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Prairie Doc Perspective: On the spectrum

Prairie Doc Perspective: On the spectrum

Prairie Doc Perspective: On the spectrum

Debra Johnston, Md
Friday, September 19, 2025
I had a friend in high school who was generally considered a bit odd. He didn’t dress quite right, never knew how to “read the room,” and often talked far too long and in far too much detail about computers— at a time when very few households even had one.
Fall is the time of year when Tiger Eyes give us a spectacular display of colors. (Flickr photo by jacki-dee)

Fall is the time of year when Tiger Eyes give us a spectacular display of colors. (Flickr photo by jacki-dee)

Dakota Gardener: Tiger Eyes, a fall showstopper

News Staff
Friday, September 19, 2025
When I was in high school, I used to work at a greenhouse and nursery. During my time there, I was introduced to so many different plants, but one plant that always stuck out to me was the Tiger Eyes sumac, or referred to by its common name, the cutleaf staghorn sumac. It is one of my favorite landscape shrubs.
From the Pastor’s Desk:

From the Pastor’s Desk:

From the Pastor’s Desk:

Father Kurtis Gunwall
Friday, September 19, 2025
Last week, I wrote about birthdays and the dignity of every human life, of hard-heartedness and mercy, and of the Merciful Father (Prodigal Son). As I wrote my article, I did not connect that we would use special readings this last weekend. Sept. 14 is the Feast of the Exultation of the Cross in our calendar, and since it fell on Sunday, we focused on Jesus’ cross and triumph over sin and death. Perhaps your church may still have used the story of the Two Sons. Either way, I hope it was a good reflection for you; it was for me.
Pizza types vary in crust thickness, sauces, toppings and order of the ingredients. (Pixabay photo)

Pizza types vary in crust thickness, sauces, toppings and order of the ingredients. (Pixabay photo)

Prairie Fare: Pizza — A slice of nutrition

News Staff
Thursday, September 11, 2025
“Do you know which is the most popular handout on the NDSU Extension website?” someone asked me. I was surprised by the answer: “Your handout about how to make a pizza!” Of all the handouts I have written, I did not think that “7 Steps to Making Your Own Pizza” would be the most popular and be shared around the world.
Prairie Doc® Perspective: What questions do you have?

Prairie Doc® Perspective: What questions do you have?

Prairie Doc® Perspective: What questions do you have?

Dr. Jill Kruse
Thursday, September 11, 2025
We have all heard it before. Before the end of the visit, the doctor will usually ask, “Do you have any questions?” That is usually the precise moment that my mind goes completely blank. Every question I can think of seems silly or embarrassing. I know the doctor is busy so I don’t want to “bother” him/her by taking up too much of their time. I really do not want to look stupid or ignorant. So, I say nothing, smile and the doctor leaves the room shortly afterwards. As soon as that door closes, the flood gates open and all the questions I should have asked bubble to the surface. Now it feels too late to ask them. Sound familiar?
Swallowtail butterflies are important pollinators and their colorful, scaled wings, dabbed with yellow and blue, are a delightful sight among the flowers. (NDSU photo)

Swallowtail butterflies are important pollinators and their colorful, scaled wings, dabbed with yellow and blue, are a delightful sight among the flowers. (NDSU photo)

Dakota Gardener: A welcome garden visitor

News Staff
Thursday, September 11, 2025
When I work in the garden, I keep my eyes open for any fun visitors I might find. Notable visitors have been garden spiders and centipedes, not my children’s favorite. This year, I had my sights set on something they weren’t afraid to help me track down.
Although we often hear about the dangers of eating produce with pesticide residues, bacteria are more likely to cause health issues. (Pixabay photo)

Although we often hear about the dangers of eating produce with pesticide residues, bacteria are more likely to cause health issues. (Pixabay photo)

Prairie Fare: Do you know the six steps to fruit and vegetable safety?

News Staff
Thursday, September 4, 2025
“What’s the best way to clean fresh produce?” someone asked. “I’ve heard that strawberries are especially a problem.” “We recommend using plenty of running water and a vegetable brush on firmer-skinned produce.
Dr. Patti Berg-Poppe

Dr. Patti Berg-Poppe

Prairie Doc Perspective: Nurturing active childhoods in a high-tech world

Dr. Patti Berg-poppe And Dr. Hsin-yi “tanya” Liu
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Long before children say their first words or pick up a pencil, they’re learning through their bodies. They kick, reach, roll, crawl and explore hardwired to interact with the world through movement. From the very beginning, motor and sensory experiences are how babies discover their environment and how their brains begin to grow and organize.
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