Opinion

I have been blessed to serve in many leadership capacities in my life. Even after serving in the South Dakota National Guard, Majority Leader in the State Legislature, or as Lt.

Corsica will always be home to me. That’s why I’ve subscribed to the Corsica Globe my entire adult life, and that’s how I came across Connie Wagner’s April 28 letter to the editor about the Critical Access Hospital vote in the 2026 session.

It was about 1875 that Gen. W. H. Beadle wrote a rather comprehensive review of the geological history and formation of the Dakota Territory. The southern part of the territory belongs to the Cretaceous group of the Mesozoic system, having sharks and Ammonites as the leading types of its fossils.

DITOR The election on June 2nd is approaching fast and absentee voting has already begun. The District 21 Senate race is shaping up to be one of the most watched races in South Dakota because it speaks to what the Republican Party will look like and how our great state will be governed in the future. I’ve had the opportunity to serve with both candidates which gives me a unique opportunity to share my thoughts on this particular race.

When visitors arrive in our state, they are greeted with warm smiles and friendly faces. South Dakota is known for our world class hospitality – and all the credit goes to our people and our way of life. Tourism is not just about where people go; it’s about the connections they make, the memories they create, and the communities they support along the way.

Dear Editor, My name is Ben Krohmer and I’m a former State Representative from Mitchell and your neighboring legislative district. I want to write you today to tell you about my time working with Representative Marty Overweg in the State House of Representatives. I was elected during the 2022 election, and it was my one and only term serving in the State Legislature after choosing not to run for re-election. As someone going into their first term it can be a bit daunting, but fortunately for me, I was lucky enough to have Representative Marty Overweg as my seatmate in the House. Having Marty as a seatmate was extremely valuable for a first-timer, like myself. Marty has been someone I have always been able to look to for guidance, he was an outstanding teacher of the legislative process, a true professional and mentor, working tirelessly for the people he represents, never caving to pressure, and remaining steadfast to conservative values.

Dear Editor, In June 2024, South Dakota voters shocked the nation by replacing 12 of the individuals who voted to pass SB201. Among those elected was Mykala Voita, who defeated incumbent Senator Erin Tobin to represent District 21. Since taking office in January 2025, Senator Voita has been delivering incredible results for our families and conservative values. I want to highlight the strong accomplishments of our state Senator, Mykala Voita, during her first term in the 2025 and 2026 legislative sessions.

Dear Editor, I am writing to express my strong support for Mykala Voita, who stands out for her genuine faith in Jesus Christ and her commitment to protecting our constitutional rights. Mykala has served our district with integrity and conviction, upholding important principles as a devoted wife and mother and bringing her family values to her work.

involved in our local elections in SD has prompted me to endorse the following candidates. I am confident that they will defend constitutional principles, protect private property, put District 21 families first, and they will not carry water for the ambitions of the Sioux Falls elite or their international partners.

To the Editor, As our community continues to grow and take on important projects — from infrastructure improvements to Main Street revitalization — strong local leadership matters more than ever. Gregory has always been a place where people step up, get involved, and work together to make things better. That’s why I’m reaching out today.