Heritage and happenings - The heart of a volunteer

As I was settling in to write a little something for the paper this week, I was reminded that October 28 is First Responders Day—a time to honor the dedication, bravery, and selflessness of those who protect our communities.

From the Pastor’s Desk:

The most basic concern of politics is about the ordering of relationships, about the way we live together and how we get along. It’s about people.

News Briefs

Two Langdon businesses fail tobacco check After receiving complaints, the Cavalier County Sheriff’s Department conducted a tobacco compliance check. According to the department, the checks took place at four separate locations in Langdon on Tuesday of last week.

Cavalier Thrift Store fall donations made

The Cavalier Thrift Store has had a busy fall. Because of the generous people in our area that donate items, shop at the store, and volunteer, they were able to donate to numerous organizations.

Langdon Area High School and Middle School honor rolls

Langdon Area High School 1st Quarter 2024-25 “A” HONOR ROLL Seniors Devin Bernstrom Kartheek Chapara Claire Chaput James Domres Michael Entzi Brock Freer Shanna Gette Catelyn Goodman Tallia Johnston Ciara Kempert Jordan Klindt Rylee Medbery Tori Mittleider Mikaela Olson Jaxen Rademacher Meredith...

HHS reports more than triple the number of whooping cough cases compared to 2023

Cavalier County Health District encourages individuals to verify immunization status BISMARCK, ND - As of Oct. 23, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has reported 73 cases of pertussis (also known as “whooping cough”) so far in 2024, compared to 17 cases in all of 2023.

BSC and Goldman Sachs partnering to offer free small business program to North Dakota small business owners

BISMARCK, N.D. – For over a decade, the Goldman Sachs ’10,000 Small Businesses’ program has helped entrepreneurs nationwide grow their businesses by offering a free, practical business training program, access to capital, and personalized support services.

Drayton man arrested for assault against officer

A Drayton man is facing felony assault charges after an incident that happened in the early morning hours of Monday, Oct. 21.

Lighting up Langdon: The story behind the town’s new mural

When you stroll down Langdon's Main Street, it's hard to miss the stunningly bright new mural that has transformed the south side of the FM Mall.