July/August 2016 - Dickey Rural Networks

Radermacher named accounting supervisor
DRN is excited to announce the promotion of Troy Radermacher from accountant to accounting
supervisor. He has worked at DRN for 14 years.
Radermacher grew up near Monango on a dairy farm, attending school at Dickey Central before
moving on to graduate from Edgeley High School. He furthered his education at Minnesota State
Community and Technical College in Moorhead, MN graduating with an associate degree in
accounting.
Network Connections
P.O. Box 69
Ellendale, ND 58436
July/August 2016
When asked what he is most excited for in his new role, Radermacher said he looks forward to
joining the great leadership team at DRN. He says their experience will help him grow as a leader,
and he also looks forward to working with them to make decisions that will be beneficial for DRN’s
Troy Radermacher
existing and future members. Radermacher also added that he thoroughly enjoys and appreciates the
staff he works with. His favorite part of his job is finding ways to streamline the process of analyzing current data and using
it to create reports that help strengthen the company.
Outside of the workplace, Radermacher enjoys spending time with his wife and their two-and-a-half-year-old daughter,
golfing, and watching sports. If given the chance to travel anywhere, Radermacher said, he and his wife would return to
Europe. They would love to revisit the cities they enjoyed together early in their marriage, as well as travel to other areas
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The Annual Meeting for Dickey Rural Telephone Cooperative (DRTC) has been scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 20
at the Ellendale Public School Gymnasium, Ellendale, ND, at 7 p.m. The election of directors will be held during
this meeting.
Summer interns join DRN team
This year the following districts will be electing board members: 7, 8 and 11. Harvey Konrad, Jud, currently
represents DRTC members from District 1. Konrad has decided not to seek re-election. Therefore, the Board
of Directors voted to re-district and are moving district 1 into District 4, the Fredonia exchange. After the 2016
Annual meeting, District 4 will comprise of the Fredonia and Jud exchange.
DRN is proud to announce the addition of three new
summer interns. Bennett Klima, Shayna Mertz, and Hali
Christenson all joined the DRN team for the summer
of 2016.
Bennet Klima is the new IT intern. Bennett grew up in
Erie, Illinois where he graduated from Erie High School
before moving on to attend college at North Dakota State
University to pursue a degree in Computer Engineering.
At NDSU, he is a brother of the fraternity Sigma Alpha
Epsilon as well as a member of the Institute of Electrical
and Electronic Engineers club. In his spare time, Bennett enjoys being at the lakes with friends and working on
stained glass projects. Bennett chose the DRN internship
because it provided him with the opportunity to obtain
skills that will be beneficial now and in his future.
also learning from Troy Radermacher, accounting
supervisor, and the accounting department team.
Hali Christenson is the new marketing intern. She was born
and raised in Oakes where she graduated from Oakes High
School in 2015. Hali is currently a sophomore at Murray
State University in Murray, Kentucky majoring in
organizational communication with a minor in marketing.
She devotes most of her time while at school to working within the Honors College as an ambassador and on
the student council. In her free time, Hali enjoys going to
the lake and watching baseball with her family. Hoping to
include event planning in her career, she looks forward to
planning community events this summer at DRN. Hali has
a passion for leadership and communication. She hopes her
experience at DRN will continue to grow that passion. n
DRN’s new management information systems intern is
Shayna Mertz. Shayna grew up in Ellendale and graduated
from Ellendale High School in 2014. She is currently a
junior at North Dakota State University pursuing a degree
in accounting with a minor in management communication.
Outside of being a full-time student, Shayna enjoys
spending time with friends and family, riding horse,
traveling, and doing crafts. Shayna chose this DRN
internship because of the positive feedback she heard, and
that she is able to gain valuable experience from a successful business in her hometown. She is eager to learn more
about the area of management information systems while
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7
9
Cooperative Annual Meeting
scheduled for October 20
District 7 is comprised of the Nelvik and Venturia exchanges and is currently represented by Ralph Neu, Ashley.
Neu is seeking re-election. Forbes and Merricourt exchanges are District 8. Duane Heinrich, Forbes, has decided
not to seek re-election. District 11 is comprised of Oakes, Forman, Gwinner and Lisbon exchanges. Rod Buck
from Oakes currently represents District 11 on the Board of Directors and is seeking re-election.
Members who are interested in seeking a position on the Board of Directors should contact Janell Hauck,
DRN customer care manager at 344-5000.
DRN’s SmartHub
Enhanced Online Account Management
SmartHub is a convenient two-way communication program that allows
customers to access their DRN account information through personal
computers and mobile devices, including iPhone, iPad and Android
smart phones and tablets. SmartHub is intuitive and easy-to-navigate,
and provides so much more than just bill payment.
With SmartHub, customers can:
• pay bill with secure online payments
• view monthly usage and history
• manage account information and track
payment history
• report a service trouble or outage
• contact our office
To download the FREE SmartHub
app for your mobile device or
tablet, click on the App Store
icon on your iPhone/iPad or the
Google Play icon on your Android phone/
tablet, and search for “SmartHub”.
A convenient way to pay your bill and manage your account.
Visit drn.smarthub.coop to get started.
Summer interns starting left is Shayna Mertz, Bennett Klima
and Hali Christenson.
Your Technology
Solutions Provider
9628 Hwy 281 • PO Box 69 • Ellendale, ND 58436 • 344-5000 • www.drtel.com
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
ELECTION PROCESS SUMMARY
Nominations: It is the duty of the Board to appoint a committee on nominations consisting of one committee
members from each District. The committee shall prepare and post at the principal office of the Cooperative
at least 30 days before the meeting a list of nominations for directors to be elected. This is nomination by
committee.
Nomination by petitions can be submitted by a member who has acquired at least 15 signatures of members.
The petitioners must be members in the director district for which the nomination is made. Nominations by
petition must be submitted to the CEO/General Manager at least twenty days prior to the meeting.
The DRTC bylaws does not allow for nominations from the floor or write-in voting at the annual meeting.
Save
the Date!
DRN’S Annual Meeting
Thursday, October 20
Ellendale Public School
5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Registration/Meal
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in this issue:
2 Business Spotlight—
Maro & Associates
6 Help a ND Veteran
8 Customer Picnics
Maro & A
s
DRN donates $3,000 to Oakes Fire District
sociates
Cooperation with clear purpose, determination
and strong faith builds a successful team
Working together with purpose and passion, husband
and wife team Scott and Shawn Maro, created Maro &
Associates in 2001. The Gwinner-based business employs
staff throughout the Midwest, and offers diverse
consulting services to companies around the globe.
