LPH PROVIDER CONNECTION:

Navigating the rise of COVID-19, influenza, and RSV: Protecting our community I would like to take this opportunity to address the significant rise in COVID-19, influenza, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) cases both in our community and across the country.

Peace Garden offers free entry for seniors

Every Wednesday from now until April 9, the International Peace Garden is offering free entry to seniors age 55 and up, along with an afternoon itinerary including an educational presentation, a stroll through the Conservatory, a craft activity, and tea.

Prairie Doc® Perspective There are more than ample reasons to be concerned about your vision

Recently, I had a gentleman come for an annual wellness visit. He hadn’t had one for quite some time, and I could tell he was a little uncertain about what to expect.

Dakota Gardener: How to keep your green thumb busy in the winter

Groundhog Day was Feb. 2 and Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, which means another six weeks of winter. I don’t know about you, but this isn’t a shock for me. Most North Dakotans come to expect this prediction.

From the Pastor’s Desk:

“You shall treat this fiftieth year as sacred. You shall proclaim liberty in the land for all its inhabitants.

Behavioral health residential treatment facility opens in Jamestown

BISMARCK, ND - North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the opening of Bridges to Recovery, a new residential treatment program in Jamestown that provides a safe, supportive place for individuals to focus on their recovery.

Cavalier County Senior Menu

Cavalier County Senior Meals & Services, Langdon Monday, Feb. 24 BBQ Chicken/Potato Bake/ Green Beans/Fruit Tuesday, Feb.

Walhalla Senior Meals Menu

Monday, Feb. 24 Sausage/Sauerkraut•Mashed Potatoes•Mixed Vegetables•Applesauce with Cinnamon Tuesday, Feb.

Senate rejects bill related to new casino

The North Dakota Senate has rejected SB 2376, which would have added land southwest of the city of Grand Forks and is owned by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, to the state’s gaming compact with the tribe.

Legislative update

It is a cold February, and this coming week looks even worse with a negative 30 in the forecast. I was unable to do a report last week as flu bugs were traveling around and the cold sure does not help in that regard. I missed two days of the session which I absolutely hate to do, but it happens.