Hartford, SD – The West Central High School FFA and Community Blood Bank will come together to host a community blood drive on Thursday, November 21 between 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at West Central High School (705 E. 2nd St., Hartford, SD)....
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Humboldt American Legion Auxiliary held November meeting
Submitted by Connie Lueth, Secretary The Willliam H. Crippen American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 62, Humboldt, SD held theirNovember 4th 2024, meeting at the Humboldt Community Center. President Lorena Dubbe opened the meeting with 7 members present. After our regular...
90th birthday
The family of Darlene Hoffman of Colton is requesting a card shower in honor of her 90th birthday on November 26. Send birthday wishes to PO Box 56, Colton, SD 57018.
SD Democratic Party Statement on the Results of the 2024 Election
South Dakota Democratic Party Chair Shane Merrill and Vice Chair Jessica Meyers issued the following statements after the results of the 2024 Election:“While both the Presidential and local races were not the outcomes the South Dakota Democratic Party was hoping for,...
New Democratic Caucus Leadership
Representative Erin Healy Senator Liz Larson The South Dakota Democratic Party applauds the newly elected caucus leaders for the upcoming legislative session, including two legislators who made history.On the Senate side, Sen. Liz Larson (District 10 - Sioux Falls)...
Under Biden-Harris administration, Veteran homelessness drops to lowest on record
Today, the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH), U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that veteran homelessness has dropped to its lowest level on record since the annual...
West Central Middle School announces seventh grade awards
September Students of the Month September Students of the Month Nominees September Students 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 character...
Veteran’s Day in 2B
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade classroom were treated to a visit from Veterans from the Hartford American Legion. Rick Edberg, Stan Beckstrom, Mike Wajer, and Tom Mitchell did a presentation for all of our second graders on flag etiquette and the...
Junior Achievement lessons in second grade – 2024
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second-grade class are pictured with Cassie Kennedy, our Junior Achievement volunteer from Experity in Sioux Falls. Cassie taught the students all about Junior Achievement. Junior Achievement is committed to developing and implementing...
November Students of the Month in 2B
The November Students of the Month in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class were: Joelle Zimmer, daughter of Karissa and Ben Zimmer, Adam Asfaha, son of Ulyana Shumelyuk and Mosazgi Asfaha; and Harper Ball, daughter of Lindsey and Jesse Ball. We are so proud of all of...
Mystery reader in second grade
The students in Mrs. Spielmann’s second grade class were treated to a Mystery Reader on November 4, 2024. Our Mystery Reader was Randi Haines. We enjoyed listening to the book, “Saving Samantha,” by Robbyn Smith van Frankenbuyzen. The story begins when they find a fox...
Appreciating those who serve
The Tri-Valley School District had its annual Veterans Day Program on Monday, November 11. In honor of Veterans Day, South Dakota public schools proudly recognize and support the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. Their sacrifices and dedication...
Chasing Glory: The road to the Championship game
3rd and 4th Grade Football Team 5th and 6th Grade Football Team Sara Stadem | Editor The 3rd/4th grade Team 101 Baltic/Tri-Valley football competed in the SD Junior Football League out of Sioux Falls. On Saturday, October 26, the Baltic/Tri-Valley team traveled to...
Anderson joins Hair Garden
Ellie Anderson has joined the Hair Garden in Humboldt. (Photo/Submitted) Marylou Nagel | Writer The Hair Garden in Humboldt is happy to announce Ellie Anderson is joining the salon as a new stylist. Anderson will work alongside fellow stylists Kim Siemonsma, Anna...
Doc Nik’s Flowers & Gifts to participate in Caring Rose Week
Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern Next week, Hartford’s Doc Nik’s Flowers & Gifts will participate in the nationwide “Caring Rose Week.” Caring Rose Week, which will run from November 11-16, is the brainchild of Harry Wheldon, general manager of North American...
Farmer’s Market celebrates Fall in Humboldt
Brenda Sosa was one of the vendors at the Humboldt’s Got Heart Farmer’s Market on Saturday, October 19. (Photo/Submitted) Marylou Nagel | Writer Humboldt’s Got Heart held a fall Farmer’s Market on Saturday, October 19, in Pressler Park. Humboldt’s Got Heart (HGH)...
Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated ribbon cutting for Solid Rock Recruiting
Hartford, SD — The Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Solid Rock Recruiting which was held on Wednesday, October 30, at 11 a.m. Located at 129 N Main Ave, Solid Rock Recruiting is dedicated to providing personalized...
South Dakotans celebrate IM-28 defeat
PIERRE – On Election Day, South Dakota voters defeated Initiated Measure 28, which would have eliminated state, local, and tribal taxes on items for human consumption–a $646 million hit to the state budget.“The defeat of IM-28 is a testament to the voters of South...
The Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run® brings Sioux Falls together
Festive 5K to raise funds and awareness for arthritis research Sioux Falls, SD – The annual Sioux Falls Jingle Bell Run returns to Downtown Sioux Falls on Black Friday; November 29th with the goal of raising $30,000. This family-friendly, holiday-themed 5K or 1.5 mile...
Non-profit organization is seeking area representatives for high school exchange students
Now Hiring Student Exchange Area Representatives:As an ASSE Area Representative, you will be that all-important point person for students placed in your area during their year abroad. Counselor, advocate and friend are just some of the roles you will play as you...