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Michael & Jordian Mack have been busy bettering a couple different communities with their efforts. These chiropractic doctors celebrated their Grand Opening of True North Fitness in Rugby, ND this past January. This is their 2nd facility as they also have a gym in Bottineau that opened in 2021! I got my hopes up they would come to us in Harvey, but Eric Sampson, the manager of both facilities, shattered that dream when he said someone from our area had called and asked that same question and he responded that it isn’t in the near future plans…my hope is that statement has a "yet" underneath the surface.

Right now True North is a 24/7 facility that offers one-on-one personal training. Eric Sampson is the manager and trainer. He has a Master’s degree in High Performance and is passionate about teaching people how to use equipment properly! Strength leads to better balance and coordination so knowing what exercises you can do and how to do them correctly is an important aspect to the entire team at True North. Both facilities offer a range of equipment from Treadmills, Bikes, Stair Steppers, Ellipticals, Weight Machines, Free-Weights (dumbbells), Kettlebells, Stretching Mats, Medicine Balls, Ropes, Swiss balls, and the Rugby area has the privilege of having a larger multipurpose area.

True North Fitness offers individual and family memberships! I absolutely love that, when my mom had 3 high school athletes, the family package was a perfect fit for our family and not every gym offers that! So if you are in the Bottineau or Rugby area, I would definitely be checking this place out!

More and more people are realizing that you can rent out your home and make it into an Air B & B. If you have a home that you are not inhabiting for a period of time, why not make some cash! Air B and B’s are nice because they can be more comfortable and convenient for vacation goers. With everything, there is a risk. You are entrusting your home to strangers and trusting that everything will be as you left it. I have personally stayed in many and have watched as not everyone respects property the same. There are many ways to protect yourself and your belongings. Before you open your home to temporary guests, protect your property against damage and against personal liability claims. Most homeowner policies exclude short-term rentals. But, all is not lost. There are several specialty policies that are now being offered that help insure against the unique risks posed by short-term rentals. There are many things to consider, like what if a renter gets hurt on your property. One time in particular, a girl friend of mine almost got hurt dancing on the table in our Air B and B. Who would pay for the injuries? I mean, surely this question has arose before, right? If someone gets hurt while staying at your Airbnb, you may be liable for the injuries….depending on the how it happened. There is also a risk of people damaging or swiping your property. Note to self, hide my Buffalo hide drums if I ever rent out my home. Hopefully the topic is nothing you have to think about, but you will want to make sure you are covered appropriately in case…..even if you're personal items are priceless.

The bottom line, its vital that you do your research before jumping on the home-sharing bandwagon. If you are renting out your home on a consistent basis, your insurance company could drop you as a policyholder if it considers that to be a business activity. Talking to your insurance company about what is and isn't included in your policy can help you determine what's needed to fill in the gaps.

If you can’t stand the heat of the kitchen, get out…and head on over to Just Good Barbecue! Just Good Barbecue is a business that recently launched in January in Harvey out of Lincoln & Nine. Terri & Jeff Powers love to cook and decided to use their gift to serve the community to fill a need. We have heard time and time again how limited our resources are for divine cuisine! The menu will vary week to week but a few items you might find on their menu would include BBQ ribs, chicken, tri tips, etc. They will have a variety of sides available as well; such as Mac & Cheese, Potato Salad, Beans, and Coleslaw. To see what their menu will be, be sure to follow them on Facebook. The Menu will be posted weekly – so all you meal preppers, you will be able to plan ahead, and skip a day to enjoy some barbecue! Just Good Barbecue will be open Fridays & Saturdays only from 4-8 PM. They will be serving first come, first serve. If you are calling in an order, call in EARLY or you might be last on the "line." With no employees yet, managing the kitchen and the crowd might leave you hanging. We hope you take some time to support Terri & Jeff on their new endeavor, we know we will be!

What is one of the most important items we use on a daily basis? Our phones. If you see my teenagers, they are protecting them like the holy grail. Most cell phones come with a warranty or you have the opportunity to buy insurance through your cell phone provider. Another option you have is to add it to your homeowners policy, depending on the carrier. Some carriers have stipulations when it comes to cell phones. Having four kids with cell phones, I have mine all listed on my homeowners policy. Cell phone coverage can cover anything from a cracked or broken device to losing your cell phone or even it being stolen. That being said, it is very common to lose them, because accidents happen. They happen quite often around water. Do you ever watch videos of scuba divers finding numerous cell phones at the bottom of the ocean or lake? You probably know someone who has dropped their phone in the water in the lake during the summer or ice fishing, which is also pretty common. If you are quick, you can save it, but most times you are out of luck. This is where your insurance coverage comes in handy. When you are reviewing your policy, it doesn't hurt to check with your agent if adding your phone is an option for you. Also take into account the value of the phone versus the deductible that would be on your policy. You still want to be careful, as the goal is to not put in a claim on your homeowners insurance. Many ask, do you need to have a homeowners policy? Not necessarily, you may be able to add your more high priced valuables to a renters policy.

A few summers back I was on my friends boat taking pictures because, if you don’t take a pic, it didn't happen. We were not very far off shore, but I definitely cried when my cell phone flew out of my hands and into the water. My friend quickly jumped in to grab it. Successfully he was able to grab it! In handing it back to me, it appeared to still be working fine. In fact, at that very moment I saw a call coming in. It was my boss! Sorry Chad, it appears I dropped my phone again. Whoops!

Have you heard? There’s a new business in town that will make you feel like brand new! Kim Thorson has launched Alice Aesthetics & Skin Renewal in Harvey. She said she has always been interested in dermatology and skin care and when she realized one treatment was as reasonable as a high quality face cream, she jumped at the opportunity to try it. She had amazing results herself and wanted others to feel as confident as she did. Her favorite part of this business is the new energy and confidence she sees her clients carry after they experience the results of the treatments! I think we can all agree that when we look good, we feel good, right? I won’t lie, after this interview I was pretty excited to try some of her services but the bummer is, you can’t receive these treatments while pregnant or breastfeeding, so someone who isn’t expecting, please, let me live through you and your results! Kim is currently offering Botox & Fillers and is hoping to add new services to her business next fall. To learn more or schedule an appointment, you can connect with Kim via her Facebook Page, Instagram, or text (701-341-9692).