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Leroy Aufenkamp

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

David, in the prime years of his life, was a mighty warrior and a powerful leader in Israel. In battle, it says, “the Lord preserved David whithersoever he went” (2 Samuel 8:2).

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What makes a good letter?What makes a letter endure? It is the words of a letter which give it meaning. It is the words of a letter which make a good letter memorable. A letter can build up, or it can take down, revive, or dishearten. Good letters can be instructional, encouraging, or challenging.

KidsTalkAboutGod

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Carey Kinsolving And Friends

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

How can comparing ourselves to others keep us from hearing Jesus’ voice?“If Jesus told me to follow him, I’d try, but I’d probably look back to see who else was coming,” said Ava, 10. “If my little brother was coming too, I’d want to make sure he didn’t mess it up.”Peter had a similar moment.

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Producers encouraged to assist in reporting local drought impacts

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring encourages producers to assist in reporting local drought impacts by submitting a Condition Monitoring Observer Report (CMOR) directly to the National Drought Mitigation Center.

Chance Porsborg began his sheep project with NDLWP starter flock and now leads the youth program. (NDSU photo)

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North Dakota sheep starter flock program offered to youth

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026

For the 18th year, North Dakota State University Extension and the North Dakota Lamb and Wool Producers Association are offering North Dakota youth an opportunity to become involved in the sheep industry and build their own flock.

Addressing the wellness needs of those working in agriculture or related areas will be the focus of the upcoming Question. Persuade. Refer. suicide prevention webinars. (Pexels photo)

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NDSU Extension to offer fall suicide prevention webinars

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Research shows that people working in agriculture experience higher rates of stress and suicide than in many other occupations. Studies also indicate that strong social support and access to helpful resources can significantly reduce stress levels and suicide risk.

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Farmers should be aware of ditch mowing and haying dangers

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Safe practices can mitigate the dangers of maintaining ditches.As producers perform maintenance on roadway ditches by mowing or cutting them for hay, Angie Johnson, North Dakota State University Extension farm and ranch safety specialist, urges farmers and ranchers to put safety first.

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RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026

State of North Dakota monitors drought situation – Mother Nature has been serving up the same forecast on repeat. North Dakota is continuing to monitor worsening drought conditions while evaluating potential relief options for livestock producers.

Along the way | Loving kindness

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Along the way | Loving kindness

Christine Jensen

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

forgiveness are the most real things that we can know in this world?”- Allen Levi, Theo of GoldenSometimes along the way, when we are confronted with uncertainty and setbacks, there are tiny threads of grace weaving through the tapestry of our days.

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Echoes from the past | Aug. 6-Aug. 12

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026

National Historyvarious sourcesAugust 6, 1945 - The U.S Bomber Enola Gay dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan.August 9, 1945 - A second atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki, Japan.August 6, 1965 - President Lyndon Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act of 1965 with Martin Luther King Jr.

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