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NLAC news – May 2025

NLAC news – May 2025

NLAC news – May 2025

Greetings from the Northern Lights Arts Council! Even though the calendar may not officially say “summer” just yet, we’ve kicked it off with the Summer Concert Series! The music of the Langdon Community Band was heard May 22 with food from Billy’s Legendary BBQ!
A photo of the officers’ homes on old Fort Pembina.

A photo of the officers’ homes on old Fort Pembina.

INTERPRETIVE PANELS TO PRESENT HISTORY OF FORT PEMBINA, PEMBINA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT

Two interpretive panels presenting the history of Fort Pembina and the Pembina Municipal Airport, featuring photos and narrative, will be unveiled on May 30 at 5:15 p.m. at the Pembina Municipal Airport, located at 10597 159th Ave NE. The public is invited to attend the short program and unveiling.

News briefs

Charges filed for man who shot down bear Charges were filed today in Cavalier County against 51-yo Robert Royce Mackall of Langdon. Mackall faces a pair of Class-B misdemeanors after a troubling video of a person running down and shooting a black bear to death made its way onto the internet.

Red River Farm Network

House Speaker Mike Johnson wants the budget reconciliation bill passed by Memorial Day. “I don’t know if that’s going to be the case or not, but there is a desire to get something done as quickly as possible,” said Jim Callan, CEO of James Callan Associates.
Soybeans grow in a field near Casselton, North Dakota on Aug. 7, 2024. (Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor)

Soybeans grow in a field near Casselton, North Dakota on Aug. 7, 2024. (Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor)

Soybean market changing for North Dakota farmers but China and tariffs still loom large

Opening of soybean crush plants gives growers more options Soybean grower Jim Thompson said there is no way to replace a customer the size of China, but North Dakota farmers have more options than they did in the 2018 Trump administration trade war.
North Dakota Game and Fish Department updates

North Dakota Game and Fish Department updates

North Dakota Game and Fish Department updates

Leave baby animals alone, watch for deer The North Dakota Game and Fish Department offers a simple message to the well-intentioned who want to rescue what appear to be orphaned baby animals this time of year: don’t touch them.

Health Tip

Provided by Cavalier County Health District May 23: Cavalier County Health District (CCHD) encourages community members to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. CCHD offers FREE medication disposal kits called Deterra bags, offering a safe disposal of unwanted and expired medications.
A Saint’s Shoutout:

A Saint’s Shoutout:

A Saint’s Shoutout:

As I approach the close of my 15th year in education, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey that has brought me here—and the many people who’ve helped light the way.

Walhalla Public Library news

By Tammy Olson, Director Walhalla Public Library's Summer Reading Program will start in June. It will be held every Tuesday morning at 11:30. We are having all kinds of fun activities this year. We are giving away a girl bike and a boy bike, both donated by the Walhalla Building Center.

Olson named to UJ Dean's List

JAMESTOWN, N.D.-- Isabelle Olson of Langdon, N.D., was named to the Spring 2025 Dean's List at the University of Jamestown. Students are named to the list for earning a 3.5 GPA while taking at least 12 credit hours for the semester..