Mental health is a critical part of overall wellness. And this holiday season, you can support the well-being of your loved ones with thoughtful gift-giving. From stocking stuffers to big reveal items, use this gift guide below to put a smile on the face of loved...
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SD Farm Bureau scholarship available
South Dakota Farm Bureau (SDFB) is offering scholarships to high school seniors and college students whose parents or guardians are current members of South Dakota Farm Bureau and have been for at least two years. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2024.Applicants can...
Letter to the Editor
I raise concerns over the McCook County Commissioners not taking the lowest quote on a broom for a skidloader. According to the November 28 minutes, Butler Machinery gave a quote of $9106, and Puthoff Repair and Sales was $9500. A motion was made by Mehlbrech and...
Ready, set, go! Here comes spring!
Garden to go Donna Rumbaugh | Extension Master Gardener Well, I am pretty sure you are now convinced that I am completely off my rocker. Spring, you may ask? Let me explain.For those who aren’t much into gardening, December 21 is just another day. Many others who make...
A Christmas Story
By John Andrews We’ve told plenty of Christmas stories in nearly 40 years of publishing “South Dakota Magazine,” but one of our favorites was written by Marian Cramer, of the Bryant/De Smet area. In the early years of the magazine, Cramer interviewed Hilda McKnight...
Jesus’ chosen earthly father
You, me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent Joseph and his parents met with us in the home I grew up in. Our families had discussed at length about our union and had come to an agreement. I know Joseph to be kind, sincere and righteous, all good characteristics...
Driving drunk in South Dakota
By Sen. Brent “B.R.” Hoffman One of the many great things about glorious South Dakota is that we don’t rest upon our greatness. We’re proud of our state, yet we recognize it can always be better. Which brings me to the uncomfortable topic of drunk driving.You may have...
Have you ever been behind a ‘slow poke?’
Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent Our cat Boy is often hesitant to accept cat treats, although our other cats approach treats ravenously and quickly look for more. Both Smoke and Boris enthusiastically stand on their haunches and grab a treat...
Emojis- Are they taking over communication in our world?
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer It seems now more than ever we are communicating with Emojis. There are more than 150 popular Emojis. Joy symbolizes tears of joy, intense happiness. A slightly smiling face represents positivity, happiness or irony. This collection of...
‘Tis the season to drive sober: Drive sober or get pulled over
Letter to the Editor It’s hard to have a happy holiday when you’re arrested for drunk driving. Keep the season merry and bright by following the law and refusing to drink and drive. During this busy winter holiday season, the South Dakota Department of Public...