Lexi Snyder and Justin Ahlers were united in marriage September 7, 2024 at Blue Haven Barn and Garden, Sioux Falls, SD with Tabi Clements, a friend of the bride’s, officiating. The Matron of Honor was Dr. Nik Snyder of Bath, ME, Lexi’s sister, and the Best Man was...
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Wayne Peckham
80 Formerly of Dell Rapids, SD September 17, 2024 Wayne Russell Peckham (80) died very peacefully on September 17, 2024. He was a gentle giant — his hands big and strong from pulling miles of wire through conduit as an electrician — with a heart so warm and kind he...
Safe streets, smarter policies
Pictured is Rep. Johnson and South Dakota Auto Dealers Association. (Photo/Submitted) Rep. Dusty Johnson BIG UpdateFor years, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has said that sanctuary cities create a public safety threat and are one of the biggest impediments...
Harvesting our own food supply
Gov. Kristi Noem Growing up on our family farm and ranch, there were two time periods that were busiest: calving season in the spring and harvest in the fall. The time has come for farmers to harvest most of their crops. It’s the fruit of their labor after a long...
On national defense, we can’t take our eye off the ball
Sen. John Thune Every day, American servicemen and women stand ready to defend our nation. They stay vigilant to counter any threat, and they and their families make innumerable sacrifices in service to our country. And it’s their dedication and courage – and that of...
Letter to the Editor
Before voting on Referred Law 21, know that this law is a creation of Pierre Politicians and the mega-businesses they serve.Landowners who have fighting for fair treatment as afforded to them under current laws regarding eminent domain were not allowed to participate...
Hands-on learning
Deb and Mariah from Always Your Design, Inc were guests at St. Mary’s in the Life Skills class! They taught the students life skills on how to sew on a button and made it fun and easy.
Carnival day in Baltic
Bulldog students in 2nd grade enjoyed Carnival/Circus Day! They reviewed repeated addition and arrays. After completing a challenge, they had time to play their carnival game and completed six challenges. Of course, the day was wrapped up with some cotton candy!...
Cardinal football stays unbeaten after wild win against Centerville
Cardinal Jake Kopsas goes for the tackle during their final regular season home game against the Centerville Tornadoes on Friday, September 20. (Photo/Tammy Chamley) Matt Larson | Big Sioux Media The Dell Rapids St Mary Cardinals and Centerville Tornadoes played an...
St. Mary cross country competes in Dell Rapids Invite
Cardinals Cooper Libis (left) and Matthew Heinemann competed at the Dell Rapids Invite at Rocky Run Golf Course on Monday, September 23. Heinemann finished 19th with a time of 19:39.40 and Libis finished 21st with a time of 19:41.70. (Photo/Submitted) Matt Larson |...