The Humboldt Ambulance recently had the Telemedicine in Motion for EMS installed which will allow first responders to get additional assistance from nurses and physicians with a push of a button via video or audio call. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor Recently,...
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It’s Grouchmas time
Rosenbauer America, LLC in Lyons is a sponsor for the fundraising event called Grouchmas and is helping to raise donations for the Toy Lending Library. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor Trying not to be a Grinch and looking for a good cause this time of year?...
Working together to keep communities safe
Assistant Fire Chief Jerrit Pedersen explained neighboring fire departments work together on trainings which he finds a benefit to keep lines of communication open with other fire departments in the county. Pictured are firefighters from Colton Fire and Rescue and...
Crafting a dream into reality
Vessells’ Creative Ranch opened in August (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor Sondra Vessells of Humboldt started crafting at a very young with her mom and now, thanks to the help of her family, she gets to put her skills to use on a regular basis. In August,...
Trojan football continues to Dominate
Another visit to the dome brings Runner-Up title The West Central Trojans took home the Runner-Up title on Friday, November 11, when they faced off against the Dell Rapids Quarriers. The Trojans have visited the dome 16 times since 1993, resulting in 12 Championships...
A family fighting together
November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month Jacob Swaney was diagnosed at the age of one with epilepsy. His mom, Kalia, wants to bring awareness to the disease so that others are aware that not all medical conditions can be seen. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem |...
Growing Crooks one lot at a time
The City of Crooks had their ribbon cutting on Friday, November 4, for their latest light industrial area which is located across from the library. (Photo/Kari Jurrens) Sara Stadem | Editor Change is inevitable but for the city of Crooks, it’s a change in the right...
Running their way to State
The West Central Trojan boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams advanced to the South Dakota Class A State Cross Country Meet. The boys’ took second place at the Region 2A cross country meet with the girls’ team finishing third. Pictured back row (left to right) is Ellie...
Heading to state one goal at a time
The West Central Trojans girls’ soccer team advanced to the Class A State Soccer Championship when they defeated the Vermillion Tanagers on Saturday, October 8, on their home field. The Trojans were looking for a “Three-Peat” as the #1 seed faced off against the #2...
Colton Fire and Rescue adds new face to wildland assistance
Three firefighters from Colton Fire and Rescue assisted Pine Ridge for six days from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. as well as being on call throughout the night. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor Recently, in September, Engine 6-1 of the Colton Fire and Rescue (CFR) headed to...
Driving the fairway to State
The West Central Trojans brought home second place from the Region 2A Tournament on Monday, September 26. They finished one stroke behind the team champion, the Vermillion Tanagers. The Trojans will chip their way through the 2022 South Dakota State A Boys Golf...
Marching bands kick off their season with success
The Marching Mustangs took first place in the first competition when their season started at the Parker Pheasant Marching Festival in Parker. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The West Central Marching Trojans and the Tri-Valley Marching Band made their season...
Country education in a home near you
After a meal and a meet and greet, families were able to tour Buffalo Christian Homeschool Academy and complete any paperwork needed for the new school year. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor After 17 years of teaching in the public school system, Mrs. Sarah...
Celebrating residents and their home
National Assisted Living Week Ronald Krumm, resident at Colton Retirement Living, takes some time with his friend, Vance Thunder, to appreciate the nice weather. (Photos/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor While many of us get to come home to our family after a long day...
City of Colton working on growth
Sara Stadem | Editor The City of Colton is looking to make some changes in their community in hopes to grow their city and bring new community members to Colton, according to Colton Mayor Trevor Bunde.Mayor Bunde explained one of the first changes comes with the city...
Books, sports, friendships and more
The West Central School District was called back into session for their 2022-2023 school year on Tuesday, August 23. (Photo/Abby Mitchell)
Back to the books
The Tri-Valley Mustang students and staff hit the ground running on Monday, August 15, as they kicked off the first week of their 2022-2023 school year.
Familiar face, new role
Derik Fossum as new Tri-Valley Intermediate Principal Sara Stadem | Editor As Tri-Valley (TV) heads into their 2022-2023 school year, a familiar face will be taking on a new role. Mr. Derik Fossum, who has previously taught 6th grade Math/ELA and Physical Education...
And the new Principal is…
Chris Larson takes on new role Chris Larson will be the new Tri-Valley High School Principal for the 2022-2023 school year. His wife, Kristin, works as the Regional CTE Specialist with the Department of Education and his daughter, Kennedy, will be entering second...
Giving back to those that give
Poker run benefit set for Struck family Ken and Dianne Struck were both diagnosed with cancer in 2021. Pictured is Ken and Dianne (front) and (left to right) their daughter, Carla and husband Jeffrey, daughter Tanya and husband Jerry, daughter Dawn and fiancé Tim and...