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Dakota Gardener: Be “water wise” — grow native plants

Dakota Gardener: Be “water wise” — grow native plants

Dakota Gardener: Be “water wise” — grow native plants

In 2011, Texas experienced its worst one-year drought since 1895. Water restrictions were intense, and reducing landscape watering was always first on the list. That summer, the lawns were all dry and crunchy.

Health Tip

Provided by Cavalier County Health District Everyone 65 and older and those with weakened immune systems should get a second dose of the 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccine six months after their last dose to stay protected against severe illness from COVID-19.
North of the Border: Chasing waterfalls

North of the Border: Chasing waterfalls

North of the Border: Chasing waterfalls

As the snow finally gives up and melts away, Manitoba turns into a full-blown water show. Everything rushes, trickles, or roars—and honestly, nothing shows off spring better than a good waterfall.
Prairie Doc Perspective: There’s no place like home – home safety evaluations

Prairie Doc Perspective: There’s no place like home – home safety evaluations

Prairie Doc Perspective: There’s no place like home – home safety evaluations

In my role as a hospitalist, I am always happy when a patient is healthy enough to be discharged. A resounding majority of people want to go back to their homes after leaving the hospital. What we do not want is an unsafe environment leading to repeat injuries resulting in a hospital readmission.