Is there a North Dakota athlete who inspires you?
HUNTER PINKE
Hunter Pinke is a North Dakota athlete from Wishek who inspires me! He was a star University of North Dakota football player when his life changed in a moment.
He came to our school and did a presentation about how a skiing accident in Colorado changed his life. As he was skiing, he collided with another skier and hit a tree. Because of that accident, he is now paralyzed from his chest down.
His football career ended after this, but he still plays basketball in his wheelchair! He inspires many people by telling his story. He talked about following your dreams. He also said he lives by the motto, “There are no bad days,” and to try and stack good days on good days on good days.
Hunter inspires me, because he makes me believe I can do anything. Because I can!
Ellie Vetter, age 10
McLean Electric Cooperative
What is your favorite part of North Dakota’s history and why?
HISTORY AT HOME
My favorite part of North Dakota’s history is my farm. I was born on this farm and I have lived here for 85 years. I went to a country school for eight years, then I took over the farm when my dad passed away. I seeded the land and raised cattle. I had some good years and bad years.
This has been North Dakota history and a blessing to me. Farming is a good life overall.
Albert Luithle
Slope Electric Cooperative
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SEPTEMBER: What is your favorite harvest memory?
Deadline for submission: Aug. 11
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Deadline for submission: Sept. 12
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