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FFA students haul debris from the storm-damage at Stratton Park during a Nov. 15 cleanup effort.

FFA students haul debris from the storm-damage at Stratton Park during a Nov. 15 cleanup effort.

Rooted in Service, FFA Members Clean Up Stratton Park Months After Storm

News Staff
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Members of the Wessington Springs FFA Chapter spent Saturday, Nov. 15, cleaning up Stratton Park, tackling storm debris that had remained since a severe summer storm downed century-old trees and crushed the park’s footbridge.
Margaret Schmidt’s drawing “Tammy” received first place in the Masters division at the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show.

Margaret Schmidt’s drawing “Tammy” received first place in the Masters division at the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show.

Schmidt Receives Multiple Honors at Statewide MasterWorks Art Show

News Staff
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Margaret Schmidt of Lane earned two awards at the 28th annual SDHCA Dakota MasterWorks Art Show, held Nov. 6–7 at the Good Samaritan Society/Sanford National Campus in Sioux Falls.SchmidtreceivedanHonorable Mention in the Masters category for her watercolor painting “My Birthplace Home.
Wessington Springs to Kick Off Christmas Season With Holiday Event Dec. 1

Wessington Springs to Kick Off Christmas Season With Holiday Event Dec. 1

Wessington Springs to Kick Off Christmas Season With Holiday Event Dec. 1

News Staff
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Main Street will come alive with lights, music and community spirit on Monday, Dec. 1, as Wessington Springs hosts a town-wide holiday celebration.The event runs from 4 to 7 p.m., with the community Christmas tree lighting scheduled for 6 p.m.
True Dakotan Wants Your December Events

True Dakotan Wants Your December Events

True Dakotan Wants Your December Events

News Staff
Monday, November 17, 2025
With the holiday season in full swing, the True Dakotan is gathering submissions for its December Community Calendar, to publish next week. Thanks to the support of generous, communityminded sponsors, the calendar is offered free of charge to local organizations and event planners.
Sheriff’s Office Urges Drivers to Stay Alert for Wildlife This Fall

Sheriff’s Office Urges Drivers to Stay Alert for Wildlife This Fall

Sheriff’s Office Urges Drivers to Stay Alert for Wildlife This Fall

News Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
As fall turns to winter, wildlife activity across the region increases, and so does the risk of vehicle collisions. Jerauld County Sheriff Jason Weber reminds motorists to stay alert and know their responsibilities if an accident occurs.
Stocktyn Schweitzer, Hazel Schroeder and Hailey Hasty are among the pre-schoolers who led the Pledge of Allegiance during Tuesday’s Veterans Day program. (KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN)

Stocktyn Schweitzer, Hazel Schroeder and Hailey Hasty are among the pre-schoolers who led the Pledge of Allegiance during Tuesday’s Veterans Day program. (KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN)

A Student-Led Salute To Veterans

News Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Students, staff and community members gathered Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 11, for the annual Wessington Springs Veterans Day Program, coordinated by the school’s Leadership and Service class and the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Senior Chapter. The ceremony, held at 2 p.m.
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