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REPORTERNovember 24, 2010 • 131st Year • No. 38 • Casselton, ND 58012 • www.ccreporter.com • $1 Winter Central Cass proposed addition debated Wonderland By Amanda Gades Darcy [Brandenburg, band teacher] and Coming into the public meeting Andrea [Greenawalt, choir teacher] and the Nov. 16, school board members felt people who are running the program.” of Lights optimistic about moving forward with Doug Moderow said the proposed stage an addition. Several district patrons will not be effective because of sound is- concerns have changed the mood. sues. “I have never in my life seen a stage to kick-off “At the Dec. 6 school board meeting, on the floor. It doesn’t work because basi- we are either going to approve the pa- cally the sound doesn’t travel. What makes rameters of the project as presented or sound travel is something called thrust.” Christmas delay the process,” said Keith Gohdes, Diane Moderow, also chimed in, say- school board president. “If it’s not in ing she is concerned patrons will not the best interest of the school district, be able to hear or see productions. season we are not going to move forward.” “As a parent, when I go see my children Background on the addition perform, I want to hear them and I want to By Amanda Gades Discussions on the proposed see them,” said Moderow. “Those are the two Christmas shopping for addition began early this year, ac- most important things to me. We already children and adults, photos with cording to Gohdes. This spring, know that we can’t hear them with the way Santa Claus, caroling, prizes and focus groups from a cross section things are. To me, if we put a stage on the floor treats. Those are just a few of of the district were formed to pro- and add ground level seats, if I’m not there the exciting aspects of this years vide input on a possible addition. an hour before production, I’m not going to Casselton Business Association At the June 14 school board meet- see it, especially if I have a first grader.” (CBA) sponsored Winter Won- ing, Foss Architects was hired. Kost asked for possible solutions. derland of Lights, Nov. 29. The Cadillac plan based on the input The stage should be raised up at “There is something for ev- from the focus groups resulted in a $7.8 least seven inches, stated Mehmel. million price tag. “The cost equaled In response, Weston explained, “I visited eryone,” said Shannon Radcliffe the core of what we spent in 1996 (to with Darcy and I wasn’t getting the feedback Bueche, a member of the plan- build the school),” said Gohdes. I am getting now. Is it a big dollar item to ning committee for the event. To move forward and create a raise it? No, I don’t think so. I thought in Beginning at 4:30 p.m., the consensus-building strategy, Gohdes Photos by Amanda Gades/The Reporter talking to staff that I was under the impres- kids shopping mall, managed appointed a committee of Scott Kost, Foss Architects exterior design of the proposed addition on the east side of the school. Ac- sion that they were okay with this as long by Central Cass DECA, will Pat Knudson and Deb Roesler. The as the bleachers could come in closer...Now be open for sales at the Pizza cording to information received from Cass County Tax Assessor Frank Klein, the project will group met with teachers, students and cost district patrons with a $100,000 home or $100,000 in agriculture property $90 annually if it is an issue, we need to address it.” Ranch. Local products will be administrators to assist in making sure But even the raising of the stage still for purchase and the proceeds the guiding principles are followed. for 20 years. leaves concerns for the fine arts program. will be returned to the respec- These are: to be fiscally responsible, to “Everything that you need in order for tive business. financially effective. an expanded music department, weight room, enhance the educational environment, to not Once their report was complete, the project space for the alternative learning center (ALC), it to be a stage has been taken out and put Photos with Santa taken by negatively impact the viability of the school dis- as incidentals,” said Diane Moderow. Steven Carvell Photography, hot went down to about $4.8 million. To do that, gym space and an enhanced stage area. trict’s mission and to impact as many students gymnasium square footage was decreased “There is a net gain of five classrooms and it Kost disagrees with her assessment. “This cocoa and cookies and home- as possible. is not ideal. We hope to someday have a better based business booths will be at slightly and the theater seating will be bleachers, also enhances our fine arts and athletic pro- The group evaluated several things including among other things. grams,” said Weston. stage, but it’s not all going to happen at once. the former Cool Beanz building. the possibility of renovating the south gym for Amenities included in the current design of Scott Kost, chair of the building committee, I don’t think it can and I don’t know it’s the “We’re having it on two a fine arts space. They concluded that was not the addition are: classrooms, showers and locker believes the addition followed the guiding prin- right thing to go to this community and say blocks of Front Street so more rooms, a small concession area, bathrooms, ciples required. “In my mind, it builds a shell for ‘We want it all right now.’ I think it’s some- businesses can take part in the enhancing our programs sig- thing that we need to work towards and as fun event,” said Bueche. nificantly. The classrooms, a school board member, I’m willing to work Having the shopping mall are enhanced fine arts space, on this to help us get where we need to be.” separate from the other activi- additional gym space, fitness As the discussion started to turn to the mer- ties also gives children a chance space.” its of fine arts versus athletics, Ken Buss said he to select a present without their It was discussed that is concerned about the way those in attendance parents next to them. Junior some of the other amenities are divided on the addition. “I think we need to Optimist members will assist such as a mobile bleacher look at compromising to satisfy all of the needs.” with wrapping presents. system, bleachers on each Yes, additional amenities can be added, The evening will also feature side of the gym, sound and explained Gohdes, but that will raise the downtown sleigh rides by Da- lighting systems and ad- price tag and extend the time frame. kota Carriage Company from 5 ditional equipment for the Other issues expressed included the addi- p.m. to 6:30 p.m. weight room. tion having the appearance of being the main Along with family fun, area Stage height, lighting gymnasium for sporting events, no storage for residents can purchase a raffle and sound issues theater props and the bleacher system being un- ticket for a chance at one of six Several people at the comfortable and burdensome for senior citizens. prizes in Casselton bucks total- meeting took issue with Next steps ing $1000. The raffle tickets are the ground level stage. Discussion on the proposed addition will available at several CBA busi- “I just see nightmare continue at the Dec. 6 school board meeting. nesses in town or can be pur- after nightmare from a If the school board chooses to move chased the night of the event. sight point of view,” said forward with the project, there could be Nearly 30 door prizes will Pastor Paula Mehmel. a referendum election as soon as Jan. also be given away that night. Kost replied, “The 25. A 60 percent ‘yes’ vote would be Event-goers can sign up any- final design we will needed for the referendum to pass. time during the event prior to Diane Moderow, Friends of Fine Arts sec- School board president Keith Gohdes started the meeting take into account the This time line would allow for the district the drawing. feedback we get from to put the project out for bids and have the retary, believes the addition will not pro- with discussion on how the project was initiated and the prog- addition framed in before winter sets in. Prize winners will be drawn vide the stage needed for productions. ress to today’s version. around 6:30 p.m. and an- nounced on 103.9 The Truck. Those chosen must come to the radio station in the Governors’ Office Park to win. For more information, log on to www.casselton.net or refer to Winter Wonderland of Lights MapletonBy Amanda Gades employee resigns posters located at CBA member A week of turmoil ended with businesses. the resignation of a Mapleton city employee. Hugo Zamarron, formerly the wa- ter superintendent, turned in his letter of resignation at the Nov. 16 special meeting of the city council. An incident involving a city drain system has been the center of contro- versy between Zamarron and other city officials. In his letter, Zamarron said: “This most recent incident with the discharging of the lagoons and water monitoring makes it clear that I can- not trust that I will receive crucial and necessary information to do my job as water superintendent.” He added: “It has become a safety Mayor Mark Anderson, right, reads the letter the city sent to Za- issue. I have been set up to fail.” Za- marron on Nov. 10 notifying him he had been placed on paid ad- marron told council he no longer feels ministrative leave. Also pictured is Chris McShane, Ohnstad Twichell safe. “I cannot continue to work in attorney. such an unhealthy and discriminatory environment.” Hugo Zamarron explained his understanding of the incident during During the 2009 Winter Zamarron denied any wrongdoing the city meeting, Nov. 16. Also pictured is his wife, Valerie. Zamar- but “they are being used to push him The motion was approved by Wonderland of Lights, Cart- on his part. His resignation was ac- rom resigned because he “no longer feels safe and cannot continue to out.” Kartes and Dell. Dietz opposed. Hill- er Mensing finds the right cepted by councilmen Larry Dell and work in such an unhealthy and discriminatory environment.” Following discussion, a roll call man abstained. Christmas present for his Dale Kartes. vote on accepting the resignation was “We didn’t discuss rates [for parents. Prior to Friday’s council meeting, Soon after Zamarron left, Klatt re- Special meeting action approved by Dell and Kartes. Dietz Doug],” said Dietz. Zamarron had been placed on paid ceived a phone call from Bill Henkes, Before a vote was taken at Friday’s opposed. Councilman Eric Hillman Saari requested $500 a month. “I administrative leave. of Moore Engineering. “Sewage was special meeting, discussion ensued as abstained. want the keys on the water tower and Details of the incident coming into the lift station they had to whether Zamarron was at fault. Mayor Mark Anderson said he pump house changed,” Saari added. Inside this Week According to Zamarron, he was plugged with a uniball so they could “On what grounds do you accept believes the incident was caused by a Other personnel matters finish working on it,” Klatt wrote in his the resignation?” Mayor Mark Ander- lack of communication. He urged the Dietz stated that she believes Klatt Agriculture...... B7-B8 showing Public Works Superintendent Duane Klatt how to check the city statement. son asked Dell. city council to create job descriptions was partially responsible for the inci- Classifieds...... C4-C5 drain. Zamarron said the state had To stop the sewage from going Dell responded, “I just feel like detailing exactly what is expected of dent and believes he should be disci- each city employee. plined as well. A motion was approved Entertainment...... C6 approved action to discharge the city onto the street, Klatt went to the la- Hugo has not done his job to his full lagoon to the lift station located near goon to shut off the drain valve. potential. I also feel that he is partially Just as Dell made a motion to ad- to allow the mayor to write a letter Lifestyle...... A3 the community center. Then, he contacted council mem- responsible for what happened.” journ the meeting, Kartes stated that of reprimand to go in Duane Klatt’s Opinion...... A4 Once the drain was opened, Za- bers Kartes, Dell and Eric Hillman. Kartes agreed. “Hugo is the water the city needs to determine who will file. The contents of the letter will be Kartes called City Attorney John superintendent supervisor, any super- fill the vacant water superintendent viewed and approved by the council Obituaries...... A5 marron believed everything was okay and he left. He said he was never told Schockley. visor needs to check any issues that position. “I have been looking into it before received into the record. Public Notices...... C4 there was an employee from Hancock According to a letter the city issued could be happening. He should have since Hugo was put on paid adminis- The council also decided Dietz and trative leave. There are people we can Kartes will be investigating a formal School News...... A6-A7 Concrete in the manhole attempting to to Zamarron on Nov. 10, he was put gone around and made sure no one fix a sewer problem. on paid administrative leave. The let- was in any of the lift stations.” contract with, but I have not gotten complaint Zamarron made against Sports...... B1-B2 Klatt said in a statement that he ter stated “his conduct deviated from Council member Carlita Dietz salary amounts yet. I make a motion Hillman. The topic will be further Around Rural Cass...... A8-A12 told Zamarron about the work being the city’s standards and could have believes Zamarron’s actions that day to re-hire Doug Saari on a temporary discussed at the city’s Dec. 7 council done at the lift station. resulted in serious injury or death.” were neither reckless nor malicious, basis of no longer than six months.” meeting. November 24, 2010 A-2 News Cass County Reporter

