Blending the Arts
Bridgewater Musician & Makeup Artist Illustrates Children’s Book Series Rebecca Swift has pursued many interests over the years. The Bridgewater resident is a makeup artist, musician, social media director, illustrator, and mother of three. She may not be a...
Bird is the Word for Rural Communities Seeking an Economic Boost
Pheasants have long been a symbol of South Dakota. With more birds per capita than any other state, South Dakota attracts pheasant hunters both near and far every October. Their arrival gives a boost to rural economies in areas like Gregory and Winner that extends beyond dollars and cents.
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...
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....
Women of the Cloth
You might think fabric shortages would negatively impact a quilt shop. But for sisters, Deb Mergen and Diane Bunkers, owners of Always Your Design in Dell Rapids, it simply meant an opportunity to lend a helping hand.
Wall Business Helps Meat Demand
When food supplies dwindled as the pandemic forced the packing industry to scale back operations, Ken Charfauros and Janet Niehaus shuffled their plans to help ease demand.
Homeward Bound
When safety protocols dictated social distancing, schools and offices were suddenly off-limits. Students and professionals alike had to adapt to working online.
