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County reconsiders right-of-way request

The Ward County Commission reconsidered its denial of a right-of-way reversal request from the Souris Valley Bowmen on Tuesday, Aug. 18. The club requested to have its donated right of way along County Road 12 returned, but the county declined at its June 2 meeting because it would put the roadway and culverts out of county jurisdiction. Instead, the commission offered to purchase the right of way to maintain control of the roadway infrastructure. Ward County had adopted a right of way reversal program in 2022, enabling landowners to request the return of any right of way they were ...

VitellaCare helps families navigate back-to-school stress

As the school year begins, families face a multitude of pressures and changes. While the transition can be exciting for some students, it can also bring anxiety for others. According to Blue Cross Blue Shield, mental health is discussed more frequently among Gen Z than among other generations. ...

Council adopts mosquito control plan

Surveillance and ground fogging will be the focus of the City of Minot’s mosquito control program going forward. The Minot City Council on Monday, Aug. 17, contemplated costs, flexibility, effectiveness and chemical toxicity before settling on a plan that carries an estimated cost of about ...

Women veterans health retreat set for Oct. 7

BURLINGTON – A Women Veterans Whole Health Retreat will be held Oct 7, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at The Barn at 52 Pines, 3220 Grayson Dr., Burlington. The retreat includes vinyasa and restorative yoga, tai chi chih, self hypnosis for relaxation, tea talk, a creative arts project and lunch. Women ...

Forage nitrate levels can spike following rain

Dry weather across the state has increased concerns about nitrate accumulation in forage plants. North Dakota State University specialists warn about the effects of rain on drought-stressed forages. When soil moisture conditions are favorable, and plants are actively growing, they absorb ...

Grazing management key to drought recovery, resilience

Drought conditions have impacted grazing resources across North Dakota this year, creating challenges for ranchers. As the grazing season has progressed, drought has expanded to cover 64% of the state and continues to intensify. Management decisions made now and in the aftermath of the ...