FARGO, ND -- The average cost for a gallon of gas rose five cents in North Dakota last week to hit $3.15. The national average also rose a nickel to hit $3.32.

BISMARCK, N.D. – Yesterday evening, the CDC endorsed the recommendation from its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and expanded eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots to those who previously received Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccines. Individuals who received the Pf…

St. Catherine School invites members of the community to “Be Part of an All Star Team” at their 49th Annual Fall Auction. It will be held at the Valley City Eagles Club on Friday, November 5th, with the Silent Auction beginning at 5:00 p.m. and the Live Auction at 6:30 p.m.

One of the latest additions to the Barnes county Museum’s collection is a horse-drawn buggy with quite a story. The buggy, donated to the museum on October 9, 2021, was once owned by pioneers Halvor P. and Ida Maasjo Langemo. It’s in fantastic condition, with a beautifully reupholstered leat…

The upcoming 3rd Annual Pitchfork & Hoe Gathering is scheduled for October 22 and 23 at Valley City’s Eagles Club will have a little something for everyone. This year’s all-inclusive gathering includes a full docket of educational seminars, display tables sponsored by vendors and non-pro…

After reports of burglaries at Smith Lumber Company and Bjornson Public Golf Course in Valley City, the Valley City Police Department have a man in custody.

Bismarck, ND – Gov. Doug Burgum has signed an executive order granting an hours of service waiver for drivers of commercial vehicles transporting anhydrous ammonia and other fertilizers.

It’s almost that time of year again. No Shave November is quickly approaching, and the Education Foundation for Valley City Public Schools wants you to know about a great opportunity to participate in No Shave November while raising awareness and funds for behavioral health services for Vall…

October is here, which means “It’s Pasta Time!”  

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The September Students of the Month for Valley City Jr. High School are Marisa Hoffarth, Jack Sorby, Fae Eull, and Kellen Westman.

Things got real slimy real quick at Jefferson Elementary, as staff, teachers, students and members of the community celebrated the Library Fundraiser reaching its goal. The driving force behind the fundraiser was this: if the goal was met by its deadline, everyone would get to enjoy seeing w…

North Dakota has many sites and structures that people report to be haunted. Some are old cemeteries, an abandoned sanatorium, hospitals, and university campuses. While some of the spooky buildings are hulking structures with an air of spookiness, there’s one—noted as one of North Dakota’s m…

Barnes County 19 (River Road) will re-open today 10-19-2021 at approximately 5:30 p.m.

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum has directed all government agencies to fly the United States and North Dakota flags at half-staff until sunset Friday, Oct. 22, and encourages North Dakotans to do the same at their homes and businesses, as a mark of respect for retired Gen. Colin Powell, w…

What do Cooperstown, Fargo, and Edgeley all have in common?

A few nights ago, areas of the northern United States got a rare treat. The Northern Lights (aurora borealis – “dawn of the north”) danced further south than usual after a coronal mass ejection. Science doesn’t have all the answers when it comes to the aurora borealis, but they do know more …

Innovation comes in some unlikely places.

“Don’t call it dirt! Dirt is what you track into the house. Soil is the proper name of the material that anchors and holds water and nutrients for plants,” insisted my soils professor when I was in graduate school.

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum announced today the state will launch a search for a new executive director for Job Service North Dakota (JSND). The governor expressed his gratitude to North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) Director Bryan Klipfel, who has served as interim exe…

WEST FARGO, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum presented the Governor’s Choice Economic Development Awards during the Economic Development Association of North Dakota (EDND) Fall Conference on Wednesday, Oct. 13, in West Fargo.

Gov. Doug Burgum released the following statement  after the Biden administration announced it will begin lifting restrictions at the U.S.-Canada border in November to allow nonessential travelers who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to enter the United States via land and ferry. Cana…

Join us for the 2021 Dakota 50/50 Sale, Futurity and Maturity. Two-day Two-year old Futurity, one day Maturity Show, Open Barrel race, Mane Event Social Evening and Raffle, Weanling Sale and Awards Ceremony. This year giving away over $20,000 in Cash Jackpots and Prizes!

The Barnes County Sheriffs Office is asking for the public’s assistance: they are looking for any information regarding a recent string of rural burglaries.

Kids ages 4-10: show us your awesome coloring skills on the happy pumpkin picture above. Then have a grown-up drop the picture off at the Times-Record office, 146 NE 3rd S., Valley City,  or mail it to PO Box 697, Valley City, ND 58072 before Tuesday, October 26th for your chance to win a prize!

