Looking for a way to get back to your Scandinavian roots?  Norsk Hostfest is looking for volunteers.  Read more in today’s news.

And speaking of today’s news, there’s also stories about an awesome 8-year-old and Peggy Lee.  Read on.

You know how we have a Story of the Week here at North Dakota Nice?  Justin Wakeford is in the running for Kid of the Year. (Devils Lake Journal)

A North Dakota celebrity will soon be getting the star treatment 17 years after her death. (Bismarck Tribune)

It takes 4,000 volunteers to make Norsk Hostfest a Norsk Success (and volunteers get in for free!). (KFYR TV)