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REDFIELD, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The non-profit Feeding South Dakota is a massive social service organization that serves each of the state’s 66 counties once a month. Weather permitting, every South Dakota county gets a visit. The story, by the numbers, was provided by Stacey Andernacht of the Feeding South Dakota organization.

Sully Buttes JH/JV golfers traveled to Faulkton on Monday to play in the Faulkton Invite. No awards were given as this was just a chance to get on the course and play nine holes and sharpen their skills. Lincoln Olson shot a round of 55 in the Junior High boys...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – As finals week approaches for college students across the country, hundreds are out protesting instead of studying. Over 20 colleges including Harvard, Columbia University and New York University are demonstrating ceasefire/pro-Palestinian protests this week. At the University of Minnesota, a crowd of people are...

It is with great pleasure that I nominate Mrs. Marlene Eimers for consideration for the 2024 American Legion Auxiliary Unit Member of the Year. In addition to performing her duties as Chaplain of Redfield Clay Kiser Post 92, Marlene demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to her Legion Post, church, community, as well as the general public. Volunteering in service to veterans is something that has been instilled in Marlene from a young age. She grew up with a family of veterans; her father and 6 of his brothers, and 6 of 8 male cousins were all enlisted in the military.Marlene takes great pride in performing Chaplain duties for each Auxiliary meeting, including writing her own prayers and conducting Memorials for deceased members. She also spearheaded making patriotic pillowcases to send to deploying soldiers. She went to the school to discuss the flag, and read a book about the flag with kindergarten students. Each student was also presented with their own flag. Teaching has always been a passion for Marlene, and this is evident in her heading up the American Essay and poetry contest. She takes the time to meet personally with teachers, send emails, and provide necessary help in writing essays or poems. There is also an Americanism Tea that is held for the 1st-3rd place winners and parents, where the students present their essays and receive their prizes. The spring of 2023 saw the largest response to the Americanism Essay and Poetry contest, with 200 entries. In 2024, Marlene chaired a Poppy Poster Contest to aid in bringing back interest to it. She met with the art teacher and provided books to read about the poppy.

PIERRE- Today the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) announced the City of Redfield public water system and the system's operation specialists have been awarded a Secretary's Award for Drinking Water Excellence. "Consistent success is a true measure of excellence," said DANR Secretary Hunter Roberts. "With more...

Mansfield residents have the opportunity to walk a beat in an officer's shoes as the local police department rolls out its 34th Citizens Police Academy class. Beginning May 16, those accepted into the ten-week program will get a taste of what it takes to protect and serve every Thursday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. With limited spots available, the department encourages prompt applications.

PIERRE — The Town of Hitchcock’s public water system and the system’s operation specialists were recently awarded a Secretary’s Award for Drinking Water Excellence, by the S.D. Dept. to Agriculture and Natural Resources. “With more than 23 consecutive years of compliance, the Hitchcock water system has...