Kingsbury Journal

New beginnings

The calendar started over on Jan. 1, a Sunday this year. What lies ahead – war in Ukraine, food shortages worldwide, inflation? What should we do to make it a better year? Farmers plan for the next … more

By Deacon Wil Ward, Prairie Baptist Church, De Smet | 1/4/23

Think outside, inside, over and under the box

Have you ever pondered and searched, then purchased what you thought would be the perfect present for your favorite toddler? You wrapped it in fancy penguin-print paper and presented it to her on the … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 1/4/23

A ‘pop’ular snack, and kettle corn

I love popcorn. It is one of the few snacks I can enjoy without feeling guilty afterward, and I love how easy it is to make up a bunch. I used to buy the microwave popcorn a lot. It was so convenient … more

By Amy Halverson | 1/4/23

An avid fan reaches out

It’s 2023 … Thank you, friends, for another blank slate, one which to continue to write my life story. New Year's Prayer - by Helen Steiner Rice (from the Connection of Jake Lake) Give us through … more

By Kindly, Krissy Johnson, Faith, S.D.Jim Thompson | 1/4/23

Making everything snug and cozy

The words “snug and cozy” appear several times in the Little House books, especially in the “Little House in the Big Woods.” This is the perfect time of year to think about having our homes … more

By Julie Frances Miller | 1/4/23

Iroquois preschool through second grade had a blast during an indoor recess on Dec. 20. Since it was too cold to go outside, children enjoyed new and different activities in the elementary hallway, accompanied by Christmas music for dancing. Students could be heard saying, "That recess was the best ever!"

Making the best of a cold situation

12/28/22

To expand broadband, accountability is key

Expanding broadband to more rural areas has long been a priority of mine. As we are increasingly reliant on an internet connection to run a business, provide health care or do homework, it is more … more

By Sen. John Thune | 12/28/22

Back to Forward in the New Year

As the year comes to an end, we look back. At the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve, millions across the world gleefully belt out the words to “Auld Lang Syne.” The tune is an old Scottish … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 12/28/22

Sharing the gift of love

Christmas blessings to you! May you abide in the hope, peace and joy that is ours with the gift of a Savior! Yes, Christmas Day has come and gone, but we find ourselves now a few days into the … more

By Vicar Brad Sanderson, Lake Preston/North Preston Lutheran | 12/28/22

A break from tradition; French toast casserole

I hope everyone was able to enjoy Christmas. Between the weather and illnesses, we had to postpone some of our celebrations, but we were able to get together with most of our children for a Christmas … more

By Amy Halverson | 12/28/22

Listening to the bells — a Christmas favorite

"Favorite" is often overused, but if I were given a choice of my favorite Christmas story, I wouldn't hesitate. Though my Good Stuff files overflow with holiday "stuff," there is only one favorite … more

By Jim Thompson | 12/28/22

Remember, if it sounds too good to be true...

At my house, classic TV is a given. My 93-year-old father-in-law enjoys watching reruns of westerns, Perry Mason, Andy Griffith and Gomer Pyle. With these old favorites come commercials targeting an … more

By Debra Johnston, M.D. | 12/28/22

The Iroquois music department, under the direction of Teresa Decker and Jenni Karlen, traveled to the South Dakota State Capitol on Mon., Dec. 12 to perform.  The Little Chief Choir, high school band and chorus ensemble filled the Rotunda with Christmas tunes. Afterward, they enjoyed the beautifully decorated trees throughout the Capitol building.

Chief choir performs at the Capitol

12/21/22

Curtailing China

China’s Communist government hates America. That may seem overly harsh or simple – but it’s a fact. They want to be the strongest nation on earth, and they see America standing in their way. … more

By Kristi Noem | 12/21/22

Here we come a-caroling among the leaves so green

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! As we deck the halls and fill our hearts with good cheer, we tell tales of the glories of Christmas trees long, long ago. My generation has rocked … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 12/21/22

Joy is the gift of ‘God with us’

“Joy to the world, the Lord is come! Let earth receive its King! Joy to the earth, the Savior reigns! Let all their songs employ.” These words are the opening lines of the first two verses of a … more

By Vicar Brad Sanderson, Lake Preston/North Preston Lutheran | 12/21/22

Adventures in pie making, and snowball cookies

Last week, I shared my recipe for perfect pumpkin pies, and I decided to make two of them for a big family gathering. Unfortunately, my attempt at quickly whipping up a couple of pies turned into a … more

By Amy Halverson | 12/21/22

‘Good Stuff’ no longer playing on the radio

I got this today in response to an announcement on radio that I was stopping the radio version of Good Stuff at the end of the year. I will continue the newspaper column for the foreseeable … more

By Jim Thompson | 12/21/22

Ever wonder what the Bible has to say about angels?

We all talk about angels, but in a light-hearted way, many times with much laughter. We sometimes say, “Our Guardian Angel surely was on duty” if we nearly had an accident, but the truth is we do … more

By Rose Grothe | 12/21/22

Major advances in surgery happen step by step

My son is one of the many Americans with cleft lip and palate. The specifics of each affected individual’s situation vary, but one thing they have in common is that they will be having surgery. … more

By Debra Johnston, M.D. | 12/21/22