Upcoming Events- Meet Vern in Your Town!
Souris Valley Campaign Rally
Join Vern, statewide and local candidates for free food, live music, beverages and fun!
Mandan Community Meeting
Join us for another Data Center Community Meeting! We will share what we know and want to hear from you.
District 2 Data Center Meeting
Vern will be attending an Open on Data Centers hosted by Senator Mark Enget (R) District 2. Senator Enget has pulled together a great line-up of District 2 and beyond county commissioners, economic development, and land and zoning officials. Als a number of state agencies will be represented.
Senator Enget says, “District 2 communities are being confronted with the possibility of hosting a data center. An informed community is the best foundation for making decisions that will shape our future.” Hear, hear!
District 28 Democratic-NPL Summer BBQ
Join Vern and all the statewide candidates in Oakes for the D28 Summer BBQ. Brats and burgers on the grill and all the fixings will be provided. Water and tea will also be provided. Feel free to bring your own beverage.
To RSVP or ask questions call Joan at 701.710.0201
Horace Bean Days Parade
Join Vern, candidates and the District 27 Dem-NPL for the Horace Bean Days Parade. Parade starts at 11. Line-up starts at 10. Walk to support Vern for Ag Commissioner!
United Tribes Technical College International Powwow
Vern is looking forward to visiting with friends old and new while taking in the sounds, sights and regalia at this important event. More information→ https://unitedtribespowwow.com/
Vern Thompson for Agriculture Commissioner Homecoming Party
Join us for the Vern Thompson for Agriculture Commissioner Homecoming Party. Beef Brisket and Live Music, featuring Lanny and the Barn Jammers. $50 Suggested Donation.
Do you have mad baking skills? Compete in the Bar Bakeoff for a chance to win a spatula, apron, and bragging rights!
North Dakota Democratic-NPL Town Hall- Grafton
Join Vern and all the Democratic-NPL candidates for a lively discussion about rural healthcare, data centers and other issues.
Battle of the Brats
Join Vern as he attends the District 7 3rd Annual Battle of the Brats on August 30 at Sertoma Park, Shelter 10, in Bismarck! This all-region fundraiser brings together Democrats from all nine Region Six districts for good food, friendly competition, conversation, and community. Proceeds will support the coordinated campaign, and RSVPs are encouraged.
This is a battle between Team Blue (Warren) and Team Pink (Kat).
Please join us for the rematch of the year and support the team
of your choosing as Team Pink returns to defend the title of best
brat in town!
Featuring the Dad Bod Band as this year’s entertainment. Dad Bod will play a program of selected music after the meal is served at 5:30 PM.
Data Center Forum- Harwood, ND
All are welcome to attend a data center forum in Harwood.
Forum agenda:
North Dakota Data Center Overview
Review of the Responsible Hyperscale Development Framework with Vern Thompson, candidate for Agriculture Commissioner
Public Comments
Hiddendale Farm Field Day
Vern will be participating in a tour of innovative organic farming at Hiddendale Farm, a fifth-generation, 700-acre homestead stewarded by Glen Philbrick alongside his parents.
Farmer's Breakfast- Max, ND
Free caramel rolls (a Friday favorite at KYF!), coffee and conversation with Vern Thompson, your next North Dakota Ag Commissioner.
Mandan Data Center Meeting
Come to a Mandan community meeting on data centers on August 6, 6:30-8:30 pm, at the new Mandan High School auditorium!
Paul Overby Soil Health Day
Vern is going to be attending the Paul Overby Soil Health Day. It looks like an incredible program.
Maddock 125th Year Celebration Parade
Join Vern to celebrate the Maddock Rural Renaissance Festival and Maddock’s 125th Year. Walk in the parade with Vern and then enjoy the rest of the day in Maddock.
The parade lines up at 10:30 at the Maddock School.
People's Town Hall-- Rugby
Join Vern in Rugby!
Real change starts with real conversations. Hear from ourDemocratic-NPL candidates and have your questions answered at our People's Town Hall in Rugby!
Farmers Appreciation Banquet
Join Vern as he shares his appreciation for all that farmers do. We are in the midst of the biggest farm crisis in 40 years. Vern supports farmers and has common sense solutions that will improve life for farmers and our rural communities.
Buffalo Days Parade
Join Vern in Jamestown, North Dakota for the Buffalo Days Parade. Walk along with Vern or watch from the parade route. Help Vern spread his message of commonsense solutions to bolster our farmers, ranchers and rural communities.
Parade lineup begins at 8:30 AM McElroy Park. The parade starts at 9:30
Divide County Threshing Bee
The District 2 Democratic-NPL will be have a table with Vern Thompson materials along with stuff from other statewide candidates.
Have an old car or tractor? We’ll join the parade?
Stop by for a free root beer float!
North Dakota Farmers Union Summer Conference
Vern and other candidates for Agriculture Commission and Congress will speak to the NDFU Board Of Governors. This is not open to the public.
People's Town Hall- New Town
Join Vern at the People’s Town Hall in New Town.
Real change starts with real conversations. Hear from our Democratic-NPL candidates and have your questions answered at our People's Town Hall in New Town!
Pioneer Days in Kenmare
A Vern Thompson for Agriculture Commissioner campaign staffer will be on hand with information about Vern’s plan for agriculture in North Dakota. Be sure to say hello!
Sheyenne Farmers Grocery Ribbon Cutting and Ice Cream Social
Vern will be stopping by for the ribbon cutting for Sheyenne’s first grocery store in more than 20 years.
This store is a testament to the resilience of North Dakota’s rural communities. Committed, local people made Farmers Grocery and the Sinclair Station renovation possible, and we are excited to celebrate with them.
Free ice cream catered by H&K with special toppings starting at 1pm. (choice of strawberry sauce, chokecherry syrup, or chocolate). (Just one of the benefits of being a candidate!)
Walk with Vern at the Mandan Independence Day Parade
Walk with Vern and the Bis-Man Democratic-NPL!
Join Vern at the July 3rd Rally in Bismarck
Join Vern and the Bis-Man Dems to start the celebrations for the 250th Independence Day right! Come eat food, meet candidates, sign up for opportunities to get involved, decorate the Bis-Man Dems parade float, join the Cornhole Tournament, and participate in our silent auction.
Vern Speaks at the AFL-CIO Convention
Vern looks forward to addressing the delegates of the North Dakota AFL-CIO Convention. He recognizes the hard work and contributions union members make to our state every day. He'll bring the same commitment to hard work to the Agriculture Commissioner's office.
Fessenden Candidate Forum
Vern looks forward to addressing the delegates of the North Dakota AFL-CIO Convention. He recognizes the hard work and contributions union members make to our state every day. He'll bring the same commitment to hard work to the Agriculture Commissioner's office.
Aneta Turkey Barbecue and Summer Festival
Join Vern and talk turkey in Aneta! Enjoy delicious barbecued turkey and all the great turkey-related events. Vern is fighting for North Dakota farms and our rural communities. We’ll see you there!
Statewide Candidate Townhall
Attend this Townhall to hear from candidate’s for North Dakota’s statewide offices.
Hear about Vern’s plans to address the farm crisis, data centers and other threats to North Dakota’s rural communities.