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Sioux Falls Area EV Expo set for September 17

Electric vehicle technology will be on display at the fourth annual Sioux Falls Area EV Expo on Tuesday, September 17, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds (100 N Lyon Blvd) in Sioux Falls. The event is being sponsored by Sioux Valley Energy,...

The Arrival Of Jesus

Pastor’s Corner Pastor Jan | Dell Rapids United Methodist Church Love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your being, and all your strength. 6 These words that I am commanding you today must always be on your minds. 7 Recite them to your children. Talk about...

FCSAmerica provides insurance and grant options

Sara Stadem | Editor While farming can be a stressful career choice, there are ways to help prepare for those unexpected disasters; the disasters out of your control. While National Farm Safety and Heath Week focuses on the safety of those working in agriculture and...

This harvest, take the time to be safe

Farmers urged to look for overhead and underground hazards As harvest approaches, ag producers and their employees are urged to watch for hazards as they enter and exit their fields.“Take the time, every time to check your clearances and keep your distance from...

Simple preparations can prevent childhood chemical poisoning

Chemical poisoning incidents continue to be a potentially lethal problem when products such as industrial and household cleansers and disinfectants, and agricultural pesticides are stored or used improperly. By following a few simple rules, most of the incidents are...

What is National Farm Safety and Health Week

National Farm Safety and Health Week is an annual observance dedicated to promoting safety and health awareness among farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers. Typically held in the third week of September, this event has its roots in 1944, when President Franklin...

Plan for the unexpected

Sara Stadem | Editor National Farm Safety and Health Week is a week that focuses on raising awareness about the safety and health of those that work in agriculture. This year, National Farm Safety and Health Week runs from September 15-21, with this year featuring the...

Tips for safer farming

Tractor accidents, grain entrapment and injuries from ornery livestock are just some of the dangers agricultural workers face every day. In fact, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health says agriculture is one of the most hazardous industries in the...

Marching Bulldogs step into 2024 season

The Baltic Marching Bulldogs will head into their 2024 season under the direction of High School Band Teacher Ms. Nicole Woods. This is her third year directing the Bulldogs. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The Marching Bulldogs are getting ready to kick of...