Introduction to Conservation Corner

Hi everyone, I’m excited to now be writing for new audiences with Conservation Corner. I’ve been writing in my hometown paper for over a year now and I reached out to the editors of the local papers in all the counties I cover to see if they would like to run the column.

An Inside Look at the State B Tournament

Last week the boys’ basketball team participated in the state tournament. Players, students, and fans all came to Aberdeen and made sure to be loud and proud, but outside of the games everyone was also busy.

NEWS FROM AREA CHURCHES: GIFT GIVING

GIFT GIVINGIsn’t it fun to get a gift? Gifts can come in different sizes, colors, and ways. The Bible tells us that God loves us and because He loves us, He gives us each unique gifts that we can use. What spiritual gift has God given you?

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

I wrote my Cuppy’s Corner News Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. Monday evening, I watched the SDSU Lady Jacks play the University of Connecticut.

Notes from the American Legion Auxiliary

American Legion Auxiliary met on Monday March 17 with 12 members present. Pledge of Allegiance, Preamble, SD Pledge were all recited. Chaplain Marla gave the blessing. Parents and grandparents were present to listen to the 5th and 6th grade students that were winners in the poem and essay contest.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

I wrote my Cuppy’s Corner News Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. My granddaughter Becky Bell Krueger went with me to the foot doctor in the clinic later in the forenoon.Tuesday, I enjoyed the fried chicken dinner and carrot cake from the Manor kitchen.

THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE

Max Lucado tells of a bunch of candles that were in a storage closet. One night, there was an electrical storm, and the electricity in the house went out.

The Ag Program of Today and Tomorrow

The Wessington Springs Ag, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) program has been a strong program since its inception in 1916 and has constantly stood at the top of innovation in the Ag world.

DISTRICT 20 REP. JEFF BATHKE

After experiencing the last nine weeks of many unneeded bills, I think we have run out of meaningful laws to make in South Dakota. We could show up for one day and approve the budget and call it a day.

South Dakota’s 100th Legislative Session, Final Week

It was a great honor to represent District 20. I am incredibly thankful for this opportunity and to be a parttime Legislator for the great state of South Dakota. I have met so many amazing people from across this state that are working tirelessly for the people.