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or 15 years, Stephanie Foy has been the owner/operator of The Dance Line, a dance/gymnastics apparel store in Sioux Falls. Her impetus for getting into the business was two-fold: 1) she and her daughters have a passion for dance 2) the previous store owner was looking to retire and close the doors. Without another store like it in town, Foy dreaded the thought of hours-long drives to Minneapolis or Omaha to get the apparel and detailed fittings dance shoes require. “I thought to myself, I can’t be the only one thinking this. This might be something good to get into.” The years passed, and Foy built her business. There were ups and downs, the internet brought both blessings and curses, but through it all she made it work and constructed her version of the American dream. But this spring, with the onset of the Covid-19 crisis, the challenge of running a small business took an unprecedented turn for her and many other local entrepreneurs. “In April, our business was down about 90% from a normal month,” said Foy. “You worry about everyone’s health and safety, but you can’t help also worrying about your business.”

Foy’s situation is not unique, according to a recent survey done by Main Street America, a national small business advocacy group, more than half of small businesses in the United States have seen a revenue drop of more than 75% since the onset of the crisis in March. Measures taken to combat the virus’s spread, such as sheltering at home, and social isolation have been effective in flattening the curve of medical impact but have created a challenging environment for small businesses.

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THE DANCE LINE For many merchants, the worst part about the crisis is that there was no way to foresee it or prepare for its impact.

“Everything happened so quickly and there really is no precedent for how to deal with it,” said Dave McElroy, owner of Rainbow Cards and Collectibles. “It’s been tough, and we’ve had to make a lot of on-the-fly changes to how we do things, but we’ve been able to keep our doors open and our employees busy. This obviously impacts everybody, but it hits harder for small businesses, because we aren’t big national corporations that can absorb an extended hit.”

Safety has been the primary focus during this crisis. Local business owners have worked with local government health agencies to implement exhaustive measures to provide safe environments for both customers and employees. Each type of business has its own requirements, but in general businesses have adopted the following measures: • Extensive cleaning and sanitation practices performed at regular intervals during the day.

• Wholesale rearrangements of inventories and floor plans to maximize social distancing.

• Enforcement of patron limit guidelines • The addition of easily accessible hand sanitizer and hand washing stations for both customers and employees alike.

• Many businesses also conduct regular temperature checks of employees to closely monitor any changes in health.

“First and foremost, we want to do everything we can to keep everyone safe and healthy, meaning our customers, our employees, and ourselves,” noted McElroy.

“We actually have a couple employees who are at risk, so instead of having them work

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in the store, we put them in a warehouse we have that’s full of old inventory and had them go through it. It’s a task we’ve had on our to-do list for a while, but never got around to it. But since they started, we’ve discovered some older items we’d forgotten about that gained value over time. We were able to turn some things we had on a shelf into sales.”

Along with the safety measures, McElroy’s story also illustrates how local merchants have engaged their entrepreneurial spirit to create new ways to generate business while still presenting a safe and welcoming shopping environment. Tami, who is the owner of the Stride Rite children’s shoe store in Sioux Falls, is among many merchants who have refocused efforts to engage their customers through their websites, Facebook pages, and other social media avenues. “A big part of our identity is that our store is so appealing for kids and also our dedication to proper fit and customer service,” explained Tami, “We have generational customers and over the years, I’ve become known as ‘the shoe lady’ to many kids. It’s very gratifying for our team to be able to provide that personaltouch type of service. We will always be committed to that, but now we have to be flexible and use our imagination to meet that standard in different ways.”

Tami says Stride Rite is offering outdoor curbside pickups and fittings and is willing to listen to any accommodation ideas customers might have. “We will explore any suggestion and encourage people to contact us directly with any ideas or request they may have. This is an anxious time for everyone, but we’re all in this together. Local businesses support the communities they are in, and

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STRIDE RITE in return. Communities support their local businesses. We rise. We heal. We overcome together.”

Small businesses are indeed part of the life blood of a thriving community.

According to the 2018 Small Business Economic Impact Study commissioned

by American Express, 67-cents of every dollar spent with small business stays in the community. That support takes form in many ways, but looking only at the bottom line, small businesses create jobs, contribute to a healthy local tax base, and are the dependable entities who sponsor countless activities and events in their cities. There is an adage among small business groups that goes, “As great as companies like Amazon and Walmart are, they won’t be there to sponsor your kid’s youth soccer team.” And the same could be said regarding donating items to church raffles, sponsoring fundraisers for local charities, or any number of other acts of community involvement supported by small businesses.

