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Columns
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.
Spring Chickens
April 4, 2013
Although raising baby chicks is tempting, storebought fowl goes into Fran Hill's flavorful burritos.
Free Market Vs. Small Towns
April 3, 2013
if the free market judges small towns unsustainable, how should we fight back?
South Dakota's Best Breakfasts
March 26, 2013
Traveling salesmen tipped us off about these three excellent eateries.
South Dakota's Winter Golf Secret
March 21, 2013
Rapid City's Golf Club at Red Rock is a challenge year-round.
Legislature Not Helping SD Tourism Do Its Job
March 21, 2013
The Wild West gun ethos that South Dakota legislators favor hurts our state's image.
Comet Chasing
March 18, 2013
Christian Begeman searched for celestial visitor Pan-STARRS in Aurora County's night skies.
Saint Ur-WHO?
March 14, 2013
On March 16, Brown and Hamlin County Finns celebrate their fictitious patron saint with playful parade floats and Finnish food.
Pumping Oil Across the Plains
March 11, 2013
If approved, the Keystone XL pipeline will boost revenue in western South Dakota.
High School Debate & Speech Education
March 6, 2013
We could all learn from our young debaters and speechmakers.