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Covid-Delayed Hotel Cambria Project Still On, No Timeline for Construction

By Kevin Collison The South Dakota developer of a proposed 149-room hotel at Ninth and Wyandotte in the Garment District still intends to follow through with his plan although construction likely may be delayed until next year. “The project is on hold,” said Luke Jessen, development manager for Lloyd Cos. of Sioux Falls. “We don’t…

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A man holds a handful of soybeans.

Farmers Also Getting Government Help During Pandemic

Just as individuals got stimulus checks and businesses tapped the Paycheck Protection Program to survive the economic shock caused by the pandemic, farmers are getting cash to compensate for steep drops in crop prices.

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Seventh Annual Art in the Loop Blossoms with Poppie-Wrapped Streetcar

This summer’s Art in the Loop program is finally rolling in full thanks to the weekend debut of a streetcar wrapped in poppies, probably the most visible aspect of the annual downtown art event. “Hope & Gratitude” a vivid graphic by artist Ada Koch, who has used poppies as a theme for a variety of…

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Diametric Brewing Co. taproom.

Tap List | Toasting the Brave Hearts Among Us

The craft brew business isn’t for the faint of heart during this pandemic. So let’s raise a toast for the brave hearts, both old and new, among us.

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Outdoor support group

Struggling to Stay Sober During a Pandemic

Support networks are becoming even more important for alcoholics and recovering alcoholics living through a global pandemic.

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