On the aesthetic side, small businesses help shape and define the identity of a community. A drive through any town reveals the colorful palette of unique shops, stores, and restaurants that help form its DNA. “Every city of any size has a lot of the same larger businesses and restaurants, and that’s great, but the character and charm of a community comes from those businesses that you can only find there,” said Nicki Ellerbroek, general manager/owner of McNally’s Irish Pub. “We offer a unique experience, but we all have to understand that the Covid-19 situation has changed everything, so it’s important for us to be flexible, and we hope our customers will be flexible too.”

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6 Things You Can Do to Support Small Businesses 1. Shop Local Online – Many local shops will have at least some of their inventory listed on their websites, where it can be purchased online, and arrangements can be made for curbside pickup, or even direct shipping.

2. Get Delivery – Many local restaurants and stores offer free or lowcost delivery options. One helpful tip for restaurants is to check first whether they offer their own delivery service. Outside services such as Grubhub or DoorDash are convenient, but take a percentage of the sale, which cuts deeper into already-thin profit margins.

3. Buy Gift Cards/Give Gift Cards – If you love a local store or restaurant but aren’t going as often as you did in the past, buying a gift card is a great way to continue your support. Giving gift cards to friends and family is also a great way introduce or encourage them to return to your favorite stores.

4. Schedule a Service for Later – While it may be necessary to cancel some services at this time, do make the effort to reschedule the appointment for later. For many salons, stores, trades, and contractors knowing that work is coming eventually can help reduce worry and provide some peace of mind.

5. Be a Brand Amplifier – There is no better time to get online and provide rave reviews for your favorite local businesses. Small businesses count on word-of-mouth and online buzz to attract and keep customers. Platforms such as Yelp, Facebook, Google, and so on are the perfect places to broadcast the good word about your favorite places.

6. Tip Generously – Let’s face it, it’s not an easy time to be a server, delivery driver, or barista. Many have experienced cuts in hours (restaurants and coffee shops), and others, like pizza delivery drivers, are experiencing incredibly long days as demand has skyrocketed. Tipping generously is a direct way to show appreciation to the everyday heroes whose work makes our lives a little easier.

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“My thought process through all this has been ‘survive, revive, and thrive’.”

Ellerbroek initially utilized a two-week shut-down to pro-actively assess and adapt her business model to meet the unprecedented challenges. “It gave us time to press pause and address some immediate issues and then start working on our go-forward plan.” Limitations on the number of dine-in patrons required a move to a condensed menu which would work for both dine-in and curbside pickup. McNally’s has also introduced the sale of take-and-bake meal kits. While the new changes have been helpful, the severe drop in beer/wine/liquor sales has been difficult to overcome. “Drink sales are where bars and restaurants make their money,” explained Ellerbroek, “We are trying some new things to increase sales and are hoping to introduce a few more ideas soon. My thought process through all this has been ‘survive, revive, and thrive’. We all are working hard to keep afloat. We know everyone has their own concerns, but we hope our community will support us going forward.”

No one knows how long the Covid-19 virus will continue to impact our day-today lives. While we all pray for a return to “normal” soon, it is likely over the near term, an adjustment to a new normal will be required. As the weeks lead to months, our local small businesses struggle mightily to provide the goods and services that contribute so much to our quality of life. “When tough times happen, our natural human instinct is to pull together and fight it,” observed Foy. “This virus is doubly bad because it keeps us apart. In small business, our customers are like our extended family; we are there for them and we hope they will be there for us. Our challenge now is to make it as safe and easy as possible for them to do so.”

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Summer Porch Series at Strawbale Winery Thursday, June 18 • 5-8pm 47215 257th St. Renner Summer Porch is a fun filled evening of live music, art, food, wine and fun. We have live music, local artists selling their wares, and food vendors from around the area. Enjoy fine South Dakota wines and relaxing music complemented with specially prepared food, just for you. $5.00 per person, $10.00 a car load, or FREE to Wines Frequently Members.

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Yoga in the Knot Garden Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum Saturday, June 20 • 10:30 11:30 am in the Knot Garden 1900 S. Perry Pl., Sioux Falls Meditate and exercise in the peace and quiet at the Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum with expert Yoga Instructor Jill Fries. Cost is $5.00. INFO (605) 367-4414.

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Falls of the Big Sioux River from the archives of the Library of Congress.

Fort Sod The Story Behind the Marker MARKER AUTHOR: WAYNE FANEBUST

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n mid-summer of 1858, a small but determined group of pioneers — 36 in all, including one woman — were fearfully cloistered in a small, crudely and hastilyconstructed fort of sod, which they called, appropriately: “Fort Sod.” It was located near the bank of the Big Sioux River, near present-day 9th Street in Sioux Falls.

The Fort Sod incident has been mentioned in just about every book written about the early days of Minnehaha

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County history, and as such, many history buffs and historians are familiar with it.

