Audrey Emerson, Miss North Dakota’s Teen USA. Photo by Brittani Link

Audrey Emerson, Miss North Dakota’s Teen USA. Photo by Brittani Link

What started with a county fair pageant for a young girl in 4-H has led to a state title for 15-year-old Audrey Emerson of Pembina. Emerson was recently crowned Miss North Dakota’s Teen USA, earning the opportunity to represent North Dakota at the national competition in Miami, Florida, later this…
Marilyn Ruth Dietz

Marilyn Ruth Dietz

A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Brooks Funeral Home in Langdon, N.D., for Marilyn Dietz, 79, who passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, in Grand Forks, N.D. Inurnment will be held at Lebanon Cemetery in Langdon.Marilyn Ruth was born on August 14, 1946, to…
Langdon Hardware & Rental celebrated 20 years of serving the community June 16-20 with special promotions, food fresh off the grill and homemade ice cream. The locally owned business thanked customers for two decades of support during the anniversary celebration. Submitted photo

Langdon Hardware & Rental celebrated 20 years of serving the community June 16-20 with special promotions, food fresh off the grill and homemade ice cream. The locally owned business thanked customers for two decades of support during the anniversary celebration. Submitted photo

What began as a vision to provide quality products and dependable service has grown into one of Langdon's most familiar and trusted businesses. Langdon Hardware recently celebrated its 20th anniversary with a weeklong event featuring sales, giveaways, food fresh off the grill and homemade ice cream…
The beautifully restored interior of Walhalla's historic Walla Theatre awaits audiences this summer as Frost Fire Summer Theatre returns to the landmark venue for its production of Come From Away. Originally opened in 1949, the theater has served as a centerpiece for arts and entertainment in the community for generations. Submitted photo

The beautifully restored interior of Walhalla's historic Walla Theatre awaits audiences this summer as Frost Fire Summer Theatre returns to the landmark venue for its production of Come From Away. Originally opened in 1949, the theater has served as a centerpiece for arts and entertainment in the community for generations. Submitted photo

WALHALLA — Frost Fire Summer Theatre is preparing for a busy summer season filled with live theater, community outreach and expanded arts opportunities, highlighted by its production of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Come From Away.Now in full rehearsal, the production will return to…
First- and second-grade girls. Photo by Larry Stokke

First- and second-grade girls. Photo by Larry Stokke

A young red fox pauses for a look after wandering into the yard of Sheri Boettcher near Mount Carmel. Photo by Sheri Boettcher

A young red fox pauses for a look after wandering into the yard of Sheri Boettcher near Mount Carmel. Photo by Sheri Boettcher

Readers responded to a call for Nature Photography Day submissions on The Borderland Press Facebook page, and these three photos earned a place in this week's paper.
Presented by Frost Fire Summer TheatreLocationWalla Theatre, 909 Central Ave.,Walhalla, N.D.Performance DatesJuly 8, July 11, July 12, July 15, July 18, July 19, July 22 Free student matinee, opportunity, July 25, July 26, July 29Show Times2 p.m. and 7 p.m.Dinner and a showPre-show meals will be…
Florida got semiconductors, New York energy storage, North Carolina advanced textiles, Louisiana alternative fuels, Texas got defense and aerospace. North Dakota, beating out 179 other proposals from around the country, got advanced agriculture. On farms across North Dakota, researchers and…
Photo by Larry Stokke

