This is just one of many photographs showing inoperable, unlicensed vehicles and other debris on the property at 45437 477th Ave, near Baltic. On Tuesday, August 20, because the property owners were present and willing to work with Planning and Zoning on the issue,...
Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern The Central Valley Struttin’ Gobblers are gearing up to host their 19th National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Hunting Heritage Banquet. The Banquet, which will be held on September 7 at 120 Main Events in Hartford, has been around since...
Lenny Ellens was able to throw out the first pitch to his grandson, Jaiden, during the 2024 South Dakota State B Amateur Baseball Tournament. (Photo/Submitted) Lenny Ellens threw out the first pitch of the Humboldt/Hartford Wood Ducks game during the 2024 South Dakota...
Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern This September 5 will see the Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce (HACC) and South Dakota’s Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR) partner to host a local career fair in downtown Hartford.According to HACC Director Wynne Hindt, the DLR has...
A coach advises his team on Superbowl Day for Crooks’s Flag Football League. The league has been active for over ten years. (Photos/Submitted) Spectators cheer on their favorite team during the Flag Football Superbowl in Crooks. This year’s roster will feature around...
First Interstate Bank awarded Crooks Community Childcare Center a $25,000 grant as part of its “Believe in Local” campaign. CCCCC has been fundraising for their new building. (Photo/Submitted) CCCCC was chosen to receive the Lloyd Companies’ 2nd Quarter 1972 Award,...
Sara Stadem | Editor The days are being counted down to the end of summer but don’t fear, there is still another pool party right around the corner before the back to school bell rings!The Colton Pool will be hosting a Sponsor Appreciation Day on Sunday, August 11....
The Lions Club International is working towards reestablishing a Hartford Charter to become part of the community-centered organization. (Photo/Submitted) Marylou Nagel | Writer The Lions Club International is working towards reestablishing a Hartford Charter to...
Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – Even though the matter had previously been resolved, the dropped Home-Rule charter came back up at the end of the Tuesday, August 6, Minnehaha County Commission meeting.The regular agenda had been filled with items...
Sara Stadem | Editor The West Central School District will be kick starting their 2024-25 school year with a new website look and a brand new app for students, staff, families, and community members to use.When asked what prompted the new website and app, West Central...
Back to School days are scheduled Sara Stadem | Editor Summer is winding down, school supplies are purchased, and backpacks are ready to go. School is right around the corner! With that said, so are the school open houses.Tri-Valley School DistrictNew students:...
Sara Stadem | Editor Before summer comes to an end and school begins, the community of Baltic has one more event to bring people together for all ages. The 2024 Baltic Dog Days is set for Friday, August 9, through Sunday, August 11.Lacey Harrington, Community...
Sara Stadem | Editor The fall sports season has arrived which means it’s that time of year ago to get your athletes in for their yearly sports physicals.Tri-Valley athletesAccording to the Tri-Valley School District, there are two links available pertaining to annual...
HAOC to host ‘Take a Kid Fishing’ day Sara Stadem | Editor The best days are spent fishing, some might say, and for those that think that or want to find out, will have the opportunity to do just that… and all you have to do is show up!The Harford Area Optimist Club...
Marylou Nagel | Writer Reliabank will be holding a Back to School Bash for Tri-Valley and West Central students on Tuesday, August 6, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Hartford City Park at 202 N. Vandemark Avenue.Everyone is welcome to attend this free event!“Enjoy Pizza...
Former Sioux Falls Mayor Rick Knobe talked to Minnehaha County Commissioners about the benefits of a Home Rule form of government during their Tuesday, July 23, meeting. (Photo/Dave Baumeister) Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – During a briefing to...
Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern At the beginning of July, Humboldt held its annual Main Street Days celebration, with three days of festivities, food and fun following. The event has been a staple of summers in the community for many years. This year, one local...
Anthony is pictured with his dad, Tony, who went with him to the Invitational. (Photo/Submitted) Lanham completed in the 3-day tournament against the best high school golfers in the nation, golfing on three different prestigious PGA courses. (Photo/Submitted) Lanham...
Mrs. Mandy DeWitt, the Tri-Valley High School Art Teacher, completed the art on the rock at the Crooks Veteran’s Park. Originally, it was going to be a collaborative project with students. However, due to scheduling conflicts, Mrs. DeWitt took the project on....
Hartford Women of Today gathered at the Hartford Steakhouse in May to celebrate a strong year of service and friendship. (Photo/Submitted) Submitted by Teresa Zimmer The local chapter of Hartford Women of Today celebrated the founding of the national Women of Today...