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Kelli Shryock and JMS Firewaters Jewel capture their second gold globe in the Select division. (PHOTO BY JOE DUTY)

Kelli Shryock and JMS Firewaters Jewel capture their second gold globe in the Select division. (PHOTO BY JOE DUTY)

South Dakota Strong

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026
STORY BY HOLLY CLANAHANOriginally published in the January-February 2026 edition of the American Quarter Horse Journal.
City of WS Reviews Timeline for Rural Water, Water Main Projects

City of WS Reviews Timeline for Rural Water, Water Main Projects

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City of WS Reviews Timeline for Rural Water, Water Main Projects

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
City officials, engineers and contractors met Feb. 4 at Wessington Springs City Hall to review details and timelines for two major infrastructure projects: the Mid-Dakota Rural Water connection and the city’s water main replacement project.Representatives from the City of Wessington Springs, SPN...
The SDSU Extension hippology team made up of Delaney Zoss, Sanborn County; Hayden Talsma, Bon Homme County; Aedan Klawonn, of Lake County; and Isabella Kolousek, Buffalo/Jerauld counties won second place at the 2026 Western National Roundup in January in Denver, Colorado.

The SDSU Extension hippology team made up of Delaney Zoss, Sanborn County; Hayden Talsma, Bon Homme County; Aedan Klawonn, of Lake County; and Isabella Kolousek, Buffalo/Jerauld counties won second place at the 2026 Western National Roundup in January in Denver, Colorado.

SDSU Extension 4-H excels at 2026 Western National Roundup

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota State University Extension 4-H youth excelled at the 2026 Western National Roundup, winning the overall high state award in the Horse Classic.In the Horse Classic, states can compete in hippology, horse (quiz) bowl, public speaking and judging.
WSHS Athletic 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees to be Recognized Feb. 27

WSHS Athletic 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees to be Recognized Feb. 27

WSHS Athletic 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees to be Recognized Feb. 27

News Staff
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
The 2026 Wessington Springs High School Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees have been announced and will be recognized at the Spartan’s home boys basketball game vs Sanborn-Central/Woonsocket on February 27.Inductees are: Richard Cutler and Sarah (Horsley) Larson.The Hall of Fame program was created by...
Alexis Roesler places a tapping spile into the maple tree.

Alexis Roesler places a tapping spile into the maple tree.

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WSHS Ag Students Begin Maple Syrup Project

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Wessington Springs High School (WSHS) agriculture students took advantage of favorable weather conditions Monday, Feb. 9, to tap their first maple tree, marking the beginning of a new hands-on maple syrup project tied to the school’s expanding ag program.Under the direction of ag instructor Brady...
Farmers Union Launches Collegiate Clubs

Farmers Union Launches Collegiate Clubs

Farmers Union Launches Collegiate Clubs

Lura Roti
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Abby Kolousek grew up in Farmers Union. She attended camps and a D.C. Fly-In with her parents Scott and Amber. When she learned there was an opportunity to continue her involvement at the collegiate level, she was eager to engage.“I saw this strong sense of community through Farmers Union.
The Dueling Duo performs during the dueling pianos fundraiser at the Alpena Community Center on Saturday, Feb. 7. The musicians took song requests in exchange for donations to help raise funds for the Alpena Volunteer Fire Department.

The Dueling Duo performs during the dueling pianos fundraiser at the Alpena Community Center on Saturday, Feb. 7. The musicians took song requests in exchange for donations to help raise funds for the Alpena Volunteer Fire Department.

Community Rallies to Fund Alpena FD Gear at Dueling Pianos Night

News Staff
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
The return of the Dueling Duo drew a crowd to the Alpena Community Center on Saturday, Feb. 7, as the Alpena Volunteer Fire Department hosted a fundraiser to support the purchase of 10 new sets of bunker gear for the department.
Members of the newly installed Wessington Springs Area Chamber and Development board are pictured above. Shown left to right are: Co-Chair Ryan Jensen, Event Coordinator Danielle Duxbury, Co-Chair Troy Duxbury, Treasurer/ Event Coordinator Katie Jackson, Industry/Community Relations Coordinator Kim Burg, Secretary/Event Coordinator Chelsea Cashman and Vice President Pat Fastnacht. (PHOTO COURTESY GWYNETH FASTNACHT)

Members of the newly installed Wessington Springs Area Chamber and Development board are pictured above. Shown left to right are: Co-Chair Ryan Jensen, Event Coordinator Danielle Duxbury, Co-Chair Troy Duxbury, Treasurer/ Event Coordinator Katie Jackson, Industry/Community Relations Coordinator Kim Burg, Secretary/Event Coordinator Chelsea Cashman and Vice President Pat Fastnacht. (PHOTO COURTESY GWYNETH FASTNACHT)

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WSACD Introduces New Board, Sets Priorities for 2026

News Staff
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
The Wessington Springs Area Chamber & Development (WSACD) introduced its new board leadership last week at its annual meeting, with cochair Troy Duxbury outlining a renewed focus on collaboration, community engagement and long-term planning.Duxbury and Ryan Jensen will serve as co-chairs of the...
Weskota Foundation hosts “Bouquets Just Because” fundraiser

Weskota Foundation hosts “Bouquets Just Because” fundraiser

Weskota Foundation hosts “Bouquets Just Because” fundraiser

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The Weskota Foundation is hosting its annual flower fundraiser under a new name, Bouquets Just Because, formerly known as Roses Just Because.Foundation Coordinator Ellen Powell said the board decided to switch from single roses to mixed bouquets because they last longer and are more cost-effective,...
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