It has been ranked as one of the unique stories about the dangerous Dakota frontier. The people who occupied this simple, but important, historical edifice had been warned about a possible attack

by Native Americans who were angry and upset over the increasing presence of white people along the Big Sioux River.

Only two years before the building of Fort

Sod, the first town site speculators came to the Falls of the Big Sioux river. They were from the Western Town Company created in October of 1856, in Dubuque, Iowa. They came in the fall of the year and claimed 320 acres of land, including Falls, under a federal town site law passed by Congress in 1844. They called their town site “Sioux Falls.”

By the summer of 1857, the Dubuque speculators had company. The Dakota

Part of a map of Dakota and Minnesota showing Sioux Falls City on the Big Sioux River.

Land Company had been created by the Minnesota territorial legislature for the purpose of founding a town site at the Falls. This group also claimed 320 acres adjacent the claim of the Western Town Company, after learning that the coveted Falls of the Big Sioux River was taken. The St. Paul men were no doubt disappointed, but undaunted, and they called their town site “Sioux Falls City.� The Dakota Land Company had town sites at Medary,

Flandreau and Eminija along with other sites in southwest Minnesota.

When the two town sites were founded, the area was a part of Minnesota Territory.

In May of 1858, Minnesota was admitted to the Union within its present boundaries, leaving the Dakota portion without organization. This is precisely what the speculators expected and it fit their plans rather nicely. They could now work to convince Congress to create a new territory,

called Dakota, that would embrace their town sites and put them in a position to gather unto themselves the political offices of the new territory. They looked at the great expanse of raw, wild land, and saw a financial and political bonanza. Because they got there first, it was theirs to control and exploit. With this in mind, members of the rival companies resolved to work together to build a city at the Falls.

But they had to get through a crisis.

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Wilmot W. Brookings came to the Falls in 1857 with the Western Town Company.

A rider came to the town site with news that Indians had driven the settlers out of Medary, well north of Sioux Falls in what became Brookings County, and destroyed the town site. The disaster was discussed by the settlers and it was decided that they would stay, rather than give up their valuable claims. They went to work.

Fort Sod was built around the Dakota House, a small stone structure on the

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claim of the St. Paul men. They decided to use the Dakota House as their central defense because it was on level ground, and less vulnerable to an attack. The walls were 7 to 8 feet high with portholes for shooting through, should an attack actually come. There was a spring inside for water, a ditch was dug around the fort, and a fence built around 3 acres of land outside the fort for livestock The enclosure was

small, about 100 feet square and a small cabin was built into the fort.

The occupants of Fort Sod included Rebecca Goodwin, the only woman in the group, who came to the area with her husband and a hired man. She made a flag out of shirts and skirts that was flown from the crude battlements. James M. Allen, from Ohio, wrote a letter to his father from the fort that spoke of their determination

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to resist and fight, if necessary. Other members of the gallant 36 were probably Dr. Josiah L. Phillips, John McClellan, Alpheus G. Fuller and W. W. Brookings.

All of these men were destined to stay in Dakota and contribute to the building of the towns of Sioux Falls and Yankton.

Although there was no doubt apprehension, due to the fear of Indians, there was not much for the people to do. It is

unlikely that they stayed within the confines of the fort. There simply wasn’t much room.

Yet despite the cramped quarters, those that ventured outside probably stayed close to the safe zone at all times. There may have been some anxious moments and maybe some false alarms, but the record doesn’t provide any specifics. Most likely the people were bored and looked for something to relieve the monotony.

The siege ended when two men arrived with a wagon load of supplies. The Fort Sod folks were overjoyed to see them.

The rag-tag bunch marched out of the fort in high spirits to resume their normal lives, farming, hunting and building.

They had stood their ground and without having to fire a shot, they came through unscathed, feeling very optimistic about the future.

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man in the kitchen 40 The Quarantine Kitchen

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hen it comes to summer in South Dakota, one of the most common answers you hear to the question, “What are you doing this weekend?” is “Going to the lake.”

Fortunately for Brian Kringen, being at the lake is just part of everyday life. After a year-long remodeling project, he moved into his year-round home at Lake Madison in 2018.

Originally built in the late 1970s, the cabin had good structure, and it had been updated here and there over the years.

Kringen bought the place from a friend, and from the first time he saw it, he had a vision of what he wanted it to become.

Since there was no rush to move in, he took his time working with Thunder Creek Custom Homes and had a hand in picking all of the colors and finishes for his remodeling project, which included a 36’x26’ addition toward the lake.

The exterior says “Welcome!” with its stacked stone columns on the porch and charming gables covered in rich merlotcolored shakes.

