KGFX Beyond the Mic Podcast

DRG Media Groups's Kevin Larsen talks with Wade Hayes who will be performing July 3rd in Fort Pierre as part of the Boots 'N' Roots festivities. 

Kim Ricardo is a Forage Field Specialist with SDSU Extension. In this episode, get to know a little bit about Ricardo and her desire to help South Dakota producers enhance the productivity and sustainability of their pastures and hay lands through practical, research-based guidance on forage production and management.   Ricardo can be reached at 605-773-8120 or Kimberly.Ricardo@sdstate.edu. Agriculture In-depth is brought to you by Kimball Livestock Exchange.

President Polk hoped to avoid war when the US annexed Texas but the war was inevitable. 

The South Dakota Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) is holding “Small Farms, Big Ideas” tours June 10, July 15 and July 29, 2026. In this episode of Agriculture In-depth, Peggy Martin with Cedar Creek Gardens at Midland invites people to come along and explore agricultural innovation firsthand through these unique tour opportunities. Each tour has a pre-registration deadline so SDSPA has an accurate count for lunch. The cost to attend is $16 per person and includes all-day bus transportation and a lunch. Guests should wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Participants should be able to walk on uneven outdoor terrain. Full tour details and registration information can be found at https://sdspecialtyproducers.org/p/19106. Agriculture In-depth is brought to you by Kimball Livestock Exchange.

The telegraph influnced to American Civil War.

The 2026 Agricultural Women's Day event being held June 10 in Onida, SD, provides an opportunity for women to get together with other women having similar interests and spend a day actively learning together. In this episode, one of the volunteer organizers, Dawn Nagel, tells us about the event, the speakers and more.   The registration fee for Agricultural Women's Day in Onida is $20 to cover the cost of the meal. Again, the deadline to register is June 2. More information can be found: on the SDSU Extension Events website, by searching for Agricultural Women's Day; on the Agricultural Women's Day Facebook page; or by emailing sdagwomensday@gmail.com. Agriculture In-depth is brought to you by Kimball Livestock Exchange.

Baseball season is about to OFFICIALLY be in full swing. Oahe Zap Opening Day is tonight (5/22) and the Legion Varsity open their season next Wednesday! Zap Manager Jamy Haberger joins the show to talk about the upcoming Zap season as they look to make another run to the Championship like they did a year ago. We talk returning players, new faces and all of the great things that are happening with the Zap at Hyde Stadium this summer. Our second interview features Legion Varsity head coach River Iverson ahead of their season opener next Wednesday (5/27) when they take on the Harrisburg Tigers. We talk about the growth of the game, the many great athletes and players that will be playing Legion ball this summer, and so much more. Players Perspective is brought to you by Avera!

This week on Teen Talk, Cortana talks to Lexington Bowers about his journey in hockey.

May is Beef Month, but the South Dakota Beef Industry Council has promotional efforts going on all year long. In this episode of Agriculture In-depth, Council Executive Director Jon Dilworth chats with DRG News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra about the organization, a coloring contest, information on substituting different cuts of meat when cooking, a direct from producer local beef purchasing directory and more. Agriculture In-depth is brought to you by Kimball Livestock Exchange.

George Washington is said to be first in many things but how much do we really know about America's first president.

Farmers and ranchers around the United States use a variety of procedures as a way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in livestock production. In some cases, those infectious diseases have the potential to spread to humans. To help agricultural producers increase preparedness and maintain continuity of business during a disease response, staff at the National Farm Medicine Center, Marshfield Clinic Research Institute, have led development of PremisesMapper, a free, web-based biosecurity premises mapping tool.   To use the free PremisesMapper tool, go to https://rfdash.org/PremisesMapper/ and create your account. After creating a map, producers can print it or download a PDF to include with their operation's biosecurity plan. Agriculture In-depth is brought to you by Kimball Livestock Exchange.

