Mountrail County Record News
Edwin Benson, last fluent Nu’eta speaker, dies at 85
The death of Edwin Benson, of Twin Buttes on the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation, who was the last living fluent speaker of Mandan could bring the possible extinction of a language that expressed the unique experiences and perceptions of a once-thriving tribe of Plains Indians.
Taco Johns open for business in Parshall
Even Old Man Winter seems to have a taste for Mexican food, because Monday was clear and calm for the Grand Opening of the long-awaited Taco Johns just off of North Dakota Highway 37 in Parshall.
Back to Back storms tax city clean up crews
“The weather outside is frightful.”The opening lyrics to the classic Dean Martin Christmas Carol couldn’t ring more true for Al Christianson, Public Works Director in Parshall these days.
Winter Storm slams region
Old man winter barreled into our state with a vengeance this week. It should not have been a big surprise, but it likely was for those who are not veterans with years of winter driving experience under their belts.
Rural areas hit hard
The winter storm that leisurely swept through the countryside was hard enough on the communities of the Bakken, but the effects are going to be even longer lasting in the rural areas of the county, said Mountrail County Ag Agent Jim Hennessy.
Parshall youth advises state official
Tyson Odermann, a sixth grader at Parshall School, found himself in a rather unique position recently. Odermann was one of 20 students from across North Dakota who participated in a North Dakota Department of Public Instruction Student Cabinet.
Parshall Park Board proposes pool plans
The Parshall Park Board is seeking public input on the idea of building or repairing a new swimming pool and adding a splash pad.
Happy Birthday, USMC
It was a very special birthday. It was the Marine Corps 241 birthday to be exact. The official date is set for November 10.
Business owners ask for Main Street makeover
Last month, the Parshall City Council decided to table the 2017 streets and sewer project to give Parshall residents and businesses a break after several years of disruptive construction.
Sisters give major gift to TAT Museum
The board at the Three Affiliated Tribes Museum could not be happier.
