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The annual meeting for Dickey Rural Telephone Cooperative (DRTC) has been scheduled for Thursday, Oct.19 at the Ellendale Public School Gymnasium, Ellendale, ND at 6 p.m. The election of officers will be held during the meeting. Join us for a complimentary meal served from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Child care is available during the meeting. Door prizes will be awarded after the meeting.

The Nominating Committee met on Wednesday, Aug. 30 at 7 p.m. at the DRN headquarters building, in Ellendale.

The following districts and Board Members are up for re-election this year.

District 2 (Dickey, Litchville & Marion exchanges), Ralph Greer, Marion District 6 (Milnor & Crete), Myron Yagow, Milnor District 9 (Fullerton & Guelph exchanges), Brunno Kinzler, Fullerton

P.O. Box 69Ellendale, ND 58436

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Annual meeting set for October 19

DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE!

DRN’SANNUALMEETING

Earlier Time!6 p.m. Annual Meeting

Thursday, October 19Ellendale Public School4:30 – 5:45 p.m. Meal6 p.m. Meeting

DRN ReadiTech acquired CompQuest Technology, owned and operated by David Malsam, effective August 1. The acquisition broadened DRN ReadiTech’s service into Aberdeen and the surrounding area.

Along with the acquisition, DRN ReadiTech is happy to welcome David Malsam to the team as senior sales account executive/network analyst. “Customers will continue to experience the same value of service they currently enjoy

with CompQuest,” said Malsam. “One of the major benefits to CompQuest customers is Mr. Malsam will be backed by our ReadiTech team of talented network anyalysts and will be able to provide more efficient, robust sales and support ,” said DRN’s CEO/General Manager Robert K. Johnson.

DRN ReadiTech acquires CompQuest

CompQuest story continued on page 4.

With so many demands on your computer, make sure

it’s working its best!

DRN ReadiTech can help! COMPUTER SALES to fit your budget and needs.

COMPUTER REPAIR Bring your computer in for a FREE 15 minute diagnostic.

WEB GUARDIAN+ Protect your computer and receive remote technical support from our experts.

Call DRN ReadiTECH team 344-5000 or go online: www.drnreaditech.com

Ashley 288Shirley Croker ....................... 288-3415Tracie Gass ............................ 288-3492Dillon Neu ............................. 288-3517 Roger Robinson .................. 288-3170

Dickey 778Jennifer Amundson ........... 778-7526

Edgeley 493Nicholas Napier ................... 493-2874Marisa Ostendorf ................ 493-2489Shirley Vogel ......................... 493-2628Frank Welder ........................ 493-2885

Ellendale 349 Lisa Lewis ............................... 349-3449Matt Rongen ........................ 349-3250Jessica Saylor........................ 349-3974Estalita Slivoskey ................. 349-3711

Forbes, SD 358Mike Jung ................... (605) 358-8691

Forman 724Josh Heimbuch ................... 724-4092Dave Kohoutech ................. 724-3527Kelly Moe ............................... 724-4155Drew Vanoverbeke ............. 724-6326Werner Veil ............................ 724-6487

Fort Ransom 973Aaron & Nicole Kvalnes .... 973-2698

Fullerton 375Michelle Levinson .............. 375-6495

Gwinner 678Kelby Jacobson ................... 678-2326Kara Kohler............................ 678-2034Miranda Lautt ...................... 678-2592Britian Pfaff ........................... 678-2477Steadfast Electric Inc ......... 678-2677Justin Undem ....................... 678-2274Tyson Walter ......................... 678-2019Coal Weed ............................. 678-2722

Guelph 783Brennan Hack ....................... 783-4534

Kulm 647Annette Crickenberger ..... 647-2861Janet Peterson ..................... 647-2378 LaMoure 883Roger Loegering ................. 883-5009

Lisbon 683Clarice J Coit ......................... 683-4278Ashley Diaz ........................... 683-5918Marco Kuol ............................ 683-4746Tiffani Martinez ................... 683-5029Justine Nieves ...................... 683-4651Mitch Sauby .......................... 683-4833Unhinged .............................. 683-4269

Litchville 762Gwen Harris .......................... 762-4299Gena Lott ............................... 762-4534Wade Matcha ....................... 762-4496Keely McGough ................... 762-4472

