What has changed? I certainly hope that Gevo will come to Lake Preston; it would be a great benefit to all the county’s corn producers and the county in general. What has changed from three years …
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By Wayne Soren, Lake Preston
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12/27/23
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12/27/23
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During the holiday season, we are surrounded by many gifts. I’m sure we can all remember growing up and not being able to sleep the night before Christmas. The anticipation and the excitement for …
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By Kristi Noem
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12/27/23
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At last, they had made it! The three brushed the layer of dust from their fine robes and opened their travel bags. Caspar removed a shiny piece of gold. Melchior found the bundle of frankincense. …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/27/23
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As they say in Ireland, "a happy Christmas to all" or phonetically in Gaelic, "Noleg Shona" ’Twas the week after Christmas and all through the house, Nothing would fit me, not even a blouse. The …
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By Jim Thompson
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12/27/23
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I hope everyone was able to enjoy the holidays despite the last-minute snow. We traveled before the snow hit and then stayed around home and enjoyed a white Christmas. We had Christmas at my mom’s …
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By Amy Halverson
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12/27/23
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For generations, home ownership has been a goal that families plan for, budget for and work hard to achieve. Thinking back to when Ashley and I were newlyweds and planning for a family, we dreamt of …
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By Sen. Casey Crabtree
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12/27/23
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Christmas time is a time for giving. It is a joy to give as well as a joy to receive. If we are honest, some gifts “hit the spot” more than others. Some keep our attention longer. Some we hold …
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By Pastor Mike Gunnon, De Smet Alliance Church
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12/27/23
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12/20/23
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Could the “Underlining Elegance” of this Christmas season be “Peace on Earth, Good Will to Men?” No other better underlining came to my sewing room (my mind). In our turbulent world today, we …
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By Hilda Bjordahl, PEO – Dec. 19, 1977
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12/20/23
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“How much longer ‘til Christmas?” Mom likely grew tired of my incessant question; it seemed to me like Christmas would NEVER come! “It’s only two weeks away,” she replied patiently, then …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/20/23
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What comes to mind when you think of the word “joy?” Maybe it is time with family or friends. Maybe it is time spent with your spouse or children. Maybe there is a certain hobby or pastime that …
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By Pastor Mike Gunnon, De Smet Alliance Church
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12/20/23
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Christmas will soon be upon us. I pray that you will be around family and friends for the occasion. Here's a Christmas poem from cowboy poet friend Bob Peterman from Montana. It’d been a long cold …
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By Jim Thompson
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12/20/23
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Myths are just stories we tell ourselves and others to make sense of the world around us. They convey beliefs or values and attempt to tell truths. In their effort to tell the truth, myths may …
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By Jill Kruse, D.O.
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12/20/23
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Once again, our American Legion State Commander Courtney Steffen has allowed me to share her inspiring message with the Kingsbury Journal readers. “Getting ready for another day at one of the most …
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By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant
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12/20/23
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12/13/23
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It’s December and the holiday season is in full swing. This time of year is one of my favorites because of time spent with family and celebrating Christmas traditions. The beginning of December …
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By Sen. Casey Crabtree
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12/13/23
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Letter to the editor Monday evening, Merrill and I attended the Parade of Lights in Lake Preston. It was spectacular. We were thrilled; we did not expect to see such awesome parade entries. We want …
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By Leslie Anderson And Merrill Zeeck, -Lake Preston, SD
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12/13/23
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I stomped the snow off my boots and opened the door to the kitchen. “Mom, I got the mail. Looks like we got nine Christmas cards!” Mom’s face lit with a smile as she took the bundle from me. …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/13/23
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I love Christmas. It is the time we spend with our loved ones, enjoying good food and fellowship and the joy that comes from giving and receiving gifts. As I write this, Christmas is just a few weeks …
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By Pastor Mike Gunnon, De Smet Alliance Church
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12/13/23
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