FROM THE EDITOR

Hello, my name is Karlie. I want to introduce myself to all of you as the new Managing Editor for Aberdeen Magazine! I was born and raised in Mobridge, but I recently graduated from Northern in December 2019. I started working at McQuillen Creative as the Social Media Coordinator shortly after graduating, and at the end of February, I started as the editor for the magazine. And if there is anything I’ve learned in putting this issue together, it’s that Aberdeen is full of wonderful people and stories!

But before we get to those, this issue has a few changes to it. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, our calendar looks different for this issue. We hope this is a one time thing. You’ll notice the Buzz section has changed Karlie Spiry also. It’s, well, buzzier. The stories are shorter, but there are more of them MANAGING EDITOR to bring you a wider scope of news and events in the community. Lastly, you’ll find a new addition at the end of the magazine, but you’ll have to flip to the end to find out what it is, and definitely tell us your thoughts about it.

In the pages of this issue, you’ll find stories about Aberdeen transportation old and new, recipes to feed your belly and your soul, and feature stories about Smittys coach Reedy Fossum, an early Aberdeen pioneer named August Witte who had a knack for community, the annual Garden Walk, and so much more about Aberdeen small businesses and people! //

 FROM THE PUBLISHER

Holy cow are things weird right now! Firstly, I hope all of you are safe and following proper protocol to keep yourself and everyone around you healthy. Secondly, you’ve just met our new Managing Editor, Karlie Spiry (above). She has stepped in to fill the shoes of our previous editor, Jenny Roth. It was sad to see Jenny go, but she had another opportunity to pursue, and for that, we congratulate her. We also thank her from the bottom of our hearts for pouring her soul and immense talents into this magazine. The last issue was our 8th anniversary issue. I honestly can’t believe we’ve been going this long. But it’s people like Jenny who have contributed to the quality, integrity, and spirit of Aberdeen Magazine that have made it so popular. I am proud to offer the Editor experience to young writers wishing to advance their careers by managing this magazine. Thank you so much, Jenny Roth, for your contributions to Aberdeen Magazine. You left the magazine in perfect shape for Karlie to take over. Karlie is a very talented NSU graduate with a flair for whimsy, thoroughness, and serious storytelling. Jenny still wishes to contribute to the magazine, so keep an eye out for her byline. Best of luck to you, Jenny, and welcome Karlie! // — Troy McQuillen

 CONTRIBUTORS

 TOM BLACK is one of the volunteer founders/producers of the South Dakota Film Festival. He has begun bringing major concerts back to the historic Aberdeen Civic Arena.  PATRICK GALLAGHER is a regular contributor commenting on Aberdeen’s personality, food options, and history.

DANI MCQUILLEN loves parties with themes, decorations, and creative cooking as befits the granddaughter of the original Sioux "Martha Stewart" of the Prairie. As the mother of five, with three still at home, she's a master of large, budget-friendly meals.

 JENNY ROTH is a writer who loves this beautiful, windy corner of South Dakota. She and her husband farm near the Hosmer area and are raising three daughters. She is the former Managing Editor of Aberdeen Magazine.  DANIELLE NOTZ is an intern for Aberdeen Magazine who specializes in writing and editing. She is a Northern State English major who will be graduating in December 2021. In her free time, she enjoys reading classic literature.

 ANGIE CLEBERG and AARON SCHULTZ are on the executive team at the United Way of Northeastern South Dakota. The United Way is instrumental in providing support for health and human service programs in our community.

VOLUME 8 • ISSUE 3 • MAY/JUNE 2020

ISSN 2378-3060

MANAGING EDITOR Karlie Spiry PUBLISHER Troy McQuillen DESIGN Eliot Lucas

AD SALES Julie Lillis julie.aberdeenmag@gmail.com INTERN Danielle Notz

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