North Dakota Oil Patch Couple Plans Wedding

In North Dakota’s Oil Patch, Amanda Propper and Chris Kamph connected after moving to the region for work and are preparing to marry; both have children from previous marriages, and Kamph works long hours supporting drilling operations. In Jamestown, Shari May Lippert Pettys, a longtime Washington School paraprofessional who retired in 2023, has died; she was remembered for her devotion to family, friends and crafts. A Jamestown Press photo also showed students working on an English assignment at Lawn School. Carrie O. Curtis, a former co-operator of Curtis Electric and Safari Lanes, also died; she was active in church and community life and enjoyed gardening, bowling, fishing and family gatherings.