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By Leah Vanden Bosch Images by Wes Eisenhauer Photography Many of us are dependent on a flavorful, satisfying cup of coffee to start our day, but not all realize that a lot of work goes into the morning ritual. Corey Gerlach and Wes Eisenhauer have a...

There is always a lot of action at the Dykstra’s home in the country. The second we walked into their brand new open ranch, owner Lori greeted us with news that calves were being born yards away. “Dave said you should have been here a few hours...

By Denise DePaolo Images by Elizabeth Lucille Photography There is no more productive form of muscle-powered travel than cycling. A 2012 article on popularmechanics.com cites the example of a cyclist versus a pedestrian, pointing out that if the two use the same amount of energy to...

In the May issue, Ode to Food and Drinks shares recipes for its sweet and tart Roarin' Ruby-Tini and brunchy favorite the San Francisco Special. In this web extra, the sophisticated riverfront eatery wants us to look ahead to cocktails on the patio with a twist...

By Denise DePaolo Sioux City-based Jim’s Burgers recently opened its first location in Sioux Falls. The restaurant, which is the chain’s sixth, can be found in a former KFC building on Minnesota Avenue. Having never been to a Jim’s location before, I had no idea...

By Kinsey Gustafson South Dakota is known for the Black Hills, rolling plains, and many Buffalo. A new type of Buffalo is being associated in South Dakota though, with the arrival of the Buffalo Gals organization. Laura Mounce is a founding Buffalo Gal and explains...

By Tracy Kirby Image by Crista Ballard Photography Almost a year ago, we welcomed our second miracle baby into our family; our first son, Wes. We brought him home and smelled him and stared at him creepily like any doting parent will tell you we do....

By Bobby Benedict Most music fans have heard of producers but have no real idea what they do or how they can affect music. Depending on the genre of music and depending on the producer, that effect can vary. I know that once Blink-182 lost...

By Kara Sweet The days are getting longer. The sun is shining more. Spring has sprung.   For many, this means spring cleaning. Time to clear out cupboards, organize closets, and declutter garages.   Wine lovers spring clean too…they clean out the wine fridge! One of the...

By Kinsey Gustafson Images by Michell Studios Photography Kate Sedlacek combined her longtime love of fashion and new-found love of writing to create her blog Kate Maree. This East River lifestyle blogger expands on her passion project and tells us what everyone needs in their closet...