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Langdon fifth grader Sawyer Moline shoots a free throw during the Cardinals’ 24-18 victory over Grafton on Sept. 14 at Langdon Area High School. Photo courtesy of Megan Overby

Langdon fifth grader Sawyer Moline shoots a free throw during the Cardinals’ 24-18 victory over Grafton on Sept. 14 at Langdon Area High School. Photo courtesy of Megan Overby

Langdon fifth graders earn win over Grafton

Langdon fifth graders earn win over Grafton
Coal Shovel at Truax-Trayer Coal Mine, est. 1930-1940; SHSND – 00245-00031

Coal Shovel at Truax-Trayer Coal Mine, est. 1930-1940; SHSND – 00245-00031

Powering opportunity: How energy shaped North Dakota and the nation

Throughout 2026, the ND250 Commission, administered by the State Historical Society of North Dakota, is leading the state's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
Langdon Prairie Health staff members gather for a group photo as the organization celebrates 55 years of providing health care to the community. Photo by Larry Stokke

Langdon Prairie Health staff members gather for a group photo as the organization celebrates 55 years of providing health care to the community. Photo by Larry Stokke

Langdon Prairie Health celebrates 55 years of caring for community

For 55 years, Langdon Prairie Health has been more than a hospital. It has been a place where neighbors care for neighbors, families welcome new members, patients begin the road to recovery and people find help during some of life’s most difficult moments.
Photo courtesy of Walhalla Chamber of Commerce

Photo courtesy of Walhalla Chamber of Commerce

Walhalla Giant Pumpkinfest returns for 22nd year

Food trucks, vendors, live music and giant pumpkin weigh-in planned Sept. 26 Walhalla’s Main Street will come alive with food, music, vendors and some exceptionally large pumpkins when the community’s Giant Pumpkinfest returns Saturday, Sept.
Meet Monty, the newly named metal moose standing outside the Blue Moose Bar and Grill in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. The detailed sculpture was created by Walhalla artist Kenny Tetrault. The restaurant recently invited the public to submit name ideas before announcing Monty as the winner. Photo courtesy of The Blue Moose Bar and Grill.

Meet Monty, the newly named metal moose standing outside the Blue Moose Bar and Grill in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. The detailed sculpture was created by Walhalla artist Kenny Tetrault. The restaurant recently invited the public to submit name ideas before announcing Monty as the winner. Photo courtesy of The Blue Moose Bar and Grill.

Walhalla artist’s moose finds a name

Walhalla artist’s moose finds a name
It’s time to get your parade entry ready for the 33rd Annual Pioneer Machinery Show parade on Sunday, Sept 13. John is busy getting the Museum’s miniature Case steamer fired up for the parade. The parade begins at 1:00 p.m. Enter by 11:00 a.m. to be eligible for cash prizes. Show red, white, and blue in the parade as the event celebrates centennial farms, veteran Quilt of Honor recipients, and the 250th of the U.S.A. Photo and information courtesy Pembina County Historical Museum.

It’s time to get your parade entry ready for the 33rd Annual Pioneer Machinery Show parade on Sunday, Sept 13. John is busy getting the Museum’s miniature Case steamer fired up for the parade. The parade begins at 1:00 p.m. Enter by 11:00 a.m. to be eligible for cash prizes. Show red, white, and blue in the parade as the event celebrates centennial farms, veteran Quilt of Honor recipients, and the 250th of the U.S.A. Photo and information courtesy Pembina County Historical Museum.

Music, memories and farming heritage to be featured at 33rd Annual Pioneer Machinery Show

CAVALIER, N.D. - Music and farm memories are a big part of the Annual Pioneer Machinery Show held each year at the Pembina County Museum Grounds.
Sen. Tim Mathern, D-Fargo, speaks on the Senate floor during a special session of the Legislature on Sept. 3, 2026. Photo by Michael Achterling/ North Dakota Monitor

Sen. Tim Mathern, D-Fargo, speaks on the Senate floor during a special session of the Legislature on Sept. 3, 2026. Photo by Michael Achterling/ North Dakota Monitor

Data center nondisclosure bill dies in North Dakota Senate vote

North Dakota legislators on Thursday, Sept. 3 rejected a push to ban the use of nondisclosure agreements between government entities and developers of data centers and other industrial projects.
HHS encourages connection, support during Suicide Prevention Month

HHS encourages connection, support during Suicide Prevention Month

HHS encourages connection, support during Suicide Prevention Month

BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota Health and Human Services is encouraging communities across the state to strengthen connection, compassion and support during Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month in September.