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Columns
'I Told You So'
May 22, 2013
Richard Pettigrew’s statue in downtown Sioux Falls is an everlasting parting shot at the city he helped build.
Can Golf This Fun Be Legal?
May 16, 2013
Elkhorn Ridge near Spearfish offers plenty of challenges for the uninitiated golfer.
Put an Egg on It
May 16, 2013
The runny yellow yolk of a fried egg perfectly compliments Fran Hill's earthy potato and spinach hash.
Stephanie Has World Enough, and Time
May 15, 2013
Herseth Sandlin has plenty of opportunities ahead to get back into the public service she loves.
Muddy Fun Run
May 13, 2013
The first annual Lewis & Clark Adventure Race was held west of Yankton this past Saturday.
Hiking Crow Peak Trail
May 8, 2013
Get a bird's eye view of the northern Black Hills from atop a mighty Spearfish mountain.
Drawing a Red Line
May 7, 2013
President Obama's ability to manage the situations in Syria and Iran depends on the power of his word.
Closing South Dakota Preschools
May 1, 2013
The sequester is closing Head Start just when South Dakota kids need it most.
Learning to Live with Fear
April 30, 2013
After a string of national tragedies, South Dakotans can no longer pretend, "It could never happen here."
Sage Grouse: Living on the Edge
April 30, 2013
Despite an uncertain future, sage grouse enact their spring courtship ritual on the Butte County prairie.
A Scoundrel and a Saint
April 25, 2013
John Pennington and Arthur Mellette had very different ideas on governing Dakota Territory.
Gramma's Delicacies
April 24, 2013
B. Angelique Mills’ all-natural spice mixes add zest to life in Box Elder.
Coming Out For Gay Marriage
April 22, 2013
When Tim Johnson and others change their same-sex marriage stances, does it matter if the reasons are personal or political?
Antique Dreams
April 19, 2013
Somebody might hit the jackpot when Antiques Roadshow airs next Monday, but it won’t be this author.
A Warm Orange Glow
April 18, 2013
Clementine muffins with orange honey butter provide the warmth this South Dakota spring is lacking.
Running Wild Premieres in South Dakota
April 18, 2013
Documentary chronicles unique story of Dayton O. Hyde and the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary.
Pay Attention to Local Elections
April 17, 2013
Why aren't South Dakota's local elections a bigger deal?
Eavesdropping On History
April 16, 2013
The South Dakota Oral History Center in Vermillion offers thousands of chances to listen in on our state's past.