The Dell Rapids Quarrier volleyball team made school history by becoming the first team to capture the State A Volleyball title. The 2024 South Dakota State A Tournament was held in Sioux Falls from November 21-23. Stay tuned to next week’s issue for a special...
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“A Griswold Family Christmas” is coming to Dells
One of the many events taking place during the Christmas in the Dells is a free showing of “Polar Express” at the Dells Theatre. The movie will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 7, and is sponsored by Schwebach Realty & Insurance. (Photo/Submitted) Scan the...
What does Thanksgiving mean to you?
Sara Stadem | Editor What does Thanksgiving mean to you?We learned at a young age in school to relate Thanksgiving with a feast between Pilgrims and Native Americans, making pilgrim hats and decorating paper turkeys. Over time, the meaning of the holiday can vary for...
Minnehaha County elected department heads to see 5.5% salary increase in 2025
Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – There were no “fireworks” this year when Minnehaha County Commissioners considered the annual salary increases for the elected department heads at the Tuesday, November 26, meeting.The pay increase follows the...
Pie & Painting fun
Kids stopped at the Dell Rapids Carnegie Public Library for Pie & Painting with Miss Cassie. (Photo/Submitted) The tween groups had a blast with Miss Cassie at Pie & Painting at the Dell Rapids Carnegie Public Library. The group enjoyed eating more whipped...
Scholarship program available through Sioux Valley Energy
Sioux Valley Energy is offering $20,000 worth of scholarships this year to eligible graduating high school seniors or first-time attendees at an institution of higher education.Applications are judged on the basis of grades, ACT or SAT test scores, work experience,...
Flandreau Christian Women’s Connection to host brunch
Submitted by Elaine Hoftiezer The Flandreau Christian Women’s Connection will host a “Let’s Get Crackin’!” Brunch Tuesday, November 10, 9:30-11;15 a.m. at Janklow Community Center, Flandreau, SD. Cost is $7.00 inclusive. The feature will be Connie Hove, Sioux Falls,...
Ladies Night success
Dell Rapids Ace Hardware and Rentals hosted their annual Ladies Night. The two night event was the 8th year in a row with Dakotafaye Creations assisting the ladies in making their winter décor. (Photos/Submitted)
Making Washington work for you
Rep. Dusty Johnson BIG UpdateThe Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Director testified in the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee this week to address concerns about the Agency’s response to disasters. It was recently reported that employees were...
Support South Dakota’s small businesses
Sen. John Thune Soon after the snow starts in South Dakota, Thanksgiving ushers in the holiday season. I love this time of year: gathering around the Thanksgiving feast with my family, throwing the football around outside, and giving thanks to God for our many...