Schmidt revealed that she faced skin issues in high school, which sparked her passion for educating others on how to care for their skin. (Photo/Submitted) Schmidt revealed that she faced skin issues in high school, which sparked her passion for educating others on...
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Kick off fall sports the Trojan way
Marylou Nagel | WriterA new, fun-filled two-day event will take place in August to usher in the new school year and to celebrate West Central Trojan student-athletes. The first-ever West Central Trojan Fall Kickoff will take place Friday, August 22, and Saturday,...
$1.5 million county opt-out voted for, while FY26 budget moves toward provisional status
Dave Baumeister | County CorrespondentSIOUX FALLS – At the Tuesday, July 15, meeting, Minnehaha County Commissioners gave the green light to a $132.7 million FY2026 budget.And while a $1.5 million property tax opt-out passed on a 5-0 vote, that will not figure into...
Another farmers market is around the corner
Missed the last Downtown Hartford Farmers Market? Don’t fret! There are a few more dates to attend. The next Farmers Market is set for Thursday, July 31, from 5-8 p.m.You will be able to shop with over 50 vendors from baked goods to freeze-dried treats, to homegrown...
Lights, Camera… No Seats! Theatre packed beyond capacity
CHECK OUT THE SPECIALS!On Wednesday, July 9, the first 50 kids received a free kids’ size popcorn and pop at Wednesday’s free summertime matinee movie, Tom & Jerry, thanks to the sponsorship of Penning Repair. Be sure to watch for specials like this by following...
West Central FCCLA attends Nationals
NATIONAL FCCLA CONFERENCE15 West Central students attended the National FCCLA Conference held in Orlando. (Photo/Submitted) Submitted By Dr. Jennifer PoulosThe West Central FCCLA chapter developed its leadership skills at the national conference held in Orlando. From...
The Chamber’s annual block party is set
FUN FOR ALL The Hartford Area Downtown Block Party has something for everyone, with Chamber businesses sponsoring events and activities from children’s train rides to live music. The HACC Block Party is in Downtown Hartford on Wednesday, July 16, from 5-8 p.m. For...
Small town, big weekend: Colton prepares for community days
IT’S PARADE TIME! The parade is one event that community members, families and friends can check out during Colton Country Days. The parade is at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 19. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor The countdown to the 2025 Colton Country Days has...
And the Crown Goes To….
The 2025 Jamboree Days kicked off on Thursday, June 19, with the Little Miss Hartford Pageant. Berkley K. was crowned the 2025 Little Miss Hartford and 1st runner up was Joelle Z. Berkley is the daughter of Jeremy and Lexy and Joelle is the daughter of Ben and...
Central Valley Struttin’ Gobbler events: past & future
BB GUN WINNERS During Jamboree Days, CVSG had two booths that presented an opportunity for children aged 17 or younger to become chapter members and register to win one of two BB Guns. CVSG BB Gun Winners are Briella Cobarrubio and Addison Waldman. (Photos/Submitted)...
SDSU senior advocates for music education at national leadership summit
BROOKINGS, S.D. -- South Dakota State University senior Emily Hofer recently represented South Dakota at the National Association for Music Education’s Collegiate Leadership Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., where she joined peers from across the country to promote...
Big J’s is Kansas barbecue champion
BEST BARBECUE Big J’s Roadhouse in Humboldt won the “Best Barbecue” award at the Prairie Band Potawatomi Pow Wow held in Mayetta, Kansas, June 6-8. (Photo/Submitted) Marylou Nagel | Writer Big J’s Roadhouse has been awarded “Best Barbecue” at the Prairie Band...
2025 Jamboree Days – summer fun in Hartford
BURNOUT CONTEST Following the Car Show awards on Friday night of Jamboree Days was the John Zimmer Memorial Burnout Contest. (Photo/Jamboree Committee Member) CHROME, CURVES, AND CRAFTSMANSHIP ON FULL DISPLAY There were 126 registered entries for the Jamboree Days Car...
Humboldt Threshers Hold Monthly Meeting
Submitted by Paula Jarding The monthly meeting of the Humboldt Threshers was called to order by Chairman, Keith Vockrodt. Both the secretary’s report and the treasurer’s report were read and approved.This year will be the 35th annual threshing show and to commemorate...
Where every day feels like a party
RIBBON CUTTING CELEBRATION The Party Place had its ribbon cutting with the Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, May 31. (Photo/Submitted) The Party Place opens in Dell Rapids Sara Stadem | Editor “It was a rush since I opened so quickly and I’m exhausted, but...
Update on the prison building and system reform
District 9 Column On July 7th, the Encompassing Youth Reform Conference was held in Sioux Falls. This event was hosted by Representatives Schwans, Soye, Baxter, Novstrup and Senator Hohn. There were 33 House and Senate Representatives in attendance, as well as 7...
I-90 Speedway Results for July 5
Corbin Erickson claims first victory at I-90 speedway in his 2025 season. (Photo/Dirt Shotz) 25 entries - IMCA RaceSaver Sprint CarsSpielman Excavating A Feature (20 Laps): 1. 18-Corbin Erickson[2]; 2. 17-Lee Goos Jr[12]; 3. 98-Nate Barger[17]; 4. 17D-Dillon...
Blazing bravery: A tribute to wildland firefighters
WORKING TOGETHER When a crew takes on an assignment for a wildland fire, there needs to be three firefighters. The crew consists of one Engine Boss and two firefighters. The firefighters have had to take extra classes to become certified as wildland firefighters FF2,...
One Ace to rule them all
SUPPORTING THE SHARPSHOOTERS Stop out at the Main Street Humboldt Bar each Sunday for the Chase the Ace fundraiser, which benefits the Humboldt Sharpshooters. Tickets are purchased from 4-5 p.m. and the drawing takes place shortly after 5. (Photo/Submitted) RAISING...
Engineered to serve
HAFR RECEIVES A NEW ENGINE The Hartford Area Fire and Rescue received a new Engine in June, which will help them provide better services to the community and surrounding areas. The Engine was custom-built by Heiman Fire Equipment. (Photo/Submitted) PREPARING FOR...