A ceremony honoring 50 years of continuous American Legion dedication was held last Thursday in honor of two Willman-Fee Post 14 members Dayle Winter and Lloyd Kraft.
Both lifetime members, the men were recognized for 50 years of membership and presented a certificate and a pin by Post Commander…
Servant-leader. Mentor. Positive example. Champion for farmers. Dedicated legislator. Great man. Public servant. South Dakota treasure.
As the tributes from across the community, state and nation poured in following the news of Jim Burg’s passing on April 16, it became clear that his passion for…
On Monday, April 15, 2024, teams blew into Spartan Stadium to participate in the junior high track & field meet. Athletes competed in the 7th grade or 8th grade division. If a school used an 8th grade runner to complete a relay team, they competed in the 8th grade division even though three…
PHOTO COURTESY WSHS
In a ceremony held at Wessington Springs High School (WSHS) earlier this month, school administration announced that WSHS senior, Abby Kolousek has committed to signing on with the track and field team at Northern State University after graduation. Kolousek currently runs mid-…
By: Hayes Christensen
When I sit atop the horse Trotting along
The white cows walk by, Wondrous and nice
Falling asleep from the Smooth trot
Riding along the pasture Studying, attentive
Studying every feature of that bull
Shape and soundness Looking and observing intensely.…
BY: PAXTON WALZ
When I think of
Dirt bikes
They take over my mind
Vroom!
As my fingers let go of the clutch
Braaaaaaap!!
Then I switch gears
Click!
The bike speeds up
Revving engine
My mind is racing.
________________________
All of a sudden
Boom!!!
The bike blew up.
Classic Yamaha…
BY: MICA MUÑOZ
In a city full of stars, I’m Norma Jeane.
Behind the bright lights, not everything’s as it seems.
I smile big, but inside, I’m not okay; There’s more to me than the roles I play.
Growing up was hard, always moving, never still, Hoping each new place would fill The empty space in…
BY: BROOKE MOHLING
Running, jumping, and running again, Breathing heavily, I pace and chase the people in front of me, Waiting, The sound of my feet hitting the track.
Patiently, I make my final lap and taste the victory.
Passionate, It’s overcrowded, but I’m there first.
Fast, I met my goals…
BY: FELICITY ORMSMITH
When I was seven I stayed at my grandparents’ house for the weekend.
And during the afternoon, I heard my nana on the piano Playing a tune.
I sat on the bench next to her As she played her songs.
Not a single note she played was wrong.
The sounds ticked my ears, Each note…
The South Dakota State Fair announced a significant expansion for 2024, shifting the official start date from Thursday to Wednesday, adding a day to the fair. Fair officials say the change will accommodate all livestock shows within the week of the fair and provide a more enriching and complete…
