Opinion

Thankful for the Assembly

Published by admin on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 9:38am

“I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD.” (Psalm 122:1)
Recently, I read an article that a Pastor from a different church had written, and I would like to share it. If you are a Christian, you should be an active member of a local church. If you are already a member of a local Bible believing, preaching church, please read the following article and examine your heart and mind.

Housing problems keep piling up

Published by admin on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 9:37am

An already-scarce housing situation just got more scarce, as recently the Creekside Apartments were sold to an out-of town-investor, who from the sounds of things plans to turn the apartments into more vacation rentals. Making matters worse is that the apartments aren’t empty. No, five tenants—including a single mother and an elderly couple—were given all of 30 days to get out and find a new place to live. Happy holidays.

Let’s take a deep breath following election

Published by admin on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 9:35am

“The long run is a misleading guide to current affairs. In the long run we are all dead.”
—John Maynard Keynes in his 1923 work, ‘A Tract on
Monetary Reform’

A cup of Hill City with a teaspoon of Keystone

Published by admin on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 9:10am

Taking stock of the election results

Published by admin on Wed, 11/13/2024 - 2:48pm

It’s all over.
Well, there are still some states counting their ballots (at the time this was written), but for all intents and purposes, the election is over, both nationally and on the state level. We have our winners, we have our losers. We have those who are happy. We have those who are sad. Such is the case after every election. That’s the way it always has been, and the way it always will be. Some just handle it better than others.

Looking for the bright side

Published by admin on Wed, 11/13/2024 - 12:48pm

Over the weekend, I made the trek up to Black Elk Peak. It’s a trail I usually avoid in the summer months because of how  busy it is, but now that we’re in the cooler, lonelier months I get to take my time, really activate my senses and enjoy the views—or at least try to.

Time to de-stress

Published by admin on Wed, 11/13/2024 - 8:57am
How are your stress levels? 
Growing up, my parents were actively involved in politics and campaigning for candidates in Minnesota. Naturally, I helped my parents where I could by walking in parades, handing out stickers, going to events, delivering pamphlets and putting up signs. My parents taught us kids about the significance of getting to vote, and we stayed up late every election night watching the results come in live. 
However, in all my years of watching elections, I’ve never seen one cause this much anxiety. 

Media must regain public’s trust

Published by admin on Wed, 11/06/2024 - 11:54am

A large swath of the American people no longer trust the media. It’s a sad reality for people in our industry, but it’s reality nevertheless. It’s something the media has brought upon itself, with its 24-hour news cycles that are less journalism and more opinion with two (or more) people screaming and each other, you, or both, giving you a narrative that fits that channel’s political agenda.

Shepherd’s lantern

Published by admin on Wed, 11/06/2024 - 11:50am

It is hard to do justice to the bond between a rancher and his cow dog. Until you’ve worked livestock with one, until you’ve seen the ease with which a 30- or 50-pound dog commands the respect of an ornery cow, until you’ve seen their agility traversing a slope that would be dicey on a horse and impossible on a four-wheeler, until you’ve witnessed how much they accomplish, pound-for-pound, it is hard to grasp their importance. Although there are some people who have a close bond with the horses they ride, for many ranchers horses are a valued tool, but fall short of partnership.

We need your attention now please

Published by admin on Wed, 11/06/2024 - 9:05am
Sandwiched in between election season, which has thankfully ended and Christmas season, which is about to begin, is what I am referring to this year as “needs your attention” season. 
Because if Pennington County residents don’t focus a bit of their attention locally they may not be able to afford to have any relaxing seasons again.
The Black Hills National Forest (BHNF) is trying to institute  fees year-round in areas that are currently free. And time is running out for you to comment. Want to launch at Pactola in the spring? It will cost you.