Gov. Burgum signs executive order to look into recent federal policies

BISMARCK -- Gov. Doug Burgum signed an executive order on Feb. 2 directing North Dakota’s state agencies to examine the impact of President Joseph Biden’s recent executive orders.

Tree Committee held meeting

The Tree Committee met on January 28, 2021: The plan for 2021 is to set up a date for Arbor Day, remove hazardous trees from city berms, as the Park Board if they want new trees planted, move trees from the nurs-ery to the golf course and put on a fall pruning clinic.

Looking Back in Time

The revival meetings are going right along at the Methodist church in Drayton with an interest that seems to be gradually expanding into great spiritual success. Truly may we say the spirit of the Lord is being poured out abundantly and many are seeking the welfare of their immortal souls. J.D.

The Return of Masks at DPS

By Natasha Knudson Last week, our state and school mask mandate was lifted. For one whole week, we were able to attend classes without our masks on. But, unfortunately Pembina County Board decided to enforce a new mask mandate for the entire county.

Finalists Picked For Two Seats on ND Board of Higher Education

BISMARCK, N.D., Jan. 28, 2021 - State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler said a nominating committee has recommended four finalists for two positions on North Dakota’s Board of Higher Education.

Rendezvous Region wall mural design contest in Drayton

The Rendezvous Region Tourism Council is seeking artists to help design a unique piece of public art that represents the culture and vitality of the city of Drayton and the surrounding Rendezvous Region.

Trial for a former president?

Does the U.S. Senate have the authority to hold an impeachment trial for former President Donald Trump? Good-faith arguments have been advanced by both sides in this growing debate, which invites close scrutiny of the scope of the Senate’s power under the Impeachment Clause.

Polar to Sponsor Student for FRS Youth Tour

Park River, ND - January 27, 2021- The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Youth Tour brings more than 100 high school students from rural communities across the nation to Washington, DC, for five days to learn about legislative and government processes and the importance of quality broadband...