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BASEC Celebrates 30 Years

Beadle and Spink Enterprise Communities, Inc. (BASEC) in Doland was established in Dec. of 1994. To celebrate its 30-year anniversary, the organization will hold open houses on Fridays in Dec. …

The Ringneck Roundup

Back row: Jhet Betten, Rollie Betten, Grady Hulscher, Tory Betten
Front row: Creighton Hoots, Braxton Peterson, Skye Melius, Cael Jessen, Whitney Wurtz, Addison Hulscher
The Frankfort Ringnecks started their new 4-H year with four new members and a number of community service projects. In November, members donated their time to fill bags with food for the nutrition …

Chamber Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies Mark Openings

MoDak Lodge: Proprietor Kelsey Edwards, left, with family and Chamber Director Kim Leonhardt
By Chris Fischer Ribbon-cutting ceremonies were recently held for 5 new businesses in Redfield. Businesses were also presented with their “First Dollar of Profit” certificates, and …
More local news
2025 Redfield Junior Snow Queen Kayleigh Disbrow and Senior Snow Queen Adalyn Stoner

Stoner, Disbrow 2025 Redfield Snow Queens

By Chris Fischer On Sun., Nov. 17th, the annual Redfield Snow Queen and Junior Snow Queen competitions were held in the school auditorium. Many people attended, including several young children with …
2024 Junior Miss Northwestern and South Dakota Junior Snow Queen Chesnie Heim, 2025 Junior Miss Northwestern Amyah Wilson, 2025 Senior Miss Northwestern Ali Watson, 2024 Senior Miss Northwestern Courtney Decker, and 2024 South Dakota Snow Queen, Miss Faulkton, Olivia Hadrick

Walter, Wilson named 2025 NW Snow Queens

By Chris Fischer Northwestern Area School held its annual Snow Queen contest on Sat., Nov. 16th in the school gym. A runway was set up for all of the contestants to stride upon. The evening included …

Election Results Lean Heavily to the Right

In case you missed it, there was an historical election on Tues., Nov. 5th. Local poll workers stated that they seen a good turnout, with a steady flow of voters. In South Dakota state politics, …

Honoring All Who Serve

Veterans Day was celebrated on Mon., Nov. 11th with programs at Redfield School. Many veterans, students, school staff, and community members came to the event. Tribute was reverently paid to those …
Sports
SDSU Jackrabbits football top 25 ranking tracker bobblehead unveiled
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — This morning, to celebrate the return of the college football season, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled a first-of-its-kind South Dakota State …
South Dakota State’s Mark Gronowski runs with the ball during a game against Northern Iowa on Oct. 14.
Jacks in search of signature FBS win in Stillwater
South Dakota State has won back-to-back national championships and has turned into one of the premier programs in the FCS. However, the Jackrabbits are missing one thing on their FCS resume and that’s a signature win over a top-tier FBS program.
Mark Gronowski (#11) of the South Dakota State Jackrabbits looks for a receiver against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 3, 2022, in Iowa City, Iowa.
Mark Gronowski looks better than ever as South Dakota State heads into opener
When Mark Gronowski took the field two years ago against Iowa, it was his first game back after missing an entire season due to a knee injury. The Jackrabbits lost that game 7-3, but since then Gronowski has won 29 games in-a-row.
South Dakota State's Nate Barnhart, 5, blocks the shot of South Dakota's Lahat Thioune from behind during their Summit League men's basketball game earlier this year at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center in Vermillion.
South Dakota State men finalize non-conference basketball schedule
The South Dakota State men’s basketball program has finalized its 2024-25 schedule as the Jackrabbits look ahead to a challenging slate while making their debut in the newly-renovated First Bank & Trust Arena.
South Dakota State announced that Ryan Howlett will be taking over as the football public address announcer, starting this fall.
South Dakota State announces new football public address announcer
Come Sept. 7, there will be a new man behind the microphone at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium.

Leader of the defense: Adam Bock's role grows throughout years at South Dakota State

Adam Bock #32 of the South Dakota State Jackrabbits eyes quarterback Connor Watkins #4 of the Villanova Wildcats at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium on Dec. 9 in Brookings.

Middle linebacker is one of the most important positions in football. Many call it the quarterback of the defense and it is normally played by a player that is always a true leader on that side of the ball. For South Dakota State, that statement could not be any more true.

Jackrabbits set to begin 2024 soccer campaign

South Dakota State’s Kaycee Manding prepares to take a free kick during a game against Grand Canyon at Fishback Soccer Park in Brookings on Sept. 7.

South Dakota State soccer will open up the regular season tonight at Fishback Soccer Park against the Kansas Jayhawks at 7 p.m. and the Jackrabbits are hoping to continue their streak of successful seasons that have built them into one of the better soccer programs in the country.

South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame tickets on sale

SIOUX FALLS — Tickets for the annual Induction Banquet for the South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame are now on sale. The event is set for Sept. 22 at the Convention Center in Sioux Falls (the old …

Obituaries
Michael “Mike” Ray Fortin
Michael “Mike” Ray Fortin, 63, of Redfield, SD, passed away on November 30, 2024, at his home.
Doris (Gange) Schmidt
Doris (Gange) Schmidt, 73, of Aberdeen, SD passed away November 24, 2024 after a long struggle with cancer.
Alice Iona (Binger) MacNeill
Alice Iona (Binger) MacNeill, 96, of Tulare, SD, died Friday, November 22, 2024, at Avantara in Huron, SD.
Alice Iona (Binger) MacNeill
Alice Iona (Binger) MacNeill, 96, of Tulare, SD died Friday, November 22, 2024, at Avantara in Huron, SD.
Ruth Kathryn (Bloom) Stoller
Ruth Kathryn (Bloom) Stoller, 99, of Doland, SD went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 16, 2024.
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Schools
Commencement Held at Northwestern
Twenty young adults graduated from Northwestern Area High School on Saturday, May 18 th . The School’s Gold gym was filled with family, friends, and other fans of the class of 2024. …
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Public Christmas trees, like Rockefeller Center's famous tree, didn't start appearing in the U.S. until the 20th century.
The Christmas tree is a tradition older than Christmas
Evergreens have long served as symbols of life during the bleakness of winter. But Queen Victoria spurred the tradition that has become a global phenomenon.
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Helpful Hints for the Holidays
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LA Auto Show Returns with Exciting Innovations
(BPT) - The Los Angeles International Auto Show is back, bringing together the latest in automotive advancements, from electrification to safety and emerging tech trends. With over 1,000 cars, …