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The Morning Stroll and Cuppa Joe: Guess my spirit animal!

The Morning Stroll and Cuppa Joe: Guess my spirit animal!

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The Morning Stroll and Cuppa Joe: Guess my spirit animal!

Sara Goodman
Thursday, July 9, 2026
It doesn’t seem possible that it’s been a decade of fun and shenanigans with family and friends at Roy Lake over the Fourth of July. The kids were so little, and we were so young (or so it seems) when we first started trekking to the little red cab-potluck and evening fireworks.
Musings from Munich: America and Her B-Day

Musings from Munich: America and Her B-Day

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Musings from Munich: America and Her B-Day

Matt Mitzel
Thursday, July 9, 2026
As I spent this year’s Independence Day jumping between Mt. Carmel, Langdon and the Eden of Ecstasy — Munich — folks quickly reminded me that they buy the paper not for the week-old news, Sara’s bedtime stories or Bob’s insightful trips to the gas station…but to hear me point out stuff that is...
Some like it hot....

Some like it hot....

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Some like it hot....

News Staff
Thursday, July 9, 2026
By Bob Simmons, CEO, Simmons Multimedia I was glad to get back to work this morning so I could finally relax. Like you, we had a very busy Fourth of July weekend, which began with the inaugural Langdon Pre-Blast Bash parade on Thursday. This event was orchestrated by the Langdon Chamber of Commerce.
A farmer plants corn into a cover crop, which is one of several regenerative agriculture practices that a new federal rule holds can reduce the overall greenhouse gas emissions of producing ethanol. (Photo by Jacob Tosch/USDA)

A farmer plants corn into a cover crop, which is one of several regenerative agriculture practices that a new federal rule holds can reduce the overall greenhouse gas emissions of producing ethanol. (Photo by Jacob Tosch/USDA)

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USDA’s finalized rule could boost adoption of regenerative farming practices

Cami Koons, North Dakota Monitor
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Farmers growing corn and soybeans for biofuels can now quantify the carbon intensity of crops grown with certain regenerative agriculture practices, due to a recently finalized federal rule. The U.S.
RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

News Staff
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Farmer and Rancher Freedom Framework launched — Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at reducing what they describe as bureaucratic overreach affecting farmers, ranchers and small...
From the Pastor’s Desk:

From the Pastor’s Desk:

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From the Pastor’s Desk:

Father Kurtis Gunwall, St. Alphonsus Catholic
Thursday, July 9, 2026
As I began this week, it has stayed busy, as most weeks this summer have been. Thoughts came to my mind that we are already in the middle of summer break here in early July. Others have shared that they are busy, busy, busy and not able to relax very much. I have echoed those thoughts and words.
Cyanobacteria is often found in stagnant ponds or dugouts with elevated nutrient levels, forming large colonies that appear as scum. Photo courtesy of NDSU

Cyanobacteria is often found in stagnant ponds or dugouts with elevated nutrient levels, forming large colonies that appear as scum. Photo courtesy of NDSU

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Summer heat brings increased risk of toxic cyanobacteria

News Staff
Thursday, July 9, 2026
As temperatures rise, so should agricultural producers’ caution around toxins on their operations. Cyanobacteria, also known as bluegreen algae, can produce toxins that are harmful to livestock, wildlife and people.

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Walhalla Senior Meals Menu

News Staff
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Monday, July 13 BBQ Ribs• Sweet Potatoes• Mixed Vegetables• Grapes Tuesday, July 14 Swedish Meatballs• Mashed Potatoes• Green Beans• Strawberries Wednesday, July 15 Country Fried Steak• Mashed Potatoes• Broccoli• Fruit Thursday, July 16 Pineapple Chicken• Rice Pilaf• Yams• Tropical Fruit ...
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