City of Drayton unofficial results of Dec. 16, 2025, Special Election

The unofficial results of the Special Election held on Dec. 16 are as follows: A total of 95 voters voted in favor of the proposed 2% sales and use tax increase, as outlined in Ordinance No. 49, for the purpose of funding city infrastructure projects and maintenance.

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Nearly 1,300 Students and Advisors attend 2025 NDASC Annual Conference in Bismarck

The North Dakota Association of Student Councils (NDASC) held its annual conference from Dec.7-9, 2025, drawing close to 1,300 students and advisors from over 79 schools across the state. The event took place at the Bismarck Hotel and Convention Center.

Rural grocery study identifies opportunities to strengthen local stores

The Red River Regional Council A recent study conducted by the Nelson and Pembina County JDAs, with support from Dr. Kendra Rosencrans of the Red River Regional Council, examined the financial health and community role of seven rural grocery stores—four in Nelson County and three in Pembina County.

DPS students reach for the stars

Drayton Public School elementary students are being recognized in a big way after demonstrating strong academic growth this fall.

News Briefs

Man allegedly responsible for two Spirit Lake Nation deathsSt. Michael resident D’Angelo James Hunt, 26, has been indicted on more charges and is now being accused of the deaths of two members of the Spirit Lake Nation.

USDA approves North Dakota request to ban candy, soda purchases with SNAP

By Jeff Beech/North Dakota Monitor North Dakotans receiving federal food assistance will not be able to use those benefits to pay for candy, soda and some other foods, after the state implements changes approved by the Trump administration.The U.S.

December Legislative update

Submitted by District 19 Senator Janne Myrdal Looking out my window today, the blowing snow is announcing that winter is truly here. We finished a super late harvest a week after Thanksgiving, and I am so very grateful snow stayed away until now. But where has this year gone? It's almost 2026!