When you hear “lake cabin,” you might picture something on the rustic side, perhaps even a place where you are “roughing it” a little. Perhaps that was how this place used to be, but Kringen’s updates brought in all the comforts – and design elements – of a contemporary home. The décor balances indoors and

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outdoors, light and dark, rustic and contemporary.

Numerous windows on all sides of the cabin bring in the sunshine, along with views of surrounding trees, and of course, the sparkling lake. The home has a warm, earthy feel with its light-

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home created by Kringen’s twin brother Brad. This piece was a collaboration between his brother and artist Jane Lauren, but many of Brad’s individual abstracts hang throughout the house.

A spacious entertaining area is part kitchen and part bar, with parallel islands.

On the kitchen side, the brown, swirled granite island has stools that slide underneath and red pendant lights hanging from the ceiling. The “bar island” has recessed lighting and a glassware rack

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built into the wood box that complements the wood of the island.

A set of tall, white leather chairs provides a spot for guests to sit and chat – perhaps marveling at the stunning blue artwork on the wall or enjoying the flames of the inset gas fireplace below it.

Kringen maximized space in the kitchen with flat-front, nohardware cabinets, a double oven built into the wall and a cooktop set into the long counter. The design is a brilliant mixture of textures from the marbling in the island to the dark wood grain of

the cabinets and the varied patterns of the backsplash tiles. While some expressed concern about whether he had too much going on with the variety of materials, Kringen said he just looked for colors and materials he liked, and he knew it would work out.

“I’ve always been pretty good with colors,” he laughs. “Perhaps since my twin brother is an artist, I got a little of that ‘color gene’ as well.”

The bar area is more traditional with solid, dark cabinetry and

another flat screen TV with glass-front cabinets for glassware and two small beverage refrigerators below.

The space Kringen added on provided a spectacular master suite. The master bedroom décor is contemporary, yet outdoorsy with animal-skin rugs and the enviable view of the lake, with sliding doors that open to a deck. In the center of the room is a low-profile platform bed, a sculpture in one corner that matches the pair in the living room, a small white birch tree in the other

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“I’ve always been pretty good with colors,” he laughs.

“Perhaps since my twin brother is an artist, I got a little of that ‘color gene’ as well.”

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Like many other homeowners, Kringen has had to deal with the effects of excess water, which means another remodeling effort is underway in the lower level. But overall, he couldn’t be happier with the transformation of lake cabin to a three-bedroom, three bath home that he can enjoy throughout all of South Dakota’s seasons.

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We’ve seen Sioux Falls survive.

And we will get through this together.

S

o much has changed since the beginning of March 2020.

In fact, it’s hard to think of anything that hasn’t changed.

We work differently, we play differently, and we certainly eat differently. As I write this in early May, some restaurants in Sioux Falls are reopening, but with restrictions in place. They must keep customers six feet apart; no more than fifty percent capacity. When I think about restrictions like that, I can’t imagine how some of my favorite restaurants will be able to survive. Keep customers six feet apart in Mama’s Phried & Phillys and you’ll only have three people in there at a time. The cozy Carpenter Bar will be nearly vacant once you spread people out. And while that scenario might work for larger restaurants, the business model may not work for some smaller places. Many restaurants are still

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reduced to take-out only or shuttered completely. I’m fearful that many smaller places won’t survive.

I really miss Saturday morning breakfasts at M.B. Haskett’s, teaming with regulars, sitting at the counter chatting with Mike and his crew. That experience was different that last time I was there in mid March just before he shut his doors. The place was at about half its normal capacity; Mike thanked the few of us there for coming out even as fear of the pandemic spread. The normal bustling vibe was gone. It felt as if we all knew something was coming, but we couldn’t predict the tremendous impact it would have on our lives.

Then everything changed.

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As things get back to normal (whatever that may look like), I hope we’ll hang on to some of the things we’ve discovered during the crisis.

Silver Linings While most of the news since mid March has been pretty gloomy, I have seen a few trends and new developments I really appreciate and hope will stick around even after this pandemic over. For example, I really like the 20-Minute parking spaces for carry-out orders in front of Downtown eateries. This is a great idea that is long overdue; let’s hope the city leaves them in place permanently.

We’ve also seen businesses that have pivoted to help others during the crisis; like when yeast became hard to find at grocery stores, Queen City Bakery divided up their supply to sell small bags to home bakers. And Oh My Cupcakes! realized they had access to groceries and could offer them for sale to their customers. Now, beyond their normal sweet treats, the Cupcake Ninjas are selling boxes of fruit, veggies, milk, and eggs.

