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Fentanyl overdoses and arrest spark call for action
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Governor Kristi Noem ordered for flags to be at half-staff Wednesday for Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. According to the South Dakota Department of Health, there were 219 unintentional and undetermined overdose deaths in the state between 2020 and 2022. In 2023, Pennington County saw 77 fentanyl-related arrests. Last Friday, three more people were arrested for distributing and manufacturing fentanyl and methamphetamine.
“Best of the West” Draws Youth From 18 Counties To Springs
August 11, 2024, marked the 6th annual “Best of the West” county showcase held in Wessington Springs, SD. Thirty-three counties were invited to take part in the event. Eighteen counties paid their entry fee as well as some great sponsors including: Bruns Ranch, L4L Sheep Company, Farmers and Merchants State Bank, Rolling Hills Vet, First Dakota National Bank, Great Plains Farm Mutual Insurance, Dakota Pro Air, Ravine Creek Ranch, Simplot, JP Livestock, NLC Ranch, American Bank & Trust, Vitylle, Fairley Farms, Olsen Yorkshires. All monies were paid back out to the top five in each division in cash and prizes. The planning committee consisted of Kama Bruns, Marty and Mandy Michalek, Garrett Bischoff, Steve Zoss and Jim and Audra Scheel. Sweet Grass Eatery served a delicious concession stand and the barn was packed with spectators. Champions from each county were invited to attend the showcase after winning their local county 4-H shows. Andy Jensen, Sioux Falls, SD, evaluated the rabbits, poultry, and dairy divisions. Tawnie DeJong, Lincoln NE, selected the top five in the large livestock divisions.
Bench at Ball Field Dedicated in Memory of Local Man Alec Schmidt
Earlier this summer, the former and current mayors of Wessington Springs gathered with local man Todd Schmidt to dedicate a special bench at the ball field in memory of Schmidt’s son Alec who passed away on December 27, 2023.“The park bench was made in honor of Alec’s life. Mayor Bergeleen and Mayor Knipfer both helped with the process of making it possible to be installed at the city’s ball park…
Mayor’s Classic Draws Golfers From Near and Far
The longstanding tradition of the Mayor’s Classic carried on under new leadership earlier this month.“I think it went well for my first year organizing it as Mayor,” said City of Wessington Springs Mayor Ryan Knipfer. “It’s a way for the city to show our appreciation for area businesses, engineers we work with regularly and the town people as a whole.”Shown above, golfers gathered for a group…
Jones Utilizes TLA Project to Light a Smile
Mercedes Jones wanted to “Light a Smile” for the residents of the Weskota Manor Avera nursing home residents. She looked to her Teen Leadership Academy (TLA) 4-H project to turn an idea into reality.TLA is a 4-H program that helps grow member’s leadership skills and allows them to gain real life experiences. Once accepted into the TLA program, members are required to host both a public…
Tickets to trouble: Central States Fair warns about counterfeit tickets
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - If you’re looking forward to visiting the Central States Fair and are considering buying your tickets online, you may want to think again. The fair put a message out on Facebook Saturday warning fairgoers of counterfeit tickets and wristbands that have been sold on the social media site.
Sioux Falls Marathon This Sunday-Everything You Need To Know
The Sioux Falls Marathon is this Sunday (August 25) beginning and ending at Howard Wood Field in Sioux Falls. The Sioux Falls Sports Authority continues to do an outstanding job organizing this showcase event which is expected to see more than 2,000 participants on race day. According to the latest...
Members of the Rapid City Youth City Council have seat at table of local government
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Youth Council provides a link between the Rapid City Common Council and local teens in the community. It’s an opportunity for established community leaders to hear about the issues and experiences of the younger generation. Dylan Tipton is the Vice Chair of the Youth City Council and says there is a several-step selection process for people to become a member of the Youth Council, “It’s the cream of the crop,” Tipton said. The Youth Council tries to include members from different age groups. The goal is to have at least two members from 9th grade, at least two members in 10th grade, at least two members in 11th grade and at least two members in 12th grade.
12th annual Wine, Brew & BBQ Friday, Saturday
You can almost smell the barbecue on the streets of Hill City. In just a few days, 25 professional barbecue teams and 32 Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS) judges from South Dakota, Massachusetts, Wyoming, Colorado, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Canada will converge in downtown Hill City for the 12th annual Wine, Brew & BBQ (WBBBQ), Aug. 23-24.
B102.7s Bob and Tom Show Comedy Tour is Coming Back!
One night! One stage! So many comedians! So many laughs! It’s The Friends of The Bob & Tom Show Comedy Tour starring Pat Godwin, Al Jackson, Jeff Oskay. Friday night, October 25th, at the Grand Falls Casino and Golf Resort Event Center. Exclusive E-Club member pre-sale tickets on-sale Wednesday...
Madison accepts transfer of property from LAIC
The City of Madison accepted a transfer of property from the Lake Area Improvement Corporation (LAIC) at their Aug. 19 meeting, with the land to be used for potential expansion to Madison's wastewater treatment plant. The property in question sits along Highway 34 on the west side of the plant...
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