Marion 669Overdrive Fencing .............. 669-2529Eugene Wright ..................... 669-2537

Merricourt 396Tim Kappenman ................. 396-7140

Milnor 427Jeffrey & Angie Bixby ........ 427-5006Ty Gregor ............................... 427-5891Dawn Turchin ....................... 427-5847Jonah Zupanc ...................... 427-5067

Oakes 742 Lonnie Helgerson ............... 742-3775Jolinda Honeyman ............. 742-2849Joan A Marquez .................. 742-2016C Peterson ............................. 742-2728Billy Potter ............................. 742-2567Gary Schaefer ....................... 742-3806Namer Turiano ..................... 742-2365Janelle Wibstad ................... 742-7187

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LISBONCommunity Focus

Lisbon takes prides in offering benefits of both

a small and large city with its slogan,

“Large enough to serve you and small

enough to know you.”

Located along the beautiful Sheyenne River in southeast North Dakota, Lisbon is a tight knit community of 2,124 residents. Here, community members support one another and are always willing to lend a hand. Lisbon is a place where dreams begin and are achieved, following the example set by founder Joseph L. Colton.

Originating from New York, Colton was looking for adventure when he and his family moved west to Minnesota. He continued west to Fargo where he met Major A.W. Edwards. As the editor and publisher of the Fargo Republican, Major Edwards received word that the Northern Pacific Railroad was planning to add a Fargo Southwestern Branch. Major Edwards and Colton began dreaming of a town along the route of the proposed Fargo Southwestern. After carefully evaluating a map, Colton decided to file a claim for land where the railroad would have to cross the Sheyenne River. When the claim was accepted on May 18, 1880, Colton began to plan the town, which he named after his wife’s hometown in New York, Lisbon. Although many other towns were establishing, Colton, with the help of Major Edwards, used political connections to route the rail-road through Lisbon and become the Ransom County seat.

After 137 years, Lisbon continues to grow, and prides itself in being “large enough to serve you and small enough to know you.” Lisbon has several banks, retail businesses, restaurants, motels and medical services. CHI Lisbon Health offers a variety of services to patients in both the hospital and clinic. The 25-bed critical access hospital has a 24-hour emergency level V trauma center. Lisbon is also home to dentists and chiropractors.

The North Dakota Veterans Home also resides in Lisbon. Built on 90 acres along the Sheyenne River, the Veterans Home offers a scenic view to their residents. The home offers 150 beds for honorably discharged veterans and

their spouses. It also provides residents with activities including a theatre, library and exercise room.

The community works together to host many events throughout the year. Lisbon hosts Happy Days the third weekend of June, the Ransom County Fair the end of August and the Sunday night stock car races at the Sheyenne River Speedway from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

The outdoors is a large part of the Lisbon community and is perfect for hunting and fishing enthusiasts, as well as those who golf and ski with the Sheyenne Grasslands, Dead Colt Creek Recreation Area, Fort Ransom State Park, Lisbon Bissel Golf Course and Bears Den Ski Resort nearby. The area includes the Sheyenne Valley National Scenic Byway and the North Country Trail offering breathtaking scenery with many trees along the Sheyenne River.

For more information about parks, recreation, businesses, economic development and other services in Lisbon go to: www.lisbonnd.com. n

The 31st Annual G.O.L.F. Classic sponsored by DRN ReadiTech was held July 8 and 9. Brian Meyer, Jamestown, was named the overall champion with a combined score of 139. Meyer is a second-time winner of the tournament, which he won in 2006. Adam Johnson, Elbow Lake, Minn. and Todd Thompson Cogswell, finished second and third with combined scores of 140 and 144 respectively.

Last year’s winner, Brady Anderson from Forman, finished in fourth place with a total score of 145. In fifth place, with a score of 147 was Landon Olson, Dilworth, Minn. Jake Hegle and Kevin Dockter, both of Forman, finished sixth and seventh with a score of 151. Todd Heitkamp, Barney, took eighth place with a score of 153.

This year the tournament committee also recognized the best women’s score. Milnor local, Jordaan Larson, was titled the Women’s Champion, shooting a 160. Stephanie Dockter of Forman, was the runner up with a score of 161.

