Remote worker returns to hometown, keeps big-city job

After living away for 20 years, Ashley O’Dell moved back to her hometown of Murdo. She missed the connection with her community and family. Read how fiber-optic internet allows her to work from home and give her big-city opportunities in a small town.

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Sometimes, Facebook Really Gets Your Goat

Sometimes, Facebook Really Gets Your Goat

When Teri Arneson of Elm Springs drove into town one day, everybody was gathered at the fire station. Her curiosity sparked her to start a community Facebook group to help with communication.  

That was 2014. Today, the Elm Springs Community News, Etc. Facebook group has 442 members regularly sharing posts. 

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What is Broadband?

What is Broadband?

Once upon a time, connecting to the internet subjected users to a series of electronic bleeps and bloops and ear-screeching static. Today, broadband gets the job done a lot more quietly, and offers a much faster and reliable experience. If you’ve ever wondered what broadband is exactly, read on!

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Channel 37, Where Are You?

Channel 37, Where Are You?

For decades, channel 37 never existed … and today, it can only be found virtually. If this sounds like a government conspiracy, that’s not too far from the truth. Channel 37 was declared off-limits to over-the-air analog broadcasters in 1963 so scientists could search for alien life in the universe.

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Gotcha! April Fools’ Pranks Through History

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!

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‘Wiring’ Money in the 21st Century

‘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.

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State Honors Hartford

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.

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