DRN SERVICE AREA
Originally from Milwaukee, Scott worked as a computer
Scott Maro, left, and Shawn Maro, right, stand beside the military
drinkable water tanks their business produces locally.
software consultant helping companies learn to use their
software to its full potential. In 1991, he began consulting
for IR Bobcat in Gwinner. With much of his time working in North Dakota, Scott’s wife Shawn and four growing children
remaining in St. Paul, Minn., the couple prayed for an opportunity to have more family time. In 1997, seeing the benefits
for their family and the opportunity to help rural North Dakota businesses grow, the couple along with their children,
moved to Gwinner.
Once again, opportunities changed direction. In 1997 and Scott opened yet another Twin Cities based software and
consulting business in St. Paul. Away from his family, Shawn approached Scott with a plan to bring his expertise back to North
Dakota where together, the couple worked to create Maro & Associates, Inc. With Scott’s
entrepreneurial spirit to meet these new challenges head on, he relied on his wife’s strengths
For Scott and Shawn,
to manage daily operations of the business. As the business grew, the family also began to
the opportunity to
enjoy the fruits of their labor, spending more time together and growing closer each day.
provide potable water
Their most recent business expansion includes supplying large potable water tanks for
tanks for the men and
the U.S. military. With hard work and determination, they became certified to manufacture
women in the armed
items to the strictest specifications for the Department of Defense. In January 2015, the
forces, is a job they hold
first double-wall, insulated, stainless steel water tanks were inspected and approved by
near to their hearts. All
government officials. Approximately 20 tanks are completed each month.
four of their children
Scott reflects on this business opportunity as a great example of collaboration and
have entered a life of
networking with existing local businesses. Scott and Shawn credit their faith in God for
service, with three
their success. With their faith, focused purpose, and courage to face the unknown, Scott
currently serving in the
and Shawn Maro are a remarkable example of teamwork at its finest and a commitment
military, following in the
to keep business thriving within the rural communities.
footsteps of Scott and
Scott works as the company CEO, leading the business, creating new opportunities and
Shawn’s fathers; who
executing those plans. Shawn states, “Scott is the driving force in the company. He places an
also served in the
emphasis on networking, communication and never being afraid to put dreams into reality.”
armed forces.
Summer Fun!
Looking for some good, old-fashioned, small town summer fun? Fun awaits for adults
and children alike all summer long! Check out these special events and fairs taking
place throughout DRN service territory:
Dickey County Fair—July 8–10
LaMoure’s Red Hot Fire Days—July 15–16
Gwinner Fun Day—July 15–16
Ashley 288
Jeremy Arlien........................ 288-2387
Tony & Audrey Bork............ 288-3659
Travis & Reanna Geiszler... 288-3983
Tesa Gierszewski.................. 288-3201
Chris Jenner........................... 288-3768
Ali Lehr.................................... 288-3459
Gerald R Rau.......................... 288-3855
Raymond Sorge................... 288-3152
Edgeley 493
Nathan Baumgartner......... 493-2402
Angela Pullen........................ 493-2563
Left to right: Zach Marthaller, volunteer firefighter;
Michelle Kunrath, DRN; Jerry Hollingsworth, Fire Chief;
Jason Olson, volunteer firefighter.
Maro & Associates determines business needs through
analysis using a world-class approach to product
development. From industrial products, retail, and medical
devices, Maro & Associates takes concepts from the initial
idea through design and manufacturing to the finished
product. Their latest effort now includes production of
400 gallon potable (drinking) water tanks to be used by
the U.S. military.
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DRN recognizes the importance of being
involved in and focused on the betterment of
its communities. In an effort to continue this
commitment, DRN recently donated $3,000
to the Oakes Fire District. The donation will go
towards adding a mobile cascade unit to the
District’s current rescue trailer. The cascade
system is used for filling the firefighters
breathing apparatus self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) tanks used when entering
a fire. n
New directory listings
Sargent County Fair—July 21–24
Kulm’s Windfest Day—August 19–20
Ransom County Fair—August 25–28
30th Annual G.O.L.F. Tournament
sponsored by ReadiTech
DRN’s ReadiTech crew has teamed up with area golf courses to bring you the 30th Annual G.O.L.F. Classic. This year’s
tournament is July 9 and 10 at four area courses: the Grand Rapids Memorial Park Country Club, the Oakes Golf Club,
the Lisbon Bissell Golf Course, and the Forman Golf Course.
G.O.L.F. is open to all golfers 16 years of age or older. Golfers are encouraged to put together teams of four, but teams
of two and three will also be accepted. The first 72 foursomes or 288 golfers will be accepted into the tournament.
Morning tee times are scheduled for 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. while afternoon tee times are scheduled for 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.,
respectively. Golfers will be able to enjoy 9-holes of golf at four of our territory’s finest golf courses.
An overall champion will be awarded as well as prizes being paid out to each flight. There will also be a hole-in-one contest.
The entry fee is $80 per golfer which includes not only the four rounds of golf, but a steak dinner on Saturday night. To
find any additional information and register online, go to www.drnreaditechgolf.com. n
Ellendale 349
Brittney Bain.......................... 349-3078
Teresa Blondo....................... 349-3216
Samantha Case..................... 349-2943
Twyla Kuntz........................... 349-3517
Kory Mitchell......................... 349-3453
Alexis Olson........................... 349-3599
Krista Porter........................... 349-3639
Eric Scherbenske................. 349-2875
Zack Stemen.......................... 349-3197
Cassandra Taylor.................. 349-3564
Dean Torgerson.................... 349-2697
Forbes 357
Steve & Nanette Cornell.... 357-8401
Forman 724
Joel Anderson....................... 724-6314
Timothy Anvik....................... 724-4108
Marvel Betting...................... 724-3076
Nicole Ennis........................... 724-3678
Colton Fleck........................... 724-6296
Jason Gillespie...................... 724-4156
Max Reagen........................... 724-3904
Evan Twa................................. 724-3695
Fort Ransom 973
Brad Dahl................................ 973-4365
Denise Stroh.......................... 973-5639
Susan M Swanson............... 973-4611
Fredonia 698
Diane Hehr............................. 698-2357
Heather Palmer.................... 698-2298
Fullerton 375
Custom Timpani................... 375-6379
Kelsey Haugen...................... 375-6302
Guelph 783
Lucas Patzlaff........................ 783-4394
Gwinner 678
R Counts.................................. 678-2520
Gage Hansen......................... 678-2107
Luke Johnson........................ 678-2291
Samuel Jonason................... 678-2529
Chris Mathias........................ 678-3820
Cheryl Puhr............................ 678-2723
Lucas Spaude........................ 678-2077
Akshay Singh......................... 678-2706
Jud 685
John Elhard............................ 685-2669
Kulm 647
Josh Janssen.......................... 647-2461
Stanley Radeski.................... 647-2467
Michelle Steinwand............ 647-2681
LaMoure 883
Taylor Huether...................... 883-5632
Clayton Long......................... 883-5891
Lim Windham........................ 883-5638
Lisbon 683
David Allen............................ 683-9860
Josh Althoff............................ 683-5854
Bride’s Dress For Less.......... 683-5765
Rose Griggs............................ 683-3097
Vincent Lucas........................ 683-9810
Barb A Sheets Olson........... 683-4078
Lou Ann Pergotski............... 683-9863
Paul Schmitz.......................... 683-6915
Mark Vetter............................ 683-4011
Brittany White....................... 683-5235
Litchville 762
Jenny Carl............................... 762-4546
City View Fuel........................ 762-3835
Marion 669
Misty Shaw............................. 669-2540
Milnor 427
Dennis Illies........................... 427-5018
Kyle Kjorsvik.......................... 427-5039
Matthew Lesmeister........... 427-5063
Dylan Krueger....................... 427-5644
Bre Lovett............................... 427-5654
Oakes 742
Bear Creek Sales................... 742-2823
Ralph Brown.......................... 742-3469
Oakes 742 (cont.)
