Hettinger County Sheriff's Office

08/25/2026

08/24/2026

It’s Back to School Time! Stay Alert, Drive Safely, and Keep Our Kids Safe

Back to school brings more traffic congestion. School buses are loading passengers, kids on bikes are hurrying to get to school, and parents drop their kids off before work.
Remember these things to keep our children safe as they go back to school:

Slow down and pay attention. If you are driving around schools, look out for children and pedestrians at all times, everywhere. Expect the unexpected. Foot traffic is higher as children are going back to school.
Exercise caution if you're driving near a school bus and allow a greater following distance than when you’re driving behind a car. Watch for children when school buses stop to unload and load children. And don’t forget passing a school bus is illegal.
Watch out for bicycles. Children on bikes can be hard to see, and they usually don’t understand traffic conditions.
By exercising extra care and caution when driving in school zones, pedestrians and children will be safer in our community. Visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website for more back to school safe driving tips. https://www.nhtsa.gov/

08/19/2026

Wishing all the students, teachers, staff, and families at Mott-Regent Public School a very happy first day of school! 📚✏️

Here’s to a new school year filled with learning, growth, new opportunities, and plenty of great memories. Wishing everyone a safe, successful, and wonderful year ahead! 🍎🚌

Have a great first day, Mott-Regent!

08/14/2026

Update-phone has been claimed!

A phone was found in the greater New England area. If you have just lost one today, call 701-328-9921 State Emergency Communications Center dispatch and ask for a Hettinger County Deputy.

08/05/2026

Congratulations go to Jeri Schmidt, on your well-earned retirement as County Auditor!
Thank you for your years of dedicated public service, financial stewardship, and unwavering commitment to the local community. August 31st is her last day, so make a point to wish her well. Wishing you a joyful, relaxing and fulfilling next chapter.

08/03/2026

BREAKING: Kratom distribution ban to go into effect Wednesday as Governor Armstrong pushes for special session.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2026/08/03/kratom-distribution-ban-go-into-effect-governor-armstrong-pushes-special-session/

07/31/2026

There is a black calf out along Highway 22 mile marker 33. (Not the actual calf)

07/14/2026

🚧 Exercise Notice 🚧

A full-scale exercise will be taking place later today at the Hettinger County Fair Grounds. You may see a simulated accident scene, 1st responders, lights, and sirens.

This is only a simulated training and exercise. There is no need for concern.

07/11/2026

Hey New England reunion attendees, remember, open containers of alcoholic beverages are not allowed in public places. Yes, even in New England...
The North Dakota Alcoholic Beverage Code is outlined in Title 5 of the ND Century Code. "B**r Gardens" are considered an extension of a licensed establishment. With the B**r Garden set up currently in town for the All Schools Reunion, please be respectful of other attendees, the city of New England and all of the establishments by following the laws regarding them. Namely, stay within the designated area with your alcohol. Tents and flagged off areas have been provided by the City for you.

07/08/2026

We are happy to introduce Edyta from Poland as a representative with Southwestern Advantage. She has been visiting towns in the area and will be in Mott this afternoon. We welcome Edyta to our community!