ʼ with Lin Smithwick Round About A man from the land; a man for the land He has farmed the land. He has The Andrews three grown children learned early have benefited Mark protected the land. He has defended – Mark, Sarah and Karen – reflect the every day of his life. the land. He went to Washington to values of their parents and the land It isn’t just the words Mark represent the land; the land that is in that is so much a part of their family Andrews uses when he talks about his blood and in his heart. traditions. Their personal and profes- his career, it is the way he lives his Sen. Mark Andrews and his wife, sional successes are tied securely life every day. Even though his years Mary, live in the home they built near to their roots in rural Cass County. of public service as a veteran of the Mapleton when they were first mar- Those same values and traditions are United States Congress are over, his ried. The house anchors land that has being passed along to the Andrews’ statesmanship still projects him as a been in the Andrews family for four grandchildren. leader. generations. The land and the house It’s all part of the land; part of the During the recent campaign, provided a refuge when the Washing- history that surrounds Mark An- it was not unusual to find Mark ton-weary Andrews needed space and drews. Andrews among the audience. When serenity to recenter their spirits. Born in 1926 in Cass County just Rick Berg made one of his frequent On a chilly November evening, the as the Depression was getting ready stops in rural Cass County at the farm Andrews sit by a cozy fire in their liv- to descend on the United States, of Roger Nelson, Andrews was there. ing room. They talk about their lives Andrews attended public schools, After Berg and his campaign crew in and out of politics – if, that is, Sen. graduating from Fargo Central. His left and the crowd moved on into the Mark Andrews will ever be completely dad, Mark, died from injuries result- rest of the day, Mark and Roger spent out of the public arena that has been ing from a car accident. He was in his time exchanging political memories his life for so many decades. forties. By that time, he had already and stories. “Our lives have always been tied instilled personal and professional Mark Andrews has a lot of those. to this house,” Mary says with a smile values in his namesake. “When Dad He served in the House of Represen- Hoeven since the election, he has not that matches the warmth of the fire died, it changed a lot of things for tatives from 1963 to 1981. He was heaped advice on their heads. “That’s not too far from her chair. There is our family,” Mark says. The lessons elected to the Senate in 1981, serving the last thing I want to do.” There are, contentment in her composure. It’s there until 1987. however, two things Andrews feels easy to understand why she has been By special are critical to the success of running a balance in her husband’s life for 51 election to the a Congressional office. “You have to Sen. Mark Andrews met a years. House in 1963 to have a staff that is totally loyal and lot of interesting people dur- Just ask him. It is Thanksgiving fill the vacancy trustworthy; and you have to have ing the years he served in the week. There is much in the life of Sen. left by the death of people on your staff who are smart and sharp.” United States Congress includ- Mark Andrews for which to be grate- Hjalmar Nygaard, ing John Wayne and President ful. His answer is quick. “I am the Andrews reported Sen. Mark Andrews had that. He also had another secret weapon – his Richard Nixon. There were most thankful for my wife; my bride. to his new office in also frequent visits from friends And,” he adds, “of course our family.” Washington just a wife, Mary Andrews. “I graduated from NDSU with a degree in agrono- such as Ann Gokey and Mimi month before John Langer Gokey. F. Kennedy was my,” Mark says, “and Mary graduated assassinated. Thus from Smith College with a degree in began the Congres- political science and government. So sional career of I always say we did her thing all those Mark Andrews. years I was in office.” “It was very Mary’s intellect and intuitiveness important to me,” helped Mark navigate the political Andrews says, “to waters. She has also been his help- bring North Dakota mate at home and on the farm. values to Washing- Mark and Mary are a team today ton.” Andrews be- like the team they have been through lieves that Repre- the years in Washington’s politi- sentative-elect Berg cal fishbowl. Instead of looking out and Senator-elect his senate office window framing John Hoeven will masses of people and congestion, be doing the same the Andrews now look out across the thing. Prior to their prairies that represent their security election Nov. 2, and serenity. Andrews was the They are thankful for the richness last Republican of their heritage and their homestead from North Dakota roots. They are thankful for family and their traditions. (Above) Mark and Mary Andrews live in to serve in Con- gress. Mark Andrews is still a man of the the home they built when they were first Does he have land; the land his family has farmed, married. advice for them? protected and defended for four (Left) Sen. Mark Andrews looks through No. Even though he generations. stacks of photos of the many famous people has had conversa- he met during his life in Washington. tions with Berg and

Amanda’s Hope Chest helping thousands of children By Amanda Gades when Mikulecky brought the bags in them to buy shoes or meet other Amanda Jo Swanson, Arthur, im- to Cass County Social Services, they requested needs. pacted hundreds of people through told her there were too many pres- An anonymous group from the her vibrant, selfless attitude. When ents for their case load. Hunter and Arthur area also collects her life was cut short by a tragic car “It was amazing when the pres- monetary donations for social ser- accident four days after her sixteenth ents were dropped off,” said Rose vices. Their money is dedicated for birthday, her positive impact didn’t Vaudrin, Foster Care Licensing youth in foster care or group homes. stop. Specialist for Cass County Social Ser- “That donation is really nice since Four years after her death, thou- vices. “This has really helped make we tend never to have enough for the sands of foster and underprivileged the holidays extra special (for foster children,” said Vaudrin. children have received Christmas families and children).” The collection boxes are filling up presents all because of a desire she The toys donated to social ser- The agencies that will receive expressed. vices have typically been given out Christmas presents this year include: “She had told one of her friends during the Christmas party. Vaudrin PATH, the Red River Children’s that she wanted to start a collection said, “There are usually a lot of Advocacy Center and the Ronald drive for foster children,” said Bobbie stuffed animals so we’d have a cake McDonald House. This is the first Mikulecky, coordinator of the proj- walk and the children could pick an year the Ronald McDonald House ect. “Within a week after she passed animal or a cake.” will receive presents. away, we made posters and the boxes While there is no holiday party Toys are already overflowing at Amanda Jo Swanson and got the drive going.” this year, social services will still the collection site outside of Mary’s The response was “incredible”. benefit from monetary donations Market, Arthur. More than 1,500 presents were they receive throughout the year as “The response [to the project] is donated the first year. So many that a result of the project. This allows overwhelming,” said Mary Engelke, a family friend of the Swansons. “Ev- eryone asks about Amanda’s Hope Chest. Engelke has seen 4-H clubs and grandmothers buy toys for the drive. And they never knew Amanda. “There is great community sup- port for this,” Engelke said. The amount of toys collected has remained steady throughout the five years. “[Amanda] was such a power- Amanda Jo Swanson’s younger sister, Ellie, stands by the Amanda’s Hope Chest ful person that it hasn’t gone down collection box outside of Mary’s Market, Arthur. Amanda passed away in 2006 and nearly as much as I thought it would. her friends and family took on the project in her honor. I thought it would peak out and then there would be half as many dona- lection sites. Needed items include: Remembering Amanda together, but it’s good that we’re still tions the year after. It hasn’t dwin- new books, DVDs, gift certificates, On Nov. 12, the day the collec- getting together.” dled that much.” clothes, blankets and games. The tion kicked off, it would have been Each wrote a birthday message Mikulecky plans on continuing four sites include: Northern Cass Amanda’s twentieth birthday. on the balloon. “I wonder what we Amanda’s Hope Chest for at least the School, Stop-N-Shop, Grandin, High school friends Whitney would do to celebrate your birth- next couple years. Dakota Heritage Bank, Hunter and Monilaws, Brittany Olson, Kait- day..” Maddocks wrote. “I think it’s really important to Mary’s Market, Arthur. lyn Timian, Allie Engelke, Taylor After all the messages were writ- continue it so people can see that Monetary donations are also Mikulecky and Mason Mikulecky ten, the balloons were released with a she’s still there and people still being accepted anytime of the year. gathered at the home of Bobbie and light breeze taking them to heaven. remember her,” said Mikulecky. Checks should be made payable to: Mike Mikulecky to reminisce, send While the guest of honor could “I don’t know what people would Amanda’s Hope Chest and can be off balloons and have birthday cake. not physically be at the birthday think if I stopped. What about all dropped off at Dakota Heritage Bank, This has been the tradition since celebration, her memory lives on those kids in Fargo that wouldn’t get Hunter. 2007. “It (the birthday gathering) - in the lives of her family, friends Christmas presents?” If you have any questions about keeps us all close,” said Allie Engelke. and the thousands of children who Amanda’s friends released balloons with birthday messages on Dec. 22 is the deadline for bring- the project, contact Bobbie Mi- Brooke Maddocks said, “It’s sad receive gifts through Amanda’s Hope Nov. 12, which would have been her twentieth birthday. ing Christmas presents to the col- kulecky at 701-967-8983. something like this has to bring us Chest. November 24, 2010 Cass County Reporter Lifestyle A-3 Casselton Community Endowment awards funds The Advisory Board of the Cas- (cover for the swimming pool) opportunity to access additional Births selton Community Endowment Fund • Central Cass Friends of Fine Arts matching funds through the North met Nov. 17 to review grant applica- $1,500 for sound equipment Dakota Community Foundation. Ev- tions and make determinations for • Casselton Community Theater ery dollar raised, up to $10,000, will funding. Advisory Board members $1,500 for start-up costs for the com- be matched dollar-for-dollar with a Pet Corner had $16,600 to disperse for the 2010 munity theater $5,000 bonus, if the community can grant cycle. Those organizations re- • Central Cass Parent/Teacher raise $25,000. Name: Tipper ceiving grants were: Organization $750 (to print student “The amount of money we have Reason for name: He was adopted and • Junior Achievement of the Up- directories) available to give away depends on already had that name. per Midwest, $500 (to support the • Cass Kids Farm Safety Day $250 the amount of money in our endow- Owner: Molly Miller, Durbin Central Cass K-5 program on person- for coordinator training travel. ment,” said Board Chair Ron Mueller. al financial responsibility), Organizations qualifying for a “As we grow our fund balance we are Age of owner: 10 • Central Cass School $1,000 (Al- grant include those with a formal able to make more and larger grants Type of pet: Bichon Poodle mix ternative Learning Center), relationship to government (i.e. a to eligible applicants.” Age of Pet: 7 years • Central Cass School $2,500 school or park district) and any group All gifts received by the end of the Favorite Food: Beneful dry dog food (Destination ImagiNation World authorized under IRS Code 501(c)3 year qualify for the 2010 match. To Favorite Activities: He likes to ride in the Competition), as a non-profit, tax-exempt organiza- date, the Advisory Board has raised • Central Cass School $600 (sup- tion. $2,400 toward their goal of $10,000. pick up and check fields with Molly’s port for the 2011 Senior Citizen The Casselton Community En- Those interested in contributing dad, Steve. Prom), dowment Fund was established in to the Casselton Community Endow- Personality: Calm and sleepy during the • Casselton Public Library $2,500 1993 with seed money from the Otto ment Fund can send tax-deductible day and full of energy at night. (To purchase a theater system for mo- Bremer Foundation and the North donations to: Casselton Community tion picture events), Dakota Community Foundation. Endowment Fund, PO Box 310, Cas- • Casselton Junior Optimists $500 The Endowment Fund boasts a selton, ND 58012. Donors may also (for project funds) balance of more than $280,000, the make donations online at www.ndcf. Share your pet with Cass County Reporter readers! Cade Puhr • Casselton Youth Task Force, income from which is used to make net (click on map of North Dakota, Send us your pet’s photo along with a brief biography. Shandi and Jeremy Puhr are the $2,000 (to support the Generations grants to projects and/or organiza- the Southeast region and then Cas- parents of a baby boy. Cade Steven Connecting Project), tions in the Casselton community. selton). Tell us what makes your pet special! was born October 20, 2010. He was 7 • Casselton Park District, $3,000 Each year, the community has the lbs. 13 oz. and 21 1/4 inches long. He [email protected] joins a brother, Caleb. Grandparents are Buster and Don- na Eckart, Jamestown, and Steve and Brought to you by: Melody Puhr, Fingal. Microchip your pet Great-grandparents are Keith and Burgums recognized at DFS Luncheon Marjorie Wright, New Rockford, Jack- to give them the best ie Eckert, Jamestown, the late Orville Julie and the late Brad Burgum vices and was a strong proponent for munity. Additional application infor- Eckart, Elden and Dorothy Langer, were recognized with an award at the rural EMST services throughout North mation can be found on the nddfs.org protection in case Alice, Alice Puhr, Enderlin, and the annual Dollars for Scholars Chapter Dakota. Julie Burgum also grew up in website and must be sent to NDDFS late John Puhr. Appreciation Luncheon Oct. 16. Brad rural North Dakota (Napoleon) and State Office by January 31, 2011. 15556 36th St. SE, Casselton they get lost. provided leadership to start the Cen- continues to be a strong supporter for A minimum of four awards will be 701-347-5496 tral Cass Dollars for Scholars program rural issues and education. provided in 2011 and anyone interested and served as treasurer for 19 years. He In honor of Brad’s devotion to Emer- in donating to this fund may do so by and Julie also supported the efforts to gency Medical Services and Training, going online at nddfs.org or calling the establish the State Dollars for Scholars North Dakota Dollars for Scholars has state director, Lori Sayler, at 701-328- Chaffee Lions Open House office. established a scholarship to provide 5702. The number of awards will be de- Brad was instrumental in organiz- $500 awards toward EMS training for pendent on the number of donations. ing the Casselton Area Ambulance ser- anyone 18 or older serving a rural com- COMMUNITY AUCTION An open house to celebrate the 65th wedding anniversary of Hilbert and Jordis (Robertsdahl) Baumgar- ten, Fargo, will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, December 9, 2010 Saturday, Dec. 4 at Canaan Moravian @ 7:00 p.m. Church, Davenport. Miss N. Dakota USA and Teen USA pageants They were married Dec. 30, 1945 Tiffany Nipstad, Kindred, and Ja- go Tintmasters, Grand Forks Tint- Held at in Hickson. calyn Johnson, Gardner, will be com- masters, Bjoreum Brothers Construc- peting in the Miss North Dakota USA tion, Mueller Farms Inc., and Delores and Miss North Dakota Teen USA Johnson. Embden Farmers Union pageants to be held at the North Da- Over 1.3 million dollars in scholar- kota State University Festival Concert ships will be available at the pageant, Hall, Fargo, at 4 p.m. Nov. 21. They and thirty contestants at this year’s FREE COFFEE & DONUTS will compete in three proportional pageants will be receiving college All proceeds to Lions activities. Singles club segments: evening gown, fitness/ scholarships. In addition, this year’s Conducted by Steffes Auctioneers. swimwear and personality interview. state titleholders will each receive hostsThe Red River dance Singles will be hold- Tiffany is sponsored by Rustad’s thousands of dollars in prizes and ing a dance Saturday, Nov. 27 at the Gravel and Dirt, Dewey’s Bar and Grill, awards and the opportunity to com- Drawings Sons of Norway, 722 Second Ave. N., Elm River Credit Union, Playtime Plus pete for the national titles. Fargo, from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Learning Center, Schmitty’s Welding, Area young women who are inter- for Cash Prizes! Music will be provided by Lone Wolf Inc., Cass Rural Water Users District, ested in participating in next years Tickets available from and the theme of the evening is Give Lil’ Buckaroo’s Inc., Oxbow Golf and pageant should contact Future Pro- Thanks. Country Club, Red River Draperies, ductions at (952) 440-4550 or email Lions’ Members. For more information go to www. Kindred True Value Hardware, and [email protected], or visit red-river-singles.org or call 701-541- Jon Erickson Tax Service LLC. www.missnorthdakotausa.com or 1183. Jacalyn is sponsored by Schmitz www.missnorthdakotateenusa.com. Jacalyn Johnson Insurance Agency, County Line, Far- At times we all Call Bill at 347-4493 need a li le help!

