Prism of prose: Diary

I learned my ABC’s in the old country school years ago. I can still recite the alphabet as it was taught all those years ago. I am reminded of that as I study Psalm 119. This Psalm has 22 sections from beginning to end. Those sections have headings which are the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet.

Views from DPS Living History Museum

Views from DPS Living History Museum

Donate Life Month: Langdon woman shares kidney transplant journey

For Dawn Kruk, a recent kidney transplant has brought something many take for granted—relief, gratitude and a renewed outlook on life.Kruk, who was first diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease at age 18, said the condition has been part of her life for decades.

Along the way | Healing history

History inspires on many levels.There have been numerous historical figures who have been catalysts for change and transformation. People who came from meager backgrounds but went on to lead and inspire generations of humanity.

Bowesmont lives

On April 1, Mike and Judy Stellon, Landon Mapel, Taylor Hermanson, Dan and Jessica Mapel, Mike and Trina Baldock went to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, and stayed until April 6.

Echoes from the past | April 23 - April 29

A look back at national, state and local history from this week in years past.National historyApril 24, 1800 - The Library of Congress was established.April 25, 1859 - Construction of the Suez Canal begins.April 29, 1945 - US Troops Liberated Dachau Concentration Camp.

Kids talk about God

What are some ways you might be tempted to deny Jesus?“If someone offered me a lifetime supply of chocolate ice cream to say I didn’t believe in Jesus, I might hesitate,” says Jackson, 9. “But then I’d remember that chocolate melts, and Jesus lasts forever.

Shuffle into history at Pembina State Museum

By Valley News and Views Staff Residents are invited to “shuffle” their way into the past at the Pembina State Museum as the museum hosts the “Games of Pembina’s Past: Playing Cards and Card Games” event on Saturday, March 21. Visitors are welcome to drop in between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Along the way | Peaceful poses

Today, we rejoice in the heart of God, finding peace in our collective endeavors of sharing love over hate, connection above disconnection, and faith over our fears. It is in the peaceful poses of transformation where the sanctuary of solace is felt and understood.