Lifestyle
Dr. Jill Kruse
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.
Thursday, September 11, 2025
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
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.
Thursday, September 11, 2025
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
“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.
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Prairie Doc Perspective: Nurturing active childhoods in a high-tech world
Dr. Patti Berg-poppe And Dr. Hsin-yi “tanya” Liu
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.
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Fall is the best season to fertilize, sow seed and control weeds in your lawn. (Flickr photo by Sergiu Bacioiu)
Dakota Gardener: Now is the best time to improve your lawn
Tom Kalb, Horticulturist, Ndsu Extension
Do you want to have a great lawn? If yes, it is time to get busy. Now is the best time of the year to fertilize your lawn.
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Prairie Doc® Perspective: Peripheral artery screening: A lifesaving check-up for your circulation
Adam Ladwig, Ph.d., Dpt And Jed Droge, Dpt
While you’ve likely had your blood pressure checked in your arm countless times, you may have never had it measured in your leg. Yet, this simple and often overlooked screening can be critical for detecting restricted blood flow.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Prairie Fare: Before licking the spoon, consider facts about flour and oatmeal
News Staff
“I thought that eggs were the problem in raw cookie dough!” someone exclaimed to me after a webinar. “Now the flour can make us sick?” “Yes, we have to be careful with flour,” I replied.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Dakota Gardener: Too much of a good thing
Joe Zeleznik, Forester/ndsu Extension
My friends in western N.D. are breathing a sigh of relief this year.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Bismarck State College recognizes Spring 2025 graduates
News Staff
More than 600 students graduated with degrees from Bismarck State College (BSC) after completing the Spring 2025 semester. The graduates were recognized at the college's 85th commencement ceremony held on May 16, 2025, at the Bismarck Event Center.
Friday, August 22, 2025
Pembilier Nursing Center:
Heather Duerre, Life Enrichment Director
Hello from all your friends at PNC! This week we had another adventure on our PNC bus. We entitled this trip our “Scenic Tour” ride.
Friday, August 22, 2025