Kingsbury Journal

By now everyone with a television or internet connection has heard of the “Opioid Crisis in America.” Deaths from accidental overdoses of opioids each year have now surpassed deaths from … more

By Kenneth A. Bartholomew, MD | 7/15/20

Give thanks for heroes, blessings and happiness

This last week I began my 48th trip around the sun. I know, I have said that in previous writings, but this last Monday, July 6, was very profound. I lost one of my heroes, Charlie Daniels. I, along … more

By Jerod Jordan, Spirit Lake Presbyterian Church | 7/15/20

What we remember: farm animals and our memories

Isn’t it amazing how different people remember different things, whether it be about a long-ago incident or something that happened “only yesterday?” Sometimes I think we choose … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempe | 7/15/20

A historic Independence Day at Mount Rushmore

On July 3rd, South Dakota got to showcase our state to not only the rest of the nation but also the world. For the first time in more than a decade, we celebrated America’s birthday with … more

By Gov. Kristi Noem | 7/15/20

Finding a new balance

Life is about balance. We balance our time, our budgets, our work and our family. If you concentrate too much in one area, you will soon be wanting in another. Additionally, our bodies are constantly … more

By Andrew Ellsworth, MD | 7/8/20

Playing in the dirt: nature’s medicine

Long before the coronavirus pandemic infested our world like an invasive species, researchers lauded the advantages of communing with nature, scratching in the soil. Besides the obvious benefits of … more

By Deann (Wolkow) Kruempel | 7/8/20

Heritage is a blessing we can learn from

It is truly an honor and privilege to have the opportunity to share my thoughts regarding faith and life through this wonderful publication. Have you ever given serious thought to the heritage that … more

By Jerod Jordan, Spirit Lake Presbyterian Church | 7/8/20

The importance of Mount Rushmore, the shrine of democracy

A number of presidents have come to Mount Rushmore through the years, starting in 1927 with Calvin Coolidge when he authorized the first funding for the carving of the memorial. I’ve been there … more

By Senator John Thune | 7/8/20

It’s time to revive the countryside drive

Life has flipped a U-turn for many Americans in the last few weeks. Suddenly, people discover they have time they have never had before but with far fewer opportunities for which to use it. Social … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 7/6/20

Classic S’mores, frozen S’mores, and s’more S’mores

Independence Day is right around the corner, and for me that means fireworks, family, bonfires and s’mores!Ever since I was little kid, I remember the excitement of going to the large fireworks … more

By Amy Halverson | 7/1/20

It’s healthy to talk about bodily functions

One summer during my college years, another premed student and I got a job at the Swedish Hospital in Minneapolis as nurses’ aides. At that time, the guys were called orderlies, but we were … more

By Richard P. Holm, MD | 7/1/20

The older I get, the more thankful I feel

My name is Jerod Jordan. I am the minister serving the people of Spirit Lake Presbyterian Church in rural De Smet, S.D. Soon, I will be another year older, and I am thankful to God for every day that … more

By Jerod Jordan, Spirit Lake Presbyterian Church | 7/1/20

Tread on Mount Rushmore? Not on my watch

For weeks now, we have been witnessing a troubling turning point in our nation’s history. We moved from calls for reform to violent riots and looting. Now, we’re witnessing a radical … more

By Gov. Kristi Noem | 7/1/20

Keeping everything simple

I was an awkward and chubby little kid. I wore glasses, had one heck of a cowlick and fit snugly in my “husky” sized Plain Pocket jeans from the shelves of JC Penney. I was okay at … more

By Jim Girard | 6/24/20

Good old macaroni salad is summertime fallback

Since I was a kid, summer has always been one of my favorite times of year. Back then it meant not having to be in school, going to the pool or the lake, hanging out with friends and enjoying the … more

By Amy Halverson | 6/24/20

Ten miles to school, uphill both ways

“Well, back in my day…” Grandpa begins to reminisce about his school days when a teenage grandson cuts in. “Yes, we know, Grandpa. You walked ten miles to school every … more

By Deann (Wolkow) Kruempel | 6/24/20

Give the gift of organ donation

At the bottom right hand corner of my driver’s license there is a small heart and the word “donor.” The print is small and easy to miss among all the other information contained. … more

By Jill Kruse, D.O. | 6/24/20

Corn Growers fight for ethanol industry

Things never come easy for the ethanol industry. It seems like every time ethanol earns a victory, it runs into another roadblock. A little more than a year ago, things were looking up when the … more

By Doug Noem | 6/24/20

The free gift of forgiveness is always yours

“Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth: I have not come to bring peace, but a sword.” Matthew 10:34 These are always hard words for us to hear, aren’t they? … more

By Vicar Brad Sanderson, Lake Preston/North Preston Lutheran Church | 6/24/20

Dads’ lessons will last a lifetime

Strong families are often built around strong dads. I was so blessed to grow up with a strong dad, a cowboy. But as you probably know, we lost my dad in a farm accident when I was 22. That tragedy … more

By Gov. Kristi Noem | 6/24/20