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Sodbusters 4-H holds December meeting

Written by Lexi Scherff, Sodbuster’s Secretary The regular Sodbusters 4-H meeting was held on December 1, 2024 at 5 pm at the United Methodist Church Sonshine room. There were 34 members present. President Chase Klein called the meeting to order. The Pledge of...

USD announces fall 2024 dean’s list and academic honors

More than 2,500 students at the University of South Dakota are being honored for their high achievement during the fall 2024 semester with the release of the Dean’s List and Academic Honors.Full-time, undergraduate students are named to the Dean’s List if they...

Don’t forget about the snow!

Be sure to check for ice buildup on your vents this winter. (Photo/Submitted) Every second counts when an emergency hits. Please clear snow from fire hydrants in your community to help in an emergency situation. (Photo/Salem Fire Department) Sara Stadem | Editor It’s...

What I’m looking forward to this year

Rep. Dusty Johnson Over the past four years, Americans have been burdened by the results of the Biden Administration’s policies, like an open border, high inflation, mandates that are increasingly difficult to meet for energy production, vehicle emissions, health...

Let’s get to work

Sen. John Thune On January 3, the new Republican majorities in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives were sworn in and I officially took over as Senate majority leader, and in a few weeks President Trump will take the oath of office. We have our work cut out...

Working together for safer communities

Gov. Kristi Noem By: Secretary Robert Perry January serves as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, an important time for reflection, awareness, and action. This month is a solemn reminder of the urgent need to protect the most vulnerable among us from one of...

Round[s] Up 2024: A year in review

Sen. Mike Rounds January - December, 2024Welcome to the 2024 Round[s] Up: A Year in Review! I hope you had a joyful Christmas season with friends and family, and that your 2025 is off to a great start. I was fortunate to spend the holidays with my loved ones at home...

Fersdahl secures back-to-back Coach of the Year award

Head Coach Erica Fersdah received the Class A Coach of the Year award for the second consecutive year. (Photo/Submitted) Success continues for Quarrier volleyball Sara Stadem | Editor Head Coach Erica Fersdahl made history by leading the Dell Rapids Lady Q’s to their...