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Advanced weapons: Northrop Grumman, US Air Force accelerate Sentinel program

Northrop Grumman and the U.S. Air Force are achieving substantial progress across the Sentinel program, advancing toward first flight in 2027 and initial capability in the early 2030s. From missile testing and infrastructure prototyping to supply chain readiness, Sentinel is accelerating ...

Thankful Mom urges blood donors to give

Approaching Mother’s Day, Vitalant encourages blood donors to give in honor of mothers this May. A Minnesota mom is urging the community to support blood donation following her need for life-saving blood. What began as a routine delivery quickly became a life-threatening emergency for ...

Pembina, Rough Rider campsite reservations to open

BISMARCK — Reservations for campsites at Pembina Gorge State Park and Rough Rider State Park open Tuesday, May 5, the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department announced. Pembina Gorge State Park, the department’s newest state park, is nearing completion and will open for camping ...

NDAD awards grant to Kalix program in Rolla

ROLLA – NDAD announced the organization has awarded $7,300 through its Adaptive Recreation Grant to Kalix’s Day Habilitation program in Rolla. The program provides a wide range of skill‑building, sensory, and recreational activities for eligible participants. With this grant, the Rolla ...

Prairie Fare: A balanced plate starts in the morning

“There was nothing for me to eat on the breakfast buffet, Julie.” “Remember, I have diabetes,” he added as I sat next to him at one of the tables. I had noticed the buffet was filled with sweet rolls and lacked high-protein options. “It was heavy on carbs,” I agreed. “I was ...

Dakota Gardener: Victory gardens are trending in 2026

Three people contacted me over the last two weeks and inquired about victory gardens. At my age, I am not very trendy, but this wartime concept seems to be gaining traction in 2026. Victory gardens originated during World War I to encourage homeowners, schoolchildren and others to grow fresh ...