DICKINSON — Linda Sailer was recognized for her life’s work as a writer, journalist and mentor at the recent National Federation of Press Women (NFPW) conference in Golden, CO.

Locally, Sailer is remembered as someone who carried her camera everywhere, “just in case she might stumble upon a story that needed to be told.”

“She was my mentor and cheerleader and definitely helped me become a better writer,” said Dr. Debora Dragseth. “More importantly, she inspired me and others to see writing as a way of serving others.”

Attendees at the conference lit candles in memory of Sailer, who was a member of NFPW and North Dakota Professional Communicators (NDPC) for most of her professional career which spanned over 50 years. During that time, Sailer held many roles, including the lifestyle edito

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