Happy Birthday to One of the Best

They say South Dakota is a small state where everybody knows everybody else. It’s true that you won’t go far before finding someone who knows Jim Woster.

In his 80 years, his friendly smile has met many friends in the region while championing agriculture, health care or South Dakota State University. Perhaps he’s stopped to chat just because he takes a genuine personal interest in others. Jim is so well traveled and well known that he can make a connection with most anyone he meets.

In honor of the Old Stockyards Guy getting older – Mr. Woster turns 80 the day this issue comes out – we spoke with a handful of his friends and relatives about what makes Jim special. There’s plenty, and there are many more whose lives he’s touched. Here are just a few stories that speak to the character of Jim Woster.

Via Tri-State Neighbor