Echoes from the past | May 7 - May 13

A look back at national, state and local history from this week in years past.National HistoryMay 13, 1846 - U.S.

From the pastor’s desk

Judah’s king, Hezekiah, having miraculously recovered from a deadly illness, after earnestly praying, was thrilled when the king of a distant empire sent messengers with gifts to congratulate him on his recovery.

Prism of prose: Navigation

By Clint Van Camp(1 Corinthians 15:57, NKJV)Turbulent seas can be a hazard to ships, much like afflictions of a soul. Like a navigator directing a ship the LORD takes the righteous through affliction. “Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him out of them all.

KidsTalkAboutGod

How does your mom show love like God does?“If my mom loves like God, that means she probably needs a nap sometimes too,” said Olivia, 6. “Because loving people all day is hard work!”Moms are some of the hardestworking people on earth.

Drayton Public School’s Class of 2026

Pembina County Sheriff candidates share views, part one

Mortensen featured this week, Ramsay answers next weekVoters in Pembina County will choose their next sheriff this year, selecting the candidate they believe will provide strong leadership for the county’s future.Current Sheriff Terry Meidinger, who has served since 2015, is not seeking re-election.

Step into the past with May programs at Pembina State Museum

Saturdays in May are bringing history to life at the Pembina State Museum, where visitors can step back in time through hands-on activities, games and demonstrations.

Walsh County Commissioners recommend that judgeship remain in Grafton

At its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 21, Walsh County commissioners passed a motion to have a letter drafted to the North Dakota Supreme Court, urging that the judgeship being vacated by Judge Barbara Whelan remain in Walsh County in Grafton.