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Bringing holiday cheer to children in need
For the second year in a row, ACE Hardware stores came together to decorate Christmas trees at Sanford Children’s Hospital to help spread some Christmas joy this holiday season. Four of the six ACE locations had employees and family help decorate trees. The locations...
End-of-year budget issues take up most of the Dec. 17 Minnehaha County Commission meeting
Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – As the end of the year gets closer, at his week’s meeting on Tuesday, December 17, Minnehaha County Commission looked at moving around money in the 2024 budget to cover gains and losses.For separate commission...
Council approves new wastewater rates for 2025
Sara Stadem | Editor Starting in 2025, Dell Rapids residents will notice a change in their water and sewer bills. At a recent City Council meeting, the Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 940, which includes a 5% increase in the water and wastewater...
CFFL Coach Tackles Cancer
Ryan’s advice to anyone going through a similar situation with a cancer journey is to find a good support system that can help you and your family walk you through the journey. (Photo/Submitted) Ryan Kortemeyer is pictured with his wife, Megan, and their five...
The Local sets to expand while The Shoppe closes its doors
Patrons were able to have an evening out at The Local with creating custom necklaces led by Clay Creations. (Photos/Submitted) The Local offers a variety of events with the next one being a make-and-take Holiday Centerpiece. The event will be on Thursday, December 19,...
As she leaves office, Bender thinks it’s OK to disagree; still, people need to be respectful
At the end of the year, Minnehaha County Commissioner Jean Bender, who did not run for re-election, will be stepping down from the position she has held for the past 10 years. (Photo/Dave Baumeister) Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent “Remember, you are there to...
Who will be the 2024 Scrooge??
Chamber hosts food drive with a twist Sara Stadem | Editor It’s the season of giving, and the Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce is coordinating a food drive to do just that. The organized food drive is for The Storehouse and Daily Bread Food Pantry during the holiday...
Building confidence & self-defense, one class at a time
June Huntimer has taught Taekwando and self-defense classes for over 40 years. (Photo/Submitted) June Huntimer began practicing Taekwondo at the age of 16 years old when women were not welcome in Taekwondo. The adversity birthed her lifelong motto to never give up....
Your Voice Matters
Submitted by Jason Uphoff Dear Quarrier Parents, Community Members, and Alumni,As part of our commitment to continuous school improvement, the Dell Rapids School Board is embarking on a strategic planning process to guide the future of our schools. This process begins...