The tournament was held at Grand Rapids Memorial Park Country Club, Oakes Golf Club, Lisbon Bissell Golf Course and Forman Golf Course. To view all the 2017 placings, visit www.drnreaditechgolf.com. n Customers may see the removal of

obsolete copper pedestals throughout DRN service area. The process to remove the old equipment began in August and will continue through the next year. n

Results of the G.O.L.F. Classic

AUTUMN BEGINSFriday, Sept. 22

DRN is celebrating National Cooperative Month in October,

along with 40,000 other cooperatives serving more than 120 million people nationwide

Join us Oct. 19 forour annual meeting!

Pedestal removal

The North Dakota Veterans Home is located in Lisbon. It is the only veteran’s

home in the state and offers independent living and nursing home care.

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Sargent County FairRansom County FairRootbeer Floats Super Valu Event–AshleySheyenne River Speedway Night Sponsor–Lisbon

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It’s true DRN is moving to 100% digital television service! Customers will have access to DRN’s digital lineup, including more channels and a wide variety of music channels.

The old analog service is at end of life and will be eliminated. On March 1, 2018, every television will need either a HD Digital Transport Adapter (HD DTA) or a MCard cable card device such as a TiVo box or cable-card ready TV. Without these set-top boxes, DRN television service will not work.

To avoid service interruption, DRN strongly encourages customers to order the set-top boxes as soon as possible. By getting a box today, customers will receive HD channels with clearer and higher quality. Also, a DTA box is available to set parental controls and includes an interactive program guide.

DRN will be giving customers their first DTA box free with the interactive guide. Digital boxes are activated before they leave DRN. There is no need to call into DRN to activate them. The box will complete a set-up process when connected to your TV for the first time. Please be patient and leave the box plugged in as the set-up process may take up to 45 minutes. For every additional television, customers will need to purchase either an interactive guided DTA box for $2.95 per month or 99¢ per month for a nonguided DTA box.

DRN is working to make this transition as easy as possible for customers. Once customers have placed their order DRN will contact them when their box is ready for pickup or delivery. If questions arise, please contact 344-5000. n

Dickey Rural Telephone Cooperative is a recipient of federal financial assistance from the Rural Utilities Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and is subject to the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended and the rules and regulations of the U.S. Department of Agriculture which provide that no person in the United States on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or disability shall be excluded from participation, in admission or access to, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any of this organization’s programs or activities.

The person responsible for coordinating this organization and subsidiaries nondiscrimination compliance efforts is Robert K. Johnson, general manager. Any individual, or specific class of individuals, who feels that this organization has subjected them to discrimination may obtain further information about the statutes and regulations listed above from and/or file a written complaint with this organization; or USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Build-ing, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (voice or TDD). Complaints must be filed within 180 days after the alleged discrimination. Confidentiality will be maintained to the extent possible. n

Statement of non-discriminationDRN will transition to 100%

digital television service

Have you heard?

Enjoy crystal clear TV and more channels on DRN’s digital lineup. Don’t miss out on the action with BEK Sports HD on channels 195 and 196. Hub City Livestock and Aberdeen Livestock will soon begin airing their sales on BEK channels.

Sportsman Channel and Outdoor Channel will go digital September 2017 and will no longer be offered on

analog service.

DRN’s digital lineup offers more channels

To provide you with the

highest quality television service,

DRN is upgrading the cable

network to 100% digital service.

Contact DRN to receive your

first DTA box free with

interactive guide.

If you have not already ordered your set-top box, visit drtel.com, go to “Residential” click on “Digital Conversion,” or call 344-5000.

Please review the nomination process and plan to attend the annual meeting to take part in your telecommunications cooperative.

IV. ELECTION PROCESS: It is imperative that members be provided with a summary of the bylaws section on the election process prior to the nomination of candidates for board positions. The Rural Utilities Service (RUS) requires that Dickey Rural Telephone Cooperative provide a summary of the bylaws section on the election process prior to the nomination of candidates for board positions.

