Patrons were able to have an evening out at The Local with creating custom necklaces led by Clay Creations. (Photos/Submitted) The Local offers a variety of events with the next one being a make-and-take Holiday Centerpiece. The event will be on Thursday, December 19,...
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As she leaves office, Bender thinks it’s OK to disagree; still, people need to be respectful
At the end of the year, Minnehaha County Commissioner Jean Bender, who did not run for re-election, will be stepping down from the position she has held for the past 10 years. (Photo/Dave Baumeister) Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent “Remember, you are there to...
Local voting group again cries foul over election results proven to be accurate
Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – For the first time since last month’s General, the local election “integrity” people were back in force at the regular Minnehaha County Commission meeting on Dec. 3.Seemingly they were there to again provide support...
South Dakota counties and tribes to enter local winter road conditions into SD511
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota travelers rely on SD511 for real-time travel information, including road conditions, closures, construction, incidents, weather forecasts, and roadway camera images, especially during winter. This year, the South Dakota Department of...
11 tips for safer generator usage for home & business owners
Follow manufacturer’s instructions and ensure proper ventilation, says OPEI If your electricity goes out, a generator can keep power flowing to your home or business. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing...
DWU football players named to all-conference honors
John Pica Landon Ruesink College News Mitchell, S.D. – The Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) announced the 2024 GPACFootball All-Conference Team selection. The Tigers football team posted fiveplayers to the All-Conference list, led by First Team Offense...
Christmas spirit comes to Dell Rapids
The Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce held its annual Christmas in the Dells with “A Griswold Family Christmas Weekend” theme. The event took place from Thursday, December 5, through Sunday, December 8. Community members, families, and friends were able to enjoy...
Happy 60th Anniversary!
Daniel & Sharon Siemonsma will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary December 18. Greetings and good wishes may be sent to: PO Box 97, Chester, SD 57016
Advent: A Wonderful Time to Choose Jesus
Pastor’s Corner Pastor Andy Wright | River Community Church We are now in the middle of the Advent season. Advent begins four Sundays before Christmas Eve and culminates on Christmas Eve with a climactic celebration of the birth of Jesus. The word “advent” means...
Leading Advent Prayer
Cardinal students at St. Mary’s take turns leading the class during their Advent Prayer. The Kindergarten class led Week 1 of the Advent Prayer, with 1st grade leading Week 1 of the Advent Prayer. The students share their Advent Poems with all of the Elementary....