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Prairie Fare: Managing holiday celebrations and cookie temptations

Prairie Fare: Managing holiday celebrations and cookie temptations

Prairie Fare: Managing holiday celebrations and cookie temptations

News Staff
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
“I see you!” I said to my son. He was 3 years old at the time.His little hand was reaching over the edge of the countertop to a cooling rack. He was sneakily grabbing another cookie. He grinned as he took a bite of the warm, soft cookie.
Prairie Doc Perspective: A healthier you in the new year

Prairie Doc Perspective: A healthier you in the new year

Prairie Doc Perspective: A healthier you in the new year

Kory Zimney, Pt, Dpt, Phd
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Start with the switchAs the holiday season winds down and the New Year approaches, many of us begin reflecting on the past year and thinking ahead. It’s a natural time to set resolutions— those hopeful promises to ourselves to eat better, move more, stress less or simply live healthier.
New veterinary services coming to Pembina County

New veterinary services coming to Pembina County

New veterinary services coming to Pembina County

News Staff
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
A new veterinary clinic is scheduled to open in Pembina county in approximately two weeks. The Gilbertson Veterinary Clinic, located in Cavalier, will be focused on care for small-animals around the region.
An apple has about 100 calories, and it contains potassium, vitamin C and other nutrients. Pixabay photo

An apple has about 100 calories, and it contains potassium, vitamin C and other nutrients. Pixabay photo

Prairie fare: Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away?

Julie
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Garden-Robinson, Ph.D., R.D., L.R.D.“Are there any apples on our tree this year?” my older daughter recently asked.“There are lots of ripe apples high in the tree,” my husband responded.
Free Veteran flu shot clinic at the Grafton VA Clinic

Free Veteran flu shot clinic at the Grafton VA Clinic

Free Veteran flu shot clinic at the Grafton VA Clinic

News Staff
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
The Fargo VA Health Care System is offering several free flu shot clinics in September and October at the Grafton VA Clinic for Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare. Don't miss this important opportunity to protect your health.Mark your calendars:September 30 at 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM via walk-in.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Prairie doc: On the spectrum

Debra Johnston, Md
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
I had a friend in high school who was generally considered a bit odd. He didn’t dress quite right, never knew how to “read the room,” and often talked far too long and in far to much detail about computers— at a time when very few households even had one.
Along the way

Along the way

Along the way

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
“Love one another and help others to rise to higher levels, simply by pouring out love. Love is infectious and the greatest healing energy.”-SaiBabaIn a world that seems to have become detached from the heart of its sanctity, witnessing kindness and generosity is a lifeline for some.
Life in the slow lane?

Life in the slow lane?

Life in the slow lane?

Lesa Van Camp
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
This year I drove back from Arizona.The travels took two women, two cats, and a fully loaded car through eight states and three time zones in four days. I start planning the trip a month or two ahead of time, checking various routes and options of places to stay along the way.
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