SECTION 4.4 Nominations It shall be the duty of the board to appoint a committee on nominations consisting of nine (9) members, one from each District. No member of the board may serve on such committee. The committee shall prepare and post at the principle office of the Cooperative at least thirty (30) days before the meeting a list of nominations for directors to be elected. (Any fifteen or more members acting together may make other nominations by petition not less than twenty (20) days prior to the meeting and the Secretary shall post such nominations at the same place where the list of nominations made by the committee is posted.) The secretary shall be responsible for the mailing of the notice of the meeting and a statement of the number of directors to be elected, the names and addresses of the candidate, specifying separately the nominations by the committee and the nominations made by petition, if any, said notice and statement to be mailed at least ten (10) days before the date of the meeting. n

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Add a joint name to your accountYou might be surprised to learn that if you’ve never given your authorization to add a joint name to your account, DRN cannot allow him/her (whether it be a spouse or roommate) to vote at the annual meeting or make changes to your account. DRN does this to protect your account from any unauthorized changes. By adding a joint name, the primary person is allowing the joint name to add services, inquire about billing, charges, etc.

Call 344-5000 now to add a joint name to your account, or download and print the “Authorized Account Contact” online at www.drtel.com/support. E-mail completed form to: customerservice@drtel.com or, mail to: DRN, P.O. Box 69, Ellendale, ND 58436-0069.

BEK SPORTS Fall Schedule

Schedules subject to change. Post season schedule to be announced.

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Friday, Sept. 1 Oakes at Kidder County 7 PM BEK 247 EastFriday, Sept. 1 Watford City at Jamestown 7 PM BEK 247 WestFriday, Sept. 8 Milnor/North Sargent at Ellendale/E/K 7 PM BEK 247 EastFriday, Sept. 8 Kenmare/B/BC at Stanley 7 PM BEK 247 WestFriday, Sept. 8 Fargo Shanley at Watford City 7 PM BEK PrimeFriday, Sept. 15 Ellendale/E/K at Lisbon 7 PM BEK 247 WestFriday, Sept. 15 Thompson at Hankinson 7 PM BEK 247 EastFriday, Sept. 22 Hankinson vs Wyndmere/Lidgerwood 7 PM BEK 247 EastFriday, Sept. 22 Rugby vs Carrington 7 PM BEK 247 WestFriday, Sept. 29 Strasburg/Zeeland at Herreid/Selby 7 PM BEK 247 WestSaturday, Sept. 30 Dakota State at University of Jamestown 1 PM BEK PrimeFriday, Oct. 6 LaMoure L/M at Linton H/M/B 7 PM BEK 247 WestFriday, Oct. 6 Napoleon G/S at Richland 7 PM BEK 247 EastFriday, Oct. 13 Park River-F/L at Langdon 7 PM BEK 247 East

DRN ReadiTech specializes in IT Solutions offering a suite of services that boost, secure and streamline business operations with IT support and management; cloud

services; computer hardware; computer software; security systems and phone systems plus project management. To learn more about DRN ReadiTech, visit www.drnreaditech.com.

EMPLOYEE NEWS

DRN employee Anita Evenson, Gwinner, was recently promoted to the position of technical support specialist. Prior to the promotion, Evenson worked as a customer care specialist for five years in the Lisbon office. As a technical assistant, she will provide Level 2 Support to DRN customers for all their internet, television and telephone services. In addition to this, she will be able to assist customers with computer and device repair.

Evenson is looking forward to developing a deeper knowledge of DRN’s products and services to give customers the ultimate DRN experience. Outside of DRN she enjoys taking trips to Minnesota to spend time with family and attending Minnesota Twins baseball games.

Kristi Walden, a returning DRN employee, is welcomed back to the DRN team as a technical support specialist. Walden will work alongside the technical assistance group (TAG) in the Lisbon office providing DRN customers with level 2 support for internet, television and telephone service. She will also assist with computer and device repair.

