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Buster’s Resort, rural Webster donated fundraising proceeds of $1,369 to Pierpont Fire Department. Pictured, from left, are fire department representatives Cameron Feist and Stacey Knutson accepting the donation from Buster and Peggy Sichmeller. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

Buster’s Resort, rural Webster donated fundraising proceeds of $1,369 to Pierpont Fire Department. Pictured, from left, are fire department representatives Cameron Feist and Stacey Knutson accepting the donation from Buster and Peggy Sichmeller. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

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Donated to fire department

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Friday, May 23, 2025
Blaize Larson had his tassel turned by Webster Area Superintendent Jim Block during Webster Area High School’s graduation ceremony at Webster Armory May 18. Larson was one of two senior class speakers at the event. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

Blaize Larson had his tassel turned by Webster Area Superintendent Jim Block during Webster Area High School’s graduation ceremony at Webster Armory May 18. Larson was one of two senior class speakers at the event. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

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Turning of tassel signifies turning of page

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Friday, May 23, 2025
At Waubay High School’s graduation, certain members of the class of 2025 received star quilts to celebrate their accomplishments. Here, Sandi Bernard helps wrap a quilt around graduate Dylan Rumpza while his mom Deb Rumpza also helps wrap the fabric around his shoulders. Waubay saw 12 seniors cross the stage and turn their tassels May 17 at Waubay High School gym. Rumpza was the class salutatorian. Reporter & Farmer | Amanda Dulitz

At Waubay High School’s graduation, certain members of the class of 2025 received star quilts to celebrate their accomplishments. Here, Sandi Bernard helps wrap a quilt around graduate Dylan Rumpza while his mom Deb Rumpza also helps wrap the fabric around his shoulders. Waubay saw 12 seniors cross the stage and turn their tassels May 17 at Waubay High School gym. Rumpza was the class salutatorian. Reporter & Farmer | Amanda Dulitz

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Quilt honors graduate

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Friday, May 23, 2025
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Museums set to combine contents with new addition

Leyton Beardslee
Friday, May 23, 2025
A new building is being constructed at the Museum of Wildlife, Science & Industry in Webster to house artifacts and displays from Day County Courthouse Museum where they currently reside. Combining the two museums has been a project years in the making.
Webster Area Elementary School fourth grade teacher Nancy Block received her award as History Teacher of the Year at SD State Historical Society award luncheon May 9 in Deadwood. The award recognizes Block’s collaborative spirit, unwavering professionalism and commitment to excellence in the classroom. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

Webster Area Elementary School fourth grade teacher Nancy Block received her award as History Teacher of the Year at SD State Historical Society award luncheon May 9 in Deadwood. The award recognizes Block’s collaborative spirit, unwavering professionalism and commitment to excellence in the classroom. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

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Award presented

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Friday, May 16, 2025
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What’s Up

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Friday, May 16, 2025
U pMowing noticeWebster occupants and owners of lots within Webster City Limits are reminded of city ordinances pertaining to mowing requirements. See advertisement in this issue for regulations and fines.
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Progressive Reading Circle

News Staff
Friday, May 16, 2025
Bev Schlotte, rural Webster, hosted 13 members of Progressive Reading Circle. Gail Torrence presided. Four members received red roses in honor of their year’s long perfect attendance.
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