The Drummer
Global positioning systems have revolutionized the way people get from point A to point B. Utilizing satellites and orbital data, GPS devices can ping these satellites and compute location anywhere on the planet. GPS-enabled maps are used in smartphones, car navigation systems and elsewhere. But...
Nothing can cut a hiking excursion short faster than a blister, ankle injury or uncomfortable shoes. Novice hikers may not think twice about footwear before hitting the trails, but a good pair of hiking shoes or boots can make all the difference between an enjoyable experience or one cut short by...
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Jams, marmalades, preserves and conserves are fruit products preserved by sugar. These products differ in gel consistency, ingredients and how the fruit is prepared. They are easy to make at home.
Jams are made from crushed or ground fruit...
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed that European chafer (Amphimallon majale) has been found for the first time in the state. This invasive insect is a severe pest of turfgrass. First found in the U.S. in New York...
Shopping for school supplies once entailed stocking up on pens, pads and notebooks. Students today still buy many of the same items, though they also now stock up on electronics.
Technology and education now go hand-in-hand. For students to find success both in and out of the classroom, the right...
In recent years, the trend of upcycling, or transforming unneeded or unwanted materials into new items or products, has become more popular. Unlike recycling, which is taking consumer materials like plastic, paper, metal, and glass and breaking them down so base materials can be remade into new,...
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Many families across Minnesota and nationally are finding themselves without a job or a reduction in pay or hours. This sudden loss of income is devastating for both families and communities. Many community partners are looking for ways...
Darrin Christensen, 32
Darrin James Christensen, age 32, of Buffalo, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2020.
He was born in St. Louis Park, Minnesota on November 18, 1987, the son of James and Colleen (Boeser).
Darrin was baptized in the spring of 1988. His rebirth through baptism and his constant...
Graduations
Univ. of North Dakota, Grand Forks
Isabella J. Johannes, of Clearwater, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts following the spring 2020 semester.
Conley S. Stumpfl, of Hanover, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering following the spring...
Sweet corn, cabbage, beans, beets, onions, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, and so much more can be found at the local Farmers Markets and food stands. Be sure to check out one close to you and get in on all that fresh, locally-grown produce.
Canning season has begun! In no time, it will be in full...
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