Photo by Larry Stokke

First Flight – Champions with a score of 59 Ethen Askvig, Dyson Askvig, Kyle Rollness, Korbyn RollnessFirst Flight – Second Place with a score of 61 Brandon Downs, Joel Smith, Travis Stegman, Tim SpicerFirst Flight – Third Place with a score of 61 Lucas Mikkelsen, Kade Pengilly, Logan Waslaski,…
Results after 6 Weeks | Ending June 17, 2026BROWNING LEAGUETeam StandingsSkibicki Farm — 63 Johnny Bravoz — 53 Stellen Farm — 51 Harriston — 50 Polar — 48 Troftgruben Farm — 45 Larson Farm-Drayton — 26 Larson Trailer Sales — 0Top 10 Shooters (150 targets) Grant Skibicki — 144 Trevor Skorheim — 138…
Results after 5 Weeks | Ending June 14, 2026BROWNING LEAGUETeam StandingsSkibicki Farm – 51 Harriston – 45 Johnny Bravoz – 45 Polar – 43 Stellen Farm – 39 Troftgruben Farm – 33 Larson Farm – Drayton – 24 Larson Trailer Sales – 0Top 10 Shooters After 125 Targets Grant Skibicki – 119 Trevor Skorheim…
Langdon Hardware & Rental celebrated 20 years of serving the community June 16-20 with special promotions, food fresh off the grill and homemade ice cream. The locally owned business thanked customers for two decades of support during the anniversary celebration. Submitted photo

Langdon Hardware & Rental celebrated 20 years of serving the community June 16-20 with special promotions, food fresh off the grill and homemade ice cream. The locally owned business thanked customers for two decades of support during the anniversary celebration. Submitted photo

What began as a vision to provide quality products and dependable service has grown into one of…
The beautifully restored interior of Walhalla's historic Walla Theatre awaits audiences this summer as Frost Fire Summer Theatre returns to the landmark venue for its production of Come From Away. Originally opened in 1949, the theater has served as a centerpiece for arts and entertainment in the community for generations. Submitted photo

The beautifully restored interior of Walhalla's historic Walla Theatre awaits audiences this summer as Frost Fire Summer Theatre returns to the landmark venue for its production of Come From Away. Originally opened in 1949, the theater has served as a centerpiece for arts and entertainment in the community for generations. Submitted photo

WALHALLA — Frost Fire Summer Theatre is preparing for a busy summer season filled with live theater…
Theo Romfo delivers a strike during Langdon Area/Munich’s victory over Grafton on June 11. Photo by Larry Stokke

Theo Romfo delivers a strike during Langdon Area/Munich’s victory over Grafton on June 11. Photo by Larry Stokke

American Legion baseball got going for the Langdon Post 98 Red Sox, as they had four games at home…
Audrey Emerson, Miss North Dakota’s Teen USA. Photo by Brittani Link

Audrey Emerson, Miss North Dakota’s Teen USA. Photo by Brittani Link

Pembina Teen crowned Miss North Dakota’s Teen USA

Body
What started with a county fair pageant for a young girl in 4-H has led to a state title for 15-year-old Audrey Emerson of Pembina. Emerson was recently crowned Miss North Dakota’s Teen USA, earning the opportunity to represent North Dakota at the national competition in Miami, Florida, later this summer.
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks from the Cross Hall of the White House on April 1, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Trump is set to visit North Dakota on July 1 ahead of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. (Photo by Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images)

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks from the Cross Hall of the White House on April 1, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Trump is set to visit North Dakota on July 1 ahead of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. (Photo by Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images)

President Donald Trump to visit North Dakota July 1 ahead of Roosevelt library opening

Body
President Donald Trump will visit the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in western North Dakota on July 1, Freedom 250 announced this weekend. Trump will join other “distinguished guests” at the library in Medora, the announcement said.
A young red fox pauses for a look after wandering into the yard of Sheri Boettcher near Mount Carmel. Photo by Sheri Boettcher

A young red fox pauses for a look after wandering into the yard of Sheri Boettcher near Mount Carmel. Photo by Sheri Boettcher

Borderland photographers showcase nature's beauty

Body
Readers responded to a call for Nature Photography Day submissions on The Borderland Press Facebook page, and these three photos earned a place in this week's paper..
“We support our schools” signs meant to show support

“We support our schools” signs meant to show support

“We support our schools” signs meant to show support

Body
Community members are reminded that the school yard signs recently distributed throughout the area are intended simply as a way to show support for local students, staff and schools. The signs are not associated with any recent election or vote and are meant to celebrate and encourage public education in the community, regardless of how individuals choose to show their support.
Photo by Larry Stokke

