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...
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...
Lamer benefit exceeds expectations
Randy Lamer is pictured at the benefit put together on his behalf. Lamer was cycling and was struck from behind by a vehicle on June 26, 2024, leaving him with a brain bleed, broken tailbone, broken L3 and cracked sacrum. The funds raised at the benefit will be used...
Buffalo Ridge Brewing Bingo to benefit After Prom
Marylou Nagel | Writer Buffalo Ridge Brewing Project in Hartford will host its Charity Bingo & Brews on Saturday, February 1, benefiting West Central’s After Prom. The event is held from 3-5 p.m. with doors opening at 2 p.m.The West Central After Prom committee is...
Night of bowling and fellowship set for youth
Sara Stadem | Editor Attention all youth in grades 5th-12th – Come one, come all! Whether you get a strike, pick up a spare, score a double, or even commit a foul, roll a gutter ball, or miss a pin, it doesn’t matter. Just come join RCC for a night of bowling,...
Golden West announces 2025 scholarship program
High school seniors residing in the Golden West Telecommunications service area can now apply for one of 45 $1,000 scholarships available to qualifying students.Now in its 27th year, the Golden West scholarship program awards scholarships to help offset tuition for...
Variety of items make up this week’s Minnehaha County Commission agenda
Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – At their Tuesday, January 21, meeting, Minnehaha County Commissioners covered a variety of agenda items, but this time, none were as controversial as had been on display at more recent meetings.First up was an...
Salon MB opens in Baltic
Mychaela Brobjorg, a Baltic resident, has always dreamed of being her boss and owning her own business. She opened Salon MB in December 2024. Tanning is one service provided at Salon MB which is located at 200 St Olaf Avenue in Baltic. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem |...
Get ready to meat raffle!
Come one, come all, its meat raffle time!The Tri-Valley Archery is hosting their annual meat raffle at a new location – the Crooks Community Center. The event takes place on Friday, January 31. The BINGO and food will start at 5 p.m. with the meat raffle starting at...
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Tips when shopping for insurance
Insurance is a necessity that can provide a financial safety net in the case of accidents, natural disasters, injuries, and other emergencies. Adequate coverage can ensure policy holders’ lives are not turned upside down when an unexpected event like an auto accident...
Top 5 benefits of choosing a local bank over a national chain
When it comes to managing your finances, choosing the right bank can make all the difference. While national chains often boast extensive networks and high-tech features, local banks like Reliabank offer unique advantages that cater specifically to your community and...
Emergency preparedness
Pictured is President Trump & Rep. Dusty Johnson. (Photo/Submitted) Representative Dusty Johnson BIG UpdateOver the weekend, I joined President Trump for dinner to discuss legislative plans for the next year. In just a few days, I’ll be attending his inauguration...
Mystery reader in second grade
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second-grade class were treated to two Mystery Readers on January 9, 2025. Our Mystery Readers were Sydney and Sam Nelson. We enjoyed listening to the book, “The Most Perfect Snowman”, by Chris Britt. We learned that Drift was a very...
Mystery reader in second grade
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second-grade class were treated to a Mystery Reader on January 21, 2025. Our Mystery Reader was Jake Tewalt. We enjoyed listening to the book, North Country Night” by Daniel San Souci. Snow is falling and it’s nighttime in the North...
Mystery reader in second grade
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second-grade class were treated to a Mystery Reader on January 9, 2025. Our Mystery Reader was Cierra Morris. We enjoyed listening to the book, “Manners at School by Carrie Finn. This book is full of ways students should demonstrate...
Education savings accounts will have consequences in rural communities
And so it begins…With the start of January comes the start of a new legislative session for South Dakota lawmakers and constituents alike. While there are certainly some worthy causes that need to be addressed and many others that will be debated, there are some that...
Senator Joy Hohn
Legislative update to the admirable constituents of District 9. Over 150 bills have been introduced with many more in the works. We have been taking note of your concerns and will address some here.House Bill 1020 to establish education savings account will be first...
Representative Tesa Schwans
Greetings to the great people of District 9. Over the next nine weeks, myself Representative Tesa Schwans, Representative and Majority Whip Bethany Soye, and Senator Joy Hohn will be collaborating on a weekly column to keep you updated on what is happening in Pierre....