[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 108 (Tuesday, June 24, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H2894]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING CHERYL PETERSON ON HER RETIREMENT

  (Mrs. Fedorchak of North Dakota was recognized to address the House 
for 5 minutes.)
  Mrs. FEDORCHAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Cheryl Peterson of 
Carrington, North Dakota, as she wraps up a 30-yearlong chapter at the 
local pasta plant.
  Since 1984, Cheryl's morning routine has included packing her lunch 
and driving across town to the pasta plant where she has clocked in 5 
days a week.
  Cheryl is deaf, but that hasn't stopped her from being a steady and 
trusted employee committed to helping others out. In the words of her 
production manager, Cheryl is a reliable employee with a positive 
attitude who is willing to help with anything.
  She never sought the spotlight. She just showed up, did the work, and 
made a difference. North Dakota is great because of people like Cheryl: 
humble, hardworking, and full of heart.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating Cheryl 
Peterson's remarkable career and wishing her a joyful and well-earned 
retirement.

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                         Recognizing Dave Flohr

  Mrs. FEDORCHAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dave Flohr for 
his outstanding service to North Dakota.
  For more than four decades, Dave has dedicated his career to 
strengthening communities through safe, stable, and affordable housing.
  His leadership at the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency, especially 
these past 5 years as executive director, has helped thousands of 
families in North Dakota achieve the dream of homeownership.
  Dave's deep knowledge, steady guidance, and passion for serving 
others have left a lasting effect on our State. He built partnerships, 
created solutions, and made homeownership possible for so many North 
Dakotans.
  On behalf of our State, I thank Dave for a lifetime of meaningful 
service. I wish him all the best in retirement, though I know his 
influence will be felt for years to come. Congratulations.


             Congratulating Doug Darling on His Retirement

  Mrs. FEDORCHAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize President Doug 
Darling for his extraordinary 36-year career at Lake Region State 
College.
  From his early days as a marketing instructor to his decade of 
leadership as president, Dr. Darling has poured his heart into this 
institution. He has been a mentor, a builder, and a steady hand, 
helping shape Lake Region into a place where students from all walks of 
life can find opportunity and purpose.
  Dr. Darling's legacy is measured not just in programs launched or 
buildings improved, but in the thousands of lives changed under his 
leadership. His belief in the power of education has left a permanent 
mark in North Dakota.
  As he steps into retirement, I join many across our State in thanking 
him for his service and in wishing him well in his next chapter. I 
thank Dr. Darling.


                      Celebrating Community Spirit

  Mrs. FEDORCHAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate two remarkable 
North Dakota festivals that earned national recognition in Cenex' 
Hometown Throwdown.
  Hazen Chalkfest won second place and a $20,000 prize thanks to its 
stunning 3D artwork and more than 600 local participants. Just look at 
that.
  Wahpeton's Borderline Chalkfest claimed third, with a $15,000 award 
for its imaginative perspective art, like the chalk s'more that had 
folks saying: ``That looks delicious.''
  These awards aren't just about art. They reflect strong community 
spirit, hometown pride, and the creativity that thrives across our 
beautiful North Dakota. Our small towns are doing big things, earning 
national attention, drawing families together, and inspiring joy.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud of what Hazen and Wahpeton have accomplished. 
Please join me in congratulating them for showing the rest of the 
country just how vibrant and innovative North Dakota communities are.


                      Congratulating Randy Hedberg

  Mrs. FEDORCHAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Randy 
Hedberg of Parshall on his induction into the North Dakota Sports Hall 
of Fame.
  Randy is a true North Dakota success story, an all-sport college 
athlete at Minot State, an NFL quarterback, and a legendary coach who 
never forgot where he came from.
  His coaching career spanned 45 years, including 11 years at North 
Dakota State University, where he helped lead the Bison to not one, not 
two, not three, but--count it--seven national championships. He also 
mentored future NFL stars like Carson Wentz and Trey Lance.
  What sets Randy apart isn't just his record but his character, 
humility, and deep commitment to his players and our State. He 
represents the best of North Dakota.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask this body to join me in celebrating Randy 
Hedberg's remarkable legacy and thanking him for inspiring generations 
of athletes.

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