Mountrail County Record News
School Board ponders future finances
The Parshall School Board worked its way through a lengthy agenda at its regular meeting Tuesday. Much of the agenda was taken up by a presentation on the options for paying for remodeling or replacing the existing high school building and reviewing the district’s policies.
Region sees steep decline in sales in 2016
Most of the Bakken saw double digit declines in sales and purchases according to information released by the North Dakota Tax Department.
Constitutional Carry now signed into law
Packing heat could be the new motto of residents across the state. A new law signed by Gov. Doug Burgum lets citizens carry a concealed weapon if they meet the eligibility requirements for a Class 2 concealed weapons’ license and have possessed a valid North Dakota driver’s license or ID card for at least a year.
Moen brings rural roots to nation’s capitol
Madison Moen works in Washington D.C. as an intern in Senator Heidi Heitkamp’s office these days. When she traveled there in January of this year she took her rural roots right along with her.
Little Learners program on hold
The Parshall School District’s plan to launch a preschool program called Little Learners this spring ran into a snag as the coordinator of the program was unable to be certified by Mountrail County Social Services.
Pool project moves ahead
The Parshall Park Board will move ahead with the construction of a splash pad and pool north of the Broste Rock Museum.
From India to the North Shore
Teji John Thanippilly came to Parshall’s St. Bridget Catholic church three years ago to serve as the parish. He didn’t just show up there, he was called to his position.
DeTienne selected to receive Distinguished Service Award
Barb DeTienne was selected as the Distinguished Service Award recipient for 2017 by the Mountrail County Ag Improvement Association.
Polar plungers brave the ice to fight cancer
Most North Dakotans think they are pretty hardy folks just because they take our typical winters in stride. But more than 30 people took it a giant step further for a good cause by diving into the icy waters of Lake Sakakawea in the second annual MHA Nation Polar Plunge.
Community helps school plan for future
More than 30 community members packed the Parshall High School library for an informational and planning meeting to look at the future of the buildings that serve the Parshall School District.
