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Longer days give us the sense of spring, but we are very much still in winter. Pixabay photo

Longer days give us the sense of spring, but we are very much still in winter. Pixabay photo

Dakota Gardener: Don’t let Mother Nature fool you

News Staff
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The days are getting longer. In the month of February, we gain about an hour and half of daylight from the beginning of the month to the end of the month. February always feels like the turning point of winter to me. I learned a new term, 'solar spring,' from a news clip, and it occurs from Feb. 5 to May 5. This sun-based season is when we gain the fastest increase in daylight hours.
Dakota Gardener: A cautionary tale

Dakota Gardener: A cautionary tale

Dakota Gardener: A cautionary tale

News Staff
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Disease-causing organisms can survive in seedling containers and tools used the previous year, so be sure to clean and disinfect them. Seed starting time is just around the corner.
Prairie Doc Perspective: The bones of the matter

Prairie Doc Perspective: The bones of the matter

Prairie Doc Perspective: The bones of the matter

Deb Johnston, Md
Thursday, February 19, 2026
When I was in medical school, I learned that a shocking number of people would die or be admitted to a nursing home after a hip fracture. Even today, a hip fracture can be a devastating event for an older American.
First Row (l to r): Ramsey Heck, Kiara Norrell, Ben Olmstead, Leif Olmstead Second Row: Adlee Hay, Lainy Shane, Sadie Halverson, Levi Norrell, Mallory Latozke, Olive Truver, Elena Stegman, Aubree Johnson, Brinxlee Hay, Ava Morrison, Sadie Kennedy, Charlie Heck, Adam Morrison Third Row: Pyper Shane, Ruby Morrison, Chaz Halverson, Nathan Stegman, Caroline Stegman, Malory Kemp, Oscar Hunter, Chloe Hunter, Stella Norrell, Naomi Stegman Submitted photo

First Row (l to r): Ramsey Heck, Kiara Norrell, Ben Olmstead, Leif Olmstead Second Row: Adlee Hay, Lainy Shane, Sadie Halverson, Levi Norrell, Mallory Latozke, Olive Truver, Elena Stegman, Aubree Johnson, Brinxlee Hay, Ava Morrison, Sadie Kennedy, Charlie Heck, Adam Morrison Third Row: Pyper Shane, Ruby Morrison, Chaz Halverson, Nathan Stegman, Caroline Stegman, Malory Kemp, Oscar Hunter, Chloe Hunter, Stella Norrell, Naomi Stegman Submitted photo

Pembina County 4-H names Clothing Revue winners

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
CAVALIER, N.D - The 2026 Pembina County 4-H Clothing Revue was held Feb. 9, at the Cavalier E Free Church with 31 youth representing 54 entries. The 4-H Clothing Revue included entries for: Buy & Show, Sew & Show, and Decorate Your Duds. Buy & Show participants purchased or recycled a major item of clothing that related to a wardrobe plan. Sew & Show participants constructed half or more of the clothing that was modeled. Decorate Your Duds participants created embellishments for a garment or accessory. In the non-wearable category, youth showcased items that were sewn.
Prairie Fare: Wintry days and the vitamin D dilemma

Prairie Fare: Wintry days and the vitamin D dilemma

Prairie Fare: Wintry days and the vitamin D dilemma

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Vitamin D helps our immune system fend off bacteria and viruses, and it helps our nerves fire and our muscles contract. We were seated at a sunny table in a restaurant recently.
Prairie Doc® Perspective: Spring into seasonal allergies

Prairie Doc® Perspective: Spring into seasonal allergies

Prairie Doc® Perspective: Spring into seasonal allergies

Jill Kruse, Do
Thursday, February 12, 2026
The groundhog may have seen his shadow, but Spring will be here soon. While many of us look forward to warmer days and blooming flowers, those who suffer from seasonal allergies know that the return of grass, budding trees, and blooming flowers can lead to more sneezing than smiles. Welcome to the Spring allergy season.
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