The NFL schedules are officially here... We are so close to football. We look at the international schedules, holiday schedules and break down the Vikings (and NFC North) schedules along with the biggest games of this upcoming season. We are thrilled to talk football. We also take a look at the leaderboard of the PGA Championship which is absolutely packed at the top. Gerrick Higgo's hilarious excuse for being late (but on time) to his tee time. Some good golf and some really, really bad golf as well. We take a look at the MLB standings and talk a little fighting. If you love talking sports, this is the show for you! So come on into Cowart's Corner!

This week, our host Cortana Mancuso talks with her mom, Chandra, to celebrate Mother's Day.

While immortalized by Henry Longfellow, Paul Revere was one of more than 40 riders that warned "The British are coming!"

Cortana Mancuso talks to Darrien Lawrence about the boxing program and hero gym and his involvement in the fine arts.

The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 27, 2026, at the Ramkota Hotel and Convention Center in Pierre. Chamber Government Outreach Committee member Mary Duvall emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Hughes County Sheriff candidate Jeff Metzger is unchallenged.

The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 27, 2026, at the Ramkota Hotel and Convention Center in Pierre. Chamber Government Outreach Committee member Mary Duvall emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Republican District 24 Senate candidates on the ballot are (2 year term): Jim Mehlhaff– incumbent, Brian Murphy, and Mark Nelson. Republican District 24 House candidates on the ballot (L to R) are (2 year term): Regan Bollweg, Brian Burge, Laurie Gill, Tim Rounds, and Mike Wisegram.

The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 27, 2026, at the Ramkota Hotel and Convention Center in Pierre. Chamber Government Outreach Committee member Mary Duvall emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Hughes County Commission (L to R) Rob Fines and Pat Steber. Not able to attend were Connie Hohn and Bill Abernathy. (4 year terms).

The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 27, 2026, at the Ramkota Hotel and Convention Center in Pierre. Chamber Government Outreach Committee member Mary Duvall emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Pierre Mayor candidates (L to R)– Steve Harding and Todd Johnson (3 year terms).  

The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 27, 2026, at the Ramkota Hotel and Convention Center in Pierre. Chamber Government Outreach Committee member Mary Duvall emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Pierre School Board candidates (L to R) Rochelle Kenzy and Madisyn Neibauer. Unable to attend, George Seamon, Jr.

The Fort Pierre Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 23, 2026, at the Community Youth Involved Center in Fort Pierre. FP Chamber Executive Director Shane Kramme emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Stanley County Sheriff-- candidates on the ballot are (L to R): Gary Nickerson, Dustin Baxter, and Greg Swanson.

The Fort Pierre Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 23, 2026, at the Community Youth Involved Center in Fort Pierre. FP Chamber Executive Director Shane Kramme emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Stanley County Commission– Positions on the ballot are (4 year terms) (L to R): Commission District 3 – Darby Nutter and Dana Iversen Commission District 1 – Craig Heller, unchallenged Commission District 5 – Chris Carter and Gary Grittner

The Fort Pierre Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 23, 2026, at the Community Youth Involved Center in Fort Pierre. FP Chamber Executive Director Shane Kramme emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Fort Pierre City Council– Positions on the ballot are (2 year terms) (L to R): Ward 3– Kristin Gabriel and Rick Cronin Ward 2– Mike Jacobson, unchallenged Ward 1– Kevin Tiger and Larry Cronin

The Fort Pierre Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 23, 2026, at the Community Youth Involved Center in Fort Pierre. FP Chamber Executive Director Shane Kramme emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Fort Pierre Mayor candidates are Mayor Gloria Hanson and Fort Pierre city council member Greg Kenzy.

The Fort Pierre Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 23, 2026, at the Community Youth Involved Center in Fort Pierre. FP Chamber Executive Director Shane Kramme emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Republican District 24 Senate candidates on the ballot are (2 year term): Jim Mehlhaff– incumbent, Brian Murphy, and Mark Nelson.

The Fort Pierre Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum April 23, 2026, at the Community Youth Involved Center in Fort Pierre. FP Chamber Executive Director Shane Kramme emceed and the moderators were DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra and Riverfront Broadcasting News Director Zach Nelson. Republican District 24 House candidates on the ballot (L to R) are (2 year term): Mike Wisegram– incumbent, Brian Burge, Laurie Gill, Regan Bollweg, and Tim Rounds.

