Convoy of Hope aspires to form more partnerships, similar to Northarvest Bean Growers Association and Central Valley Bean Co-op, with edible bean companies.
Jeannine Lazur will represent "the Pie Ladies" in the Home of Economy-Grand Forks Herald Pie Bake-off later this summer. She's sponsored by Harry's Steakhouse. All 16 contestants have been announced, with biographies of the other bakers to publish in the coming days.