TALKING TRAIL

Undoubtedly one of the most recognizable landmarks of Kenmare, North Dakota is the Danish Mill. Located in the Downtown Square...

It’s pretty easy to drive by the Downtown Park Square in Kenmare and not give it a second thought. In fact, to many, it is merely home to teh Old Danish Mill...

When the snow melts and the ground dries up, it's time to hit the links at the Kenmare Country Club. As one of the oldest courses in North Dakota...

It’s no secret that the land around Kenmare, North Dakota is ripe with goose hunting opportunities. Hunters, from near and far, follow the geese...

Whether it's the marquee lights or the smell of fresh popped popcorn, the Kenmare Theatre is hard to miss. The theater originally opened in the 1920s...

The end of October brings Halloween and the end of harvest. The weather begins to turn, the landscape preparing for winter. For Kenmare, it also brings...

Wemark Drug was established in 1902 in Kenmare, one of the businesses that thrived in the early years of Kenmare’s remarkable growth...

The Norma Hall is one of twenty-six buildings in the Pioneer Village Museum in Kenmare. If you are looking for the history of Kenmare

Vernon and Rosie Eyman of Kenmare, North Dakota were lifelong toy collectors. After Vernon’s death, Rosie donated the collection to the Lake County Historical...

Have you ever found yourself sifting through an old box of memories? Maybe it came from the attic at your grandparents house, your childhood...

A question often asked around these parts is how did the Lake County Historical Society come to pass, and more specifically, why is it called by that name...

The Niobe Hall was moved from Niobe, North Dakota to the Pioneer Village in Kenmare in 2006. Originally erected in 1907, it stood on Main Street in the newly...

A walk through Ann’s Dress Shop is enticing for anyone with an interest in vintage clothing. Wedding dresses, dating back to 1870, and fox and mink stoles abound...

Trinity Lutheran Church in Kenmare, North Dakota has an interesting story that crosses oceans and unites people from all over the world. The link between...

Gooseneck Implement has been a lifeline for local farmers since 1974. In the beginning, the founders, Daryl Borud and Tom Burkett, didn’t know what...

Another outdoor destination near Kenmare, North Dakota is Taskers Coulee, a valley with an elevation of 1,791 feet. It is situated near Dam Number...

Long ago, the Des Lacs River cut a path in the earth resulting in a scenic valley filled with coulees and a series of lakes. Early French trappers named

Just outside the west city limits of Kenmare is the Canada Goose Trail. The trail exits the Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge on the eastern side of the...

The Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge consists of nearly 20,000 acres of protected land adjacent to the Des Lacs River. It is known for its natural beauty...

If you have driven through the valley on highway 52, you’ve definitely noticed the class rocks. Maybe you’ve driven by them a hundred times, or perhaps...

The Zion Norwegian Evangelical Lutheran Congregation was organized on March 1, 1903 in the home of Jens Erickson. Initially, the intent was to build a

Looking to catch-up on local news, activities, and entertainment? The Kenmare News is the place to start! For over a century, locals have depended on...

While Kenmare is known more for its hunting than hiking, there are some trails in and around the Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge that are worth lacing up...

If you’ve made a few stops on the Kenmare Talking Trail, you know that there is an abundance of opportunities to explore and immerse yourself in nature ...

A man by the name of Perry Jameson once said, “By myself and with only my hands, there is not a great deal I can do. But if we all put our hands together...

Imagine a Kenmare before the Danish Mill, before the Pioneer Village, and the iconic Pizza Hub. Before the trees shaded the streets and before the checkered

In the late 1800s, pioneers were steadily arriving in and around the settlement near present-day Kenmare. Some were looking for coal, while others were ...

Following the not-guilty verdict in the murder of Augustine Rouse, E.C. Tolley didn’t exactly remain under the radar. In fact, there are many colorful tales...

In the spring of 1899, Kenmare was a bustling settlement. Homesteaders were putting down roots in the area and opening businesses in town...

When the dog days of summer are drawing to a close, a new school year is ushered in. Pencils are sharpened and computers are charged as teachers...