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Joy Enger named one of Country Woman of the Year finalists

By Dale Hildebrant, Farm & Ranch Guide
Jun 26, 2013
Jun 26, 2013

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By Dale Hildebrant, Farm & Ranch Guide

MARION, N.D. – Joy Enger, a dedicated farm wife and community supporter from the Marion area in southeast North Dakota is one of the Country Woman of the Year finalists.

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