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EVANS, Marie Annette
June 11, 1951 - June 28, 2025 Marie Annette Evans (nee Barton), born on June 11, 1951, in Kamsack, Saskatchewan, passed away on June 28, 2025, at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta, after a brief illness, with her loving family by her...

Support for Christian prayer in public schools varies across U.S.
Just over half of U.S. adults, or 52 percent, say they favor allowing public school teachers to lead their classes in prayers “that refer to Jesus,” while 46 percent of adults say they oppose it, according to an analysis from the Pew Research...
Commissioners address racial slur fallout; Amtrak study and budget talks also highlight meeting
The Lincoln County Commissioners met Tuesday, June 24 in the County Boardroom. With all members present, the commission heard agenda items including talks of antisemitism, Amtrak services, and budget work sessions. Chairwoman Tiffani Landeen moved...

Pew: Support for Christian prayer in public schools varies widely across US
WASHINGTON (OSV News) ─ Just over half of U.S. adults, or 52%, say they favor allowing public school teachers to lead their classes in prayers "that refer to Jesus," while 46% of adults say they oppose it, according to an analysis from the Pew...
Greenpeace case becomes landmark test of EU’s new anti-SLAPP law
The European Union's new anti-SLAPP law is being put to the test as Greenpeace International, headquartered in Amsterdam, challenges a $666 million US court judgment levelled against it by Energy Transfer - the company behind the Dakota Access...

FHS grads scholarships and plans
JACOB THOMAS BERRY He has earned an associate degree through Peninsula College and will begin working for the Washington State Department of Corrections. MILEY ROSE BLANTON She has earned her associate degree through Peninsula College and plans to...

50 Signature Dishes That Define Every U.S. State
Every state has its own cuisine and culinary quirks—some more widely accepted in the rest of the country than others (looking at you, Colorado “oysters”). It’s what makes each place unique and even serves as a reason to live in or visit that...

Kentucky confirms measles outbreak as US nears its highest case count in more than 30 years
Kentucky has its first measles outbreak of 2025, as the U.S. case count sits just short of a 30-year high.… Kentucky has its first measles outbreak of 2025, as the U.S. case count sits just short of a 30-year high. There have been 1,267 confirmed...
Cordele man one of four charged with health care fraud
Published 7:39 am Thursday, July 3, 2025 Two Tifton business owners charged in connection with largest Health Care Fraud enforcement action in U.S. Justice Department history As a part of the largest Health Care Fraud Enforcement Action in...

What Makes TNT Fireworks In Williston A July 4th Hit?
If you ever need a reason to feel like a kid again, just spend a couple hours hanging out with Terry and his crew at TNT Fireworks in Williston. That’s exactly what I did earlier today during a live broadcast, and let me tell you—nothing says...

An Echo Press Editorial: Stolen data, impostors, and fake services harm businesses
When people think of scam, they often envision an elderly person with diminishing capabilities getting swindled out of money by believing get-rich-quick schemes or falling for the “grandparent scam” when they get a phone call from someone...

Delaware reports lowest drunk-driving arrest rate in the nation
As drunk driving remains a deadly and persistent issue across the United States, new data reveals Delaware is leading the nation in prevention, with the lowest number of DUI arrests per capita. According to a national analysis of drunk-driving...
Maine voters to decide citizen initiatives on voter ID and extreme risk protection orders in November
Welcome to the Wednesday, July 2, 2025, Brew. By: Lara Bonatesta Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: Maine voters to decide citizen initiatives on voter ID and extreme risk protection orders in November Oregon joins 45 other...

What new laws go into effect July 1 in Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota?
(KTIV) - As soon as the calendar reads July 1, 2025, Siouxland’s three states will all have new laws going into effect. The laws range from new rules regarding cell phones and driving in Iowa to banning sanctuary cities in South Dakota. Below is a...

ND senators say bill is win for Americans
WASHINGTON – Sens. John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., said the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act by a vote of 51-50 on Tuesday will provide tax relief for families and small businesses and fulfill other promises made by President Trump....

Don’t let rural America become the next New York City
Elect strong conservative leaders in your state — or watch it go the way of New York City. That’s the unmistakable warning conservatives should take from New York voters nominating a Hamas sympathizer and self-proclaimed socialist for mayor. How...

2025 Boss Cowman Honorees: Chuck and Kerry Christman
Chuck Christman roping at the 1972 Boss Cowman rodeo. | Courtesy Christman family IMG-2292 Chuck and Kerry Christman, 2025 Lemmon South Dakota Boss Cowman honorees. | PC Kim Anderson 496511527_738433568568030_2985448141416364095_n Chuck and Kerry...

GOP Governors Mum as Congress Moves To Slash Medicaid Spending for Their States
Phil Galewitz, KFF Health News The last time a Republican-controlled Congress and President Donald Trump moved to slash Medicaid spending, in 2017, a key political force stood in their way: GOP governors. Now, as Congress steamrolls toward passing...

Minnesota has stricter fireworks laws than its neighbors, but charges for violations are rare
Greater Minnesota Newsletter | Everything you need to know about what's happening across Greater Minnesota. Delivered to your inbox Tuesday afternoons. Stashed away in trunks and backseats, illicit products cross over Minnesota’s borders from...

Joseph finds ‘second home’ in Minot, to serve as assistant captain
Submitted Photo Minot State junior forward Colby Joseph was named an assistant captain for the upcoming season. Joseph led the Beavers with 27 goals last season and was second on the team in scoring with 42 points. Photo by Sean Arbaut. Colby...