Still a threat

BY DR. TOM DEAN Covid-19 continues to be a threat in South Dakota and beyond. However, the threat may be letting up – at least a little.

City at the Foothills

Darleen Cuppy wrote her Cuppy’s Corner news Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. Jerauld County held their 4-H Achievement days Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. They were celebrating 100 years of 4-H and wanted news articles and pictures from former members.

Local journalism is at risk in South Dakota, nation; action by Congress could help

More people read the Argus Leader today than they have in the history of the Argus Leader. Far fewer are paying for it. That’s pretty much my go-to line whenever I’m asked how the Argus Leader is doing. And I’m asked that question all the time.

City at the Foothills

“Cuppy’s Corner” by Dar Cuppy Darleen Cuppy wrote her Cuppy’s Corner news Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. Darleen enjoyed the roast beef dinner from the Manor kitchen Monday noon. Darleen watched the Twins and Detroit game Monday eve. It was very exciting!

Well who would have thunk this one?

Dear Editor and Wessington Springs area community, Well, who would have thunk this one? I plan to send another note in to thank all of the people who are helping restart the Owls. It is a hard process. We struggled mightily, just could not get a full squad — too much of real life gets in the way.

A look at our public health challenges

Our experience with Covid is nothing if not confusing and frustrating.

City at the Foothills

Darleen Cuppy wrote her Cuppy’s Corner news Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. Candi Sails and Baleigh came in the evening and visited awhile. They had gotten some things Darleen needed. Tuesday Darleen enjoyed the ham dinner from the Manor kitchen.

TAKE A BREATH...AND TRUST

Standing at the back of the church, you face your mom, not understanding the tears in her eyes, as she adjusts your veil.

City at the Foothills

Darleen Cuppy wrote her Cuppy’s Corner news Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. It was very hot and humid several days. Darleen enjoyed the chicken fried steak dinner from the Manor kitchen Tuesday noon. Stella Kraft was hostess for our 9 a.m. coffee on Wednesday.

Scholarship blood drive slated for August 9

LifeServe Blood Center, the sole supplier to over 157 hospitals in South Dakota, Iowa and Nebraska, is seeking eligible blood donors to give blood at an upcoming community blood drive. Blood is a vital part of treatment for countless illnesses and injuries afflicting local hospital patients.