Luann Dart
5-4-3-2-1. Pam Emmil didn’t count on a pain medication prescription plummeting her into addiction. But those five numbers helped count her steps back to sobriety. And to a thriving, therapeutic business.
Wrapped around Emmil’s wrists are the bracelets that not only helped her overcome her addiction, but which are now part of her business, 5 Second Rule Bracelet.
She now shares her personal journey of opioid addiction – and recovery – through her business, as she sells bracelets and other jewelry with a message.
A garden in Verendrye Electric Cooperative’s service territory perfectly portrays the parable about the mustard seed: Sow a single seed and it can grow into a bountiful harvest.
A single idea planted into a single garden eventually grew into The Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry Garden, providing thousands of pounds of fresh produce to those in need in Ward County.
Visitors to the 42nd annual Big Iron Farm Show presented by the Cass County Farm Bureau will immerse themselves in three days of hands-on agricultural advancements. The three-day celebration of agriculture includes informational exhibit booths, innovative field demonstrations and opportunities to see the latest in agriculture unveiled. And admission and parking are free!
Sibyl Center shares joyful sounds of music
With its stained glass windows, soaring ceilings and historical ambience, the Sibyl Center is a community hub for the arts in downtown Stanley.
Now in its 19th season, the center hosts a full schedule of entertainment, arts, musical performances and social events from April through October.
Spurred by a legacy of fearless feats on bucking broncs or wide-eyed wrecks from atop 1-ton bulls, the Wing Rodeo celebrates its 75th anniversary this year.
During the 6 p.m. rodeos Friday, July 8, and Saturday, July 9, entrants will tug on their boots, tighten the cinch and vie for the prize in conjunction with Wing Community Days.