Walden is looking forward to working with all of the customers she once worked very closely with. She originally joined the DRN team September of 2001 as a technical support specialist. In 2015 Walden moved to Wall, S.D. where she worked as a technical assistant for Golden West Telecommunications. She recently moved back to the area to be closer to family. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her grandkids and two dogs. She also enjoys construction and DIY projects. n

Tuesday, Sept. 5 Milnor/North Sargent at Oakes 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Sept. 5 Harvey/Wells County at Kidder County 7:15 PM BEK 247 WestThursday, Sept. 7 Milnor/North Sargent at Sargent Central 7:15PM BEK 247 EastThursday, Sept. 7 Bismarck Century at Jamestown 7:15 PM BEK PrimeSaturday, Sept. 9 George Washington at NDSU 10 AM BEK PrimeSaturday, Sept. 9 Appalachian State at NDSU 1 PM BEK PrimeTuesday, Sept. 12 Wilton/Wing at Shiloh Christian 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastThursday, Sept. 14 Strasburg/Zeeland at Ellendale 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastThursday, Sept. 14 Garrison/Max at Wilton/Wing 7:15 PM BEK 247 WestMonday, Sept. 18 Sgt Central at Wyndmere/Lidgerwood 7:15PM BEK 247 EastMonday, Sept. 18 Parshall at Garrison/Max 7:15 PM BEK 247 WestTuesday, Sept. 19 Ellendale at Oakes 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Sept. 19 Linton H/M/B at Strasburg/Zeeland 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastThursday, Sept. 21 Kidder County at E/K/M 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastThursday, Sept. 21 Tioga vs Kenmare 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Sept. 26 Kidder County vs Napoleon G/S 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Sept. 26 Stanley vs Watford City 7:15 PM BEK 247 WestFriday, Sept. 29 Denver University at NDSU 7 PM BEK PrimeSunday, Oct. 1 Oral Roberts at NDSU 1 PM BEK PrimeTuesday, Oct. 3 E/K/M at LaMoure L/M 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Oct. 3 Napoleon G/S at M/P/B 7:15 PM BEK 247 WestWednesday, Oct. 4 Presentation at U of Jamestown 7 PM BEK PrimeThursday, Oct. 5 Sargent Central at Lisbon 7:15 PM BEK 247 WestThursday, Oct. 5 Hankinson at Richland 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Oct. 10 South Border at Kidder County 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Oct. 10 Napoleon GS at Linton H/M/B 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Oct. 12 Lisbon at Wyndmere-Lidgerwood 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastFriday, Oct. 13 Omaha University at NDSU 7 PM BEK PrimeSunday, Oct. 15 Western Illinois at NDSU 1 PM BEK PrimeMonday, Oct. 16 New Town at Parshall 7:15 PM BEK 247 WestTuesday, Oct. 17 Midkota at Kidder County 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastSunday, Oct. 22 South Dakota at NDSU 1 PM BEK PrimeMonday, Oct. 23 M-P-B at Carrington 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastMonday, Oct. 23 Rollete-Wolford at Bottineau 7:15 PM BEK 247 WestThursday, Oct. 23 Central Cass at Hankinson 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastMonday, Oct. 30 North Star at Langdon 7:15 PM BEK 247 EastTuesday, Oct. 31 Dickinson State at U of Jamestown 7 PM BEK 247 West

Anita Evenson

Kristi Walden

David Malsam

CompQuest Technology acquisition

DRN welcomes back Kristi Walden

Evenson promoted to technical support specialist football

volleyball

Schedules subject to change. Post season schedule to be announced.

BEK 247 West Channel 196

BEK 247 East Channel 195

BEK Prime (Oakes) Channel 4 & 104

BEK Prime (Ashley) Channel 7 & 107

BEK LIVESTOCKCOMING SOON!

rodeoFriday, Sept. 29 & Saturday, Sept. 30 NDRA Rodeo Finals from Watford City 7 PM BEK Prime

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David Malsam, founder of CompQuest Technology, will continue to support customers in the Aberdeen office and is looking forward to working with the ReadiTech team of talented network analysts.

Malsam grew up in Bowdle, S.D. and went on to earn a degree in computer information systems. After college, he worked for several computer companies throughout South Dakota. Malsam returned to the Aberdeen area in 2002 to work for PC-LAN Computer Center. He started CompQuest from the basement of his home in 2011. He has since turned the business into one of the premier IT service companies in the area.

