Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern In just a few short months, on September 8 and 9, ten South Dakota residents will be inducted into the state’s Hall of Fame. Each of these inductees have been chosen for, as the Hall of Fame’s website states, “their achievements in the...
Judd Sopoci is a father of two; Alex who will be a junior at Texas Tech University, and Andrew who will be a senior in high school this fall. Judd also has a yellow Labrador named Honey. He recently moved back to the area from Texas when he made the career change to...
The Hartford Bucks with the Hartford Area Development Foundation logo on them will be expiring. All Hartford Bucks with that logo will need to be used on or before June 30, 2023. Businesses will no longer accept those Hartford Bucks as of July 1. (Photo/Submitted)...
Sara Stadem | Editor The week of June 17 is National Waste and Recycling Workers Week which is a time to recognize those that are dedicated to keeping our communities clean. This week also includes the National Garbage Man Day which is on June 17.National Waste and...
April GRIT winners Sara Stadem | Editor West Central Middle School added another award last school year for their students to earn which is called GRIT. The acronym stands for having guts, resiliency, initiative, and tenacity. This award is given to students that are...
The West Central softball team poses with their state champion trophy. (Photo/Amy Lupkes) The West Central softball team came home as Champions in the first ever 2023 South Dakota High School State A Tournament. The tournament took place in Aberdeen on Thursday, June...
The West Central Trojan girls’ golf team took sixth place as a team at the South Dakota State A Golf Tournament. The State Tournament took place in Rapid City on Monday, June 5, and Tuesday, June 6. Pictured (left to right) is Lyric Riepma, Blaire Eberhard, Coach...
Marylou Nagel | Writer A new community organization in Humboldt has been formed which is called “Humboldt’s Got Heart.” This organization was recently created by a group of community members to promote family events and to raise funds for community members in need who...
The Colton Pool is now offering the option to purchase pool memberships online at https://coltonpool.membersplash.com. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The City of Colton is now providing an additional way for patrons to purchase summer pool memberships. In...
Keith Degen joined the Colton Fire and Rescue in January of 2023. During his free time, Degen can be found boating, camping, gardening, and just about any other outdoor activity. (Photo/Submitted) Colton Fire and Rescue Sara Stadem | Editor Keith Degen joined the...
Deron Ruesch was recognized by the TVEA and received the Friend of Education Award. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The Tri-Valley Education Association held their banquet to celebrate the work, efforts, and collaboration promoted by TVEA.Additionally, Deron...
Future educators sign with collegeTri-Valley held their 2nd Annual Senior Signing event where six students signed with colleges to become future educators. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The Tri-Valley Education Association members hosted their 2nd Annual...
Adie Stadem | Staff Intern The West Central High School band packs their bags and their instruments as they make their way to Disney World in Orlando, Florida, for this year’s band trip which takes place from June 7-12.Daniel Eye, the Director of Bands at WCHS,...
The Humboldt Legion Memorial Day Program had guest speaker Mike Dishman, Senior Director for Learning and Development at Sanford Hospital. The Humboldt Legion also placed flags at both the Catholic cemetery and the Lutheran cemetery in Humboldt. (Photos/Fred Lee)...
Sara Stadem | Editor Amy M. Farr, the Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Foundation Director, has been busy attending conferences that were geared towards economic development. Farr attended the conferences in order to aid the organizations in...
A ribbon cutting was held for the West Central Community Courtyard on Sunday, May 28. Pictured (left to right) is Eliot Nielsen, 2022-23 Student Council member; Rhonda Erickson, Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce; Brittany Glanzer, Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce;...
Cory McDonald was inspired by many members of the Colton Fire Department to volunteer, resulting in McDonald joining Colton Fire and Rescue in August of 2019. (Photo/Submitted) Colton Fire and Rescue Sara Stadem | Editor Cory McDonald joined the Colton Fire and Rescue...
Attendees of Colton Hustler 4H Club’s Safety Camp pose for a quick photo. The safety camp that was held covered a range of safety topics and was open to children ages 4-18. (Photo/Lori Fods) Abby Mitchell | Staff Intern A few weeks ago, on Saturday April 29, Colton’s...
March GRIT Award winners Sara Stadem | Editor West Central middle school teachers, grades 6-8, get to select students they see showing outstanding character throughout the month. Teachers watch for things such as high-quality work, putting in extra effort, working...
The Tri-Valley Class of 2023 received their diplomas during their graduation ceremony which took place on Saturday, May 20, at the Tri-Valley High School. Congratulations, Graduates!