Bismarck, ND – A lucky North Dakota Powerball player became a millionaire overnight winning big!  A $1,000,000 Powerball ticket for Wednesday night’s draw won by matching five white balls.  The winning numbers were 23, 29, 47, 59, 60 and the Powerball was 15. The Power Play multiplier was 2.…

This week, leaders within the Valley City Public School District hosted two meetings as part of their exploration into the future of school facilities. On Monday and Wednesday night, the public was invited to take tours of the Jr/Sr High School and attend a presentation led by Superintendent…

The North Dakota Winter Show Board has brought Brandee Moore on board as the new NDWS Manager. Moore, an Arkansas native, has been in North Dakota for four years now, and she brings a lot of experience with the rural way of life that all NDWS Event Center activities celebrate.

October is a time for fun and spooky annual celebrations, but it’s also a time to give special attention to important issues, like domestic violence. National Domestic Violence Awareness Month was established in October of 1981, evolving from a previous one-day dedication: the “Day of Unity”…

The Valley City - Barnes County Development Corporation is hosting a Career & Job Expo on Wednesday, October 20th, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Hi-Liner Activity Center. Businesses in a wide array of industries will have booths set up and representatives ready to provide information about who t…

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BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum released the following statement today after the Biden administration announced it will begin lifting restrictions at the U.S.-Canada border in November to allow nonessential travelers who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to enter the United States vi…

The North Dakota Climate Bulletin’s Summer 2021, released at the close of the summer season (June 1, 2021, through August 31, 2021) was the first close analysis of our state’s summer weather. The climate bulletin is a quarterly publication distributed by the North Dakota State Climate Office…

Members of the new Global Exploration Club at Valley City State University are hosting different fundraisers this month to generate funds for a study abroad trip to Costa Rica. This brand new club, open to any current VCSU students, was formed to provide information to students who want to e…

WEST FARGO, N.D. (OCT. 12, 2021) – Gov. Doug Burgum today delivered opening remarks to kick off the 2021 Main Street ND Summit, emphasizing the importance of building smart, efficient infrastructure that allows communities to differentiate themselves so they can attract and retain a 21st cen…

Gov. Doug Burgum along with North Dakota Commerce Tourism and Marketing Director Sara Otte Coleman and North Dakota Council on the Arts Executive Director Kim Konikow today presented the winning submissions from the 18th annual North Dakota Governor’s Photo Contest at the North Dakota Herita…

Different fruits and vegetables require different storage conditions.

Due to increasing natural gas prices, nitrogen fertilizer prices are relatively high compared to recent years and are expected to remain high and possibly increase through next spring, says Dave Franzen, NDSU Extension soil science specialist.

BISMARCK, N.D. – Governor Doug Burgum has proclaimed October 2021 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Month and October 15, 2021, as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day.

Bill Panos, Director, North Dakota Department of Transportation

Pink pom-poms and bows; pink socks and cleats on football fields; pink lights illuminating the brick facade of Fargo’s Sanford Hospital. As the country recognizes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, America turns pink.

Online Workshop Includes Readiness Assessment, Connections to North Dakota Farmers

The draft of the 2021 Barnes County Multi-Jurisdictional Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan is now available for review on the Barnes County and City of Valley City websites.  A printed copy is also available at the Barnes County Highway Department in the emergency manager’s office.

By now, you’ve probably seen the widespread news reports that have noted the appearance of a 130-year-old shipwreck in a section of the Missouri River in North Dakota. Built in 1884, the Abner O’Neal spent most of its time ferrying wheat grown in the state across the Missouri River. On July …

“In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue,” and still to this day, we have a national holiday commemorating it. Columbus Day will take place on October 11th, this year, as it is celebrated each year on the second Monday in October. The biggest celebration takes place in New York City, with a …

National 4-H Week 2021 is October 3rd-9th, themed “Find Your Spark!” 

Valley City Public School District leaders invite parents and community members to join them on Monday, October 11th and/or Wednesday, October 13th for an opportunity to learn more about the current conditions of all school facilities and the possible plans for new construction and/or renovation. 

In the Thursday, September 30th Times-Record edition, there was a story about September 30th as National NICU Awareness Day, featuring photos and the story of baby Kinsley, a NICU grad and close friend of the TR. 

The SunPedal Ride, an annual, solar powered electric bike ride across the US, reached North Dakota last week. Conducted by Sushil Reddy, a Guiness World Record holder for longest e-bike ride, the SunPedal Ride is designed to encourage conversation about clean energy, sustainable mobility, an…

Governor plans to visit ND soldiers during their deployment to border