Opinion | Kingsbury Journal

The cross, a symbol of death and victory

My wife recently had a conversation with a fellow Christian who did not understand why, during Lent, we focus on Jesus’ passion and death. When we look to the cross, every Christian sees a sign of … more

By Deacon Christopher Kirst, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish | 4/5/23

A thing called baseball

Baseball remains my favorite sport. Despite changing the rules; despite the money that changed the players; despite all of that, I still like baseball. Throw the ball; hit the ball; catch the ball. … more

By Jim Thompson | 4/5/23

A passion for pump organs

It happens every time. I enter a historic museum, scan the room and spot it – a Victorian pump organ. I can't see what else is in the room or focus on the docent's voice because the pump organ is … more

By Julie Frances Miller | 4/5/23

Preorders open for Laura Ingalls Wilder “Pioneer Girl” book

The latest book in the Laura Ingalls Wilder “Pioneer Girl” series will be released in late May of this year. The South Dakota State Historical Society is taking preorders for “Pioneer Girl: The … more

4/5/23

Looking at what we accomplished in this session

With the completion of the 2023 legislative session, I believe a brief examination of its successes and failures is in order. Let’s begin with a review of some numbers. The Senate has 35 … more

By Rep. Tim Reisch, Dist. 8 | 4/5/23

Life really is worth living

For urgent help: anyone experiencing a crisis can call 988 and press 1 for mental health assistance. Counselors are available twenty-four/seven. Call 911 for all life-threatening situations. Reading … more

By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant | 4/5/23

Hindered by pain in your heel?

If you have pain on the bottom of your foot at the heel, especially when you take your first steps of the day, you likely have plantar fasciitis. One of the most common causes of foot pain, plantar … more

By Andrew Ellsworth, Md | 4/5/23

Have you ‘herd’ about all of the deer south of Spirit Lake?

Oh, deer!

3/29/23

Giving back — permanently

Every time I travel our state, the best part of my day is just meeting people. I run into old friends at Culver’s or HyVee all the time. They usually introduce me to whoever they’re with, whether … more

By Kristi Noem | 3/29/23

Long stories short — Postcard journals

Do you remember the time when nearly every gas station, restaurant and variety store displayed several racks of postcards? You could buy cards that portrayed lovely photos of local and state … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 3/29/23

Just to say, I’m over it! Chicken quesadillas

I’m not sure about everyone else, but I’m getting sick of these cold temperatures and constant threats of snow in the forecast. It’s supposed to be spring! It’s almost April; the weather … more

By Amy Halverson | 3/29/23

Bills enacted to strengthen election laws

Republican legislators celebrated the passage of 10 election integrity bills to strengthen the security of South Dakota elections and increase voter confidence in South Dakota’s election laws. … more

By Sen. Casey Crabtree | 3/29/23

Remembering on Vietnam War Veterans Day

Many of our fellow Americans are not aware that March 29 is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Today, I will attempt to remedy that, at least for those who will read this. Our nation’s Vietnam … more

By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant | 3/29/23

‘Arduous and lengthy’ — a medical school journey

It has been nine years since my medical school acceptance. I can describe my personal process in two words: arduous and lengthy. Now, this may not be the case for all people that apply to medical … more

By Samantha Darnall-Welinger, M.D. | 3/29/23

The De Smet High School cheer section was loud and proud all three nights of the State Tournament.

We’ve got spirit, yes we do!

3/22/23

Preserving ag, patriotism

I talk a lot about the American Dream. Unfortunately, that’s unusual these days. To me, the American Dream was an ideal that was embedded in my heart since I was a child. I think that had a lot to … more

By Kristi Noem | 3/22/23

NIMBY — Not In My Backyard

NIMBY — Not In My BackyardLook out people of Lake Preston. The NIMBYS are coming. Nimby is just a short word for Not in My Back Yard. Over the years I have lived here, some on the council, some not … more

By Benny Mogler, Lake Preston | 3/22/23

Inspiration and memories

I am so blessed to have friends who are talented wordsmiths. One such is Elaine Shipley in Fallon, Mont. Lainey has given me permission to use one of her musings.Inspiration and memories If at some … more

By Jim Thompson | 3/22/23

Just plain handy!

For many years the stage and the silver screen have dripped with dramatic scenes that involved a handkerchief. Shakespeare’s Othello killed his wife over a misunderstanding about a hanky. Bad guys … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 3/22/23

Grief and loss

Before my junior year in high school, I returned from a Boy Scout canoeing trip to discover my sister had been killed in a car crash. I will never forget the sadness of the moment when I walked into … more

By Richard Holm, MD | 3/22/23