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Please join us for a Medicare Part D Thanksgiving Meal Enrollment event The North Dakota Insurance Department invites you to attend a free event Thursday, November 25 for assistance in switching or enrolling in a Medicare prescription drug plan. 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30 Doublewood Inn Woodland North & South Casselton United Methodist Church 3333 13th Ave. S., Fargo Please use the northeast entrance free will donation Please bring: • A list of your medications, including dosages and frequency • Your Medicare card All donations to be given to • The full name of your current plan To avoid waiting in line, call 2-1-1 Community of Care to begin the plan comparison process via phone. For more information, call 1-888-575-6611. November 24, 2010 A-4 Opinion Cass County Reporter

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To the Editor The new righthand-slight of their hand is “epudiate” their word of the day. They would have ewe believe the vote on No- vember 2, 2010, was a repudiation of Obama’s policies. No the vote was a repudiation of the republican’s false-untruthful - unfactual - versions of Obama’s policies. For about two years now , they have cried “Black Wolf - BOO” - Grim Fairie’s tails (no tail, the proper end of the fairy), virtually uncontested, and unhampered by the truth, facts or demo-crats. The failure of Obama and his ‘crats was in their inept - weak kneed - attempts at communicating the truth and the facts to the sheep of all flocks, left - right - and in the middle, for the two years “Before” the sheep voted on the phony versions - the only versions to assault their ears and pull the wool over their eyes. The ‘crats feeble - lame tries to correct their propaganda - PR faults with two-three weeks ‘til votin’ day was too little - too late - and a dollar short. Why did the self-destructocrats do that to themselves? Because with every “BOO” - Mr. “O” and all his rats freaked-out and froze in fear, like a jackass in the headlights, at the very thought that their lovesick Bull’s potential for an affair with any bipartisan Republican that will moo, could get all messed-up? So much so, most all of the mess stuck to them, and their Bull got them nothing, but the horn, and that their own. ~ Jim Collins, Sr., Casselton, N.D.

It’s Time to Address Teen Licensing in North Dakota As various reports have recently pointed out, North Dakota is the only state without a graduated driver license program. While there have been efforts in the past to implement a GDL system in North Dakota, not quite enough lawmakers have sup- ported the legislation. AAA, along with other members of the North Dakota Coalition for Graduated Driver Licensing, hopes current efforts will lead to a different outcome for the sake of young drivers and those who share the road with them. It is well known that traffic crashes are the number one killer of North Dakota teens making the issue both a traffic safety problem and a public health concern. Due to inexperience, young drivers are more likely to crash than another other age group. Let’s look at the numbers. While teens make up just 6.5 percent of all drivers in North Dakota, they’ve been involved in 30 percent of injury crashes and almost 20 percent of fatal crashes over the last 10 years. In more than half the cases, the fatality was someone other than the teen driver. And even though rural areas seem safe for young drivers, they are actually the most Lloyd Omdahl dangerous. In North Dakota, 92 percent of teen driver fatal crashes occur on rural roadways. Other states have seen as much as a 39-percent decrease in teen crashes after implementing graduated licensing concepts. Former Lt. Governor of ND -Former UND Political Science professor North Dakota teens face unacceptable levels of risk because the current system does not include the three-phased system known to reduce young driver crashes. The needed changes aren’t drastic. For the majority of teens, licensing won’t be delayed. Supervised driving during the permit phase is emphasized while the intermediate phase, which is missing from the current licensing system, allows teens to gain unsupervised driving experience under conditions of less risk. The GDL concept is simple: Maximizing experience while minimizing risk. A similar concept is applied every day by Election Didn’t Affect the Legislature businesses, banks, farms and other entities that look to minimize the risks they face while maximizing potential profits or Even though the state’s voters gave Republicans a significant addition to their legislative majorities, the election will benefits. In the case of graduated driver licensing, the benefit is lives saved and injuries avoided. have little impact on the workings of 2011 legislative session. By making a few simple, yet effective, changes to our licensing system, we stand to significantly reduce the number of car Republicans gained nine seats in the Senate and 11 in the House, building their majorities to over two-thirds in both crashes on North Dakota roads. houses. Without regard to three recounts still in progress, Democrats have been reduced to 12 senators and 25 representa- ~ By Gene LaDoucer, AAA North Dakota tives. If it is any consolation, the Democrats have seen worse years. In the legislative sessions of 1957, 1967, 1969, 1973 and 1984, Democrats had fewer senate seats than they will have in the upcoming session. In 1957, 1967 and 1969, they had fewer representatives. So the 2010 losses aren’t really unprecedented. The truth is that the Republicans didn’t need to gain any seats to have their way in state policy decisions. Consequently, the election will have minimal impact on the direction the state will be marching in the next biennium. Republicans had Conrad to stay on Budget Committee all the horses they needed before the election. After consulting constituents across North Dakota and colleagues in the U.S. Senate, Senator Kent Conrad announced that A more important reason that the new political arrangement will not impact the Legislature is because partisan politics he will retain his leadership position as Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee and stay as a senior member of the Senate are not critical to the legislative process. Political parties organize the Legislature, manage the flow of bills and generate Agriculture Committee. some competitive dialogue, but the heart of the entire process is the nonpartisanship that is imbedded in our political “After many conversations with constituents, ag leaders and Senate colleagues, it is clear that the people of North Dakota culture. are best served with me remaining the Chairman of the Budget Committee,” Senator Conrad said. “As Chairman of the Bud- The proof of nonpartisanship in the Legislature can be found in the voting records. Less than 20 per cent of the bills get Committee and a senior member of the Agriculture Committee, the people of North Dakota will be best represented in find a majority of Republicans voting against a majority of Democrats. In partisan states, such as New Jersey, some 75 per negotiations on the next Farm Bill, legislation to reduce our dependence on foreign energy, and renewed efforts to put our cent of the bills would be partisan, including water well-drilling in Hunterdon County. nation’s fiscal house in order.” This nonpartisan tradition means that ideas will be entertained more on their worth than on their political sponsor- Senator Conrad cited his ability to shape the 2002 and 2008 Farm Bills from his position as Chairman of the Budget Com- ship. Consequently, Democrats would be heard even if their numbers had been reduced to two floor leaders. Nonpartisan- mittee and as a senior member of the Agriculture Committee, as important factors in his decision. ship prevails regardless of elections. “Even though we are about to write a new Farm Bill — and chairing the Agriculture Committee would be something I Undergirding this nonpartisanship is another virtue of the North Dakota political culture – recognition of the inherent would very much enjoy — most everyone has concluded that I am in a very strong position to affect the outcome of the next dignity and equality of all people. Everyone is important enough to be heard, in and out of the Legislature- even Demo- Farm Bill by remaining a senior member of the Agriculture Committee and retaining the Chairmanship of the Budget Com- crats, regardless of numbers. Committee chairs let all folks testify, even when they have nothing to say and take forever to mittee,” Senator Conrad said. say it. Respect for equality continues regardless of elections. A coalition of leading North Dakota agriculture organizations wrote Senator Conrad urging him to remain Chairman of When it comes to policy, the state’s political culture predetermines almost all actions of the Legislature. Because the the Budget Committee. “We believe that your continued chairmanship of the Budget Committee would be a better use of your state’s culture is conservative, its parties and policies are conservative. We have two political parties – conservative and experience and seniority on behalf of North Dakota agriculture, as well as to our country during these challenging times for less conservative – and they both come up conservative. Conservatism marches on without regard to elections. That’s our nation’s budget,” wrote the 15 coalition members. called representative government. In addition, the Grand Forks Herald — one of North Dakota’s largest newspapers — recently called for Senator Conrad to Within the parameters of this conservatism, legislative policy will be made, meaning that there will be no dramatic remain Budget Committee chairman, noting he played a central role in the passage of the 2008 Farm Bill and “didn’t need the chairman’s gavel to be effective.” In its November 13 editorial, the Herald wrote “while Conrad at Agriculture could craft conservative-shattering legislation in the 2011 session. The creation of the Bank of North Dakota and the State Mill was a short-term boost for North Dakota, Conrad at Budget could help build the foundation for long-term prosperity — for not our one abandonment of conservatism and that aberration was forced on us by chronic exploitation of Minneapolis inter- only North Dakota but also the entire U.S.” ests. Though we continue to love our Bank and Mill, we won’t ever do that again. “Obviously, the biggest hurdle we now face is the long-term fiscal challenge confronting our nation. We’re on an unsus- So if you are a serious Legislature watcher, don’t be shocked if you are not shocked by the 2011 session. The past will tainable course,” Senator Conrad said. “As chairman of the Budget Committee and a senior member of the Agriculture and continue into the future. Finance committees, I will be best positioned to help get results for North Dakota and the nation.” Below is the letter to Senator Conrad from North Dakota agriculture leaders: Honorable Senator Kent Conrad 530 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 The Dakota Kid Dear Senator Conrad: by Lynn We write to thank you for your strong leadership on the agricultural and budgetary issues facing our nation. We greatly appreciate your efforts in developing the 2002 and 2008 Farm Bills as well as your service as Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee. Indeed, your position as Chairman has assured that agricultural issues receive fair and equitable treatment be- fore the Budget Committee. We understand that you have the opportunity to become the Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee in the next Congress but that doing so would require stepping down as Chair of the Senate Budget Committee. We appreciate your sup- Three-Legged Race port of agriculture and know that you would be an excellent Chairman of the Agriculture Committee. However, we believe that your continued chairmanship of the Budget Committee would be a better use of your experience and seniority on behalf When my pal Billy and I were about 10 years old our community had a “Fall Frolic” celebration in thanks for the harvest of North Dakota agriculture, as well as to our country during these challenging times for our nation’s budget. We also believe with all varieties of kid races and contests. Billy and I entered the three-legged race. You know how that works -- two rac- that through your leadership both the 2002 and 2008 Farm Bills addressed North Dakota’s agricultural needs extremely well. ers run side-by-side with their inside legs tied together. We practiced and practiced until we had our moves coordinated Therefore, we encourage you to retain your chairmanship of the Senate Budget Committee in the 112th Congress. and could run as one. We had it cold. We either ran in unison or we lost. We won in a breeze and we did it again the fol- Once again, thank you for the continued support and leadership that you provide to North Dakota and the nation on ag- lowing year. We were highly motivated because there were cash prizes and they were generous. ricultural and budgetary issues. On the subject of two guys operating as one, there was a movie, “The Defiant Ones” years ago about two guys, one black Sincerely, and one white, deep dark hating enemies, prisoners together in a chain gang, who managed to escape while still chained to David Berg, President & CEO American Crystal Sugar Company one another and had to cooperate to survive. I’m not allowed to tell you how it turned out, but I can assure you the going David Roche, President & CEO Minn-Dak Farmers Cooperative wasn’t easy. Larry Kleingartner, Executive Director National Sunflower Association And now we have a new congress, many of whom campaigned like they would like to go to Washington and rip some- Jim Broten, Chariman North Dakota Barley Council body’s heart out. Have you ever seen so much negative campaigning in your life? Nasty. Vicious. Do you know of any Darin Anderson, President North Dakota Corn Growers Association mature, serious citizen who enjoyed the slashing? And now everybody is determined to reduce spending presumably while Robert Carlson, President North Dakota Farmers Union cutting somebody’s taxes. But whose taxes get cut and whose don’t? Who’ll give up earmarks and who won’t? Who wants Dan Wogsland, Executive Director North Dakota Grain Growers Association to dump the medical care program and who doesn’t? Who would support tax benefits for companies that export jobs and Scott Hendrickson, President North Dakota Soybean Growers Association who wouldn’t? Who will compromise and who won’t? Who is willing to sit tight and do nothing for two years, and who Julie Ellingson, Executive Director North Dakota Stockmen’s Association wants to get something done now? Don Streifel, President Northarvest Bean Growers Association Which side are you on? Doesn’t matter. What nobody seems willing to consider is that if they are determined to stall Chuck Gunnerson, Northern Plains Potato Growers Association and do nothing for two years (which some apparently are -- at full pay of course), time will not stand still and compromises Shannon Berndt, Executive Director Northern Pulse Growers Association will have to be made and the nasty, vicious, mud slinging deep, dark enemies are going to have to run in unison for awhile Barry Coleman, Executive Director Northern Canola Growers Association Kelly Erickson, President Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association to get anywhere. The truth is, we are chained together and if two (or three) sides insist on pulling in opposite directions, Keith Deutsch, President U.S. Durum Growers Association we will not survive. Somebody has to grow up and stop playing games. Who will be the first to cross the line and extend the hand of conciliation?

