Easter fun for everyone at Drayton Public School
Easter fun for everyone at Drayton Public School
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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Prism of prose: Assurance
Clint Van Camp
Leading up to Easter I was reading Scripture, poems, and songs from old hymn books. I looked particularly for those dealing with the resurrection story. One of those songs is “In the Garden” by C. Austin (1868-1946). It reads: “I come to the garden alone” (No.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
From the pastor’s desk
From the pastor’s desk
Leroy Aufenkamp
Several years ago, someone said to me that it doesn’t matter what you believe as long as you have “a faith.” That sounds good, but it simply is not true. Jude, in his brief letter, exhorted his readers to “earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints” (v. 3).
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
How can Christians be unifi ed?
How can Christians be unified?
Carey Kinsolving And Friends
“If Christians were on a basketball team, they’d have to pass the ball instead of hog it,” said Ethan, 10. “Jesus would probably be the coach and the MVP!”That’s a great way to start thinking about unity. Jesus prayed in John 17 that His followers would be “one” just like he and the Father are one.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Pembina County 4-H seeks instructors for Kaleidoscope Summer Classes
Valley News And Views Staff
Pembina County 4-H is putting out the call for community members ready to share their skills and passions with local youth this summer.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Walsh County businesses do better on Alcohol Compliance checks
Mike Alan Steinfeldt
Walsh County establishments that serve or sell alcohol are doing a better job of checking for IDs, at least recently.The Walsh County Sheriff’s Office conducted the latest round of compliance checks on March 25 at nine businesses in the County.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Billie Lentz of Perth tried her hand feeding fish at an aquaculture operation. ND Soybean Council photo
Determined to build: North Dakota soybean leaders expand markets beyond China
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The air in Vietnam hangs heavy with humidity, a world away from a North Dakota January. Standing on a floating fish platform in the Mekong Delta, Evan Montgomery watched soybean meal pour into feed rations for thousands of fish below him. At that moment, global trade stopped being abstract.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Awards given in no particular order. Sharp Shooters – Ruby H., Levi N., Chloe H. Most Improved – Oscar H., Stella N., Ava M. Sportsmanship – Silas N., Jacob H. Lucky Shots – Jim B., Ruby M.
Archers take aim during end-of-season fun shoot
Rebecca Davis
What started back in November with a mix of first-time archers and seasoned shooters wrapped up in the best way possible, by putting their skills to the test.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Lutheran Sunset Home in Grafton seeks to replace aging facility
Mike Alan Steinfeldt
The Lutheran Sunset Home in Grafton held its annual meeting on Thursday, March 26. The meeting included a public discussion on plans that are in the works to replace the aging facility located on Eastern Avenue in Grafton.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
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North Dakota Game and Fish Department sets 202628 fishing regulations
News Staff
North Dakota’s 2026-28 fishing proclamation is set, with regulations effective April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2028. New fishing licenses were required as of April 1.Anglers can find the North Dakota 2026-28 Fishing Guide online at the state Game and Fish Department website, gf.nd.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026