JanuaryBuilding for their futureThe students, staff, and community members of Tri-Valley watched daily progress being made with the construction of their new Tri-Valley High School, which was near the location of the current high school. Journey Construction began the...
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How to dodge fraudsters when you’re in financial distress
Although fraudsters will prey on anyone, many tactics specifically target those facing financial hardship in the wake of a natural disaster.To help you avoid becoming a victim when you’re most vulnerable, Freddie Mac is providing these tips and insights:Watch Out for...
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...
McCaw’s projects from the heart create smiles for Hartford
A Woodwork of ArtOne of the ducks that woodworker, Jerry McCaw has created. The duck is made using over 80 pieces of wood. (Photo/Submitted) McCaw’s horses and corral are an example of fretwork, which means that he created the picture within the work....
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...
Sharing the Christmas spirit
The Colton GEMS shared the Christmas spirit with residents at the Colton Retirement Living, playing BINGO and singing Christmas Carols. (Photos/Submitted)
12 runners announced for Fourth Annual The 437 Project
Statewide event raises awareness and funds for mental health and suicide challengesSIOUX FALLS, SD - On Thursday, September 25, 2025, 12 runners will depart from the west side of South Dakota to begin The 437 Project for the fourth year in a row. This 437 mile...
2025 licenses currently available for purchase
The 2025 licenses are currently available for purchase! This includes your combination, fishing, small game, furbearer, and other 2025 licenses as well! As a reminder, 2025 park entrance licenses have also been for sale too.New for 2025, the GFP Commission finalized a...
State Historical Society announces Deadwood Fund grant application deadline
The South Dakota State Historical Society announces that applications for the first round of the 2025 Deadwood Fund grant program are due on February 1, 2025, for work beginning no earlier than May 1, 2025.The program is designed to encourage restoration or...
Applications now open for the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship program
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Members of the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation invite students enrolled in any post-secondary institution in South Dakota to apply for their scholarship program. The scholarship application is open now and closes Sunday, March 16, 2025 at...
Food giveaway at Daily Bread moves to Mondays
Sara Stadem | Editor The food giveaway is making a move! The Daily Bread Food Pantry will be heading into 2025 with some changes with its food giveaway moving from Monday nights to every Saturday morning.The Daily Bread Food Pantry, which takes place at Quarry Rock...
SDSU Extension to provide educational sessions during 2025 Dakota Farm Show
BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota State University Extension will provide a day of educational sessions for crop and cattle producers during the 2025 Dakota Farm Show in Vermillion.The annual agricultural trade show is Jan. 7-9, 2025, at the University of South Dakota...
Student News
Morningside University recognizes Fall 2024 Dean’s List honoreesSIOUX CITY, Iowa - Morningside University Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Chris Spicer announced the 475 students named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester of the 2024-25...
Johnson introduces legislation to stop fentanyl trafficking from China
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and the Select Committee on China’s Fentanyl Policy Working Group introduced legislation to combat the deadly fentanyl crisis and hold China accountable for its role in fueling the epidemic. The Working...
Mustang Winter Coloring contest winners
Congratulations Winter Coloring contest winners at Colton Tri-Valley Elementary:JK: Emeree, Oliver, ParkerK: Axton, Amara, Grayson1st: Dakota, Rowyn, Sara, Haislee2nd: (Hillberg) Maddy, Aspyn, Jetson2nd: (Dellman) Hayden, Lisandro, Lane3rd: Merecedes, Rowan, Jordan,...
Happy Holidays from the Mustangs!
As the students and staff head to Christmas break, the Tri-Valley Elementary in Crooks shared a message of Happy Holidays!
Be kind the Mustang Way
During the month of December, the Colton Tri-Valley Elementary Mustang students focused on the importance of showing kindness during the holiday season. Their students helped grow the Grinch’s heart by spreading kindness in their school! Kindness makes your heart...
Social Studies lessons about family & school life in the past & present
Mrs. Spielmann’s 2B class have been comparing things of the past to the present in our Social Studies lesson. We have been learning how many items of the past have changed or have been replaced by items that we use today. We also compared the lives of people living in...
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...
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...