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Dell Rapids Area Garden Club holds June meeting

Submitted by Jackie Ellefson, Secretary The Dell Rapids Area Garden Club met on Tuesday, June 12, 2025, at the Quest Church at 6 p.m. President Mary Fitzgerald called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance, Motto and Conservation Pledge were said.13 members...

Sunshine, sneakers and smiles

Sara Stadem | Editor “Go see what you can discover outside.” “Take a break from the screens – go play outside!” “Get outside and burn some of that energy.”Does any of this sound familiar to you? How many times are we encouraging children to go outside and play, to...

Minnesota State Mankato announces 2025 spring semester Dean’s List

MANKATO, Minn. - The Academic High Honor and Honor lists (Dean’s lists) for the past spring semester at Minnesota State University, Mankato have been announced by Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs David Hood.Among 4,037 students, a total of 1,312...

The Arrival Of Jesus

Pastor’s Corner Pat Eidsness | Senior & Intergenerational Ministry Leader of Lutheran Church of Dell Rapids It’s Pentecost…the season celebrating the gift of God’s Holy Spirit. On that day, the day of Pentecost, we celebrated the birthday of the church, the day...

Celebrating Dell Rapids Through Quarry Days

FISHING FOR A WIN Kids could take on the challenge of the DR Sportsman’s Club Fishing Derby, which was held on Sunday, June 29, during Quarry Days. (Photo/Ariel Ness) FUN IN THE PARKThe River Community Church provided fun in the park for community members with free...

The sweet spot: Ice cream & bakery opens in Dell Rapids

RIBBON CUTTING The Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce held its ribbon cutting for Sweet Scoops Ice Cream & Bakery on June 1. (Photo/Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce) ICE CREAM, BAKERY AND MORE Sweet Scoops Ice Cream & Bakery recently opened its doors in Dell...

Back in stride: 2nd annual run for vets

RUNNING FOR A CAUSE The second annual Stars, Stripes & Strides for Veterans is back in Dell Rapids. Choose between a 5K and 10K with all proceeds going to the Disabled American Veterans. The event will take place on Friday, July 4, at 8 a.m. at Rickeman Field in...

Get ready to ride

PROGRESS CONTINUES The Crooks Veteran’s Park continues progress as they work to finalize the park. The committee hopes to have everything finalized by October 1. (Photos/Submitted) ANOTHER ADDITION TO THE PARK Six granite slabs light up at the Crooks Veteran’s Park....