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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.

What's the Limit on a Bishop Hunt?

October 16, 2012
Pheasants and religion mix in Gann Valley.

Custer's Four Seasons

October 15, 2012
South Dakota's first and biggest state park is full of surprises all year round.

The winners of the 2012 Heirloom Recipes Contest in Huron: Sheryl Kloss, Marie Harvey and Mike Sibson. Photo by Catherine Lambrecht.

Don't Judge Too Harshly

October 13, 2012
Good intentions are not always enough when making sugar cookies.

Photo by Rebecca Johnson. Click to enlarge photos.

Fall Festivities

October 11, 2012
Apple Fest is in full swing at Hebda Family Produce.

Cuthbert  Old Paps  DuCharme was one of many colorful characters in South Dakota s past. His trading post rests in Geddes  city park.

Reminders of Our Outlaw Days

October 10, 2012
Remnants of South Dakota's wild frontier history are all around us.

Hunting For a Sensible Policy

October 8, 2012
Balancing the needs of ranchers, hunters and conservationists is doable, if we keep reason as our guide.

Versatile slow-cooked, shredded pork tastes great in tacos, enchiladas, sandwiches, soups and more. Photo by Fran Hill.

What a Crock

October 4, 2012
Spice things up with slow-cooked shredded pork.

Hyperion s Gorilla will not be running rampant near Elk Point now that the company s Union County land options have expired. Photo of Main Street in Elk Point by Bernie Hunhoff.

Requiem for a Gorilla

October 3, 2012
Hyperion's massive Union County project has breathed its last. 

Roughlock Falls Nature Area in autumn s full array. Click to enlarge photos.

Spellbinding Spearfish Canyon

October 1, 2012
Every South Dakotan should experience autumn's beauty at this "must see" destination. 

Creamy homemade goat cheese flavored with garlic, lemon and rosemary makes a tasty spread for crackers. Photo by Bernie Hunhoff.

Fiber Animals, Food and Fun

September 27, 2012
Homemade herbed cheese was one of the delights sampled at the recent North Country Fiber Fair in Watertown. 

Deficits & Debt

September 24, 2012
It's time to debunk the belief that President Obama is more fiscally responsible than his predecessors. 

Preserving spicy, smoky salsa helps carry summer s flavors into fall and winter. Photo by Fran Hill.

Holding on to Summer

September 20, 2012
At season's end, preserve the heat of summer in a jar.

South Dakota State University s student government had two conflicting resolutions on their agenda Monday night regarding Chick-fil-A. Photo of the SDSU Campanile by Jerry Wilson.

Gay Rights And Chicken Sandwiches At SDSU

September 19, 2012
Conflicting student resolutions regarding Chick-fil-A show confused ideas about diversity at South Dakota State University.

Elusive Monarchs

September 17, 2012
Spooky, spectacular Sica Hollow is visually stunning even when you miss the annual butterfly migration.

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