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John Andrews
History Columnist
Our managing editor, web editor and history columnist is John Andrews, a Lake Norden native who attended SDSU, wrote for the Brookings Register and earned a master's degree in history at USD before joining our staff. John writes features, edits our many departments and oversees the day to day writing of the magazine.
Tale of Two Paths
November 3, 2015
No matter what road you take, Gregory County is worth exploring. Photo by Laura Vanden Berge.
Before the Oasis
October 6, 2015
I-90 travelers know about Al’s at Oacoma, but why not take a break in Brule County?
Land of the Burnt Thigh
September 22, 2015
Beautiful country and Lakota culture abound in Todd County.
Moved by Water
August 25, 2015
Life in Campbell County has often revolved around the mighty Missouri River.
The Spirituality of Hanson County
August 11, 2015
Lakes, rivers, shrines and the inspiring story of two martyrs offer opportunities for quiet reflection.
West River Melting Pot
July 28, 2015
Haakon County was named for a Norwegian, home to a famous Scotsman and could hold Mexican buried treasure.
Rocks, Rolls and Rivers
July 14, 2015
Visiting an ancient boulder is just the start of a tour through Moody County.
Taking Chances
June 30, 2015
Whether it’s rodeo, cards or even social justice, people have won in Sully County.
Badlands and Good People
June 16, 2015
History and geography have challenged the folks of Oglala Lakota County, but the future is solidly in their hands. Photo by Carl Johnson.
Too Many Counties?
May 5, 2015
You might think 66 is over the top, but there are interesting stories and places in every county. Today we begin a statewide exploration to find them, beginning in Bon Homme County.
Langford's Titanic Victim
April 15, 2015
A tiny exhibit in an old granary pays tribute to a man who died aboard the unsinkable ship.
March Madness is Here
March 10, 2015
It’s an exciting time to be a college basketball fan in South Dakota.
The Mysterious Baker’s Falls
January 28, 2015
Our Jan/Feb cover is causing quite the conversation in Spearfish.
