The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second-grade class were treated to a Mystery Reader on November 15, 2024. Our Mystery Reader was Brittany Zwak. We enjoyed listening to the book, “Cradles in the Trees-The Story of Bird Nests”, by Patricia Brennan Demuth. This book is...
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second-grade class listened to the story of the first Thanksgiving and then had their own feast in the classroom. First, they made their own outfits and then joined everyone at the tables for a festive meal. I wanted to teach my...
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class were treated to a Mystery Reader on November 13, 2024. Our Mystery Reader was Laura Beauchamp. We enjoyed listening to the book, “Amos and Boris,” by William Steig. Amos, the mouse and Boris, the whale are friends...
Table full of bills, hands of a woman, who checks and calculates everything. Christmas shopping concept, focus on gift box The holiday season may be warm, merry and bright, but it’s also a time when it’s all too easy to spend more than you plan to and rack up debt you...
Sara Stadem | Editor What does Thanksgiving mean to you?We learned at a young age in school to relate Thanksgiving with a feast between Pilgrims and Native Americans, making pilgrim hats and decorating paper turkeys. Over time, the meaning of the holiday can vary for...
The South Dakota Department of Education’s division of Child and Adult Nutrition Services is seeking sponsors for a federally funded program that provides nutritious meals and snacks to children in low-income areas during the summer months.Many South Dakota children...
Pictured is the Hair Garden’s Kim Siemonsma with client Colleen Graff on the opening day of the new salon on Tuesday, November 5. (Photo/Submitted) The location offers clients a large and comfortable waiting area. (Photo/Submitted) The Hair Garden in Humboldt opened...
Hartford Hometown Christmas coming to town Sara Stadem | Editor The 13th Annual Hartford Hometown Christmas is around the corner and community members are in for a special treat: celebrating two holidays in one weekend! This year, Harford Hometown Christmas falls on...
Jessica Wells Jacob Maras Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – Assistant Highway Superintendent Jacob Maras was appointed Interim Highway Superintendent at the Tuesday, Nov. 19, Minnehaha County Commission meeting.He will be replacing Steve Groen,...
Marylou Nagel | Writer West Central After Prom is well on its way to raising funds to ensure students have a safe and fun After Prom experience. The group is currently offering yard stakes and Christmas ornaments.These hand-crafted yard stakes are custom rusted and...
In exchange for a donation for Caring Rose Week, customers were able to pick out a dozen roses in their color of choice. (Photos/Submitted) Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern Hartford’s Doc Nik’s participated in “Caring Rose Week” last week, a nationwide charity campaign...
The William H Crippen Post 62 of Humboldt held their regular monthly meeting on Monday, November 4, 2024. Commander Chuck Dubbe opened the meeting with the salute to the Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes were read and approved. There was no treasurer’s...
South Dakota big game hunters are reminded that during the hunting seasons, placing bait for the purpose of attracting big game animals is illegal.It is not uncommon to see sporting goods stores offer feed, supplements, and other baiting attractants that are targeted...
Event held on International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day on Nov. 23 Sioux Falls, SD – To commemorate International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day on Saturday, November 23, the Helpline Center is hosting a butterfly release on that day for families who’ve lost loved...
Sara Stadem | Editor While the holidays are meant to be a time of joy and celebration, for some, it’s a time of sadness and sorrow. For those who have lost a loved one, the idea of getting into the “holiday spirit” might be too much. The holidays can be challenging...
The South Dakota Soil Health Coalition is excited to announce student essay and contests for the 2025 Soil Health Conference, January 15-16 in Watertown, SD.The essay contest is open to South Dakota middle school, high school, and post-secondary students. Cash prizes...
Senator John Thune It’s a new day in America. On November 5, the American people spoke with a clear voice and returned President Trump to the White House and sent Republican majorities to the House and Senate, giving Republicans a clear mandate to restore America and...
Representative Dusty Johnson BIG UpdateAfter Hurricanes Helene and Milton, it was reported that a Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) employee who was tasked with leading recovery efforts in Florida directed FEMA workers to avoid homes with Trump campaign signs. This...
Governor Kristi Noem I love South Dakota. I love our natural beauty – from the rolling plains to the incredible Black Hills, from the Mighty Missouri to the peaceful prairie lakes. I love our people – they’re the hardest working around with common sense American...
Senator Mike Rounds Welcome back to another edition of the Weekly Round[s] Up. It’s been a while! The Senate has been out of session for the past six weeks, which means I was able to work from South Dakota. While my home is in Fort Pierre, I was able to make trips...