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Rapid City s Wine Cellar Restaurant offers a historic atmosphere, fresh foods and, occasionally, South Dakota grown bananas. Photo by Pamela Light.

Eat Local...Bananas?

November 23, 2012
It may sound crazy, but a Rapid City restaurant periodically offers a taste that’s both tropical and South Dakotan.

A Respectful Rivalry Rekindled

November 19, 2012
SDSU and USD begin a new chapter in their storied competition.

There are two South Dakota groups petitioning the White House regarding succession — one for, and one against.

Secession: A Fool's Game

November 19, 2012
Didn't like the cards dealt in the last election? That's no reason to quit the American political game. 

You won t be hungry after indulging in an open-faced hot chicken sandwich with mushroom gravy. Photo by Fran Hill.

Out of the Mouths of Babes

November 15, 2012
Colome's second graders give good lunch advice.

Photo by Katie Hunhoff.

Election Lessons for 2012

November 14, 2012
What have we learned from South Dakota's 2012 general election results?

2012 Blogmore hunters Kevin Woster, Jake Schoenbeck, Lee Schoenbeck, Bill Walsh and Nick Nemec. Click to enlarge pictures.

The Blogmore Hunt

November 14, 2012
Does a Holabird hunt hold the secret to world peace?

A lone windmill a few miles north of Chancellor. Click to enlarge photos.

In Search of the Lone Prairie Windmill

November 12, 2012
Nothing sets off a South Dakota sunset like these iconic pieces of South Dakota's agricultural past.

Museum Pieces

November 7, 2012
Surprises await you at South Dakota museums.

The survival of Lakota culture depends on the young. Last spring, students at North Elementary in Mission (Allen Antelope, Jeff Mandan and Loren White Hat) learned the Lakota flag song for their school s wacipi. Photo by Bernie Hunhoff.

Invisible Citizens

November 6, 2012
Mainstream society overlooks the Lakota, despite the hoopla surrounding Native American Heritage Month.

The initiative and referendum process ties the hands of the South Dakota legislature, according to Ken Blanchard.

4 Yes, 2 No and a 'Present'

November 5, 2012
A conservative look at South Dakota's 2012 ballot.

The 2012 election results will set the course for South Dakota s future. What route will voters choose? Photo by Bernie Hunhoff.

5 No, 2 Yes: One South Dakotan Votes

October 31, 2012
What course will we choose in the 2012 election? One South Dakota gives his recommendations.

An abandoned home along Highway 12, a few miles south of Java. Click to enlarge photos.

Horror on the Hill

October 30, 2012
Pictures from South Dakota's abandoned places inspired this fictional tale of small town terror.

Russell Means, as depicted by visual artist Bruno Leyval. See more of Leyval s work at www.brunoleyval.com.

A New Warrior Walks the Milky Way

October 29, 2012
Controversial activist, author and actor Russell Means was a fearless advocate for American Indian rights.

Hundreds of zombies gather outside the federal courthouse on
Phillips Ave in Sioux Falls. Photo by Elisha Page/Argus Leader.

Nights of the Living Dead

October 26, 2012
Hordes of bloody, rotting "corpses" descend upon downtown Sioux Falls and Rapid City this weekend.

Tonight, Let the Kids Cook

October 25, 2012
Mitchell and Sioux Falls students learn to love their fruits and veggies after attending Time at the Table's cooking classes.

The mouth of Spearfish Canyon can be seen from the top of Rose Hill Cemetery. Photo by Bernie Hunhoff.

Memories Atop Rose Hill

October 24, 2012
Voices from the past whisper in Spearfish's picturesque and historic cemetery.

This year, put the horror back in Halloween. Photo by Bernie Hunhoff.

It's Fright Time

October 22, 2012
Looking for a good fright? These films will put the scare back into our spookiest holiday.

A Terry Redlin Moment

October 18, 2012
South Dakota's 2012 in-state pheasant opener found hunters flocking to a special wetland area near Watertown.

Fran s recipe for fresh green beans in rich, creamy sauce elevates a holiday favorite to new heights. Photo by Fran Hill.

Freshening Up Tradition

October 18, 2012
A new take on that old holiday favorite, green bean casserole.

Passing Initiated Measure 15 means more money for K-12 education, but the proposed tax may overburden South Dakotans with low incomes. Photo by Bernie Hunhoff.

Who Should Pay For Good Public Programs?

October 17, 2012
Initiated Measure 15 raises some tough questions for South Dakota voters.

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