Gov. Hoeven recognizes State Employment Recognition Week During State Employee Recognition Week, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your dedication to public service and for the outstanding work you are doing on behalf of our citizens. Each one of you plays an important role in the successful operation of our state, and because of your efforts, North Dakota is continuing to move forward in exciting and prosperous ways. Thank you for all that you do each day. You are making a positive difference for North Dakota. — Gov. John Hoeven State Employee Recognition Events follow: Wednesday, Sept. 20: Night Staff Appreciation, 6 to 7 a.m., sponsored by Staff Senate, River Valley Room, Memorial Union. Register for door prizes (drawing held Friday, Sept. 22). Taco in a Bag, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $1 plus a non-perishable food item for the Salvation Army and St. Vincent DePaul Food Cupboards. Other suggested items are powdered laundry soap, cleaning supplies, diapers, school supplies, and personal care items. Golf Tournament, rain date, 4 p.m., Ray Richards Golf Course; RSVP: 777-4340. Two-person best ball. $10 (includes golf, pop, chips, hot dogs). Friday, Sept. 22 Pie on the Porch, 2 to 3:30 p.m., sponsored by Continuing Education and Staff Senate, Gustafson Hall Porch; rain location is Gustafson Hall Conference Room. Register for door prizes (drawing held Friday, Sept. 22). Special Denim Day: Wear red, white, and blue to honor our troops. Wear red for 0-10 years of service, white for 11-20 years, blue for 21 plus years. $$$ for Soldiers’ Angels, a non-profit that provides aid to North Dakota and Minnesota military members and their families. — Staff Senate.