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Senators Byron Dorgan and Kent Conrad and Congressman Earl Pomeroy announced that the National Park Service has awarded the state of North Dakota $142,900 to help purchase scenic land to be added to Fort Ransom State Park.
The piece of land, called the Pederson Tract, is a hilly, wooded area within the Sheyenne River Valley next to the park’s southern border.
“Orville and Dorothy Pederson were such good neighbors and they did so much for the park over the years,” said John Kwapinski, park director, Fort Ransom State Park. “It is a nice way to honor them and their work. “ Read the rest of this entry »
United Tribes International Powwow, September 4-7, Bismarck
The International Powwow is a celebration showcasing “champion” dancers and singers from the U.S. and Canada competing for top honors. The powwow includes performances by an internationally renowned cultural exchange dance group. You will be surrounded by singing, dancing, and all of the beautifully decorated authentic American Indian clothing. www.uttc.edu; 701-255-3285.
Garrison Fall Walleye Classic, September 5-6, Garrison
Bring your pole and your favorite bait and enjoy an exciting fishing tournament on the scenic waters near Garrison. The top fisherman will take home $10,000 for first place. The official weigh-in will be held at the Garrison City Park under the 26-foot Wally The Walleye statue. 701-643-2631. Read the rest of this entry »
by Janet Hansen
Enrollment figures for the opening of the 2008-09 school term at Lisbon Public School indicate a loss of 14 on-campus students from the opening day of school last year.
Although the Lisbon district has been bucking the trend of declining enrollment, which many rural North Dakota schools have been facing for some time, this year’s loss in students was not entirely unexpected. Projections from several years ago predicted that the district would be facing enrollment declines of 9.67 students a year until the year 2012. However, last year’s enrollment showed a 13 student increase from the previous year and the district’s enrollment had held steady for three years before that.
Superintendent Steven Johnson states that the financial outlook for the upcoming school year is not as bad as it might appear by looking at the enrollment figures. “When we talk about the loss of 14 students, that only amounts to two percent of our total enrollment,” he stated. “That is not very significant, as far as our total foundation payments. Under the current funding formula, foundation payments are based on the previous year’s average daily membership (ADM) and our enrollment was up last year,” he said. “This allows us a full year to make adjustments if any are needed. Foundation payments used to be based on fall enrollment. This change makes it a lot easier to plan.” Read the rest of this entry »
Lillian Murray, 95, Fargo, ND, passed away Thursday, August 21, 2008, at Villa Maria in Fargo.
Lillian Anderson was born to James and Jennie Anderson on March 28, 1913, in Lisbon, ND. She grew up and attended school in that area. Lillian worked at Trom’s Drug Store, in Lisbon, for 13 years. Lillian Anderson married Milton Murray in Lisbon, ND, on October 15, 1949. They came to Fargo in 1951 and have lived here since.
Lillian was a volunteer for many years at St. Vincent de Paul in Fargo. She was a lover of flowers and spent many hours tending her garden and flowers.
She is survived by her husband, Milton, Fargo; sister Gladys (Leslie) Durbin, Deltonna, FL; brother, Norman (Nancy) Anderson, Wichita, KS; brother Harold Anderson, Vallejo, CA. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Jennie; her brothers Ardmore, Palmer, Vernon, and sister Mildred (John) Woodruff.
The funeral was held on Monday, August 25, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Fargo. There was a prayer service Sunday evening at Riverview Place, Fargo. There was also a graveside service at the Lisbon Cemetery on Monday afternoon in Lisbon.
Arrangements entrusted to the care of Boulger Funeral Home. Online guest book at www.boulgerfuneralhome.com.
This obituary is printed in full because it is a paid obituary.
Name: Ronald Rasmusson
Age: 45
Residence: Lisbon, ND
Funeral -
Date: August 27, 2008
Location: Standing Rock Lutheran Church, Fort Ransom, ND
Date of Death: August 23, 2008
Birthplace: Valley City, ND
Kenneth C. Carlson, a resident of Oklahoma City, Okla. since 1979, died Friday, Aug. 22, 2008 at the Integris Southwest Medical Center in Oklahoma City. He died at the age of 94.
Kenneth was born June 25, 1914, near Milnor, N.D., the son of Carl and Ida (Carlblom) Carlson. He was baptized July 26, 1914 and confirmed on May 20, 1928 at the White Stone Hill Lutheran Church. He married Margaret Lund on Dec. 27, 1939 in Webster, S.D. making their home in Gwinner until 1963.
In Gwinner he worked for Melroe Co. and Gwinner Farmers Elevator. In 1963, they moved to Hoffman, Minn., where he worked for the Elevator Co. In May 1963, they moved to Lawndale, Minn., where he ran the Farmers Grain Elevator until 1977 when he retired. After retirement, they moved to Nocona, Texas before moving to Oklahoma City in 1979 until the time of his death.
Kenneth served on many boards; church, city and school. In his later years, he enjoyed his Wednesday morning church meetings with his men friends. Ken was known as the coffee maker and was always proud of that.
Preceding him in death are his wife of 66 years; grandson, Robert Bartl; son-in-law, Raymond Ellingson; his parents and 2 brothers and sisters-in-law, Johnnie (Grace) Carlson and Mervin (Pat) Carlson. Survivors include daughter and son-in-law Marcella and Elwood Bartl and daughter Judy Ellingson, one granddaughter Joni and husband Max Kreaps and great grandson Cole Kreaps, all of Oklahoma City; one brother Raymond (Gen) Carlson, Milnor.
Services were held August 25 at Trinity Lutheran Church and were directed by Vondel L. Smith & Son Mortuary, 6934 S. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, Okla. 73139.
This obituary is printed in full because it is a paid obituary.
Name: Eugene E. Johnson
Age: 93
Residence: Lisbon, ND
Funeral -
Date: August 30, 2008
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, Lisbon, ND
Date of Death: August 27, 2008
Birthplace: rural Sheldon, ND
Name: Bruce Fraase
Age: 66
Residence: Fort Ransom, ND
Funeral -
Date: August 25, 2008
Location: Standing Rock Lutheran Church, Fort Ransom, ND
Date of Death: August 21, 2008
Birthplace: rural Sheldon, ND
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