Malsam spends his free time with his family. His wife Jolene and children, Cole and Claire, lead an active lifestyle and spend their time enjoying the outdoors. David is also a car enthusiast as well as an avid motorcyclist. n

READi TECH

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Sargent County FairRansom County FairRootbeer Floats Super Valu Event–AshleySheyenne River Speedway Night Sponsor–Lisbon

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It’s true DRN is moving to 100% digital television service! Customers will have access to DRN’s digital lineup, including more channels and a wide variety of music channels.

The old analog service is at end of life and will be eliminated. On March 1, 2018, every television will need either a HD Digital Transport Adapter (HD DTA) or a MCard cable card device such as a TiVo box or cable-card ready TV. Without these set-top boxes, DRN television service will not work.

To avoid service interruption, DRN strongly encourages customers to order the set-top boxes as soon as possible. By getting a box today, customers will receive HD channels with clearer and higher quality. Also, a DTA box is available to set parental controls and includes an interactive program guide.

DRN will be giving customers their first DTA box free with the interactive guide. Digital boxes are activated before they leave DRN. There is no need to call into DRN to activate them. The box will complete a set-up process when connected to your TV for the first time. Please be patient and leave the box plugged in as the set-up process may take up to 45 minutes. For every additional television, customers will need to purchase either an interactive guided DTA box for $2.95 per month or 99¢ per month for a nonguided DTA box.

DRN is working to make this transition as easy as possible for customers. Once customers have placed their order DRN will contact them when their box is ready for pickup or delivery. If questions arise, please contact 344-5000. n

Dickey Rural Telephone Cooperative is a recipient of federal financial assistance from the Rural Utilities Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and is subject to the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended and the rules and regulations of the U.S. Department of Agriculture which provide that no person in the United States on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or disability shall be excluded from participation, in admission or access to, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any of this organization’s programs or activities.

The person responsible for coordinating this organization and subsidiaries nondiscrimination compliance efforts is Robert K. Johnson, general manager. Any individual, or specific class of individuals, who feels that this organization has subjected them to discrimination may obtain further information about the statutes and regulations listed above from and/or file a written complaint with this organization; or USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Build-ing, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (voice or TDD). Complaints must be filed within 180 days after the alleged discrimination. Confidentiality will be maintained to the extent possible. n

Statement of non-discriminationDRN will transition to 100%

digital television service

Have you heard?

Enjoy crystal clear TV and more channels on DRN’s digital lineup. Don’t miss out on the action with BEK Sports HD on channels 195 and 196. Hub City Livestock and Aberdeen Livestock will soon begin airing their sales on BEK channels.

Sportsman Channel and Outdoor Channel will go digital September 2017 and will no longer be offered on

analog service.

DRN’s digital lineup offers more channels

To provide you with the

highest quality television service,

DRN is upgrading the cable

network to 100% digital service.

Contact DRN to receive your

first DTA box free with

interactive guide.

If you have not already ordered your set-top box, visit drtel.com, go to “Residential” click on “Digital Conversion,” or call 344-5000.

Please review the nomination process and plan to attend the annual meeting to take part in your telecommunications cooperative.

IV. ELECTION PROCESS: It is imperative that members be provided with a summary of the bylaws section on the election process prior to the nomination of candidates for board positions. The Rural Utilities Service (RUS) requires that Dickey Rural Telephone Cooperative provide a summary of the bylaws section on the election process prior to the nomination of candidates for board positions.

SECTION 4.4 Nominations It shall be the duty of the board to appoint a committee on nominations consisting of nine (9) members, one from each District. No member of the board may serve on such committee. The committee shall prepare and post at the principle office of the Cooperative at least thirty (30) days before the meeting a list of nominations for directors to be elected. (Any fifteen or more members acting together may make other nominations by petition not less than twenty (20) days prior to the meeting and the Secretary shall post such nominations at the same place where the list of nominations made by the committee is posted.) The secretary shall be responsible for the mailing of the notice of the meeting and a statement of the number of directors to be elected, the names and addresses of the candidate, specifying separately the nominations by the committee and the nominations made by petition, if any, said notice and statement to be mailed at least ten (10) days before the date of the meeting. n

Annual Meeting continued from page 1

Add a joint name to your accountYou might be surprised to learn that if you’ve never given your authorization to add a joint name to your account, DRN cannot allow him/her (whether it be a spouse or roommate) to vote at the annual meeting or make changes to your account. DRN does this to protect your account from any unauthorized changes. By adding a joint name, the primary person is allowing the joint name to add services, inquire about billing, charges, etc.

