August 21, 2026
Festival-goers raise their mugs for a community toast during Munich’s annual Oktoberfest celebration. Photo by Larry Stokke
Billie, left, and Truper may be generations apart, but they keep life interesting for owner Taylor Danielson. Nearly 13-year-old Billie enjoys snacks, naps and cuddles, while 3-month-old Truper prefers mischief, including removing plants from vases, tormenting Billie and collecting deer sheds. Photo submitted by Taylor Danielson
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Abby Peterson completed a summer of work at United Communications, following in the footsteps of her late mother, Tonya Peterson, a beloved former employee remembered for her contagious laugh and intelligence. Photo courtesy of United & Turtle Mountain Communications.
UTTC International Powwow. Credit: ND Tourism P9081283_CC
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The Honeycomb Hair Salon’s “Beauty for Backpacks” donation bin is filling with supplies for area schools. Throughout August, the salon will donate one school supply for every service booked. Submitted photo.
The Senate Agriculture Committee clashed over SNAP error rate policy, and failed to advance updated farm bill legislation. (Photo by Cami Koons/Iowa Capital Dispatch)
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Festival-goers raise their mugs for a community toast during Munich’s annual Oktoberfest celebration. Photo by Larry Stokke
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Body Intermittent rain and cooler temperatures did not stop Munich’s annual Oktoberfest celebration, as organizers made several adjustments to keep all of the evening’s scheduled activities on track. “It was a great time, despite a little rain off and on,” Kyza Zimmer said.
Billie, left, and Truper may be generations apart, but they keep life interesting for owner Taylor Danielson. Nearly 13-year-old Billie enjoys snacks, naps and cuddles, while 3-month-old Truper prefers mischief, including removing plants from vases, tormenting Billie and collecting deer sheds. Photo submitted by Taylor Danielson
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