|
My sister’s eyes shone as she unpacked the last item from the box of outgrown baby things she had brought to share. “Oh, DeAnn, this was yours!” She held up a small pastel-green snowsuit. It …
more
By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
|
1/13/21
|
|
The prophet Elijah had had it! He had done what God asked him to do: give God’s message to God’s people. And now what did they want to do? They wanted to kill him! So, Elijah runs away, angered …
more
By Pastor Elisa Berndt, Trinity Lutheran Church, Arlington
|
1/13/21
|
|
I think almost everyone grew up eating their mom’s tuna casserole, and they either loved it or hated it. I don’t remember loving it when I was a kid, but I do now. Back then, it was just …
more
By Amy Halverson
|
1/13/21
|
|
South Dakota’s values and beliefs are rooted in our agricultural heritage and our boundless natural resources. Together they drive our economy, feed our families, and provide world class outdoor …
more
By Kristi Noem
|
1/8/21
|
|
This week marks the season of Epiphany, which coincides with the story in the Gospel of Matthew about the Wise Men (or Magi or astrologers) who seek Jesus by following a star. I often used to wonder …
more
By Pastor Elisa Berndt, Trinity Lutheran Church, Arlingto
|
1/8/21
|
|
Once. Maybe twice a year. That was normally the number of times the Hallelujah Chorus echoed through our house following our mother’s announcement, “No school today!” She would have heard it on …
more
By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
|
1/8/21
|
|
I survived the holidays! I didn’t get as much baking done as I had wanted, but I was able to get just enough made to keep everyone satisfied. However, I realized that I will never be able to …
more
By Amy Halverson
|
1/8/21
|
|
When I teach medical students, I always remind them that we will see people on the very best days of their lives and the very worst days of their lives. As a result, we will see every range of …
more
By Jill Kruse, D.O.
|
12/31/20
|
|
I survived the holidays! I didn’t get as much baking done as I had wanted, but I was able to get just enough made to keep everyone satisfied. However, I realized that I will never be able to …
more
By Amy Halverson
|
12/31/20
|
|
“Rollin’, rollin’, rollin’….” Frankie Laine’s smooth voice drifted into the kitchen, signaling the beginning of our favorite western. My brother penciled one more division problem, then …
more
By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
|
12/31/20
|
|
meditationsPastor jim millman You are most likely reading this article in the middle of the week after Christmas. If you were fortunate enough to be surrounded by your family and friends during this …
more
By Pastor Jim Millman
|
12/31/20
|
|
It has been a year to remember, seemingly for all the wrong reasons. COVID-19 devastated families across our country. In other states, violent riots and looting tore communities apart. And it seems …
more
By Kristi Noem
|
12/31/20
|
|
When our children were small, money was often tight, but we had plenty. Plenty of love. Plenty to eat. They had plenty of imagination and plenty to play with; cardboard boxes, tables and blankets…
more
By James Jesser, Kingsbury Journal
|
12/23/20
|
|
Christmas is almost here, and I’ve finally gotten a start on some of my candy making. I’ve decided to keep it simple this year. I still have cookies to make, so I don’t want to start …
more
By Amy Halverson
|
12/23/20
|
|
A thick flurry of flakes churns and swirls wildly, creating a crystalline wall of white. Gradually, the whirling slows, and the gossamer flecks begin to drift and flutter gently, magically revealing …
more
By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
|
12/23/20
|
|
There are several different Christmas traditions that are observed this time of year. Many families share a large meal together. We look forward to having our entire family together, the turkey and …
more
Pastor Jim Millman
|
12/23/20
|
|
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. As I write this, it’s the last day of Hanukkah, Christmas is right around the corner, and the New Year comes shortly thereafter. I know my family is …
more
By Kristi Noem
|
12/23/20
|
|
Christmas is right around the corner, and I’m getting caught up and ready for the holidays. I finally got my Halloween decorations down, so I could start putting up Christmas decorations. I’m …
more
By Amy Halverson
|
12/16/20
|
|
The winds of change will soon be sweeping through the agriculture industry in Washington, D.C. Between a new administration and turnover of three of the top four Agriculture Committee leaders in the …
more
By Doug Noem
|
12/16/20
|
|
Elbows on the counter, I watched as Mom carefully pried the top corner from the blue and red box. The words on the front foil wrap boldly proclaimed “Free Glass Inside!” A giant starburst …
more
By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
|
12/16/20
|
