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AARP fraud watch: Is it really your grandchild calling?

AARP fraud watch: Is it really your grandchild calling?

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AARP fraud watch: Is it really your grandchild calling?

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
A panicked call claiming a grandchild is in danger can trigger fear — exactly the reaction scammers use to override logical thinking.In the “grandparent scam,” criminals pose as grandchildren who are in jail, hospitalized or otherwise in trouble and urgently need money.
If an excavation company is hired for a project that requires digging, it is that company's responsibility to place the 8-1-1 ticket. (NDSU photo)

If an excavation company is hired for a project that requires digging, it is that company's responsibility to place the 8-1-1 ticket. (NDSU photo)

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Producers and homeowners should call 8-1-1 before any digging projects

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
As producers and homeowners begin fall digging projects, such as tile drainage, a new fence or even landscape projects in the yard, they all have an important call to make.
Drought brings increased risk of livestock nitrate poisoning

Drought brings increased risk of livestock nitrate poisoning

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Drought brings increased risk of livestock nitrate poisoning

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
As drought intensifies, many farmers are deciding to harvest droughtstressed crops for livestock forage.In some areas of the state, farmers have already harvested small grains as hay.
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NDFU calls on Congress to pass a farm bill

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
North Dakota Farmers Union called on Congress to complete the farm bill process after the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee failed to pass a farm bill on Thursday.“Family farmers and ranchers have been advocating to get a farm bill done for three years now.
RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Frustration mounts after Ag Committee vote – Senate Agriculture Committee Chair John Bozeman is frustrated after the farm bill failed to advance. The Arkansas Republican blamed Democrats for blocking the bill over disagreements involving SNAP cost sharing, saying farmers are paying the price.
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Echoes from the past | Aug. 13-19

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
A look back at national, state and local history from this week in years past.Aug. 14, 1935 - FDR signed the Social Security Act into Law Aug.
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Prairie Doc Perspective: Connection is the answer

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
By Leah Hendrickson, CSW-PIP, QMHP The human race has never been more connected to one another.We can reach family, friends and strangers across the world in mere seconds. Despite this alleged connectedness, loneliness is everywhere. The U.S.
Late summer is the prime time for food preservation, so be sure to follow safety guidelines closely. (Pixabay photo)

Late summer is the prime time for food preservation, so be sure to follow safety guidelines closely. (Pixabay photo)

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Prairie Fare: : When preserving food, be a scientist

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
“I want to preserve green beans, but I’m afraid of pressure canners,” my caller said. “Isn’t there a workaround?”“You could freeze or dry them,” I said.She said she didn’t like the texture of frozen beans. I suggested pickling them.“That might be good in a Bloody Mary,” she said with a laugh.
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