Report shows 1 in 3 South Dakota children has untreated tooth decay
Local dentist encourages proper oral hygiene to prevent dental problems
According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control, 1 in 3 South Dakota third graders have untreated tooth decay. The National Oral Health Surveillance System ranks South Dakota as the eighth highest in the nation for children with untreated de Full Story

Playoff Packages Available for Rush Hockey Fans
Rapid City hotel offers discount rates for fan accommodations
As the Rapid City Rush prepare to head into the 2010 playoffs, fans across the Midwest are looking to get in on the action. Full Story

Cremation Memorials
Cherishing loved ones with personalized cremation keepsakes
Memorial keepsakes are small urns made into jewelry, creating simple reminders of a loved one that you can take with you throughout your days Full Story

Kent P. Connaughton

Forest Service and the Recovery Act
A Year of Putting Americans to Work to Improve our National Forest
During the Great Depression, President Roosevelt called on the Forest Service for help. Full Story

Scholarship for South Dakota Students
First Interstate Bank and the South Dakota Banker's Association will be awarding seven $1,000.00 college scholarships to local South Dakota High School seniors. Full Story

A 15 Year or 30 Year Fixed Mortgage?
Which do you choose?
Each monthly payment is comprised of interest and principal with early year payments being primarily interest and payments toward the end of the mortgage being mostly principal. Full Story

Local State Farm agent offers advice for building toward future financial goals
Rapid City financial planning
Most South Dakotans understand the importance of insurance to protect their basic necessities, including property, liability and life insurance. But once those immediate risks are addressed, consider developing a plan to meet future financial goals. Full Story

Pioneer Credit Counseling
Financial Counseling and How to Find the Right Company
For many Americans, unexpected events like job loss or medical expenses can lead to unmanageable debt. However, most debt problems, particularly credit card debt, arise from a lack of understanding of personal finance. When debt gets out of control, Full Story

Novak Sanitary Service
New Novak Website Launches a Convenient Community Resource
Novak Sanitary Service, a leading Sioux Falls garbage and recycling company, recently launched a new website to provide the city’s community with convenient trash and recycling information. Full Story

New Year’s resolutions: A new career
Owner of South Dakota beauty schools highlights cosmetology careers
As we come into a new year, many people are considering ways to improve the life they live. One path of betterment is continuing education and exploring new career opportunities. A career in cosmetology, though not always the first to mind... Full Story

Golf Course Living
Black Hills golf community builds a quality of life
Many courses are nestled in picturesque landscape with wild life, mature trees, rolling hills and (in the case of a developing Black Hills master-planned golf community) elegant custom homes. Full Story

South Dakota Young Driver Cell Phone Ban
A young driver cell phone ban has been introduced in the South Dakota Legislature. There are plenty of arguments for and against the bill, but one fact, above all others, sticks out in my mind; this ban can and will save lives if it’s passed. Full Story

Chase Winter Blues Away With A Family Vacation
Water park hotels provide hours of fun to local and out-of-state families
With cabin fever on the rise as the winter months drag on, many people are in need of a break from the daily grind. Family vacations are a popular cure during the long days and cold winter nights. Full Story