Beulah Beacon

09/05/2025

A New York-based company is seeking to purchase two properties owned by the city of Beulah, with the idea of developing them into housing.

City Economic Development Director Beaver Brinkman announced at the city’s regular council meeting, Aug. 18, that the company (which he could not recall the name) is seeking a purchase agreement for both the property of the former nursing home – for $83,000 – and property west of New Energy Drive, for $25,000.
After some discussion, council unanimously agreed to go forward with the purchasing agreement.

The company is looking to start construction next year, according to Brinkman.

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A New York-based company is seeking to purchase two properties owned by the city of Beulah, with the idea of developing them into housing. City Economic Development Director Beaver Brinkman announced at the city’s regular council meeting, Aug. 18, that the company (which he could not recall the na...

09/04/2025

Gary Miller has stepped down from his position as Ward 4 councilman for the city of Beulah.

Miller, who was serving his second term on council, turned in his letter of resignation to City Hall Monday, Monday, Aug. 25.
Miller was absent at council’s most recent meeting, Aug. 18, due to being on vacation. He said the reason for his resignation was to spend more time with family and being able to travel with his wife more.

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Gary Miller has stepped down from his position as Ward 4 councilman for the city of Beulah. Miller, who was serving his second term on council, turned in his letter of resignation to City Hall Monday, Monday, Aug. 25. Miller was absent at council’s most recent meeting, Aug. 18, due to being on vac...

09/03/2025

IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION:
* Gary Miller steps down from Ward 4 council seat
* Nursing home property to be sold for new housing
* Annual golf tournament celebrates present, invests in future

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09/01/2025

She may be new to the Beulah Public Schools’ Board of Education, but Mardee Reich is well familiar among the school district and school community.

Reich, who has lived in the Zap area for the past 30 years, has several ties to the Beulah school district and its surrounding community. She has been a substitute teacher for the school for many years and, for the past 20 years, has been a Catholic Church catechism instructor, as well.

Reich was one of two people who won a seat on the board after the June 10 election, which fellow board member Blake Seibel retained his seat.

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She may be new to the Beulah Public Schools’ Board of Education, but Mardee Reich is well familiar among the school district and school community. Reich, who has lived in the Zap area for the past 30 years, has several ties to the Beulah school district and its surrounding community. She has been ...

08/29/2025

As of Tuesday, Aug. 26, as many as 43 cases of humans infected with West Nile virus have been reported since Aug.14, according to a recent state report, with three cases reported in Mercer County.

The North Dakota Health and Human Services has reported it has seen a rise in West Nile virus cases in recent weeks. Sixteen counties in North Dakota have reported at least one case of a resident testing positive for West Nile virus. Of the 43 cases reported – 13 from Cass County alone – 11 of those people were hospitalized and nine had nervous system complications.

As of Aug. 25, the NDHHS also reported 42 mosquito pools, three birds and two mammals have also tested positive for West Nile virus. Williams County reportedly had 20 mosquito pools positive for West Nile virus while Grand Forks and Burleigh each had six.

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As of Tuesday, Aug. 26, as many as 43 cases of humans infected with West Nile virus have been reported since Aug.14, according to a recent state report, with three cases reported in Mercer County. The North Dakota Health and Human Services has reported it has seen a rise in West Nile virus cases in....

08/29/2025

It came down to the last minute as to who will take the season-opening victory between the Beulah Miners and Central McLean Cougars in their Week 1 matchup in Beulah, Aug. 22.

Aiden Hansen’s touchdown with just over a minute left gave Central McLean its first lead of the game, and the Cougars withstood a goal-line threat by Beulah in the closing seconds to hold on for an 18-14 victory.

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It came down to the last minute as to who will take the season-opening victory between the Beulah Miners and Central McLean Cougars in their Week 1 matchup in Beulah, Aug. 22. Aiden Hansen’s touchdown with just over a minute left gave Central McLean its first lead of the game, and the Cougars with...

