Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

On Monday, January 19, 2026, it was very cold and blustery day. There was no school due to the Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Becky stopped to remind me that there would not be any mail delivered today because of the Holiday as well. I watched the Spartans play in the 281 basketball tournament.

When Rights Depend on Who Holds Them, We All Should Pause

My heart is heavy as I learn more about the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Minneapolis man, Alex Pretti, last weekend.According to federal authorities, Pretti was shot and killed by a U.S. Border Patrol Agent during an immigration-related lawenforcement operation on Saturday morning, Jan.

LETTERBOX: A Physician’s Perspective on Vaccines and Public Health

Dear Editor, Immunizations/vaccinations, especially childhood vaccinations, that have been accepted as a routine part of life for many years have become more controversial. Questions have been raised regarding risks and/or necessity of vaccines.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

Monday, January 12, 2026, Grandma Dar enjoyed sitting in the whirlpool tub. She really enjoyed her Cream of Wheat breakfast with hardboiled egg and orange slices. Grandma Dar had therapy with Jen Jensen. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, it was her son-in-law, Jeff Theurer’s birthday.

FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT:

WESSINGTON SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICTIt does not seem that long ago, that we were preparing for end of first semester and looking forward to the Holiday Break. Now we are over two weeks into 2nd semester and things are happening fast.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

Happy birthday to daughter-in-law Nancy Cuppy on January 4, 2026.On Monday, January 5, 2026, Grandma Dar had a whirlpool bath and a massage by Loni Reindl Reif. She attended Bingo in the dining hall and had good luck winning some nickels. On Tuesday, January 6, Dr. Lim stopped in to see Grandma.

LETTERBOX: A Community Effort to Support a Deployed Parent

Dear Editor, At Wessington Springs Elementary School, we believe one of the most important lessons we can teach our students is how to show kindness, gratitude, and support for others. With that in mind, our school is hosting a January Supply Drive to support one of our own school families.

Moving Forward, Together

A new year always brings with it a sense of possibility.It’s a time when we pause, if only briefly, to reflect on where we’ve been, where we stand in the present moment and where we hope to go next.

Foothills News: “Cuppy’s Corner”

Saturday, December 27 Grandma was visited by Cheryl , Darryl and Nancy, Candi, Deion, Athena, and True.Sunday and Monday, December 28 and 29th Grandma Dar remained at Avera McKennan hospital in Sioux Falls. Cheryl and Candi were with her and Cathy, Ella, and Nora stopped in.

LETTERBOX: In Praise of Truth, Integrity, and Local News

Dear Kristi, WOW, the Christmas edition of the True Dakotan didn’t disappoint! In fact, it went far beyond my expectations, and I wanted to thank you for all you do to provide a weekly newspaper in such a challenging time.