The 17th annual Turns Around Celebration is scheduled for Aug. 16-18 at American Legion Park in Poplar. Grand entry times are Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 1 and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. There are guaranteed payouts in all categories. Specials include a $1,000 Men’s Grass Dance Special honoring Headman Dancer Ronald Fast Horse and Tiny Tot specials sponsored by the Dolly Stark

Culbertson Aug. 16: Salmon loaf, vegetable, dessert. Aug. 20: Chili, cornbread, dessert. Aug. 23: Salmon loaf, vegetable, dessert. *** Bainville Aug. 15: Cube steak, mashed potatoes, vegetable, dessert. Aug. 20: Homemade chicken noodle soup, sandwiches, dessert. Aug. 22: Shepherd’s pie, vegetable, dessert. *** Froid Aug. 14: Au gratin potato and ham casserole, dessert.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced changes to the Farm Service Agency’s Farm Loan Programs, effective Sept. 25 — changes that are intended to increase opportunities for farmers and ranchers to be financially viable. These improvements, part of the Enhancing Program Access and Delivery for Farm Loans rule, demonstrate USDA’s commitment to improving farm profitability through