Wandering in Walhalla

This past week was a whirlwind of activity with the 132nd Annual Pembina County Fair taking place in Hamilton. We appreciate everyone who stopped by our booth—whether you registered for concert tickets or just took the time to chat with us!

Hello from Edmore!

We were on vacation off and on last week. We have our camper on Devils Lake at South End R and R near Tokio. There are about 70 campers there; it’s the perfect size. Bruce and I are amongst the oldest, and there are many young families and those in between.

Raspberries can!

Raspberries can grow in many different environments and are fairly hardy. Sprin

Pembilier Nursing Center: The Hamilton Fair

Hello from all of us at PNC! It’s that time of year again for the Hamilton Fair. Hamilton Fair is North Dakota’s longest running fair, which means a lot of our residents grew up going to it. Usually, we take a bus to the fair and enjoy the free Faith in Action Bingo while snacking on fair treats.

HHS awards suicide prevention grants to support communities across North Dakota

BISMARCK, ND - North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $353,983 in community suicide prevention grants to seven organizations across the state.

ND DOCR announces 2026 Victims of Crime Act Assistance Grant

Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (ND DOCR) will be awarding up to $5.2 million for the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Assistance Grant. The grant solicitation period opened July 1, 2025, and applications are due by noon on July 31, 2025.

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Fearless Miss “Jimmie” Parker

July 22, 2025 – On this date in 1930, a Fargo woman successfully made a 2,400-foot parachute jump at Salt Lake, North Dakota, about 30 miles northeast of Napoleon. The feat seemed particularly daring, after news of nine fatal aviation accidents from across the nation occurring in a single day.

North Dakota launches unified insurance, securities regulator

North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread announced Monday the unification of the state’s Insurance and Securities department—a move designed to better safeguard residents from fraud and financial risk, with consumer protection at the forefront.

Bismarck State College announces the Spring 2025 President's Honor Roll

BISMARCK, ND -- Bismarck State College has announced the President's Honor Roll for the Spring 2025 semester. 'Being named to the President's Honor Roll reflects the dedication and drive our students bring to their education,' said BSC Interim President Dan Leingang.

Area student receives NDSU scholarship

Fargo, N.D. — Meredith Romfo, daughter of Troy and Rachelle Romfo, of Calvin, N.D., received the NDSU Green and Gold Scholarship at North Dakota State University. The scholarship recognizes North Dakota residents with high academic achievement.