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BEK COMMUNICATIONS | BEK.COOP1BEK TV is going for gold again this year, and we need your help to make it happen!Now through June 19, scan the QR code below to nominate BEK TV Best of the Best and give BEK TV your vote for Best Local TV Station under the Sports and Entertainment category.The top five nominees in each category will advance to the final voting round beginning July 10, and the winners will be revealed in the Bismarck Tribune’s Best of the Best special issue on September 21.For the last three years, BEK TV has been our community’s top pick for Best Local TV Station. BEK TV also is the region’s largest producer of local sports, news, opinion, and entertainment.Nominate us today, and help us make it four in a row!Four the Win!Nominate BEK TV for Best of the BestBEK COMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE JUNE 2024ONLINE EDITIONFAITH AND INSIGHT REDEFINED BEK TV Unveils New ProgramsPAGE 3RUSTIC GIANTSAgriculture History in Napoleon Field.PAGE 4888.475.2361bek.coopbe k.tvNominate Us!Best Local TV Station2024Nominate Us!Best Local TV Stationhttps://tinyurl.com/votebek

BEK COMMUNICATIONS | BEK.COOP2Join us for the 72nd BEK Communications Cooperative Annual Meeting on June 13th in Steele!As a valued shareholder in our cooperative, your attendance, voice, and vote are essential. Our annual meeting provides a chance to learn about the cooperative’s performance and future investments.The BEK Board of Directors encourages all members to attend and vote in person. Your participation is crucial to our cooperative’s success.The 2024 Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, June 13th, at the Steele High School Gymnasium. Registration and a beef supper will be served from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm, with the meeting starting at 7:00 pm.BEK TV is thrilled about the success of its new video platform! Launched earlier this year, BEK TV+ brings all your favorite BEK TV shows, including BEK Sports, BEK News Shows, BEK News Now, and BEK Special Reports, to one convenient platform. You can access this content online at bektv.plus or by downloading the BEKTV+ app to your favorite streaming device.The bektv.plus website is a robust streaming platform designed for easy navigation, showcasing individual show titles grouped in series. Its powerful search function allows you to eortlessly search for guest names or topics and instantly find the corresponding videos. We are excited for you to explore and enjoy the enhanced viewing experience that our new platform oers!The BEK Beacon is a bimonthly newsletter published by BEK Communications, © 2024. It is distributed without charge to all customers.BEK COMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVEwas founded in 1952 as a local telecommunications cooperative serving Burleigh, Emmons and Kidder Counties. Since then, we’ve invested in state-of-the-art infrastructure, developed new products and services, and expanded to also serve Morton, Oliver, McLean, Logan, McIntosh, Barnes, Griggs, Cass, and Steele counties. BEK has changed quite a bit in 72 years, but we’re still a small-town cooperative at heart.BEK COMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE 888-475-2361P.O. Box 230 200 East BroadwaySteele, ND 58482220 4th Street NortheastValley City, ND 58072923 East Interstate AvenueBismarck, ND 58503BOARD OF DIRECTORSDISTRICT IShane MorrisReganSanford WilliamsWingDISTRICT IIBob SubartRobinsonPresident Brett StrohTappenDISTRICT IIIVice President Kevin BernhardtLintonHolly WillHazeltonDISTRICT IVSecretary/Treasurer William (Bill) BeckerWishekGerald BurlackWishekJUNE 2024Annual Meeting Scheduled for June 13 Your Attendance is RequestedIntroducing BEK TV+2024 ANNUAL MEETINGCONNECTIONSHOMETOWN ROOTS, CREATING CONNECTIONS.2024 ANNUAL MEETINGAdvanced Notice ofRegistration & Beef Supper | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pmTHURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2024 | KIDDER COUNTY SCHOOLEnter through the northeast entrance of Kidder County SchoolBEK Communications Cooperative Annual Meeting | 7:00 pmMeeting is conducted in the Kidder County School gymnasium

