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Americanism is, quite simply, Love of America

This is my fifth article informing Kingsbury Journal readers about The American Legion. The American Legion was founded upon four pillars of service in 1919, and still to this day, we continue to … more

By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant | 6/21/23

We’re happy to be called ‘lake people’

Every place I go, and especially in church on Sunday, I hear this, “Hey Tim, are the fish biting?” Of course, the reason for this question is that Marcia and I have a place on both Lake Thompson … more

By Tim Goodwin | 6/21/23

Coping with the ‘out of our control’ reality of agriculture

Marrying a farm kid has shown me the immense amount of pride in being part of the agricultural community. It is prevalent that the agricultural profession, while rewarding, is challenging. Running … more

By Curstie Konold, MPH, CSW, QMHP | 6/21/23

Two girls on their horses must have needed a little pick-me-up on Tuesday morning at the De Smet Mercantile and Coffeehouse.

Horses take the trot-through

6/14/23

South Dakota — America’s freedom stronghold

You know the Founding Fathers, the men who laid the foundation for this great nation. You probably know Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Madison, Franklin and Hamilton, but you may not have heard of … more

By Kristi Noem | 6/14/23

Don’t waste time on discussions that make no sense

Can you tell it’s political season in America? I suppose in reality, it's always political season. I may have had this in front of you prior to today, but it’s well worth repeating. Bob Logue, a … more

By Jim Thompson | 6/14/23

A totally tall tree tale

Most of us go through a bout of rebellion at some time in our lives. Mine breezed in when I was a sapling, knee high to a hydrangea. My folks hoped I’d reach for the treetops and like a great tall … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 6/14/23

Looking for real peace in our time

In 1938, the British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain famously declared that the Munich Agreement with Germany would bring “peace for our time.” Less than one year later, Germany’s invasion … more

By Stuart Twite | 6/14/23

Smoking up some delicious mac and cheese

If you live near us, you may have noticed more smoke than usual coming from behind our fence. One night was from me, but all the other nights were from my husband Josh, cooking up something on our … more

By Amy Halverson | 6/14/23

Primary, deciduous, baby teeth: Do they even matter?

In a single word, yes, our first teeth are important in so many ways. They require just as much attention and love as our permanent teeth. Beginning with good habits is the best way to maintain those … more

By Brock Tidstrom, DDS | 6/14/23

Strong national defense is a pillar of The American Legion

This is the fourth article about The American Legion. This week I will cover the second pillar of The American Legion, a Strong National Defense. "The story of American wars is one of gallant deeds … more

By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant | 6/14/23

De Smet Farm Mutual ended the month of May, Beef Month, by grilling out and employees sporting their agriculture t-shirts. Pam Hojer grills up the hamburgers, left, and Jennifer Duffy, left, Bailey Jensen and Frankie Freyberger wear their agriculture tees.

Ending Beef Month in a fun way

6/7/23

Grit and grind: Building SD for the next generation

I first ran for public office for a handful of reasons, but the reason at the heart of everything has always been my kids – and now my grandkids. I ran to ensure that they would be able to live … more

By Kristi Noem | 6/7/23

Connecting with our roots

Our father knew a lot about trees. He could glance at a towering wonder growing 200 yards away and whip off its name. “That elm looks pretty tough after the wind storm,” or “Those cottonwoods … more

By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel | 6/7/23

A dad and his boy

Time for fishing and Father’s Day - I like poetry by Edgar Guest. Especially on this subject. A boy and his dad A boy and his dad on a fishing trip - There is a glorious fellowship! Father and son … more

By Jim Thompson | 6/7/23

A fun bridal shower, and lemon bars

This past Saturday, I went to my cousin’s bridal shower, and I must admit I was pleasantly surprised with how much fun I had. I drove down to my cousin’s farmhouse near Parker for the shower on … more

By Amy Halverson | 6/7/23

Waiting and worshipping, with God’s blessing

One day several years ago, when my children were small and we lived in New York, I took my daughter to a routine doctor’s appointment. Everything about it was … routine. As we sat … more

By Stuart Twite | 6/7/23

Prim and proper at the pump organ in the parlor

There is a place the Ingalls lived that is not well-known, since Laura did not write a book about their experiences there. When Laura was age nine, the family moved to Burr Oak, Iowa, to live in … more

By Julie Frances Miller | 6/7/23

American Legion provides pillar of support for veterans

The four pillars of The American Legion are Veterans - Defense - Americanism – Youth. Today, I’ll cover Veterans - Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation. Abraham Lincoln's timeless call to action … more

By David Gutzmer, American Legion Post 63, Adjutant | 6/7/23

Add mint to your landscape and life

As you may know, mint is an inexpensive addition to your landscaping, easy to grow and even easier to tend. Mint is a hardy plant that flourishes even with minimal care. Whether you are growing … more

By Merissa Alink | 6/7/23