By: Sen. Mike Rounds We had a short week out in Washington due to the Juneteenth holiday, but we still packed it full of meetings and votes. I was happy to see so many South Dakota students from all across the state with the South Dakota Rural Electric Association. I...
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Despite the rain, the fun must go on
The 5K run is sponsored by Rapid Fitness and Connections. (Photo/Frances Larson Photography) Rapids Fitness sponsors the Co-ed Sand Volleyball Tournament during Quarry Days with “The Wannabes” taking home the team win. (Photo/Rapid Fitness) Rapid Fitness sponsors the...
Safety tips for handling fireworks; local city ordinances
Owen Reitzel | Editor The Fourth of July is almost here, which also brings the use of fireworks. The National Safety Council (NSC) advises everyone to enjoy fireworks at public displays conducted by professionals, and not to use any fireworks at home. They may be...
Keeping animals safe this 4th of July
Article by American Veterinary Medical Association Fireworks, picnics and other Fourth of July traditions can be great fun for people. But all of the festivities can be frightening and even dangerous for animals. Noisy fireworks and other celebrations can startle...
Stars, Stripes & Strides for Veterans
Scan the QR code to register. Sara Stadem | Editor As the 4th of July holiday plans start to form, it might have you wondering who should host the family get together or what fireworks show to attend. Maybe thinking about your plans has you thinking about the meaning...
Local bike exchange coming to Baltic
Sara Stadem | Editorsstadem@ncppub.comAre you or someone you know in need of a bike? If so, you are in luck, the Bike Exchange is coming to a community near you!On Saturday, June 29, the Bike Exchange of Dell Rapids will be coming to the Baltic School and Community...
Summer learning at the Library
The Dell Rapids Carnegie Public Library continues to keep kids activity and busy with different events throughout the summer months. For more information on the activities taking place at the Library, visit their Facebook page, Dell Rapids Carnegie Public Library....
Large group becomes adversarial to county commissioners on issue never in question
Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – A simple briefing on a 100% post-election hand-count audit by Minnehaha County Auditor Leah Anderson didn’t need to be so adversarial, according to the county commissioners present.At the end of the previous...
Local students awarded full-ride scholarships at Southeast Technical College
SIOUX FALLS, SD -- Southeast Technical College has awarded 164 full-ride Build Dakota Scholarships to incoming students. The competitive scholarship covers a student’s tuition, fees, books, uniforms, tools and supplies. Congressman Dusty Johnson, R-S.D.; Dana...
Southeast Technical College Names Area Students to President’s List
SIOUX FALLS, SD (05/17/2024)-- Southeast Technical College is pleased to recognize academic excellence by naming the following area students to the President’s List for the Spring 2024 semester. To earn this recognition, students must be enrolled full-time (12 or more...