Fiber-optic internet lights flame for candle-making business
Laurie Dolloff didn’t envision returning to Murdo after leaving the area. When she returned, fiber-optic internet from Golden West assisted Laurie with starting her homemade candle-making business. Read about how she runs an antique shop with her husband and sells her candles online and at area events, all while raising six kids.
Small-town designer’s journey leads to a life full of creativity
When Kelly Wollman moved to Bonesteel, she didn’t imagine that she would become the publisher of the Bonesteel Enterprise. Now, she is the sole owner of not only the Enterprise, but also her own graphic design and marketing business, Be Creative.
Family promotes homesteading with heart and hands-on help
Carrie and Jeremy Isaac run Harvey’s Homestead Supply to help their community start growing more of their own food. They provide locally sourced feed and products at their store, materials for canning and gardening, and free instructional classes on occasion.
Five generations of family build future on bank’s 120-year history
Established in 1905, the family-owned First Fidelity Bank in Burke has a 120-year history to its credit. Today the bank has offices in six additional South Dakota communities.
BAD Grandma turns crafting passion into good business
Beverly Duffel found her true calling by turning her passion for crafting into her own business, Crafts by BAD Grandma. With family support and great internet services, she successfully runs her business from the comfort of her home.
Kuchen remains king after 25 years as official SD dessert
What started in a basement has grown into a booming family-run business. Pietz’s Kuchen Kitchen & Specialties in Scotland are known for their signature kuchen and their handmade, locally sourced pizzas. Celebrate 25 years of kuchen as the official state dessert and see how the dough rises.
Partner Up with a Podcast
From finances and mysteries to business strategies and health, the topics available via podcasts offer education and entertainment.
Couple turns woodshop hobby into growing business
Dustin and Hezel Garness launched Garness Games, their yard game sales and rental business, out of their garage woodshop. When they brought some of their games to the Downtown Hartford Market, they quickly saw how their creations turned downtime into fun. With a fast, reliable internet connection from Golden West, they operate Garness Games without an issue. Find out why Dustin says starting the business “almost by accident” turned into unexpected growth.
Lakota grandmother turns 100, helped share culture globally
Rita Afraid of Bear, a founding member of the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers, recently celebrated a century of life experience. She has traveled around the world to share Lakota teachings and build understanding between cultures. Rita stays connected to her heritage wherever she is, and connects with other grandmothers, friends, and family through her Golden West service.
Six students. Two teachers. One small school ‘family.’
At Midland Elementary, six students, two teachers, and a close bond shape each school day. The elementary school offers one-on-one learning, unique opportunities, and reliable Golden West internet to keep students connected. Find out how this small school creates big opportunities.
