
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.

Help is Just 3 Digits Away!
Golden West telephone subscribers are now able to dial a new three-digit code for assistance. Dialing 211 provides access to a wide range of information and resources for residents across the state.

FCC Mandates 10-Digit Dialing in 2022
Due to a new federal mandate , starting mid-2022 all telephone calls will need to include the area code when dialed – even local calls within the same town.

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.

Schmeckfest Creates Its Own “Meals on Wheels”
When COVID-19 threatened to derail a popular Freeman festival in 2020, organizers responded by offering online sales and a drive-through for pickup. Those who look forward to delicious German food every spring will be pleased to learn that Schmeckfest will continue with this format in 2021.

The “Things” Behind the Internet of Things
The Internet of Things is a network of physical objects that connect to the internet and share data. Golden West employees talk about some of their favorites!

Edgemont Chef Creates Gourmet Meals with Ranch-Grown Products
Katie runs Sweet & Sassy Chefs, a family-based small business in Edgemont that offers healthy, nutritious meals gourmet-style, relying on meat and produce grown on their ranch. The focus is on freezer meals, but Sweet & Sassy Chefs also caters a wide variety of events including weddings, birthdays, retirement parties, teacher appreciation days, and corporate trainings.

Sweet Streams Are Made of This
The first television set hit the market nearly 100 years ago and quickly captivated the American public. There are more ways than ever to watch TV nowadays, and one of the most popular in recent years has been streaming. Choosing a device depends on factors such as budget and viewing habits.

Couples Share Valentine’s Day Recipes for Long-Lasting Love
Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love. Meet three Philip couples who have taken that notion to “heart” with a combined 183 years of wedded bliss.

Hartford Farmer Makes Giant Leap into Graphic Design
Some people struggle to find careers they are passionate about. A farmer in Hartford has found two — and he’s balancing them both while raising a family.