Dawn Rye|Writer There’s still plenty of opportunities available for young people to find their place on the dairy farm. However, the business of milking cows has undoubtedly changed over the years and that doesn’t mean a young person can be successful on a dairy...
Awarded for her years of service Turner County Commissioners Mark Kaufman, Jared Hybertson, Lyle Van Hove and Mick Miller stand with deputy auditor Sue Deutsch, awarding her with a plaque for her years of service. Photo/Submitted Dawn Rye | Writer Retirement is not...
Dawn Rye | Writer During last week’s school board meeting, the board discussed ordering a new bus for the fleet next year and how Phase I construction is going. Board member Ransom Jones said he and board member Brett Olson inspected a bus with 160,000 miles on it....
92 Wednesday, Nov. 18 Hurley Donald Freese was born on June 7, 1928, to Willie and Emma Freese at Wessington. He grew up at Wessington, where he attended all 12 grades and graduated from Wessington High School in 1946. He served in the US Army...
57 Friday, June 18 Sioux Falls Ronald James Cink was born on Jan. 9, 1964, in Rochester, Minn., to James and Kathryn (Bollinger) Cink. He grew up in Beresford, where he graduated from Beresford High School in 1982. After receiving a degree from Minnesota West...
Landri Holzwarth swings at the state golf meet. (submitted) Shane Merrill | Sports Two Parker golfers rounded out their season last week at the state tournament in Brookings. Sophomore Brenden Pesicka and junior Lanrdri Holzwarth both qualified for the meet, finishing...
Shane Merrill | Sports Writer While the Parker Red 12U team was taking care of business last week, the Blue squad was also hard at it, playing one game in Canton. Parker wasted little time on the hosts, running away with the victory 12-2. First to bat, the...
During what some would call the hottest weekends in June, the Blue Thunder softball team earned two first place wins. The girls were able to beat SF Fusion 9-2 in the Gold division before turning their attention to their next tournament and beating Rapid City Impact...
Shane Merrill | Sports Writer The Parker Red 12U baseball team stayed hot last week, winning three games while giving up just one run in the stretch. First in the run was winless Tea Reiland. The Pheasants and Titans were locked in a 0-0 game when both teams...
Shane Merrill | Sports Writer The Parker boys basketball program will bring in a new coach for the upcoming 2021-22 season. It was announced that Austen Hurley will become the latest coach for the Pheasants, after former coach Lance Friesen took a coaching job in...
Trees and boulevards main topic Sarah Ebeling | Managing Editor Although speeding in town was discussed at last Monday’s city council meeting, and what could be done to curtail it, the main topic of discussion focused on trees and boulevards on First Street. At...
New business open in Parker EcoPro Pest Service owners Shawn Nielsen, wife Amanda, and daughter Wren, stand proudly next to the grain bin sign, making their new business official. Photo/Dawn Rye Dawn Rye | Writer The path to starting your own business isn’t always...
Dawn Rye | Writer Father’s Day will be celebrated by many on Sunday, June 20. Dads are known for leading by example and imparting wisdom to their children on how to get through life. They make their kids laugh, give them comfort when scared and make memories that last...
Sarah Ebeling | Managing Editor Parker will host its very first Family Fest next Saturday, June 26. The event, which will take place on Main Street, aims at getting people into the community and showing them some of the businesses Parker has to offer. The family...
98 Saturday, June 12 Parker Peter Willis Gortmaker was born on Dec. 22, 1922, on a farm north of Parker to Wirt and Susie (Friese) Gortmaker. He attended country schools and graduated from Humboldt High School in 1940. During WW II, he...
The Parker 12u Blue team won two more games last week, improving to 5-0 in the regular season. Monday night, the Pheasants faced off against the always tough Lennox Butler team. It was a game for the ages, with Parker squeaking out a 6-5 victory. Lennox struck first...
Placing the fence post on new field Last week Michaels Fence and Supply crewmembers placed posts and fence around the new field four, located north of field three at the sports complex. Field four is one of the many additions the Parker Ballpark Association has in...
Dawn Rye | Writer During last week’s Turner County commissioners meeting, there was discussion on considering a new county engineer. Commissioner Mark Kaufmann said he is not impressed with Johnson Engineering. Highway Superintendent Kent Austin agreed. He...
Dawn Rye | Writer Most moms are an advocate, a protector and teacher to her children. On the surface, it may seem like moms only fold laundry, help with homework, shuttle kids to school and activities, pack lunches and cook. But do moms ever stop to realize how...
Dawn Rye | Writer It’s no secret that car sales are highly competitive. This keeps dealerships on top of their game as they strive to offer impeccable service, work to maintain a selection of vehicles for sale and help customers achieve the best bang for their buck....