Ashley Daggett..................... 742-3714
Ronee Garland...................... 742-3356
Melinda Harris...................... 742-2067
Eino Hill................................... 742-2347
Jake McClean........................ 742-3321
Marc Roney............................ 742-2677
Peter Stark.............................. 742-2652
Nick Steffl............................... 742-3768
Jonathan Varney.................. 742-3763
Tanner Zetocha.................... 742-3698
Verona 432
James Valley Grain LLC...... 432-5962
Jeff Werder............................. 432-5618
Join us for a
customer
appreciation
picnic near you!
DRN is hosting a series of
customer appreciation picnics
August 2-4. To show their
appreciation for all of their
customers, DRN employees
will be serving complimentary
quarter pound hamburgers and
brats from 5 to 7 p.m. All DRN
customers are invited to an
evening of food and fellowship.
Tuesday, August 2
Forman—City Park
Wednesday, August 3
Kulm—City Park
Thursday, August 4
Fullerton—City Park
Maro & Associates story continued on next page.
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DRN employees raise funds for ND veteran
Service dogs help veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder restore their physical and emotional independence.
Employees at DRN, along with the Board of Directors, set a $20,000 goal for Service
Dogs for America (SD), based out of Jud, ND. The money raised will purchase a service
dog for a North Dakota Veteran. As of June 15, 2016 DRN has raised $3,223 of the
$20,000 goal.
U.S. soldiers who return home from combat, can suffer lasting mental effects called
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from being in hostile situations. SDA trains service
dogs to help veterans living with PTSD to recognize and interrupt behaviors of the disorder.
The service dogs help those with PTSD restore their physical and emotional independence. n
An estimated 23
U.S. Veterans commit
suicide every day.
Studies show suicide risk
is higher in people
with Post-Traumatic
Stress Disorder.
Help Us Help A Veteran!
DRN customers can help a ND Veteran who sacrificed to protect our great nation by
making a donation to the cause. Donations may be dropped off at a DRN customer
service location in Ellendale, Oakes or Lisbon. During summer events, those who
make a $20 donation or more will receive a free t-shirt from DRN.
Left photo: DRN customer and veteran John Wheelihan
presents his $100 donation to help a fellow veteran.
DRN’s Sonja Bommersbach. Right photo: Service Dog
for America Quincy visits the DRN office in Ellendale.
Thank you to these individuals and businesses for your donation to help a soldier regain freedom
through Service Dogs for America.
Shane & Mary Lou Sundby
Leslie & Ethel Day
Allen & Kathy Day
Harris Machine Co.
Wayne & Marilyn Wiek
Doug & Patti Martin
Richard & Jill Johnson
Jud Lions Club
John Wheelihan
Ellendale American Legion
Lorri Kingzett
Barb Hardy
Troy Radermacher
Sonja Bommersbach
Nolan Baldwin
Scott Young
Kari Nishek
Josh Peldo
Russ Zinter
Tim Steinwand
Keith & Janell Hauck
Andy Meyer
Pepi
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Richard Reis
Patrick Young
Brent Grueneich
Charles Kingzett
Michele Peterson
Brenda Sand
JoDel Henningsen
Khristal Stoppleworth
Tyson Johnson
Crystal Bratlie
Nicole McIntosh
Jason Rall
Bob Johnson
Bob & Robbie Johnson
Pamela Henningsen
Aaron Tschosik
Nate Sand
Tyler Reisenauer
Angie Kocher
Marcie Brokaw
Michele Utecht
Linda Ketterling
Don Frye
Brad Nishek
Jeff Ulmer
Jerrod Lematta
Robert Schutt
Margaret Davis
Jeff Glynn
Mitch Merkel
Choice Financial
Tony Hanson
Sarah Viola
Taylar Hack
Allyssa Moch
Michele Thorpe
Margie Janke
Valerie Martin
Candy Middlestead
Abrah Dufault
Monica Romsdal
Brad Knutson
James Monroe
Adam Monroe
Spencer Monette
Lorraine Betting
Troy Goehring
Dick & Twyla Young
Brunno Kinzler
Dave Witt
Don Reed
Francis Schaffer
Ralph & Deb Neu
Fallon & Gina Kelly
Myron & Lori Yagow
Arden & Stephanie Falk
Warren & Lana Schlecht
Tom Roeszler
Mark Wick
Bob Huether
Doug Ackerman
Jeannie Hansen
G. Thompson
Michelle Kunrath
Sue Urlacher
Roger Heim
Many people
Lucy/Nellie/Lola
made SDA donati
John Wheelihan
at DRN’s technoloons
gy
Robert Meidinger
trailer in June.
David Hagel
Although we
Wanda Delzer
don’t know all
Dick Reiten
your names, you
Leo Haas
are appreciated!
Jen Neptune
Cassie McBenge
Maro & Associates
continued from page two.
While Scott leads the team, he humbly admits his wife is integral to their team’s achievements.
Shawn oversees ongoing business operations and is responsible for managing the financial
planning and record keeping. Scott endearingly compliments his wife’s skills. “She juggles
the demands of keeping books and stays on top of the piles of paperwork generated by the
business, while being a mother of four, grandmother of two, and maintaining the duties of
a homemaker.”
