Hazen Star News
A familiar face for Hazen
As several new teachers in the Hazen School District adjust to the transition of the next phase of their lives, one of them is resettling into the community he loves.

Final county budget approved
After a long process of trying to address a potential major tax increase and the spending cuts necessary to reduce that number, the Mercer County Commission has approved its final budget for 2019.
Heroes of the air
When a local Stanton resident was in need of help, one nation-wide organization was able to offer help through free flights.
Revamping a coal alliance
Issues of coal are always front and center in the minds of Mercer County residents, as well as residents throughout western North Dakota.

Answering a sudden call
When a spring hire for a social studies teacher in Hazen fell through, the school district scrambled to get the position filled.

Bringing on autumn in style
Fresh, connected and experienced
There are a lot of changes in the Hazen School District this year.
Weekend performance kicks off annual series
With the coming of September and the start of the new school year, it’s time for people to get ready for another of the community’s big annual attractions.

From levies to fill:The possibilities for flood control
Since 2009, flood control along the Knife River has been a source of much discussion and debate, especially around Beulah, where the effects are felt most in Mercer County.