Tree Programs

If it’s time to be thinking about tree planning for next spring, then we had better be informed on the cost share programs available as trees can be expensive. If you are wanting fabric installed keep in mind it is approximately two-thirds of the cost on that final bill.

LETTERBOX: Support Country-of-Origin Labeling for Beef

Dear Editor and Readers of the True Dakotan: As the owners of Kimball Livestock Exchange and South Dakota cattle producers ourselves, we take great pride in raising safe, high-quality American beef that feeds families across the nation.

It’s That Time

It’s that time of the year when you need to make the decision if you are going to order trees for this next spring. I’m talking to whatever tree size order from the large shelter belts to those of you only planting a couple in your yard.

Stay Aware of Breast Cancer This October

AVERA WESKOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL MONTHLY COLUMNPink ribbons, pink hair and pink T-shirts are signs of the season this October, yet more importantly, these colorful reminders can save lives.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

I wrote my news Monday morning. Delia came to get it later in the forenoon. I enjoyed the hamburger, tator tots, green beans and melon from the Manor kitchen. In the evening, I went out for a walk – nice to enjoy the fresh air and exercise.

Birds of a Different Feather

Every once in a while, I’m going to poke the bear. After all, the point of this column, my job, and conservation in general is to try and change practices or beliefs that are outdated or weren’t proper in the first place.

United for Local News: Taking South Dakota Voices to Washington

Last week, I had the privilege of joining fellow South Dakota publisher Molly McRoberts of the Potter County News and Dave Bordewyk, Executive Director of the South Dakota NewsMedia Association, for the News Media Alliance’s Support Journalism Fly-In in Washington, D.C.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

I wrote my news Monday morning. Delia came to get it later in the forenoon. I enjoyed the beef stroganoff and watermelon from the Manor kitchen. In the evening, I went out for a walk for some fresh air and exercise.Tuesday, I enjoyed the chicken dinner and carrot cake from the Manor kitchen.

FREEDOM OF THE PRESS STARTS HERE AT HOME

National Newspaper Week is an invitation to pause and reflect on what a free press means, not just in D.C. or New York, but in towns like Wessington Springs, Wolsey, Lane, Alpena, and every rural crossroad that relies on trusted local news.

Watching the Yield Monitors?

Many, if not most, farmers with soybeans are hard at it with harvest. There’s even a fair amount of corn combined. What looked like a fall when things might go into October quite green from the late summer rains sure turned drier in a hurry.