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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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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.

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

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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

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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...

Second assistant fire chief Chris Gravley of Webster Fire Department sprays down a building to keep flames from spreading after a barn fire broke out at 14308 423rd Ave. south of Bristol Jan. 15. Additional details about the fire will be available in next week’s issue. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

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Firemen respond to barn fire

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Friday, January 16, 2026

A group of Webster firemen

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A group of Webster firemen

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Friday, January 16, 2026

Reporter & Farmer moves to Wednesday publication

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Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

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Friday, January 16, 2026

wheel of a cannon during Fort Sisseton Historical Festival at Fort Sisseton State Park June 7.

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Looking back at what a year 2025 was for Day County

Connor Handrahan

Friday, January 16, 2026

Life is constantly moving and it slows down for no one. A year’s worth of memories is hard to keep track with so many people and eventful moments. Even with a small town everyday is a rush and stories are blowing through this windy rural area.

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