State Senator Tim Mathern of Fargo is helping Mathernfight an effort by state Attorneys joinsat the expense of workingfight families in North to Dakota andprotect across America,” Mathern health “It is unfortunate carethat some politicians have adopted a strategy of ‘massive resis- General to overturn crucial health care reforms. said. “They are threatening the gains we have made--no pre-existing conditions for tance’ when it comes to health care reform. Their constituents instead deserve the Mathern and other state legislators from across the country have filed a friend children, no lifetime caps on treatment, covering our young people until age 26 on sort of pragmatic, problem-solving approach that has been adopted by North Dakota of the court brief which opposes a federal lawsuit by several states that challenges familiy policies while also putting future benefits at risk.” Democrats and Republicans and is paying off in terms of improved health care cover- federal health care reform based on constitutional grounds. The lawsuit claims that the Medicaid-related provisions of the Affordable Care age and payments to health care providers struggling in this state.” Mathern and the other lawmakers seek to protect the expanded health care cover- Act are unconstitutional under the Ninth and Tenth Amendments. However, states Senator Mathern is on the Appropriations Committee and serves on the interim age and guaranteed health insurance security for millions of Americans. They argue always have the option to opt out of Medicaid and the federal government’s various Health and Human Services Committee. He has long advocated for health care cover- that national health reform has created a federal-state partnership that sets a mini- Medicaid requirements altogether. age of all citizens as a human right. mum national floor of coverage and protection while allowing states freedom when it Mathern said. “North Dakota has taken advantage of the opportunities created by The Motion for Leave to File as Amicus Curiae in Florida v. U.S. Department of comes to the details of implementation. working with the federal government. That’s why, for example, our state continues to Health & Human Services can be read here: “The Attorney Generals who filed this lawsuit want to stop health care reform be able to do more in children’s health care(CHIP) and Medicaid. http://progressivestates.org/sync/pdfs/State%20Legislators%20Motion%20for%20Leave%20to%20File.pdf

