VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – A thought stimulus, “Today is the first day of the rest of our lives”.

Our Chamber is hosting a Cocoa and Coffee Crawl Saturday March 5th. Tickets available at the Valley City Area Chamber located in the Rosebud Visitors Center.

Finally, a weather forecast that is quit a bit more tolerable than what we have endured the last eight weeks or so. Hang in there as spring is nearing. It is icy, though, so please be careful.

Last week I had cataract surgery, which was amazing as there was not a time during the process where there was any discomfort and the next day my vision was improved. Sunday in church I noticed how much brighter the colors in the stained glass windows are. Colors and whites, both are more beautiful; I am grateful.

While we’re in “tournament season,” did you ever wonder from where game officials come? Interestingly they are people just like us who want to “give back” to the sports & fine arts that have been good to them over time. For further information about becoming a sports official or fine arts judge, contact the NDHSAA at https://ndhsaa.com/ or call: 701-845-3953.

With our world’s challenges today, let’s pray that, “peace and diplomacy overcome anger and fighting”. “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” (John F. Kennedy)

Blessings, Respect, Kindness and Prayers.

Dave Carlsrud

Valley City Mayor