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Name released in inmate death at Walsh County jail

Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
On Wednesday, Oct. 8, the Walsh County Sheriff’s office released the name of the inmate that died while in Custody on Sunday, Oct. 5 in the Jail at the Walsh County Law Enforcement Center in Grafton.Shortly after 10:30 a.m.
Students got an opportunity for hands-on experience at Woodside Industries. Submitted photo

Students got an opportunity for hands-on experience at Woodside Industries. Submitted photo

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Eighth annual Pembina-Walsh Manufacturing Day inspires future workforce

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
A total of 215 seventh-grade students from nine area schools participated in the eighth annual Pembina-Walsh Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) event on Wednesday, Oct. 1. This national initiative aims to change perceptions of the manufacturing industry and inspire the next generation of skilled workers.
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Park River Optometrist announces retirement

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
It has now been 35 years since Dr. Dori Carlson and Dr. Mark Helgeson opened Heartland Eye Care in the basement of St. Ansgar's Hospital in Park River. It was a tiny space that allowed one exam room, limited reception seating and a small optical display area.
Certified community health workers are an effective solution to healthcare gaps.

Certified community health workers are an effective solution to healthcare gaps.

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Community Health Worker Certification now available

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced that the Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification application is now available online marking an important step in strengthening the state’s health workforce and improving access to care and support.
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Park River man arrested on Arson and other charges

Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
A Park River man was arrest on six different felonies, including arson, following a wild incident that happened Saturday, Oct. 4 in Park River.Just before 6 p.m., Walsh County deputies were called to 119 Pine Street in Park River on the report of a structure fire.
Pumpkin carving scheduled at Pembina State Museum

Pumpkin carving scheduled at Pembina State Museum

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Pumpkin carving scheduled at Pembina State Museum

News Staff
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
The public is invited to Pembina State Museum on Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for a for a pumpkin-filled day of creativity and Halloween spirit. Pumpkins will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, with all the tools and painting supplies you need to carve or decorate your creation.
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Grafton man charged with DUI after beet truck rollover

Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
A Grafton man was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after rolling a sugar beet truck Thursday morning just east of Grafton.First responders were called out just before 9 a.m. about one mile east of Grafton for a beet truck rollover.
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Death at Walsh County jail under investigation

Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
The Walsh County Sheriff’s Office and the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation are investigating the death of an inmate at the jail located in the Walsh County Law Enforcement Center in Grafton.According to a press release, shortly after 10:30 a.m.
Divided Walsh County Commission moves forward with jail project

Divided Walsh County Commission moves forward with jail project

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Divided Walsh County Commission moves forward with jail project

News Staff
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
By Mike Alan Steinfeldt The Walsh County Commission, on a split 3-2 vote, has approved the architect for the revised, 46bed Walsh County Jail Project.At a special meeting on Tuesday, Sept.
Former U.S. Customs Building. Submitted Photo

Former U.S. Customs Building. Submitted Photo

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Gift enlivens downtown Pembina

News Staff
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
“With a great gift comes great responsibility” is one way to re-interpret Uncle Bill’s caution to Spiderman.The Fort Pembina Historical Society (FPHS) knows. They were given a great gift.
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