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Preparing low-calorie meals at home is key to a successful New Year's resolution to maintain a healthy weight. Pixabay photo.

Preparing low-calorie meals at home is key to a successful New Year's resolution to maintain a healthy weight. Pixabay photo.

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Prairie Fare: A New Year’s resolution for an old friend

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
Body A better relationship with food and exercise is on the minds of many people in 2026. I had a conversation with an old friend of mine on Zoom.
From the Pastor’s Desk

From the Pastor’s Desk

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From the Pastor’s Desk: Come and see

Pastor Sue Mackey
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Body Read: John 1:29-42 Every once in a while, the disciples thought about how different their lives would have been if they had never met Jesus. It all started in a very undramatic way. John the Baptist was standing with two of his followers when Jesus walked by.
Julie Garden-Robinson, Ph.D., R.D., L.R.D., is a North Dakota State University Extension food and nutrition specialist and professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences.

Julie Garden-Robinson, Ph.D., R.D., L.R.D., is a North Dakota State University Extension food and nutrition specialist and professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences.

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Prairie Fare: Does goal setting for health really work?

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Thursday, January 8, 2026
Body I walked by my shiny guitar in our music room. My previous goal was to learn how to play it.
Take special precautions against cross-contamination when cooking for people with allergies and intolerances — just like how you would when handling raw meat. (Pixabay photo)

Take special precautions against cross-contamination when cooking for people with allergies and intolerances — just like how you would when handling raw meat. (Pixabay photo)

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Prairie Fare: Food allergies and gluten safety — What every cook should know

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Thursday, January 1, 2026
Body “Let’s move the flour to the basement pantry,” I said to my husband. Since one of our family members has celiac disease, food storage and preparation are special safety considerations.
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