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Grazing at local eateries while on vacation in Kansas

Jerry Nelson
Friday, September 26, 2025
Eating is a central part of the human experience much in the same way that swimming is a central part of being a fish. My wife and I recently visited relatives in the Kansas City area, so we decided to swim in the waters of the region’s food scene.
Cody Kafka sits at his work desk in Mitchell with his new land purchase displayed on his computer screen Sept. 4. Reporter & Farmer | Joshua Haiar for South Dakota Searchlight

Cody Kafka sits at his work desk in Mitchell with his new land purchase displayed on his computer screen Sept. 4. Reporter & Farmer | Joshua Haiar for South Dakota Searchlight

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South Dakota program offers aspiring farmers a rare path into agriculture

Joshua Haiar
Friday, September 26, 2025
MITCHELL – Cody Kafka had dreamed of farming his own land since he began working on a farm in his teens, but that seemed unlikely without land to inherit. So it felt good when he finally walked across his own acres for the first time this year.
Twin Valley Tire & Community Oil Inc. employees are, from front left, Brianna Smith, co-owner Danny Kjos, store manager Dennis Bremmon, employees AJ Meland, Levi Anderson, Jake Johnson and Anthony Fuentes. Back row, from left, are Curtis Reiprich, Cullan Dargatz, Chad Wasilk, Noah Duenwald, Tim Bent and Jamie Miotke. Not pictured is Abby Carlson.

Twin Valley Tire & Community Oil Inc. employees are, from front left, Brianna Smith, co-owner Danny Kjos, store manager Dennis Bremmon, employees AJ Meland, Levi Anderson, Jake Johnson and Anthony Fuentes. Back row, from left, are Curtis Reiprich, Cullan Dargatz, Chad Wasilk, Noah Duenwald, Tim Bent and Jamie Miotke. Not pictured is Abby Carlson.

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Twin Valley Tire & Community Oil Company has a reputation built on honesty and integrity

News Staff
Friday, September 26, 2025
Ensuring customer satisfaction while doing the job right and at a fair price are the top priorities that define Twin Valley Tire & Community Oil Company of Webster.“We want to provide quality service and products at a great price,” store manager Dennis Bremmon said.
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COURT RECORDS

News Staff
Friday, September 26, 2025
South Dakota Unified judicial system cases disposed Aug. 1-31. Dollar amounts are fine, court costs plus surcharges (if any) respectively: Austin Anderson, Webster, intentional damage to property-$400 or less, 100.00, 78.50; 70.
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Webster is preparing for first Pumpkin Fest with contests and parade

News Staff
Friday, September 26, 2025
15 years ago October 4, 2010After another inch plus of rainfall last week, all lakes in the Waubay Basin have continued to rise according to measurements taken Sept. 27 by Dennis Skadsen. Blue Dog is two-tenths lower than the same date in 1999 when it measured 1,803.
Rick Buhler, left, received the Modern Woodmen hometown hero award for his near 11 years of volunteering at the Webster NESD Head Start Center. The award was presented last week by Bernie Kurkowski, right. Buhler began volunteering at the child care non-profit in early 2015 after retiring. See full story on page 1. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

Rick Buhler, left, received the Modern Woodmen hometown hero award for his near 11 years of volunteering at the Webster NESD Head Start Center. The award was presented last week by Bernie Kurkowski, right. Buhler began volunteering at the child care non-profit in early 2015 after retiring. See full story on page 1. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

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Webster Head Start volunteer wins hometown hero award for 11 years of volunteering

Leyton Beardslee
Friday, September 26, 2025
NESD Head Start volunteer Rick Buhler was presented the annual hometown hero award by Modern Woodmen chapter of Webster for his nearly 11 years of service to the childcare nonprofit.Buhler began volunteering in early 2015 after retiring a few years early.
Bristol born Jordan Schmieg took over as Day County Highway Superintendent Sept. 10. The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology graduate said he is ready to serve the people of Day County. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

Bristol born Jordan Schmieg took over as Day County Highway Superintendent Sept. 10. The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology graduate said he is ready to serve the people of Day County. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

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Schmieg takes over as new Day County Highway Superintendent

Leyton Beardslee
Friday, September 26, 2025
Bristol born Jordan Schmieg has taken over the position of Day County Highway Superintendent and said he is excited to serve the people of Day County where he grew up.
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Foliage Tour
Friday, September 26, 2025
Registration is at 1 p.m. for the pumpkin pie eating contest Oct. 4 at Blossom Shoppe & Gifts, Webster.Meet at Christ the King Catholic Church, Webster for a 90 minute, one mile, walking fall foliage tour Oct. 4, 9:30 a.m. Sponsored by Day County Conservation District.
Pumpkin Fest returns for 26th year of autumn themed fun

Pumpkin Fest returns for 26th year of autumn themed fun

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Pumpkin Fest returns for 26th year of autumn themed fun

Leyton Beardslee
Friday, September 26, 2025
Fall is in the air and Webster is hosting the 26th annual Pumpkin Fest Oct. 3-4 with food, contests, a parade, crafts and much more.The festival will kick off Oct. 3 featuring the crowning of the honorary Pumpkin Fest kings and queens at 11 a.m.
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