Farmers Union Insurance-Theron Huwe Agency

09/08/2026

Miranda Meehan, NDSU Extension Livestock Environmental Stewardship Specialist, will share practical strategies for managing livestock, pastures and forage during drought, along with tips for recovery and building resilience. See you there! 💻

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09/08/2026

Quiz Time. We're a few weeks into the school year.. lets see how well YOU know our school bus safety rules!

Question 1: When a school bus has red flashing lights and the stop arm extended, you must…
A) Slow down and pass carefully 🚗
B) Stop only if kids are visible 👀
C) Stop completely — no exceptions 🛑
Correct Answer: C ✔️

Question 2: On a two‑lane road, traffic must stop…
A) Only behind the bus
B) Only in front of the bus
C) In both directions
Correct Answer: C ✔️

Question 3: On multi‑lane roads, traffic must stop unless…
A) You’re late for work ⏰
B) You’re going the speed limit
C) There’s a median separating the lanes
Correct Answer: C ✔️

Question 4: When can drivers proceed again?
A) As soon as you think it’s safe
B) When kids are off the road
C) When the stop arm retracts and red lights stop flashing
Correct Answer: C ✔️

Question 5: What’s the fine for passing a bus with lights flashing or stop arm out?
A) $20 and a warning
B) $250 for the first offense 💸
C) A free bus ride
Correct Answer: B ✔️
Bonus: Second offense within five years? Minimum $750!

What Drivers Can Do 🚗
• Slow down in school zones
• Stop fully for red lights and stop arms
• Watch for children crossing
• Proceed with caution once the bus moves
What Students Can Do 🎒
• Stand back from the roadway
• Wait for the driver’s signal
• Make eye contact before crossing
• Stay seated and avoid distractions
• Look both ways when getting off

How did you score?
Knowing these rules helps keep kids safe every day! 💛

09/05/2026

Unfortunately drought conditions continue to worsen ndsu.ag/drought

Your reports are critical to showing local conditions. Please keep submitting reports weekly https://droughtimpacts.unl.edu/Tools/ConditionMonitoringObservations.aspx

Not sure what to report? https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/publications/reporting-drought-impacts-north-dakota-condition-monitoring-observer-reports

09/01/2026

08/27/2026

Join us for a day in the field!

08/14/2026

🌾 Our farmers and ranchers are experiencing dry conditions across parts of North Dakota, and we want to make sure you have access to the resources you need.

If you need hay, have hay to sell or have pasture or hayland available to rent, the Hay Hotline can help connect you with available resources.

📞 Hay Hotline: 701-328-5110
🔗 https://www.ndda.nd.gov/hay-hotline-rancher-relief

For additional drought assistance, contact your local NDSU Extension office or the North Dakota Department of Agriculture.

08/07/2026

Significant expansion of drought conditions seen in this week's drought map. https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-hub/ag-topics/disasters/drought

Your reports make a difference. Please continue to submit your weekly CMOR reports via the dashboard https://go.unl.edu/cmor These reports are CRITICAL to give map authors (not us) the data and visuals needed to make updates.

What to report https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/publications/reporting-drought-impacts-north-dakota-condition-monitoring-observer-reports

07/31/2026

07/26/2026

The 2026 North Dakota Sunflower Map is out! In just a few weeks fields across the state will be blooming in all their golden glory.

See where they're at and so you can plan your sunshine filled road trip this year. 👉 https://belegendary.link/sunflowers

07/07/2026

We are watching the weather and have inside plans if it's still wet by 5 PM. So make plans, rain or shine, to join us today at Little Market On Main! There are some great makers and bakers lined up as well as entertainment, a free craft and Smash Burgers by Street Eats!
Bloomberry Farm
Meadowlark Acres
Mochi's Munchies Watford City
Twin Valley Designs
Keeping Grace Creations
Zest Apothecary & Decor
Everbloom
1891 Farmstand