Opportunity for “unique” business venture in Faulkton
Wanted: New ownership for a very “unique” Faulkton business. Sharon Huss and JoDee Bryant have decided to retire and are offering their business, Uniquely Yours, for sale.
Shelterbelts, one of the great soil conservation measures of the 1930s, are being removed
In the late 1930s, farmers all across the Great Plains planted trees. After the dust storms that swept away essential topsoil, tree planting was a sign of hope for a brighter future. Today, many of those trees are being cleared away.
LaMoure couple takes wedding to nursing home so mother of the groom could be there
Bette Doehler didn’t miss her son’s wedding on Jan. 19. She was there, smiling from her wheelchair, in mother-of-the-bride attire, complete with corsage.
Well-dressed Christmas gift made from cherished ties
From a box containing 130 of Robert Cooper’s neckties and an idea, Cherry Frasier, Carol Duncan, Ron Leighty and Kerry Leighty created a very special gift for Robert’s widow, Evelyn Cooper. Most, if not all the ties in question were gifts to Bob from Evelyn or the rest of their family.
Historic building in Kulm lost to fire
The Gackle Bros. Building was a memento for the town of Kulm to share, a place where throughout the years the community bought their shoes and hardware, went roller skating, had their oil changed and much more. Now residents will have to shore up those memories without the building to support them.
Rural churches, built for a different era, look for ways to stay relevant
Many rural churches that were established for a different time and to serve different needs are struggling to survive. Some church leaders suggest that these churches might find new energy and purpose in working to revitalize their communities.
Rural churches’ survival sometimes depends on crossing denominational boundaries
Across the Dakotas, rural churches are struggling with declining membership, trying to discern what the next step is for their congregations. Many have found an answer in partnering with another nearby congregation—or perhaps several.
Leola records 12-degree temperature drop in 10 minutes
Extreme temperature drops were recorded Jan. 16 in the northeast portion of the state by the South Dakota Office of Climate and Weather.
South Dakota family has eye-opening experience in United Arab Emirates
Four family members from the Roslyn-Eden area who visited Abu Dhabi recently say the trip was interesting and an eye-opener.
Clark native and Texas Tech golfer Kim Kaufman eyes LPGA
With her golfing accomplishments, Kim Kaufman has put Clark, S.D., on the map. 2012 was a very good year for Kaufman, and if things come together next fall, she could possibly become a household name.