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Making Dollars and Sense Out of Cryptocurrency
Currency over the centuries has ranged from beads and livestock to metal and paper. Today, it isn’t always a physical object. Cryptocurrency was introduced in 2009 as a decentralized, secure alternative to traditional money. It can be used to buy goods and services but is most popular as an investment. Learn more about Bitcoin and other crypto and the blockchain technology that makes it so secure.
For Hartford Business Owner, It’s Reigning Cats and Dogs
Teri Michaels is a Huron native who spent time in Iowa and Wisconsin before returning to South Dakota to open Hartford Veterinary Clinic. Like most of her clients, Teri believes pets are more than just animals — they are family members. She and her staff rely on relationship-building and lots of TLC to maintain a loyal client base.
Network Techs Hitch a Ride Atop Jewel Cave Elevator
Golden West network technicians experience a lot of behind-the-scenes action. Two of them recently descended into Jewel Cave atop an elevator to assist in a National Park Service project. Learn about their experience below ground and how long it took to add cable and replace old equipment. (Hint: not as long as you might think!).
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. ☹
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