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Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

North Dakota Legacy Fund

A North Dakota Retirement and Investment Office (RIO) report to the Legacy and Budget Stabilization Fund Advisory Board this month highlighted the progress of the Legacy Fund’s in-state investment program.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Updated Port of Entry hours announced

On Monday, the US Custom and Border Protections announced it will be adjusting the hours of operation at 38 northern ports of entry between the US and Canada.In our region, the Neche Port of Entry will expand from 8a-4p to 8a-6p.
Along the way

Along the way

Along the way

|“Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words and never stops at all.”- Emily DickinsonIn the sanctuary of our own journeys there is breath in the cornerstones of renewal and restoration.
Life in the slow lane?

Life in the slow lane?

Life in the slow lane?

Time to get settledLast week I arrived at my winter home. I have spent the days since getting settled and trying to remember where I have everything.Slowly I am getting caught up on what is going on in the community. I have greeted some of my neighbors and friends.
Different than sweet corn and field corn, popcorn is a type of corn with kernels that burst when heated. (NDSU photo)

Different than sweet corn and field corn, popcorn is a type of corn with kernels that burst when heated. (NDSU photo)

Dakota Gardener:

A popping experimentDid you try to grow anything new in your garden this growing season?If you are a regular reader of this column, you know I usually try to grow a new fruit or vegetable at home or in my school gardens. I had great success with okra last year.
Milk and wheat are two of the 'Big 9' most common allergens that must be listed in the ingredient statement on food packages. (Pixabay photo)

Milk and wheat are two of the 'Big 9' most common allergens that must be listed in the ingredient statement on food packages. (Pixabay photo)

Prairie Fare

“Did you get sick when you stayed with us?” I asked.“No, not once,” he responded. “Whew!” I thought to myself. He probably noticed my observations while he lived with us for a month.Our former guest has celiac disease so I took many precautions. I moved all the flour out of the kitchen.
Prairie Doc Perspective

Prairie Doc Perspective

Prairie Doc Perspective

Caring for Expectant MomsLately my teenager has been fascinated by medical dramas. Although my “doctor self” is usually rolling my eyes throughout the program, it’s often a good conversation starter.One recent show featured a pregnant woman who experienced one medical crisis after another.
Festively chase away chills

Festively chase away chills

Festively chase away chills

Cooler temperatures have arrived to coincide with what many characterize as the most festive time of year. The period from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day is filled with major holidays and many opportunities for friends and family to gather together in good cheer.