FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT: WESSINGTON SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT

Greetings, It is hard to believe but we are quickly approaching the end of the 2025-26 school year. There are many things going on in our schools. In all of our schools we are doing the Smarter Balanced testing that is required by the South Dakota Department of Education.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

On Monday, April 20, 2026, dinner was hamburger and tater tots. Grandma played BINGO and won. Becky stopped and we got a birthday card ready for Evelyn Moralez, who works in the kitchen. Becky then took Grandma outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air.

WSHS Spring Play Kills

This past weekend the WSHS Students held the play “Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion,” a comedic murder mystery by Ian McWethy. Under the guidance of Director Katie Jackson, the cast performed three times over the course of two days: Friday April 17 and Saturday April 18.

Let’s Talk Trees: Arbor Day Event Planned for Wessington Springs

To the Editor: Friday, April 24 has been designated as “Arbor Day” by the Arbor Day Foundation. This is a day to call attention to the value of trees in our communities.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

On Monday, April 13, 2026, there were Dominos played in the morning and then after lunch, Grandma got her fingernails painted. There was some afternoon music by Carolyn & Teresa.On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, breakfast was cocoa wheats, donut, and chocolate milk.

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Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

On Monday, April 6, 2026, Grandma ate breakfast cream of wheat, hard boiled egg, and blueberry muffin with a glass of chocolate milk. Grandma has been enjoying her tulips from Brian, Jullie, Carlie, and Berklie Bell. Grandma won 5 times at BINGO. Candi stopped out to visit.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

Monday, March 30, 2026, Grandma had a good breakfast of cocoa wheats with raisins and a blueberry muffin. Cindy stopped in as she was helping Grandma get things finished up in the apartment. She ordered a new video chat frame for me, as well.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

Monday, March 23, 2026, Grandma Darleen was up early. She had a whirlpool bath before breakfast, where she enjoyed an egg and a pastry. Grandma enjoyed the afternoon BINGO. For supper she had scalloped potatoes and ham. Becky stopped out after track practice.

Candidates Who Overlook SD Newspapers Put Their Campaigns At Risk

As another election cycle approaches, many campaigns — by both newcomers and incumbents — are reconsidering how they communicate with voters.Some view newspaper advertising as outdated. Others assume digital platforms alone can carry their message.