A Dakota Rod and Nimrod

Set in early fall 1973, the story follows a high school principal in Burke, South Dakota, who starts his day with a fishing trip to catch bass. After successfully reeling in a notable fish, he takes it to a local grocery store for an official weigh-in, revealing a weight of 5 lbs. 9 oz. This slice-of-life narrative captures the simplicity of rural life and the small-town experiences that shape the protagonist's daily routine.