Jody Heemstra

South Dakota

Farm Director at Dakota Radio Group News

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Culvers Giving Farmers Free Custard in June

5 days ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

June is National Dairy Month, and Culver’s is celebrating the nation’s hardworking dairy farmers in a way only the small-town Wisconsin-born brand can: by giving farmers free Fresh Frozen Custard. Throughout the month, Culver’s will offer dairy farmers a free scoop of Fresh Frozen Custard with their online order. Farmers redeeming the offer can use the code “DAIRYGOOD” at checkout to get their free scoop.
Fort Pierre tree and grass maintenance reminder

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

The City of Fort Pierre is reminding residents to maintain their property by trimming your trees and mowing your yard on a regular basis. Fort Pierre ordinance says property owners are responsible for cleaning up their property as well as all abutting public right-of-way areas. Any owner of lot or tract of land in Fort Pierre that fails to keep weeds and grass less than 10 inches high, will receive a bill each time the town has to do the maintenance.
R-CALF USA Calls for Swift Passage of Bill to Delist Gray Wolf

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

R-CALF USA is urging Congress to swiftly pass the Pet and Livestock Protection Act of 2025, or PALPA (H.R. 845). The bill, introduced on Jan. 31, 2025, by U.S. Representatives Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., and Tom Tiffany, R-Wis., seeks to remove the gray wolf from the Endangered Species List and return its management authority to individual states. R-CALF USA Property Rights Chair Shad Sullivan issued the following statement in support of the legislation:“R-CALF USA applauds the leadership of Reps.
Fort Pierre starting street sealing process on Monday

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

Starting Monday (June 2, 2025), a contractor will be doing crack sealing on city streets in Fort Pierre. Streets will not be closed, but people driving in Fort Pierre are asked to be watchful for workers on the streets. Weather permitting, the contractor will finish within a couple days.
Jewel Cave summer 2025 tour schedule begins Friday

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

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How many Americans believe in astrology and rely on fortunetelling? A new survey has answers

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

NEW YORK (AP) — A lot of American adults — about 3 in 10 — make use of astrology, tarot cards or fortunetellers at least once a year. But only a small fraction of them rely on what they learn from these practices to make major decisions. That’s according to a nationwide survey released Wednesday (May 21, 2025) by the Pew Research Center, encompassing 9,593 U.S. adults who were interviewed last October.
Attorney General Urges Caution When Doing Business with Transient Vendors

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley urges consumers to be cautious when doing business with transient vendors. “During the summer months, consumers may encounter someone they don’t know looking to sell a product or a service,” said Attorney General Jackley.
South Dakotans encouraged to prioritize mental health

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

Governor Larry Rhoden has proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month, urging South Dakotans to prioritize their mental well-being and join efforts to reduce stigma, raise awareness, and support those affected by mental health challenges. As part of this effort, the DSS encourages residents to take proactive steps to support their mental health:Stay Connected: Build strong relationships with family, friends, and your community.
Cicadas swarm parts of US as the screaming insects emerge in Brood XIV’s 17-year cycle

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

On the right night, usually after a warm spring rain, near trees showing cicada pilot holes and chimneys, they will emerge — so many that they can be heard crunching through the grass to climb up trees, plants, people or any vertical surface. There is a forceful quality about it. Once they find footing, they begin the molting process. They shed their nymphal skin, emerging soft, vulnerable and pale yellow.
Consumers warned about sales tactics used by some over-the-counter hearing aid companies

1 week ago | drgnews.com | Jody Heemstra

The South Dakota Attorney General’s Office Consumer Protection Division has put out a warning that some over-the-counter hearing aid companies are using misleading sales tactics when reaching out to the public. Attorney General Marty Jackley says consumers should only have their hearing tested by a qualified audiologist or hearing instrument specialist. He says over-the-counter, direct-to-consumer, hearing aids are not regulated by the FDA.