by ilikethatstory | Aug 26, 2026 | I Like That Story
About 50 years ago, many a dairy farmer was caught up in the hype and desire of having a one-and-only blue Harvestore next to the barn. A Harvestore was a dark blue, enameled-steel marvel that promised perfect silage to boost production and make dairymen profitable....
by ilikethatstory | Aug 23, 2026 | I Like That Story
In my front yard is an Ohio buckeye tree. Since I live in South Dakota, this tree is obviously lost. This time of year, I get a lot of comments about it because it looks a little like an orange tree—except instead of oranges, it’s covered in strange green orbs. Break...
by ilikethatstory | Aug 22, 2026 | I Like That Story
When I sat down on my back deck, I looked at this little tableau and decided to tell you about it. In the background, you can see my shed. What you can’t see is the radio inside, playing a preseason football game. You also can’t hear the thrumming cicadas, droning...
by ilikethatstory | Aug 21, 2026 | I Like That Story
My grandsons are crazy about Pokémon. They spend all their allowance—and any money they earn—on cards, coins, and whatever else Pokémon has convinced them they absolutely need. “Pop! This one is worth 88 DOLLARS!” “Would you sell it for 88 dollars?” “NO! Money doesn’t...
by ilikethatstory | Aug 20, 2026 | Interview
What is it really like to serve as governor—and what happens when the public life is over? Jeff Gould sits down with former South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about politics, leadership, public service, family, and life after...
