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Addressing the wellness needs of those working in agriculture or related areas will be the focus of the upcoming 'Question. Persuade. Refer.' suicide prevention webinars. (Pexels photo)

Addressing the wellness needs of those working in agriculture or related areas will be the focus of the upcoming 'Question. Persuade. Refer.' suicide prevention webinars. (Pexels photo)

NDSU Extension sets free suicide prevention webinar for May 28

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Research indicates that the suicide rate is significantly higher for those working in agriculture. Research also shows that stress levels and suicide rates drop significantly when people receive support and helpful resources from those around them.

NDFU welcomes U.S. House passage of year-round E15

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
JAMESTOWN, N.D. – North Dakota Farmers Union President Matt Perdue said the passage of year-round E15 legislation in the U.S. House is a win for family farmers. “We’ve been on the 1-yard line for years, trying to get this common-sense legislation passed. Growing domestic demand for renewable fuels is not only important for agriculture, it’s important for America’s energy security and for consumers, who will pay lower prices at the pump.”

NDSU Extension urges public input for EPA fungicide strategy

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
On May 1, the Environmental Protection Agency released its draft fungicide strategy for public comment. The strategy document can be found at www.regulations.gov/docket/EPA-HQOPP- 2026-2973. The fungicide strategy outlines how the EPA plans to mitigate potential harmful effects to federally listed endangered and threatened species or their critical habitat from off-target pesticide exposure in accordance with the 1973 Endangered Species Act.
The webinar will feature experts discussing a range of topics about dry beans and nutrition. (NDSU photo)

The webinar will feature experts discussing a range of topics about dry beans and nutrition. (NDSU photo)

NDSU Extension to host June webinar about dry bean nutrients

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
North Dakota State University Extension will host “Bean There, Cooked That: Unpacking the Nutritional Power of Dry Beans,” an educational webinar about dry beans and nutrition, on June 2 at 9 a.m.

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Smallest wheat crop since ’72 Total Farm Marketing Senior Market Advisor Naomi Blohm said wheat was the big story from the USDA supply and demand report. “The USDA for the new crop wheat came in at 1.561 billion bushels, down from 1.9 a year ago.” That would be the lowest wheat production total since 1972. “Due to lower acres and lower yield, that winter wheat crop just zapped, and so that’s why the production number was so low.”

Walhalla Senior Meals Menu

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Monday, May 25 Closed for Memorial Day Holiday Tuesday, May 26 Swiss Steak•Baked Potato•Carrots•Mandarin Oranges Wednesday, May 27 Roast Beef•Mashed Potatoes•Yams•Grapes Thursday, May 28 Chili•Baked Potato•Coleslaw •Strawberries•Crackers •Cornbread Friday, May 29 Mediterranean Chicken Salad•Crackers•Fruit This is a menu for the Walhalla Title III Older Americans Act Food Program. The full cost of the meal is $13.00.
Succulent gardens. Submitted photo

Succulent gardens. Submitted photo

Pembilier Nursing Center:

Heather Duerre, Life Enrichment Director
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Hello, everyone! This week was National Skilled Nursing Care Week, and the theme was “Moments in Bloom.” Over the next few articles, I will briefly share some of the activities we enjoyed and include photos from the week. Sometimes pictures tell the story better than words.

Cavalier County Senior Menu

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon Monday, May 25 CLOSED Tuesday, May 26 Chicken Kiev/Wild Rice/Baked Corn/Yogurt with Fruit Wednesday, May 27 Grilled Deluxe Burger/Potato Salad/Carrot & Celery Sticks/ Grapes Thursday, May 28 Berry Burst Chicken Salad/ Breadstick/Fruit Friday, May 29 Spaghetti with Meatballs/over Noodles/Caesar Salad Garlic Toast/Fruit EBT/SNAP accepted. Full cost of a meal: $10.00.
Nadiya and her father, Nyk Hope, are announced and walk down the runway during the Butterfly Ball held April 17 in Langdon. The event raised funds for the Cavalier County Cancer Crusaders. Photo by Katie Polansky Photography.

Nadiya and her father, Nyk Hope, are announced and walk down the runway during the Butterfly Ball held April 17 in Langdon. The event raised funds for the Cavalier County Cancer Crusaders. Photo by Katie Polansky Photography.

Butterfly Ball supports Cancer Crusaders

Borderland Press Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
The Butterfly Ball, sponsored by Choice Bank and the Langdon Eagles, was held April 17 in Langdon and brought together families for an evening of dancing, activities, and community support. According to organizers, 73 tickets were sold for the event, resulting in approximately 168 attendees.
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