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Caring for Community

Caring for Community

Caring for Community

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Anthony J. D'Angelo once wrote, “Without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community.”For several area businesses, those words ring true in the capacity to change and upgrade the look of their hometown.
Drew Passa

Drew Passa

Drew Passa

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Drew Passa, a recent graduate from DPS qualified for state at the Lakota State Qualifier on May 9 shooting at 75 through 18 holes. A 79 or lower is needed to qualify for state.He’ll compete in the State Golf Tournament in Jamestown June 3 and 4. Good luck Drew!
DPS Class of 2025

DPS Class of 2025

DPS Class of 2025

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Graduation Sunday at Drayton Public SchoolBy Andrea Johnston The commencement ceremony for the class of 2025 was held at Drayton gym on Sunday, May 25.
Drew Passa, submitted photo

Drew Passa, submitted photo

Interpretive panels to present history of Fort Pembina

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Two interpretive panels presenting the history of Fort Pembina and the Pembina Municipal Airport, featuring photos and narrative, will be unveiled on May 30 at 5:15 p.m. at the Pembina Municipal Airport, located at 10597 159th Ave NE. The public is invited to attend the short program and unveiling.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Red River Farm Network

News Staff
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
In the markup of its budget reconciliation bill, the biggest point of contention was a $300 billion whack to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson made two points: SNAP is not working, and the farm safety net needs to be strengthened.
90% of North Dakota’s soybean production leaves the state, with about two-thirds shipped to China and countries in Southeast Asia.

90% of North Dakota’s soybean production leaves the state, with about two-thirds shipped to China and countries in Southeast Asia.

Soybean market changing for North Dakota farmers but China and tariffs still loom large

Jeff Beach, Nd Monitor
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Opening of soybean crush plants provides optionsSoybean grower Jim Thompson said there is no way to replace a customer the size of China, but North Dakota farmers have more options than they did in the 2018 Trump administration trade war.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

North Dakota crop progress and condition report

News Staff
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
For the week ending May 18, 2025, there were 3.6 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 2% very short, 16% short, 70% adequate, and 12% surplus.
Whether it's a fawn, baby bird, rabbit, or duckling, the key to handling these situations is restraint.

Whether it's a fawn, baby bird, rabbit, or duckling, the key to handling these situations is restraint.

Your encounter with baby wild animals

Doug Leier, North Dakota Game And Fish Department
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Springtime into early summer is when we start seeing baby birds, bunnies, fawn deer, ducklings and goslings making their way into the world. While it's heartwarming to spot these tiny creatures, many people don't know what to do when they come across one.
Mac Vold, son of Matt and Maggie Vold, was one of the young performers at the DPS talent show May 14. Photo by Christine Jensen

Mac Vold, son of Matt and Maggie Vold, was one of the young performers at the DPS talent show May 14. Photo by Christine Jensen

Annual talent show merits rewards

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Everyone has special gifts. For Drayton Public School (DPS), showcasing those talents at their annual Talent Show has been rewarding on many levels for both students and teachers alike.Katie Dahl, fourth grade teacher at DPS, headed this year's talent show.
Giles, who has been operating TGTECH out of his home has moved into a downtown Drayton location. Photo by Christine Jensen

Giles, who has been operating TGTECH out of his home has moved into a downtown Drayton location. Photo by Christine Jensen

TGTECH opens office in Drayton

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Technology can sometimes feel like a puzzle but for one area resident, putting the pieces back together is part of the thrill of what started out as a hobby and has turned into a small business which recently found a new location in Drayton.
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