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The “City at the Foothills” continues its city-wide celebration of food, fun and shopping with exciting events during the fifth annual “Foothills Days” this weekend on August 2 and 3, all held in Wessington Springs.

The “City at the Foothills” continues its city-wide celebration of food, fun and shopping with exciting events during the fifth annual “Foothills Days” this weekend on August 2 and 3, all held in Wessington Springs.

Foothills Days: City-Wide Celebration This Weekend

News Staff
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
The “City at the Foothills” continues its city-wide celebration of food, fun and shopping with exciting events during the fifth annual “Foothills Days” this weekend on August 2 and 3, all held in Wessington Springs.
In his fourth year competing in tractor pulls, ten-year-old Cade Albrecht was a force to be reckoned with.

In his fourth year competing in tractor pulls, ten-year-old Cade Albrecht was a force to be reckoned with.

Pulling for the Alpena Fire Department

News Staff
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
In just four years, the Alpena Fire Department’s Annual Tractor Pull has evolved into a beloved community celebration, continuing to grow since its inception in 2021.“It was a fantastic turnout,” said Alpena fireman and tractor pull organizer Chris Albrecht.
Save the Date for Annual Build Springs Gala

Save the Date for Annual Build Springs Gala

Save the Date for Annual Build Springs Gala

News Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
This year’s Build Springs Gala is set for Saturday, September 21 and will be held in the newly constructed Rec Center.All proceeds from the 2024 fundraiser event will go toward improvements and upgrades to the two baseball complexes in Wessington Springs.
Pictured from left to right standing: Deloris Grohs Fuegen, Maureen (Mickey) Rhodes Hein, Vera Speck Weber, Kathleen Wall Balster, Dayle Winter. Seated: Don Grohs and Lloyd Kraft.

Pictured from left to right standing: Deloris Grohs Fuegen, Maureen (Mickey) Rhodes Hein, Vera Speck Weber, Kathleen Wall Balster, Dayle Winter. Seated: Don Grohs and Lloyd Kraft.

Class of 1953 Celebrates 71st Class Reunion

News Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
On July 3, 2024 the Class of 1953 held their 71st class reunion at the Springs Inn Café.“Carla, as usual took great care of us. We were a class of 48 and now there are 14 of us left,” shared Maureen Hein.
Class of 1982 Celebrates with School Tour, Food and Fellowship

Class of 1982 Celebrates with School Tour, Food and Fellowship

Class of 1982 Celebrates with School Tour, Food and Fellowship

News Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
The WSHS class of 1982 celebrated their 42nd class reunion July 19 and 20. The class as a whole sends a huge thank you to the Springs Inn for providing a wonderful meal for the classmates, to Donna Schimke for the tour of the high school and Slippery's for social hour. A good time was had by all.
Local Talent Draws A Crowd To Shakespeare Garden

Local Talent Draws A Crowd To Shakespeare Garden

Local Talent Draws A Crowd To Shakespeare Garden

News Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Last week’s featured musical talent at Music in the Garden included a wide array of local musicians: Olinger vocal duet, Morgan Mentele and Jan Krohmer flute duet, Julie Fastnacht/ Brett and Blake Miller vocal trio (pictured), Taryn Bartel on flute and piano plus a duet with sister Kenzie, Walz...
PHOTO COURTESY JULIE WHITEHEAD

PHOTO COURTESY JULIE WHITEHEAD

An Unlikely Nest

News Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
At first glance, the wall ornaments on Twila Whitehead’s patio at the Apollo Apartments located on Main Street in Wessington Springs is simply outdoor decor.
Shown left to right, back row: Eric Schroeder, Gloria Vavra, Shane Mentzer. Front row, Evelyn Moralez, Betsy Schroeder, Hazel Schroeder and Reina Ford. SUBMITTED

Shown left to right, back row: Eric Schroeder, Gloria Vavra, Shane Mentzer. Front row, Evelyn Moralez, Betsy Schroeder, Hazel Schroeder and Reina Ford. SUBMITTED

Pin Twisters Pink Ladies Make Local Donation

News Staff
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Earlier this month, Pin Twisters Pink Ladies Dart League presented funds raised during their season to a local woman battling cancer, Evelyn Moralez.“The Pink Ladies raised a total of $1200 during the season and chose to donate it to Evelyn,” explained Pin Twisters co-owner Betsy Schroeder.
City of Wessington Springs employees Dylan Schimke and Lucas VanEnglenburg (foreground) work to repair a sprinkler at David Jost Memorial Field in preparation for this weekend’s amateur baseball district tournament. Cade Mohling (background) walks toward the mound to continue valve repairs. KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN

City of Wessington Springs employees Dylan Schimke and Lucas VanEnglenburg (foreground) work to repair a sprinkler at David Jost Memorial Field in preparation for this weekend’s amateur baseball district tournament. Cade Mohling (background) walks toward the mound to continue valve repairs. KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN

Readying the Ball Field for District Tourney

Riley Roduner True Dakotan
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Although baseball action doesn’t begin until Saturday at noon, David Jost Memorial Field in Wessington Springs is a flurry of activity as the City at the Foothills prepares to host round one of the Pony Hills League District Tournament July 27 and 28.
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