Several organizations in the James River Valley have recognized the benefits of thinking regionally, and have stretched their traditional boundaries to do economic development work that benefits a larger area. Read More »
Few houses are being built or in the rural areas of the state where depopulation is happening, according to Sid Goss of the S.D. School of Mines. Read More »
By Char Telcamp, Groton Independent The rivalry between Groton High School and Roncalli High School has been voted one of the top rivalries in the Midwest region, a distinction that has put them in the running for cash awards for both schools’ athletic programs. USA Today High School Sports conducted a state-by-state contest to determine who has the best rivalry ... Read More »
While many rural libraries are struggling nationwide, most in the Dakotas are doing quite well—they enjoy strong community support as they welcome more patrons through the doors. Read More »
If South Dakota rural libraries need help with technology, the South Dakota Broadband Initiative may be able to assist with both advice and funding. Read More »
We may be in a drought now, but the damage from two years of flooding lives on. Read More »
We want a Postcard from you—a short, evocative story about an event, person or place, written as if you were telling the story to a friend. Read More »
I have a feeling that readers of the Groton Independent make sure they don't skip over the Claremont Recorder column each week. Read More »
The Webster Theatre is at a crossroads: The movie industry has decreed a switch from 35mm films to a digital format by 2014, and the Webster Theatre's owners are considering whether they can make the transition. Read More »
Officials of Horton, Inc., and Britton community leaders got together on Oct. 19 to do a little reminiscing and to recognize the important role that the fan clutch manufacturing business has had on the city since it came to town 38 years ago. Read More »
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