Opinion | Kingsbury Journal

Have faith, and let God work in our lives

LAST WEEK, WE TOOK a look at the first chapter of Habakkuk. I’ve labeled this the “WHY” chapter because the prophet Habakkuk questioned God’s way of dealing with the Israelites, who had … more

By Deacon Andy Todd, Prairie Baptist Church, De Smet | 10/25/23

From summer to winter, and snack mix

Halloween is right around the corner, and it sounds like the dreaded “S” word, snow, is also. Thank goodness I got most of my canning from the garden done. I guess I shouldn’t be surprised to … more

By Amy Halverson | 10/25/23

The story of Boys State and Girls State

Back in the depression-ridden days of the early 30s, the American Legion grew concerned over public statements to the effect that Democracy was "on the skids." How, it wondered, could America train … more

By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant | 10/25/23

Is anyone seeking to serve at any type of level?

Does it seem to you that it's a "me" type of world? Is anyone seeking to serve? At any level? Thinking about that recently led to rediscovering this old poem. Too much truth to ignore. I'll leave it … more

By Jim Thompson | 10/25/23

Jim Schmidt captured some nature photos during a morning outing to Lake Thompson on a frosty fall morning.

Dropping in for a frosty morning visit

10/18/23

Smells like work!

I stepped off the school bus to a farmyard bustling with activity. A tractor pulled a trailer behind the barn. A scraping sound blended with the engine noises. A hint of fall hovered in the cool … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 10/18/23

Oven tricks for heating treats, and cinnamon rolls

Did you know an oven has zones that are the key to perfectly baked goods and roasting veggies? I’m going to share where to place oven racks in a standard oven for the perfect finish when broiling, … more

By Amy Halverson | 10/18/23

How high is your view of God?

How do we make sense of our lives when the circumstances around us seem out of control? Where do our hearts turn, and what do we start thinking when it seems that God doesn’t hear us or care about … more

By Pastor Bill Holmes, Prairie Baptist Church, De Smet | 10/18/23

Inspired again by a dead brilliant obituary

It's hard to imagine how far America has fallen since the era of "Make America Great Again." I'm not talking politicians but rather the era of pride in our country. I dug out this little piece that I … more

By Jim Thompson | 10/18/23

Differences matter

Aristotle is said to have referred to the female as a mutilated male, and this philosophy seems to have carried forward into much more modern times. In 1977, official FDA guidelines recommended that … more

By Debra Johnston, M.D. | 10/18/23

Youth Trooper Academy trains young adults

I would like to inform the readers of some of our American Legion Youth Programs, beginning with the South Dakota Youth Trooper Academy. This is a cooperative effort between South Dakota’s Highway … more

By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant | 10/18/23

Crowning glory — highlights of a lifetime

Our grandma braided her hair and wound it in a tight circle at the crown of her head. Bobby pins must have secured that braid, though I never saw them. As a child I imagined this as her permanent … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 10/4/23

Brining is the key; give pan-seared duck a try

With duck season kicking off recently and the Ducks Unlimited Banquet last weekend, I thought I should share a good recipe for duck. Unfortunately, I didn’t have one, but I found one on the Ducks … more

By Amy Halverson | 10/4/23

Read this to your mother, wife, sister, niece or daughter

If only I had an author to credit for this piece. It is thought provoking. Sons should provide copies for their mothers, their wives and their daughters. Someone should read it at the wedding of a … more

By Jim Thompson | 10/4/23

The self-serving importance of getting involved

I would like to share some words from our Commander of the South Dakota American Legion, Courtney Steffen. “Greetings and thank you for the opportunity to be a guest columnist again. Today, I want … more

By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant | 10/4/23

The traveling toilet made its rounds inside the school building during homecoming week. The Iroquois County-Line Crew is raising money for the Kingsbury County Cancer Walk as a first-year team. Contact co-captains Darcy Miller or Becky Harris to purchase a luminary for $5. They will also be available at the Iroquois American Bank & Trust.

Toilets are making their way around Iroquois

9/27/23

Going ‘Spoonless’

“I picked up a watermelon in Huron. Thought it would taste good in this heat.” Mom nodded a smile of thanks to her husband, already looking forward to the cool, sweet treat. “The kids will love … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 9/27/23

Your biggest problem is not what you think

What is the biggest problem you are facing in your life right now? I imagine that the thoughts of everyone reading this article immediately went to something specific. Some of you immediately started … more

By Pastor Jim Millman, De Smet Community Church | 9/27/23

Heat in the kitchen, and BBQ meatballs

The weather has definitely cooled down, but the kitchen has heated up with more canning. Last week, I ended up taking a bucket and a cooler half full of tomatoes to my mom’s house in Dell Rapids to … more

By Amy Halverson | 9/27/23

Kindly do not touch; it’s war

Today's story comes from my friend Terry Virag in Miles City, Mont., whose wife found it in a box she was sorting. Thanks, Terry. The Box Once upon a time in the land of Hush-A-Bye, Around about the … more

By Jim Thompson | 9/27/23