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High speed? Not necessarilyFriday, May 2, 2008 6:06 AM CDTPIERRE — In 2000, a Bridgestone Firestone tire recall widely publicized the issue of sport utility vehicle rollovers. More of this story |
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Web site shows ratings of patients’ visits to hospitals
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PIERRE — A recently introduced addition to a Web site from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services provides ratings on hospitals. But the ratings aren’t done by any health care associations or physicians — they’re completed by patients.
More of this storyClinton has plan to combat high oil costs
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PIERRE — South Dakotans struggling to afford record high fuel prices have attracted the attention of at least one presidential contender — Hillary Clinton.
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PIERRE — As the population ages, the health care sector soon won’t only feel the strain of an influx of baby boomer seniors, it will also suffer from staffing shortages.
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More of this storyPierre 5th-grader wins 1st place for essay about grandpa
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PIERRE — Sydney Palmer was awarded the AARP and National Retired Teacher’s Association award of excellence in the grandparent essay for South Dakota Thursday afternoon at the annual South Dakota Retired Teacher’s Association convention.
More of this storyTeen girls learn career choices
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PIERRE — Katie Joseph might only be in middle school, but she already has thought of several possible career choices.
More of this storyPIERRE — By the end of November 2007, more money was going away from U.S. mutual funds than going into them, according to Ned Davis Research.
More of this storyCan families afford the high price of education?
PIERRE — Jay Larsen, financial aid director at South Dakota State University, notices the trend.
More of this storyCity officials approve curb & gutter paybacks
PIERRE –— After members of the community voiced comments and directed questions to the city commission during a curb and gutter work hearing, the commission passed the resolution 4-to-1 Tuesday evening
More of this storyStanley County School Board intends to make quick decision on new superintendent
Innovation key factor in securing Medicare funding
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PIERRE — Willingness to explore innovative options to provide health care to those in under-served communities was what helped secure $7.6 million in federal grant funds from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services earlier this month for various projects throughout the state.
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PIERRE — The wheels on the current TRACE’s bus-eum did not come off, but its breakdown outside of Des Moines, Iowa last week has meant extra sacrifices for the executive director of TRACES Center for History and Culture.
More of this storyPIERRE — When she was only 14, Amy Hertel said she wasn’t ready to die because she hadn’t seen the pope.
More of this storyPost offices say, ‘so long,’ to stamp machines
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PIERRE — The U.S. Postal Service’s stamp vending machines that were located at several locations in the Pierre-Fort Pierre area are now a thing of the past.
More of this storyFundraiser draws crowd and donations
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BLUNT — Members from several area communities showed up to enjoy a chili lunch, basketball game and several raffles Saturday night at the Blunt gym in hope of raising funds to offset some of former Blunt resident Holly Harkless’ medical bills.
More of this storyAfter joining, district elects new board
HIGHMORE — The Highmore and Harrold school districts recently consolidated to become one district, and last week the voters throughout the new district chose the new school board.
More of this storyHARROLD — More than 200 students participated in Harrold’s annual math and spelling contests Thursday afternoon at the Harrold School. Students from Harrold, Highmore, Blunt and Onida schools took part. And according to Marlene Marso, Harrold school business manager, the competition was tough.
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More of this storyGilliland makes plea agreement
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FORT PIERRE — A Fort Pierre man accused of sexually abusing two girls will serve at least 10 years in the state penitentiary due to a plea agreement he made with the Stanley County State’s Attorney’s Office.
More of this storyVan Houten makes art out of life
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PIERRE — An interest in drawing that began at age five for Brian Van Houten continues to spur new creations, including images on cloth, skin and book covers.
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PIERRE — There’s nothing that says summer better than cruising down the street, wind in the hair. Bicycling isn’t just for children and Tour de France participants anymore — its health benefits and recreational opportunities make it a popular activity for people of all ages. And the financial pinch at the pump also makes cycling a welcome low-cost transportation alternative for many motorists.
More of this storyLuxuries for athletes becoming a reality
PIERRE — After the Pierre school board finalized a sports marketing agreement with Daktronics last fall, the board said the goal of the move was to raise revenue to provide luxury items for district athletics.
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More of this storyFinancial troubles interrupting wedded bliss
PIERRE — A slowed economy and market troubles haven’t affected only businesses, they’re also starting to cause problems in one of the nation’s oldest institutions — marriage.
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PIERRE — A recent underage drinking citation reminded Larry Weiss, Pierre City Commissioner and head of the local Parents Matter task force, of the need to be vigilant.
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PIERRE — With this year’s Arbor Day come and gone and the possibility of 258 bur oaks donated by the Izaak Walton League adding diversity to many yards in the community, a 40-year-old redbud tree at 631 N. Poplar Ave still grows and gets ready to add color to the area.
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