The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda A long time ago, when I first wanted to be a columnist, who is someone who writes something that someone may or may not find interesting, the Fergus Falls Daily Journal seemed interested. This would be around the early 80s. I sent the editor there some of my first tries at writing…. Read More

Alisha Asleson Master Gardener Since its commercial release in 1991, the Honeycrisp apple has become one of the most celebrated—and most challenging—varieties in modern apple production. Developed by the University of Minnesota for cold climates, this cultivar now commands premium prices at markets across North America, thanks to its explosive crunch, juicy texture, and balanced… Read More

Ask A Trooper Sgt. Jesse Grabow Question: My grandkids get to be on their school’s “School Patrol.” I am so happy they get to help but can you talk about this? I want people to be aware to help keep them and everyone safe. Thank you for all you do.   Answer: Congratulations to your grandchildren! You should… Read More

Garver’s Movie Review Bob Garver Ah, “Demon Slayer,” the anime franchise that comes out with a new movie about once every two years with seasons’ worth of television between the movies. I don’t keep up with the series, which admittedly puts me outside the film’s target audience of its existing fanbase. If you do follow “Demon… Read More

Landmark Center Dan Broten A few spaces still remain for the two day wood carving workshop by Clayton Johnson, coming Friday and Saturday Sept. 19-20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Participants will receive step by step instruction, a 3x3x12” Basswood block, and all tools needed to carve a unique 3-dimensional face of… Read More

By Alisha Asleson Master Gardener As summer winds down and most berries fade from the garden, fall-bearing raspberries take center stage. Also known as everbearing raspberries, these vigorous plants produce fruit on the current season’s growth, allowing for a harvest in late summer through early fall. Fall-bearing raspberries can offer sweet rewards when other crops are wrapping… Read More

The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda It is a good year for raising apples. A learning year, of course, as is every  year with apples—maybe not so much the apples themselves, the trees upon which they grow. With all the Amish neighbors surrounding us here, we now have a working apple relationship with a family, headed by a… Read More

Ask A Trooper Sgt. Jesse Grabow Question: I read your last article about school buses and flashing lights. Can you do a reminder on passing a school bus?   Answer: It is illegal to pass a school bus when its red lights are flashing and its stop arm is extended. If you are driving on a divided roadway,… Read More

Landmark Center Dan Broten A free blacksmithing demonstration will be held at the Landmark Center this Saturday, Sept. 13 from 12-4 p.m. Please join N.Y. Mills Bladesmith Jerry Hobbs as he performs step by step creation of a forged damascus steel knife and leather sheath. Samples from different stages will help show the involved process… Read More

The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda “We who are about to die salute you.” That was what the gladiators said to the Emperor of Rome as they assembled in front of the royal box seats in the Roman Colosseum. And they were. About to die, that is. Beginning somewhere around 200 BC, fights to the death replaced the… Read More