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Iced Cinnamon Star

Iced Cinnamon Star

Iced Cinnamon Star Cookies

News Staff
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
For the cookies:2 1/2 cups almond flour1 1/4 cups powdered sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt2 large egg whites1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the icing:1 cup powdered sugar3 tablespoons milk, more if needed1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1.
Gardens connect us with nature, reducing our stress and providing a calm environment that allows our attention to wander and our curiosity to grow. (NDSU photo)

Gardens connect us with nature, reducing our stress and providing a calm environment that allows our attention to wander and our curiosity to grow. (NDSU photo)

Dakota Gardener: A thankful gardener

News Staff
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
The gardening season has officially ended. Hopefully, you have everything ready for winter and are ready to enjoy the holiday season.As I prepare for the holiday season, I am also taking time to reflect on the improvements needed and the success of my garden this growing season.
Yard maintenance in the fall is a good way to get aerobic exercise coupled with muscle training. (Pixabay photo)

Yard maintenance in the fall is a good way to get aerobic exercise coupled with muscle training. (Pixabay photo)

Prairie Fare: The leaf monster workout — Fitness hidden in fall chores

News Staff
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
“You look like a leaf monster!” I said to my dog, who trotted in the back door.His wiry fur was completely covered in crispy leaves. Our 40-year-old maple tree had finally dropped its leaves, and our dog rolled in them.Our dog promptly shook his body, sending leaves flying all over our living room.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Op-Ed submission

News Staff
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Small towns in North Dakota keep getting smaller. When this happens, small towns struggle to keep their volunteer services.Services such as fire, ambulance, and other medical services.Last spring, Drayton lost their clinic because it wasn’t financially feasible to keep it open.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

From the pastor’s desk

Leroy Aufenkamp
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
My brother and my father-in-law were born on the same day, Dec.4. My brother would have turned 76 on that day, and my father-inlaw would have been one year shy of being a centenarian. I said “would have” because both died unexpectedly several years ago.
Photo by Clint Van Camp.

Photo by Clint Van Camp.

Prism of prose

Clint Van Camp
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
As we went through another Thanksgiving, I was reminded of all I had to be thankful for. I was also reminded that this thankfulness is not only for a day or a season.My thankfulness should be a thing of constant thought and in all my prayers.
Advent hope

Advent hope

Advent hope

Pastor Jodi Myrvik- United Lutheran Church,
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
As I drive through the streets, I notice that it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Decorations are going up inside and outside of our homes. Gifts are being ordered and bought. Yummy goodies are being prepared. Concerts and parties fill our calendars.
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