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Still Going Strong at 90
Sure, there are the clever billboards that line the interstate for hundreds of miles. The free ice water and the legendary donuts. But after 90 years in business, the success of Wall Drug might just boil down to a single word.
Homecoming Brings New Opportunities, Strong Connections … and Breakfast Burritos
When Ron and Trisha Larson were featured in the September 2013 issue of Horizons, their focus was on computer sales and repairs. They have since diversified, expanding the computer business and adding a coffee shop to the mix. Ron says these opportunities wouldn’t have been available if they’d stayed in Iowa.
10 Common Email Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Email has been around for decades, but there are some common mistakes many people make. Learn why you should AVOID ALL CAPS, the difference between “CC” and “BCC,” and how to strike a professional tone in your business communications. Hint: ditch the emoticons. ☹
Penny Pinching Proves a Popular Prairie Pastime
PennyWise Publisher Helps Keep the Homeless Warm While Overseeing Historic Renovation
Tech the Halls to Make Your House Jolly
This is the time of year when ol’ Saint Nick is making a list and checking it twice. Take a cue from the guy up north in the red suit and do the same yourself to ensure your technology is maximized for the holidays.
West River Bed & Breakfast Built from a Kit Attracts Visitors from Every Continent
Almost a century ago, Lyndy Ireland’s great-grandparents purchased a kit home from the Sears Roebuck catalog. Today, that house is on the State and National Registers of Historic Places … and attracts visitors from around the world.