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Getting the Garden Growing

Introductory gardening lesson where youth will learn what plants need to grow and what fruits and vegetables grow in different seasons in South Dakota.

Young couple discussing a concern with a distressed small business team member.

How To Get Fired by Your Constituents

For both business and community leaders, one thing is true – without customers, you don't have a job. Examine some common reasons for losing loyalty among community constituents.

Off-road motorbike rider in the countryside.

What Do We Do When We Get Home?

Following an unfortunate dirt bike accident, Thore Jenshus faced a new life as a quadrapalegic. Learn how his challenges led him to becoming a advocate for accessible home design.

A map of South Dakota with several colored boxes indicating areas of increased flood risk. For a complete description, visit the National Weather Service website at: https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/long_range.php?wfo=fsd

Get to Know Your Local Emergency Management Director

The warmer weather and spring migration this March have us all thinking of better days ahead. Unfortunately, it also has us thinking about flooding again this spring.

male youth giving a how-to demonstration

Communications Project

Hot sheet to promote the Communications Project Area to youth while providing tips and tricks on how to effectively prepare a public presentation.

Vern Hanson, Faulkton Health Care System Board Member

Funding Community Projects: Keeping Healthcare in Your Community

Faulkton’s hospital was getting old. Something had to be done or it would be lost.

Voices for Home Modification of the Dakotas

The Voices for Home Modification coalition seeks to increase knowledge about the role home design plays in quality of life for people with mobility limitations. Learn more about their mission and how you can get involved today!

Two young girls enjoying healthy snacks after school. Courtesy: Bob Nichols, USDA [CC BY 2.0].

Fueled for Fun!

This activity is appropriate for Pre-K-2nd grade (ages 4-7) and can be used by classrooms, small groups, or individuals.

Ellie Wagner posing next to a cow at the Yankton County Fair.

June: Club Project or Event

A quick start guide and additional resources for Club Projects or Events.

Veteran’s Park in downtown Clark, South Dakota.

Healthy Landscapes Healthy Communities Pilot Program: Looking back and moving forward in year two

Now in its second year, Healthy Landscapes Healthy Communities provides communities across the state with an opportunity to envision vibrant public spaces through an engaged planning and design effort.