A SUCCESSFUL SEASON! The Lady Mustang softball team completed their season with a second-place finish at the South Dakota Class A State Softball Tournament, as well as Coach Sami Van Asselt receiving the South Dakota Softball Coaches Association Class A Coach of the...
Sara Stadem | Editor The West Central School District has hired Coach David Hollenbeck to lead the Trojan boys basketball team in the upcoming 2025-2026 season. The West Central School Board approved the hiring at the June 9 meeting. Hollenbeck won’t teach, just...
At the June 17 Minnehaha County Commission meeting, Alicia Luther was appointed Register of Deeds to fill the rest of the term that will be left vacant by Amanda Halsey. While Luther starts training now, she will officially take her new position on July 12....
Submitted by Tom Mitchell | Americanism Officer, Post 118 American Legions, Hartford Post 118 and Humboldt Post 62, presented The American Legion School Awards to four West Central students at graduation. The students, Sophia Prostrollo, Evan Jaton, Emma Mallinger and...
TEACHING STUDENTS ON SAFETY The Hartford Area Fire & Rescue department members spoke with students in the West Central Drivers Ed program to present Choices, Chances and Decisions and Stop the Bleed. (Photo/Submitted) MORE LEARNING IN DRIVER’S ED The Hartford Area...
Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern This coming weekend, Hartford’s Central Valley Community Church will be hosting their summer Vacation Bible School (VBS): Wonder Junction. A longtime annual program of the church, “‘Vacation Bible School’ is the traditional name given to...
THE VIEW FROM THE TRAIN The Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce explained The LG Everist Train Rides are a fan favorite of Quarry Days and will be back again on Sunday, June 29. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The countdown to Quarry Days in Dell Rapids is on and...
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota – The Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation recently awarded more than $500,000 in scholarships to area students pursuing post-secondary education.These scholarships are funded by donors and awarded annually to students continuing their...
West Central Middle School 8th grade students representing the school’s PBIS values included: Be Safe - Jacob Phillips; Be Respectful - Oscar Anderson; Be Responsible - Addison Jaspers; Walker Haines earned the Most Trojan Tributes. Congratulations, students!...
The William H. Crippen American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 62, of Humboldt, SD, held their meeting Monday, June 2, 2025, in the Community Center. President Lorena Dubbe called the meeting to order with 8 members present. The opening prayer was given by Donna Beck. We...
Submitted by Fred Lee The Humboldt American Legion opened their June meeting at 7 pm with five members present. Commander Chuck Dubbe led the members with the salute to the Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes were read and approved. The treasurer was...
Roger & Linda Person will be celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary on June 28. Their children & grandchildren have requested a card shower. Cards/greetings may be sent to 46618 Benton St., Hartford, SD 57033.
Kristi Ann Reierson-McWayne 65 Dell Rapids, SD February 18, 2025 Kristi Ann Reierson-McWayne passed away February 18, 2025, at St. Mary’s (Mayo) Hospital, Rochester, MN. Graveside service began at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2025, at St. Jacob’s Lutheran Cemetery,...
Gov. Larry Rhoden There’s a beat-up old book sitting on my desk at the State Capitol. It’s full of pictures that were taken by my dad. Long after he passed, we found an old camera hidden amongst his old possessions. We got the film developed, and lo and behold – the...
I hope your Summer has been off to a great start.This weekly informational column consists of the topic on SD Education and regarding my recent meeting of the South Dakota Teacher Compensation Review Board, which was held in Pierre on Monday June 16th.The Review Board...
Rep. Dusty Johnson BIG UpdateFor too long, the United States has resisted creating a regulatory framework for digital assets. That’s not a strategy – it’s a surrender. My bill, the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act would establish clear rules of the road for...
Sen. John Thune Since taking office in January, President Trump has swiftly changed the status quo at the southern border. Border towns that were overwhelmed with illegal immigrants during the Biden era are now quiet as illegal crossings have dropped significantly....
Decorating Your Home When decorating on a budget, you’ve got to get extra creative! Sure, having unlimited funds means you can buy anything, but remember, great style doesn’t come with a price tag. Having money doesn’t equal having good taste.It’s amazing how a little...
Sara Stadem | Editor June is National Homeownership Month—a time to celebrate and support the dream of owning a home. It also serves as an opportunity to recognize the organizations that help individuals and families turn that dream into reality.Jill R. Salter,...
We asked Dave Larson with Dave & Co. Real Estate Team some questions about homeownership for National Homeownership Month.Q. What are some of the benefits of buying a home versus renting?A. Owning a home is about building wealth instead of just paying someone...