Features

Crowned on the field: Tjaden named Player of the Year

Dell Rapids baseball player Tad Tjaden celebrates with his parents, Shannon and Tammy, after he was named the South Dakota High School Baseball Association Class B Player of the Year. Tjaden was told a week before the state tournament that he was a finalist for the...

Where every day feels like a party

RIBBON CUTTING CELEBRATION The Party Place had its ribbon cutting with the Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, May 31. (Photo/Submitted) The Party Place has all your balloon needs covered—from custom balloon bouquets to elaborate, eye-catching displays....

2025 Dell Rapids Community Guide has arrived

DELL RAPIDS COMMUNITY GUIDE Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce created the 2025 Community Guide, which is a magazine that features information about Dell Rapids, including important contacts, recreational activities, organizations and businesses. (Photo/Dell Rapids...

A Third-Place Finish!

The Dell Rapids Lady Quarrier softball team traveled to Aberdeen to compete in the 2025 South Dakota State A Softball Tournament. The Quarriers played in the three-day tournament Thursday through Saturday, June 5-7, advancing in the first round by defeating Sioux...

Carolyn Drew named 2025 “Citizen of the Year”

Submitted by Sue Hovey The Dell Rapids Citizen of the Year (COTY) award committee is pleased to announce it has chosen Carolyn Drew as 2025 Citizen of the Year. Drew was nominated by Sandra Lamer and Virgil Klein, who cited her leadership and dedication to numerous...

Mark your calendar: Quarry Days is almost here!

THE VIEW FROM THE TRAIN The Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce explained The LG Everist Train Rides are a fan favorite of Quarry Days and will be back again on Sunday, June 29. (Photo/Submitted) SMILES, CANDY AND FLOATS – OH MY! The Quarry Days parade is also on the list...

Creating History & Capturing a Championship

The St. Mary Cardinal girls golf team made history by winning their first-ever state title at the 2025 South Dakota State Girls Golf Tournament. Team members Carley Roiger, Izzy McNaughton, Sophie McNaughton and Allie Hansen competed at the state meet held Monday and...

Lights, camera, summer fun: Free movie matinees are back

IT’S MOVIE TIME! The Dells Theatre is once again offering their free Wednesday Summer Matinee movies. The movies are every Wednesday through August 13, starting at 2 p.m., with doors opening at 1:30 p.m. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor The summer sun is out,...

St. Mary recognizes LeBrun for Teacher of the Year

TEACHER OF THE YEAR Mrs. Keri LeBrun, 8-12 English teacher at St. Mary Catholic Schools, received the Teacher of the Year award for the 2024-2025 school year. (Photo/Submitted) Phoebe Vargas | Staff Intern Each year, the St. Mary’s faculty selects a teacher they...