Christmas is a traditional holiday that contains more traditions than raisins in a fruitcake. One of these traditions involves sending holiday greeting cards. Nobody knows exactly when this custom began, but it’s entirely possible that its origins can be traced all the way back to caveman ...

Two situations from the past year stand out in my mind as far as how much computers and mobile devices have changed our lives. The first occurred when I went to one of my favorite takeout places. I wasn’t sure what I wanted, so I asked about a special. I was told that their specials are ...

As we approach the winter break, I am delighted to share some remarkable updates and achievements from our vibrant school district. It has been a busy month filled with events that showcase the talent, dedication, and community spirit of our students and staff. 1. School dismissal and winter ...

The winter holidays are generally perceived as “the most wonderful time of the year.” But for those who are facing grief after the death of a loved one, the holidays may instead be a time filled with pain and sadness. Even those for whom grief is not as fresh, the holidays may serve as an ...

The lightning bolt that shot from the sky more than four decades ago was a signal that everything was about to change. I was a young dairyman, struggling to scratch out a living on the rundown farm I had leased a few miles south of Brookings. I was doing chores with my Farmall “M” one ...

Recently, I wrote about numbers. There is an allure to big, round numbers. Witness the fuss we made about the 100th anniversary of Babe Ruth’s visit to Sleepy Eye. Three hundred qualifies as a big number. You are looking at “Weeds300.” That is displayed on my computer screen in the Word ...