When Morrie’s Steakhouse opened a couple years back, they quickly built a reputation as THE place in Sioux Falls for a fine dining experience and world-class steaks. When they were forced to shut their doors for in-restaurant dining, they retooled and started selling steaks from Morrie’s Butcher Shop. In addition to a fair price for great quality meats, they include Morrie’s special seasoning and a tub of clarified butter to baste your steak at home.

Count me as a fan. They pulled back on the Butcher Shop when the restaurant reopened, but hope to offer the service again soon.

And Morrie’s (along with sister restaurants Minerva’s, Grille 26, and Turks & Caicos Cabana Grill) started offering family-style meals to-go. Morrie’s 50-Layer Lasagna is amazing, and what could be more comforting than Tater-Tot Hotdish from Turks?

While I’m anxious for the chance to dine in again, I hope they keep some of these take-out options available even when their business is back to normal.

Overall, we’ve had some wonderful experiences with take-out from establishments not normally geared for that experience.

K Restaurant served us great meals, delivered right to our car.

Pair that with a quick stop at CH Patisserie on the way home for dessert, we had a fantastic Friday night meal cooked by extremely talents chefs, but served at home. It made for a very pleasant night in.

Many restaurants started selling their stock of wines at discount prices as well. We’ve found several nice bottles at reasonable prices

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These acts of kindness that have come to the forefront emphasize the best in us, they show that even when we’re down, we keep trying to figure out how we can help each other. while waiting for our to-go orders. Nice to see the variety and pick up some wine without an extra stop. Speaking of wine and liquor, at least two great locally-owned liquor stores (JJ’s and Good Spirits) are now letting you order your wine and liquor over the phone, and they deliver it right to your car in the parking lot. I think this is indicative of how many local shops have responded by turning up the customer service to levels we never expected before.

We’ve also seen the Falls Park Farmers Market move to online ordering with drive-thru pickup on Saturday mornings. It’s proven to be a great way for people to get their produce directly from the growers, while staying safe and socially distanced. Now the regular market is open and spread out for social distancing and safety, but the online ordering continues. Again, I think it is a great idea born out of necessity, but one that should live on in the future.

I’ve begun to adapt to online grocery shopping from the megamart, but it’s not without its drawbacks. I often don’t get exactly what I want and on more than one occasion, I’ve gotten items I didn’t ask for. I love the process at the hardware store, but I’m not one hundred percent sold on the concept for groceries. I’ll keep trying, it could be I’m a little too picky for their process!

Even as places begin to reopen with restrictions, many people I talk to are still reluctant to go out. At least as I write this, my beloved and I are not ready to throw caution to the wind. Too much is still unknown, too many new cases every day and too many new hot spots are being announced. The city is still on edge, and a vote from the city council can’t ease those fears.

As things get back to normal (whatever that may look like), I hope we’ll hang on to some of the things we’ve discovered during the crisis. These acts of kindness that have come to the forefront emphasize the best in us, they show that even when we’re down, we keep trying to figure out how we can help each other. We’ve seen businesses struggle to stay afloat, even while they’re giving back. We’ve seen people giving when they have little to give. We’ve seen innovation when weaker might give up. We’ve seen Sioux Falls survive. And we will get through this together.

Do yourself a favor, eat something good today.

When he’s not exploring the Sioux Falls food scene, Jim runs ADwërks; an advertising and marketing communications agency in downtown Sioux Falls.

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Hot Dogs, Bratwurst, and Wine,

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BY RICCARDO TARABELSI

W

e all learned this a long time ago: Red wine with red meat, white wine with white meat and seafood. While this axiom has withstood the test of time, there are so many different ways to prepare foods (refer to Jim Mathis’ articles) that this old rule of food and wine pairing is not as cut and dry as it used to be. I was posed an interesting question the other day that made me revisit pairings in an unusual way, “What wine would you drink with a hot dog?” My second answer is found below. My first answer was, “A Farmhouse Ale.” So what wine do you pair with a hot dog or a brat? Although hot dogs and brats come in many varieties, one thing they all have in common is that they are salty and hearty. What’s needed?

A wine with high acidity. Many wines will work, but it’s best to avoid a big wine with lots of tannins like Cabernet Sauvignon.

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Stick to wines with acidity and a touch of sweetness. Wines such as Rosé, Pinot Gris, or Sangiovese are great choices.

Pair a brat with a Chianti Classico, made of 75% - 100% Sangiovese grapes, which offers aromas of black cherry and black plum. The fruit flavors in the nose come through on the palate along with rosemary, dried mushrooms, and tobacco leaf.

