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A wild turkey hunt at Harvey and Mel’s or three ghosts in the garage

Berdette Zastrow
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Laughing when we drove into his farmyard, my generous farmer friend, Harvey Opitz, said, “Have at it,” as he retreated into his warm house. Blowing snow and low visibilities usually mean fall waterfowl hunting but these conditions made turkey hunting in Day County quite interesting.
Earth Day was April 22 and Webster Area Elementary School honored this day by going outside to clean up dirty areas near the school. From left, Ridge Neuberger, Xavier Wegleitner and Garrett Curran help clean up the back of the school and help save the world one piece of trash at a time. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

Earth Day was April 22 and Webster Area Elementary School honored this day by going outside to clean up dirty areas near the school. From left, Ridge Neuberger, Xavier Wegleitner and Garrett Curran help clean up the back of the school and help save the world one piece of trash at a time. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

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Students clean up for Earth Day

News Staff
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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Reminder about absentee voting for upcoming election

Connor Handrahan
Saturday, April 25, 2026
With the South Dakota Primary Election June 2, early voting season is starting. Since the candidate submission deadline was much shorter this year, it’s caused a back up with ballots and citizens haven’t been able to submit their vote.
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Day County Ambulance replaces old stair chair

Connor Handrahan
Saturday, April 25, 2026
At the regular Day County Commissioner meeting April 21, Day County Ambulance Director Melissa Sackreiter gave an update on calls and some equipment that needs to be replaced. According to Sackreiter, the ambulance service was at 137 calls compared to last year which was 141.
In early April, Slade Owen started working for the Day County Sheriff’s Office as the newest deputy. Owen stated he grew up near Wilmot and spent time in the Enemy Swim and Waubay area as well while growing up. Owen previously worked for Marshall County as a deputy for three years. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

In early April, Slade Owen started working for the Day County Sheriff’s Office as the newest deputy. Owen stated he grew up near Wilmot and spent time in the Enemy Swim and Waubay area as well while growing up. Owen previously worked for Marshall County as a deputy for three years. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

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New deputy joins Day County Sheriff’s Office

Connor Handrahan
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Effective April 7, Slade Owen is the newest deputy for the Day County Sheriff’s Office. Slade stated he previously worked for Marshall County for three years, got certified and was a deputy. According to Slade, it was time for change, which is why he came to Day County.
(Above) From left, Jack Snell and TJ Sonstebo start off the comedy side of the Grand March by driving through the armory on a motor-bike. Webster Area’s Grand March was turning into a confetti-water- bubble mess with students laughing as they entertained the crowd. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

(Above) From left, Jack Snell and TJ Sonstebo start off the comedy side of the Grand March by driving through the armory on a motor-bike. Webster Area’s Grand March was turning into a confetti-water- bubble mess with students laughing as they entertained the crowd. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

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Webster Area Prom

News Staff
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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SD Highway 25 closure planning for grading project

Connor Handrahan
Saturday, April 18, 2026
South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) plans to begin grading work on SD Hwy. 25 from SD Hwy. 20 north for approximately four miles starting April 21. According to a press release by SDDOT, The closure is anticipated to be in place until Aug. 1.
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ORGANIZATIONS

News Staff
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Junior Websterian Club met at Linda Fleeger’s. Sharon Johnson was co-hostess and gave a talk about the decade of the 1990s. Ten members were present and three guests. A donation was collected to give to PACH. Next meeting is May 11.
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State, local officials disagree on path forward amid delay in early voting

Makenzie Huber
Saturday, April 18, 2026
County auditors and the state’s lead election official disagree about how to handle a delay of early and absentee voting for the June 2 primary election in South Dakota.Codington County Auditor Brenda Hanten told local media April 15 that the county would begin early and absentee voting on time by...
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