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Snow, bitter cold usher in 2009
With a temperature swing of 81 degrees in less than a week, weather continues to dominate the news headlines in western North Dakota as January 2009 heads into the history books.
Former tribal chair Mason dies
Former Chairman of the Three Affiliated Tribes Russell Mason Sr., died Wednesday, Jan. 14 in Rock View Nursing Home in Parshall. Mason was 72.
Volunteers make New Town, Mountrail County a safer place
New Town's volunteer Fire Department just completed another busy year in 2008 and is prepared for a similar year in 2009.
Corps officials: Mountain
There's still plenty of winter to go yet, but U. S. Army Corps of Engineers officials predict Lake Sakakawea should peak at about 1830 mean sea level (msl) this summer - approximately six feet higher than the present level of 1824.6 msl.
Group working to create awareness of under age drinking
Thirty-two high school and college students stepped into unchartered territory Monday afternoon when they went bar hopping in New Town.
Sewer gas is winter hazard
The recent extended cold snap is cause for concern - even to those who remain in their homes and don't venture outdoors. Even if people feel warm, cozy and safe, they may not be.
City Hall debates Elbowoods health center construction
After considerable discussion on the roadways and utilities of the Elbowoods Memorial Health Center Dec. 17, the New Town City Council
Historic holiday train ends U.S. tour in Carpio
A couple of surprises greeted everyone in Carpio Wednesday night when the Canadian Pacific Railway's Holiday Train
Northwestern North Dakota
It's been a few years since North Dakota has been hit with heavy snow and bitter cold at the same time, but Mother Nature hammered the northwest hard over the weekend and into Monday.
Open enrollment period ends
If you are a senior, are you satisfied with your present Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan? If not, the time to review your plan now.