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North Dakota DOCR Director Colby Braun joins Shining Light staff and the first Academy cohort at Missouri River Correctional Center — to reflect on the journey and the impact the program has in their lives. Photo provided by Shining Light.

North Dakota DOCR Director Colby Braun joins Shining Light staff and the first Academy cohort at Missouri River Correctional Center — to reflect on the journey and the impact the program has in their lives. Photo provided by Shining Light.

After slow rollout, new criminal justice reentry programs begin to take shape

Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Aim is to deflect offenders from criminal justice system, help others reenterTwo sets of legislative measures approved in early 2025 aimed at keeping people out of the criminal justice system or helping offenders reenter society after time served are starting to roll out across the state.
From L-R: Aurora Jensen, Christine Jensen, Kolbie Dahl and Katie Dahl. Photo by Katie Dahl

From L-R: Aurora Jensen, Christine Jensen, Kolbie Dahl and Katie Dahl. Photo by Katie Dahl

Along the way | Fishing freedom

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
There are moments in time that heal and transform in profound ways. The sanctuary of presence is nestled in the masterpiece of our surroundings. It is there we often find the gracefi lled acknowledgment of something stronger and more courageous than the fear that too often holds us back.
Valley News & Views

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SENIOR MEALS MENU

News Staff
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Friday, March 20Lemon Pepper Fish Scalloped Potatoes Mixed Vegetables PearsMonday, March 23Sausage/Sauerkraut Mashed Potatoes Sweet Potatoes PeachesTuesday, March 24Swedish Meatballs Mashed Potatoes Green Beans PearsWednesday, March 25Pork Roast w/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Broccoli Mixed FruitThursday,...
Team Photo: Mrs. Rarick, Brooklynne Petersen, Stephanie Kissee, Jonah Rarick, Ruthie Rarick. Submitted photo

Team Photo: Mrs. Rarick, Brooklynne Petersen, Stephanie Kissee, Jonah Rarick, Ruthie Rarick. Submitted photo

Drayton Bomber Speech Team hosts Speech Meet

Jamie Rarick
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
The Drayton Bomber Speech Team hosted a successful meet at Drayton School on Saturday, March 14. Twelve schools attended, bringing over 80 competitors and more than 115 entries.
From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

Leroy Aufenkamp
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
After Adam and Eve sinned by breaking God’s only restriction, they hid themselves when “they heard the voice of the Lord God” as He called out to them, asking, “Where art thou?” (Genesis 3:8-9). They hid, but to no avail, because they could not hide from God.
Kids Talk About God

Kids Talk About God

Kids Talk About God

Carey Kinsolving And Friends
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
“If I were Jesus, I would ask God for a golden throne, a diamond crown, and a sword made of lightning,” said Tyler, 10. “That would be glorious!”That would definitely turn some heads, but Jesus had something even better in mind.In John 17, Jesus prayed right before he went to the cross.
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Prism of prose:

Understanding By Clint Van Camp
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Our men’s group is currently studying the Book of Proverbs. Reading Proverbs drives me deeper into God’s mercy and love. Looking into the mirror of Proverbs, I see how far short I fall of God’s wisdom and understanding.
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