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Authorities handle report of cyber threats

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Saturday, February 28, 2026
Feb. 19Assisted Sheriff’s Office with non-injury accident at Hwy. 12 and 140th St.Ambulance assist at 300 blk. E. 6th Ave. Feb. 20 No calls. Feb. 21Ambulance assist; 900 blk. E. 5th St.Accidental 911 dial; 1100 blk.
Webster driver’s license exam station is temporarily closed, effective Feb. 23, due to staffing shortages. According to South Dakota Department of Public Safety Communications Director Brad Reiners, there is no current timeline for when the Webster station will re-open, but they are currently interviewing possible applicants to fill the empty positions. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

Webster driver’s license exam station is temporarily closed, effective Feb. 23, due to staffing shortages. According to South Dakota Department of Public Safety Communications Director Brad Reiners, there is no current timeline for when the Webster station will re-open, but they are currently interviewing possible applicants to fill the empty positions. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

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DMV temporarily closing in Webster

Connor Handrahan
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Effective Feb. 23, the Webster, Milbank and Madison Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will be temporarily closing due to staff shortages.
90-year-old Sonny Larson is a Day County resident currently living at Strand-Kjorsvig Living Center. Larson has a wall full of his arts and crafts and pictures of his family. He said he and his daughter call at least once a week to check in on each other. “As long as I can hear her voice” said Larson. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

90-year-old Sonny Larson is a Day County resident currently living at Strand-Kjorsvig Living Center. Larson has a wall full of his arts and crafts and pictures of his family. He said he and his daughter call at least once a week to check in on each other. “As long as I can hear her voice” said Larson. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

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Hard work leads Larson to a satisfying life

Connor Handrahan
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Alvin Larson was born in 1935 and will be turning 91 in March. Although being named Alvin, he actually prefers his nickname, Sonny. Larson was given his nickname by his mother at a young age and he said he doesn’t exactly remember why she gave him it, but it’s stuck around his entire life.
Representative recaps first half of session

Representative recaps first half of session

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Representative recaps first half of session

Logan Manhart (r)
Friday, February 20, 2026
Hello District 1. The first half of the 101st Legislative Session is in the books. This session has hundreds and hundreds of bills and resolutions across both chambers. With so many bills, it can be hard to stay up to date.
Senator Rohl gives bill update from Pierre

Senator Rohl gives bill update from Pierre

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Senator Rohl gives bill update from Pierre

Michael Rohl (r)
Friday, February 20, 2026
Below is an update on the bills I’ve written so far and where they are in the legislative process: SB 3: An act to limit the types of residential improvements for which counties, municipalities and townships may require a building permit.
Webster Tire has been a staple of the community for around 30 years. Pictured from left is owner Ryan Root, who bought the business about four years ago and has been running it since, with help from, right, Wade Anfinson. Webster Tire is located at 17 E. 6th Ave. in Webster. Store hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and from 8 a.m. -noon Saturdays. Call them at (605) 345-3950.

Webster Tire has been a staple of the community for around 30 years. Pictured from left is owner Ryan Root, who bought the business about four years ago and has been running it since, with help from, right, Wade Anfinson. Webster Tire is located at 17 E. 6th Ave. in Webster. Store hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and from 8 a.m. -noon Saturdays. Call them at (605) 345-3950.

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Webster Tire is here when the community needs it

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Friday, February 20, 2026
Ryan Root is the proud captain of Webster Tire. Root may feel like he’s treading water when it comes to the tire world, but Root has introduced his lifetime of skills as a marine mechanic to the business’ long line of services provided there.
Bethesda Home, Webster celebrated Valentine’s Day and chose Queen of Hearts Betty Tulowetzke and King of Hearts Ed Gruba. Reporter and Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

Bethesda Home, Webster celebrated Valentine’s Day and chose Queen of Hearts Betty Tulowetzke and King of Hearts Ed Gruba. Reporter and Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

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Bethesda King and Queen

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Friday, February 20, 2026
Sun Dial Manor, Bristol celebrated Valentine’s Day and choose Bob Grebel and Judy Robertson as King and Queen of Hearts. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

Sun Dial Manor, Bristol celebrated Valentine’s Day and choose Bob Grebel and Judy Robertson as King and Queen of Hearts. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

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Sundial Valentine’s Day Royalty

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Friday, February 20, 2026
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