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Zoo mourns loss of senior warthog

The Roosevelt Park Zoo announced on Thursday, Aug. 27, the peaceful passing of Diane, a 12-year-old female warthog, due to ongoing health issues related to her age. Warthogs typically live 7-11 years in the wild, but can live into their teens under proper human care. Diane passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Aug. 26, surrounded by her animal care team. Diane arrived at the Roosevelt Park Zoo in 2016. Her life at the Roosevelt Park Zoo provided opportunities for guests to learn about warthogs, wildlife conservation and the importance of caring for animals both in human care and in the ...

DLB selects Homecoming Court

Animal shelter to hold rummage event

The Souris Valley Animal Shelter will hold its Heroes with Paws roam and rummage event Saturday, Aug 29, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the shelter to raise awareness of the need for adoption and foster families. Roam and rummage features free items open to the public that have been donated to the shelter over the years. Another upcoming event is the ‘Spay’ghetti and No Balls dinner and fashion show, to be held Nov. 13. The Golden Whiskers & Grateful Hearts Adoption Open House event will be held Nov 21. Some previous events this year and annually were the Wish’kers & Fur Ball: Wish Upon a ...

TikTok ban rescinded on NDUS-owned devices

BISMARCK – The State Board of Higher Education has voted to rescind the North Dakota University System’s prohibition on the use of TikTok on university-owned devices, following a review of updated federal actions, ownership changes involving the social media platform and current cybersecurity assessments. The action aligns North Dakota University System policy with recent changes implemented after Gov. Kelly Armstrong rescinded the statewide executive branch ban on TikTok. The TikTok restriction was originally adopted in response to national security concerns related to the app’s ...

Airstreamers support students

The Airstream Club International Rally partnered with Souris Valley United Way to hold a collection drive and packing event Thursday, Aug. 27, for the Backpack Buddies program that serves Minot elementary, middle and Air Force base schools. The Airstream club is additionally holding a ...

SWC increases funds for livestock water supplies

BISMARCK – Gov. Kelly Armstrong and Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring joined the State Water Commission Wednesday, Aug. 26, in announcing an additional $2 million for the Drought Disaster Livestock Water Supply Project Assistance Program, as demand for the program has outstripped the initial $2 million approved last week. The Commission voted Aug. 18 to activate the program after Armstrong declared a drought disaster for extremely dry conditions across North Dakota. The program provides cost-share assistance on projects including new water wells, rural water system connections, ...