The North Dakota Soybean Growers Association (NDSGA) held officer elections during a recent Board of Directors meeting. Josh Gackle of Kulm was elected secretary. NDSGA officers re-elected included President Justin Sherlock of Dazey, Vice President Chris McDonald of Leonard and Treasurer Stephanie Cook of Davenport.

Absentee ballots are now available for Minot’s special mayoral election, set to take place Tuesday, Aug. 5. Residents may vote absentee by visiting the Ward County Auditor’s Office, located on the second floor of the Ward County Administration Building.