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Prism of prose

Do you have a problem which seems larger than your life? How do we approach a problem so big it overshadows us? To go up against Goliath all David needed for the fight was a trust in God and a small stone. The shepherd’s heart is what had prepared David to serve in the LORD’s battle.
If Jesus Came With You to School, What Would You Do?

If Jesus Came With You to School, What Would You Do?

If Jesus Came With You to School, What Would You Do?

“If Jesus came with me to school, I would respect him and everyone else, too. I would not hit, would not call people names, and I would not or push,” says Michael, age 6.We have a tendency to act one way around some people and put our best foot forward around others.
Drayton teacher Allison Riddle. Submitted photo

Drayton teacher Allison Riddle. Submitted photo

Local teacher gets certification in record time

Teaching is a profession many are called to execute. For one area teacher, earning her certification in record time took a great deal of perseverance and determination but with help and encouragement from others, she was able to successfully complete what she was determined to succeed at.
Homegrown handmade

Homegrown handmade

Homegrown handmade

For one area woman, carrying on the traditions of her ancestors not only helps honor their memories, but also brings purpose, peace, and a chance to teach her grandchildren what she grew up learning.LeeAnn Johnson's favorite place to be is in her kitchen, cooking and canning delicacies of all types.
Darlene, Gerry, Georgie, Dale, Rose, Mike pose for a photo during their outing at Icelandic State Park. Submitted photo

Darlene, Gerry, Georgie, Dale, Rose, Mike pose for a photo during their outing at Icelandic State Park. Submitted photo

An adventure to Icelandic State Park

By Heather Duerre, Life Enrichment Director at Pembilier Nursing Center Hello from all of us at PNC! This summer we have had some fun sightseeing adventures on our PNC bus. Last week, however, our adventure was a little more special as we motored to Icelandic State Park.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

50th annual Threshing Show this weekend

The Northeast North Dakota Pioneer Machinery Association will be hitting a milestone this weekend when they present their 50th annual Threshing Show in Park River.The show grounds is located three blocks south of the intersection of Highway 17 and County Road 12B.Things will start at 7:30 a.m.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

2025 Catfish Capital Challenge top ten

1st place Al & Lisa Erickson2nd place August Bach & Brooke Criswell3rd place Tony Burnside & JT “Porkchop” Lloyd4th place Scott Schmidt & Chad Dunwald5th place Dave Clement & Wayne Pietruszewski6th place Ray Lee & Emma Voorhees7th place Wade & Lacey Anderson8th place Josh Weber & Phil Hartwig9th...
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Valley News & Views

Mini-Museum Alive to be held in Minto Sunday

The Walsh County Historical Museum located in Minto will be hosting its Mini-Museum Alive this Sunday, August 24, from noon until 5 p.m.The gates of the museum will open at noon. Activities include the Minto School hall of fame at 1 p.m., and horse drawn carriage rides from 2-4 p.m.
RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

Sugarbeet harvest prepile kicks offThe sugarbeet harvest pre-pile has started. Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Director Harrison Weber said that recent rain may slow some growers, but harvest is underway at multiple piling sites, progressing from south to north.