Italian sausage tends to have more herbs and spices than other types of sausage, so you need a wine that’s a bit more savory. As odd as it may sound, a Brunello di Montalcino is a perfect choice due to its dried herb and earthy characteristics, yet it still has the acid you need to cut through the fat. It’s also a medium-bodied red wine with lots of fruit-forward characteristics, so it won’t overpower the flavor or texture of the meat.

As for the hot dog inquiry, Rosé is the way to go. I’ve had so

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many nice Rosés lately that it’s hard to choose one that stands out. Definitely stick to one made from Grenache, Syrah, or Pinot Noir. Rosé is an elegant wine which is made by extracting the color from the grape skins during fermentation. Many Rosé wines are made using a method known as saingée (sen-yay), a French word meaning “to bleed”. Once the grape skins separate from the juice, they rise to the top of the tank to form a “cap” and must be “punched down” to mix with the juice so the red color can be extracted.

At this stage, most Rosé producers open a valve at the bottom of the tank and “bleed” off some of the juice to complete fermentation in another tank, without the skins. This saignée method of Rosé production is often a by-product of increasing color intensity in red wines by fermenting less juice with more

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skin contact. There are wineries out there that prefer to wholecluster press grapes directly into a fermenter, avoiding skin maceration and produce a delicate pink wine.

Next time you’ve got hot dogs or brats on the grill, don’t be afraid to be the black sheep and whip out a crisp bottle of Rosé from Oregon or a nice Sangiovese from Italy. Remember, don’t be a wine snob; be a wine elitist. Educate people because you want to share your passion, not because you want to prove how much you know. Carpe Vino!

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A Puppy is the Answer

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y husband Shon is not a morning person. In his perfect world, he would sleep till 10 and work until midnight. Yet he gets up at 3 a.m. and again at 4 and sometimes even at 5 to let Tulip, our 3-month-old Golden Retriever out to go potty.

Then, around 7 a.m. he takes her out to play. All because of his

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love for our 9-year-old daughter, Parker. Because what do parents do when a virus turns their only childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world on end? Get a puppy, of course.

Parker has wanted a puppy since Abby, our sweet cocker spaniel passed away more than a year ago. Our plan was to get a puppy when

she was 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an age we deemed old enough to help with training.

But like so many other aspects of our life, COVID-19 changed our plans. Without daily interaction with her friends, and both parents working fulltime from home, Parker became lonely, and a bit blue.

Although puppies are a lot of work, we knew a puppy would be the perfect companion and bring joy in the midst of a scary situation. Now, I know rushing the purchase of a pet is not a good idea. A pet is a lifetime commitment. So, the right fit is important.

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train, friendly and healthy. I would have preferred a medium to small breed. But after talking with a few breeders, my dad, who is a veterinarian and my younger brother, Wayne (who happens to be in his last year of vet school), it seems a Golden Retriever is the breed that fit the bill.

Speaking of bills…Golden Retrievers are also common enough to be relatively affordable. And because COVID dramatically cut demand for graphic design and promotional products, my husband’s small business, 9th Street Designs, was immediately and dramatically impacted.

This is where my dad stepped in to help. Understanding that we were down to nearly one income, Grandpa Frank paid for Tulip.

Pets, it seems, are the way my dad and I bond. Growing up, my four brothers and I always had an abundance of typical pets – cats, dogs, rabbits. And as the children of a rural veterinarian, we also had several unique pets. My brothers and I raised a baby raccoon, two de-scented baby skunks and my favorites, two possums, Priscilla and Stubs.

My dad and I found these two when I was 13. We were driving the old Ford pickup, when he hit the breaks. There, in the middle of the road lay a mother possum. Her babies were scattered. Two were still alive. Pricilla was unscathed. But Stubs had lost most of his tail and his foot was injured. My dad put ointment on both of his injuries and showed me how to care for them.

They were about the size of mice and were not ready for solid food. I bottle fed them. Because possums have such long, narrow

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mouths, it was a challenge. I would slowly drip the milk on the tip of their nose and they would lap it up. As I fed them, they would cling to my hand. When I was done, they would cling to my oversized T-shirt with their mouth and paws – just as though they were riding on their mother’s back.

In case you don’t know, possums are marsupials, mammals that carry their babies in pouches. Luckily, it was the 90s, so like every cool kid, I had a fanny pack. The went everywhere with me. They were my babies and grew into loving adults.

Caring for animals has always given me a lot of joy. It also taught me responsibility. Unlike cleaning your room or doing dishes, when the chore is taking care of a living, breathing being, that depends upon you, it is tough to ignore.

It’s our hope that Parker gains responsibility caring for Tulip.

Here again, Shon has taken the lead. He gently encourages her to respond to the puppy’s needs and pick up after her. It’s been a bumpy road and not always easy. But Shon remains patient.

