Ask Rusty

Dear Rusty: I am looking for information on my Social Security survivor benefits from my husband. I just turned 65 and have been collecting my Social Security widow’s benefit since I was 60. Someone told me that I should take my own Social Security and half of my deceased husband’s.

Looking Back in Time

July 5, 1894 Drayton Echo Wednesday was a clear, fine day and a large crowd of people for the surrounding country and neighboring towns came to town early to enjoy the festivities of the day.

Tidbits from AMAC

Westward Ho! They don’t call Wyoming The Cowboy State for nothing; the state’s Wild West Heritage is well known and celebrated where you’d least expect it, says the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC].

Is Our Freedom Being Taken Away

There is a recent outcry of our freedom being removed. Hearing these cries makes me wonder exactly what freedom has been taken away. During the heights of COVID-19 leaders on every level had to make decisions. Decisions that affected many people.

Life in the Slow Lane?

Last summer we renovated out downstairs bathroom. It is a very tiny bathroom and storage has always been an issue.

Coronavirus ‘Ain’t Over Till It’s Over’

The literature created by Yankee Catcher Yogi Bera is more correct today than at any time in our national experience. While many North Dakotans are behaving as though the pandemic is over and it is safe to romp about without safeguards, it “ain’t over till it’s over”.

Looking Down Main

A few weeks ago, my trusty 1983 John Deere 212 garden tractor started to slow down, mind you it still worked fine, and I managed to get all of the mowing done. Last week things got worse and I barely managed to get all three yards done before the drive started jerking like a break dancer.

Letter to the Editor

I wish to make a statement about the COVID-19 situation. It’s real don’t take it lightly. We all know somebody who has or had an encounter with it in some fashion. I wish our Governor would mandate some simple concepts. Facemasks in particular and stay at home when you can!

Legislative Update

We have just finished the July 4th weekend and I am glad, despite these times, we were able to celebrate with a great parade in Park River and Bathgate as well as gather with family and friends. We must always honor the liberty and freedom we have and those that serve to protect it every day.!

Pastor Leroy’s Column

What does the Bible say about drinking alcohol? Some Christians want to drink, and are quick to ridicule anyone who says otherwise. Two examples from the Bible are commonly used to prove that Jesus and the New Testament endorse drinking.