The Dell Rapids Lady Quarriers made school history by bringing home the third place trophy from the 2023 South Dakota State A Volleyball Tournament which was held in Rapid City November 16 through 18. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor It was a season of...
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Supporting the Quarriers big game on the big screen
The director of the Sioux Empire Fair, Scott Wick, gave a presentation to county commissioners on the 2023 fair held last August. Despite some bad weather, Wick explained, this event turned out to be one of the best ever, earning a $275,000 profit for the nine-day...
Baltic community celebrates the retirement of a loved librarian
Pictured is Kathy Faith at her retirement party held at the Baltic Siouxland Library on November 17. (Photo/Submitted) Grace Wolff | Staff Intern Libraries are places where imagination can be found, education can be taught, and most importantly friends can be made....
“Candyland Christmas” is coming to the streets of Dell Rapids
Sara Stadem | Editor Although the snow might not be here the season is upon us! It’s that time of year again and Christmas At The Dells is here.This year, the Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce sponsored event, has the theme “Candyland Christmas” with events taking place...
Another successful Ladies Night Out
Another successful Ladies Night OutDell Rapids Ace Hardware and Rentals along with Pinecone Hill Creations hosted their Annual Ladies Night which had 50 women in attendance in two evenings, November 14 and 15. The ladies were assisted by Thelma Busk in making a...
DWU to present Christmas musical events
Members of the Mitchell community and surrounding areas will be warmly welcomed to Dakota Wesleyan University’s holiday music events.The Ron and Sheilah Gates Department of Music will come together to perform this year’s Christmas at Dakota Wesleyan concert, “Sing We...
‘Drinksgiving’? Impaired driving increases roadway risk during holiday week
SIOUX FALLS, SD – With nicknames like “Blackout Wednesday” and “Drinksgiving,” the night before Thanksgiving has developed a reputation for heavy alcohol consumption and binge drinking. Unfortunately, that trend isn’t isolated to the evening before the...
Farm Management Minute: Harvest is time for reflection, planning
by: Nicole Tonak, InstructorFall has always been my favorite season! The beautiful array of colors: red, orange, yellow and brown. Here in the Dakotas, we not only enjoy the color changing of the leaves, but we are also blessed with some gorgeous sunrises and sunsets...
Fourth annual SDDOT snowplow naming contest underway
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has announced the fourth annual snowplow naming contest. Over the past three winters, SDDOT has actively engaged with thousands of South Dakotans to bring this contest to life. Thousands of clever names have been...
Make your holiday season shopping game plan
The busiest shopping days of the 2023 holiday season are on the horizon. Industry experts point out that knowing these dates in advance can help you score great deals -- or beat the crowds -- depending on your shopping priorities.“Amid inflation, the return of student...