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Lakota American Page 6 Thursday, March 29, 2018 STUMP LAKE CAFE Is hiring part-time cooks and table servers for this coming summer Call 701-381-9051 or 701-662-3928 for more information. Looking for summer work? Dahlen Farmers Elevator & Oil Company 100+ years of Customer Service 1913-2017 FEED - FUEL - SEED - CHEMICAL - ND3 FERTILIZER - GRAIN - EDIBLE BEANS Dahlen 701-384-6144 Petersburg 701-345-8234 The Board of County Commissioners of Nelson County will accept sealed bids for crushed or screened gravel in stockpile or loaded in trucks and hauled on county or township roads as may be required by Nelson County for the year 2018. Bids will be opened and publicly read at 10:45 a.m. April 4, 2018. Bid forms and specifications are available at the Nelson County Auditor, Lakota, ND or the Nelson County Highway Department, McVille, ND. Sheila Fisk Nelson County Auditor ACCEPTING BIDS FOR GRAVEL bake "hot cross buns" as another symbol of the season. Rabbit The Easter bunny is very much a secular symbol of the holiday, but one that has become so ingrained with the season that many people ascribe to it a Christian meaning. Pagan celebrations of spring often linked rabbits or hares with the season because of their fertility and ability to bring forth new life. According to the Christian living resource Crosswalk, believers associate the rabbit coming out of its underground home as a symbol of Christ emerging from the tomb. Lilies Lilies are often exchanged during Easter celebrations or presented as hostess gifts for those sharing the holiday meal with others. The American Bible Society says lilies grow in the spring What does it stand for? Understanding the meaning behind Easter symbols and traditions around the time when Easter is typically celebrated. Also, because they look like trumpets, they can be a symbol that heralds Christ's resurrection. Lamb The lamb is another symbol associated with Easter. Lambs were originally associated with the Jewish holiday of Passover, when lambs were sacrificed and their blood was used to mark which houses contained those faithful to God. As a result of his crucifixion, Christ became the symbolic lamb for all - the ultimate sacrifice. In fact, Christ is often referred to as "The Lamb of God." Easter is replete with many recognized symbols. Unearthing their meanings can be a learning experience and a way to further immerse oneself in this holy holiday. Anderson, Tye 12 Dares, Katherine 12 Gronaas, Nicholas 12 Lee, Angela 12 Overfield, Heaven 12 Ressler, Jarrett 12 Buhr, Joshua 11 Avdem, Jake 10 Coenen, Cassidy 10 Crow, Haven 10 Donohue, Ty 10 Frederick, Levi 10 Frederick, Parker 10 Frederick, Shaye 10 Fuller, Jalen 10 Hassel, Dalton 10 Haugen, Molly 10 Hovdenes, Colby 10 Loe, Tyler 10 Quam, Tyler 10 Reiten, Victoria 10 Williams, Madison 10 Dinger, Brianna 9 Dakota Prairie Public School Honor Roll 2nd 9-week period ~ 2017-2018 Junior & Senior High “A” HONOR ROLL “B” HONOR ROLL Dunbar, Xavier 12 Gilbertson, Alan 12 Harris, Sara 12 Nestegard, Bryce 12 Sand, Hunter 12 Avdem, Rachel l1 Haakenson, Paige 11 Haugland, Catherine 11 Huso, Savannah 11 Lippert, Madison 11 McPherson, Erika 11 Myrum, Kaitlyn 11 Stein, Courtney 11 Wise, Autumn 11 Gilbertson, Marcus 10 Kroke, Brynn 10 Stein, Nadia 10 Christofferson, Haylee 9 Hanson, Blake 9 Jorde, Trey 9 Quanbeck, Meghan 9 Avdem, Olivia 8 Ellingson, Marit 8 Haakenson, Garrett 8 Lippert, Paytan 8 Nenow, Hannah 8 Stephen, Haeley 8 Monsebroten, Seth 7 Parsley, Rylan 7 Hallisey, Andrew 9 Johns, Jacob 9 Lenz, Mason 9 Blessum, Callie 8 Bondy, Colton 8 Emory, Hollie 8 Gjovik, Kelby 8 Gronaas, Nathan 8 Joramo, Jordan 8 Kutz, Shayann 8 McKay, Kennedi 8 McPherson, James 8 Reinhart, Luke 8 Stein, Cade 8 Hallisey, Elizabeth 7 Hovdenes, Kasey 7 Johnson, Jordan 7 Lee, Kalei 7 Lippert, Krista 7 Rude, Mary 7 Stein, Lydia 7 Weber, Dylan 7 JERAMY’S www.laketoyota.com 2017 Chevy Camaro 1LS Coupe Nightfall Gray Rear-Wheel Drive Interior -- Jet Black 2.0L I-4 ~ 6 Speed Manual 212 miles Retail Price $24,500 LAKE TOYOTA PRICE $ 22,175 Jeramy Gronaas 701-739-0518 Make this vehicle yours by calling An economic development project targeting rural grocery and retail food distribution in northeast North Dakota is receiving significant support from CoBank, a national cooperative bank serving vital industries across rural America. CoBank is committing $190,000 to the ND Rural Electric & Telecommunications Development Center, operated by the ND Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives (NDAREC). Over the last four years, the center has been working with rural grocers in North Dakota on ways to strengthen rural grocery enterprise. The center and rural grocers are assessing the challenging economics of operating grocery stores in communities of 2,100 or less. These challenges include high costs of transporting grocery inventory to retail outlets, capital improvements needed at rural grocery facilities, and the lure of rural shoppers to low cost metro area grocery retailers. The pilot project will cover the counties of Cavalier, Pembina, Walsh and Ramsey, and the Spirit Lake Reservation. This is a 5,618-square mile area with a population of 37,881, roughly 6.7 people per square mile. Researchers will work to identify strategies to improve prices, access, variety and quality of grocery products for stakeholders such as rural grocery stores, restaurants, convenience stores, schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and local food producers and suppliers. Comprehensive data will be used to engage stakeholders in the development of these strategies. Once viable opportunities are identified, the project will provide stakeholders with assistance to capitalize on them. Ultimately, the project hopes to change the way food is purchased and/or distributed in rural areas. “We are excited to be part of a project that will make a significant difference in the lives of rural North Dakotans,” said CoBank