Talking with the couple, it’s easy to see the complimentary partnership they have relying on
each other’s strengths. It’s this understanding and teamwork that makes Maro & Associates
unstoppable. Scott looks to add new ideas and fresh challenges. He states, “We reinvent all the
time. Thanks to new strides in technology and the quality and speed of Internet provided by
DRN, Maro & Associates connects to companies across the country. It is so convenient that
we can stay right here in Gwinner and everything can be done virtually from the finger tip.”
Scott offers these
words of advice to
aspiring entrepeneurs
in the world,
“Never stop
dreaming, always
pursue your dreams.”
A very successful entrepreneur, Scott
offers these words of advice to other aspiring
entrepreneurs in the world, “Never stop
dreaming–always pursue your dreams.” As
Babe Ruth, Major League Baseball Hall of
Famer stated, “It’s hard to beat a person who
never gives up!” The Maros tend to agree, and
add that all things are possible with God for
His Glory–in faith, hope and charity. n
Submit your photos for
DRN’s 2017 Calendar
Has it ever been
your dream to have
a personal photo
published? Now is
your chance! We
are in need of your
photography skills
to fill our annual
calendar’s pages.
DRN is looking for photos
that highlight the grandeur
that is rural North Dakota
through photos showcasing
all four of our seasons, life on the farm, holiday
fun, and breathtaking landscape.
Please limit the number of entries to ten per
person, and be sure to include your name and
address with your photo. Should your photo(s)
be selected, we will credit the calendar with
your name as well as put a $25 credit on your
DRN account. We are eager to see North Dakota
through your camera lens!
Deadline for calendar photos: August 1, 2016.
E-Mail high resolution photos to:HChristenson@
drtel.com; Subject: Calendar Photos. n
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Outstanding Capital Credits
The following customer accounts have outstanding capital credits. If your name or business is listed
or you have information regarding a name below please call DRN 877-559-4692 or 701-344-5000.
Ron Aberle
Adventure Time Daycare
All That Pizzazz
Mat Alo
Irvin Andersen
Dayna Anderson
Ladonna Anderson
Darrin Anderson
Gustavo Anguiano
Lynn Arndt
Jesse Arth
Dana Baasch
Dennis Babcock
Dorene W Babcock
Brock Backer
Jason Bauer
Katherine Baumann
James Beal
Bear Creek Flying Service
Dwight Bedard
Tony J Bender
Darren Benneweis
Mark A Berg
Vicki Berreth
Craig Bierman
Barry Bighorn
Rick Bitz
Clifton Bjur
Virgil Bjur
Phyllis Blazon
Jessica Bluhm
Kenneth Bockwoldt
Matt Bogart
Glenda Bonilla
Lyle Bopp
Tammy Borland
Brenda Boschee
Kathy Bourne
Bill Bowen
Sharron Brady
Dan Brandenburger
Travis Brandvold
Lilly Brant
Bremer Bank
Bremer Insurance Inc
Michael Broadwell
Richard Bruns
Angela Buechler
Nicole Buringrud
Lori Burley
Brandon K Carlson
Richard Chamberlain
CHI Health Connect At Home
Helen Childers
David Clason
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Lonnie Cofell
Shelby Cofell
William L Coit
David Cole
Kyle Coleman
Adolfo Castaneda Cortes
Kevin Cox
Bradford Crabtree
Joseph Cunningham
Mike Dahlen
Dale's Hardware
Rebecca Dalstein
Rhonda Danreuther
Lisa Dawson
Joshua Dawson
Clifford Delco
Laurence Devitt
Dale Dick
Dickey Lamoure WIC Program
Dome Pipeline Corporation
Duckota Lodge
Bobbi Dunlavy
Edgeley Community Childcare
Gig Eichstadt
Ronald Elijah
Ellendale Coop Nursery School
Todd A Ellingson
Elm Lake Resort
Reuben Elshaug
Don Entzi
Leland Erickson
Janel Erickson
Chris Erlandson
Brandan Ertelt
Farm Shop Arndt's
Farmers Inn Cafe
Courtney Farms
Judith Fell
MikeFeltis
Raulin Ferch
Dan Ferguson
Arlan Fiechtner
Christina Filbert
Colin Finley
John N Finstad
Rebecca Fiss
Curtis Flach
Lucille Flach
Forest Marketplace Llc
Fort Café
Leroy E Foss
Cheri Froelich
Duffy Froemke
James Fust
Sarah Gackle
Mark Gainor
Justin Galbreath
Esther Garman
Orah Garst
Elma Gayman
Kurtis Gayman
Kathy Geiss
Chad Gibbon
Steve Gibbs
Darren Gissel
Kyle Glynn
Douglas Gohman
Ali Graber
Daren Graber
Dennis Graber
Earl Grady
Henry Grayhawk
Grant Greenlund
Brad Griggs
Tina Grochow
Mike Gross
Linda Grothe
Kaila Gruba
Bill Gulleson
Woody Gulsvig
Ronda Gwartney
JeanHaakenson
Wyman H Haas
Darwin Hagenson
Berneita Hall
Justin Hamann
Leigh Hammond
Siriamphone Hansana
Hansen Lumber & Hardware
Becky Hanson
Floyd Hanson
Heather Hardy
Robin Harms
Arne G Haro Estate
Patsy Hart
Patricia Hartman
Amy Haugen
Brenda Haugen
Kenneth Haugen Jr
Rick Haussler
JohnHeacox
Matthew Hebl
Darrell Helm
Susan Gail Henderson
Jacob Herman
Clinton Hieggelke
Justin Hill
E Lee Himmerich
Ida Hoffman
Bill Hoflen
Audrey Hollingsworth
Matthew Horgeshimer
AndyHuseby
Hwy 13 One-Stop Shop, Inc.