Call 344-5000 now to add a joint name to your account, or download and print the “Authorized Account Contact” online at www.drtel.com/support. E-mail completed form to: customerservice@drtel.com or, mail to: DRN, P.O. Box 69, Ellendale, ND 58436-0069.

Ashley 288Shirley Croker ....................... 288-3415Tracie Gass ............................ 288-3492Dillon Neu ............................. 288-3517 Roger Robinson .................. 288-3170

Dickey 778Jennifer Amundson ........... 778-7526

Edgeley 493Nicholas Napier ................... 493-2874Marisa Ostendorf ................ 493-2489Shirley Vogel ......................... 493-2628Frank Welder ........................ 493-2885

Ellendale 349 Lisa Lewis ............................... 349-3449Matt Rongen ........................ 349-3250Jessica Saylor........................ 349-3974Estalita Slivoskey ................. 349-3711

Forbes, SD 358Mike Jung ................... (605) 358-8691

Forman 724Josh Heimbuch ................... 724-4092Dave Kohoutech ................. 724-3527Kelly Moe ............................... 724-4155Drew Vanoverbeke ............. 724-6326Werner Veil ............................ 724-6487

Fort Ransom 973Aaron & Nicole Kvalnes .... 973-2698

Fullerton 375Michelle Levinson .............. 375-6495

Gwinner 678Kelby Jacobson ................... 678-2326Kara Kohler............................ 678-2034Miranda Lautt ...................... 678-2592Britian Pfaff ........................... 678-2477Steadfast Electric Inc ......... 678-2677Justin Undem ....................... 678-2274Tyson Walter ......................... 678-2019Coal Weed ............................. 678-2722

Guelph 783Brennan Hack ....................... 783-4534

Kulm 647Annette Crickenberger ..... 647-2861Janet Peterson ..................... 647-2378 LaMoure 883Roger Loegering ................. 883-5009

Lisbon 683Clarice J Coit ......................... 683-4278Ashley Diaz ........................... 683-5918Marco Kuol ............................ 683-4746Tiffani Martinez ................... 683-5029Justine Nieves ...................... 683-4651Mitch Sauby .......................... 683-4833Unhinged .............................. 683-4269

Litchville 762Gwen Harris .......................... 762-4299Gena Lott ............................... 762-4534Wade Matcha ....................... 762-4496Keely McGough ................... 762-4472

Marion 669Overdrive Fencing .............. 669-2529Eugene Wright ..................... 669-2537

Merricourt 396Tim Kappenman ................. 396-7140

Milnor 427Jeffrey & Angie Bixby ........ 427-5006Ty Gregor ............................... 427-5891Dawn Turchin ....................... 427-5847Jonah Zupanc ...................... 427-5067

Oakes 742 Lonnie Helgerson ............... 742-3775Jolinda Honeyman ............. 742-2849Joan A Marquez .................. 742-2016C Peterson ............................. 742-2728Billy Potter ............................. 742-2567Gary Schaefer ....................... 742-3806Namer Turiano ..................... 742-2365Janelle Wibstad ................... 742-7187

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LISBONCommunity Focus

Lisbon takes prides in offering benefits of both

a small and large city with its slogan,

“Large enough to serve you and small

enough to know you.”

Located along the beautiful Sheyenne River in southeast North Dakota, Lisbon is a tight knit community of 2,124 residents. Here, community members support one another and are always willing to lend a hand. Lisbon is a place where dreams begin and are achieved, following the example set by founder Joseph L. Colton.

Originating from New York, Colton was looking for adventure when he and his family moved west to Minnesota. He continued west to Fargo where he met Major A.W. Edwards. As the editor and publisher of the Fargo Republican, Major Edwards received word that the Northern Pacific Railroad was planning to add a Fargo Southwestern Branch. Major Edwards and Colton began dreaming of a town along the route of the proposed Fargo Southwestern. After carefully evaluating a map, Colton decided to file a claim for land where the railroad would have to cross the Sheyenne River. When the claim was accepted on May 18, 1880, Colton began to plan the town, which he named after his wife’s hometown in New York, Lisbon. Although many other towns were establishing, Colton, with the help of Major Edwards, used political connections to route the rail-road through Lisbon and become the Ransom County seat.

