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Redfield Homecoming Royalty Crowned

Redfield seniors Collin Dean and Jadie Turner were named 2024 Homecoming King and Queen on Mon., Sept. 9 th . The candidates, chosen by popular vote, also included Creighton Bowar, Jacob Buranen, …

Slow Goodbyes

School’s back in session. The State Fair’s done. Are you ready to say goodbye to Summer? Everywhere you look, there are signs of summer’s waning. Cooler temps will come swiftly, as …

The owners of the Amaris Inn have a desire to give back to their new community. They see a need for more events for youth. Laura Viall of the Amaris Inn said that they have been brainstorming ideas. …

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South Dakota State University Extension staff are working to help those in rural South Dakota meet their child-care needs.

SDSU Extension working to alleviate rural child care needs in South Dakota

BROOKINGS — South Dakota needs more child care providers, and SDSU Extension is part of a growing collaboration to meet that need. A 2024 Committee for Economic Development Child Care in …

South Dakota State University's research expenditures for fiscal year 2024 reached $84 million — a 13.5% increase from last year's record of $74 million.

South Dakota State shatters research expenditures record for second consecutive year

BROOKINGS — For the second consecutive year, South Dakota State University has broken its research expenditures record. Research expenditures for fiscal year 2024 reached $84 million — a …

SDSU Extension will host a sheep shearing school on Oct. 12-14 at the SDSU Sheep Research and Teaching Unit near Brookings.

SDSU Extension to host sheep shearing school in October

BROOKINGS — South Dakota State University Extension will teach the skill of sheep shearing to current and prospective producers this fall. The Sheep Shearing School is Oct. 12-14 at the …

Sara Bauder is a forage field specialist for South Dakota State University Extension

Thoughts on fall alfalfa and winter wheat varieties

Fall alfalfa management As fall approaches and temperatures decrease, it’s important to decide whether that last late cutting is really worth it. I like to bring this up each year to …

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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

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 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

Alonzo "Al" Roy Stover

Alonzo "Al" Roy Stover, 83, of Redfield, SD, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Community Memorial Hospital Avera in Redfield.

Lynn Russell Hardie

Lynn Russell Hardie, 75, of Redfield, SD, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Sioux Falls, SD.

Jerry Dean Hardie

Jerry Dean Hardie, 87, of Redfield, SD, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, August 30th, 2024.

Shirley Jean (Schroeder) Stellmacher

Shirley Jean (Schroeder) Stellmacher, 94, of Redfield, SD, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024.

Kenneth Eugene Stewart

Kenneth Eugene Stewart, 90, of Mobridge and formerly of Miller, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2024.

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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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Classroom to dorm room: The best laptops for every student

(BPT) - Are you ready for your next semester? There are plenty of school supplies you’ll need to get this summer, but there’s one that you shouldn’t overlook: Your laptop.A laptop …

5 recipes to ease into the back-to-school season

(BPT) - Fall is here and so is the back-to-school season. This is a busy time of year for families, and breakfast can often be forgotten in the hustle and bustle of weekday mornings.To help you make …

Low down payment mortgages help first-time buyers access the American dream

(BPT) - Traditionally, saving up for a 20% down payment has been the largest obstacle for aspiring homeowners and this challenge is even more acute when interest rates drive monthly mortgage payments …

It's pumpkin spice season: 17 fall coffee drinks ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest

Hers ranks 17 fall coffee drinks from top chains in the U.S. to determine the healthiest and unhealthiest seasonal indulgences.

Four Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

(BPT) - Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins on September 15 and ends on October 15, is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the vibrant culture and significant contributions of Hispanic and Latino …