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POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Casselton, North Dakota Cass County Reporter, PO Box 190, Casselton ND 58012-0190 Casselton Reporter - The Hunter Times - The Kindred Tribune November 24, 2010 Cass County Reporter Church A-5 Area Obituaries Area Church Directory Thomas Thoemke Catholic Gift of God Lutheran (CLC) Trinity Lutheran Thomas Thoemke died November Mapleton - Rev. Matthew Gurath Ayr-Pastors Jeffery & Elizabeth Davis 17, 2010. St. Agatha’s Catholic Worship: 9:00 a.m. Worship: 9:00 a.m. He was born to Jean M. (Behlmer/ Hope-Rev. Timothy Johnson Rosenkranz) Thoemke and Robert Sunday Mass: 11:00 a.m. Grace Lutheran Zion Lutheran Lee Rosenkranz January 1, 1976. Grandin-Rev. Michael Kessler Harwood-Pastor Doug Stave Sacred Heart Worship: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. He became Thomas L Thoemke Worship: 10:00 a.m. Jan 1. 1994, when he took Bill Thoe- Sanborn-Rev. Timothy Johnson Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m. Herby Lutheran Fellowship: 11:00 a.m. mke’s last name. He grew up in West Argusville-Rev. Paul Fugelstad Fargo. He attended schools at West St. Agnes Catholic Worship: 9:30 a.m. Methodist Fargo South Elementary, the West Hunter-Rev. Matthew Attansey Fargo Middle School, and graduated Mass: 1st, 3rd Sundays 8:30 a.m. Horace Lutheran Kindred Area Parish from West Fargo High School. Mass: 2nd, 4th Sundays 10:30 a.m. Horace-Pastor Dave Sorensen Calvary-Kindred, Zion near Walcott When Thomas went to work at Wed., March 10: “I Am the Light of the Worship: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Pastor John Bergh Ardie Thorson LTC. Arthur Wichmann the Vocational Training Center in World” 6:00 p.m. Fellowship: 9:30 a.m. Worship: Zion 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship: Kindred 11:00 a.m. Fargo, they found him a job with the Ardie Oliver Thorson, 87, LTC. Arthur Reynolds Wich- St. Benedict’s Catholic US Postal Service, Fargo. He worked Kindred Lutheran United Methodist Page, N.D., died Thursday, No- mann passed away on October Horace-Rev. Jared Kadlec there for nine years. He was put on Kindred-Pastor Andrew Schlecht. Arthur/Casselton vember 18, 2010, at the Good Saturday Mass: 5:00 p.m. 29, 2010 in Mesa, Ariz. He was disability when his knees gave out. He Sunday Mass: 7:00 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m. Rev. Arlyn Coalter Samaritan Center in Arthur, 81 years old. went back to the Vocational Training Mass: Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Website: www.kindredlutheran.com Worship: Casselton 10:30 a.m. N.D. Arthur was born and raised Center and then went to work at Wal- Mass: Wednesday-Friday 8:30 a.m. Worship: Arthur 9:00 a.m. Ardie was born January in Fargo, N.D., to Arthur and mart and was employed there at the New Hope Lutheran Church 7, 1923 on the family farm in Edna Wichmann on May 24, time of his death. St. Bernard Catholic Leonard United Methodist - Page Broadlawn Township, Steele He is survived by his parents, a Oriska-Rev. Timothy Johnson Worship in Leonard: 9:00 a.m. Rev. Allen Finger 1929. Arthur graduated from Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Worship: 8:30 a.m. County, N.D. He was the son Central High School in Fargo sisters, Dawn (Timothy) Beedy, Apple Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m. of John and Minnie (Pederson) Valley, Minn., Jill Thoemke, Brain- in 1947 and North Dakota State St. Leo’s Catholic Maple Sheyenne Lutheran United Methodist - Hope Thorson. He attended Broad- University in 1952 with a BS in ard, Minn.; brothers, Daniel Shields, Casselton-Rev. James Ermer Harwood-Rev. Emily Nesdahl Rev. Allen Finger lawn #4 Elementary School Agriculture. He was a member Brainard Minn., Bill J. Thoemke, Mi- Saturday Mass: 5 p.m. Worship: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Worship: 9:45 a.m. and graduated from Page High of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. not, David (Wendy) Thoemke, Thief Mass: 2nd, 4th Sundays 8:30 a.m. School in May of 1940. Ardie at- River Falls, Minn.; and many nieces Mass: 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays 10:30 a.m. Martin’s Lutheran Moravian After graduating, he entered Casselton-Rev. Dr. Paula V. Mehmel tended the University of Minne- the US Army as a Second Lieu- and nephews. sota (St. Paul Campus) and was Tom was preceded in death by St. Maurice’s Catholic Worship: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Bethel-Goshen Moravian tenant. He was assigned to Ft. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Leonard - Rev. Reid Lauderman a member of the U of M boxing grandparents and great-grandpar- Kindred-Father Jared Kadlec Rucker, Ala., for training as an Mass: 8:30 a.m. Fellowship Hour 10:00 a.m. Durbin - Rev. Reid Lauderman team. He was also a golden ents. Worship: Goshen 9:00 a.m. army aviator. He then served The funeral was held Monday, No- glove boxer at the NDSCS, tours in Europe, Korea, two St. Thomas Catholic Norman-Davenport Parish Worship: Bethel 11:00 a.m. Wahpeton, N.D. After the death vember 22 in Grace Lutheran Church, Kindred-Davenport-Rev. Brian Hansen tours in Vietnam as a helicopter Buffalo-Rev. James Ermer of his father in 1949, Ardie re- Fargo. Mass: 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays 8:30 a.m. Worship: Davenport 10:45 a.m. Canaan Moravian pilot and many army posts in turned to the family farm. Ardie Burial is in Casselton Cemetery, Mass: 2nd, 4th Sundays 10:30 a.m. No Sunday School: Rural Davenport - Pastor Mary Bielke the United States. He retired as would farm in the summers and Casselton. Worship: Norman 9:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. a decorated veteran at the rank No Sunday School: Worship: 10:30 a.m. work various jobs in Fargo, Min- Condolences may be sent online - St. Williams Catholic neapolis and California during of Lieutenant Colonel from Fort westfuneralhome.com. Argusville-Father Leo Kinney Benning, Ga., in 1973. Arrangements entrusted to West Daily Mass: Thursday: 6:00 p.m. Our Savior Lutheran Presbyterian the winters. On February 17, Page-Pastors Jeffery & Elizabeth Davis Arthur spent 24 years with Funeral Homes, Casselton and West Saturday Mass: 7:00 p.m. 1955 he was united in marriage Sunday Mass: 10:00 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. Baldwin Presbyterian to Allene Sundet in Minneapo- the US Postal Service in Arizo- Fargo. Pillsbury-Substitute Supply Pastor lis. In 1964 they bought a house na, Missouri and Arkansas re- Congregational Redeemer Lutheran Worship: 9:00 a.m. in Page where they made their tiring in Gilbert, Ariz., in 1997. Hope-Pastors Jeffery & Elizabeth Davis For the last thirteen years Ar- Barrie Congregational Worship: 9:00 a.m. home until health problems ne- - More Obits on A8 - Colgate Presbyterian cessitated their move to a nurs- thur has spent his summers in Rural Kindred-Rev. Chuck Belzer Worship: October 24 Shepherd of the Prairie Rev. Mark Flaten ing home. Ardie retired from Detroit Lakes, Minn., and his Rev. Sarah Larsen Tade Worship: 9:00 a.m. farming in 2000 and continued winters in Mesa, Ariz. United Church of Christ No Saturday Worship: to help on the farm until this Arthur is survived by his Argusville-Rev. Dorothy (Darcy) Borden Sunday Worship: Walcott: 9:00 a.m. Faith United Presbyterian fall. three daughters Lee Myers, Worship: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: Christine: 9:30 a.m. Hunter-Grandin-Rev. Donna Monteith Ardie loved playing all sports Phoenix, Ariz., Kelly Bleak, Worship: Hunter 9:00 a.m. in school. His love of athletics Heber, Ariz., and Joan Davies, Lutheran St. John Lutheran Worship: Grandin 11:00 a.m. Arthur-Pastor Scott Fielder continued after school by play- Topeka, Kan., as well as four Buffalo Lutheran Worship: 9:00 a.m. First Presbyterian ing independent basketball and grandchildren including Lauren MEMORIALS & Buffalo-Rev. Cathy Hedmark Buffalo-Rev. Brian Hazard coaching and playing indepen- Pilon, Mesa, Ariz. Worship: 10:30 a.m. St. John Lutheran Worship: 10:00 a.m. dent baseball. He coached Lit- His wife, Barbara Wich- CUSTOM STONE Embden-Rev. John Flaa tle League baseball for several mann, passed away in Gilbert, First Lutheran Worship: 9:00 a.m. Tower City Presbyterian years in the Page community. Ariz., in 2002. CREATIONS Hunter-Rev. Julie Tillberg Tower City-Rev. Brian Hazard His greatest entertainment was 117 Suite B, 23rd St. N., Fargo, ND 58102 Worship: 9:00 a.m. St. Paul’s Lutheran Worship: 11:15 a.m. Memorial Services were held Tower City-Rev. Cathy Hedmark to watch young kids play sports. November 17 in Shepherd of Worship: 9:00 a.m. Westminster Presbyterian He was involved in the Boy the Prairie Moravian Church, Alexia Kieffer No Sunday School: Casselton-Rev. Richard Kargard Scouts of America serving as a Fargo, N.D. 347-4024 Gardner United Lutheran Worship: 9:30 a.m. scout leader for many years. He Memorials preferred to the Gardner-Rev. Tim Bauer St. Peter Lutheran Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. served on the Page City Park American Cancer Society Cell: 730-4540 Worship: 11:00 a.m. Rural Chaffee-Rev. John Flaa Board, Page Volunteer Fire De- Online guestbook at: www. Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. partment and was a member of boulgerfuneralhome.com. Monuments, On Site Services, the Page Community Club. Good Samaritan Center Countertops, Pastor Scott Fielder West Prairie Free Lutheran (AFLC) Ardie’s family meant the Custom/Laser/Etching, Worship: 10:30 a.m. Rural Kindred, Rev. Lee Hoops world to him. 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Jess, Rick & Stacy Bill, Flora & the staff of West Funeral Home November 24, 2010 A-6 School News Cass County Reporter Creative project, ‘The Big Read’ held at Kindred High School In honor the 50th anniversary of the classic from other grades was easier and a lot more perience, working with others reading a classic novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, the ‘The Big Read’ fun.” novel.” was held at Kindred High School. Ninth grader Mandi Johnson commented, Tessa Heitkamp stated, “It’s a fun way to in- The National Endowment Association “The Big Read was a fun and an educational ex- teract with people from your school.” (NEA) project was managed under the guidance of English teachers Tanya Neu- miller, Beth Karnik and Joan Halland. Every student in grades 9-11 was giv- en a book and put into a group of three or four. The groups were mixed so that each group had at least one 9th grader, one 10th grader, and one 11th grader. There were a total of 50 groups in the high school gymnasium. The groups met four times for discus- sion with various activities for each time. The culmination will be the viewing of the classic film starring Gregory Peck on Wednesday, Nov. 24. Discussions were led by the English department with help from teachers Cody Kittelson and Eric Dick. English teacher Beth Karnick believed it was a great success. “We were happy about the enthusi- asm of the students,” said Karnik. “This was our first attempt at this kind of proj- ect. We hope to do it again sometime.” Students also reflected on the reward- ing project. Courtesy Photo Ninth grader Katilyn Haugen said, “Doing different activities with students English teacher Joan Halland introduces ‘The Big Read’ to the ninth through eleventh Kindred High School students Tyler Holland, Callie Enander and Austin Andvik work on grade students. a discussion poster for the project ‘The Big Read’. Bank of ND expands College SAVE to financial advisors Bank of North Dakota announced Bank of North Dakota2 com or by contacting a Bank of North tablished in 1919 to encourage and the expansion of North Dakota’s 529 ·Flexible investment options and Dakota representative. promote agriculture, commerce and college savings plan, College SAVE, to control over the account Fifteen different advisor firms industry in North Dakota. BND is over- the financial advisor community. “We recognize that financial advi- have currently signed an agreement seen by the Industrial Commission of The expansion will offer families sors are among the best resources a with College SAVE to sell the plan or North Dakota, consisting of Gov. John who work with financial advisors a family can have while making impor- serve as the advisor of record to clients Hoeven as chairman, Attorney Gener- flexible, smart way to move one step tant investment decisions,” explained on previously sold plans. A total of al Wayne Stenehjem, and Agriculture closer to the goal of saving for a higher Eric Hardmeyer, Bank of North Da- 167 available advisors reside in cities Commissioner Doug Goehring. education. kota president. “This expansion brings that include Bismarck, Minot, Fargo, For more information about North North Dakota residents and their the benefits of College SAVE to that Grand Forks, Kenmare, Lamoure, Dakota’s College SAVE Plan, call financial advisors will benefit from: powerful relationship, offering an- Jamestown, Beulah, Bottineau, Bow- 1-866-SAVE-529 (1-866-728-3529) ·Federal and state tax-deferred other way to make saving for college man, Devils Lake, and Williston. or visit www.collegesave4u.com to growth and tax-free qualified with- part of our families’ overall financial “Every day we are working to put obtain a Plan Disclosure Statement. drawals1 strategy.” more advisor agreements in place so Investment objectives, risks, charges, ·A state tax deduction for North Families who choose to work with that residents may choose a service expenses, and other important infor- Dakota taxpayers of up to $10,000 a financial advisor to invest in College that best fits their needs in a com- mation are included in the Plan Dis- if married and filing jointly, and up SAVE will not be charged any addi- munity close to where they live,” said closure Statement; read and consider Tae Kwon Do champions to $5,000 if single (per year in both tional fees. The costs are the same as Hardmeyer. it carefully before investing. Upromise cases) when a participant chooses to open an College SAVE is administered by Investments, Inc. serves as Distributor Courtesy photo ·An opportunity to qualify for a account directly through the College Bank of North Dakota. The nation’s and Underwriter. The Super Regional Tae Kwon Do Tournament was held in Sioux Falls, S.D., matching grant of up to $300 from SAVE Web site at www.collegesave4u. only state-owned bank, BND was es- Oct. 8 and 9. Participating were (not pictured) Kaylee Burgard: 3rd degree Black Belt, placed first in sparring and second in weapons; (front from left) Jake Schnase: Blue Belt, third in sparring and first in form; Rachelle Amund- son: Red Belt, placed second in sparring and third in weapons; Jacob Mey- ers: Black Belt, placed third in sparring; (back) Mark Meyers. Teens can learn about traffic Heratige Society sponsors essay contest safety and win prizes The Germans from Russia Heritage •II. High School…ninth thru 12th North Dakota teens can promote event at their school. A traffic safety Society (GRHS) is sponsoring an “Es- grade. Students to represent ND in Europe traffic safety in their school and com- event could be to bring a program or Last spring, two area students ‘once in a lifetime’ opportunity. “I’ve say Contest” for students. The purpose III. University or College Under- came home to find a prestigious enve- always dreamed of traveling as well as munity, all while having fun with demonstration to their school such as of this contest is to encourage students graduate lope addressed to them. Neither knew sharing my musical talent, but I never friends by registering for the second Alive at 25, Rollover Simulator, Seat- to learn about the history of the Ger- FORMAT: 2011 format includes what it was for, or who it was from, but thought it would come true. Thanks to Annual ND Teen Drivers Traffic Safety belt Convincer, or have a local Law En- man Russian ethnic group. This year’s Digital Media entries. it didn’t stop them from reading their Northern Ambassadors it has,” says Contest. Contestants have the chance forcement officer come to their school theme is: DEADLINE: Completed essay and Thea Klinnert. mail. They soon realized they were to win up to $1,000 and a $1,000 Traf- to speak about traffic safety. “Germany/ Russia/Americas…Gi- entry form must be postmarked by 31 nominated by their music director to A Christmas Festival of Music fic Safety Grant for their school. AAA North Dakota and Wal-Mart ant Steppes toward Freedom”. March 2011. take part in the Northern Ambassa- is scheduled for Dec. 5 to help raise The North Dakota Department of are sponsors of the cash prizes for the dors of Music program. money for their travels. It will be held Genealogy is a rapidly growing in- SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS: A Transportation (NDDOT), AAA North traffic safety video and billboard de- terest in our society; exposure to the $1000 scholarship will be awarded to Cole Girodat, a freshman, and at St. Maurice Catholic Church, Kin- Dakota, and the North Dakota Safety sign winners. First place winners in Thea Klinnert, a sophomore, both at dred, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. The event study of family heritage and to the his- the winning university undergradu- Council (NDSC) are in partnership each category will also receive a Traffic Kindred High School will be traveling will be showcasing Kindred area musi- tory of the German-Russians helps to ate entry and the Gwen Pritzkau $250 and performing their musical talents cal talents, as well as Cole and Thea’s to host the second Annual ND Teen Safety Grant for their school. stimulate a lifelong interest in family scholarship to the winning high school across Europe. They will be traveling musical ability. Free will donation will Drivers Traffic Safety Contest at www. “AAA is committed to helping teens & ethnic history. senior entry. Trophies, $150 and $100 to countries such as France, Switzer- include soup, salad, and breadsticks. NDTeenDrivers.com. survive the most dangerous period of ELIGIBILITY: The contest is open cash awards will be awarded to 1st land, Austria, Italy, Germany, and A silent auction will take place which “The NDDOT launched the their lives – learning to drive,” said to all students in public, private, paro- place winners and runners-up in the includes wine baskets, Lia Sophia Gift England. NDTeenDrivers.com website to pro- Gene LaDoucer, AAA North Dakota chial or home schools and universities, Middle School and High School divi- Girodat will be performing in one Certificates, as well as baskets from a mote safe driving practices among spokesman. “As North Dakota teens subject to the age categories below. sions. of two concert bands consisting of 90 variety of businesses. teens. I think this contest is a great are grossly overrepresented in motor musicians each as well as a choir of Please join Cole Girodat and Thea The subject of the paper or the Pow- The winning essays will be an- way to get teens involved in traffic vehicle crashes, their involvement in erPoint entry must be related to the nounced at the 2011 GRHS Conven- 170 individuals. Klinnert will be par- Klinnert, as well as other members safety and focus on their driving be- crafting and delivering traffic safety ticipating in the choir as well. Both from the community as they spread German-Russian history, heritage or tion, which will be held in Spokane WA haviors,” states Mark Nelson, Safety messages can save lives and reduce in- students are extremely excited for this their musical talents Dec. 5. culture and must be the contestant’s on 20-24 July 2011. Awards, trophies Director with the NDDOT. juries on our state’s roadways.” original work; however, the student and scholarships will be presented at This year the ND Teen Drivers The contest winner last year, Rug- does not need to be of German-Rus- that time. Contest information and Sanford Health sponsors DFS scholarships Traffic Safety Contest will ask stu- by High School, observed an increase sian heritage to enter the contest. entry blanks can be downloaded at the North Dakota Dollars for Scholars tives, helping ensure quality health- dents, ages 14 to 19 enrolled at a North in seatbelt use by 13 percent after the CATEGORIES: GRHS Website: http://www.grhs.org/ (NDDFS) is pleased to announce that care across our state for years to come Dakota school, to develop a 30 second contest was completed in March 2010. International winners will be cho- youth/index.htm on the Youth Pro- a new Sanford Health scholarship will by growing our own future medical traffic safety video or create a traffic With survey results showing that stu- be given to our state’s students who professionals.” sen in each of the following catego- gram pages or call Vera Hoff at 605- safety billboard design. Students may dents began to change their behavior ries. 718-4116. Helpful links are also avail- are pursuing a medical career. Sanford Sanford Health is an integrated work individually, or in a group of up and become safer drivers after the Health has contributed $5,000 for this health system headquartered in Fargo •I. Middle School…sixth thru able at www.grhs.org. to five students, focusing on distracted contest, it was evident the NDDOT scholarship which will be matched by and Sioux Falls, S.D., and consists of eighth grade. contributions from Scheels and Bank two long-standing organizations that driving, underage drinking and driv- continue efforts to promote safe driv- of North Dakota for a total of $10,000. merged in 2009. Sanford is now the ing, or seat belt use. ing with another contest this fall. Preference will be given to students largest, rural, not-for-profit healthcare In addition to creating a video For more information about the served by a Sanford community. system in the nation with a presence or billboard design, each entry is re- contest, visit NDTeenDrivers.com or The shortage of medical profes- in 110 communities in eight states. quired to conduct one traffic safety Facebook.com/NDTeenDrivers. sionals, especially in our rural com- North Dakota has 84 nonprofit Dol- munities, makes this scholarship par- lars for Scholars chapters that distrib- ticularly important to North Dakota. ute more than $1.3 million to North Mike Begeman, Sanford Health Public Dakota’s students each year. For more Affairs, said, “Educating our best and information, visit www.nddfs.org. brightest is one of Sanford’s key initia-

