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WSES students invited to join summer reading program

WSES students invited to join summer reading program

WSES students invited to join summer reading program

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Wessington Springs Elementary students are encouraged to keep reading this summer through the WSES Summer Reading Program.Students are invited to read books at their individual reading level and take Accelerated Reader (AR) tests throughout July and August.
A tornado with visible rotation touches down about 13 miles west of Wessington Springs along Highway 34 on Thursday afternoon, July 2. The tornado prompted a warning for Jerauld and Buffalo counties as first responders and storm spotters monitored the storm’s path. Despite heavy rain, hail and strong winds, no property damage was reported in Jerauld County. (PHOTO COURTESY JERAULD COUNTY SHERIFF JASON WEBER)

A tornado with visible rotation touches down about 13 miles west of Wessington Springs along Highway 34 on Thursday afternoon, July 2. The tornado prompted a warning for Jerauld and Buffalo counties as first responders and storm spotters monitored the storm’s path. Despite heavy rain, hail and strong winds, no property damage was reported in Jerauld County. (PHOTO COURTESY JERAULD COUNTY SHERIFF JASON WEBER)

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Severe weather brings tornado, heavy rain to area

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
A tornado briefly touched down west of Wessington Springs Thursday afternoon as severe thunderstorms moved across central South Dakota, prompting a tornado warning for Jerauld and Buffalo counties.At approximately 3:45 p.m., Jerauld County Sheriff Jason Weber reported a tornado with visible...
A Fourth to Remember

A Fourth to Remember

A Fourth to Remember

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
From Main Street to Springs Country Club and across to the city park, Wessington Springs came alive as residents and visitors kicked off one of the community’s largest Fourth of July gatherings in years while helping celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.
Caroline Witte, Wessington Springs, S.D., has been named to the President's Honor Roll with a 4.00 GPA for the Spring 2026 semester at Bismarck State College.

Caroline Witte, Wessington Springs, S.D., has been named to the President's Honor Roll with a 4.00 GPA for the Spring 2026 semester at Bismarck State College.

Witte named to the Spring 2026 BSC President's Honor Roll with a 4.00 GPA

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Caroline Witte, Wessington Springs, S.D., has been named to the President's Honor Roll with a 4.00 GPA for the Spring 2026 semester at Bismarck State College.'We know and appreciate that every student's journey is unique.

Fritzsche named to Lake Area Tech President's List

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Emma Fritzsche of Wessington has been named to the President's List at Lake Area Technical College for academic achievement.To qualify for the President's List, students must be enrolled full time, complete all coursework by the end of the semester and earn a semester grade point average between...
WOLSEY-WESSINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 4TH QUARTER HONOR ROLL 25-26

WOLSEY-WESSINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 4TH QUARTER HONOR ROLL 25-26

WOLSEY-WESSINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 4TH QUARTER HONOR ROLL 25-26

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
DISTINCTION 4.0 8th Grade Mary Ellen Bobeldyke Riley Eichstadt Mya Flemming Summer Gondzar Preslie Jensen Taryn Rainford Ciera Stevens7th GradeCourtney Dragt Emma Langbehn Addyson Wicks Asiria Woodruff6th GradeEverly Eichstadt Lindsay KemnitzHONOR 3.5-3.99 8th Grade Ty Boomsma Rayna...
Wolsey Community Foundation Opens Grant Applications for Local Projects

Wolsey Community Foundation Opens Grant Applications for Local Projects

Wolsey Community Foundation Opens Grant Applications for Local Projects

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The Wolsey Community Foundation is pleased to announce that, thanks to the generosity of Wolsey community members and supporters, it is now accepting applications for community grants.The grant application, which includes instructions and guidance on eligible projects, is available on the...
Old favorites and new traditions to fill holiday weekend

Old favorites and new traditions to fill holiday weekend

Old favorites and new traditions to fill holiday weekend

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Rodeo action, a community parade, turtle races, fireworks and a full day of family activities are planned as Wessington Springs prepares to celebrate Independence Day.Festivities began Thursday, July 2, with the Foothills Rodeo Queen Contest at 1 p.m. and the Foothills SDRA Rodeo at 7 p.m. at the...
Rain delays paving, but WS water main project remains on schedule

Rain delays paving, but WS water main project remains on schedule

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Rain delays paving, but WS water main project remains on schedule

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Recent rainfall has temporarily delayed paving on the City of Wessington Springs' water main replacement project, but engineers say the overall project remains on track for completion by the end of July.The project, which began in May, is replacing aging cast iron water mains with new PVC water...
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