Wessington News

Two quilting clubs - one in Huron and the other in Wessington - have a common goal.

Maria Lichty of Wessington won the Broadland Creek Ladies League Flag Tournament, which was held Wednesday during regular league play.

On Friday night Chamberlain swept Miller/Wessington in a legion baseball double header.

Mike Carroll/Plainsman Semis line Nevada Avenue on the east side of the South Dakota State Fairgrounds during opening ceremonies for the Dynamic Engine Brake competition, which was part of the Wheel Jam V ...

Jack and Shirley Duxbury of Huron, formerly of Madison, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 14 with an open house from 2-4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 510 Dakota Ave.

Hillary Clinton took the stage in Huron today, in an event that probably saw her biggest turnout yet in South Dakota.

The top four placers in the Arbor Day Essay Contest, sponsored by the Beadle Conservation District at Huron Middle School. via The Plainsman

Melanie Brandert * Argus Leader * April 25, 2008 Interstate 29 from the North Dakota border to Brookings closed at 3:45 p.m. today and snow gates will be closed to prevent motorists from driving on the freeway. via Argus Leader

For the first time in school history, the Wolsey-Wessington music students will present a musical, "Unhappily Ever After" as part of a dinner-theatre Tuesday night in the school auditorium. via The Plainsman

Anita Bezpaletz, who is seeking to finish out the remaining one-year term on the Woonsocket City Council seat previously held by her deceased husband, said Tuesday she plans to file for a recount. via The Plainsman

Miller High School senior dies in one-vehicle accident Eds: APNewsNow. MILLER, S.D. Authorities say an 18-year-old from Wessington died in a one-vehicle rollover traffic accident. via KXMA-TV Dickinson

Speed and alcohol appear to be factors in an accident that killed a Miller High School senior early this morning. via ArgusLeader.com

“That's when I realized what the Elks are all about”

For the first time in the 110-year history of the Huron Elks Lodge No. 444, the organization will be run by a female. via The Plainsman

“He was my comedian. He made me laugh”

Two men were killed and a woman was injured in a single-vehicle crash a mile west of Wolsey early Saturday, according to the Highway Patrol. via ArgusLeader.com

“As a community, we should be proud of the educators who won grants in the Qwest Teachers and Technology program”

Two teachers and the technology coordinator at the Wolsey-Wessington School joined hands in writing a $2,500 Qwest grant for use in the fourth-grade classroom. via The Plainsman

“He gave his life for me and I would like to thank him”

After receiving a $15,000 scholarship, Carmen Jensen of rural Wolsey is working toward getting her teaching certificate through an online university. via The Plainsman

“As a community, we should be proud of the educators who won grants in the Qwest Teachers and Technology program”

The teachers competed for the awards as part of the Qwest Teachers and Technology grant program. via PR-inside.com

“A Constitutional Speech Contest”

By DJ Steckelberg Capital Journal Staff Published/Last Modified on Thursday, Feb 14, 2008 - 11:21:13 am CST CHAMBERLAIN Meg Henrickson of Yankton emerged victorious as the top orator in the final round of ... via The Capital Journal - Pierre, SD

Nicole Jenter had 12 kills for Centerville as the Tornadoes beat Irene-Wakonda 25-21, 19-25, 25-22, 25-23 in District 8B play in Hurley. via ArgusLeader.com

High wind last night tore the antenna from the towers at radio station WNAX at about 8:30 p.m. The station was silent the remainder of the evening and workmen were busy all night repairing the damage. via Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan