Eight bighorn sheep licenses allocated
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department allocated eight bighorn sheep licenses for the 2025 hunting season, one more than last year. One license was issued in unit B1, one in B2, one in B3, three in B4 and one in B5. In addition, one license, as authorized under North Dakota Century Code, was auctioned in March by the Midwest Chapter of the Wild Sheep Foundation, from which all proceeds are used to enhance bighorn sheep management in North Dakota. In total, 21,221 applicants applied for bighorn sheep. Successful applicants have been notified. Prospective hunters were required to ...
Peace Garden to host 9/11 Memorial event
The International Peace Garden will hold its annual 9/11 Memorial event on Thursday, Sept. 11, at 11 a.m. at the 9/11 Memorial site. The event is free to the public and regular gate admission rates resume at noon. Attendees are encouraged to arrive by 10:30 am. Light refreshments will be ...
Ties to famous skier link ND with Norway
Once known by McHenry County homesteaders as a neighbor and friend, Sondre Norheim is a venerated celebrity in Norway, said Laurel Wentz, who traveled to Norheim’s homeland in June for a celebration of the man known as “the father of modern skiing.” Wentz, of Fessenden, represented the ...
Prairie Fare: Do you know the six steps to fruit and vegetable safety?
“What’s the best way to clean fresh produce?” someone asked. “I’ve heard that strawberries are especially a problem.” “We recommend using plenty of running water and a vegetable brush on firmer-skinned produce. Also, avoid cross-contamination,” I replied. “I just read ...
Mural celebrates Minot Symphony’s 100th season
The Minot Symphony Orchestra has unveiled a new downtown mural in celebration of its 100th season. “Magic Symphony,” painted over Labor Day weekend by local artist Max Patzner, features colorful depictions of musical instruments and symbols meant to capture the joy and energy of ...