Linton, ND

Fischer purchased a shop east of Linton across from Northern Veterinary Service. He can work on any small engine brand. Engines on snow blowers, lawn mowers (push and riding), trimmers, ice augers, tillers and chain saws are his most common repair projects, but he is willing to tackle ATV and snow mobile engines, too. He will pick up and deliver lawn mowers, snow blowers and other machines with small engines in Linton that will fit in his pickup. He does overhauls as well as tune ups and oil changes, and he sharpens saws and blades. Fischer can be reached at 254-4372.

October 10th, 2007, the citizens of Linton had the opportunity to take part in a state of the art community chat. The NDSU Group Decision Center was on hand to set up their bank of computers to gather public opinion. In the afternoon the high school students had the opportunity to use the technology to talk about their hopes and dreams for Linton. The students expressed a great deal of community and school pride.

At 5:30 the rest of the community was invited for a Horizons sponsored meal at the school. Those in attendance were than invited to use the bank of computers to gather their ideas and opinions about Linton. The popular vote from the meeting showed that there should be a more adequate senior center, the movie theater needs to be brought back and improvements need to be made to Seeman Park so it is better utilized by the public. There were also many positive comments about Linton’s LIDC Director, the outstanding teachers, the great school system and overall community spirit. GO LINTON!!

A number of community volunteers have stepped up to work on many of the issues discussed at the community meeting. Keep watching for more progress in Linton.

Thank you to Sue and Deb Schumacher and to the Catholic Order of Foresters for all of the work you did to prepare for the Dinner Theatre. Many volunteers pitched in and helped prepare the meal, etc.  The social hour began at 4:30 with Hors d’oeuvres consisting of Cranberry Kraut Meatballs; Strawberry Cheesecake with Graham Pretzels; Mushroom Bacon Bites; Chicken Taco Cups; Ham and Cheese Ball Medley; BLT Bites; and drinks (non-alcoholic). Next was supper at 5:30 with the First Course being Tany Spinach Salad. The Meal Entree consisted of Basil Chicken Roulade with Cran-Raspberry Sherbert; Garlic Mashed Potatoes; and Green Bean Almondine and then finished the meal with a Kahlua Cream Dessert. The evening was topped off with music by the Sweet Adelines. The main concern for the night was for the youth of the local parishes, for the Dinner Theatre benefits youth activities throughout the year.

The Emmons County Commissioners have approved the installation of an elevator and upgrade of the main floor restrooms. This will shape the courthouse to comply with American’s Disability Act (ADA) requirements for public buildings.

Construction will begin within the next one to two months.

KFYR-TV recently did a story on the outdated senior center. Click here to see the story. Click here to see the video.

KXMB-TV also did a story and a video is available towards the bottom of their home page.

Annie’s Project is a 6 week course designed especially for farm/ ranch women. Sessions will combine lecture, discussion, individual and small group activities, and computer training. Annie’s Project strives to help farm/ranch women gain the understanding and knowledge necessary to be active and involved farm partners. Annie’s Project will also help women find new ways to balance the demands of family, community, and professionalism within the ag community.  A brochure is available which lists dates and locations.

The Coyote Country 4-H club is keeping busy. Projects recently completed are: made Christmas ornaments and delivered them to the assisted living apartments; helped the Lions Club buy and wrap Christmas gifts for the needy children in the community; collected pop tops for the Ronald McDonald House; made Easter baskets for the folks in the assisted living apartments; helped raise food donations for the Linton Food Pantry and collected recycled eye glasses for the Lions International Drive for countries that cannot afford glasses.

Linton Fitness is what the community has been waiting for a long time…Finally, everyone has a place to exercise!

A variety of equipment such as cardio and strength machines surrounded by an indoor track. In addition, a circuit of hydraulic machines provides a 30-minute work-out for members who want to take advantage of their break time from work.

Classes in YOGA, BALLROOM DANCE, JAZZERCISE and DANCE CLASSES for different ages are available.

A special room is available for exercising using a DVD/VCR.

For more specifics go to the lintonfitness website.