Features

St. Mary Graduation

The St Mary Class of 2023 celebrate as they are announced as High School Graduates. (Photo/Adie Stadem)

A new greenhouse to open in Baltic

Chad and Rachel Hanisch, Garretson residents, will be opening their second greenhouse which will be located at 426 Lovely Avenue in Baltic. (Photo/Submitted) Grace Wolff | Staff Intern Just in time for the summer season, a Garretson couple announced they will be...

Dell Rapids Fire and Rescue gets cascade system

The Dell Rapids Fire and Rescue was able to purchase a cascade system to better assist them when entering fires. They were able to make the purchase thanks to a grant received by TC Energy Foundation and help from the City of Dell Rapids. Pictured (left to right) is...

Poker run, dart tournament fundraiser for Dumdei

Sara Stadem | Editor You are strong. You are brave. You are unique. You are Deanna. As the weather warms up and the snow finally works on melting, family and friends are gearing up for the Deanna Dumdei Poker Run and Dart Tournament. Mark your calendars for Saturday,...

Committee created to recall Baltic Mayor

The Baltic School District has started dirt work for their new school project, which has been a topic of discussion according to the South Dakota for Transparent Government. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor This week the city of Baltic went on the defense...

Baltic Fire Department looks to expand

Sara Stadem | Editor When a community like Baltic continues to progress with new homes along with building a new school, it means more community members move to town. As a community like Baltic develops, there are other areas of the community that will also see the...

St Mary Catholic School Carnival and auction celebrates 50 years!

Sara Stadem | Editor The St Mary Catholic School Carnival and Auction has arrived for another year with this year being the 50th Carnival and Auction!The St Mary Cardinal High School Principal, Mr. Casey Michel, explained the St Mary Catholic School (SMCS) holds their...

A new chapter begins

Sittig retires from BSD Sara Stadem | Editor After 44 years of helping students and staff, whether that was through teaching, coaching, or leading the Baltic School District (BSD), Superintendent Bob Sittig has decided to retire as of June 30, 2023, and start the next...

Marching to once-in-a-lifetime opportunities

This is Landon Hohn’s first year as part of the Pride of the Dakotas Marching Band at SDSU. Hohn plays the alto saxophone. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor As some students wrapped up their high school education and headed to college to continue their sports...