Tulip isn’t the first parenting responsibility Shon has taken over because I am overwhelmed. For the last two years, he has taken Parker to her weekly ballet lessons so I could spend the time working on my Masters of Mass Communications degree.

And although he was in the minority, he and another “dance dad” made the best of the opportunity to grab a beer at the Book Co-op around the corner from Dance Gallery while they waited.

Thanks to all his support, I completed my masters and graduated from South Dakota State University May 9 via Zoom. Not the

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Top Tips for Better Gut Health

BY JARETT C. BIES, AVERA HEALTH

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ood health in our digestive system – the gut – goes well beyond tummy troubles.

Jessica Morrell, CNP, IFMCP, a women’s health nurse practitioner, and Annie Ailts, MS, RDN, LN, IFNCP, a registered dietitian of Avera Medical Group Functional Medicine offer these insights that can help you achieve better belly health.

Everything Counts “Whatever you eat or drink will either feed the good bacteria or the bad bacteria in your gut,” Ailts said. “The bad bacteria love sugar and processed foods so limit your intake of candy, sweets, sugar-sweetened beverages, sugary breakfast foods, chips and other unhealthy snack foods and fast food. Instead, focus on whole foods such as vegetables, fruit, meat, fish, eggs, nuts and seeds.

It’s also important to note that artificial sweeteners can disrupt the

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gut microbiome and cause an overabundance of harmful bacteria so avoid ‘diet’ and ‘sugar-free’ products, too.”

Fermented Foods and Fiber Good gut health gets help from fermented foods, such as yogurt and sauerkraut. High-fiber vegetables also aid the good bacteria and nullify the bad. “Yogurt is may be helpful for some people, but if it’s high in sugar, it is counterproductive,” said Morrell. “People who have an intolerance to dairy shouldn’t use yogurt to help with gut health. Some fermented foods don’t help every person – each digestive system is unique.”

Knowing the Signs You can tell if your gut microbiome is not doing well – you’ll feel bloated, have irregular bathroom habits, increased gas and plenty

The cleaner the diet, the better – but being human means realizing 100% clean diets will not happen.

of heartburn or acid reflux, too.

“Oftentimes our body is trying to communicate to us, but it can be easy to ignore it until things get really bad,” Ailts said. “Even though many people deal with gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, gas, bloating, constipation, and loose stools, it’s not something that you have to accept as ‘just life.’ These are signs that your gut microbiome is unbalanced, and making diet and ads | banners | billboards | books | brochures lifestyle changes can significantly improve the balance you need.” business cards | invitations | labels | letterheads | logos magazines | newsletters | postcards | posters | and more

Mindful Moderation Once you “flip the switch” and begin a better gut-focused diet, you’ll see improvement quickly, but it’s fragile. “When people return to bad habits, such as having sugary drinks, they will see the signs of poor gut health come back. That’s why steady change, using science-based approaches, is best,” Morrell said. “There’s never really an ‘overnight’ change. Remember, it likely took time for your microbiome and symptoms to become what they are, so it’ll take time for improvement.”

The cleaner the diet, the better – but being human means realizing 100% clean diets will not happen. “Don’t abandon it – stay mindful and work on it,” she said.

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Stress Stops Success Ailts said you can have the perfect diet, but if your stress levels are really high, they can disrupt everything.

“Unfortunately, stress affects our bodies in a number of ways, and it’s especially harmful for gut health. While we can’t eliminate all the stressors in our lives, we can learn to respond to them differently,” she said. “Consider deep breathing from your belly throughout the day, doing 10-minute meditation or mindfulness sessions, keeping a gratitude journal, practicing yoga, or going for a walk.”

Doing it Right Working with a professional can help, especially if you’re considering a probiotic supplement or if you’ve recently used antibiotics. Start with your primary care provider. “There are a lot of supplements and approaches like fermented foods that can backfire for some people,” Morrell said. “Having an evaluation with a health care or nutrition professional can help you avoid false starts on your journey to better gut health.”

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r e d e e F d r i B s Easy d i K r o f Crafts

BY JESS WEISCHEDEL

Orange Bowl Feeders Materials: 1 orange, 4 wooden sticks, knife, string or twine, and birdseed.

Cut the orange in half, then scoop out all of the orange pulp until there are two orange peels left in the shape of a bowl. Carefully use a knife to poke four evenly spaced holes along the sides of the orange peel. Push a wooden stick through two of the holes that line up, and do the same with the other wooden stick, forming an X shape. Do the same steps with the other orange peel bowl. Next, cut 8 pieces of string or twine about 12 inches long, depending on how high or low you would like the feeder to hang. Tie one piece of string or twine to each end of the wooden sticks. This will create a more balanced feeder once you hang it up. Now fill the orange peel with birdseed, and find a place to hang it up!