After 137 years, Lisbon continues to grow, and prides itself in being “large enough to serve you and small enough to know you.” Lisbon has several banks, retail businesses, restaurants, motels and medical services. CHI Lisbon Health offers a variety of services to patients in both the hospital and clinic. The 25-bed critical access hospital has a 24-hour emergency level V trauma center. Lisbon is also home to dentists and chiropractors.

The North Dakota Veterans Home also resides in Lisbon. Built on 90 acres along the Sheyenne River, the Veterans Home offers a scenic view to their residents. The home offers 150 beds for honorably discharged veterans and

their spouses. It also provides residents with activities including a theatre, library and exercise room.

The community works together to host many events throughout the year. Lisbon hosts Happy Days the third weekend of June, the Ransom County Fair the end of August and the Sunday night stock car races at the Sheyenne River Speedway from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

The outdoors is a large part of the Lisbon community and is perfect for hunting and fishing enthusiasts, as well as those who golf and ski with the Sheyenne Grasslands, Dead Colt Creek Recreation Area, Fort Ransom State Park, Lisbon Bissel Golf Course and Bears Den Ski Resort nearby. The area includes the Sheyenne Valley National Scenic Byway and the North Country Trail offering breathtaking scenery with many trees along the Sheyenne River.

For more information about parks, recreation, businesses, economic development and other services in Lisbon go to: www.lisbonnd.com. n

The 31st Annual G.O.L.F. Classic sponsored by DRN ReadiTech was held July 8 and 9. Brian Meyer, Jamestown, was named the overall champion with a combined score of 139. Meyer is a second-time winner of the tournament, which he won in 2006. Adam Johnson, Elbow Lake, Minn. and Todd Thompson Cogswell, finished second and third with combined scores of 140 and 144 respectively.

Last year’s winner, Brady Anderson from Forman, finished in fourth place with a total score of 145. In fifth place, with a score of 147 was Landon Olson, Dilworth, Minn. Jake Hegle and Kevin Dockter, both of Forman, finished sixth and seventh with a score of 151. Todd Heitkamp, Barney, took eighth place with a score of 153.

This year the tournament committee also recognized the best women’s score. Milnor local, Jordaan Larson, was titled the Women’s Champion, shooting a 160. Stephanie Dockter of Forman, was the runner up with a score of 161.

The tournament was held at Grand Rapids Memorial Park Country Club, Oakes Golf Club, Lisbon Bissell Golf Course and Forman Golf Course. To view all the 2017 placings, visit www.drnreaditechgolf.com. n Customers may see the removal of

obsolete copper pedestals throughout DRN service area. The process to remove the old equipment began in August and will continue through the next year. n

Results of the G.O.L.F. Classic

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The North Dakota Veterans Home is located in Lisbon. It is the only veteran’s

home in the state and offers independent living and nursing home care.

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The annual meeting for Dickey Rural Telephone Cooperative (DRTC) has been scheduled for Thursday, Oct.19 at the Ellendale Public School Gymnasium, Ellendale, ND at 6 p.m. The election of officers will be held during the meeting. Join us for a complimentary meal served from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Child care is available during the meeting. Door prizes will be awarded after the meeting.

The Nominating Committee met on Wednesday, Aug. 30 at 7 p.m. at the DRN headquarters building, in Ellendale.

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DRN ReadiTech acquired CompQuest Technology, owned and operated by David Malsam, effective August 1. The acquisition broadened DRN ReadiTech’s service into Aberdeen and the surrounding area.

Along with the acquisition, DRN ReadiTech is happy to welcome David Malsam to the team as senior sales account executive/network analyst. “Customers will continue to experience the same value of service they currently enjoy

with CompQuest,” said Malsam. “One of the major benefits to CompQuest customers is Mr. Malsam will be backed by our ReadiTech team of talented network anyalysts and will be able to provide more efficient, robust sales and support ,” said DRN’s CEO/General Manager Robert K. Johnson.

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