
From books to technology, Carnegie Library connects the community
Brittany Moeller has been transforming the Dell Rapids Carnegie library into a tech-savvy haven for the past decade. From story time to maker spaces, the library is a hub for learning, exploring, and playing.

How to protect your kids from social media’s effects on mental health
Concerned about your kids’ well-being on social media? The Surgeon General’s latest advisory underscores the concerning impact of social media on kids’ mental health.

Drive-in serves up hope, healing, and award-winning burgers
Chad and Heather Whitney went from supplying local beef to owning their local drive-in.

How to bring holiday spirit to life with ‘smart’ speaker
Technology can help make your holiday festivities merrier and more efficient.

Farm meets fashion: a little fun with a little hard work
Meet Lindsey Beckstrand, a nurse with a passion for fashion and a love for the farming lifestyle.

Protect your precious memories with 3-2-1 photo back up method
In today’s digital age, you constantly capture memories with your smartphone and camera. Learn how to protect your precious memories from data loss with the 3-2-1 backup method.

G Force meets Pine Ridge tire and auto needs
Calvin Ghost Bear, owner of G Force Tire & Auto Service, stumbled into the auto repair business in Pine Ridge in 2013 while setting up his contracting shop. The unexpected venture, born out of community need, now thrives after a decade.

Unlocking career opportunities for youth
Golden West’s field service team brought their splicing trailer to Edgemont High School, providing students with insights into telecommunications careers and emphasizing trade school benefits. Students also received advice from Human Resource Assistant Jody Pease on transitioning to the professional world.

What causes cable bills to rise?
Golden West cable TV subscribers are set to face increased monthly fees once again as the company renegotiates retransmission consent carriage agreements with local broadcast stations. Federal regulations mandate the renewal every three years, and affiliates are demanding substantial fee hikes, posing challenges for cable companies and its customers.

5 steps to digitize your photos from the comfort of home
Follow these five basic steps to begin transforming core memories from the comfort of your home. Whether you have access to a scanner or rely on smartphone photography, there are various tools and apps available to simplify the process.