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Gov. Rhoden Opens Call to Student Artists

In celebration of National Arts in Education Week, Governor Larry Rhoden and the South Dakota Arts Council announce the opening of the Governor’s Student Art Competition.“Our kids deserve a well-rounded education that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and personal growth.
A crew from Rexwinkel Concrete works in the early morning hours placing forms in preparation for pouring curb and gutter on 2nd Street east of Barrett Avenue in Wessington Springs Monday, October 6, 2025. After weeks of delays, project engineer Brad Lawrence of Brosz Engineering said progress improved when the city contacted the contractor’s bond company, prompting the contractor to bring in additional workers and equipment to get the long-troubled street project back on track. (KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN)

A crew from Rexwinkel Concrete works in the early morning hours placing forms in preparation for pouring curb and gutter on 2nd Street east of Barrett Avenue in Wessington Springs Monday, October 6, 2025. After weeks of delays, project engineer Brad Lawrence of Brosz Engineering said progress improved when the city contacted the contractor’s bond company, prompting the contractor to bring in additional workers and equipment to get the long-troubled street project back on track. (KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN)

Bond Company Pressure Speeds Up 2nd Street Work

A crew from Rexwinkel Concrete works in the early morning hours placing forms in preparation for pouring curb and gutter on 2nd Street east of Barrett Avenue in Wessington Springs Monday, October 6, 2025.
A combine moves steadily as harvest season continues across the region. Local officials urge motorists to slow down, give farm equipment plenty of space, and avoid passing at intersections to help keep everyone safe during the busy harvest. (PHOTO / JASON WEBER)

A combine moves steadily as harvest season continues across the region. Local officials urge motorists to slow down, give farm equipment plenty of space, and avoid passing at intersections to help keep everyone safe during the busy harvest. (PHOTO / JASON WEBER)

Harvest Season Heightens Rural Roadway Safety Concerns

Farm equipment has been rolling steadily across the region this month as harvest moves into full swing. The long hours and the race to beat the weather often mean that both farmers and motorists find themselves sharing rural roads more than usual and sometimes in lessthan-ideal conditions.
More than 200 Wessington Springs High School alumni and former teachers filled the Ag Building for a noon luncheon during the 2025 All-School Reunion on Sept. 27.

More than 200 Wessington Springs High School alumni and former teachers filled the Ag Building for a noon luncheon during the 2025 All-School Reunion on Sept. 27.

WSHS Alumni Gather for 2025 All-School Reunion

More than 200 Wessington Springs High School (WSHS) alumni and former teachers returned home Sept. 27 for the 2025 All-School Reunion, held at the Ag Building with a noon luncheon.The program began with the Pledge of Allegiance and a recognition of veterans from all branches of military service.
Shown back row, from left: Scott Hines, Perry Jost, Jason Winter, Ken Cudmore, Jason Burma, Casey Burg, Front row, from left: Chris Schimke, Chad Andersen, Kori Blake, Melanie Schelske, Gerrad Doering, Becky Fjerstad.

Shown back row, from left: Scott Hines, Perry Jost, Jason Winter, Ken Cudmore, Jason Burma, Casey Burg, Front row, from left: Chris Schimke, Chad Andersen, Kori Blake, Melanie Schelske, Gerrad Doering, Becky Fjerstad.

WSHS Class of 1990 Marks 35th Reunion at Field House

Members of the Wessington Springs High School Class of 1990 gathered at the Field House on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, to celebrate their 35th reunion.
After working for the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) for 39 years, Steve Winter is turning in his soil probe. (PHOTO COURTESY TANYA FLEGEL)

After working for the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) for 39 years, Steve Winter is turning in his soil probe. (PHOTO COURTESY TANYA FLEGEL)

Steve Winter: Legacy Rooted in South Dakota Soil

Republished in the True Dakotan with permission from the authorSoil plays a very vital role for farmers and ranchers in the area. For many of them, Steve Winter is the guy they have worked with over the years when it comes to anything soils.
 

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