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American Indians face some unique challenges when it comes to caring for their health. Culturally, we view health in a holistic manner as a balance of our bodies, mind and spirit that allows for good health. Historically, the women would have knowledge of herbs and men would be spiritual healers.

The Community Services Program at Northwest Community Action Partnership (NCAP) is searching for volunteers to help run the Valentine Extra Helpings food pantry. The Extra Helpings Food Pantry serves approximately 80 individuals monthly and distributes about 18,974 pounds of food annually. The Valentine Extra Helpings food pantry promotes client choice; that way, the clients can shop and get the food they like instead of being given a bag. The Food Pantry is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Earth Day is quickly approaching, and it is a great reminder to do some spring cleaning. As we look to ways to improve our environment inside and out, the Poison Center encourages you to check your cabinets, cupboards, and bags to find any expired, unwanted, or unused medications. Timely disposal of prescription and over the counter medicines can reduce the risk of others taking the medications accidentally or misusing the medications. Keep your medications in their original containers, locked up, and stored out of sight. Call your local poison center for more information about medication safety.

Lincoln – The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) recognizes April as Autism Awareness Month, known as Autism Acceptance Month since 2021 to ignite change and acceptance in the lives of individuals with autism, their families, and their communities.

Recycling, composting, and keeping litter in its place are among the many ways we keep Nebraska clean. Put your artistic talents to good use by submitting a drawing for the 2024 “Nebraska: Don’t Waste It!” calendar.

Celebrating Soybean Farmers and the Health Benefits of Consuming Soy Foods Lincoln-Join soybean growers and consumers across the nation in celebrating Soy Foods Month this April. The United States is one of the top soybean producing countries in the world.

ACTIVITIES Cards daily at 1:00 p.m. Men’s coffee group daily at 9:30 a.m.

Artist of the Month for April is Jane Shelbourn. Art is displayed at the Bank of the West, Security First Bank, Union Bank, Sandhills Bank and Viaero. The Sand Painters Art Club is for any artist who creates in any medium, not just painters. If you are interested in growing in a creative manner contact Joan Swim or check out their Facebook group.

The April Art Show at the Valentine Library is the photography of Chris Mosner. Chris Mosner was born just north of Baltimore, MD.

Omaha-The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and its partners will host the 24th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at more than 4,000 sites nationwide on Saturday, April 22, in an effort to safely collect tablets, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs. Take Back sites will be open for collection between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., at more than 150 locations across the DEA Omaha Division.