CLEANING HOUSE AT THE STATE FAIR. More than 30 Wessington Springs Elementary students in grades K-6 proudly show off the artwork and ribbons they earned at the South Dakota State Fair. The young artists gathered in the elementary lunchroom for a group photo celebrating an impressive showing at this year’s fair. (PHOTO COURTESY LEXI JOHNSEN)

CLEANING HOUSE AT THE STATE FAIR. More than 30 Wessington Springs Elementary students in grades K-6 proudly show off the artwork and ribbons they earned at the South Dakota State Fair. The young artists gathered in the elementary lunchroom for a group photo celebrating an impressive showing at this year’s fair. (PHOTO COURTESY LEXI JOHNSEN)

Little artists win big at State Fair

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
CLEANING HOUSE AT THE STATE FAIR.
THE CUP IS BACK. Springs Country Club golfers reclaimed the Solheim Cup with an 8-4 victory Sept. 11 in Wessington Springs. Pictured are, from left, Cheyenne Burg, Kim Burg, Teresa Fonder, Millie Christensen, Marissa Schelske, Regina Teveldal, Barb Hine, Erin Yost, Gloria Vavra, Patsy Sorben, Kimberly Ahrenstorff and Joyce Krueger. (COURTESY PHOTO)

THE CUP IS BACK. Springs Country Club golfers reclaimed the Solheim Cup with an 8-4 victory Sept. 11 in Wessington Springs. Pictured are, from left, Cheyenne Burg, Kim Burg, Teresa Fonder, Millie Christensen, Marissa Schelske, Regina Teveldal, Barb Hine, Erin Yost, Gloria Vavra, Patsy Sorben, Kimberly Ahrenstorff and Joyce Krueger. (COURTESY PHOTO)

CUP COMES HOME: Springs ladies reclaim Solheim title

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The Solheim Cup is back in Wessington Springs. The sixth annual competition was held Sept.
The Wessington Springs City Council voted Wednesday to support an application for federal funding for the proposed Historic Wessington Springs Walking Route & Pedestrian Access Project.

The Wessington Springs City Council voted Wednesday to support an application for federal funding for the proposed Historic Wessington Springs Walking Route & Pedestrian Access Project.

Council backs application for walking route grant

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The Wessington Springs City Council voted Wednesday to support an application for federal funding...
Jenna Mikkelson opened Relax and Revive in Wessington Springs in April, combining two things she had already come to enjoy herself — tanning and sauna use — with the convenience of 24-hour access. Mikkelson, pictured with the studio’s infrared sauna, said she wanted to bring services to town that residents otherwise might travel elsewhere to use.

Jenna Mikkelson opened Relax and Revive in Wessington Springs in April, combining two things she had already come to enjoy herself — tanning and sauna use — with the convenience of 24-hour access. Mikkelson, pictured with the studio’s infrared sauna, said she wanted to bring services to town that residents otherwise might travel elsewhere to use.

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Relax, Revive and Stay Close to Home

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

For Jenna Mikkelson, the idea behind Relax and Revive started with a realization somewhere along the miles between Wessington Springs and Huron.She loved tanning. Her daughter, Londyn, did too.
Jerrytt Culver and Zachary Kruse were among the Wessington Springs High School seniors who filled the Humm-Dinger storefront windows with names and Homecoming messages Tuesday after rain washed away their traditional Sunday night street whitewashing. Store Manager Ellen Tobin offered the windows to the students after learning Mother Nature had erased their handiwor

Jerrytt Culver and Zachary Kruse were among the Wessington Springs High School seniors who filled the Humm-Dinger storefront windows with names and Homecoming messages Tuesday after rain washed away their traditional Sunday night street whitewashing. Store Manager Ellen Tobin offered the windows to the students after learning Mother Nature had erased their handiwor

When rain washes away tradition, community steps in

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

For generations, Wessington Springs High School seniors have kicked off Homecoming week by leaving their mark on the community, quite literally.

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Central Electric Cooperative is accepting Operation Round-Up grant applications for local projects until Nov. 1.

Central Electric Cooperative is accepting Operation Round-Up grant applications for local projects until Nov. 1.

Community Groups Invited to Apply for Grants

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Central Electric Cooperative is accepting Operation Round-Up grant applications for local projects...
Little Spartans gather with event organizer Kendall Kolousek for a photo during the Little Spartans Homecoming Prom. Kolousek organized the event as her senior project, giving students in grades K-6 a chance to dress up, have fun and make Homecoming memories of their own. (PHOTO COURTESY LIZA KOLOUSEK)

Little Spartans gather with event organizer Kendall Kolousek for a photo during the Little Spartans Homecoming Prom. Kolousek organized the event as her senior project, giving students in grades K-6 a chance to dress up, have fun and make Homecoming memories of their own. (PHOTO COURTESY LIZA KOLOUSEK)

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Little Spartans make big memories at Homecoming Prom

Wshs Journalism Student Brooke Mohling
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
For many students, prom is a high school tradition that seems to be years away.
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Shae Uttecht handed out 32 assists on 134-of-134 setting and added 30 digs. (TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO)

Shae Uttecht handed out 32 assists on 134-of-134 setting and added 30 digs. (TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO)

Warbirds post balanced effort on court

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Wolsey-Wessington received contributions across the lineup in September 17 volleyball action...
Carson Clements turned in a strong performance against some of the top Class B runners in the region and state. After dealing with a lower leg injury last year, he continues to come back strong, applying both his speed and endurance. Clements finished ninth in 17:39.30. (PHOTO COURTESY BECKY KRUEGER)

Carson Clements turned in a strong performance against some of the top Class B runners in the region and state. After dealing with a lower leg injury last year, he continues to come back strong, applying both his speed and endurance. Clements finished ninth in 17:39.30. (PHOTO COURTESY BECKY KRUEGER)

Spartans gain ground at Freeman, Huron meets

Head Cross Country Coach Becky Krueger
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
On Wednesday, Sept.
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