By Sheila Stanley In most of the nation, all you need to do is to step outside to feel one of South Dakota’s deadliest hazards: extreme heat. So far in 2024, the dangers of heat illness have killed 34 workers both indoors and out.In July, the U.S. Department of Labor...
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Rounds’ Summer Interns
Rounds and his team were lucky to have a great group of summer interns, both in South Dakota and in DC. His DC interns, Seth, Griffin, Ella and Lily, are pictured here after their breakfast in the Senate Dining Room to thank them for their hard work this summer. Seth...
Baltic High School prepares to open doors
Construction began on the new high school in March 2023 and will be completed in time for the start of this school year. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor For over a year, students, staff, families, and community members have sat in anticipation of having a new...
FFA members attend the Calgary Stampede
The Dell Rapids FFA Advisor took six FFA members to the Calgary Stampede in Calgary, Albert. Pictured in the front row (left to right) is Brynlee Kriens, Haley Rydell, Addie Obbink, Sierra Klein, and Audrey Cox. Back row (left to right) is Mr. Wolff and Megan Geraets....
Afternoon Tea is back at The Nook
The Meeting Nook had their first Afternoon Tea Event on Saturday, July 27, and will be hosting another one on Saturday, August 17. (Photo/Submitted) Sara Stadem | Editor Calling all tea lovers! After a successful first Afternoon Tea, The Meeting Nook has decided to...
Picnic in the Park brings safety and laughs
Deputy Larson takes a moment during the picnic to get some face painting done. (Photo/Sara Stadem) First responders spent time with community members at the Picnic in the Park. (Photo/Sara Stadem) Sara Stadem | Editor Bike safety, food, face painting, and laughs. The...
Southeast Technical College congratulates the Class of 2024
SIOUX FALLS, SD -- Southeast Technical College congratulates its students completing their AAS, diploma and certificates at the end of the Summer 2024 semester. A commencement ceremony was held on May 3, 2024, for spring and summer graduates.*Bridgette Baumberger of...
Carnegie Public Library rolls into fall
Sara Stadem | Editor The Dell Rapids Carnegie Public Library has wrapped up their 2024 summer reading challenge, however, that doesn’t mean they are done with their summer fun.Tuesday, August 13, the Library will be having back to school is cream sundaes which will be...
Flandreau Christian Women’s Connection to host brunch
Submitted by Elaine Hoftiezer The Flandreau Christian Women’s Connection will host a “How’s the Weather?” Brunch Tuesday, August 20, 9:30-11;15 a.m. at Janklow Community Center, Flandreau, SD. Cost is $7.00 inclusive. The feature will be Morey Van Hoecke, Pipestone,...
Dell Rapids Area Garden Club holds July meeting
Submitted by Donna Smith The Dell Rapids Area Garden Club met on July 16th, 2024 at the Quest Church. Co-President Deon Jensen called the meeting to order at 6 p.m.Luetta of Backyard Blooms of Jasper, MN presented the program with her daughter-in-law Amber on their...