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Country woman Marlene Grabow lends a hand to those in need

By Andrea Johnson, Assistant Editor
Jun 26, 2013
Jun 26, 2013

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By Andrea Johnson, Assistant Editor

STANLEY, N.D. – Like many country women, Marlene Grabow is humble about the importance of her role in her family’s farm and ranch operation.

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