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It’s that time of year, so let the back-to-school preparations begin! A good backpack can make or break the new semester, so it’s important to pick one that will meet all the needs of the modern student. It has to look good and also have enough space for pens, pencils, textbooks and Trapper Keepers. Wait, you’re telling me it’s 2022 and no one uses Trapper Keepers anymore? Oh, alright. In that case, keep reading for some of the best backpacks for the 2022 back-to-school season!

Encouraging kids and students to learn about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) has a ton of benefits: creativity, ingenuity, problem-solving skills, and more! In addition to these great benefits, a lot of STEM kits and toys are, simply put, a whole lot of fun. Since many of these kits may require adult supervision, they are great activities for the whole family. Whether you’re shopping for a kid or someone who is a kid at heart, here are some of the most exciting STEM kits that are sure to incite delight and wonder!

If you've got money burning a hole in your pocket, there's a whole world of weird stuff you can spend it on. Why not start here with this list of exorbitantly priced oddities?

Although some people may feel a bit strange about keeping a supply of certain items in the house “just in case”, it’s always better to be over-prepared than under and, believe me, you do not want to find out for yourself the hard way. In the event of a blackout, you need a reliable supply kit to get you by without power, and included below are just a few essentials to start with.

As someone who lives in a state that never gets a lot of snow, I'm always woefully unprepared for snow or temperatures dropping into the teens and 20s. Not this year though! I'm prepared and I've selected a few great options for making sure you stay cozy when you go out into the cold this season.

With COVID-19 in the state of South Dakota, some restaurants have either temporarily closed or are now offering curbside pick up or delivery. Here are some of our local restaurants that have adapted to meet the recommendations by Mayor Paul TenHaken and the CDC.