Entrepreneurs in Western ND

by Jessie Veeder Gwen Bohmbach and Nellie Hofland get mistaken for sisters on a daily basis, their petite frames, bright eyes and friendly demeanor easily convincing new acquaintances of their relation. “I can see where they might draw that conclusion, I mean, we’re...

A Few Minutes with Sheila Taormina

Sheila Taormina is an Olympic Gold Medalist in Swimming and is the only woman to have competed in three different sports (swimming, triathlon, pentathlon) in different Olympiads. She was recently in Bismarck to conduct a swimming clinic. IW Based on your experience,...

Moms That Sew

Editor’s Note: Melissa Ahonen and Erica Hager were co-workers at American Eagle over ten years ago. They both switched jobs, then became reacquainted through Etsy, when they started their businesses. The two ladies have a lot in common and appreciate the...

What the Heck is Quinoa?

by Pam Vukelic Quinoa is not likely to show up in one of your mother’s favorite recipes but everyone seems to be talking about it. What is it, why all the hype, and does it deserve it? Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is an ancient crop which South American people...