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Stay safe when around fireworks

Stay safe when around fireworks

Stay safe when around fireworks

Fireworks have been integral components of celebrations for centuries. These pyrotechnics originated in ancient China, with their earliest forms thought to be made from bamboo stalks thrown into a fire. Fireworks ultimately evolved into gunpowder-filled paper tubes.
Brian Laporte poses for a photo after winning the compact class in his #11 car. Photo by Jessica Reidhammer.

Brian Laporte poses for a photo after winning the compact class in his #11 car. Photo by Jessica Reidhammer.

SIXTH ANNUAL WALHALLA DEMOLITION DERBY DRAWS A CROWD AND CRUSHES EXPECTATIONS

Engines roared, metal clashed, and cheers echoed through the Walhalla Industrial Park as the Sixth Annual Walhalla Demolition Derby took place on Saturday, June 21, 2025. A crowd of excited fans packed the park for a day of high-impact action, fierce competition, and community spirit.
Mark and Kyza Zimmer pose together for a photo at last year’s Oktoberfest in Munich. Fundraising for the community event is underway with a meat raffle on Monday, June 30 at the Munich City Plaza. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Mark and Kyza Zimmer pose together for a photo at last year’s Oktoberfest in Munich. Fundraising for the community event is underway with a meat raffle on Monday, June 30 at the Munich City Plaza. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Meat raffle to be hosted in support of Munich’s Oktoberfest

Come August, it will be time for the men to get out their lederhosen and for the ladies to dress up in their dirndl for Munich’s third annual Oktoberfest! Although the excitement is still a few months away, fundraising is underway now with a meat raffle on Monday, June 30 at the Munich City Plaza.
According to Bitzero President and CEO Mohammed Bakhashwain, the Nekoma site is “uniquely positioned to meet rising demand for secure, high-performance data infrastructure.” The company also stated that they are evaluating a range of options for the site, including a potential sale, joint venture, or lease. Photo by Larry Stokke.

According to Bitzero President and CEO Mohammed Bakhashwain, the Nekoma site is “uniquely positioned to meet rising demand for secure, high-performance data infrastructure.” The company also stated that they are evaluating a range of options for the site, including a potential sale, joint venture, or lease. Photo by Larry Stokke.

Mysteries of the Nekoma Pyramid

Owner of Bitzero Blockchain Inc. appears in tech-news sphere again this month Bitzero Blockchain Inc., the ESG-focused data center company which presently owns the Stanley R.
The Nowatzki ‘kids’ set up chairs and rod holders on old 281 near Churchs Ferry for their frequent fishing trips to Devils Lake. There were 11 children in the family and all loved to fish. The oldest is now 87. Photo by Abby Makay / WDAY News.

The Nowatzki ‘kids’ set up chairs and rod holders on old 281 near Churchs Ferry for their frequent fishing trips to Devils Lake. There were 11 children in the family and all loved to fish. The oldest is now 87. Photo by Abby Makay / WDAY News.

Senior siblings gather to fish often in secret spot on Devils Lake

The Nowatzki siblings, originally 11 children raised near Mt. Carmel, continue their decades-long tradition of fishing together on Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, N.D.

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Name released in fatal motorcycle crash The North Dakota Highway Patrol released the name of the victim in the fatal motorcycle crash in Pembina County over the Father’s Day weekend.

Area students receive degrees from NDSU

Fargo, N.D. (June 17) – Congratulations to the North Dakota State University students who received one of 1,751 degrees awarded in the spring of 2025. An asterisk indicates students who graduated with honors. A student must earn a 3.50 grade point average or higher to graduate with honors.
Haskap berries emerge soon

Haskap berries emerge soon

Haskap berries emerge soon

Haskap berries are hardy, low maintenance shrubs that thrive in our climate and produce fruit early in the season, perfect for jams, wines, or even just a fresh snack. NSDU Extension Director Michael Owsley provided some more details about the berry.
LREC to host Field Day

LREC to host Field Day

LREC to host Field Day

Coming up on July 24, the NDSU Extension Center in Langdon will be putting on its annual field day event. This year’s event will be hosted in cooperation with the Northern Canola Growers Association from around 8:30 a.m. until noon, concluding with a meal.