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...
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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...
New law enforcement camera system will add ‘force multiplier’ to sheriff’s dept. capabilities
Dave Baumeister | County Correspondent SIOUX FALLS – During a short meeting on Tuesday, June 24, Captain Joe Bosman of the Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Department briefed commissioners on a new program to add a “force multiplier” to local law enforcement.That program,...
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....
Expanded ‘Move Over’ law takes effect July 1 to increase roadside safety
PIERRE, S.D. – A newly updated ‘Move Over’ law goes into effect across South Dakota on July 1, expanding protections for authorized vehicles occupying the shoulder of the highway with amber, yellow, or blue warning lights. The goal is simple: keep more people safe on...