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• Many communities across South Dakota are sponsoring coat drives, where individuals can donate old or extra winter coats for those who are in need. For example, Kidz-n-Coats is a program that donates winter coats to children in the Sioux Falls area. I encourage South Dakotans across the state to reach out to area organizations to see what opportunities are available in each community.
• Although some may grumble about snow or the falling temperatures, there are also many who enjoy snow - like my son, Booker. Not only will we make sure we have our snow shovels ready, the Noem household will also be pulling snow sleds out of storage. The winter months provide unique opportunities for families to spend time together building snowmen or ice skating, but we shouldn't forget that cold temperatures and icy conditions should be taken seriously.
• Rep. Kristi Noem is South Dakota's lone U.S. Representative, elected in November 2010. She serves on the Agriculture, Education and Workforce and Natural Resources Committees.