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Lesa Van Camp

Lesa Van Camp

Life in the slow lane?

|People wait for the big end of season football game known as the Superbowl game. I am not particularly one of those people. I have watched the game over the years. Sometimes I am more invested in the game than other years.I used to watch the game for the commercials and the half time show.
Prairie fare: Current egg prices scramble omelet costs

Prairie fare: Current egg prices scramble omelet costs

Prairie fare: Current egg prices scramble omelet costs

“What is the surcharge on eggs?” I asked our server as she poured us cups of coffee.I was perusing the somewhat apologetic sign on the restaurant table. The increase in egg prices had caused them to charge customers a little extra for eggs.“It’s $30 per egg,” she said. “$30?
Prairie doc perspective: Popeye and testosterone replacement

Prairie doc perspective: Popeye and testosterone replacement

Prairie doc perspective: Popeye and testosterone replacement

A few (or more) years ago, Popeye the Sailor Man was an inspirational cartoon character. When needed, the superhero would quickly swallow some spinach and become strong, able to pack a punch that would defeat any evil villain.
Northern Pike winterkill at Goose Lake in 2023. Photo by Ashley Peterson, NDGF

Northern Pike winterkill at Goose Lake in 2023. Photo by Ashley Peterson, NDGF

North Dakota outdoors

Working our way through winter and fishingRemember last fall? For most of us it was filled with sunshine, warmth and appreciation. When November deer season opened, the extended autumn continued with many areas of the state enjoying temperatures around 45 degrees, and 50 was common.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Drayton school seeks new superintendent

Once again, the superintendent position that serves Drayton’s public school is in need of filling.This position is currently held by Michael Babinski, who is entering retirement June 30.
Poster contest to help promote sun safety

Poster contest to help promote sun safety

Poster contest to help promote sun safety

Submitted by Kari Helgoe, Pembina County extension North Dakota youth will have a chance to demonstrate their creativity and knowledge of being safe in the sun all year long in the “sun safety” poster contest. Most people know someone who has or has had skin cancer.
Rep. Nico Rios, R-Williston, has proposed repealing the Office of Legal Immigration, less than two years after the office was formed. Others say it is needed as part of the state’s overall workforce strategy. Photo by Tom Stromme, Tribune

Rep. Nico Rios, R-Williston, has proposed repealing the Office of Legal Immigration, less than two years after the office was formed. Others say it is needed as part of the state’s overall workforce strategy. Photo by Tom Stromme, Tribune

Bill proposes repeal of immigration office amidst workforce crisis

Repeal could impact businesses already in the process of bringing over workersRep. Nico Rios (R-Williston) says the concept is simple: Tax dollars should not be used to bring in foreign workers for work in North Dakota that could be done by American citizens.
Great entertainment, dueling gospel pianos

Great entertainment, dueling gospel pianos

Great entertainment, dueling gospel pianos

Get ready for an afternoon featuring ‘Dueling Gospel Pianos,’ with uplifting sing-along gospel songs, guest musicians, and a chance to support a local charity. Join us at Cavalier Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Feb. 16, at 2:00 PM for a musical celebration.
It’s time to quit during Through With Chew Week and The Great American Spit Out, Feb. 16-22, 2025.

It’s time to quit during Through With Chew Week and The Great American Spit Out, Feb. 16-22, 2025.

Through With Chew Week is Feb. 16-22

Make this the year you say goodbye to any smokeless tobacco or oral nicotine products, such as nicotine pouches. Join others across North Dakota in taking the first step during Through With Chew Week and The Great American Spit Out, Feb. 16-22, 2025.
Two years of complimentary identity protection services

Two years of complimentary identity protection services

Two years of complimentary identity protection services

Victims of the PowerSchool breach are urged to enrollNorth Dakota Information Technology (NDIT) continues to actively work with school districts across the state in response to a data breach that was discovered on Dec.