BEK COMMUNICATIONS | BEK.COOP3BEK TV continues to expand its diverse lineup of programming, bringing fresh and engaging content to its viewers. The network is excited to introduce two new shows that promise to inspire and inform. Wing & A Prayer | Sundays at 6:00 am CTThe weekly program centers around discussions about living a life of faith and walking with Jesus in our daily lives. Hosted by Pastor Je Weiss and BEK’s very own Trent Loos and Luke Tibor, the trio shares personal testimonies and encourages viewers to deepen their faith and become active in local Bible study groups. Their goal is to show that the phrase “In God We Trust” is more than just words, but rather a guiding principle for life.Worldview Matters with David Fiorazo | Weekdays at 5:30 pm CTHosted by David Fiorazo, the weekday program tackles current events and controversial topics, including church and state issues, religious freedom, the culture war, Bible prophecy, education, politics, media, and much more!David Fiorazo is an author, ordained pastor, truth proclaimer, media contributor, and podcaster with extensive experience in TV and radio broadcasting and Christian ministry. Currently, he co-hosts the show Educated with Katie Petrick, which airs Tuesday through Thursday on BEK TV.Watch these two new programs, along with the rest of the BEK lineup, live and on-demand on BEK TV+.Join the CelebrationsLinton and Wilton Celebrate 125 Years Next MonthBEK TV Expands Lineup Two New Programs Gaining AttentionThis July, the charming towns of Linton and Wilton are each celebrating their 125th anniversaries with an array of exciting events and activities. These historic milestones promise fun-filled celebrations suitable for all ages, featuring everything from parades and picnics to live music and local crafts. Whether you’re a history bu, a fan of outdoor activities, or simply looking for a delightful family outing, consider making a trip to Linton and Wilton this summer to partake in these special anniversary festivities. Join us in honoring their rich histories and vibrant communities!Linton’s 125th Celebration | July 3-7Parades on July 4th and 5thMore Information: https://www.lintonnd125.com/Wilton 125th Celebration | July 12-14Parade on July 13thMore Information: https://myevent.com/wilton125

BEK COMMUNICATIONS | BEK.COOP4The Wilton Archery Team, consisting of young athletes from grades 4-12, recently showcased their skills at the prestigious US Western National Tournament, held in Salt Lake City, Utah, on April 26 and 27. This annual event, organized by the National Archery in The Schools Program (NASP), requires teams and individuals to qualify for participation.Athletes competed in both the Bullseye and 3D Targets, demonstrating precision and strategic thinking. The elementary squad made an impressive showing by placing 24th nationally out of more than 100 teams, with several young archers achieving personal bests. In the highly competitive middle school category, a standout Wilton archer secured the 26th spot out of 374 participants. The high school competitors also held their own, with a notable performance by one student who ranked 58th out of 378.Coach Emily Risty credits the community for their generous support or more than $10,000. “It’s no small feat to send 30 kids and families to a national competition out of state. We’re incredibly grateful to the community.”In the July edition of Beacon, find out what it takes to compete on this level and what’s next for three of the students from the Wilton Archery Team.The digital BEK Beacon is a bimonthly publication distributed electronically and free of charge to all BEK customers. This digital publication is a supplement to the bimonthly printed BEK Beacon that is distributed by mail. This publication is only available online. Published by BEK Communications Cooperative© 2024In the heart of North Dakota, the small town of Napoleon has become a focal point for vintage machinery enthusiasts and tourists alike, thanks to the iconic “Dinosaurs of the Prairie”. This fascinating collection of threshing machines, owned by local resident Steve Grenz, paints a vivid picture of agricultural history stretching throughout four decades.The collection began with Steve’s father and has grown into an impressive exhibit that attracts visitors from across the country each year. These threshing machines, once the backbone of American agriculture, now stand as towering monuments to the past on the Grenz family land.Stay tuned for a full feature on the “Dinosaurs of the Prairie” in the July edition of Beacon, where we will dive deeper into the history of the collection, the personal stories of the Grenz family, and the impact of this attraction on the community of Napoleon, ND.Gracing the LandscapeNapoleon Resident Tells Story of ‘Dinosaurs on the Prairie’Triumphant ReturnWilton Archery Team Hits Bullseye at National CompetitionTaken by Steve Grenz of Napoleon, this photo captures the exact moment when a crop duster plane flew over the sign on his property that identifies the “Dinosaurs on the Prairie”