Cattle producers have long been proud of their livestock. BUT… not many breeds (maybe none) push the envelope on sales price as much as Texas Longhorns. The 2016 Legacy Sale in Texas produced a record high selling heifer sale…
Author: Gordon Howie
Black Hills Man Spared In Brussels Attack
Terrorist bomb attacks have left 30 dead and 230 wounded. A Black Hills man is safe, after being directly in the center of the attack. Pat Alley, a longtime friend was there. He is safe. Family and friends are very…
Why Did Cruz Win 69% In Utah
While Ted Cruz took 69% in Utah, Trump still hasn’t broke 50% anywhere. What is the reason for the Cruz success in Utah? It is most likely due to the largely conservative, moral voting block in the state. Cruz is…
News Blackout On Meth March
Why would the South Dakota media ignore this event? Eagle Butte is a community that has felt the impact of the methamphetamine epidemic. They aren’t taking it quietly. A large car caravan, led by over one hundred marchers took a…
Hitler’s Rise To Power
History provides valuable lessons to those who will listen. I am not suggesting that any current American politician is the equivalent of Hitler. What I have wondered, is how does any society place immoral people in positions of authority. In researching…
Fear The Beginning, Not The End
It is appointed unto men, once to die. It is natural for man to hang on to life. It’s a precious gift. I’m reminded of the line from a song, “Everybody wants to go to Heaven, but nobody wants to…
Coming Soon: Jesus
World chaos and events signal the soon return of Jesus Christ. Bible prophesy outlines what the end times will look like. Does it describe the world today? Many people think so. What should the response of believers be, to the…
What Does An $80,000.00 Longhorn Look Like?
The Legacy Longhorn Sale has become a tradition. Yesterday’s sale results included the sale of this two year old longhorn heifer from the Craft Longhorn Ranch. She sold for a cool $80,000.00. She boasts a tip to tip horn measurement…
Why Are Republican Leaders Afraid Of Conservatives?
America still has some conservative Republicans. It would just appear that none (or few) of them are in leadership positions. The Republican platform is clear, both nationally and in my home state of South Dakota. It is conservative. Less government,…
Tranquility In A World Gone Mad
I am thankful for a place of peace. It’s hard to recall a time when the world was a crazier place. Perhaps because there wasn’t. Taking a break from the 24 hour news cycle can set the stage for sanity.…