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Vote South Dakota forum aims to shed light on ‘complicated’ election

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Trina Lapp, an 18-year-old Milbank native who attends Dakota Wesleyan University, doesn’t view politics or the upcoming election as an afterthought. She’s digging in.“I think it’s important for young people to be involved and learn about the candidates and issues,” said Lapp.

Wessington Springs Elementary School Hosting Artist in the Schools

News Staff

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Wessington Springs Elementary School will host Candy Hamilton as an Artist in the School September 23-27. Hamilton will be working with fifth and sixth graders writing and revising poems and fictional stories.

Homecoming King Richard Cardona and Queen Kennedy Kolousek at the “burning of the WS” at coronation.

SCHOOL SPIRIT SOARS DURING HOCO 2024

News Staff

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

From whitewashing the streets of Wessington Springs to capping off homecoming week with football and volleyball victories, HOCO 2024 was one for the books.

Limited Gala Tickets Available Through Wednesday Evening

News Staff

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

With the Build Springs Gala just a few nights out, committee members encourage those wishing to attend to purchase tickets or tables by Wednesday evening. Call or text Hilary Grohs at (605) 680-9901 to purchase your tickets or with any questions.

Drawing for Roxor 4x4 side-by-side to be held at September 16 auction.

American Legion: Everything Must Go at September 16 Auction

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan

Friday, September 13, 2024

According to members of the American Legion Willman-Fee Post 14, “Everything must go” at the auction scheduled for September 16 starting at 5 p.m. Doors will open at 4 p.m.

PHOTO COURTESY WSES Back Row, left to right: Lincoln Mikkelson, Holden Schelske, Crew Wenzel, Dawson Bultsma, Myles Tanke, Liberty Mikkelson, Hayden Bultsma, Alice Heumiller, Kenzley Schuh. Front Row, Left to Right: Mary Tanke, Hanna Wenzel, Tatum Powell, Blair Murphy, Raven Richardson, Kolt Messmer, Jesse Arhart, Adam Knippling, Eli Colqui. Not pictured: Kix Coleman.

Art Awards Abound

News Staff

Friday, September 13, 2024

There was no shortage of recognition in the way of South Dakota State Fair ribbons when it came to Wessington Springs Elementary School (WSES) student artwork.

True Dakotan staff is currently producing the 2024 edition of Jerauld County Outdoors, the annual Jerauld County area hunting guide. The 2023 edition is pictured above.

Secure ad space for our award-winning hunting guide

News Staff

Friday, September 13, 2024

Each year, as thousands of hunters flock to the prairie to walk the fields with their family and friends, local businesses offer up specials and area organizations host time-honored events throughout the season-long celebration.

Last week, 20 horse-drawn wagons and over 100 riders united in Jerauld County to take part in the Kyle Evans Memorial Wagon Train.

Memorial Wagon Train Makes Annual Trek

News Staff

Friday, September 13, 2024

New memories were made and old traditions honored as 20 horse-drawn wagons and over 100 riders united in Jerauld County to take part in the Kyle Evans Memorial Wagon Train.

Trivia comedian John Cosgrove will headline at the Build Springs “Pitches and Poker” Gala.

Enjoy a Vegas Night Out at Build Springs Gala “Pitches and Poker”

News Staff

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Build Springs committee members invite the community for a Vegas night out while supporting baseball complex improvements in Wessington Springs by attending the Build Springs Gala on Saturday, September 21 at the newly constructed Rec Center.

Something for Everyone at Build Springs Gala Live Auction

News Staff

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

With auction items rolling in daily for the “Pitches and Poker” Gala event slated for September 21, organizers from the Build Springs Committee shared a sneak peek with True Dakotan readers.

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