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Securing our homeland

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...

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Weekly Round[s] Up

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...

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Mystery reader in second grade

The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class were treated to a Mystery Reader on November 11, 2024. Our Mystery Reader was Serena Voller. We enjoyed listening to the book, “Owen and Mzee, The True Story of a Remarkable Friendship” by Isabella Hatkoff, Craig...

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Mystery reader in second grade

The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class were treated to a Mystery Reader on November 6, 2024. Our Mystery Reader was Becky Jaspers. We enjoyed listening to the book, “Maple and Willow Together,” by Lori Nichols. Rain and shine, summer and winter, morning...

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2nd graders write letters to Veteran’s

The second graders in Mrs. Spielmann’s Class wrote letters to the Veterans at the VA Hospital in Sioux Falls. On this Veteran’s Day, we wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for their service, and sacrifice in the face of challenging circumstances....

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Mystery reader in second grade

The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class were treated to a Mystery Reader on November 8, 2024. Our Mystery Reader was Karissa Zimmer. We enjoyed listening to the book, “A Bad Case of Stripes,” by David Shannon. The story begins when Camilla, who loves lima...

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West Central Middle School announces eighth grade awards

September Student of the Month September Student of the Month Student of the Month Nominees Student of the Month Nominees September GRIT Winners Sara Stadem | Editor West Central middle school teachers, grades 6-8, get to select students they see showing outstanding...

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Activities association seeks consistency in officiating

By Dana Hess | For the S.D. NewsMedia Association The South Dakota High School Activities Association tries to ensure that the rules of sporting events are interpreted with consistency across the state. That is sometimes easier said than done.At its meeting on...

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Saluting our heroes:Honoring those who serve

Flags were raised for the first time at the Crooks Veterans Park on Saturday, November 9, during the ceremony honoring Veterans. (Photo/Submitted) The Crooks Veterans Park celebrated on Saturday, November 9. Not only were the Flags finally raised over the park, but...

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Colton Poker Run to benefit Tractor Pull

Colton community looks forward to annual benefit Marylou Nagel | Writer Winter might be the season approaching, but the community of Colton is busy planning for summer!This Saturday, November 16, Colton Community Connected, TJz Colton Bar & Restaurant, and the...

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First South Dakota licensed cannabis dispensary set to close

Unity Rd. was the first licensed cannabis dispensary in the state of South Dakota, breaking ground in February 2022. On Thursday, November 7, Unity Rd. shared on social media that they would be closing its doors, along with The Hartford Connection, on December 7....

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Humboldt American Legion honors Veterans

The Humboldt American Legion had a potluck supper on Veterans Day to honor the veterans of the Post. The Auxiliary honored us with a cake after the meal. Pictured (left to right) are Rodney Kramer, Dennis Erickson, Fred Lee, Charlie Beck, and Chuck Dubbe who held the...

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Legion conducts Veterans Day Program

Sunday evening the Hartford Legion and Auxiliary held a pot-luck dinner and program to observe Veterans Day.The colors were presented by color-guard members of Post 118 followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and presentation of our National Anthem.Our guest speaker was...

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Pancakes & fellowship at St. Paul Lutheran Church

Sara Stadem | Editor Don’t feel like cooking breakfast this weekend? You are in luck! Humboldt St. Paul Lutheran Church will hold its Pancake Feed on Saturday, November 16.Lacey Healy, a council member of Humboldt St. Paul Lutheran Church (HSPLC) explained they are...

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Playing BINGO to help others

The West Central Booster Club received the proceeds from last month’s charity BINGO which was hosted by Buffalo Ridge Brewing. (Photo/Submitted) Buffalo Ridge Brewing has been busy with its monthly charity BINGO. The West Central Booster Club received proceeds from...

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