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Prairie Fare: Smart and quick food safety during a refrigerator power outage

Prairie Fare: Smart and quick food safety during a refrigerator power outage

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Prairie Fare: Smart and quick food safety during a refrigerator power outage

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Thursday, April 23, 2026
“How long is food OK in the fridge when the fridge goes out?” one of my friends asked me.Then he mentioned throwing away some summer sausage from a friend, along with most of the contents of his fridge.If I told you the source of the meat, his friend might find out he threw it.
Bright native plants such as blanket flowers can add color to your landscape. NDSU photo

Bright native plants such as blanket flowers can add color to your landscape. NDSU photo

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Dakota Gardener: Be “water wise” — Grow native plants

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
In 2011, Texas experienced its worst one-year drought since 1895.Water restrictions were intense, and reducing landscape watering was always first on the list. That summer, the lawns were all dry and crunchy.
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ND250 Commission Awards Nearly $30K in Community Grants

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
The ND250 Commission has awarded five community grants totaling $27,442 to support projects across North Dakota that celebrate and promote the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
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Prism of prose: Ask

Clint Van Camp
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Why do we pray? We may have a whole list of personal reasons.Jesus gives one very clear reason when he prayed, “Father, bring glory to your name” (John 12:28, NLT). I have often prayed with my personal desires at the forefront.My thinking was often backwards when approaching prayer.
From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

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From the pastor’s desk

Leroy Aufenkamp
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Recently a religious leader said that “Jesus does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war”. Is that an accurate reflection of what the Bible says about God and war? I want to look at several passages.
Jerimiah Johnson is a senior at Drayton Public School. Johnson will be the only student representing not just his school, but the entire state of North Dakota, among approximately 200 competitors from across the country. Submitted photo

Jerimiah Johnson is a senior at Drayton Public School. Johnson will be the only student representing not just his school, but the entire state of North Dakota, among approximately 200 competitors from across the country. Submitted photo

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Drayton senior to represent North Dakota at national culinary competition

Rebecca Davis
Thursday, April 23, 2026
While many seniors are counting down the days until graduation, Jerimiah Johnson is preparing for something much bigger — representing North Dakota on a national culinary stage.
Calvin Helm is entertained by his big brother Henry Helm's presentation about the first astronaut on the moon, Neil Armstrong. Photo by Jamie Rarick

Calvin Helm is entertained by his big brother Henry Helm's presentation about the first astronaut on the moon, Neil Armstrong. Photo by Jamie Rarick

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History comes alive at Drayton Public School

Christine Jensen
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Students take part in Living History MuseumDrayton Public School's elementary hallway was transformed on April 17 when students dressed up as their favorite historic figures to give short presentations and bring history to life for students, staff, and family members.
Maggie Vold pictured with her family. Photo by Christine Jensen

Maggie Vold pictured with her family. Photo by Christine Jensen

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America's favorite teacher

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Thursday, April 23, 2026
By Christine Jensen For one area woman who loves her job as a teacher, signing up to be in the running for America's Favorite Teacher was a way for her to help bring students a special event featuring a well-known scientist.
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