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Pictured (left to right) is Emma Lanpher, Lexi Scherff, Katie Scherff, and Bella Lanpher. All four are in the Sodbusters 4-H Club out of Dell Rapids and participate in the Moody County Fair in Flandreau. The Moody County Fair will take place July 20-22. (Photo/Sara...

Geraets shares passion for crafts and baking

 Vicky Geraets and her husband, Andrew, and their son, Dallas, live outside of Colton. Geraets started Vicky’s Create & Paint in December of 2015 and offers a variety of party options for baking or crafts. (Photo/Submitted)  Sara Stadem  |  Editor ...

Wajer experiences career of State Trooper

Jaden Wajer spent a week at the Youth Trooper Academy which was held at the Mickelson Law Enforcement Training Center in Pierre. While at the academy, Wajer also received the Top Shooter Award. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem  |  Editor  A recent press...

Fire safety, not just for people

More often than not, people consider their pets family members. National Pet Fire Safety Day is July 15 recognizing the importance of having a plan when it comes to your beloved pets during an emergency situation. When it comes to fire safety, the key to helping your...

Local gem hopes to draw in patrons with revamp

Kim Chamley Stelzer and Irene Strong spent countless hours revamping the Dell Rapids Museum before they opened their doors this past spring. (Photo/Craig Kumerfield) Sara Stadem | Editor In a time of technology and constant change, there is still something about...

FFA members attend Washington Leadership Conference

Dell Rapids FFA members Brooklyn Krantz and Isabella Schmidt stand in front of the United States Capitol during their visit to Washington, DC. Krantz and Schmidt attended the Leadership Conference. (Photo/Thomas Wolff) Grace Wolff | Staff Intern Many opportunities are...

The Dell Rapids Chamber looks back on Quarry Days

The El Riad Shriners traveled to Dell Rapids to participate in the 2023 Quarry Days parade. (Photo/Adie Stadem) Grace Wolff | Staff Intern Quarry Days is a four-day celebration in the town of Dell Rapids. The event started thirty-six years ago and has been a tradition...

The history of Independence Day

Sara Stadem | Editor As July rings near, some might be getting ready to celebrate the 4th of July, maybe with a grill out or camping, maybe there will be yard games or family reunions. More than likely, the day or evening will include fireworks. Even though most enjoy...