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Sludge buildup in the sanitary sewer is caused by slow water flow through the pipe. Slow flow allows solids to settle into the pipe and will cause sewage backup. Photo courtesy of Moore Engineering.

Sludge buildup in the sanitary sewer is caused by slow water flow through the pipe. Slow flow allows solids to settle into the pipe and will cause sewage backup. Photo courtesy of Moore Engineering.

Infrastructure improvement project update

Andrea Johnston
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Drayton City Council allocates sales taxMoore Engineering has concluded its study of four key elements of the upcoming street improvement project.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Red River Farm Network

News Staff
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
More flexibility for climate smart farming practices/Canola left out – USDA’s new interim rule for climate-smart crops provides more flexibility for farmers.
Automation Tax Credit applications due this month

Automation Tax Credit applications due this month

Automation Tax Credit applications due this month

News Staff
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
The deadline for primary sector businesses wishing to utilize the Automation Tax Credit is approaching. Completed tax credit applications for automation equipment purchased in 2024 must be submitted by Jan. 31, 2025.
Legislative update from Jana Myrdal

Legislative update from Jana Myrdal

Legislative update from Jana Myrdal

Submitted To Valley News & Views 1/19/2025
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
While winter is showing its' fury with bitter cold, we finished the second week of the legislative session. We have gaveled in only six days and acted on mostly 'easy' bills. However, as always, some that are before us are controversial. I will share about some of these here.
Gov. Kelly Armstrong presents his 2025-27 executive budget recommendation to the Legislature's Joint House-Senate Appropriations Committee on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, in the Brynhild Haugland Room at the North Dakota Capitol in Bismarck.

Gov. Kelly Armstrong presents his 2025-27 executive budget recommendation to the Legislature's Joint House-Senate Appropriations Committee on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, in the Brynhild Haugland Room at the North Dakota Capitol in Bismarck.

Armstrong’s executive budget highlighted by property tax relief, infrastructure and housing investments

News Staff
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Budget process involved reducing additional FTEs and spending in multiple areas; proposal funds new housing solutions, educational opportunitiesGov.
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Valley News & Views

House Bill 11-01 failed to pass

Andrea Johnston
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Kratom will not be labeled a Schedule 1 controlled substanceKratom, an herbal substance mostly sold as a nutritional supplement often in the form of a gummy or tables was the subject of House Bill 1101 this month.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Remove gear from wildlife management areas

News Staff
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Tree stands, blinds, steps, and other personal items such as cameras, must be removed from all wildlife management areas by Jan. 31.Items not removed by then are considered abandoned property and are subject to removal and confiscation by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Drayton School Openings

Paraprofessional
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Music TeacherDrayton School seeks a music teacher for Pre-K up through 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year.Submit resume to: michael.babinski@dps19.comDrayton School seeks a paraprofessional to make a positive difference in students’ lives!
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