Mustang Hillary Hastings (left) and Trojan Tessa VanOverbeke are pictured at the 2023 South Dakota Class A State Track Meet. The two athletes show sportsmanship, encouragement, and compassion after competing against each other in the high jump. The SDHSAA has...
The Colton Engine 6-1, along with Engine Boss Gerrit Pedersen (Colton Fire), Engine Boss Prentice Bast (Highmore Fire), and FF1 trained Josh Mann (Brookings Fire) headed to Texas for a two-week severity assessment assignment. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The...
Ms. Miranda Henglefelt, 6th grade ELA and Social Studies teacher at West Central Middle School, received a $500 C.L.A.S.S. (Cooperative Learning and Supplies Scholarship) Grant for her classroom from Sioux Valley Energy. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor As...
Marylou Nagel | Writer Gillespie Outdoor Power Equipment will be closing its doors for good after 15 years of service in Hartford.Owners Justin and Missy Gillespie explained on the company’s Facebook page, “As a result of the present businessclimate, mom and pop...
Dr. Roni Radigan is an inpatient psychiatrist at Avera Behavioral Health and has joined the team for the first time. (Photo/Submitted) The 437 Project runs for suicide awareness Sara Stadem | Editor Many of us either have been or know someone that has been affected by...
The first Tri-Valley Color Run 5K was held on Saturday, September 9, with a total of 12 colored stations throughout the route. (Photos/Abby Mitchell) Sara Stadem | Editor The colors were bright and the participants were ready – the first Tri-Valley Color Run 5K was a...
The 2023 Tri-Valley Homecoming King and Queen were chosen! King Logan Ellison and Queen Brianna Bunde. (Photos/ Brooklyn Larson, Emily Wenzel, and Ava Christensen/TVHS Yearbook)
Jaime Franken and her husband, Marty, have two children; Aurora (6) and Fletcher (3). Franken was diagnosed with breast cancer on June 6, 2023. She also received the diagnosis of Sarcoma (soft Tissue cancer) after further testing. A benefit will be held at the Main...
The GreatLIFE Cup tournament has been played for the past eight years with Central Valley coming home as champions for five out of the eight years. (Photo/Submitted) Central Valley wins 2023 GreatLIFE Cup Sara Stadem | Editor And the 2023 GreatLIFE Cup Championship...
Sara Stadem | Editor Over the years, human trafficking is a topic that is being discussed more and more. One that might be a tough topic of conversation raising questions as to what it is, how it happens, and how one can help. One group in Dell Rapids has taken on...
Colton Fire and Rescue Sara Stadem | Editor Jerry Hoek joined the Colton Fire and Rescue in May 1980. When asked what inspired him to join, Hoek explained it was watching the trucks go out and knowing he could also help the community.Since joining the station, Hoek...
-Always remember, never forget Donna Rumbaugh | Managing Editor of The New Era September 12, 2001. The day our nation woke to the reality of what happened on Tuesday, September 11. It was the day that the citizens of our prestigious country put aside our differences...
Tri-Valley Marching bandThe Marching Mustangs will hit the streets for their first performance of the 2023 season on Friday, September 22, in Parker at the Parker Pheasant Marching Festival. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor Students are busy learning, the staff...
West Central Marching TrojansThe Marching Trojans will be marching into their season on Saturday, September 16, in Worthington, MN, at the King Turkey Day Parade. Pictured in row one (left to right) are Drum Majors Anthony Bjergaard, Allison Brost, and Andie Ingalls....
The 2023 Tri-Valley Homecoming is upon us and the homecoming royalty candidates have been selected! Congratulations to the Tri-Valley Homecoming Royalty Candidates selected by the senior Class of 2024. Pictured front row (left to right) is Hillary Hastings, Brianna...
The Hartford Smoke Shop held its soft opening on August 21. Located in the same building as Unity Road, the shop offers a range of products that do not require a medical license. The store will celebrate its official grand opening on September 27. (Photo/Submitted)...
Mrs. Fluth, the Tri-Valley High School Business and Computer teacher, received the 2022-2023 “Teacher Educator of the Year” Award at the SDACT Banquet which she received at the SDACTE Banquet. The banquet was held in Madison at Dakota State University campus....
The Avera Careflight was at the Public Safety Day in Hartford. Those in attendance were able to see the first responders in action and take off when they unexpectedly had to leave due to a medical call. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor The parking lot of the...
Sara Stadem | Editor As homecoming kicks off for Tri-Valley with coronation on Tuesday night, there are other events and activities taking place throughout the week. One event that takes place for the younger Mustangs will be the Little Mustang Night which is a...
(Photo/Porter Jensen) Sara Stadem | Editor Area towns will be looking for the assistance of their community members to find and detect lead pipes in the area due to a nationwide initiative to remove all lead pipes from drinking water safety. This initiative was...