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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)

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Dakota Gardener:

Carrie Knutson, Horticulture Agent
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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)

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Prairie Fare

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
“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

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Prairie Doc Perspective

Debra Johnston, M.d.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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

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Festively chase away chills

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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.
Dear Rusty: I served in the US Army from January 1958 to Feb 1961. What increase should I receive for those years and who do I call and at what phone number? Signed: Proud Veteran

Dear Rusty: I served in the US Army from January 1958 to Feb 1961. What increase should I receive for those years and who do I call and at what phone number? Signed: Proud Veteran

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Social Security matters

Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Older veteran asks about special Social Security credit for military serviceDear Proud Veteran: First, thank you for your military service! I expect you are referring to the “special extra credits for military service” which are available to some who served in the US Military in earlier years.
HHS seeks public comment on amendment to a waiver that serves people with disabilities

HHS seeks public comment on amendment to a waiver that serves people with disabilities

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HHS seeks public comment on amendment to a waiver that serves people with disabilities

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
North Dakota Health and Human Services is seeking public comment on a Medicaid Traditional Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities/ Developmental Disabilities (IID/ DD) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) amendment application to the current Traditional IID/DD waiver dated April 1, 2024.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

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Prism of prose

Clint Van Camp
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
ThinkingChrist, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits at God’s right hand in the place of honor and power. Let heaven fill your thoughts. Do not think only about things down here on earth.
From the pastor’s desk

From the pastor’s desk

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From the pastor’s desk

Pastor Leroy Aufenkamp
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
It is sometimes said that Christians sin every day. If that is true would that not make them sinners? I want us to see that while the true “bornagain” Christian never reaches sinless perfection, he/she does not habitually sin.Robert S. Candlish in his book on “The First Epistle of John” (p.
Reverse snowbird

Reverse snowbird

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Reverse snowbird

Duane H.h. Lyon
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Greetings Dakota friends and neighbors. I have a bit more ink to spill on the subject of “no one’s coming to save you.” This is part 2. Psalm 34:18 tells us God is especially close to the broken hearted and those crushed by the lions of life.
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