The size of the U.S. cattle herd is around the lowest it's ever been, but one cattle marketer says larger animals are helping to keep beef readily available for consumers. In this episode, DRG Media Group Pierre News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra chats with Dennis Metzger from the Whitman, Nebraska, area to get his impression of the situation. Metzger works with seed stock, feeder calves and feeder calf marketing, among other things.

On April 18, 1775 a British order went out to seize "all military stores" in Lexington; and thus American's war of independence began.

Our host, Cortana Mancuso, interviews two seniors who qualify to go to national oral interpretation (Chloe Bowers and Harper Reichling) on their experience on the TF Riggs forensics team. @tfriggsforensics on Instagram (gofundme linked in bio) 

Is the moon moving away from Earth, one Princeton academic conviced NASA that that question should be the first experiment left on the surface.

Considered the father of guerillia warfare, Francis Marion commaned an unconvential army during the American Revolution.

Wildest story of the year... Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and insider Dianna Russini are in boiling hot water after their affair has been made public. We go through the storyline, the lies, the pictures and everything else. After that, we dive into what has been an awesome NHL Postseason, and it's only the first round! To close, we talk about what a disastrous two weeks it has been for LIV Golf and Bryson DeChambeau. Once a fan favorite, he has fallen back to the ultimate villain once again. If you love talking sports, this is the show for you! So come on into Cowart's Corner!

Our host, Cortana Mancuso, interviews 8th grader Hailey Finn on her experience in middle school. Cortana then uses her knowledge from a year at high school to answer questions Hailey has about high school.

Mild weather has allowed farmers in central South Dakota to do spring fieldwork and planting without interruption. In this episode, farmer Chris Fosheim talks about wheat condition, fertilizer available and more. Agriculture In-depth is brought to you by Kimball Livestock Exchange.

Jason Young is a PGA Golf Professional at Red Rock in Rapid City and was inducted into the SDGA Hall of Fame last weekend. We dive into his career as a Pro, teaching and mentoring students and what you can do to get better. We also talk about PGA Hope which is helping our Veterans deal with stress and angst by playing golf. Jason's interview starts around the 17:00 minute mark. Prior to the interview, we talk about the huge headline surrounding LIV golf and its potential termination. 

This week on Teen Talk, Cortana Mancuso interviews Jenny Hodges about TF Riggs Highschool's upcoming musical: Death Takes a Holiday.

Shiloh, Tennessee would be the site of onw the bloodiest battles of the Civil War. 

In this week's episode of Teen Talk, host Cortana Mancuso speaks with Jason Garrett. Jason is a freshman at Riggs and a talented young musician who participates in many ensembles, including a rock band that performed during a recent talent show hosted by the Riggs chapter of Tri-M. He talks about his experience with music and his life as a high schooler.

April 13-17, 2026, is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in South Dakota and Minnesota. Kelly Serr is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service in South Dakota. In this episode, she encourages people to think about personal safety plans and to prepare for any situation, regardless of if they are at school, work, outdoors or on the road.   Each day during Severe Weather Preparedness Week has a specific theme to encourage people to focus their preparation and planning efforts. This year's themes are: Monday: Weather Alerts and Warnings Tuesday: Severe Storms Wind, Hail and Lightning Wednesday: Flash Floods Thursday: Tornado Friday: Extreme Heat and Wildfire All topics: Additional safety information

The iconic words by Virginian Patrick Henry resonate more than 250 years after America declared its independence.

