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The USDA says food prices, on average, are 2.9% higher than a year ago. Pixabay photo

The USDA says food prices, on average, are 2.9% higher than a year ago. Pixabay photo

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Prairie Fare: Are you experiencing sticker shock at the grocery store?

Julie Garden-robinson, Ph.d., R.d., L.r.d.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
“Are you sure?” I asked the checker at the grocery store. I couldn’t believe the cost of two small bags of groceries was over $100. “Yes, that’s right,” he said.I checked over the receipt to be sure I hadn’t been charged $20 for a can of beans by accident.
Prairie Doc: Exercise and arthritis

Prairie Doc: Exercise and arthritis

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Prairie Doc: Exercise and arthritis

Becca Jordre, Ph.d., Dpt
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
What really worksIf your joints ache after sitting too long or make crackling sounds when you get up, you’re not alone.More than half of older adults in the U.S.
From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

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From the pastor’s desk

Pastor Leroy Aufenkamp
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
I would like to look at four points we should consider every time we receive Communion. First, it presents us with an opportunity for personal reflection. 1 Corinthians 11:28 says, “But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup”.
Kids Talk About God

Kids Talk About God

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Kids Talk About God

Carey Kinsolving And Friends
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
“John the Baptist called Jesus the Lamb of God because Jesus is too holy and wonderful for him to even untie his shoes,” says Mitchell, 8.Before John the Baptist proclaimed Jesus as the Lamb of God, he talked about his sandals.
Prism of prose

Prism of prose

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Prism of prose

Trust By Clint Van Camp
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Where Satan destroys, God will raise goodness from the ashes. Recently, we saw how one satanic act took the life of outspoken Christian Charlie Kirk. What we don’t see is how many young people were brought into the fold of Jesus over the past six years because of Kirk’s witness and testimonies.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

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Homecoming weekend activities

News Staff
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Friday is Spirit/Bomber Day; students are asked to wear their Bombers clothing. Bomber pride and activities will begin at 12:30 p.m. on Friday with a pep rally at 2:30 p.m. for all students and staff.The Homecoming Football game will be held Saturday with kickoff at 4 p.m.
Drayton Public School welcomes new fi rst grade teacher, Victoria Stevens

Drayton Public School welcomes new fi rst grade teacher, Victoria Stevens

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Drayton Public School welcomes new first grade teacher, Victoria Stevens

News Staff
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
A proud graduate of Drayton Public School, Stevens is no stranger to the community. Last year, she completed her student teaching in fourth grade under the guidance of Mrs. Katie Dahl and later stepped into the role of long-term substitute for second grade.
L to R: Princess Ellsie Littlejohn, Junior Attendant Hope Patterson, Queen Candidate Alyvia Quibell, Queen Candidate Taylor Hermanson, Queen Alyssa Hoyles, King Trypp Castillo, King Candidate Jerimiah Johnson, King Candidate Jaxon Wilson, Junior Attendant Maddox Oihus, Prince Mac Vold. Photo by Jamie Rarick

L to R: Princess Ellsie Littlejohn, Junior Attendant Hope Patterson, Queen Candidate Alyvia Quibell, Queen Candidate Taylor Hermanson, Queen Alyssa Hoyles, King Trypp Castillo, King Candidate Jerimiah Johnson, King Candidate Jaxon Wilson, Junior Attendant Maddox Oihus, Prince Mac Vold. Photo by Jamie Rarick

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Homecoming King and Queen announced at Drayton Public School

Christine Jensen
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Along with the entire student body at Drayton Public School, family and friends gathered in the gymnasium to watch the 2025-26 Homecoming Coronation ceremony held Monday, Sept. 22, at 2:30 p.m.Counselor Lauri Logsdon began the ceremony by welcoming and thanking everyone for attending.
The North Dakota News Cooperative

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News Staff
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
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