Camden Peters of Dell Rapids, the son of Travis and Lindsey Peters, got to throw the first pitch of the Dell Rapids Mudcat game on Friday, August 9, at the 2024 South Dakota State B Amateur Baseball Tournament. Camden’s dad, Travis, played 23 seasons of amateur...
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DROH gearing up for Christmas Raffle
Dell Rapids Orchard Hills was previously able to purchase an 8-person golf cart with their activity funds thanks to the help of donations. The activity funds is what DROH uses to enrich the lives of their residents. They are working towards the goal of raising $5,000...
Friday Night Lights and Burger Feed Time
Sara Stadem | Editor Friday Night Lights are back in Baltic! While the Baltic Bulldogs football team will be getting ready to kick off their first home football game of the 2024 season, the Baltic Fire Department will be busy manning the grill.On Friday, August 23,...
Baltic High School prepares to open doors
Construction began on the new high school in March 2023 and will be completed in time for the start of this school year. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor For over a year, students, staff, families, and community members have sat in anticipation of having a new...
FFA members attend the Calgary Stampede
The Dell Rapids FFA Advisor took six FFA members to the Calgary Stampede in Calgary, Albert. Pictured in the front row (left to right) is Brynlee Kriens, Haley Rydell, Addie Obbink, Sierra Klein, and Audrey Cox. Back row (left to right) is Mr. Wolff and Megan Geraets....
Afternoon Tea is back at The Nook
The Meeting Nook had their first Afternoon Tea Event on Saturday, July 27, and will be hosting another one on Saturday, August 17. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor Calling all tea lovers! After a successful first Afternoon Tea, The Meeting Nook has decided to...
Picnic in the Park brings safety and laughs
Deputy Larson takes a moment during the picnic to get some face painting done. (Photo/Sara Stadem) First responders spent time with community members at the Picnic in the Park. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor Bike safety, food, face painting, and laughs. The...
St. Mary’s Catholic Church to celebrate 125 years
St. Mary’s Catholic Church had its first Mass in August of 1899, before the parishioners would celebrate in their homes, at the local drug store, and anywhere they could. The school was not built until 1910 when they had their first class. (Photo/Submitted) Sara...
Denning takes on Principal role at DRHS
Sara Stadem | Editor The Dell Rapids School District is starting off the 2024-25 school year with a new face welcoming the high school students and staff. Mr. Eric Denning has taken the role of the Dell Rapids High School Principal.Mr. Denning, who recently moved to...
The Local set to bring new artisans to town
The Local will have their grand opening on Thursday, August 8, at 12 p.m. featuring the vendors Bourn Family Bakery and Blooms by Bella. The Local is a new store in downtown Dell Rapids that will be featuring a curated collection of local makers and artisans unique...