Photo by Larry Stokke

2026 Langdon Area School District Foundation Golf Tournament Results

Body
First Flight – Champions with a score of 59 Ethen Askvig, Dyson Askvig, Kyle Rollness, Korbyn Rollness First Flight – Second Place with a score of 61 Brandon Downs, Joel Smith, Travis Stegman, Tim Spicer First Flight – Third Place with a score of 61 Lucas Mikkelsen, Kade Pengilly, Logan Waslaski, Simon Romfo Second Flight – First Place with a score of 67 Wayne Borgen, Alex Gronhovd, Thomas Vesterso, Benny Hoffarth Second Flight – Second Place with a score of 70 Charles Jordan, Arnold Jordan, Paul Olson, Pete Keaveny Third Flight – First Place with a score of 74 Jennifer Romfo, Connie Kjos, Traci Murphy, Nadia Lewis Special Event Winners Longest Drive Women on Hole #4 – Andrea Jacobson Longest Drive Men on Hole #4 – Zach Jacobson Longest Putt on Hole #7 – Alex Gronhovd Closest to the Pin on Hole #2 – Korbyn Rollness 50-50 Winners – 30 Foot Circle on Hole #2 - Jesse Zeis, Dyson Askvig, and Korbyn Rollness Major Door Prize Winners LASDF Door Prize - Collapsable Cooler – Korbyn Rollness LASDF Door Prize - Ray Ban Meta Sunglasses – Racheal Hoffarth LASDF Door Prize - Sky Calendar – RaeAnne Arens Tote Cooler with Products (Donated by Rockin’ Energy) – Cole Spanier $150 Gift Certificate to Schroeder Furniture (Donated by Schroeder Furniture) – Brittany Mostad Sign It Donated Basket #1 – Jason Spanier Sign It Donated Basket #2 – Matt Geddes Chipping, Pitching, and Swing Precision Game (Donated by Langdon Building Center) – Cooper Zimmer Grill Kit Items and Case (Donated by Farmers & Merchants State Bank) – Dyson Askvig Golf Cart Bag (Donated by Charles and Marie Jordan) – Kyler Hanson.

WALSH COUNTY GUN CLUB

Body
Results after 6 Weeks | Ending June 17, 2026 BROWNING LEAGUE Team Standings Skibicki Farm — 63 Johnny Bravoz — 53 Stellen Farm — 51 Harriston — 50 Polar — 48 Troftgruben Farm — 45 Larson Farm-Drayton — 26 Larson Trailer Sales — 0 Top 10 Shooters (150 targets) Grant Skibicki — 144 Trevor Skorheim — 138 Dewald Pottas — 136 Ryan Rosinski — 136 Greg Skibicki — 136 Ray Quibell — 136 John Ritzke — 134 Mike Stellon — 133 Evan Skibicki — 131 Brooks Stellon — 131 Shooting 25 Straight Dan Mapel Grant Skibicki WINCHESTER LEAGUE Team Standings Tallackson Farm — 51 Olson Oil — 50 P.R. River Rats — 45 Simplot — 41 Centrol — 31 Jim’s Super Valu — 18 Thompson Spuds — 16 Top 10 Shooters (150 targets) Alex Swanson x2 — 148 Jameson Erovick — 146 Billy Thompson x2 — 146 Jacob Erovick — 145 Tom McCann — 145 Steven Thompson — 145 Tom McCann — 144 W.D.
Sarah Overby

Sarah Overby

Sarah Overby

Body
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to spend a beautiful day in Horace watching my son compete at the North Dakota State Trap Tournament. What a special treat that was! This kid has been shooting squirrels since he was 4 years old.

Letter to the Editor

Body
Across North Dakota, local governments are facing increasingly difficult discussions that affect our communities, families, and future. Local elected officials are being asked to navigate complex and often emotional issues on behalf of the people they serve, from tax rates and infrastructure to schools, roads, electric transmission lines, Co2 pipelines, community amenities, and data centers.
FORE!

FORE!

FORE!

Body
By Bob Simmons, CEO, Simmons Multimedia Hello from Bob Simmons World Headquarters. I had a visitor drop by the other day whom I welcomed into my office at 1403 Third St.