The Rolette block party was a great success.  People attended despite the rain.  Lots of GRATE FOOD and Conversation.

       The games were fun for all ages: tug-o-war, turtle races, minnow races and the Merry-Mixer (you had a sheet of paper with events that you had to get people to sign who had done the events). The kids all received a back-pack.  The National Guard lead some games. 

FUN TIME HAD BY ALL.

Reconnecting with your neighbors and learning about other peoples interests and goals is a good thing. 

At the July 9 celebration, North Dakota Horizons Project Director Lynette Flage recognized the communities that have completed the program; Anamoose, Bowdon, Cando, Cooperstown, Dodge, Gackle, Grant County, Harvey, Hazelton, Lidgerwood, Linton, Maddock, McKenzie County, New Town, Rocklake, Rolette, Rutland, Sheyenne, Stanley, Steele and Walhalla.

Governor. John Hoeven congratulated the representatives for providing the leadership their communities need to develop not just economically but also socially. Vice President for Agriculture and University Extension D.C. Coston explained how the communities’ work melds with NDSU’s Grow 21 efforts of working towards three essential attributes for healthy communities; (a) a diverse, resilient economy, (b) effective, efficient infrastructure, and (c) leadership. 

What is the status of Rolette Counties 911 service being managed by operators in Rolette County???  Aren’t there enough phone in Rolette County to make it profitable to run the dispatch by Rolette people???  What kind of service satisfaction  does Devil’s Lake guarantee???  Are all the counties serviced by Devil’s Lake Happy?????  Is the Devil’s Lake equipmentup today????  Does Bottineau County offer a solution.  Is the cut .60 for personnel and .40 for equipment rental????  With that cut we should be able to pay operators $8.24/hour.  Not a bad pay rate.  Don’t we want JOBS like that in Rolette county???  Can we assume that operators in the County can process 911 calls better and FASTER?????  Please comment. I am sure I have some misinformation .  Enlighten me!!!

Several members from Valle Lutheran Church were on hand last week to spruce up the church.  Under the direction of Rodney Johnson….. the church was scrapped and painted.  Even the cross!  Nothing detoured the dynamic group of volunteers from completing their job; not the storm that ran through town nor a scary episode that involved the Pastor,a ladder and a paint can! The volunteers were from young to old and their hard work is very much appreciated by all.  I wonder how the other churches look?  I bet they are looking good or soon will be..we shall check it out.

Can you believe that the Rolette community put forth a spring consignment auction?  It was a unique way to get rid of what you don’t need and to earn some extra cash.  Some of the best deals could be found.. if you had the stamina to wait for the auctioneer to get to the items you were looking for.   (I know my brother in law came away with great treasures that he decided needed to be shared with my children). The auction started around 9 am with the berm of main street full of treasures and the auction completed around 10 p.m. What a long day! The day was full of visiting, collecting items and friends, and bidding on prized items!  Several community groups were on hand to assist with your comfort needs.   The All for Christ Group served cotton candy, mini doughnuts, and cold pop. The Rolette Fire Department served brats, dogs and bbqs out of the fire hall.  They shared the garage with the Ladies of WELCA who served pies and coffee.  I heard tell the wonders of a cherry pie that was to die for…. hmmm?  I wonder if that could be a new business in town.. Rolette the Cherry Pie capital?

Rolette Summer Drama presents…   You Can’t Beat the House A  Two-Act Comedy by Pat Cook  Produced by special arrangement with Eldridge Publishing Co.At the Rolette High School Gym Thursday, May 29, 2008  at 3pm and 7pm Adults:  $5.00Students:  $ 3.00

Preschool:  Free    

 The public is welcome to see this hilarious play  performed  by  a dozen of our own talented youth. 

There is another ‘mural’ on the wall representing the 15th year of Summer Drama under the guidance of Director, Marilyn Walsh and Art director, Janice Fossum.

The Rolette Dethman-Armstrong American Legion Post held a very nice program to commemorate the Memorial Day Holiday.  A brief ceremony at the Memorial Hall included presenting the colors, singing the Star Spangled Banner, America the Beautiful, guest speaker and a roll call of all the local veterans who have passed away.  The program then moved to the Rolette Cemetery for another brief ceremony and a 21 gun salute to honor the veterans who have nobly served our country.  This was followed by a pot-luck meal back at the Memorial Hall. 

It is very important that we take time to remember those who have served our country to protect the liberties we enjoy and honor the sacrifices that they have made on our behalf. 

The May Rolette RADA Supper was a great success.  The monthly RADA Supper was put on by the Elementary School.  They will be using the money to pay for field trips and achievement awards.  Here is a picture of RADA president Joel Davis getting an update from Elementary Principal Paula Snell.  The RADA Supper is a activity started 5 or 6 years ago by Father Tom.  He got the idea from Towner.  The supper is put on by a local non-profit organization.  The community gather at the supper to support the hosting organization, meet and talk with neighbors and get community updates.   The City Library is also open during this time.  New comers to Rolette are given a coupon to a free RADA Supper.  These RADA Supper definitely keep the community connected.  Many community announcements are made here. 

Holly of the “Entrepreneurial Center for Horticulture” in Bottineau is compiling a list of interested people who want to take some continuing ed classes this winter and produce vegetables next summer.  If you are interesting in operating a garden plot for profit give her a call at 228-4032 and get on the mailing list.  Holly is talking about using “high tunnels” to extend the growing season and getting the produce to market safely.  People on the list already are Iren Scott, Howard Lemieux and Jo Gilje. 

Call Holly at 228-4032

Saturday morning didn’t look like a good day to clean roadside ditches.  With SNOW on the ground and a cold wind it looked like the ditch leaning would be postponed.  But by 10am the snow was gone and the sun was shining.  By 1pm the weather was fine.  Three members from the Rolla club and 9 members for the Rolette club HAPPILY picked trash.  Some items of note were 1 skate board without wheels, sunglasses with 1 lens and 1 nail apron.  Pop cans were saves separate to be recycled.  Thank you 4-H kids for helping keep Rolette County clean.  For more information on 4-H call Jo Gilje at 246-3427 or follow this link   http://www.ext.nodak.edu/4h/4-h.htm