New Town News - News
New teachers prepare for new year in New Town
It is another new year for students of New Town Public Schools and their parents. It’s also a time for new teachers to introduce themselves to the community and the New Town News is proud to give them the opportunity for the public to get to know them better.
DOT at work on area intersections
You may have noticed the equipment, workers and construction out by the Highway 8 and 23 intersections east of town. There is actually more to the project than it appears from this single project.
Moving Wall brings honor to those lost
The Moving Wall lives up to its name in more ways than one. The mundane reason for the name is that the panels bearing the names of service members killed in the Vietnam War are moved to whether an event is organized to display them.
Governor and tribe talk about shared opportunities
Among the flurry of cultural events surrounding the Little Shell Powwow were some substantive discussions about how the governments of the MHA Nation and the State of North Dakota could collaborate on issues ranging from water rights, taxes and law enforcement to addiction, historic sites and tourism.
On the front lines
“I have been on the front lines,” said Dr. Monica Mayer. While she is a veteran of the armed forces, Mayer was speaking about her time as an emergency room doctor fighting to save the lives of those who had overdosed on drugs, or were injured by drunk drivers, or dealing with prescription drug addicts seeking a fix.
Rains finally come, but too late for many
The rains finally came, but it was too late for many producers in Sakakawea Country.
Rodeo back in New Town to stay
Four years ago, the New Town Rodeo grounds was overgrown with weeds and the grandstands and arena were falling apart.
Hawk Estates expands tribal housing
The Bakken Boom may have backed off but the need for housing in the region remains a top priority.
Culture Camp marks another year of learning
Thing were a little crowded at MHA Tourism’s Earth Lodge Village west of Four Bears last week, but nobody minded.
Bar owners meet to talk tribal taxes
MHA Nation Tribal Chairman Mark Fox was adamant. He does not want to put bar owners on the Fort Berthold Reservation out of business.
