July 14, 2014
The Star Page 3
States ec()nomy
_.-:,ntinues to grow
Tax Commissioner Ryan sector has experienced explosive
Rauschenberger announced last growth in recent quarters. This de-
week that North Dakota's economy crease reflects a continuation of the
grew at a healthy pace during the maturing of the Bakken Play, includ-
first quarter of 2014, which encom- ing the use of more efficient, less
passes January, February, and March. costly drilling methods. We are
According to the economic report, pleased to see moderating of the hec-
, North Dakota's first quarter 2014 tic pace of growth, to a level that is
total taxable sales and purchases both more sustainable and more pre-
were $5.688 billion, up $239 million dictable." said Rauschenberger.
from the first quarter 2013. for a "Similarly, the construction sector is
... moderate increase of 4.4 percent, showing moderation as well."
"This is a very good report, high- Of the 50 largest cities, the
lighting the fact that North Dakota's biggest percentage increases for the
economy continues to expand on top first quarter of 2014 were Kenmare,
of the rapid pace of growth in the up 93 percent: Cando. up 46 percent:
past several years," said Rauschen- Watford City, up 32 percent; and
berger. "It is very good news, espe- Dickinson and Lincoln, both up 24
cially since these sales took place in percent.
the middle of a difficult winter in The biggest percentage first quar-
North Dakota." ter decreases for the 50 largest cities
The wholesale trade sector were Northwood. down 31 percent;
showed the most growth in taxable Grafton, down 29 percent; Lisbon.
sales and purchases, with the total down 28 percent: Ellendale, down 20
rising $176 million compared to the percent: and Garrison. down 18 per-
yi first quarter 2013. The retail trade cent.
Sta ng cool sector, the sector most often looked The complete North Dakota Sales
The Rolla Swimming Pool has become the hot spot in town lately as more summer-like temperatures have shined down on the to as a measure of consumer confi- and Use Tax Statistical Report for
area. (Photo by John Rosinski) deuce, grew the second most in dol- First Quarter 2014 is available on the
lars, increasing by $40 million, Tax Department's web site at:
nearly a 3 percent expansion. The www.nd.gov/tax.
accommodation and food services
After big bills for repairs school building bus barn S;eCtc°ergr;tboYo25lli°n':/6":
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Of The Star providing the computer lab with an and housing in the state. In all, more
A year after paying almost update, than half- eight out of fifteen - in-
$40,000 in bus repairs, the Rolls The fourth grade is also getting a dustry sectors posted increases in the Following are the closing
School Board is moving forward complete overhaul. Baumgarn said first quarter, market prices according to
with plans for a bus garage, new desks, including some that allow Of the sectors reporting declines, Rolls Coop Grain on 7-10-14.
According to Superintendent students to stand during class, will be mining and oil extraction, down $29 Spring Wheat .......... $5.92
Kevin Baumgarn, plans for a 48-by- installed, million, was the sector with the most Durum ............... $8.10
100 square foot bus barn have been "We are excited for the fourth significant drop in taxable sales and Feed Barley ........... $2.50
put into place, and the structure is ex- grade and to try some of the new purchases. The utilities sector de- Oats ................. $3.00
pected to be completed before the things that will be in there," Baum- creased by $16 million, or 27 per- Corn ................. $2.10
upcoming winter. - " garn said. cent. The construction sex:tor fell Winter Wheat .......... $4.98
Once finished, the garage will Classes in Rolla will begin Tues- $11 million, a decrease of 7 percent.
contain six stalls and have room for indication, the project could pay for The structure is expected to be day, August 26. "The mining and oil extraction Canola .............. $18.30
the entire fleet of busses the school itself in a few years. Baumgarn noted built southeast of the school's new
runs. Rolla currently has three full- the school paid $39,500 in various gym. The school currently has two
size units and five mini-busses, bus repairs, bids for the project, and is expected
Roy's TV & Furniture
"We
Baumgarn indicated the building need to get these busses out to accept a bid this month.
won't have a cement floor, but will of the elements," Baumgarn said. Baumgarn added the school is
have electricity, allowing drivers to "Right now our busses are in two lo- paying for the endeavor from multi-.'.
at least plug in their busses during cations so it will be good to have pie sources, including funds from the Applia
the winter months, them all in one spot. Plus, it will be a school's general and building funds, rices!
-The cost of the project is esti- benefit not having.to let themwarm The new bus garag.e isn't the only Furniture!
up for a half hour ever morninz in improvelnen's being made t9' ' tli ", - .... : ......
mated.to,be around $90/300. ]?,aug ..... . ....... • , , , r' "
Bedding! -'
marn said that if last year was any t}e winter months." school. Baumg,a m sa)d as any s.20' .i .,
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Edward and Erica Vivier of Bel-
court announce the birth of a son,
Ezra James, born on June 23, 2014,
at Quentin Burdick Memorial Health
Care Facility in Belcourt. Ezra
weighed 8 pounds, 5.5 ounces. He
joins Seth, 14, and Sierra, 12.
His grandparents are Maxine Savings just
Vivier, Rod Thomas and Eddie and
Jackie Giron. Great-grandmother is
CoraVivier. rolled into town!
Journee Joel Prices reduced on
Chayce everything in stock!
New Selection of Furniture!
Lacey Houle of Dunseith an-
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the birth of a daughter, Shayla Rose, a 00ou, .o00e.
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1-1/2 story two bedroom home on
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Listing Price: $235,000
Price Reduced: $199,900
32'x56' Steel Shop
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28'x32' Garage
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wood floors everywhere except in bath-
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forced air furnace, electric water heater,
refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer, and
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