NEWS & NOTES
6/30/2025
Howdy All,
- The powerful June 20th storm created hardships and tragedies around Valley City and the region. The clean-up efforts are amazing with “neighbors helping neighbors”, it has been heartwarming. With so many people suffering losses, please be patient with City Crews, volunteers and insurance workers as they have many damages to assess and repair.
- Kudos to our city employees for facilitating restoration and clean-up. Great job Everyone.
- Last week people from the North Dakota Department of Emergency Services visited Valley City to assess damages. Along with a tour of Valley City and the transfer station, they confirmed our precise procedures to apply for FEMA cost shares are in line. The Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates the ratification of the Declaration of Independence
- The Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates ratifying the Declaration of Independence. Enjoy and be safe.
- Many overhead electrical wires went down in the storm when trees fell on them. If there had been underground wiring, there would not have been power outages. The city will provide up to a $5.00 per foot discount for the installation of electrical underground wiring. For information to see if underground is for you, please call: 701-845-8143
- The Sheyenne Valley Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Community Grant Round! Local nonprofits are encouraged to apply at: https://www.yoursvcf.org/grantopportunities. Application deadline is July 25th 2025.
- NDQuits: “Over one-third of former tobacco users we assist are still tobacco-free seven months after completing an NDQuits program. NDQuits employs specialized coaches who support individuals on their pathway to becoming tobacco-free. Learn about our coaches, a typical journey with NDQuits, and more on how to Quit Your Way.” See: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/health/ndquits
- With all that is happening in the world around us, might you find yourself a bit overwhelmed at times? I do. Routines provide a renewed structure, dump “stink’n think’n” and allow me to refocus and get back to “a good place”. ~ The Village Family Service Center
- Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
- “Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all they have.” ~ H. Jackson Brown Jr.
Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,
Dave
Dave Carlsrud