(SIOUX FALLS, SD) – Orthopedic Institute is excited to welcome Anthony P. Fiegen, MD, and Joshua J. Meaike, MD, to their team. Dr. Fiegen’s specialty is in comprehensive sports medicine, and Dr. Meaike will focus on conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and...
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Self-Care Studio coming near you
Shanna Konz (left) and Jami Schultz, residents of Dell Rapids, opened Self-Care Studio in April 2023 in Brookings. They are now opening an outreach clinic in Dell Rapids located at 420 W 4th Street, Suite B. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor It’s easy with the...
Twelve community leaders to run across South Dakota to benefit Helpline Center
The statewide event raises awareness and funds for mental health and suicide challenges SIOUX FALLS, SD - The 12 runners completing this year’s The 437 Project are preparing for their 437 mile relay-style journey across South Dakota for suicide prevention. Their run...
Congressman votes against funding water connection but takes credit
Sioux Falls, SD – South Dakota celebrated a big infrastructure win and great news for Madison this month as the city finalized its connection to the Lewis & Clark Regional Water System.But while SD Congressman and career politician Dusty Johnson posed proudly at...
Happy 60th Anniversary!
LeRoy & Marie Koopman are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on September 5! Let’s shower them with love, memories, and congratulations! Greetings may be sent to PO Box 122, Colton, SD 57018
A matter of honor
By Sens. S. Bordeaux (D) & B.R. Hoffman (R) You’ve probably heard of the Medal of Honor, as it is a famously revered military decoration. Earned for “conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at risk of life above and beyond the call of duty,” it is our nation’s...
Special reading guest
The Tri-Valley Mustangs in Jr. Kindergarten had a special visitor the other day when SRO (School Resource Officer) Johannsen stopped for a visit. Deputy Johannsen spent time reading the story Officer Buckle and Gloria. (Photo/Submitted)
Solving the Mystery of River Formation in 2B- Mrs. Spielmann’s Class
When rain hits a tilted surface, like the side of a mountain or a hill, it tends to flow toward existing depressions. The flow of water erodes the rock or soil, widening and deepening the depressions. As individual river grows from incision, then they capture smaller...
Flat Stanley adventures in 2B
Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class recently read the book, Flat Stanley, by Jeff Brown. In the story, Stanley is flattened by a bulletin board. Luckily, he isn’t hurt, just flattened. Later in the story, Flat Stanley wanted to visit some friends in California, so his...
Mystery science lesson in second grade
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class worked on a Mystery Science project. Their job was to create a house with a roof that could withstand high winds. The students also made a wind maker to check their results. The students explored the effects of...
What if we had animal teeth, hair, ears, eyes, tails, noses, or feet?
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class enjoyed listening to stories about “What If We Had Animal Teeth, Hair, Ears, Eyes, Tails, Noses, or Feet?” By Sandra Markle. These stories are very entertaining and informative. One page is fiction and the opposite...
Ready set, Learn
Mustang Bexley Hollaren gears up for her first day of Jr. Kindergarten at Tri-Valley for the 2024-25 school year. (Photo/Submitted) Mustang students head to the bus after their first week of school. The Tri-Valley School District had their first day of school for...
A look into the West Central Education Foundation
The WCEF was started in 2008 and is a group of volunteers that helps the West Central School District in reaching their goals. (Photo/Submitted) The WCEF is currently running the 49-7 Club Campaign “Lights, Cameras, Action.” Scan the barcode for those that would still...
County commission deals with three public nuisance issues at this week’s meeting
This is just one of many photographs showing inoperable, unlicensed vehicles and other debris on the property at 45437 477th Ave, near Baltic. On Tuesday, August 20, because the property owners were present and willing to work with Planning and Zoning on the issue,...
Central Valley Struttin’ Gobblers to host annual NWTF Banquet
Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern The Central Valley Struttin’ Gobblers are gearing up to host their 19th National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Hunting Heritage Banquet. The Banquet, which will be held on September 7 at 120 Main Events in Hartford, has been around since...
Undeniably Dairy and SDSU Miller Wellness Center to host Dairy Dash and Moo Mile
Event to celebrate the local dairy industry and give back to South Dakota State University students in need BROOKINGS, S.D. – Saturday, September 7, 2024, Undeniably Dairy will partner with the Miller Wellness Center to host the Dairy Dash on South Dakota State...
Traffic safety alert: Back-to-School creates driving dangers
Curb back-to-school tragedies with AAA South Dakota’s seven life-saving tipsSIOUX FALLS, SD – As summer draws to a close, the next couple of weeks are when most students return to schools across the Mount Rushmore State. AAA South Dakota warns drivers to be especially...
National Dog Day in Hartford
Celebrate National Dog Day in Hartford on Sunday, August 25, which is being put on by Dairy Queen.Bring your canine companions down for:– Matching funds on all pup cup purchases sponsored by Buss CPA!– Enter our photo contest with our photo booth - best photo by...
Father, coach, mentor throws first pitch
Lenny Ellens was able to throw out the first pitch to his grandson, Jaiden, during the 2024 South Dakota State B Amateur Baseball Tournament. (Photo/Submitted) Lenny Ellens threw out the first pitch of the Humboldt/Hartford Wood Ducks game during the 2024 South Dakota...
Hartford to host career fair
Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern This September 5 will see the Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce (HACC) and South Dakota’s Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR) partner to host a local career fair in downtown Hartford.According to HACC Director Wynne Hindt, the DLR has...