President and CEO Tom Halverson. “People in rural America face challenges every day that are unique, and access to fresh and healthy food at a reasonable price should not be one of those challenges.” Members of the ND Congressional delegation are expressing appreciation for the rural grocer support work that the center is conducting. “We appreciate the efforts of NDAREC to support a higher quality of life in our rural and tribal communities, and we continue working to support them in this important mission,” said Sen. John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. “Every day, I fight to help rural America overcome our challenges, and convenient access to food options is one of them,” Sen. Heidi Heitkamp said. “I look forward to the results of this project and continuing to work with NDAREC and other partners to improve lives in rural North Dakota.” “New strategies in rural food distribution have the potential to significantly enhance the quality of life for those living in rural North Dakota,” said Rep. Kevin Cramer. “This pilot project is a direct result of the commitment by many North Dakotans to network, collaborate and innovate. I commend everyone whose involvement made this pilot project possible and I look forward to continue working with you to develop long- term solutions.” NDAREC and its rural development center added its strong expression of appreciation to CoBank for supporting this rural grocer initiative. Rural Development Director Lori Capouch, NDAREC, added the ND Rural Electric & Telecommunications Development Center has devoted considerable research, consultation and organizational efforts to rural grocery and rural food distribution stakeholders in North Dakota. The CoBank contribution will help extend this work. CoBank is a member of the Farm Credit System. In addition to serving its direct retail borrowers, the bank also provides wholesale loans and other financial services to affiliated Farm Credit associations serving approximately 70,000 farmers, ranchers and other rural borrowers in 23 states around the country. Headquartered outside Denver, Colo., CoBank serves customers from regional banking centers across the US. Rural grocer development project in northeastern ND gets financial support Deer hunter success rate was 61 percent in 2017 A total of 49,407 North Dakota deer hunters took approximately 30,100 deer during the 2017 deer gun hunting season, according to a post-season survey conducted by the state Game and Fish Department. Game and Fish made available 54,500 deer gun licenses last year. Overall hunter success was 61 percent, with each hunter spending an average of 4.4 days in the field. Hunter success for antlered white-tailed deer was 66 percent and antlerless whitetail was 61 percent. Mule deer buck success was 83 percent and antlerless mule deer was 86 percent. Hunters with any- antlered or any-antlerless licenses generally harvest white-tailed deer, as these licenses are predominantly in units with mostly whitetails. Buck hunters had a success rate of 63 percent while doe hunters had a success rate of 60 percent. Game and Fish issued 13,402 gratis licenses in 2017, and 11,503 hunters harvested 6,059 deer for a success rate of 53 percent. A total of 1,022 muzzleloader licenses were issued in 2017 and 933 hunters harvested 354 white- tailed deer (196 antlered, 158 antlerless). Hunter success was 38 percent. A record 28,481 archery licenses (26,114 resident, 2,367 nonresident) were issued in 2017. In total, 23,003 bow hunters harvested 8,900 deer (7,854 whitetails, 1,046 mule deer) for a success rate of 39 percent. The department is in the process of determining recommendations for licenses in 2018. The proclamation will be sent to the governor’s office for approval in late April. In addition to harvest rates and winter aerial surveys, the department monitors a number of other population indices to determine license numbers, including depredation reports, hunter observations, input at advisory board meetings, and comments from the public, landowners and department field staff. Lakota Rock Creek Clubhouse is currently looking for seasonal help to work in the clubhouse for the 2018 summer golfing season. Must be 21. Flexible Hours. Please contact Morgan Putnam at 701-330-8778. 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Cherished traditions and symbols of Easter may include anything from egg hunts to lilies to lambs. Understanding the importance behind these symbols can make sharing the miracle of Easter that much more special. Eggs Eggs are one of the more recognizable symbols of Easter. For Easter egg hunts, eggs are hard-boiled and decorated in bright hues. It's believed that the origins of Easter eggs are both secular and religious. From the secular (once pagan) perspective, the egg is an ancient symbol of new life, according to The History Channel, and has been associated with pagan festivals that celebrate spring. Some Christians feel that Easter eggs represent Christ's emergence from the tomb and his subsequent resurrection. Eggs were once a food not consumed during Lent, therefore painting and decorating them to mark the end of fasting and penance became a way to celebrate Easter. Crucifix The crucifix is one of the central symbols of Easter and Christianity. The cross is a symbol of Christ's crucifixion and sacrifice. The crucifix also highlights the ability of God to give new life to people after death. In addition to wearing and displaying the cross during Easter, some people The ND American Legion Auxiliary is looking for current and former members to renew their memberships for their local post for 2018 in support of veterans. New members are also welcome. If you are a former member and would like to have continuous membership, you need to pay for missed years. Any questions should be directed to Jean Miller, Auxiliary Membership Secretary, at 247-2460. Membership renewals may be mailed to PO Box 201, Lakota, ND. Renew memberships for 2018
