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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
A coach advises his team on Superbowl Day for Crooks’s Flag Football League. The league has been active for over ten years. (Photos/Submitted) Spectators cheer on their favorite team during the Flag Football Superbowl in Crooks. This year’s roster will feature around...
Sara Stadem | Editor The Tri-Valley School District has decided to try something new this year and will be holding Fall Early Childhood Screenings which will take place on Friday, September 6, 2024.This Fall Early Childhood Screening is in addition to Tri-Valley’s...
Kids can enjoy activities such as face painting, exploring fire trucks, junior firefighter obstacle course, and more during the Public Safety Day. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Community members can learn about accident situations with the Highway Patrol rollover simulator at...
Leslie J Heinemann (Photo/Submitted) Leslie Heinemann, rural Flandreau, is pleased to announce his candidacy from District 25 for the South Dakota House of Representatives in the upcoming general election November 5, 2024. Leslie is a retired dentist who provided...
The William H Crippen Post 62 of Humboldt held their regular monthly meeting on Monday, August 5, 2024. Commander Chuck Dubbe opened the meeting with the salute to the Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes and treasurer’s report was read and approved. The...
The Minnahaha County Sheriff’s Department takes time to teach kids about bike safety and gives out free helmets during their Public Safety Day which will take place on Saturday, August 24, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor Obstacle...
Reliabank helped families say good-bye to summer and hello to the school year by holding their Back to School Bash for Tri-Valley and West Central students on Tuesday, August 6. The event was held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Hartford City Park with free pizza, bounce...
By Connie Lueth, Secretary The William H. Crippen American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 62, Humboldt, SD, held their meeting in the Community Center on Monday evening, August 5, 2024. President Lorena Dubbe opened the meeting with 11 members present. We opened with a prayer...
Marylou Nagel | Writer A new meeting will be coming to Hartford to offer a service to community members. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) will start meeting on Saturday, August 24, at Christ Lutheran Church. The meetings will then take place every Saturday at 2 p.m. at the...
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) recently introduced a bipartisan resolution to permanently address federal overregulation in America. The Regulation Sensibility Through Oversight Restoration (RESTORE) Resolution of 2024 would establish a Joint Select...
South Dakota State University Extension is offering a virtual Mental Health First Aid training for anyone who supports people experiencing stress and other emotional issues.Adults who work with or support adult family members, clients and/or coworkers dealing with...