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.
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.
Penny Pinching Proves a Popular Prairie Pastime
PennyWise Publisher Helps Keep the Homeless Warm While Overseeing Historic Renovation
Economic Development Grants Help Rural Communities Add Jobs, Improve Quality of Life
From community halls to nourishing meals for senior citizens, Golden West is committed to supporting rural communities in its service area through economic development grants.
Hat Maker Attracts Athletes, Musicians, Actors with Custom Builds
Meet Brad Montague of Star of the West Hat Company. His custom built hats have caught the attention of everybody from rural ranchers to big-name celebrities.
Auto Shop Owner Gains Wheel World Experience by Wearing Many Hats
Auto Shop Owner Gains Wheel World Experience by Wearing Many Hats Lynnae Redenius has been in the automotive industry for 35 years. She may know a thing or two about brakes, tires, and jacks, but it’s her customer service philosophy that has been the cornerstone of...
It’s Good to Belong! 2025 National Co-op Month
It's good to belong. 2025 National Co-op Month! This month is time to celebrate YOU as a member-owner! You are more than a customer at Golden West. You are a member-owner in the cooperative if you subscribe to phone or internet service in an area where Golden West...
Regular, Unleaded, or Diesel? All That and a Bag of Chips!
T&C has been a fixture in Dell Rapids since 1976. The service station/convenience store offers everything from hot dogs and cold beer to a friendly ear and community support.
Family Principles Guide Fourth-Generation Grocer
Family Principles Guide Fourth-Generation Grocer When RF Buche was four years old, he snuck out of his house in Gregory during a blizzard and walked through the snow just to spend time with his dad. His destination? The family grocery...
Rural Douglas County Healthcare System Confronts COVID Head-On
Rural Douglas County Healthcare System Confronts COVID Head-On Rural healthcare providers face challenges, but that isolation can be beneficial, too. When COVID-19 arrived in South Dakota, it took a while for cases to reach rural areas....