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Coach Schrader reunion

Jerry Nelson

Friday, January 16, 2026

I recently stopped at the post office to mail a few packets. This is something that would normally take only a few minutes, but it consumed nearly half an hour and caused my wife to suffer some undue alarm.It wasn’t the post office’s fault.

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Attorney General Jackley announces AG bills officially filed

News Staff

Friday, January 16, 2026

PIERRE – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced Jan. 7 that the 10 legislative bills he will propose in this year’s session have now been officially filed by the state Legislative Research Council.The bills are Senate Bill 17 and Senate Bills 41-49.

South Dakota Legislature convenes as session gets underway

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South Dakota Legislature convenes as session gets underway

Nick Fosness (r)

Friday, January 16, 2026

The 101st South Dakota Legislature convened Jan. 13 and the politics are thick.Week one focused on opening ceremonies and initial setup of the house and senate.Governor Larry Rhoden delivered his State of the State address Jan.

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Waubay school announces second quarter honor roll

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Friday, January 16, 2026

12th – Will Althoff, Kayce Berger, Callie Weyh.11th – Evan Aker, Addison Heinje, Peyton Rumpza, Roman Thuringer, Mackenzie Zubke.10th – Bo Berger, Cash Gaikowski, Sage Gaikowski, Grady Rumpza.Ninth – Elise Aker, Kellin Boik, Krew Gaikowski. Eighth – Aiden Butler.

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Historical Society seeking Governor’s Awards for History nominations

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Friday, January 16, 2026

PIERRE – The South Dakota State Historical Society is accepting nominations for the Governor’s Awards for History.Nominations may be made in three categories: individual (professional and non-professional), history organizations and history teacher of the year.

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Attended the all-girls Vortex Centennial group performance

Ilene Stave

Friday, January 16, 2026

PierPont (605) 325-3307Ilene Stave; Barbara Andersh, Watertown; Ardis Moeller, Brandon; Leslie and Wanda Stave, Ankeny, IA attended Cavalier Classic show choir performances Jan. 10 at Sioux Falls Jefferson High School gym.

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OrganizatiOns

Progressive Reading

Friday, January 16, 2026

Progressive Reading Circle met Jan. 8 with Kathy Sannes as hostess. Reports were given and new members announced. The program, directed by Sandra Rood, was Family Heirlooms. Members brought an important item from their home to show and tell its history. Next meeting will be Feb.

Motivational speaker Nick “Sunshine” Tokman sings during an assembly for Webster Area Middle and High School students Jan. 13 in the Webster Area High School gym. Tokman used his life experience as a professional fisherman on the Deadliest Catch TV show to discuss topics such as depression, low self-worth, discovering a career path and believing in yourself. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

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Tokman encourages students

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Friday, January 16, 2026

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CLARIFICATION

News Staff

Friday, January 16, 2026

It was reported in the issue published Jan. 12 that Webster Area’s single- game girls three-point record was set during a Dec. 19 game.

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Aberdeen man indicted on 85 criminal counts

News Staff

Friday, January 16, 2026

PIERRE – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces an Aberdeen man has now been indicted on 85 total felony and misdemeanor counts that include solicitation of second degree rape, possession of child pornography, dissemination of image or recording – victim 17 years of age or under and...

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