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Prism of prose

Clint Van Camp

Thursday, April 17, 2025

AllthingswerecreatedinGod’swisdom through Christ. As the world departs from the wisdom of God deterioration of creation becomes more prevalent. The widening gap between man and God leads to destruction. The thread of God’s wisdom is what brings all things together in harmony.

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From the pastor’s desk

Pastor Leroy Aufenkamp

Thursday, April 17, 2025

As Jesus descended the Mount of Olives on the donkey, hundreds, if not thousands, of men, women, and children lined the pathway shouting praises and glorifying God, saying, “Blessed be the King that cometh in the name of the Lord: peace in heaven, and glory in the highest” (Luke 19:38).

Students of the Month at DPS

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Students of the Month at DPS

News Staff

Thursday, April 17, 2025

The Drayton Education Association would like to announce the March DEA Students of the Month.

In the month of Mch,ar the Drayton High School Library put on a 'Best Bracket' contest, with students and staff voting on their favorite books after filling out brackets with their predicted results. The competition was tough, but the overall choice for best book was The Outsiders, by S.E. Hinton. Winners of the bracket contest are pictured as follows: Jonah, Alyssa, Hunter, and Chey. Thank you to everyone who participated and congratulations to the winners!

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In the month of Mch

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Thursday, April 17, 2025

North Dakota outdoors: Electronic posting for 2025 is now open

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North Dakota outdoors: Electronic posting for 2025 is now open

Doug Leier

Thursday, April 17, 2025

In a perfect world everyone would get a buck tag and a stringer full of walleyes. But as much as we nod and smile we acknowledge not everyone wants a buck tag and there are some anglers who would take a few nice crappie, perch or (gasp) pike.

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Titans attend Don Kerlin Invitational Track Meet at Mayville

Murph Thompson

Thursday, April 17, 2025

Brady Reilly qualifies for the State Track MeetDVE senior sprinter Brady Reilly continues to have a stellar season. Brady won the 400 meter dash running a :51.81 (state qualifying standard :52.24). Brady’s time set a new school record, old record Brady :51.93 set in 2024.

High school students helped with a limbo contest in the halls during Drayton School's family night. Photo by Jamie Rarick

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Family Fun Night held at DPS

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Thursday, April 17, 2025

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End of an era

Christine Jensen

Thursday, April 17, 2025

Edward Albert wrote, “The simple act of caring is heroic.” For doctors and nurses alike, who have spent their lives caring for patients and maintaining integrity for their work and ethical standards through helping people, those words maintain a special symbolism for their life's work. Dr.

WINNER!

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WINNER!

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Thursday, April 17, 2025

Mia Johnson, a 3rd grader at Drayton Public School, won the Ice Bag Cover Contest with a fantastic brushed flannel piece. Mia is the daughter of Yvonne Johnson, who also works at the school. She and her mom are already measuring and cutting more covers. Mia won the prize of $25.00.

Locals voice support for veterans at a Hands Off protest near the Veterans Memorial Bridge between Fargo and Moorhead on April 5. Approximately 2,000 people attended the rally voicing opposition to a variety of actions of the new Trump administration. Photo Sabrina Halvorson, NDNC CEO.

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Proposed VA staffing cuts have ND veterans worried

Michael Standaert, North Dakota

Thursday, April 17, 2025

Current excellent care could erode, they sayNews Cooperative Expected cuts of between 70,000 to over 80,000 workers from U.S.Department of Veterans Affairs to bring staffing down to 2019 levels by the end of August have some North Dakota veterans concerned that care could erode.

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