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The benefits of eating together as a family apply whether the meals are at home or out and about. (Pixabay photo)

The benefits of eating together as a family apply whether the meals are at home or out and about. (Pixabay photo)

Prairie Fare: Keep the tradition of family meals

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“This is grotesque!” my husband exclaimed. I looked up from my magazine to see what had piqued his interest.
By implementing cost-saving strategies, you can create a high-production home garden without breaking the bank. (Unsplash photo)

By implementing cost-saving strategies, you can create a high-production home garden without breaking the bank. (Unsplash photo)

Dakota Gardener: How to save money in a high-production home garden

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In today’s world where every penny counts and sustainable living is increasingly becoming a priority, home gardening offers a dual benefit; the joy of growing fresh produce and the opportunity to save money in the process. In this article, we’ll explore strategies to help you save money in your high-production home garden.
Bible camp in Park River loses two staff members in car accident

Bible camp in Park River loses two staff members in car accident

Bible camp in Park River loses two staff members in car accident

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Three people die in fiery head-on crash in Ransom County A team of local pastors and board members of the Park River Bible Camp have been working tirelessly after the sudden loss of two of their staff members on June 11. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, at 4:18p.m., 66-year-old Keith Williams, a resident of West Fargo, was traveling eastbound on Highway 27, east of the town of Lisbon.
Langdon’s Aerie 3454 Auxiliary celebrates half a century

Langdon’s Aerie 3454 Auxiliary celebrates half a century

Langdon’s Aerie 3454 Auxiliary celebrates half a century

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Last Saturday, the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Langdon was filled with its Aerie Auxiliary members to celebrate a special occasion - a half a century of fellowship and service among the women. According to Maria Rohde, president of the Auxiliary, the dinner was attended by current and past members, who were served a hearty meatball, mashed potatoes, salad bar and dessert meal catered by Czech Wagon from Lankin. The party was then opened to the public with Hard Times hitting the stage at 8:00 p.m.
Walhalla Public Library News

Walhalla Public Library News

Walhalla Public Library News

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Our Summer Reading Program was a hit again. Deirdre Lee from Icelandic State Park hosted this week. Thank you, Deirdre, for doing a wonderful job with the kids. She taught them how to make a terrarium. The kids loved it and got to take home their own maple tree. Next Tuesday, June 18 at 11:30 a.m., the Diva Dogs will be here. Come join in on the fun!!

NDSU Dean’s List announced

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Students must earn a 3.50 grade point average or higher and be enrolled in at least nine class credits to be eligible for the Dean’s List. For the semester, 3,574 students qualified.
A Saint’s Shoutout:

A Saint’s Shoutout:

A Saint’s Shoutout:

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I want to share some important thoughts with you about a fact that many educators, including myself, find concerning—the summer reading slide. This is a topic that I am deeply passionate about because it directly impacts the educational success of our children.
Pembilier Nursing Center: Betty rocks!

Pembilier Nursing Center: Betty rocks!

Pembilier Nursing Center: Betty rocks!

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Hello from your friends at PNC! Well, it is time again to share another story about one of our residents that “rocks!” Betty Borgen was born in the house of a midwife that resided in Langdon, N.D. The fact she was born in a house is crazy enough, but to add even more craziness to the story, the house was owned by the great aunt of Floyd (Betty’s future husband)! Anyways, Betty was one of 13 children.