Public School's elementary hallway was transformed on April 17 when students dressed up as their favorite historic figures to give short presentations and bring history to life for students, staff, and family members.
Maggie Vold pictured with her family. Photo by Christine Jensen

Maggie Vold pictured with her family. Photo by Christine Jensen

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America's favorite teacher

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
By Christine Jensen For one area woman who loves her job as a teacher, signing up to be in the running for America's Favorite Teacher was a way for her to help bring students a special event featuring a well-known scientist.
Fighting through the wind and cold, sprinters, including DVE junior Trenten Keena, rounded the track during the Mens 200m dash. Keena earned a 7th-place finish in the competitive event. Photo by Jamie Rarick

Fighting through the wind and cold, sprinters, including DVE junior Trenten Keena, rounded the track during the Mens 200m dash. Keena earned a 7th-place finish in the competitive event. Photo by Jamie Rarick

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Titans qualify four athletes for State Meet battling Mother Nature in start to Outdoor Track season

Murph Thompson
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Spartan Classic Elizabeth Fedje — 1st, 300 hurdles (:46.44), state qualifying and new venue record (previous: :46.74, Julia Skari, Jamestown, 2025); 1st, high jump (5’0”), state qualifying; 3rd, long jump (16’7.25”), state qualifying and new Titan record (previous: 15’8”, Taylor Reilly, 2018).
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Games of Pembina’s past: Faro and Frontier Gambling

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Shuffle your way into the past at the Pembina State Museum during “Games of Pembina's Past: Faro and Frontier Gambling” on Saturday, April 18. Drop in anytime between 1 and 4 p.m. to learn how to play faro, a popular and fast-paced game of chance from Pembina’s frontier days.
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CDL Training Program aims to address workforce needs

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
The Cavalier County Job Development Authority is preparing to launch a local commercial driver’s license (CDL) training program aimed at addressing workforce shortages in key industries across the state.
Michelle Wagner, left, carries boxes of signed petitions for a proposed ballot measure to make public school breakfasts and lunches free in North Dakota on April 9, 2026, at the Capitol. To her right is Amy Jacobson and Ashley Gaschk. All three are members of the sponsoring committee for the measure. Photo by Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor

Michelle Wagner, left, carries boxes of signed petitions for a proposed ballot measure to make public school breakfasts and lunches free in North Dakota on April 9, 2026, at the Capitol. To her right is Amy Jacobson and Ashley Gaschk. All three are members of the sponsoring committee for the measure. Photo by Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor

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Free school meals backers deliver signatures, paving way for fall vote in ND

Mary Steurer, North Dakota Monitor
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
North Dakotans could vote this November on whether public schools should provide free meals after an advocacy organization on Thursday submitted thousands of signatures to the Secretary of State’s Office.
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