News

Shown left to right are members of the Wessington Springs FFA Land Judging Team, Carter Gaikowski, Remie Roduner, Ella Fagerhaug and Max Klein.

Shown left to right are members of the Wessington Springs FFA Land Judging Team, Carter Gaikowski, Remie Roduner, Ella Fagerhaug and Max Klein.

Wessington Springs FFA Land Judging Team Finishes Fifth in the Nation

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
With a longstanding reputation of sending teams-to-contend-with to the National Land and Range Judging Contest in Oklahoma City, this year’s Wessington Springs High School FFA Land Judging Team did not disappoint, bringing hefty titles back home to the South Dakota prairie last week.
The True Dakotan won an award in the Best Feature Photo category for the photo above titled “Not A Chance Of Dampened Spirits At Foothills Days 2023.”

The True Dakotan won an award in the Best Feature Photo category for the photo above titled “Not A Chance Of Dampened Spirits At Foothills Days 2023.”

Newsrooms, journalists honored for excellence in SDNA contest

News Staff
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
True Dakotan Brings Home Four Editorial Awards The South Dakota NewMedia Association announced the winners for entries in its annual contest that recognizes overall quality work in news, editorial, advertising, design, digital and social media.
Cecile Knight with the help of Joyce Krueger decorated a lemon-themed table. She is shown with Rebecka Havlik and Linda Easton.

Cecile Knight with the help of Joyce Krueger decorated a lemon-themed table. She is shown with Rebecka Havlik and Linda Easton.

Beloved Jerauld County Tradition Draws Record Crowd

News Staff
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
BY DELIA ATKINSON / TRUE DAKOTAN  The 11th annual Festival of Tables at the Wessington Springs Senior Citizen’s Center was a sold-out event. Due to additional requests for tickets, another table was added to the room, and twelve tables of eight were filled.
May is SACOTA Membership Month

May is SACOTA Membership Month

May is SACOTA Membership Month

News Staff
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Springs Area Council of the Arts (SACOTA) holds its membership drive each year during the month of May. The group depends on annual memberships to support its programs during the year.
Mid Dakota Bus Tour Postponed to May 22

Mid Dakota Bus Tour Postponed to May 22

Mid Dakota Bus Tour Postponed to May 22

News Staff
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
The Mid Dakota bus tour originally scheduled for May 1 has been postponed to May 22. Those interested in attending are encouraged to contact City Hall to sign up for the tour.
SD FFA Sponsor, Farm Credit Services of America; Elden Blume, Redfield; Ryan Blagg, McCook Central; Abigail Kolousek, Wessington Springs; Cash Lehrman, Bridgewater Emery.

SD FFA Sponsor, Farm Credit Services of America; Elden Blume, Redfield; Ryan Blagg, McCook Central; Abigail Kolousek, Wessington Springs; Cash Lehrman, Bridgewater Emery.

WSHS Senior Among Four FFA Star Agribusiness Finalists in SD

News Staff
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
BY KRISTI HINE AND RILEY RODUNERWith a family history rooted in agriculture, Abigail (Abby) Kolousek made the decision at a young age to pave her own path in the agriculture industry.
KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN A small but mighty group gathered at the Springs Inn Cafe last Thursday to celebrate the 73rd Annual National Day of Prayer. Shown left to right, back row: Becky Easter, Pastor Mike Easter, City of Wessington Springs Mayor Brian Bergeleen. Front row, left to right: Phil Wipf, Pastor Cheri Van Gorp, Joyce Krueger, Jeannie Franceus, Rod Huisman.

KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN A small but mighty group gathered at the Springs Inn Cafe last Thursday to celebrate the 73rd Annual National Day of Prayer. Shown left to right, back row: Becky Easter, Pastor Mike Easter, City of Wessington Springs Mayor Brian Bergeleen. Front row, left to right: Phil Wipf, Pastor Cheri Van Gorp, Joyce Krueger, Jeannie Franceus, Rod Huisman.

National Day of Prayer Celebrated in Jerauld County

News Staff
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Last Thursday, May 2, a local effort brought a national movement to Wessington Springs.
Spring Clean Up Day Scheduled in Wessington Springs

Spring Clean Up Day Scheduled in Wessington Springs

Spring Clean Up Day Scheduled in Wessington Springs

News Staff
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
As warmer weather draws residents outdoors, spring clean up to-do lists grow lengthy in a hurry. The City of Wessington Springs is planning its Spring Clean Up Day May 13. City employees will pick up tree branches, white goods (appliances), furniture, and carpet.
DAVE BORDEWYK / SDNA Outgoing SDNA President Kristi Hine with newly elected President Molly McRoberts of the Potter County News at Gettysburg. Molly will serve as the 2024-25 president.

DAVE BORDEWYK / SDNA Outgoing SDNA President Kristi Hine with newly elected President Molly McRoberts of the Potter County News at Gettysburg. Molly will serve as the 2024-25 president.

True Dakotan Publisher Passes Gavel to New SDNA President During Annual Convention

News Staff
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Gettysburg editor elected to lead state's news media association Molly McRoberts, editor of the Potter County News at Gettysburg, was elected the 138th president of the South Dakota NewsMedia Association (SDNA) during the organization’s annual meeting on April 26 in Huron.
Subscribe to
 

Subscribe to the online newsletter:

* indicates required

Intuit Mailchimp