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November 24, 2010 Cass County Reporter School News A-7 Northern Cass students add fill to the dome

One group of students survey their finished project.

By Lin Smithwick

The blond, curly-headed boy was bouncing with excitement. He kept calling out to another boy just ahead of him in line. He called and called until he finally got his classmates attention. “You did a great job out there. You did a really great job out there.” Students had just 12 minutes to finish their project. He repeated himself three or four times. The two boys were part of the kindergarten effort to help fill the Fargo Dome with food for this year’s effort to feed the hungry. The young, blond boy in the red shirt summed up what the 540 stu- dents at Northern Cass have been doing for the past couple of weeks: a really great job. Last Friday it was time for all the grades to fill their own gym to take part in a ‘can-struction’ project to display all the food they had gathered. Aaron Schram, Northern Cass High School principal, and Crysta Wagner, elementary principal, welcomed the students and congratu- lated them on their achievements. Chase Nelson, at Northern Cass has been a leader in the project. During the two week food drive, they collected more than 5,000 pounds of food and $535. Everything accumulated at Northern Cass will be transferred to the Fargo Dome. This year’s overall goal is 110,000 pounds of food and $100,000. “It has been a big thing for us to be involved with this project,” Sch- ram said. “Our communities and our students have worked together on this, and that is good.” During Friday’s festivities at Northern Cass, students were divided up into their teams and given 12 minutes to construct something with their food items. The teams were judged on: • Originality • Quality • Teamwork • School Spirit Each team could only have 12 people on the floor working on their construction project. Crysta Wagner told everyone else it was up to them to cheer on the efforts of their classmates. And cheer they did. Even when it was all over, youngsters like the young man with the curly blond hair were making sure to pass along Crysta Wagner, Northern Cass elementary principal, and Aaron Schram, senior high principal, Students from kindergarten to 12th grade worked together to positive words. explain the Can-struction rules at Friday’s event. Students used items collected for the Fill The construct special creations. He was right. They all did a great job. Dome food drive.

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Maple Valley honor roll Exercise Your Brain. Maple Valley School has released the first quarter honor roll of the 2010- 11 school year. Students earning this Read the Newspaper. honor are: A HONOR ROLL Seventh Grade Studies show that reading keeps your Sarah Biggers, Sean Blaskowski, Ja- mind sharp. Give your brain a boost. cob Bodziachowski, Courtney Boppre; Zachary Gebeke, Erin Grieger, Jes- Subscribe to the newspaper and expand se Johnson and Rylee Nudell. Eighth Grade your mind with a world of information. Daniel Biggers, KayLee Hanson, Corby Richman and Alex Syverson. Ninth Grade James Richman, Kara Smith and The Cass County Reporter Abbie Tinjum. Tenth Grade Cassandra Baasch. 701-347-4493 Eleventh Grade Jessica Puhr and Wade Steidl. Twelfth Grade George Gubrud, Kari Lindgren, Ashley Steidl and Katelyn Zaun. B HONOR ROLL Seventh Grade Caid Combs, Riggs Nudell and Ja- cob Richman. Casselton Hardware Hank Eighth Grade Tyler Anderson, Eric Gille, Megan Kasowski, Katherine Pautz, Ashley is now offering Punton; Tyler RIchman, Katelyn Schrenk, Emma Weshnevski and Colton Win- ter. Live Christmas Trees! Give the gift Ninth Grade Brady Behm, Brandon Boppre, Brandon Ehlers, Danielle Schnase, Roping (cut to length) of savings Madelyn Zahnow and Jared Zaun. Tenth Grade and Tree Toppers (spruce tips) During the holidays the act of giving makes Jennifer Allerdings, Cassidy Cruff, Fresh us merry. This year include an energy-smart Alexandra Earles, Brandy Gentry, Jor- gift to show friends and family that you care dan Haseleu; Cut! We will also “plant” your about them and the environment. If you Lacey Hovland, Nicole Nolasco, Scotch Pine Cassandra Pautz, Katelyn Pueppke, pots for you with tree toppers, give an electronic gift, add a smart strip to Amanda Schrenk and Jacob Sours. Balsam Fir the package, for example. Eleventh Grade lights & other decorations. Dillon Baasch, Staci Hovland, Jas- Fraser Fir For other energy-saving gift ideas, watch our mine Parker, Travis Pfau; videos at ConservingElectricity.com or call Jocilyn Reinke, Brady Skaar and Call Lisa for details! our Idea Center at 800-493-3299. Michaela Zahnow. Twelfth Grade Michael Allerdings, Timothy Ba- asch, Jesse Behm, Kyrstin Bloomquist, Callie Cruff; Christopher Erickson, Reed Er- ickson, Andrew Kapaun, Jordann Ka- sowski, Andrea Keys; Marie Lindgren, Jayson Olson, Jes- se Omdahl and Kayla Voight. November 24, 2010 A-8 Around Rural Cass Cass County Reporter

Extension Anne Gregoire, LRD Extension Agent, Central Cass seventh graders learn Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) about cyber bullying Notes Cass County Extension Service Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Eater

Pumpkins have been a part of our history for centuries. Strips of pumpkin were dried by Native Americans and woven into mats. One of the common Thanksgiving pies, pumpkin pie, was originally made by the colonists. These early pies were prepared by clearing out the seeds and innards of the pumpkin then filled with milk, spices, and honey and cooked in hot ashes. Pumpkin dishes are typically eaten during the fall, but we should all become pumpkin eaters like Peter, especially because of their rich nutritional value. Did you know that pumpkins may help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer and could help protect against heart disease? Not only is pumpkin fairly low in calories it also contains a variety of other nutrients. One cup of cooked pumpkin (without additions) contains 49 calories, 3 grams of fiber, and 2650 IU of vitamin A. Their bright orange color tells you that they contain beta-carotene which the body makes into vitamin A. Research suggests that vitamin A, an antioxidant, may be helpful in preventing certain cancers and heart disease. Because of the health benefits of the dark orange fruits and vegetables, it is important to include them in your diet throughout the year! Try incorporating pumpkin in soups, pies or breads. You may have noticed when picking out your carving pumpkin that there are variations in the types of pumpkins you can buy, ranging from very small to large and white to orange. The weight of pumpkins can range from less than a pound to over 1,000 pounds. If you want to grow your own pumpkins make sure you choose the correct seed for the size and color pumpkin that you are looking for.

Pumpkin Trivia: ·The biggest pumpkin recorded weighed 1,140 pounds. ·Pumpkins are about 90 percent water. ·The largest pumpkin pie ever made was over five feet in diameter and weighed more than 350 pounds. To make this pie, bakers used 80 pounds of cooked pumpkin, 36 pounds of sugar, 12 dozen eggs and the pie was baked for six hours. Reference: University of Illinois Extension. http://urbanext.illinois.edu/pumpkins/history.cfm Recipe: obtained from Steps to Healthy, Economical Meals cookbook Self-crust Pumpkin Pie 2 large eggs (or 3 medium) Photo by Matt Thompson/ The Reporter 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin or 2 c. cooked pumpkin 1 c. nonfat dry milk powder Deputy Greg Dawkins speaks to Central Cass seventh graders about cyber bullying. Dawkins said cyber 2/3 c. brown or white sugar bulling is “getting to be a major league issue.” 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cinnamon By Matt Thompson bullying. tions. 1 tsp. ginger The rapid pace of developing tech- “If you do something electronically While it may be harder for parents 1/4 tsp. nutmeg nology has impacted nearly every as- that harasses, alarms or annoys some- to control what their kids do and see 1/4 c. all purpose flour pect of everyday lives. From washing body, that means disorderly conduct. on the Internet, Dawkins stressed 1 c. water and drying clothes, to helping cars Even if you do it via electronic means, that tracking a person’s actions on the ·Mix all ingredients together, except water, in a large bowl. and trucks run more smoothly, com- and it’s traced back to you, it can still Internet is easy for law enforcement. ·Gradually stir in water until well mixed. puters have become an essential part be disorderly conduct,” Dawkins said. “If you put it out there in the digi- ·Pour into a greased 9-inch pie plate or 8-by-8 inch square pan. of today’s society. And because bullying has been tal age, it’s there forever,” Dawkins ·Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 55 minutes or until a knife inserted 1 inch from the center come out clean. Refrigerate But, for all the benefits technol- such a prominent issue in the media, said.“It’s a very easy thing to track leftovers. ogy offers, it also has some difficul- both nationally and regionally, Dawk- down who it is.” ties. Students at Central Cass Middle ins’ presentation was timely for the Dawkins said that the resource School recently learned about some of students. deputies, in conjunction with school the problems that come with technol- Justine Kapaun, an English and staff are trying to discuss technology ogy. social studies teacher at the school, and its potential dangers more with Deputy Greg Dawkins, the school’s said she and some of the other teach- students. Earlier this year he spoke resource deputy, spoke to the seventh ers had been planning the presenta- with sixth grade students about Inter- Here’s wishing you a grade students Nov. 19 about cyber tion for awhile. net safety. “We’re trying to keep cur- bullying and its consequences. “We were talking about respect. rent with some of this stuff,” he said. Thanksgiving filled with “Cyber bullying is basically where Mrs. (Barb) Kraft said she said some- “We’re starting to hit on quite a bit of you’re doing communication via elec- thing about cyber bullying and about this more often now.” good friends, family, tronic mode to harass, annoy or alarm four of their (the students’) faces went Dawkins said that students have somebody,” Dawkins told the stu- white and then red and then white and been responsive to his presentations food and fun! dents. she had barely said anything about it,” and have been thinking about his mes- “This is a whole new area that the Kapaun said. That’s when they decid- sage more carefully. “I guarantee you state of North Dakota is looking at,” ed to have Deputy Dawkins address at lunch today, I will get questions. I Dawkins said. the issue with the students. think for the most part, they’re pretty Although North Dakota doesn’t “It’s getting to be a major league interested in this stuff,” Dawkins said. As Thanksgiving time have a law that specifically addresses issue,” Dawkins said, “especially with “That’s why I just wanted to hit on the grows ever near, bullying, the North Dakota Century the number of students who have cell ground rules today.” Code does address disorderly con- phones with Internet capabilities.” we’d like to thank you all duct, harassment and criminal defa- Those devices make it harder for par- for stopping here! mation, all of which can be applied to ents to monitor their children’s ac- TALL TOWERS With best holiday AVIATION Area Obituaries Continued from page A-5 wishes to all.