Cardboard Heart Feeder Materials: Cardboard, string, scissors, butter knife, hole punch, peanut butter, and birdseed.

Cut a heart shape from a piece of cardboard. You can cut out whatever shape you like the best. We used an empty cereal box for our cardboard material. Punch a hole in the middle of the heart. Using a butter knife, spread peanut butter on both sides of the heart, covering the entire shape. Next, cover the peanut butter with birdseed. Thread a string through the hole, then hang it up wherever the birds will find it!

Plastic Jug Feeder Materials: Empty and clean plastic jug with lid, birdseed, scissors, knife, sticks, twine, paint, and any other decorations you want to add.

Make sure your plastic jug is clean and dry. Next, carefully cut some windows out on the sides of the jug without the handle. Make sure not to cut too low, as you will want to fill the bottom with seed, as well as add some sticks for a perch.

Carefully poke some holes into the jug, below the windows. The holes should be big enough for the stick to poke through, creating a perch for the bird. This step isn’t necessary, but does add an easier way for the birds to access your food. Next, poke some holes into the top of the jug on either side of the lid. Thread some twine through these two holes, creating the hanger for the feeder. Next, decorate the jug to your heart’s content. Let any paint dry, fill the bottom with birdseed, then hang it up for the birds to enjoy.

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Punch a hole into the top of an empty paper roll, then do the same to the opposite side. Then using scissors, poke a slit into the bottom of the paper roll that will fit the popsicle stick and do the same to the opposite side. Spread peanut butter all over the paper roll until it is completely covered. Next, add birdseed on top of the peanut butter, covering it entirely.

Poke the popsicle stick through the bottom slits, letting each end poke out from the paper roll. This will be the bird’s perch. Thread two pipe cleaners with Cheerios, enough to fill the amount that will be exposed after the feeder is hung. Then pull each pipe cleaner through a hole on the top of the paper roll, twisting the ends above the hole so they stay in place. Find a spot to hang the feeder, then twist the pipe cleaners together to hold it in place.

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Focus on Your Behaviors to Relieve COVID-19 Anxiety

BY SANFORD HEALTH

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f you’re feeling fearful or anxious about the coronavirus pandemic, that’s natural.

“It’s how we’re hard-wired,” says Sanford Health licensed psychologist Jon Ulven, PhD. A situation that’s “novel, uncertain and potentially threatening gives us a heightened amount of focus,” he explains.

While fear is normal, Dr. Ulven says we should let wisdom and logic guide our behavior. Because we have more control over our behavior and our thoughts than we do over our feelings, evaluate how your health behaviors might affect your risk for acquiring COVID-19 and transmitting it to others.

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• Ask yourself — and be really honest: how often do you actually wash your hands? Use your answer to examine whether your hand-washing technique is adequate.

• Consider how often you touch your face. The virus can enter through the eyes, nose and mouth. Reducing face touching will help decrease your risk.

• Answer honestly: Am I in the higher risk category now? If you are, decide what you’re willing to do to protect yourself and others.

• Keep proper perspective throughout the pandemic. In the big picture, humankind will survive this and come away stronger.

• Be careful how and when you consume news. “Increased news coverage doesn’t always mean increased threats,” Dr. Ulven says.

• Gather information from reputable sources. It is important to avoid sources who present themselves on social media as authorities when they aren’t.

• Decide how often you look for news about the pandemic.

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Modeling Behavior for Kids

“We can choose peaceful behaviors and model them for others,” says Dr. Ulven.

Consider: “I am teaching my kids about how to cope with adversity.

How do I want to model this? What do I want them to see?”

Decision-making based on wisdom and logic can address not only your anxiety, but anxieties children have as well. Dr. Ulven recommends honesty with them, too.

He also suggests encouraging healthy behaviors with children and others, such as hand-washing techniques and finding healthier ways to interact rather than shaking hands.

“If we let fear drive our decisions,” he adds, “It can lead to behaviors such as hoarding supplies.”

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Staying in Touch Because short term, isolation can be the healthier choice to prevent the spread of infection, Dr. Ulven suggests that people plan to maintain contact with others via mobile devices, Skype, FaceTime or any other digital platforms.

“Discuss the plan for staying in touch,” he says.

“The majority of us will have no trouble bouncing back once the threat has passed,” Dr. Ulven says. “But, it’s important to stay community-minded. Be on the lookout for people who might not return to their normal selves. Ask if they’re OK.” Resources for help can include primary care providers, workplace employee assistance programs and behavioral health specialists. Additional resources for those struggling with anxiety can also be found at the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.

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