VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The founder of the local Young People’s  Healthy Heart Program and Barnes County On The Move, Sharon Buhr received a distinguished alumni award of merit nomination from the University of Minnesota.

The registered dietitian has been a strong advocate for teaching people how to live a healthier life and a mentor for several students studying to be a dietitian.

Buhr told NewsDakota.com, “I was very humbled and honored to receive this award from one of the top schools of public health in the nation.”

But she said there is so much yet to do to help our community and its people be the healthiest possible. Below is a good description of the Buhr accomplishments.

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Buhr Alumni Award