Featured Stories
Travis Electric has grown rapidly, just like the community it serves
Travis and Wendy Kuehl enjoy Hartford’s small-town progressive feel – including fiber optics from Golden West. When the couple opened Travis Electric in 2005, it was a one-man operation; today the company employs 24 people. And like Hartford, it’s still growing.
Horizon Health Care Serves Rural Needs Across the State
“Heath care is an important part of Main Street and keeping people local. It starts a ripple effect among businesses.” – Lexy Eggert
How Rural Business Enables Others to Monitor & Protect Animals & Property Online
Jade Konst’s interest in technology combined with his previous work and personal experiences prompted him to launch Locked & Loaded Security Solutions in Murdo with his wife Bailey. He and his team started the business just before the pandemic by installing camera systems in 53 calving barns in four months.
Embrace Shift from ‘Boob Tube’ to YouTube
Adults over age 35 may recall being told to “Turn off the boob tube!” after spending too much time watching TV. That’s outdated slang for the television set combined with the perceived perception of the mindless masses that watched it.
Former Hollywood Extra Keeps it “Reel” in Dells
Brian Anderson once worked on set with Dustin Diamond, Bob Saget, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. The former child actor gave up his acting dreams when his family moved to Dell Rapids, but his passion for cinema lives on. Today, he owns the historic Dells Theatre — and it’s his mission to keep the town entertained.
Go the Extra Dial!
Now that 10-digit dialing is mandatory, you might be wondering why an extra digit is required for certain calls. Learn when (and when not) to dial a 1 before placing your call!
