Committed Employees Strive to Provide Exceptional Service
Golden West prides itself on longevity in terms of service, customers and employees. As of December 2020, employees have a combined 2,142 years of service; that’s great for the company and even better for its customers.
Going Once, Going Twice, Going Strong for 70+ Years
Wieman Land & Auction Co. has been a mainstay in Marion since 1949. The key to success for this third-generation business has been embracing modern technology while still relying on old-fashioned handshakes.
“Our motto is, we’ll sell the earth and everything on it,” says owner Kevin Wieman. “So, anything else you can come up with, we’ve sold.”
Security Cameras Use Internet to Offer Protection & Peace of Mind
Security cameras are a great investment for your home. In addition to providing peace of mind, they can help deter crime, allow you to check in on children and pets, and make your life easier in many other ways.
Living the ‘Good’ Life in Long Valley
The Good family has owned a ranch in Long Valley for 70 years. Between training and breeding performance horses, rodeo and holding annual training clinics, they’re keeping busy!
Jealous Overcomes Hardships to Build a Better Future
The owner of Thikaga Construction is building quality, affordable homes that are helping make a positive difference on the Pine Ridge Reservation and other Lakota communities across the state. His first project, working for the Thunder Valley Community Development Corporation, is a 34-acre “regenerative community” focused on serving as a catalyst for change on the reservation.
Why Shopping Local Matters More Than Ever
Even in a normal year, shopping local makes a difference. With the challenges of 2020, it’s more important than ever to support businesses in your community.
Legendary Airbrush Artist Leaves Mark on Menno
Mickey Harris is considered both a pioneer in the practice and one of the country’s best airbrush painters – and he lives in Menno, southwest of Freeman.
Hot Springs Couple Raise Dexters for Beef & Breeding
The Woehls both grew up on commercial ranches but had limited their herd to a few grade Angus on their 300-acre spread outside Hot Springs while raising their children. They were drawn to Dexters because of the breed’s overall heartiness and docile temperament. The animal’s smaller size — they’re about half as large as a commercial cow — was a plus given the couple’s limited acreage. At the time Dexters were on the Livestock Conservancy’s endangered list but have since been moved to the watch list after making an impressive comeback.
Burke Student Receives $2,000 Scholarship
The South Dakota Telecommunications Association (SDTA) has awarded a $2,000 memorial scholarship to Jackson Liewer of Burke, SD.
Some Towns See Bright Spot with More Local Shopping
When the pandemic first hit, Dell Rapids City Administrator Justin Weiland worried sales tax collections would drop significantly and impede the city’s ability to provide services.