🌱 See which local kids and Arnegard-backed clubs topped the 4-H fair

Good morning to you Arnegard! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• See which local kids and Arnegard-backed clubs topped the 4-H fair
• How current drought conditions could set up another Arnegard-area fire season

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Warm; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 92 and low of 48 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Friday: Hazy sun, temps: high: 82, low: 52.
• Saturday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 86 and low of 55 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• 2026 McKenzie County Fair 4-H Exhibit Results (watfordcitynd.com) — Arnegard families can spot plenty of local connections in this full rundown of 2026 McKenzie County Fair 4-H results, including projects sponsored by the Arnegard Lions. From sewing and photography to swine, sheep, goats, and beef, dozens of area kids earned grand, reserve, and special plaques across nearly every project area.
   

• Dry conditions raise drought, wildfire concerns across McKenzie County (watfordcitynd.com) — Wildfire and drought risks are rising across McKenzie County, with past fires near Arnegard showing how quickly dry grass, heat, and wind can turn dangerous. Officials urge residents to check fire danger ratings, follow burn restrictions, and take simple precautions like securing trailer chains and fully extinguishing campfires to help prevent another destructive season.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday August 6

• Elementary Leadership Team Meeting
  New Town 1 New Town, ND 58763
  9:00 am
• New Town City Library Event →
  New Town City Library, 307 Main St, New Town
  11:00 am
• American Red Cross CPR, AED, First Aid & Bloodborne Path Training – 8/6/2026 →
  Syndicate Energy Services, LLC DBA: Syndicate Energy - Safety Supplies & Training, 1100 4th Ave NE, Watford City
  1:00 pm

Friday August 7

• Girls V Golf @ Tioga
  Tioga 15 Tioga, ND 58852, USA

Saturday August 8

• Girls V Golf @ DLB
  Tioga 15 Tioga, ND 58852

Monday August 10

• Cross Country Practice Starts
  New Town 1 300 Eagle Dr, New Town, ND 58763, USA
• Girls V Golf @ Bully Pulpit
  Tioga 15 Tioga, ND 58852

Tuesday August 11

• Girls V Golf @ South Heart
  Tioga 15 Tioga, ND 58852
• Board Meeting
  New Town 1 New Town, ND 58763
  6:00 pm

Wednesday August 12

• Professional Development
  Tioga 15 Tioga, ND 58852
• Teacher In-service →
  New Town High School New Town, ND 58763
  8:00 am
• Weed Control Board Meeting →
  5218 141st Ave NW, Williston
  1:30 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Badlands Hydrovac Services LLC posted a job opening for Hydrovac Swamper in Watford City. Apply here.
• Hotel Equities posted a job opening for Night Auditor - Teddy's Residential Suites, Watford City, ND in Watford City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arnegard here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Williston

• City Of Williston Takes First Official Step To Address Kratom Concerns (roundupweb.com)
• Sports Spotlight: Dylan Hedge (kfyrtv.com)
• Cropland prices see record highs, but trend slowing down (kfyrtv.com)

Dickinson

• Dickinson man dies in rollover motorcycle crash (kxnet.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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