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2nd Quarter 2025

2nd Quarter 2025

2nd Quarter 2025

“A”7th GradeLeylani Balli Barrett Bromfield Levi Detwiler Shawn Patterson Zane Peterson8th GradeReegan Aasand Tess Sehrt9th GradeLucas DeSouza Melissa DeSouza Violet Hoyles Gunnar Kuznia Peyton Larson10th GradeMax Foss-Pokrzywinski Carter Johnson11th GradeTaylor Hermanson Alyssa Hoyles Stephanie...
An encampment at a lodge in the redwood trees near Occidental, CA. Photo by John Shafer

An encampment at a lodge in the redwood trees near Occidental, CA. Photo by John Shafer

Prism of prose

EncampmentMy friend from the Netherlands once told me with a clear Dutch accent; “The Van Camps live inland near Belgium. Their name means out in the field.” A camp in our culture refers to a quiet place of rest or a stopover destination to relax.
From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

Millions are excited about the thought of the incoming Administration and what it may mean for America. To them it holds the promise of a renewed America and a return to America’s long held values.
Together with their parents, seniors Greta Burrell, Easton Larson, Aleah Pokrzywinski, Hannah Myrdal, and Reese Fering were recognized on Senior Night before the game in Crystal Jan. 24. Photo by Jamie Rarick

Together with their parents, seniors Greta Burrell, Easton Larson, Aleah Pokrzywinski, Hannah Myrdal, and Reese Fering were recognized on Senior Night before the game in Crystal Jan. 24. Photo by Jamie Rarick

SENIOR NIGHT

Trenton Keena chipped in seven points in the game against the LEM Cards. Photo by Larry Stokke

Trenton Keena chipped in seven points in the game against the LEM Cards. Photo by Larry Stokke

Titan boys hit tough patch

The Drayton-Valley-Edinburg (D-V-E) Titans boys’ basketball team has hit a tough patch in the 2024-25 campaign dropping four-straight games, going back to January 21.Langdon 71, D-V-E 47The Titans struggled on on the road on Tuesday, Jan. 21, falling to the Langdon Area Cardinals, 71-47.
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

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

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

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.