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WOLSEY-WESSINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 4TH QUARTER HONOR ROLL 25-26

WOLSEY-WESSINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 4TH QUARTER HONOR ROLL 25-26

WOLSEY-WESSINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 4TH QUARTER HONOR ROLL 25-26

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
DISTINCTION 4.0 8th Grade Mary Ellen Bobeldyke Riley Eichstadt Mya Flemming Summer Gondzar Preslie Jensen Taryn Rainford Ciera Stevens7th GradeCourtney Dragt Emma Langbehn Addyson Wicks Asiria Woodruff6th GradeEverly Eichstadt Lindsay KemnitzHONOR 3.5-3.
Old favorites and new traditions to fill holiday weekend

Old favorites and new traditions to fill holiday weekend

Old favorites and new traditions to fill holiday weekend

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Rodeo action, a community parade, turtle races, fireworks and a full day of family activities are planned as Wessington Springs prepares to celebrate Independence Day.Festivities began Thursday, July 2, with the Foothills Rodeo Queen Contest at 1 p.m. and the Foothills SDRA Rodeo at 7 p.m.
Rain delays paving, but WS water main project remains on schedule

Rain delays paving, but WS water main project remains on schedule

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Rain delays paving, but WS water main project remains on schedule

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Recent rainfall has temporarily delayed paving on the City of Wessington Springs' water main replacement project, but engineers say the overall project remains on track for completion by the end of July.
No shortage of hometown fun awaits across the True Dakotan coverage area

No shortage of hometown fun awaits across the True Dakotan coverage area

Your July Road Trip Starts Here

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
If you're looking for ways to make the most of July, you won't have to travel far.Communities across the True Dakotan coverage area are preparing for a month filled with hometown celebrations, community fundraisers, family activities and summer traditions.
Gusts of 130 mph in the Highmore area knocked down power lines and caused significant damage on Monday, June 29. (Photo courtesy of Dave Swain via Aberdeen Insider)

Gusts of 130 mph in the Highmore area knocked down power lines and caused significant damage on Monday, June 29. (Photo courtesy of Dave Swain via Aberdeen Insider)

Fact brief: Was a SD storm's wind gust among the strongest in US history?

Michael Klinski South Dakota News Watch
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Yes.Winds in excess of 130 mph hit north-central South Dakota early Monday, breaking records and causing significant damage.The National Weather Service Aberdeen office reported a 131 mph wind gust in Highmore in Hyde County.
WS Owls continue summer baseball season

WS Owls continue summer baseball season

WS Owls continue summer baseball season

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The Wessington Springs Owls are shown before home baseball action last Thursday, June 25, 2026. The 3-3 Owls travel to take on Colome Chaos next week, July 9, followed by a home game vs. Chamberlain Mallards on Sunday, July 12.
Residents and visitors line Main Street during the 2025 Fourth of July Parade in Wessington Springs. This year’s Independence Day celebration will feature three days of activities, including rodeo events, a community parade, turtle races, a youth micro derby and fireworks at dusk on July 4. (TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO)

Residents and visitors line Main Street during the 2025 Fourth of July Parade in Wessington Springs. This year’s Independence Day celebration will feature three days of activities, including rodeo events, a community parade, turtle races, a youth micro derby and fireworks at dusk on July 4. (TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO)

FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION SET FOR WESSINGTON SPRINGS

News Staff
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Rodeo action, a community parade, turtle races, fireworks and a full day of family activities are planned as Wessington Springs prepares to celebrate Independence Day.Festivities begin Thursday, July 2, with the Foothills Rodeo Queen Contest at 1 p.m. and the Foothills SDRA Rodeo at 7 p.m.
Val and Dawn Luckett were recently recognized by the South Dakota Auctioneers Association for their contributions to the auction profession. Val was inducted into the association’s Hall of Fame, while Dawn was honored for her excellence and dedication during nearly two decades of service as the organization’s executive secretary.

Val and Dawn Luckett were recently recognized by the South Dakota Auctioneers Association for their contributions to the auction profession. Val was inducted into the association’s Hall of Fame, while Dawn was honored for her excellence and dedication during nearly two decades of service as the organization’s executive secretary.

Lucketts Honored for Lifelong Contributions to Auction Profession

News Staff
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
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