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Sophie Schwebach receives Golden West scholarship

WALL, SD – Sophie Schwebach, a graduate of St. Mary High School, will receive a $1,000 Golden West scholarship for 2024.Sophie Schwebach was involved in her community helping with lawnmowing as well as serving as a lifeguard at the pool. She will attend the University...

John Mortrude receives Golden West scholarship

WALL, SD – John Mortrude, a graduate of Dell Rapids High School, will receive a $1,000 Golden West scholarship for 2024.John Mortrude was involved in football, Academic All State, wrestling, track, quiz bowl, and National Honor Society. Outside school, he participated...

Quarrier Corner

Mr. Larry Baker | Middle School Principal Greetings from the Middle School! I wanted to share with you what our students have been doing and one of the things that will help drive their learning this school year. This is the second year that the Middle School is using...

Wedding Announcement

Lexi Snyder and Justin Ahlers were united in marriage September 7, 2024 at Blue Haven Barn and Garden, Sioux Falls, SD with Tabi Clements, a friend of the bride’s, officiating. The Matron of Honor was Dr. Nik Snyder of Bath, ME, Lexi’s sister, and the Best Man was...

Safe streets, smarter policies

Pictured is Rep. Johnson and South Dakota Auto Dealers Association. (Photo/Submitted) Rep. Dusty Johnson BIG UpdateFor years, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has said that sanctuary cities create a public safety threat and are one of the biggest impediments...

Harvesting our own food supply

Gov. Kristi Noem Growing up on our family farm and ranch, there were two time periods that were busiest: calving season in the spring and harvest in the fall. The time has come for farmers to harvest most of their crops. It’s the fruit of their labor after a long...

On national defense, we can’t take our eye off the ball

Sen. John Thune Every day, American servicemen and women stand ready to defend our nation. They stay vigilant to counter any threat, and they and their families make innumerable sacrifices in service to our country. And it’s their dedication and courage – and that of...