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Unity Medical Center launches preventive health and wellness outreach program

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Unity Medical Center launches preventive health and wellness outreach program

News Staff

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Unity Medical Center has announced a new quality improvement initiative that is focused on strengthening preventative health and wellness within the community.

At half-time, a check was presented by Kyle Gagner of Nodak Insurance, pictured with Kyle Johnson and Ryan Beattie. Photo by Jamie Rarick

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Half-Court challenge adds excitement and boosts donation at D-V-E game

Rebecca Davis

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Fans at the Drayton Valley-Edinburg boys basketball game on Feb. 5 got more than just game action when a halftime half-court challenge brought excitement — and support — to the school’s booster club.

Drayton students celebrate kindness during the Great Kindness Challenge. Photo by Jamie Rarick

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Drayton Public School embraces the Great Kindness Challenge

News Staff

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

22 million youth are showing their kindness. See It. Feel It. Share It.Submitted by Jessica Gunderson At a time when the world needs more connection, compassion, and positivity, Drayton Public School proudly participated in the 15th annual Great Kindness Challenge during the week of Jan. 26–30.

Tongue River Braves 4-H

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Tongue River Braves 4-H Club to host free-will breakfast fundraiser

Valley News And Views Staff

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

The Tongue River Braves 4-H Club is inviting the community to enjoy the most important meal of the day with family and friends at the annual Pembina County 4-H Pancake and Sausage Breakfast on Sunday, Feb.15, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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Legislative report by Rep. David Monson, District 19

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026

I don't do Facebook myself but read it occasionally. Rep. Kathy Froelich of District 15 from the Devils Lake area said it perfectly on Facebook, in my opinion.

Armored warriors face each other in a battle demonstration at the Norsk Høstfest in Minot in 2024. (Photo courtesy of Visit Minot/ND Tourism)

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Norsk Høstfest ceases operations due to rising costs, declining attendance

Michael Achterling/ North Dakota Monitor

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

The board of a Scandinavian heritage festival in North Dakota with a nearly 50-year history announced Thursday it has ceased operations and will not host a festival in 2026.

Third and seventh-graders could receive $150 for submitting a winning essay.

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North Dakota League of Cities announces 2026 “If I were Mayor” essay contest

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026

By Valley News and Views Staff Third and seventh graders living in North Dakota are invited to participate in the annual “If I Were Mayor” essay contest hosted by the North Dakota League of Cities (NDLC).

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North Dakota Department of Commerce opens applications for Innovate ND grant program

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026

The North Dakota Department of Commerce has announced that applications are now open for the Innovate ND grant program.Entrepreneurs across the state are encouraged to apply by Feb.26, to be considered for this round of funding and support.

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Ag producers in worst threemonth cost-price gap since 2015, new USDA data shows

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026

The analysis of federal price indexes also shows agricultural producers have consistently paid more to operate than they have received in return, with costs outpacing prices in every month since at least 2015.

Gov. Kelly Armstrong, left, announces the Governor’s Legacy Soil Health and Habitat Program on Jan. 29, 2026, with Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring. (Photo by Jacob Orledge/North Dakota Monitor)

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North Dakota program seeks to transform less productive cropland into wildlife habitat

Jacob Orledge/north Dakota Monitor

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

North Dakota is creating a pilot program to encourage landowners to convert less productive agricultural land into grass habitat for wildlife.The program aims to improve soil health, reduce erosion and enhance water quality. But Gov.

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