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My two cents | Take a deep breath, Mr. President by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

My two cents | Take a deep breath, Mr. President by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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My two cents | Take a deep breath, Mr. President by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Let me start this by confessing right up front that I voted for Donald Trump for President. Twice.I didn’t vote for The Donald because I thought he was the best candidate; I voted for him because I wasn’t impressed with his opponent.
Certain death – two killer dolphins bearing down on our pontoon.

Certain death – two killer dolphins bearing down on our pontoon.

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Playtime with Flipper! by Bob Simmons

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
I last left you canal side at the wonderful rental condo we shared with our son and daughter-in-law near Anna Maria Island on the Florida Gulf. It was a little before 2 p.m. that faithful Tuesday when our private tour boat navigated the canal, pulling up behind our rental unit.
My two cents | Endless confl icts by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

My two cents | Endless confl icts by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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My Two Cents | Endless Conflicts By Mike Alan
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Over the 250 years of the United States, presidents have been labeled as “wartime” Presidents and “peacetime” Presidents, when in reality, every president has been involved in some type of military conflict or another. If I were to name them all, it would probably fill this entire page, if not more.
Letter from the Editor | Tumbled, but still standing

Letter from the Editor | Tumbled, but still standing

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Letter from the Editor | Tumbled, but still standing

Rebecca Davis Editor@valleynewsandviews.com
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Have you ever felt exhausted and overwhelmed at the same time?This week, I’ve felt like a rock in a tumbler, constantly moving, getting knocked around, hitting edges I didn’t know were there.Some parts getting smoothed out, others feeling a little more worn than I’d like to admit.
Gulf of America- Here we come! by Bob Simmons

Gulf of America- Here we come! by Bob Simmons

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Gulf of America- Here we come! by Bob Simmons

Gulf Of America- Here We Come! By Bob Simmons
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Last month Di and I escaped the NoDak cold for a week in the Florida sun. In the past we’ve enjoyed trips to Miami and the Keys. In recent years, Di and her girlfriends have had great getaways in the Clearwater area. This time, we decided on Anna Maria Island and the surrounding area.
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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
April Fair Housing MonthGovernor Armstrong has declared April 2026, FAIR HOUSING AWARENESS MONTH in North Dakota.Fair Housing Month is a time to recognize the passage of the Fair Housing Act and to reflect on the work still needed to ensure everyone has access to safe, stable housing.
My two cents | Happy Easter by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

My two cents | Happy Easter by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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My two cents | Happy Easter by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
This weekend, Christians around the world will celebrate the crucifixion, death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.We Christians believe that Jesus is the Son of God sent into this world to save lost sinners by his sacrificial death on the cross.
Amelia glides across the ice during the Basic 5 portion of the Grafton Figure Skating Show, “Go for Gold.” Photo by Rebecca Davis

Amelia glides across the ice during the Basic 5 portion of the Grafton Figure Skating Show, “Go for Gold.” Photo by Rebecca Davis

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Letter from the Editor

Rebecca Davis
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Spring has officially arrived, at least according to the calendar—even if Mother Nature hasn’t quite gotten the memo yet. The changing of the seasons means one sports season ends and another begins.We’ve wrapped up basketball and wrestling, which means we’re now into track season.
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