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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 23, 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.
“Second Call” Branding Party Slated for August 9

“Second Call” Branding Party Slated for August 9

“Second Call” Branding Party Slated for August 9

News Staff
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Due to an overwhelming response of over 70 brands at the first Branding Party, those who missed their chance now have an opportunity to place their brand at the Second Call Branding Party.
Alpena Fire Department’s Fire Chief, Ryder Schweitzer, (center) received the $3000 raised at the 12th Annual Brett Boomer Memorial Golf Classic. He is shown with Volunteer Fireman Chris Albrecht, (right) and Todd Boomer, (left). Proceeds from the event are used to help improve the AFD’s firefighting/rescue equipment and for continued training.

Alpena Fire Department’s Fire Chief, Ryder Schweitzer, (center) received the $3000 raised at the 12th Annual Brett Boomer Memorial Golf Classic. He is shown with Volunteer Fireman Chris Albrecht, (right) and Todd Boomer, (left). Proceeds from the event are used to help improve the AFD’s firefighting/rescue equipment and for continued training.

Annual Brett Boomer Memorial Golf Classic Raises Funds for Alpena Fire Department

News Staff
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Nearly 60 golfers, as well as many onlookers, helpers, family and friends attended the 12th Annual Brett Boomer Memorial Golf Classic on what started out as a rainy Saturday morning on June 15, 2024, but soon turned to sunshine within the first few holes of the day.
Shown at the Huron 911 Dispatch Center are, left to right: Lisa McWethy, 911 Telecommunications Dispatch Supervisor; Deb Fastnacht, Jerauld County Ambulance Director; Eric Schroeder, Wessington Springs Fire Chief; Jerauld County Sheriff Jason Weber; Kaeden Nelson-Hare, 911 Telecommunication Dispatcher.

Shown at the Huron 911 Dispatch Center are, left to right: Lisa McWethy, 911 Telecommunications Dispatch Supervisor; Deb Fastnacht, Jerauld County Ambulance Director; Eric Schroeder, Wessington Springs Fire Chief; Jerauld County Sheriff Jason Weber; Kaeden Nelson-Hare, 911 Telecommunication Dispatcher.

“DISPATCH HELPS US HELP YOU”

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Every second counts when it comes to positive outcomes during emergencies and first responders in Jerauld County strive for quick, high quality responses to each and every call.
Alpena FD Tractor Pull Returns This Weekend

Alpena FD Tractor Pull Returns This Weekend

Alpena FD Tractor Pull Returns This Weekend

News Staff
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
The Alpena Volunteer Fire Department’s (AVFD) Annual Tractor pull is set to take place on July 27. A full afternoon of activities includes a kids pedal pull at 10:30 a.m., a car show at 12 p.m., a tractor pull at 1 p.m. and live entertainment all afternoon.
New Event Thursday: Art in the Park

New Event Thursday: Art in the Park

New Event Thursday: Art in the Park

News Staff
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Let your inner artist show by attending the Art in the Park event on Thursday, July 25, from 12- 2 p.m. in the Wessington Springs City Park by the field house. Activities include rock painting, sketching, watercolors, flower hammering and origami. This event is free and all ages are welcome.
Foothills Days Events Fill First Weekend of August

Foothills Days Events Fill First Weekend of August

Foothills Days Events Fill First Weekend of August

News Staff
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
The “City at the Foothills” is continuing its city-wide celebration of food, fun and shopping with exciting events during the fifth annual “Foothills Days” on August 2 and 3, all held in Wessington Springs.
Emmitt Feistner was a regular in the 2023 Alpena Tractor Pull with several hooks. TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO

Emmitt Feistner was a regular in the 2023 Alpena Tractor Pull with several hooks. TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO

Alpena FD Tractor Pull Returns This Weekend

Riley Roduner / True Dakotan
Monday, July 22, 2024
The Alpena Volunteer Fire Department’s (AVFD) Annual Tractor pull is set to take place on July 27. A full afternoon of activities includes a kids pedal pull at 10:30 a.m., a car show at 12 p.m., a tractor pull at 1 p.m. and live entertainment all afternoon.
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