The need for good mental health care is clear, but rural communities often have few resources to provide it. Jail cells serve as temporary safe places for suicidal individuals, and many who respond to suicidal intentions say they feel inadequately trained to deal with such situations. Read More »
Many out-of-school-time programs have struggled in rural areas, but programs in Clark and Groton suggest that when these programs are run by schools, many of the problems can be avoided. Read More »
More than bird were perched on Clark's water tower during the week of Feb. 4 as workers repaired the antenna located on the tower. Read More »
An overnight fire in 2011 destroyed a big part of Willow Lake's downtown—but even if the fire burned down businesses, it also sparked a drive to survive and a phenomenal flurry of community action. Read More »
Dakota Style continues to put Clark, S.D., on the map—most recently with a booming business in sunflower seeds and kernels. Read More »
All sorts of spud-related goodness will be on hand for Clark's 21st Potato Day on Saturday, Aug. 4. Read More »
Through Cowboy Action Shooting, Wild West enthusiasts can relive the excitement of the days of Wild Bill Hickock and Jesse James. A group meets near Clark the second Sunday of every month. Read More »
The town of Henry will soon have a new motel of sorts: An old barn refurbished into the Pepper Slough Lodge. Read More »
By Bill Krikac The way we teach young people to become responsible drivers has changed over the past quarter century—sometimes for the better, and sometimes not. When I started teaching drivers education in the 1970s, the class was taught within the school curriculum, usually to sophomores. It was often on a weekly basis for a semester, garnering the needed ... Read More »
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