Rep. Dusty Johnson and the Associated General Contractors are pictured. (Photo/Submitted) Pictured are Rep. Dusty Johnson and Vietnam-era veterans at the Sioux Falls pinning ceremony. (Photo/Submitted) Rep. Dusty Johnson BIG UpdatePort workers at East and Gulf Coast...
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Not Another Ballot Measure
Sen. Brent Hoffman “Term limits would cure both senility and seniority…both terrible legislative diseases.” - Harry Truman You don’t hear much talk about term limits nowadays, and that’s just how most politicians like it. But many voters are interested in the topic,...
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor: We are being told how important the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline will be for economic development. As always when out-of-state companies plan projects that depend on support from us, they promise jobs, investment, better corn prices, and prosperity....
Broadband blunders leave Americans disconnected
Sen. John Thune President Biden promised that his infrastructure law would make high-speed internet “available everywhere in America,” and he put Vice President Harris in charge of broadband initiatives to accomplish that goal. Three years later, this administration’s...
Round ‘em up
Gov. Kristi Noem “There’s nothing better for the inside of a man than the outside of a horse.” That quote hung on a gate on our family farm and ranch growing up. It wasn’t until years later that I realized who said those words: the Gipper himself, President Ronald...
What is 4-H?
4‑H is America’s largest youth development organization—empowering nearly six million young people with the skills to lead for a lifetime.4‑H is a community for all kidsIn 4‑H, we believe in the power of young people. We see that every child has valuable strengths and...
Local clubs are recognizing National 4-H Week
National 4-H Week is an annual celebration that high-lights the impact and importance of the 4-H organization in the lives of young people across the United States. Held during the first full week of October, this week serves to showcase the programs, achievements,...
Learning about the American Civil War
A huge thank you to Kevin Gansz from the Siouxland Heritage Museums for taking time out of his day to re-enact “Life as a Civil War Soldier.” Kevin interacted with Mr. Schulte’s U.S. History classes discussing what Union soldiers’ equipment, clothing, and life looked...
Ryan Paul Fiegen
28 Morrisville, NC September 19, 2024 Ryan Paul Fiegen, of Morrisville, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Ryan was born on January 6, 1994, in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Ryan was the son that every parent dreams of. He enjoyed life, especially...
Quarrier defense shuts down Tri-Valley
Quarrier Carson Maeschen and Kenny Swanson work together to take down the Mustang offense during their game on the road when they traveled to Tri-Valley. (Photo/Tanya Schmidt) Matt Larson | Big Sioux Media The Dell Rapids Quarrier defense was the story of the game...