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Leap to Lane draws record attendance, supports future community projects
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Record participation, successful fundraising and several popular new attractions helped make the 2026 Leap to Lane celebration one of the most successful in the event's history, according to organizer Ed Gray.
A new cemetery directory recently installed at Rest Haven Cemetery in Alpena provides visitors with an easy-to-use guide for locating gravesites. The project was funded through a grant from the Alpena Community Foundation and dedicated during Alpena's Memorial Day program on May 25. (PHOTO COURTESY ROB BARUTH)
Community Foundation awards more than $11,000 in local grants
Venture Communications donates $5,000 to Weskota Manor Avera
Serving Up Support for Teener Baseball
The Wessington Springs boys golf team poses with its fifth-place plaque following the South Dakota Class B State Golf Tournament in Brookings. Pictured, from left, are Head Coach Regina Teveldal, Tucker Thompson, Heyns Bothma, JD Thompson and Luke Larson. (PHOTO COURTESY RON THOMPSON)
Wolsey-Wessington’s Larz Tvedt competes during the South Dakota Class B State Golf Tournament in Brookings. Tvedt finished eighth overall, earning a top-10 finish among 141 golfers competing at the state meet. (PHOTO COURTESY SDPB)
While many residents may recognize Larry Powell's train from December’s community Christmas celebration (pictured) , this marks the first year Powell has brought the train to Wessington Springs’ Fourth of July festivities. The move allows more children and families to enjoy the rides while continuing to support the Wessington Springs School District lunch relief program.
Joyce Krueger was caught in the act of beautifying Wessington Springs, planting flowers in City Park and across town. Krueger’s colorful displays add bursts of summer color and community spirit throughout Springs.
Oil by Bailey Roduner
