Features

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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Continuing the healing journey

On the Road to Recovery The Legion Family of Ruste-Waul 154 Montrose, along with the community of Colton, is hosting a fundraiser for the Lamer family. The benefit will help with the purchasing of equipment that Randy can use at home and for continued care. The...

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Crooks continues growth in 2025

With the help of volunteers and the Crooks Fire Department, the community of Crooks now has an ice rink by Sunset Park. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The Crooks community is making steady progress as it enters the new year, with 2025 bringing a new business,...

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Hartford Dairy Queen becomes certified training location

The Hartford Dairy Queen has become a certified training location, which is one of five in the nation. The Hartford location will now be able to train new DQ managers and owners on how to successfully run their own branches. (Photo/Submitted) Abby Mitchell | Staff...

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Consignment shop to open in Humboldt

Blessings From Above 4 All will be offering a wide variety of items. (Photo/Submitted) Blessings From Above 4 All will hold its Grand Opening on Saturday, January 4. (Photo/Submitted) Blessings From Above 4 All offers a selection of handmade quilts. (Photo/Submitted)...

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South Bar to hold benefit for Taylor Plooster

Taylor Plooster was recently diagnosed with thyroid cancer. The South Bar will be hosting an adult BINGO fundraiser for her and her family on January 25. (Photo/Submitted) Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern In just under a month, on Saturday January 25th, Hartford’s South...

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RV & Boat Storageto open Hartford location

With locations in Harrisburg and Yankton, Hartford is set to become the home of RV & Boat Storage’s third location. The company offers a wide range of unit sizes for any storage needs. The new location will be built near the Coffee Cup Fuel Stop at 1135 Ruud...

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Breakfast fundraiser brings comradery and support

Ryan Kortemeyer is pictured holding the bag of money that was raised from the fundraiser, which was presented to him by CFFL board members. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The Crooks Flag Football League hosted a breakfast fundraiser for one of their own, Coach...

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Spreading holiday joy

The Tri-Valley Mustang students in Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten may have had their school music concert on Monday, December 16. However, the Mustangs weren’t done entertaining yet! The students took their Christmas Music concert to the Colton Retirement Living...

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Humboldt Sharpshooters prepare for season

The Humboldt Sharpshooters BBGun season starts in January and runs through April. Throughout the season, members can qualify to compete at the Daisy Nationals. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor As some are getting ready for the Christmas and New Year holiday...

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