GregIverson
Troy Jacobson
Jessica Jacobson
Kristen Jahner
Eric Jeide
Lester Johnson
Diana Johnson
Karen Johnson
Michael Johnson
Carmine Johnson
James Johnston
Tim Jordan
Jesse Juelfs
Miranda Justesen
Russell E Kabrud
Michael Kaczmarski
Marek Kaluza
Charles Kartes Jr
Kenny Kelsen
Cody Kinzler
Dale Kjos
Gearald Klein
Marvin Klettke
Oscar Klipfel
Abram Kon
Steve Konkler
Terri Kotz
D Kretschmar
Maitland Kristen
Jason Kunze
Daniel Kurtz
Blake Kuska
Emanuel Lackman
Lambert Family
Micaiah Lausche
Gayle Leach
Nicholas Lee
Dwayne Lee
Clifford Lehmann
Joel Lehmann
Emily Lelm
Richard Lelm
Donna Leppert
SamLeppert
Kasey Lien
Caroline Lindgren
Lisbon Area Health Services
Justin Long
Jeffrey Long
Ludden Tavern
Doniven Lynnes
Jessica Mabus
Alysia Macarthur
Hannah Madsen
Jeffrey Mailloux
Maria Maria
Kim Mark
Shanna Marlow
Marlys Dick
Jeffrey Martin
Amy Martinko
Myron P Masset
R Jay Mathern
Outstanding Capital Credits
Nancy Mathews
Bruce Maxwell
Scott Mcdaniel
Scott Mcdermott
Todd Mcdowell
Mcintosh Contracting Co
Jason Mckenney
David Mclaughlin
Steve Mcmiller
Chad Mcneely
Christina Meek
Julius Meier
Jason Melcher
Norma Meyer
Mason Mikulecky
Keith Miller
Bob Miller
Milnor Insurance Inc
Mrs Rose Mitzel
Nicole Mlnarik
Loraine Moen
Jerry Moen
Moen Crop Ins Agency Inc
Doug Morgan
Justin M Moser
Allen Mueller
Nctamslant Det Lamoure
Caleb Nelson
Jason Nelson
Nick A Nelson
Donn Nelson
Ben Nelson
Shirley Nicolai
Lorraine Nishek
Allen Nitschke
Blane Nitschke
Nicki Noonan
Northern Fire Solutions
Ed Norvell
Jordan Nowell
Oakes Community Hospital
Nathan O'Brien
Marcella Ogren
Michael O'Leary
Katie Olerud
Steve Olson
Belinda Olson
Lemoyne Olson
SethOlson
Harold A Olson
Jason Opitz
Emmy Opskar
Joan Otto
MikePaczkowski
Travis Paeper
Chad Pederson
Drew Pekarski
Jonell Peterson
Blake Peterson
Tom Pfeifer
Dennis Pherson Jr
Richard Pherson
Bill Popp
Denice Porter
Prairie Winds Hospitality,Inc
Allan Presler
Carmon Privatt
James Pryer
Evelyn Putnam
Michael Pyle
Quack Shack LLC
William Randall
Kim Rasmussen
Todd A Rasmusson
Redeemer Lutheran Church
Kevin Regan
Joe Reinke
Nathaniel Reinke
Ryan Reinke
Ricki Rekow
Thomas Remmick
Wilma Reuther
The Rib Rack Café
Alan Richardson
John Rickerson
Dale Rienstra
Levi Robertsdahl
Brandon Roemmich
James Rogers
Joel E Rogers
RoryRoloff
Rome Research Corp
Josie Rotenberger
Robert Rott
RRH Properties
MicheleSagvold
Tim Salberg
Kyle Sanchez
Edna Santizo
Max Sartell
Steve Sauter
Adam Sautner
Stacy Schimming
Matt Schlepp
Douglas Schmit
Darvin Schneider
Jerry Schneider
Linda Schonert
Merle Schrank
Tyler Schultz
Sheila Schweitzer
Shane Seaver
Brianna Seelye
Kelly Seibel
James M Senger
Aaron Seykora
Barb A Sheets Olson
Loretta Shuff
Richard Sitte
Rolland Sjostrom
Robin Skoog
SMA Elevator Construction
Kris Smith
Kevin Smith
Rebecca L Sorby
Angelo Sosa
Dave D Sours
Noel J Spear
St Francis Medical Center
Dylan Stearns
Nathan Steffes
Leigh Stephan
Timothy Stickel
Beth Van Stiphout
Terry K Stroh
Arthur Strutz
Styling Systems
Ernest Surerus
Allen Swiontek
Tyler Syversen
Gloria Tate
Lynette Terjesen
Jason Thielges
BraedonThompson
Steve Thompson
GaryTiegs
BrianTjernlund
Bruce Toay
Justin Torres
TransCanada Keystone Pipelines
Trinity Lutheran Church
Triple H Inc
Rebecca Undem
Johan Van Aarde
Johanna Vasquez
Larry Vasvick
Vincent Vedelago
Dale Veland
Brianna Voeller
Orla Wagner
James Waite
Linda Walden
Dennis Wallner
Greg Walton
Neil Walton
Verne C Watts
Weldtech, LLC
Adam Welton
Brenda Werlein
Denisa White
Ken Wiederholt
Jeff Wiek
Dian Wilde
Amanda Williams
Jason Winter
David Wipf
Susan Wirth
Ardyce Wisnewski
Scott Witkowski
Witt Construction
ChadWoinarowicz
Galen Wolf
Brandon Yagow
GregZimbelman
Adam Zimbleman
Edwin Zundel
Justina Zundel
Loren Zundel
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DRN employees raise funds for ND veteran
Service dogs help veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder restore their physical and emotional independence.
Employees at DRN, along with the Board of Directors, set a $20,000 goal for Service
Dogs for America (SD), based out of Jud, ND. The money raised will purchase a service
dog for a North Dakota Veteran. As of June 15, 2016 DRN has raised $3,223 of the
$20,000 goal.
U.S. soldiers who return home from combat, can suffer lasting mental effects called
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from being in hostile situations. SDA trains service
dogs to help veterans living with PTSD to recognize and interrupt behaviors of the disorder.
The service dogs help those with PTSD restore their physical and emotional independence. n
An estimated 23
U.S. Veterans commit
suicide every day.
Studies show suicide risk
is higher in people
with Post-Traumatic
Stress Disorder.
Help Us Help A Veteran!
DRN customers can help a ND Veteran who sacrificed to protect our great nation by
making a donation to the cause. Donations may be dropped off at a DRN customer
service location in Ellendale, Oakes or Lisbon. During summer events, those who
make a $20 donation or more will receive a free t-shirt from DRN.
Left photo: DRN customer and veteran John Wheelihan
presents his $100 donation to help a fellow veteran.
DRN’s Sonja Bommersbach. Right photo: Service Dog
for America Quincy visits the DRN office in Ellendale.
Thank you to these individuals and businesses for your donation to help a soldier regain freedom
through Service Dogs for America.
Shane & Mary Lou Sundby
Leslie & Ethel Day
Allen & Kathy Day
Harris Machine Co.
