Hazen Star News

County leaders stress energy reliability
In person or online, a small army of state officials listened in as Mercer County leaders discussed their needs, hopes and concerns for the future.
Hazen Library named to ‘Excelling’ level
Hazen’s Public Library was one of only four libraries in the state to be named as an Excelling Library at the end of last year.

Businesses rally for local heroes
One spark of inspiration and the generosity of several areas leaders has brought a new opportunity for a group of Hazen volunteers.
Area residents age 65 and over encouraged to seek vaccination
Coal Country Community Health Center and Custer District Health are encouraging anyone aged 65 and over to get in contact with them and arrange for receiving their COVID-19 vaccination.

Jazz concert moves forward
Although restrictions will limit what is normally one of Hazen’s biggest school events, the high school and middle school jazz students will still get the opportunity to perform
Non-farm residence permit raises questions of lake access
Normally, conditional use permits for non-farm residences are about the most simple and straightforward items to address.

Commissioner raises red flag about county's financial state
When Marvin Schwehr joined the Mercer County Commission a year ago, he didn’t do it to make friends. And that’s exactly what happened.
Forester has vibrant plans for a Hazen orchard
Hopes to see Hazen’s nursery blossom into a full orchard took a big step forward at the end of last week.

Shared passion draws ladies to Riverdale
Combining a large gymnasium with a beloved hobby gives one group of North Dakotans the chance to gather safely together, even with the ongoing COVID-19 situation.
Majestic views offered on self-guided hike
This coming week, people from near and far can take advantage of a special opportunity to get their exercise while seeing the majestic living symbol of the nation.