Mountrail County Record News
Plaza’s chapel found to be N.D.’s oldest
The old Plaza Congregational Church, a museum since 1975, is the “new” oldest chapel in the state of North Dakota. According to the 1955 “North Dakota History” publication, the chapel was erected in 1880, and elders say it was designed by Architect and Fort Berthold Missionary Rev. Dr. Charles L. Hall.
Plaza Celebrates with Rodeo
“Buckin’ in the Bakken, an afternoon of bull riding and related activities at the Plaza celebration seem to be more popular every year.” said Kelly Abrahamson, project provider for the event.
Parshall designated “Livable Community”
After months of meetings to figure ways to improve the quality of life in Parshall, about 30 people gathered at the El Patron Restaurant (formerly the Wrangler) to report on what they thought were projects that would help the community.
Wrangler reborn as El Patron
Diners in the Parshall area have been worried about where they will get their coffee, bacon and eggs over the past five weeks since the owner of the Wrangler Restaurant, Dean Clement, had to retire due to health problems.
Street project on track despite rains
The Parshall Main Street Project is still on track to be finished in August despite delays caused by repeated rainstorms that halted work for much of June.
Moreno joins Parshall City Council
Katie Moreno took her place at the table at the Parshall City Council after being elected in the June 12 election.
Dollar Store planned for Parshall
It won’t be long and Parshall residents will have a new shopping option in town.
Plaza Legion Post 119 loses WWII Veteran
Melvin W. Jensrud died quietly recently and left an irreplaceable void in the membership at American Legion Bangen Moen Post 119 in Plaza. He was a member of the post for 72 years.
Parshall’s skyline to get overhaul
While work has been ongoing for a while, the board of United Quality Cooperative finally had a groundbreaking for its new $18 million elevator under construction in Parshall.
Former Commissioner: Tragedy looms below Wabek
One of the most dangerous railroad intersections in Mountrail County does not have cross arms, lights or bells — just cross bucks and stop signs.
