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DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Dunseith Vigilantes

June 16, 2025 – Located near the present-day International Peace Garden, the North Dakota town of Dunseith is named for a Gaelic word meaning “city of peace” – although there have certainly been times in the city’s history when peace was in short supply.

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: The War Isn’t Over Yet

June 17, 2025 – World War II ended in Europe with the surrender of Germany in May, 1945. By June of that year, it was clear that Japan could not hold out much longer. U.S. vice admiral Daniel Barbey hinted that an invasion of Japan would not wait until the end of the typhoon season.

Cavalier County Senior Menu

Monday, June 16 Hamburger Noodle Hotdish/ Creamed Corn/Pickled Beets/Fruit Tuesday, June 17 Cranberry Chicken Breast/Company Potatoes/Mixed Veggies/Fruit Wednesday, June 18 Sweet and Sour Meatballs/Rice/ Japanese Veggies/Egg Roll/Pineapple Thursday, June 19 CLOSED Friday, June 20 Salmon...

Sentencing issued in animal cruelty case

Sentencing was issued last week for Devils Lake resident Brandon Tyrell Rogness, 32. In March 2024, Ramsey County officials were called to an abandoned trailer outside of Crary where they discovered the remains of five dogs and one dog barely clinging to life.
Front row (L-R) Olive Truver, Silas Norrell, Sadie Kennedy, Olivia Olimb; back row: Oscar Hunter, Levi Norrell, Gary Olimb, Chloe Hunter, and Stella Norrell.

Front row (L-R) Olive Truver, Silas Norrell, Sadie Kennedy, Olivia Olimb; back row: Oscar Hunter, Levi Norrell, Gary Olimb, Chloe Hunter, and Stella Norrell.

Pembina County 4-Hers participate in Communication Arts Event

Nine Pembina County 4-H youth participated in the 4-H District 4 Communication Arts contest held in Grafton on June 2. These youths competed against 4-Hers from Grand Forks and Walsh counties.

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Senator Gerald P. Nye

June 18, 2025 – North Dakota has become a leading energy state in recent years because of Bakken petroleum, however, lignite coal has long been a vital resource for the state. Lignite is mainly used for making electricity, but it can also be used for heating and cooking.
State Rep. Emily O’Brien, R-Grand Forks, speaks during a meeting of the Legislative Management Committee from the House Floor on Nov. 13, 2024. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)

State Rep. Emily O’Brien, R-Grand Forks, speaks during a meeting of the Legislative Management Committee from the House Floor on Nov. 13, 2024. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)

North Dakota domestic violence, sexual assault advocacy centers serve record number in 2024

A record number of people sought services from North Dakota domestic violence and sexual assault advocacy centers in 2024, a statewide coalition reported this week.
Rhubarb slush recipe

Rhubarb slush recipe

Rhubarb slush recipe

If you aren't a rhubarb fan, you might become one after trying this refreshing slush! Rhubarb is legally considered a fruit, even though it is grown as a vegetable. The reason for this is its end uses: sauces, pies and in combination with other fruits and in jams.
From (L-R) Sara Price (The Cure), Mylee Gapp, Chris Longtin, Spencer Berg, Emersen Helgoe, and Chaz Halverson.

From (L-R) Sara Price (The Cure), Mylee Gapp, Chris Longtin, Spencer Berg, Emersen Helgoe, and Chaz Halverson.

Pembina County 4-H Leaders team up with The Cure to raise funds

The Pembina County 4-H Junior Leaders teamed up with The Cure Sandwich Shop in Walhalla to raise funds for their educational trip to Boston. The members sold Herbalife Power Teas and, with the generosity of owner Sarah Price, raised $1,868.