made their home in the Leonard-Kin- The funeral was held Saturday, dred area where they raised their fam- November 13 in Helendale Lutheran Mary’s Market Ruth Olson ily and farmed for many years. After Church near Leonard. Arthur We’re Full...Of Gratitude! Ruth Olson, 92, died November 9, their retirement in 1979 they moved Burial is in Helendale Cemetery. 2010 at Clare Bridge, Eagan, Minn. to West Fargo. Lester passed away in Arrangements entrusted to Fre- Ruth Radcliffe was born May 31, 2004 and Ruth moved to the Twin Cit- drikson–Boulger Funeral Chapel, Thank you to all our 1918 to Joseph and Lucy (Sprague) ies to be closer to her daughters. She Kindred. Radcliffe, near Leonard. She grew most recently made her home at Clare Online guest book at www.boulger- customers & staff. up on the family farm near Leonard, Bridge, Eagan, Minn. funeralhome.com. We hope you attended country school, and gradu- Ruth is survived by her daugh- ated from Leonard High School. Ruth ters, Judy (Gary) Anderson, Andover, Minn.; and Shirley (Mike) Gulsvig, all have a continued her schooling at Valley THANKSGIVING GREETINGS FROM OUR HOME TO YOURS City State Teachers College and later Eagan, Minn.; three grandchildren; Happy Thanksgiving! taught school in the Leonard area. three great-grandchildren; and her Ruth married Lester Olson Febru- brothers, Robert Radcliffe, Leonard, Deb & Jim ary 26, 1943 in Moorhead, Minn. They and Dick Radcliffe, Seattle, Wash. Hunter Cafe & Bakery BELLING TREE SERVICE 874-2253 Tree Trimming • Dangerous Limbs Take Down • Clean Up 65’ Aerial Bucket • Stump Removal Commercial • Residential • Farm Licensed and Insured Erie, ND 58029 PAGE OIL 701-668-2414

While we enjoy the turkey and all its dressings, We’re reminded of our many blessings – Like the goodwill and the friendship, too Of the many kind folks like you, Who have visited us throughout the year With best wishes to all our neighbors, From many places far and near, associates, customers and friends. So we’d like to thank you if we may, Thank you for giving us so much to celebrate this year. And wish you a happy Thanksgiving day!

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HunterFirst Lutheran participates Church and First Presbyterian in Operation Church, break. One Christmas little shoe box can bring Shoebox untold joy to these both of Hunter, in conjunction with the Hunter Commu- needy children. nity Club participated in the Operation Christmas Shoebox Together both churches filled 69 shoeboxes with Hunter a project of Samaritans Purse. Community Club absorbing the shipping costs. North Da- Operation Christmas Child brings joy and hope to chil- kota shoeboxes will likely go to countries such as the for- dren in desperate situations around the world through gift mer Russian republics, China, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Ka- filled shoe boxes for children ages two to 14. This program sakhstan, Moldavia, Latvia, Estonia, Macedonia, Albania, of Samaritan’s Purse provides an opportunity for people of Tajikistan, Georgian and Ukraine. all ages to be involved in a simple hands on missions proj- Pastor Julie Tillberg is pastor at First Lutheran, Pastor ect while focusing on the true meaning of Christmas – Je- Donna Monteith is pastor at First Presbyterian and John sus Christ. It is one more opportunity to love our neighbors Porter is president of Hunter Community Club. – little neighbors who have nothing but hunger and heart- Page News

At the Sunday evening card play- theran Church, Page, the Trinity Lu- at 7:00 p.m. in Our Savior Lutheran ing in the Page Senior Center, prize theran Church, Ayr, and the Redeemer Church. Confirmation students will winners were Darlene Lawrence and Lutheran Church, Hope, was held in lead the worship. Ole Erickson. Joyce Flickinger won the Hope church Sunday, Nov. 21 and After the worship service in Our the door prize. There were two tables people from all three churches attend- Savior Lutheran Church on Advent of whist players. Marlene Woodbury ed. Sunday School children from the Sunday, Nov. 29, and Advent Event served lunch. The Sunday evening three churches sang. Carmen Richards will follow. Mary Circle members will card playing will be discontinued until was organist. Pastors Jeff and Liz Da- serve a barbecue sandwich lunch, Sun- into 2011. vis conducted the service. There was a day School children will do crafts led Most of the people who usually go Celebration of Eastern North Dakota by Rachel Circle members and other to warmer states have left for the win- Synod Extra Mile Mission and Offer- adults will decorate the church for ter. ing. A potluck dinner followed. Christmas. A Tri-parish worship service for A Thanksgiving Worship Service the congregation of Our Savior Lu- will be Wednesday evening, Nov. 24

PageConsider blood – temperatures drive are warm and farmers are a total of 17 products were collected. There were two donors pushing to finish harvesting and the community of Page who gave for the first time. held a good blood drive Nov. 1. Others who assisted with the drive were: Janice Lang- Rob Miller, Donor Recruitment Representative at Unit- dahl, Lorraine Baasch, Vivian Kent, and Melanie Mewes. Casselton Ambulance donation from Vets ed Blood Services, explained, “The fact that 17 people vol- Space to hold the drive was provided by Our Saviors Lu- Casselton Vets Inc. gave a $3,000 donation to the Casselton Ambulance Service to purchase unteered to donate and that 16 were able to give tells me theran Church. new equipment. Veterans have been very supportive of the Casselton Ambulance Service since that Diane Wade did a good job of organizing this blood Donations will help meet the blood needs of many pa- drive.” One person gave blood on the 2RBC machine which tients in 71 area hospitals served by United Blood Services. its inception in 1978. collects two units of red blood cells during the donation, so Blood is for sharing; you have truly given the “Gift of Life.” At the presentation of the check were Casselton Ambulance Board members (from left) Larry Gegelman, Donny Lill, President Kenneth Habiger and Casselton Vets Inc. members, Wayne Oberlander and Arnold Heck, and Casselton Ambulance Board members Jerry Marcks, Bob Page Simmons and Greg Kempel. Community Page Community Club The Page Community Club met Billboard Monday, Nov. 15 in the Page Cafe with We know we are most grateful to serve Thankgiving Eve Worship 10 members present. President Mar- this community and we owe it all to the will be held Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. in vin Thorson opened the meeting with A Our Savior Lutheran Church, led the approval of the secretary’s and goodwill of people like you. Thanks! by Confirmation students. treasurer’s report. ENRICH YOUR MIND Message Garbage Day in Page will be The main topic of discussion was delayed because of the Thanksgiv- the Community Holiday Event Sun- of ing Day holiday. Pickup will be day, Dec. 5. All activities will be pro- Read the newspaper. Saturday, Nov. 27. vided at no charge to the public and Thanks Hope/Page, Finley Sharon will include the showing of the movie Fall Sports Social will be held “Secretariat” at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. in in the Hope School Nov. 29 at 7:30 the Page Theater. There is a Parade of Collision Repair p.m. Lights show at 5:30 p.m., a visit from Our Savior Church Wom- Santa Claus, and a soup and sandwich & Custom Auto Shop en (WELCA) meeting will be supper in the Page Auditorium im- Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. mediately following the light show. s tempting smells drift through the air, 131 Langer Avenue S., A book fair will be held in the Families are encouraged to bring thier A Casselton, ND Page School library Dec. 2 through cameras for Santa Claus pictures and we’re reminded of the blessing that is your Dec. 10. an optional plate of goodies to share. 701-347-9988 A blood pressure clinic will The 50th annual Community Days friendship. We appreciate your loyal support be held Dec. 3 at 1 p.m. in the Page being held June 17, 18, and 19, 2011 Senior Center. was also briefly discussed. There will and thank you for your business. Fun and Friendship Senior be a 5K Run/Walk along with an All Citizens will hold their monthly Class Reunion and a parade. Other business meeting Dec. 3 at 1:30 plans are still in the works and the M & M Convenience - Leonard p.m. in the Page Senior Center. public is encouraged to contact a Than Page Community Holiday Community Club member if they have k Event will be held Dec. 5 with a ideas for Community Days activities. Yo movie, parade, soup and sandwich The next meeting will be Wednes- u! supper, plus a visit from Santa. day, Jan. 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Page Cafe.

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What better occasion than Thanksgiving In the spirit of the holiday, we’d like to give our thanks to you, our neighbors and friends, for the generous support to express our appreciation to our loyal customers you’ve given us this past year. and wish you all the trimmings of a very We feel truly blessed to serve people like you and happy Thanksgiving celebration. look forward to your continued friendship. Cote Mechanical, LLC Commercial and Residential Plumbing 745 1st St. S. - Casselton, ND Toll Free: 1-866-347-5039 • Local Phone: 701-347-5039 Fax: 701-347-5060 Your patronage has given us so much to be thankful for, and we look forward to serving you again, soon. Steve’s Heating & Air Conditioning November 24, 2010 A-10 Around Rural Cass Cass County Reporter

From our family to yours go our very best wishes for a festive Thanksgiving holiday filled with the graces of good friends, good food and the love of family members. For your support we are deeply thankful. Happy Thanksgiving!