Gavin Colson is a State Champion golfer who was just 1 of 50 US players selected to compete overseas in a tournament in Australia. We dive in and discuss how he got selected, what the tournament will look like and how you can help. To remain an amateur, Gavin will rely on community support to help fund his trip across the pond! You can go to www.coast2coastinternationalathletics.com to help! We also talk about other aspects of the game including PGA Hope, preparation, the mental game and how younger players can get better. Gavin and Randy interview- 11:00 min. mark

We are just days away from what promises to be an electric Final Four with UCONN, Arizona, Michigan and Illinois. Of course, we HAVE to talk about how Duke just fumbled away their shot at a championship in the Elite Eight and touch on other games from last weekend before looking ahead to Saturday. We also talk about Tiger Woods, his DUI and his statement released this week. All that and more on this episode, so if you love talking sports, this is the show for you! Come on into Cowart's Corner!

Tiger Talk is back this week for Episode 26 with your host, Matthew Givone. This week, with winter sports completely wrapped up, Matt looked ahead to the spring sports and even football season next year as well as talking some basketball and baseball. If you're a sports fan, you are not going to want to miss this season finale of Tiger Talk, brought to you by Dacotah Bank!

Join Cortana Mancuso in this week's episode of Teen Talk as she talks with award-winning writer/director and T.F. Riggs alum, Andrew Kightlinger!

Nathan Hale served in America's first spy ring and paid the ultimate price.

Charlie Goodnight was many things; lawman, cattle hand and eventually cattle baron.

Stanley County Boys Basketball made it back to the State Tournament for the first time since 1997 led by their two captains, Eddie Duffy and Paxton Deal. Before the interview, an important announcement regarding Stanley County athletics. In the interview, we talk to Eddie and Paxton about their historic regular season run to State, their teammates, the community that supported them the entire way and more. We also talk about the NCAA tournament and what's to come for both of these guys. Enjoy this episode of Players Perspective, sponsored by Avera!

In this week's episode of Teen Talk, host Cortana Mancuso talks to T.F. Riggs Freshman Madison Murphy about the upcoming Spring softball season.

The Sweet 16 has arrived! We look back at the bracket as a whole, recapping all of the important games that have gotten us to this point. Some upsets, mostly chalk, but an unbelievable tournament nonetheless. We also preview Thursday and Friday's incredible slate of games on this episode of Cowart's Corner. If you love talking sports, this is the show for you! So come on into Cowart's Corner!

The Morrill Fire in western Nebraska started on March 12, 2026,-- less than 20 miles away from the Strategy Bison ranch, which is located near Ellsworth, Nebraska, in the panhandle part of the state. The ranch is owned by Dave and Liz Schroth and their six kids. In this episode, Dave talks about what it was like having the fire so close to their operation, the response from fire crews that came from all over to help contain the massive blaze, what his friends and neighbors who had property and livestock losses from the fire are doing to try to inventory what they have left and what comes next for an area where the people, the animals and the land will all be healing for decades.   The Nebraska Cattlemen organization has established a Disaster Relief Fund. Those who would like to donate, may: go to www.nebraskacattlemen.org/disaster-relief-fund call the Nebraska Cattlemen office at 402-475-2333 email disasterrelief@necattlemen.org The Nebraska Cattlemen will distribute 100% of the dollars donated to producers who experienced property loss or damage in areas where a fire was reported through the Nebraska Emergency Management Association (NEMA) Watch Center. As of March 23, 2026, applications are being accepted and membership in Nebraska Cattlemen organization is NOT required to receive donated funds. The application period is open until further notice. The dollars will be distributed after the application period closes, at a date yet to be determined.

Regenerative Agriculture is a conservation management approach that emphasizes natural resources through improved soil health, water management, and natural vitality for the productivity and prosperity of American agriculture and communities. In December 2025, USDA launched the NRCS Regenerative Pilot Program, a farmer first, outcomes-based approach to conservation designed to return the agency to its core mission – helping people help the land. During the Feb. 2026 Commodity Classic Convention, U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Aubrey Bettencourt joined U.S. Ag Secretary Secretary Brooke Rollins and Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce in talking about some of the agency's newer initiatives. In this episode, hear Bettencourt share some details of the new Regenerative Pilot Program. NRCS is investing $700 million to specifically support regenerative agriculture, including: $400 million through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP); and $300 million through the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)