News Briefs

Ian Cramer sentenced A sentence of 28 years in prison was ordered Monday for Ian Cramer, 43. In December 2023, Cramer led officials on a 40-minute, high speed, multi-county chase which ultimately ended the life of Mercer County Deputy Paul Martin.

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

With a new Congress coming in, North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer is confident a new farm bill will finally happen. “I think it’s also helpful to have a majority leader that’s from farm country.

NDSU Extension Land and Livestock Forum set for Jan. 15

Producers and agricultural professionals from across the western Dakotas and eastern Montana are invited to join the 2025 Land and Livestock Forum hosted by North Dakota State University Extension on Jan. 15.

NDSU celebrates Cavalier County agriculturists at 50th Anniversary Harvest Bowl

The success, dedication and hard work of outstanding agriculturists in 53 counties in North Dakota and six counties in Minnesota were honored during the 50th annual Harvest Bowl program at North Dakota State University on Nov. 15 2024 Cavalier County Harvest Bowl Honorees Dean and Heidi Bittner...

No expectations, no disappointments

During a conversation the other day, it was brought to my attention that I analyze everything, and I most certainly do. The reason why I do it is to help me understand how the world works. It’s just the way my brain is wired.

Wandering in Walhalla

By the time you read this, it will be the new year. I hope you had the happiest of holidays and were able to spend time with those you love. How crazy is it that we are already in 2025? I feel like I just got accustomed to writing 2024.

Hello from Edmore!

By the time you read this, 2024 will be over, and we will be a few days into 2025. Christmas came and went in a big hurry. Just think, if you got coal in your stocking this year, you have about 360 days to turn your attitude around and get better for next year.

Heritage and happenings - Resolutions 101

As we welcome a new year, it’s natural to reflect on where we’ve been and where we hope to go. For many, this season brings resolutions to hit the gym, eat better, or try something new. For me, January 1 carries a special meaning - it marks two years of sobriety.

North Dakota's midwife shortage: 39.07 births per midwife, is ninth-worst in the U.S

A new study by Birth Injury Lawyers Group reveals North Dakota has the ninth-highest midwife shortage among the U.S. states.

Health Tip

Provided by Cavalier County Health District Jan 3: If quitting smoking and living a healthier lifestyle is your New Year’s resolution, Langdon Prairie Health (701-256-6120) and ND Quits (1-800-784-8669) have specialists ready and willing to help you with your resolution to quit.