Squirrels 3-0 in region after win over Spoilers

Central Cass defeated Grafton-St. Thomas 57-24 for their third region victory of the season at the Central Cass triangular. The Squirrels fell in their other match at the triangular 69-12 in a non-region matchup against the Lisbon Broncos. “We started off with a nice win over region opponent Grafton,” stated Central Cass Coach Travis Lemar. “They were short on numbers […]

McLean to retire as Fire Chief


“It’s been a ‘helluva’ ride. I wouldn’t change a thing.” That is how soon-to-be-retired Fire Chief Tim McLean describes his 35 year involvement with Casselton Fire. The decision to say good-bye to something that has been a big part of his life since joining the department in 1985, was not an easy one to make. Without question, McLean said what […]

COVID vaccine arrives in Traill County

Traill District Health administered the Moderna, NIAID COVID-19 vaccine to staff, local ambulance personnel, first responders, sheriff deputies, and home-care staff Dec. 29 and 30. A second vaccination is required after 28 days. The vaccine is one of two authorized in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration and recommended by the Centers for Disease Control. The other […]

Willowwood Wonderland shines through December

By James R. Johnson • news@tctribune.net “Success isn’t about how much money you make; it’s about the difference you make in people’s lives.” -Michelle Obama The evening glow of holiday lights from Willowwood Campground may become a December fixture during the Christmas holiday in Mayville-Portland. Fifteen local businesses constructed displays for the MayPort Community Club’s Willowwood Winter Wonderland, which also […]

Lotvedt makes 40 Under 40 list

Kristen Lotvedt, daughter of Karen and Peter Naastad of Hatton, N.D., was featured in the Prairie Business Magazine’s40 Under 40 list for 2020. Kristen was recognized for her leadership in the design and construction of the Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection Project (MREFPP) in Minot, N.D. Kristen is a key leader in ensuring the right protections and investments are made […]

‘Click It or Ticket It’ issues 1,696 tickets

Law enforcement agencies across North Dakota participated in the “Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaign Nov. 16 – 29, 2020, to help save lives on North Dakota roads. A total of 1,696 citations were attributed to the overtime enforcement patrols. Of the total citations, 570 were for failure to wear a seat belt and 19 were child restraint citations. Tickets […]

BCBSND extends COVID-19 coverage to vaccines

In an effort to provide support through the COVID-19 pandemic, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) is ensuring members will have free access to COVID-19 vaccines when available. The federal government has indicated they will cover the cost of the vaccine and BCBSND will cover administration costs associated with the vaccine, resulting in no charge for the member. […]

Sanford-Hillsboro adds Senior Life Solutions

Sanford Health Hillsboro is offering a new intensive outpatient group therapy program designed to meet the unique needs of senior adults. The Senior Life Solutions program is aimed to help senior adults struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety or stress from age-related health concerns. Individuals may benefit from the program if they are experiencing any of the following common indicators […]

2020 is hindsight part two

August School districts plan a return to face-to-face education with a distance-learning option for families who choose not to send their children back to school. The plans, including safety precautions for fall sports, are made as the number of COVID-19 cases in Traill County increases. Several players on the Hillsboro Blue Sox baseball team are quarantined. • The Traill County […]

Important academic accomplishments continue to be made

By Brian Van Horn, President • Mayville State University News The coronavirus pandemic has presented many challenges and taken much of our time and energy during most of 2020, and I am extremely happy that we have been able to meet our goal of offering face-to-face on-campus course delivery and services throughout the fall semester. I am equally happy about […]