08/28/2025

City officials in Beulah will continue discussions about signing a contract with its two engineering firms, debating on rewriting an entire contract for both or to add certain amendments to its existing one.

At its regular meeting Aug. 18, city council agreed to continue discussions about whether to completely rewrite a “boilerplate” contract that was provided by Engineers Joint Contract Documents Committee or add what are called “exhibits,” or amendments, to the contract that modifies certain sections in the existing contract.

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City officials in Beulah will continue discussions about signing a contract with its two engineering firms, debating on rewriting an entire contract for both or to add certain amendments to its existing one. At its regular meeting Aug. 18, city council agreed to continue discussions about whether to...

08/28/2025

IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION:
* City discusses establishing contracts with its engineering firms
* 3 cases of West Nile virus reported in Mercer County
* Central McLean squeaks by Beulah in season opener

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08/25/2025

Golden Valley was buzzing with activity Aug. 16–17 as the community hosted the 9th Annual Golden Valley Rally, combining its traditional car show with Golden Valley Shootout and Wayne Herman Invitational Xtreme Broncs, drawing participants and spectators from across the region.

While this year’s turnout saw slightly lower numbers compared to past years, organizers and fans alike enjoyed a weekend full of horsepower, hospitality, and high-flying rodeo action.

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Golden Valley was buzzing with activity Aug. 16–17 as the community hosted the 9th Annual Golden Valley Rally, combining its traditional car show with Golden Valley Shootout and Wayne Herman Invitational Xtreme Broncs, drawing participants and spectators from across the region. While this year’s...

08/22/2025

Kristyn Bauer, of Zap, was named a national finalist for the 2025 FFA Agricultural Proficiency Award recently.

The 2025 Beulah High School graduate is one of four people who were selected to be invited to compete at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, which will be held in Indianapolis, Ind., Oct. 29 through Nov. 1.

At the North Dakota FFA Convention, held in Fargo, June 2-5, Bauer, 18, earned a state degree and was awarded the State Star for her agribusiness called Farm Chicks To Go. It is a small business she started when she was 13 years old, renting out incubator kits to classrooms and households across the state, which encourages young students to learn more about chickens and agriculture.

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Kristyn Bauer, of Zap, was named a national finalist for the 2025 FFA Agricultural Proficiency Award recently. The 2025 Beulah High School graduate is one of four people who were selected to be invited to compete at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, which will be held in Indianapolis, Ind., O...

08/21/2025

At its regular meeting, Monday, Aug. 18, the Beulah city council addressed several concerning issues happening with its planning and zoning committee lately.

Towards the end of the meeting’s agenda, Mayor Sean Cheatley brought up ongoing issues regarding the city’s planning and zoning committee. It led to more than an hour of discussion as council aired out several concerns, from a lack of decorum to internal fighting with city officials. According to Ward 2 Councilman Jason Isaak, who researched minutes from 14 meetings the committee has held this year, issues have been tracked as far back as last November.

Cheatley told council that he, Isaak Economic Development Director Beaver Brinkman and Ward 2 Councilman Adam Baker addressed some of the issues and complaints that were reported with Roger Gazur, a member of planning and zoning committee, June 16, believing they resolved the issues.

“I thought we had come to a mutual agreement. Obviously, it was not agreed upon,” Cheatley said.

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At its regular meeting, Monday, Aug. 18, the Beulah city council addressed several concerning issues happening with its planning and zoning committee lately. Towards the end of the meeting’s agenda, Mayor Sean Cheatley brought up ongoing issues regarding the city’s planning and zoning committee....

08/20/2025

IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION:
* Golden Valley Rally, Shootout, Wayne Herman Invitational provides Golden Valley with action-packed weekend
* Council weighs in on turmoil surrounding planning and zoning committee
* Beulah’s Kristyn Bauer named national finalist for FFA award

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