VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Small Business Saturday is being celebrated this Saturday, November 26th. The forecast is for a 30 degree day so get out and enjoy some shopping, food and visiting.

Our City Electrical Department has been hanging Christmas Lighting in Veterans’ Park and will be “flipping the switch” Friday, November 25th at 5:30pm. Stop by and see the handiwork. Thank you guys for making it happen.

On Thursday, November 17th, The Great American SMOKEOUT was noted for all who may want to stop chewing or smoking tobacco. There is a plethora of help available for all who want. For more, search “The Great American Smokeout.” Locally call the City County Health District Office at 845-8518.

American Education Week was celebrated November 13th-19th. Thank you to all teachers and administrators at all levels who provide learning opportunities for students. “Thank an educator.”

Winter is a time where we tend to be more sedentary than other times of the year which can lead to weight gain and poor health. Our local stores have terrific warm clothing and footwear options so being outside in the cold can be comfortable. We North Dakotans can do better so we can feel better.

Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) has a program called Bright Energy Solutions to provide savings for your homes and businesses. For information, call Marshall Senf (845-8143) or search Bright Energy Solutions.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING to all please be safe.

“When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect towards others.”             (Dalai Lama)

Blessings, Pray and Be Safe, Dave Carlsrud mayor of Valley City.