Brielle Dubos was crowned the 2024 Little Miss Cornstock at Wakonda’s annual celebration last weekend. Altogether, Little Miss Cornstock raised more than $1,900 for Friends of the Wakonda Pool. (Photo/Riva Sharples). Riva Sharples | Writer The 24th annual Cornstock...
Steve Wilke, shown here with his family, will be stepping into the position as Manager of the Turner County Fair following the retirement of long time Manager Lavonne Meyer this year. (Photo/Submitted) Monique R. Hurtado | Writer The hunt for a new fair manager is...
Road closed signs became a familiar sight after flooding last June (Photo/Donna Rumbaugh) Donna Rumbaugh | Writer Back in June, residents of southeastern South Dakota endured endless rain and rising water. Realization quickly set in that many roads were closed, making...
Workers installing fiber to local residents (Photo/Submitted) Donna Rumbaugh | Writer Many residents of Turner County were excited when the news that Leap Communications would be bringing high speed internet via fiber to the area. Fast, reliable internet was spotty...
There were 182 hands purchased for the Poker Run, but many people also showed up for the free will donation meal, musical entertainment, and silent auction. (Photo/Renae Hansen) Renae Hansen | Editor One thing we can count on around here, if someone from our area is...
The group of travelers decked out in their USA gear as they head to the USA vs. China Women’s Volleyball Game at the Olympics in Paris last week. (Photo/Submitted) Renae Hansen | Managing Editor While most of us were watching the Olympic games from the comfort of our...
Kari Reynolds had a vision last year to serve those in her community by delivering meals to those who are homebound. One year later she is serving twenty meals a week and hopes to grow her Meals with a Mission even more. (Photo/Submitted) Monique R. Hurtado | Writer...
Monique R. Hurtado | Writer Highway Superintendent Kent Austin began the meeting. He presented the commissioners with a driveway application for Bruce Voog on the northeast corner of 24-97-52. A motion was made to approve the application for Bruce Voog. The motion...
A children’s carnival will take place from 11:30 until 12:45 p.m. in the Wakonda Park run by the Wakonda Pool lifeguards and staff. Cornstock will also feature live music, inflatables for kids, swimming at the pool, a poker run, and more (Photo/Riva Sharples). Riva...
Everyone loves a petting zoo. (Photo/Faydra Christensen) Renae Hansen | Editor It just wouldn’t be Hot Hurley Nights without temperatures in the 90’s and high humidity, and this year was no exception. The schedule may have been adjusted slightly, with the Fishing...
Renae Hansen | Editor Lewis Family Drug in Centerville will be closing their doors this Friday, August 2. All prescription files will be transferred to the Lewis Pharmacy in Viborg, and pharmacy technicians Jenna and Amanda will transfer to the Lewis stores in Viborg...
Joe Cunningham, Director of Worship at Parker First Baptist Church. (Photo/H Photography) Monique R. Hurtado | Writer Earlier this year, Parker First Baptist Church welcomed a new pastor and now one of their own has stepped up to be the Director of Worship. Joe...
Luke’s Mile is run during Hot Hurley Nights in honor of Luke Hansen, son of Bill and Barb Hansen who lost his life to cancer as a child. Many of Luke’s classmates come back each year to participate. Pictured are classmates Chase Mason, Sam Rabern, Seth Deneui, Blake...
Several departments from the area came out to talk to Marion youth about different safety topics. (Photo/Submitted by Karen Hughes) Renae Hansen | Editor The youth of Marion were treated to a 911 Kids Safety Program last week, where they were able to learn about...
Glenridge Golf Course will be celebrating their 100th Anniversary with a three-day celebration August 9-11. (Photo/Submitted) Riva Sharples | Writer This August, golf fans and Irene community members will celebrate a remarkable milestone – the 100th anniversary of...
Hearts in Mind gears up Donna Rumbaugh | Writer Tucked away in a peaceful part of Parker is Hearts in Mind Preschool, a non-profit organization dedicated to education. Founded over 20 years ago by Jackie Lukes as a way to fill a much-needed service for our children,...
Monique R. Hurtado | Writer It’s moving day for Turner County Court Services!As previously reported, Judge Cheryle Gering and 1st Circuit Court Administrator Kim Allison made the executive decision to move Court Services from the Turner County Courthouse after...
Mike Miller shows his grandson the ropes of driving an old tractor through the Danish Days parade. (Photo/Faydra Christensen) “That’s a Wrap!” Renae Hansen | Editor It may not have been typical July weather, with below average temps and rain putting a damper on some...
Renae Hansen | Editor Hurley will be the place to be this weekend as they celebrate their biggest weekend of the year, Hot Hurley Nights.The weekend will kick off with the Second Annual Daniel Benson Memorial Golf Tournament on Friday morning. The fun continues with...
Irene held their first resurrected Main Street Market on July 16. (Photo/Riva Sharples) Riva Sharples | Writer Some Irene residents have resurrected a tradition from days gone by in Irene -- the Main Street Market. The vendor fair/farmer’s market, held on an empty lot...
