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Recent rainfall across the Pembina River watershed caused the river at Walhalla to rise approximately 6 feet overnight, June 30. According to the U.S. Geological Survey gauge, the river climbed from about 2.65 feet on June 25 to nearly 9 feet on June 30. Walhalla has received 6.70 inches of precipitation since June 1, according to local reports. Photo courtesy of Steve Lorenz

Recent rainfall across the Pembina River watershed caused the river at Walhalla to rise approximately 6 feet overnight, June 30. According to the U.S. Geological Survey gauge, the river climbed from about 2.65 feet on June 25 to nearly 9 feet on June 30. Walhalla has received 6.70 inches of precipitation since June 1, according to local reports. Photo courtesy of Steve Lorenz

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Storms bring rising water and road damage to the borderland

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Storms bring rising water and road damage to the borderland
The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry released its 2026 Farm Bill draft.(Photo from USDA)

The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry released its 2026 Farm Bill draft.(Photo from USDA)

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Senate farm bill draft focuses on farm economy, keeps ‘Big Beautiful’ SNAP cuts

Cami Koons, North Dakota Monitor
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Nearly two months after the U.S. House passed a farm bill proposal, the Senate Agriculture Committee has released an initial draft of the omnibus legislation that covers everything from crop insurance to nutrition assistance.
RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Senate farm bill draft released Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman has released the Agriculture Act of 2026, a discussion draft designed to move the long-delayed farm bill forward.
Photo courtesy of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)

Photo courtesy of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)

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USDA invests up to $310 million in conservation partnership projects

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing up to $310 million through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program to expand conservation efforts and help farmers, ranchers and forest landowners improve their operations while protecting natural resources.
Walhalla Senior Meals Menu

Walhalla Senior Meals Menu

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Walhalla Senior Meals Menu

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Monday, July 6 Orange chicken breast• Rosemary potatoes• Mixed vegetables• Applesauce Tuesday, July 7 Hamburger on a whole-wheat bun• Lettuce, tomato and onion• Potato salad• Broccoli• Mandarin oranges Wednesday, July 8 Sausage and sauerkraut• Mashed potatoes• Carrots• Peaches Thursday, July...

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Cavalier County Senior Menu

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon Monday, July 6 Polish Sausage/ Sauerkraut/ Sweet Potatoes/ Pork and Beans/ Fruit Tuesday, July 7 Beef & Black Bean/Enchilada Bake/ Southwestern Corn/ Chips & Salsa/ Fruit Wednesday, July 8 Roast Beef/ Mashed Potatoes/ Green Beans/ Gravy/ Apple...
Claire and Kelsey. Submitted photo

Claire and Kelsey. Submitted photo

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Pembilier Nursing Center:

Heather Duerre, Life Enrichment Director
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Hello to all our beautiful readers from your friends at PNC! Well, it finally happened — the event you have all been waiting for: we went to Jackson's Bar! The residents each enjoyed a drink of their choice.
Wales: The town that refused to burn down

Wales: The town that refused to burn down

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Wales: The town that refused to burn down

Kari Phillips
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Sometimes when I'm digging through old Cavalier County history books, I stumble across a story that makes me stop and think, 'How did this town survive?' That was my reaction when I started reading about Wales.
Children use colorful ribbons during a movement activity set to Latin music as part of Lisa Schuler’s summer music classes. The classes introduce young learners to music through movement, rhythm and hands-on activities.

Children use colorful ribbons during a movement activity set to Latin music as part of Lisa Schuler’s summer music classes. The classes introduce young learners to music through movement, rhythm and hands-on activities.

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Summer music classes continue tradition

Borderland Press Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Summer music classes taught by Lisa Schuler are underway for children ages 3 to 6, offering an introduction to rhythm instruments, steady beat, singing, movement and classical composers.
The Edmore Curling Club is demolished after a recent storm left part of the building collapsed. While the loss of the longtime gathering place is bittersweet for many residents, cleanup efforts continue ahead of Edmore's 125th anniversary celebration July 24-25. Photo courtesy of Amanda Sten

The Edmore Curling Club is demolished after a recent storm left part of the building collapsed. While the loss of the longtime gathering place is bittersweet for many residents, cleanup efforts continue ahead of Edmore's 125th anniversary celebration July 24-25. Photo courtesy of Amanda Sten

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Edmore residents rally together ahead of 125th celebration

Sarah Overby
Thursday, July 2, 2026
EDMORE, N.D. — Residents in Edmore are rolling up their sleeves this summer as they work to spruce up the community ahead of the town's 125th anniversary celebration July 24-25.
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