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Sophia Wilson, competing in goat tying at the Wojo Rodeo in Middle River. Submitted photo

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Strength and courage

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Strength comes in all shapes and sizes. For one area youth, it has been a characteristic from a very young age and now will be a useful trait to possess as she moves into the next stage of her life where she hopes to continue a lifelong passion.

Pembina State Museum to host ‘Make Your Own Bead Buddies’

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Pembina State Museum to host ‘Make Your Own Bead Buddies’

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

The public is invited to “Make Your Own Bead Buddies” at the Pembina State Museum on Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Create a beadwork animal or flower key chain with pony beads while learning about traditional beadwork art and the fur trade.

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St. Thomas man arrested by FBI

Nick Vorlage

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

A St. Thomas man made his initial appearance in federal court on June 17 after allegedly threatening a member of the US Attorney’s Office for the District of North Dakota.Charles Dalzell, 46, was apprehended by FBI agents on Monday, June 16.

Session two at the International Music Camp

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Session two at the International Music Camp

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Concert Band, Drumline, Drama, and Creative WritingSession two at the International Music Camp begins June 22 and has four different programs for students to expand their musical and artistic talents. Concert Band, Drumline, Drama, and Creative Writing are all offered during the week-long session.

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‘Gingras Days’ events planned in Walhalla

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

The public is invited to celebrate “Gingras Days” July 5 and 6 at state historic sites near Walhalla. The event is free, and all ages are welcome.The Gingras Trading Post State Historic Site, located just 1.5 miles northeast of Walhalla, features the historic Gingras home and trading post.

Ryan Magnus, new manager of Frost Fire Park. Submitted photo

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Frost Fire Park names new general manager

Rebecca Davis

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Frost Fire Park is entering a new era under the leadership of Ryan Magnus, its newly appointed general manager. A familiar face with deep ties to the community, Magnus brings a blend of passion, experience, and hometown pride to the role; he has big dreams for what Frost Fire can become.

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Crookston man found guilty of violent attack

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

33 year old Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa on October 15, 2023 left a bar in Grand Forks with a woman on the pretence that he was going to drive her home. Instead, he took her back to his residence, attacked her and attempted to sexually assault her on a mattress he had on his basement floor.

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Support for those affected by recent storms

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

FirstLink extends support to all individuals, families, and communities impacted by the recent severe storms across North Dakota. As neighbors begin to clean up and recover, they send one message: you are not alone.Disasters don’t just affect homes and roads, they affect hearts and minds, too.

North Dakota’s breeding duck numbers decline again

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North Dakota’s breeding duck numbers decline again

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s 78th annual spring breeding duck survey conducted in May showed an index of about 2.66 million birds, down from 2.9 million in 2024 and 3.4 million in 2023.

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Check for storm damage and file insurance claims promptly

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Following the recent severe storms that swept across parts of North Dakota, Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread is urging residents to inspect their property for damage and begin the insurance claims process as soon as possible.

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