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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Duane H.H. Lyon Hi happy Valley friends and newspaper neighbors! Thanks for showing up at our community meeting each week. My title and theme for this week’s write is “Knowing God.” Now, as most of us know, and the rest of you will find out soon, life is a struggle.
Tammy Puppe was one of several volunteers who kept very busy with the silent auction.

Tammy Puppe was one of several volunteers who kept very busy with the silent auction.

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Staskivige benefit hosted

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
By Hilary Nowatzki-May On Saturday, Jan. 27, the community of Drayton banded together in true small town North Dakota fashion to show as much support as they could for a beloved fellow resident, Donnie Staskivige. The Saturday benefit started off at 1 p.m.
Giving Hearts Day: Feb. 8

Giving Hearts Day: Feb. 8

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Giving Hearts Day: Feb. 8

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
First Care Health Center, Park River Good Samaritan Society, Park River Park River Bible Camp Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue Unity Medical Center Foundation Giving Hearts Day is a week away and that means a lot of last minute preparations for the 600+ participating charities.
on course for coffee

on course for coffee

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on course for coffee

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Latte lovers, coffee connoisseurs, and beverage enthusiasts of all kinds will be delighted to learn that plans are in the works for a cafe to add to the list of amenities in Drayton.
1878 Grocery Company receives WIC/SNAP Eligibility

1878 Grocery Company receives WIC/SNAP Eligibility

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1878 Grocery Company receives WIC/SNAP Eligibility

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
“It means the world to me to be able to assist,” - Vicki Giles, manager Since its opening, 1878 Grocery Company in Drayton has played an innovative part in our small community providing low prices, alternative options, great customer service, and specialty items.
Premier Specialty Vehicles’ Mark Rethwisch hands the keys for the new ambulance to Drayton Ambulance driver Paul Larocque.

Premier Specialty Vehicles’ Mark Rethwisch hands the keys for the new ambulance to Drayton Ambulance driver Paul Larocque.

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Drayton EMS gets a new set of wheels

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
First Type I, four wheel drive ambulance for town will improve response capabilities On Thursday, Jan. 25 Drayton EMS crew members eagerly awaited the arrival of their newest addition: a brand new ride.
Diseth wins poker player of the year

Diseth wins poker player of the year

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Diseth wins poker player of the year

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Duff Diseth of Edmore, has been named the 2023 Roughrider Poker Tour Player of the Year. With 686.47 total points, 13 cashes, three wins and $45,597 in season earnings, Diseth was awarded a $5,000 check on Jan. 13.
Randy Richards (left), policy director for U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, and Tom Brusegaard (right), regional director for U.S. Senator John Hoeven, congratulate Milken Educator Award recipient Katelyn Gorder. Photo courtesy of the Milken Family Foundation.

Randy Richards (left), policy director for U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, and Tom Brusegaard (right), regional director for U.S. Senator John Hoeven, congratulate Milken Educator Award recipient Katelyn Gorder. Photo courtesy of the Milken Family Foundation.

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Local teacher wins prestigious Milken Award

Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
By Mike Alan Steinfeldt North Dakota State School Superintendent Kiersten Baesler and other education officials paid a visit to Grafton High School On Wednesday, Jan. 17.
Pictured (L-R) Barb Rice, Rebecca Morstad, Maggie Iverson, Kami Guty, and Katelyn Mattern. Photo courtesy of Pierce County 4-H.

Pictured (L-R) Barb Rice, Rebecca Morstad, Maggie Iverson, Kami Guty, and Katelyn Mattern. Photo courtesy of Pierce County 4-H.

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Iverson and Morstad compete at 4-H Nationals

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
By Valley News & Views Staff Maggie Iverson and Rebecca Morstad from Cavalier County competed at 4-H Nationals in Denver, Colo. during the first week in January. They competed as part of the Sr. Horse Judging team from Pierce County 4-H.
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