For the second year in a row, the Hartford-Humboldt Gamecocks are headed to Cadwell Park in Mitchell for the 2023 South Dakota Class B Amateur Baseball State Tournament. The Gamecocks have made it to state four out of the last six years. The Gamecocks defeated the...
Caitlin Olson, Hartford resident, was crowned the USA Ambassador Ms. 2023 this past weekend in Orlando, Florida. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor This past weekend in Orlando, Florida, Hartford resident Caitlin Olson was crowned as the new USA Ambassador Ms....
Sara Stadem | Editor The Colton Fire and Rescue recently received a “new to us” Engine that will replace their 1986 Ford F350 Mini Pumper.Jerrit Pedersen, 1st Assistant Fire Chief, explained that there are several different types of fire trucks. A Water Tender is a...
Colton Fire and Rescue Sara Stadem | Editor Jason Lonning joined the Colton Fire and Rescue in June of 2017. He was inspired to join by relatives that had served along with wanting to help others and to be a role model for his children.While being part of the Colton...
Sara Stadem | Editor Another year has come with another Old-Fashioned Humboldt Threshing Show around the corner. The 33rd annual Humboldt Threshing Show (HTS) will be featuring Massey-Harris & Ford tractors.The event kicks off with the Tractor Drive, which is a...
Sara Stadem | Editor Stretching, whether every day or before and after physical activity, provides many benefits to the human body. Stretching helps to keep muscles flexible along with being able maintain full range of motion in joints. In addition, it helps keep...
Anthony, Desiree, and Paul Osborne opened up The Meeting Nook at 412 E. 4th Street in Dell Rapids. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor The lights are hung, the paint has dried, and the tea is ready! The Meeting Nook is open for business. After many months of...
Mr. Eric Knight joined the West Central School District as of July 1. Prior to West Central, Mr. Knight was at the Chester School District and the Centerville School District. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The West Central School District will start off their...
Sara Stadem | Editor It’s that time of year again – fuel up your lawn mowers, polish your tractors, or dust off your golf carts… it’s the Humboldt Lawn Mower Poker Run time!The 23rd Annual Humboldt Lawn Mower Poker Run (HLMPR) is set for Saturday, August 5, with this...
There were nine West Central current and former students that were chosen as Ambassadors of Music for South Dakota. They traveled to Europe for 15 days, performing five concerts in five countries. Pictured in the front row (left to right) is Abby Lee, Megan Johnson,...
Goodroad entertained the crowd at the Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce Block Party on Wednesday, July 19. (Photo/Submitted) Marylou Nagel | Writer The Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce held its third annual Block Party Wednesday, July 19.Downtown Hartford hosted an...
Lane Egger started out as a Junior Firefighter with the Colton Fire and Rescue in June of 2016. Egger become a fulltime member in March of 2019 and is currently certified in wildland, a certified Firefighter 1 & 2, along with an EMT. (Photo/Submitted) Colton Fire...
Self-Care Studio opened their doors on April 18. Pictured (left to right) are owners Jami Schultz, Jill Melby, and Shanna Konz. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor While taking the time to care for oneself is important, not everyone does it. Being busy with a...
Sara Stadem | Editor Critters Bar & Critters Dive Bar Pizza in Crooks will be hosting the Troy Farmer Memorial Scholarship Poker Run on Saturday, July 29.The poker run registration begins at 11 a.m. at Critters and the ride will be led by the Bellator Titans MC.As...
Sara Stadem | Editor As you prepare to send your student(s) back to school this August, make sure everything is done and the check list is completed.Back to school check list:• Has your child(ren) had their physical?• Has your athlete(s) had their sports physical?•...
Sara Stadem | Editor As July comes to a close, August begins with students, families, and school faculty gearing up for the start of the 2023-2024 school year. From physicals to oil changes, there are several ways for parents and students to become prepared before the...
Colton resident Jerrit Pedersen is pictured with his wife, Jamie, and two of their children; Jackson and Clarie. Pedersen was awarded the Relibank’s Hometown Hero for his dedication to the community of Colton. (Photo/Submitted) Reliabank recognizes Pedersen with award...
The Tri-Valley Elementary in Crooks will be completed for the start of the 2023-2024 school year. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor The students and staff of the Tri-Valley School District will start off their 2023-2024 school year with some changes to their...
The community of Harford is continuing to grow. With that growth comes a new apartment complex along with townhomes and several active housing developments. (Photo/Abby Mitchell) Sara Stadem | Editor The City of Harford continues to work on developments and additions...
Tyrel Ellsworth joined the Colton Fire and Rescue in June of 2015. He is a certified Firefighter 1 & 2 along with a certified EMT. (Photo/Submitted) Colton Fire and Rescue Sara Stadem | Editor Tyrel Ellsworth was inspired by his family to volunteer with the Colton...