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Now until October 17th, head to your local Stride Credit Union to donate non-perishable food items, or make a monetary donation that will be matched 100% up to $7,000. With your donation, you’ll also be entered to win $1000 in Co-op gift cards! 

Stride Credit Union has long upheld one key value: supporting the community.  

“One of the cooperative principles that all Credit Unions guide themselves by is concern for the community,” said Brent Budz, CEO, Stride Credit Union. “It’s part of our proverbial DNA as an organization to give back to our communities.” 

In today’s diverse and interconnected world, the concept of community holds a special significance, particularly for individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities. Community is more than just a group of people living in proximity; it is a network of support, belonging, and shared experiences that can profoundly impact quality of life. For those with intellectual disabilities, a strong, inclusive community is not just beneficial—it is essential.

Fostering a Sense of Belonging

In 2014 we had the pleasure of welcoming a visitor to come live at our home for a few weeks.  She didn’t exactly come alone as soon there were 3 little babies on the way.  You may have guessed; it was a robin that made her nest between the back of one of my patio chairs and an artificial tree in the corner.  My husband Harlan and I were surprised that she built her nest so close to the back door that led out onto the deck, but even more excited when we saw the 3 little sky-blue eggs.  We watched as mother robin would spend hours sitting on those eggs and then one morning when checking on th

Every farmer needs a reliable business partner. Managing the many moving parts of your farm can take up time – but when you have a reliable supplier like Horizon Fertilizers Ltd., your day just gets that much easier.

Law’s Automotive is a family-run business that has been part of the automotive field for nearly 30 years. And they do “everything”.

“We’re a licensed automotive shop that is capable of handling every make and model, and every repair that you can think of… besides paint or body work,” owner and foreman Dean Law states. “We strive every day to do the best we can. If we make a mistake, we fix it. That’s pretty much what’s made our business so successful- dependability, reliability, and honesty are what people want.”