Featured Stories
Gotcha! April Fools’ Pranks Through History
April 1 is synonymous with practical jokes and hoaxes. While its origins are unclear, April Fools’ Day has been around a lot longer than you might think! From bathing lions to spaghetti trees, there have been plenty of elaborate pranks over the centuries. Click below to read about some of our favorites!
Bowling, Burgers, and Business of the Year
A Dell Rapids family gave up their “normal” life to pursue a dream they never knew they had. Their bowling alley has become a popular community gathering place all year long.
‘Wiring’ Money in the 21st Century
Sending money is almost effortless these days thanks to mobile apps like PayPal and Venmo. Those who prefer to do business locally can opt for online banking, as well. Read about your various options here.
State Honors Hartford
Residents of Hartford are celebrating Governor Kristi Noem’s announcement that their town was chosen as South Dakota’s “Small Com munity of the Year” for 2020.
QR Codes Make a Comeback
QR codes have made a comeback in the past year as a result of the COVID -19 pandemic, which has forced businesses to creatively reassess safety protocols.
Crafting Community
Chris and Callie Tuschen fell in love with the craft beer scene while living in Oregon. After moving back to South Dakota , they turned their passion into a business. Today, their brewery in Hartford draws rave reviews from locals and visitors.