Wayne & Marilyn Wiek
Doug & Patti Martin
Richard & Jill Johnson
Jud Lions Club
John Wheelihan
Ellendale American Legion
Lorri Kingzett
Barb Hardy
Troy Radermacher
Sonja Bommersbach
Nolan Baldwin
Scott Young
Kari Nishek
Josh Peldo
Russ Zinter
Tim Steinwand
Keith & Janell Hauck
Andy Meyer
Pepi
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Richard Reis
Patrick Young
Brent Grueneich
Charles Kingzett
Michele Peterson
Brenda Sand
JoDel Henningsen
Khristal Stoppleworth
Tyson Johnson
Crystal Bratlie
Nicole McIntosh
Jason Rall
Bob Johnson
Bob & Robbie Johnson
Pamela Henningsen
Aaron Tschosik
Nate Sand
Tyler Reisenauer
Angie Kocher
Marcie Brokaw
Michele Utecht
Linda Ketterling
Don Frye
Brad Nishek
Jeff Ulmer
Jerrod Lematta
Robert Schutt
Margaret Davis
Jeff Glynn
Mitch Merkel
Choice Financial
Tony Hanson
Sarah Viola
Taylar Hack
Allyssa Moch
Michele Thorpe
Margie Janke
Valerie Martin
Candy Middlestead
Abrah Dufault
Monica Romsdal
Brad Knutson
James Monroe
Adam Monroe
Spencer Monette
Lorraine Betting
Troy Goehring
Dick & Twyla Young
Brunno Kinzler
Dave Witt
Don Reed
Francis Schaffer
Ralph & Deb Neu
Fallon & Gina Kelly
Myron & Lori Yagow
Arden & Stephanie Falk
Warren & Lana Schlecht
Tom Roeszler
Mark Wick
Bob Huether
Doug Ackerman
Jeannie Hansen
G. Thompson
Michelle Kunrath
Sue Urlacher
Roger Heim
Many people
Lucy/Nellie/Lola
made SDA donati
John Wheelihan
at DRN’s technoloons
gy
Robert Meidinger
trailer in June.
David Hagel
Although we
Wanda Delzer
don’t know all
Dick Reiten
your names, you
Leo Haas
are appreciated!
Jen Neptune
Cassie McBenge
Maro & Associates
continued from page two.
While Scott leads the team, he humbly admits his wife is integral to their team’s achievements.
Shawn oversees ongoing business operations and is responsible for managing the financial
planning and record keeping. Scott endearingly compliments his wife’s skills. “She juggles
the demands of keeping books and stays on top of the piles of paperwork generated by the
business, while being a mother of four, grandmother of two, and maintaining the duties of
a homemaker.”
Talking with the couple, it’s easy to see the complimentary partnership they have relying on
each other’s strengths. It’s this understanding and teamwork that makes Maro & Associates
unstoppable. Scott looks to add new ideas and fresh challenges. He states, “We reinvent all the
time. Thanks to new strides in technology and the quality and speed of Internet provided by
DRN, Maro & Associates connects to companies across the country. It is so convenient that
we can stay right here in Gwinner and everything can be done virtually from the finger tip.”
Scott offers these
words of advice to
aspiring entrepeneurs
in the world,
“Never stop
dreaming, always
pursue your dreams.”
A very successful entrepreneur, Scott
offers these words of advice to other aspiring
entrepreneurs in the world, “Never stop
dreaming–always pursue your dreams.” As
Babe Ruth, Major League Baseball Hall of
Famer stated, “It’s hard to beat a person who
never gives up!” The Maros tend to agree, and
add that all things are possible with God for
His Glory–in faith, hope and charity. n
Submit your photos for
DRN’s 2017 Calendar
Has it ever been
your dream to have
a personal photo
published? Now is
your chance! We
are in need of your
photography skills
to fill our annual
calendar’s pages.
DRN is looking for photos
that highlight the grandeur
that is rural North Dakota
through photos showcasing
all four of our seasons, life on the farm, holiday
fun, and breathtaking landscape.
Please limit the number of entries to ten per
person, and be sure to include your name and
address with your photo. Should your photo(s)
be selected, we will credit the calendar with
your name as well as put a $25 credit on your
DRN account. We are eager to see North Dakota
through your camera lens!
Deadline for calendar photos: August 1, 2016.
E-Mail high resolution photos to:HChristenson@
drtel.com; Subject: Calendar Photos. n
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Maro & A
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DRN donates $3,000 to Oakes Fire District
sociates
Cooperation with clear purpose, determination
and strong faith builds a successful team
Working together with purpose and passion, husband
and wife team Scott and Shawn Maro, created Maro &
Associates in 2001. The Gwinner-based business employs
staff throughout the Midwest, and offers diverse
consulting services to companies around the globe.
DRN SERVICE AREA
Originally from Milwaukee, Scott worked as a computer
Scott Maro, left, and Shawn Maro, right, stand beside the military
drinkable water tanks their business produces locally.
software consultant helping companies learn to use their
software to its full potential. In 1991, he began consulting
for IR Bobcat in Gwinner. With much of his time working in North Dakota, Scott’s wife Shawn and four growing children
remaining in St. Paul, Minn., the couple prayed for an opportunity to have more family time. In 1997, seeing the benefits
for their family and the opportunity to help rural North Dakota businesses grow, the couple along with their children,
moved to Gwinner.
Once again, opportunities changed direction. In 1997 and Scott opened yet another Twin Cities based software and
consulting business in St. Paul. Away from his family, Shawn approached Scott with a plan to bring his expertise back to North
Dakota where together, the couple worked to create Maro & Associates, Inc. With Scott’s
entrepreneurial spirit to meet these new challenges head on, he relied on his wife’s strengths
For Scott and Shawn,
to manage daily operations of the business. As the business grew, the family also began to
the opportunity to
enjoy the fruits of their labor, spending more time together and growing closer each day.
provide potable water
Their most recent business expansion includes supplying large potable water tanks for
tanks for the men and
the U.S. military. With hard work and determination, they became certified to manufacture
women in the armed
items to the strictest specifications for the Department of Defense. In January 2015, the
forces, is a job they hold
first double-wall, insulated, stainless steel water tanks were inspected and approved by
near to their hearts. All
government officials. Approximately 20 tanks are completed each month.
four of their children
Scott reflects on this business opportunity as a great example of collaboration and
have entered a life of
networking with existing local businesses. Scott and Shawn credit their faith in God for
service, with three
their success. With their faith, focused purpose, and courage to face the unknown, Scott
currently serving in the
and Shawn Maro are a remarkable example of teamwork at its finest and a commitment
military, following in the
to keep business thriving within the rural communities.
footsteps of Scott and
Scott works as the company CEO, leading the business, creating new opportunities and
Shawn’s fathers; who
executing those plans. Shawn states, “Scott is the driving force in the company. He places an
also served in the
emphasis on networking, communication and never being afraid to put dreams into reality.”
armed forces.
