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Photo by Rebecca Johnson.

Housekeeping Secrets of the Bachelor Hermit

February 24, 2012
How do you make kitchen scraps edible? Easy — just add sugar!

South Dakota Schools: What's the Problem?

February 23, 2012
South Dakota students are successful by most standards. So what exactly is wrong with our schools?

Maria Pontiero of Nucci s Italian Bistro in Sioux Falls.

Land of Infinitely Interesting Eateries

February 22, 2012
The stories are almost as enticing as the food in South Dakota's ethnic restaurants.

The Cycle of Violence

February 21, 2012
When a relationship is dysfunctional, it's the children who suffer most.

Photo by Crystal Leigh Shearin.

Oglala Sioux Tribe Vs. Alcoholism

February 20, 2012
Will a lawsuit be enough to curb the devastation alcoholism has caused on Pine Ridge Reservation?

The "Aha" Moment

February 20, 2012
Our hobbies and enthusiasms open doors for change to come into our lives.  

Photo by Diane Hiles.

Governor's Snowmobile Ride

February 17, 2012
Governor Daugaard and special guests snowmobile the Hills during tomorrow's 32nd annual Governor's Snowmobile Ride.

The Guyshed: A South Dakota Institution

February 16, 2012
Every man needs a refuge — a backyard temple to masculine endeavors.

Soup For The Soul

February 15, 2012
It may feel like spring, but the calendar says it's thick, hearty soup season.

Apologies to the fighting females of Madison — your 1945 game was not the first instance of powderpuff football after all. Photo courtesy of Barbara Stearns Turner.

Cavour’s Lady Leatherheads

February 15, 2012
We thought Dakota State was first, but Cavour High fielded a girls football team in 1926.

Cenex is giving away free gas cards through their Tanks of Thanks program. Anyone can be nominated for any act of kindness – big or small.

Give "Tanks" to Your Community Do-Gooder

February 14, 2012
Cenex stations across the Midwest are recognizing community volunteers through their “Tanks of Thanks” program. Nominate your community do-gooder and they could win a $50 gas card. 

It takes a little practice, but capturing birds in flight almost always makes great photos, especially with unexpected backgrounds. Click to enlarge photos.

Capitol Geese

February 13, 2012
Pierre is a winter haven for birds as well as state legislators.

The late Jack Reich of Isabel painted and wrote novels despite not having the use of his hands.

The Isabel Artist

February 10, 2012
One Dewey County man wrote novels, painted West River landscapes and lived an active life without letting his disabilities get in the way. 

Photo by Andrea Maibaum.

Spread the Love

February 9, 2012
Lonely? Confused? Dreading Valentine's Day? Maybe we can't have love, but we can always have cookies.

Town Hall Etiquette

February 8, 2012
When a grouchy leftist is in a room with a Republican congresswoman and a sea of Tea Partiers, the potential for trouble is great.

Photo by Nicole McDaniel.

Stalking Awareness Month

February 7, 2012
Stalking is more common than you may realize.

Near Reva, South Dakota. Click to enlarge image.

Prairie Spires

February 6, 2012
A lone country church set against a vast prairie sky is an inspiring sight.

Runners brave the cold during the 2011 Beresford Frostbite Four. Photo by Dawn Coggins.

Beresford's Chilly Race

February 3, 2012
Winter road races are sparse, but runners have been able to count on the Beresford Frostbite Four since 1999. 

Nothing says Super Bowl Sunday like this delicious pepperoni appetizer. Photo by Fran Hill. Click to enlarge image.

If Football Is Your Thing

February 1, 2012
A recipe for an easy, cheesy appetizer perfect for Super Bowl viewing.

Politicians Mourn, Too

January 30, 2012
Saying goodbye to a loved one is one of the hardest things we have to face. It's inappropriate to judge someone for their reaction to such a loss. 

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