Silver Girl Scout award Jackie Ausk, a member of Girl Scout Troop 30055 from Casselton Casselton Girls receive Bronze Award received her Silver Award April 18. The Silver Award is the second Ten area girls from Casselton Girl Scout Troop 30329 received their highest award in Girl Scouting which requires 40 hours devoted to a Bronze Award April 18. The Bronze Award is the third highest award community service project, 15 leadership hours, presenting opportu- in Girl Scouting. Besides having to earn specific badges, the girls nities for earning badges to younger scouts and exploring a career needed to perform a service to their community to meet the require- of her choice. ments of the award. The girls sewed and quilted blankets to be given For her service project Jackie chose plastic recycling. While the City to the Casselton Ambulance Service where they will be distributed to of Casselton provides recycling services for a number of items, one children who find themselves in stressful situations. This service proj- service currently not provided, due to cost ineffectiveness, is plastic ect required 15 hours of work, and preparation time and the learn- recycling. Seeing this as an opportunity, Jackie contacted the Public ing of new skills. They completed seven blankets. Receiving awards Works Supervisor, Kevin Mayer. She received permission to collect were (back, from left) Amanda Wager, Rheanna Fagerland, (middle) plastic for a limited time. To put her plan into action she created and Amanda Sattler, Chelsea Ausk, Alicia Yokom, Alexandra Rohrich, posted flyers in various local businesses throughout Casselton. She Leann House, (front) Katelyn Buss, McKenzie Baril and Makayla set up boxes at both recycling centers along with a sign indicating it Ryan. was a Girl Scout Project. The project began in the first part of Octo- ber, and continued to the end of December 2009. Jackie collected plastic on a weekly basis and brought the items to one of Fargo’s recycling centers. There were several times Jackie collected twice a week to keep up with the demand. The plastic recycling project was Arthur tree lighting set well received and appreciated. Arthur residents and businesses decorations on display as well as the In a year and half, Jackie completed the Silver Award requirements. are hosting a Christmas Tree Lighting churches in Arthur. Feel free to stop Check out the one mile range unit! Night Monday, Nov. 29 from 5-7 p.m. in and enjoy the decorations for the Food sampling, music, Santa visit will season. OTHER MODELS AVAILABLE McLeod News all take place in the Mall. At 5:30, the Everyone is encouraged to bring tree will be lit during a special obser- mittens, hats or scarves for the Mitten vance of Arbor Day. The Block 3 Con- Tree at the Bank and also childrens’ Call now to schedule an appointment! Two new directors were elected to Fla.; South Ogden, Utah; McKenzie, do will hold an open house for tours gifts for Amanda’s Box at Mary’s Mar- the board of directors of the McLeod Tenn.; Carefree, Ariz.; Mechanicsburg during these hours and St John Lu- ket. Historical Preservation Society at and Pittsburg, Penn.; and Pahrump, theran Church will serve cookies and • We install block heaters • Tire repairs their annual meeting Sunday after- Nev. coffee to display the new windows and noon. They are Howard Frisk and Ar- Visitors from 24 Minnesota lo- carpet in the basement. Santa and his • Tune ups • Sell new and used tires thur Hagen. calities came from Perham, Grand elves will make their appearance in Ken Kensinger and Clayton John- Rapids, Plymouth, Alexandria, Un- the Racquet Ball Courts at 6 p.m. WANTED: • Sell quality Interstate Batteries son were re-elected president and derwood, Worthington, Redwood Samplings of the different foods vice-president of the group. Delores Falls, Blue Earth, Fergus Falls, Battle are: soup at Kelly’s cafe; popcorn, by • Full Service Oil Changes Lake, Frazee, Rochert, Princeton, Dal- Someone who would be Haugen was elected treasurer and Do- the Good Samaritan Center; stew and ris Johnson was re-elected secretary. ton, Little Falls, Wadena, Moorhead, bread in the City Office, Bernice Peihl, interested in operating The other directors are Daryl Sagvold, Glyndon, Albert Lea, Fertile, Glencoe, divinity sponsored by Titian; fudge a newspaper web press. Loran Hudson and Marlene Mellem. Mentor and Barnesville. 99 by Jody Burgum from the Country Alignments This year’s main projects were re- Guests from North Dakota towns Courts; hot cider courtesy of Com- $59 siding and completely shingling the were from Oakes, Forman, Milnor, No experience necessary, *Additional parts, labor extra Museum’s schoolhouse. Also reno- Rutland, Lisbon, Wahpeton, West munity of Care; lefse made by Tom but individual should be vating the exterior of the Frisk Farm Fargo, Dickinson, Lidgerwood, Fargo, and Shelly Burchill for the First State Bank, Gina Timmerman and Dawn mechanically inclined. House, which was moved to Museum Wyndmere, Enderlin, Kindred, Shel- Part-time position, 2 property late last fall. That is now don, Englevale, Walcott, Valley City, Moore are furnishing kuchen, Arthur Happy Thanksgiving! painted, and soil fill has been applied Wheatland and Horace. Companies; the Postal Service con- to 3 days a week. and leveled off around the building. In addition there were 21 visitors tributes peanut brittle by Louis Rieke; It is on a new foundation and fresh- from Norway and three guests from rommegrot sponsored by Adeline Southeastern Printing ly shingled, both gifts from Howard Germany. Williams; fattimand and wild game Casselton, ND Frisk, the donor of his grandparents’ One of the exciting events this year appetizers by Agri Valley Insurance, farm home. was having the president, Ken Kens- Tim Timian and Linda Sell; rosettes 701-261-8621 or At the end of the fiscal year, there inger, chosen by the Alliance Pipeline furnished by Lin Smithwick from the 701-680-0306 347-4400 were 95 memberships, representing for its North Dakota Community Hero Cass County Reporter. Tina’s Magic 545 Front St. • Casselton, ND 155 persons. Award for his work with the McLeod Sheerz will demonstrate a new mani- Fundraisers during the year in- Museum. He received a reward of cure procedure, caroling will be done cluded the traditional chili supper $2,500 which he donated to the Mu- by a group from Northern Cass High served when the Christmas train vis- seum’s Frisk Farm House Fund. School. ited McLeod last year, and Saturday Officers this past year were Ken A gingerbread house will be set on and Sunday breakfasts served during Kensinger, president; Clayton John- Main Street at the Flag Center with the Cowboy Up event in August. son, vice-president; Harold Simpson, a mail box where children can mail +855<2))(5 The schoolhouse meeting room treasurer; Doris Johnson, secretary; a letter to Santa and receive a letter (1'6-$1 was rented for several family reunions and the other directors have been back if they have their name and ad- and other events this summer, and Daryl Sagvold, Delores Haugen, Lo- dress included in their letter. The gin- the new campground with six full ran Hudson, John Sveum and Mar- gerbread house is sponsored by Room hook-ups, was utilized quite well this lene Mellem. With a Hue, Arlene Erb and Marie first year. Doris Johnson Shields doing the painting. The Museum was open the first Secretary The residential area will have their Sunday of June, July and August, as well as Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and the Cowboy Up event, in ad- t
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A time to give thanks and be thankful to give There are literally people thousands of miles come home to help on the farm. Arlo, Doris and Her days of black-eyed peas and collard greens away who are very thankful for all a Lynchburg their two children moved back in October. They may have been left behind, but she still cooks up couple have given – of themselves and their time. moved to Lynchburg where they settled into a a pot of grits for breakfast. Other than those grits, Scalloped Carrots Arlo and Doris Anderson are quick to deflect house that had belonged to one of Arlo’s relatives. southern dishes are not a regular on Anderson 5 cups carrots, sliced attention or praise for their mission efforts to While the Andersons lived in Lynchburg, their menus. 1 can cream of mushroom or celery soup places such as Labrador and Alaska. They have third child, Marsha, was born. While their family was growing up, they always ½ cup onion, chopped also made several trips to Mississippi to help Doris remembers well the year they moved spent Thanksgiving at the farm, but went back to 2 tbsps. butter restore faith and life to people who survived Hur- back to North Dakota. “We got here just in time North Carolina for Christmas. “We always came 1 cup shredded cheese or Velveeta ricane Katrina five years ago. It’s just something for that big blizzard of 1966-67. The snow was up here to Annie’s for Thanksgiving and had all the 2 cups croûtons they do; something they consider important. They to the roof of the house and covered the cars and traditional foods,” Arlo recalls. ¼ cup butter, melted have readily taken part in the various mission everything.” What did she think about it all? She This week, Arlo and Doris will be celebrat- Cook carrots until barely tender. Saute onion in two tablespoons trips sponsored by the Farmers Union and the laughs at the memory. “It was a surprise, that’s for ing their 50th Thanksgiving together. Rodney, butter. Mix carrots, onions and soup. Add cheese. Pour into casse- North Dakota Moravian Mission Marsha and her husband, Kyle, role and top with croûtons. Pour melted butter over top. Bake in 350 Society. “We have been on seven will be there at the family table degree oven until browned and bubbly. mission trips,” Arlo explains. giving thanks for lives filled with “They are hard work, but it blessings. Doris and Arlo will be Hamburger Casserole means a lot to be able to help serving turkey, dressing, sweet 1 lb. ground beef, browned people.” potatoes, mashed potatoes and 1 onion The Andersons pack up their gravy and, of course, pumpkin 1 can corn tools and talents and head out pie. They are an all-American 1 8-oz. pkg. cream cheese to help whenever they can – not 1 can cream of mushroom soup family living on Anderson land 10-oz. egg noodles only in faraway places, but also that has a tradition of good Cook hamburger with onion. Drain. Mix cream of mushroom and right here at home in Leonard, crops and good people. cream cheese, Cook noodles. Put hamburger back in pan, add Lynchburg, Chaffee and other Marianne lives in Oslo, drained corn and cream cheese mixture. Heat hamburger sauce surrounding communities. Arlo Norway, with her husband, Ola enough so it will be easy to mix with noodles. Pour noodles and ham- is a charter member of the Chaf- and their daughters Jenny and burger sauce in casserole; mix. Heat in 350 degree oven until bub- fee Lions Club where he infuses Erica. They come back to the bly. his humor and a willingness to area every July for an extended help whenever he can. visit. This past summer, they No-Boil Lasagna At the senior citizens center were here for Doris and Arlo’s 3 cups spaghetti sauce in Leonard, Arlo and Doris are 50th anniversary. 1 cup water always ready to pitch in and Even though Marianne lives 1 pkg. taco or chili seasoning (2 to 3 tbsps.) help. A recent project involved in Norway, it is Thanksgiving 12 lasagna noodles, uncooked the installation of a new dish- time for her there, too. “There 2 cups cottage cheese washer. Arlo chuckles at the are quite a few Americans living 1 ½ cups Monterey Jack cheese, grated idea of being retired. “I’m not near Marianne, so they get to- Hamburger, optional retired, I’m just tired.” gether and have a Thanksgiving Kidney beans and corn, optional When the Andersons are dinner,” Doris says. Mix together spaghetti sauce water and chili. Spread one cup not on the go someplace, they Doris and Arlo Anderson are thankful for the blessings of family and good This is the season for turkey sauce in 9x13 pan. Arrange four pieces noodles over sauce. Cover cherish the time they spend at friends. and trimmings. It is also a time with one cup sauce. Spread ½ cottage cheese on sauce. Arrange home. Looking south out of a for reflections. “I appreciate another four pieces lasagna. Top with one cup sauce and rest of large picture window, Arlo can being free to do what we want to cottage cheese and cover with remaining sauce. Refrigerate six see where he was born. “It’s just over there by that sure.” do without having to try to live up to what others hours or overnight – covered. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cover hill.” The house is no longer there, but the land There have been many winters and many think,” Doris said. “We are free to do our own with foil and bake 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with grated cheese is still the same. Arlo is the third generation of surprises since then. Doris still marvels at all the thing.” and bake 15 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving. Andersons to live on the wide expanse of land that open space there is on the prairies. “It was also Arlo gazes out the large window that frames stretches across the horizons. crowded where I grew up and where we lived the familiar view of a prairie vista. “I like the land Pumpkin Pie Squares “I guess it’s pretty easy to take this for granted. when we first got married. It took awhile to get and our family ties to it. I hope we can stay with This is not a recipe from the Andersons. But there has to be a It’s always been home and I appreciate that,” Arlo used to.” It also took Doris some time to get ac- it.” pumpkin recipe for Thanksgiving and this one is easy and tastes said. “We’ve been here for more than a hundred customed to the prairie winds and the subzero At home and in faraway places, people give great. years.” He adds, “We are just used to the land temperatures. In fact, she may still be adjusting to thanks for blessings; blessings for all life’s bounty. 1 cup sifted flour and being part of it. I lived away from here for North Dakota weather elements. People also give thanks for folks like Arlo and ½ cup oatmeal nine years, so maybe I do appreciate it more than Even though she and Arlo have been back Doris Anderson and the many others who live life ½ cup brown sugar people who have never lived away.” here for more than 40 years, her southern accent to be kind and help out whenever they can – no ½ cup butter Listen close to Doris, and it’s easy to hear the lingers as a reminder of her North Carolina roots. matter where that might be. Combine all ingredients. Mix until crunchy using electric mixer at soft, southern accent she has left from low speed. Press into bottom of ungreased 9x13 pan. Bake 15 min- her years of growing up in Traphill, utes in 350 degree oven. N.C. She and Arlo met when he was Filling: in the Navy stationed at Charleston, 2 beaten eggs S.C. After they were married in 1960, 1 1-lb. can pumpkin (not pie mix) they lived in North Carolina for six 1 13-oz. can evaporated milk years. Marianne and Rodney were ¾ cup sugar born there. She figured she and Arlo ½ tsp. salt would always live in North Carolina. Cinnamon, fresh grated nutmeg and cloves, to taste “I thought we would probably be Mix all ingredients together well and pour over crust. Bake until there for the rest of our lives,” Doris knife in center comes out clean. Cool. Serve with whipped cream. says. Life truly is what happens when you are planning something else. In 1966 Arlo’s family asked him to

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Join in the fun as we kick off the holiday season in grand Casselton’s style at the annual Winter Wonderland of Lights! There will be musical entertainment, holiday gift shopping and complimentary hot chocolate and cookies. Bring the whole family for an evening of good old-fashioned holiday fun!

Visit With Santa Kids can visit Santa at the old Cool Beanz building on Front Street from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Kids can have their photo taken with Santa from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Get a 4x6 for $8 or a 8x10 for $10. Photos are printed on site. Photos will also be available for purchase online, which are great for Christmas cards! Sponsored by Ries-Kickertz VFW Post

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Horse Drawn Wagon Rides Monday, November 29, 2010 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Drawings 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. in Downtown Casselton 6:30 p.m. - Drawings for gifts, including one drawing for $500 & five drawings for $100 in Casselton Bucks. Must have purchased a 2010 Winter Wonderland raffle ticket and be present to win. Buy a 2010 Winter Wonderland of Lights **There is also drawings for children’s gifts, including a Nintendo DS and a wagon. Kids can register for prizes at the old Cool Beanz Raffle ticket to be eligible to win building and the Pizza Ranch. Must be present to win. $500 or $100 in Casselton Bucks! Hot Drawing at 6:30 p.m., downtown Casselton in the Gov- Christmas Chocolate ernors Park (Must be present to win) Carols and Cookies Santa

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