Features

Congratulations, Trojan Wrestlers!

The West Central Trojan wrestling team competed at the 2025 South Dakota State A Dual Championships in Pierre on Saturday, February 15, bringing home fifth place. Pictured back row (left to right) is Coach Tim Weber, Coach Tanner Sturgeon, Coach Chip Carda, Chaz...

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Hartford Elementary finished renovations

The elementary’s library was greatly expanded thanks to the renovations, gaining a more open-concept feel and look. (Photo/Submitted) Along with the newly-renovated rooms, an entire 3rd grade wing was added to the Hartford Elementary, allowing students to remain in...

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Local elections set for communities

Humboldt, SD water tower (Photo/Submitted) City of Crooks (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor Local communities look to undergo some changes in the 2025 year. Terms of office for City Council members along with the Mayor come to an end for area communities with...

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Street expansion & Exit 387 projects continue

Sara Stadem | Editor Community members of Hartford will soon see some improvements to the streets of Hartford. Two projects will begin: Exit 387 Bridge Project and Western Avenue Expansion Project.According to a recent city council meeting, the South Dakota Department...

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Lights, Curtain, Action….Heading to State!

Congratulations to the Tri-Valley One-Act Play cast and crew! They advanced to the State One-Act Festival with their play, Charlotte’s Web. They competed in Brookings at the State One-Act Festival on Thursday, February 6, at 10:15 a.m. Results were not available at...

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School board elections set for TV & WC schools

Sara Stadem | Editor School Board vacancies are right around the corner for both the West Central and Tri-Valley School Districts and as spring rolls in, so will the petitions.According to Tri-Valley Business Manager Cameron Kerkhove, the Tri-Valley School Board will...

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Continuing to meet the burgers

The Jalapeno Popper Burger is at Norby’s Bar & Grill in Dell Rapids. This burger is an all-beef patty topped with jalapeno cream cheese spread, candied bacon and pepper jack cheese topped with a Jalapeno Popper. (Photo/Submitted) The Hot & Beefy at PINZ in...

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Creating lasting memories at Winter-Green Acres

AT RIGHT IN FRAME: Tammy and Ryan Winter opened Winter-Green Acres Event Venue in September 2024. (Photo/Submitted) Winter-Green Acres can hold up to 425 guests and has several packages to choose from. Pictured is the outside of the building and the seating space...

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The 605 Rural Burger Battle begins

The Rancher’s Delight, which you can get at Safari Bar & Grill in Renner, is a seasoned smash patty with a hint of brown sugar, topped with candied bacon, melted cheddar cheese, onion tanglers and BBQ Ranch sauce, all served on a buttery brioche bun....

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Tri-Valley students win at SD Big Idea

Tri-Valley students Matthew Cypher and Ethan Koopman both won big at SD Big Idea. The students took home cash prizes and scholarships. (Photo/Submitted) Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern Last December, two Tri-Valley students won big at the annual SD Big Idea competition....

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Did someone say soup?

Crooks Fire Department ready for soup dinner Sara Stadem | Editor For over 12 years, the Crooks Fire Department has been serving soup to the community as a fundraiser and this year is no different.Crooks Fire Chief Mike Harstad explained that once again, the...

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The battle begins…

The Humboldt Sharpshooters are pictured at their first practice of their season in January. The Sharpshooters are hosting their annual soup fundraiser on Saturday, February 1, from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Humboldt Community Center. (Photos/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor...

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Humboldt Library finishes renovations

The Siouxland Libraries Humboldt Branch recently went through renovations that included new paint, furniture, carpet, and shelves. (Photo/Submitted) Pictured is the Humboldt Siouxland Libraries Branch before the renovations. (Photo/Submitted) Abby Mitchell | Staff...

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Soup Supper for Seniors

Sara Stadem | Editor It is soup kind of weather just in time for the fundraiser that Downtown Hartford Inc. will host for the Hartford Senior Citizens – Super Seniors. The Homemade Soup Supper will be held on Saturday, January 25, from 4-7 p.m. at the United Methodist...

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Hartford Chamber prepares for Adult Prom banquet

Sara Stadem | Editor Dust off those prom dresses and tuxes from your favorite decade and get ready to celebrate the night with “Music Through the Decades” at Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce 7th Annual Banquet.The Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Adult...

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Tri-Valley welcomes the new year in their new school

Mustang students and staff started their second semester of the 2024-2025 school year at their brand new state-of-the-art high school on Monday, January 6. The new high school has several upgraded features such as an auditorium, a larger gymnasium, weight room, and...

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