Summer Fun!
Looking for some good, old-fashioned, small town summer fun? Fun awaits for adults
and children alike all summer long! Check out these special events and fairs taking
place throughout DRN service territory:
Dickey County Fair—July 8–10
LaMoure’s Red Hot Fire Days—July 15–16
Gwinner Fun Day—July 15–16
Ashley 288
Jeremy Arlien........................ 288-2387
Tony & Audrey Bork............ 288-3659
Travis & Reanna Geiszler... 288-3983
Tesa Gierszewski.................. 288-3201
Chris Jenner........................... 288-3768
Ali Lehr.................................... 288-3459
Gerald R Rau.......................... 288-3855
Raymond Sorge................... 288-3152
Edgeley 493
Nathan Baumgartner......... 493-2402
Angela Pullen........................ 493-2563
Left to right: Zach Marthaller, volunteer firefighter;
Michelle Kunrath, DRN; Jerry Hollingsworth, Fire Chief;
Jason Olson, volunteer firefighter.
Maro & Associates determines business needs through
analysis using a world-class approach to product
development. From industrial products, retail, and medical
devices, Maro & Associates takes concepts from the initial
idea through design and manufacturing to the finished
product. Their latest effort now includes production of
400 gallon potable (drinking) water tanks to be used by
the U.S. military.
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DRN recognizes the importance of being
involved in and focused on the betterment of
its communities. In an effort to continue this
commitment, DRN recently donated $3,000
to the Oakes Fire District. The donation will go
towards adding a mobile cascade unit to the
District’s current rescue trailer. The cascade
system is used for filling the firefighters
breathing apparatus self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) tanks used when entering
a fire. n
New directory listings
Sargent County Fair—July 21–24
Kulm’s Windfest Day—August 19–20
Ransom County Fair—August 25–28
30th Annual G.O.L.F. Tournament
sponsored by ReadiTech
DRN’s ReadiTech crew has teamed up with area golf courses to bring you the 30th Annual G.O.L.F. Classic. This year’s
tournament is July 9 and 10 at four area courses: the Grand Rapids Memorial Park Country Club, the Oakes Golf Club,
the Lisbon Bissell Golf Course, and the Forman Golf Course.
G.O.L.F. is open to all golfers 16 years of age or older. Golfers are encouraged to put together teams of four, but teams
of two and three will also be accepted. The first 72 foursomes or 288 golfers will be accepted into the tournament.
Morning tee times are scheduled for 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. while afternoon tee times are scheduled for 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.,
respectively. Golfers will be able to enjoy 9-holes of golf at four of our territory’s finest golf courses.
An overall champion will be awarded as well as prizes being paid out to each flight. There will also be a hole-in-one contest.
The entry fee is $80 per golfer which includes not only the four rounds of golf, but a steak dinner on Saturday night. To
find any additional information and register online, go to www.drnreaditechgolf.com. n
Ellendale 349
Brittney Bain.......................... 349-3078
Teresa Blondo....................... 349-3216
Samantha Case..................... 349-2943
Twyla Kuntz........................... 349-3517
Kory Mitchell......................... 349-3453
Alexis Olson........................... 349-3599
Krista Porter........................... 349-3639
Eric Scherbenske................. 349-2875
Zack Stemen.......................... 349-3197
Cassandra Taylor.................. 349-3564
Dean Torgerson.................... 349-2697
Forbes 357
Steve & Nanette Cornell.... 357-8401
Forman 724
Joel Anderson....................... 724-6314
Timothy Anvik....................... 724-4108
Marvel Betting...................... 724-3076
Nicole Ennis........................... 724-3678
Colton Fleck........................... 724-6296
Jason Gillespie...................... 724-4156
Max Reagen........................... 724-3904
Evan Twa................................. 724-3695
Fort Ransom 973
Brad Dahl................................ 973-4365
Denise Stroh.......................... 973-5639
Susan M Swanson............... 973-4611
Fredonia 698
Diane Hehr............................. 698-2357
Heather Palmer.................... 698-2298
Fullerton 375
Custom Timpani................... 375-6379
Kelsey Haugen...................... 375-6302
Guelph 783
Lucas Patzlaff........................ 783-4394
Gwinner 678
R Counts.................................. 678-2520
Gage Hansen......................... 678-2107
Luke Johnson........................ 678-2291
Samuel Jonason................... 678-2529
Chris Mathias........................ 678-3820
Cheryl Puhr............................ 678-2723
Lucas Spaude........................ 678-2077
Akshay Singh......................... 678-2706
Jud 685
John Elhard............................ 685-2669
Kulm 647
Josh Janssen.......................... 647-2461
Stanley Radeski.................... 647-2467
Michelle Steinwand............ 647-2681
LaMoure 883
Taylor Huether...................... 883-5632
Clayton Long......................... 883-5891
Lim Windham........................ 883-5638
Lisbon 683
David Allen............................ 683-9860
Josh Althoff............................ 683-5854
Bride’s Dress For Less.......... 683-5765
Rose Griggs............................ 683-3097
Vincent Lucas........................ 683-9810
Barb A Sheets Olson........... 683-4078
Lou Ann Pergotski............... 683-9863
Paul Schmitz.......................... 683-6915
Mark Vetter............................ 683-4011
Brittany White....................... 683-5235
Litchville 762
Jenny Carl............................... 762-4546
City View Fuel........................ 762-3835
Marion 669
Misty Shaw............................. 669-2540
Milnor 427
Dennis Illies........................... 427-5018
Kyle Kjorsvik.......................... 427-5039
Matthew Lesmeister........... 427-5063
Dylan Krueger....................... 427-5644
Bre Lovett............................... 427-5654
Oakes 742
Bear Creek Sales................... 742-2823
Ralph Brown.......................... 742-3469
Oakes 742 (cont.)
Ashley Daggett..................... 742-3714
Ronee Garland...................... 742-3356
Melinda Harris...................... 742-2067
Eino Hill................................... 742-2347
Jake McClean........................ 742-3321
Marc Roney............................ 742-2677
Peter Stark.............................. 742-2652
Nick Steffl............................... 742-3768
Jonathan Varney.................. 742-3763
Tanner Zetocha.................... 742-3698
Verona 432
James Valley Grain LLC...... 432-5962
Jeff Werder............................. 432-5618
Join us for a
customer
appreciation
picnic near you!
DRN is hosting a series of
customer appreciation picnics
August 2-4. To show their
appreciation for all of their
customers, DRN employees
will be serving complimentary
quarter pound hamburgers and
brats from 5 to 7 p.m. All DRN
customers are invited to an
evening of food and fellowship.
Tuesday, August 2
Forman—City Park
Wednesday, August 3
Kulm—City Park
Thursday, August 4
Fullerton—City Park
Maro & Associates story continued on next page.
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Radermacher named accounting supervisor
DRN is excited to announce the promotion of Troy Radermacher from accountant to accounting
supervisor. He has worked at DRN for 14 years.
Radermacher grew up near Monango on a dairy farm, attending school at Dickey Central before
moving on to graduate from Edgeley High School. He furthered his education at Minnesota State
Community and Technical College in Moorhead, MN graduating with an associate degree in
accounting.
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When asked what he is most excited for in his new role, Radermacher said he looks forward to
joining the great leadership team at DRN. He says their experience will help him grow as a leader,
and he also looks forward to working with them to make decisions that will be beneficial for DRN’s
Troy Radermacher
existing and future members. Radermacher also added that he thoroughly enjoys and appreciates the
staff he works with. His favorite part of his job is finding ways to streamline the process of analyzing current data and using
it to create reports that help strengthen the company.
Outside of the workplace, Radermacher enjoys spending time with his wife and their two-and-a-half-year-old daughter,
golfing, and watching sports. If given the chance to travel anywhere, Radermacher said, he and his wife would return to
Europe. They would love to revisit the cities they enjoyed together early in their marriage, as well as travel to other areas
for the first time. n
The Annual Meeting for Dickey Rural Telephone Cooperative (DRTC) has been scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 20
at the Ellendale Public School Gymnasium, Ellendale, ND, at 7 p.m. The election of directors will be held during
this meeting.
Summer interns join DRN team
This year the following districts will be electing board members: 7, 8 and 11. Harvey Konrad, Jud, currently
represents DRTC members from District 1. Konrad has decided not to seek re-election. Therefore, the Board
of Directors voted to re-district and are moving district 1 into District 4, the Fredonia exchange. After the 2016
Annual meeting, District 4 will comprise of the Fredonia and Jud exchange.
DRN is proud to announce the addition of three new
summer interns. Bennett Klima, Shayna Mertz, and Hali
Christenson all joined the DRN team for the summer
of 2016.
Bennet Klima is the new IT intern. Bennett grew up in
Erie, Illinois where he graduated from Erie High School
before moving on to attend college at North Dakota State
University to pursue a degree in Computer Engineering.
At NDSU, he is a brother of the fraternity Sigma Alpha
Epsilon as well as a member of the Institute of Electrical
and Electronic Engineers club. In his spare time, Bennett enjoys being at the lakes with friends and working on
stained glass projects. Bennett chose the DRN internship
because it provided him with the opportunity to obtain
skills that will be beneficial now and in his future.
also learning from Troy Radermacher, accounting
supervisor, and the accounting department team.
Hali Christenson is the new marketing intern. She was born
and raised in Oakes where she graduated from Oakes High
School in 2015. Hali is currently a sophomore at Murray
State University in Murray, Kentucky majoring in
organizational communication with a minor in marketing.
She devotes most of her time while at school to working within the Honors College as an ambassador and on
the student council. In her free time, Hali enjoys going to
the lake and watching baseball with her family. Hoping to
include event planning in her career, she looks forward to
planning community events this summer at DRN. Hali has
a passion for leadership and communication. She hopes her
experience at DRN will continue to grow that passion. n
DRN’s new management information systems intern is
Shayna Mertz. Shayna grew up in Ellendale and graduated
from Ellendale High School in 2014. She is currently a
junior at North Dakota State University pursuing a degree
in accounting with a minor in management communication.
Outside of being a full-time student, Shayna enjoys
spending time with friends and family, riding horse,
traveling, and doing crafts. Shayna chose this DRN
internship because of the positive feedback she heard, and
that she is able to gain valuable experience from a successful business in her hometown. She is eager to learn more
about the area of management information systems while
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7
9
Cooperative Annual Meeting
scheduled for October 20
District 7 is comprised of the Nelvik and Venturia exchanges and is currently represented by Ralph Neu, Ashley.
Neu is seeking re-election. Forbes and Merricourt exchanges are District 8. Duane Heinrich, Forbes, has decided
not to seek re-election. District 11 is comprised of Oakes, Forman, Gwinner and Lisbon exchanges. Rod Buck
from Oakes currently represents District 11 on the Board of Directors and is seeking re-election.
Members who are interested in seeking a position on the Board of Directors should contact Janell Hauck,
DRN customer care manager at 344-5000.
DRN’s SmartHub
Enhanced Online Account Management
SmartHub is a convenient two-way communication program that allows
customers to access their DRN account information through personal
computers and mobile devices, including iPhone, iPad and Android
smart phones and tablets. SmartHub is intuitive and easy-to-navigate,
and provides so much more than just bill payment.
With SmartHub, customers can:
• pay bill with secure online payments
• view monthly usage and history
• manage account information and track
payment history
• report a service trouble or outage
• contact our office
To download the FREE SmartHub
app for your mobile device or
tablet, click on the App Store
icon on your iPhone/iPad or the
Google Play icon on your Android phone/
tablet, and search for “SmartHub”.
A convenient way to pay your bill and manage your account.
Visit drn.smarthub.coop to get started.
Summer interns starting left is Shayna Mertz, Bennett Klima
and Hali Christenson.
Your Technology
Solutions Provider
9628 Hwy 281 • PO Box 69 • Ellendale, ND 58436 • 344-5000 • www.drtel.com
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
ELECTION PROCESS SUMMARY
Nominations: It is the duty of the Board to appoint a committee on nominations consisting of one committee
members from each District. The committee shall prepare and post at the principal office of the Cooperative
at least 30 days before the meeting a list of nominations for directors to be elected. This is nomination by
committee.
Nomination by petitions can be submitted by a member who has acquired at least 15 signatures of members.
The petitioners must be members in the director district for which the nomination is made. Nominations by
petition must be submitted to the CEO/General Manager at least twenty days prior to the meeting.
The DRTC bylaws does not allow for nominations from the floor or write-in voting at the annual meeting.
Save
the Date!
DRN’S Annual Meeting
Thursday, October 20
Ellendale Public School
5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Registration/Meal
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in this issue:
2 Business Spotlight—
Maro & Associates
6 Help a ND Veteran
8 Customer Picnics