The Kingsbury County Commissioners met on Tues., Sept. 22 at 8:30 a.m. at the Kingsbury County Courthouse to discuss several maintenance issues and go over budget changes. Budget Auditor Echo …
For Greg and Diane Hiles, snowmobiling has always been about more than riding. It has been about family, friendship, community and perhaps most importantly, making sure future generations have the …
Let’s face it: cancer stinks. It changes lives in an instant. It can bring fear, uncertainty and a whole new list of expenses for which no one has planned. In Kingsbury County, a cancer diagnosis …
Persistent rain showers could not dampen the community's pride or competitive fire in De Smet this week, as the Bulldogs celebrated their 2026 Homecoming. Capping off a spirit-filled week with the …
NAPA Auto Parts in De Smet unveils a major storefront renovation and gears up for a wave of new community-focused expansions. Development Manager Jerek Bludorn announced that the recent interior …
The De Smet School Board met for its regular meeting on Mon., Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. to address a variety of district business, ranging from facilities updates to travel plans for the music students. …
The De Smet Pickleball League is rallying the community behind a $57,000 push for two brand-new outdoor courts, anchoring the effort with a highly unique pigeon-racing auction fundraiser this fall. …
The De Smet City Council convened on Thurs., Aug. 27 at 5 p.m. at City Hall for a special meeting to plan and review the 2027 appropriations budget. Tracey Larson, Finance Officer, went over the 2027 …
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When there is a need, the community of Lake Preston seems to always show up. This was exactly the case again recently. Penny Illenich received a code enforcement letter for her house and garage due …
The Lake Preston City Council addressed infrastructure projects, building permit fees, park and campground concerns, city investments and equipment purchases during its recent meeting, while also …
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Almost three short years ago, Pro PT opened their doors in Lake Preston. The business was located within the Silver Plains Assisted Living building and provided service just two days a week. Kiana …
The Lake Preston Board of Education met on Sept. 16, 2026, to discuss future facility improvements, student transportation, emergency preparedness and school policies during its recent meeting, while …
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Joshua Tatum has always described himself as mechanically curious by nature. He wants to know how things work and what makes them work the way they do. From that love and curiosity grew Tatum Small …
Want to become famous? Hunters and fishermen can send fish or game news to dave@kingsburyjournal.com to have their photos published!
Jason Paul and his friend Pat Skipper had a great start to the waterfowl hunting season with a nice haul of honkers. Want to become famous? Hunters and fishermen can send fish or game news to …
Want to become famous? Hunters and fishermen can send fish or game news to dave@kingsburyjournal.com to have their photos published!
De Smet celebrated Homecoming with a rainy Friday-night football game, hosting the Scotland-Menno Trappers in a 9A matchup. The Bulldogs held on for a 24-22 victory in a back-and-forth contest. First …
On Tues., Sept. 22, De Smet traveled to Huron to take on James Valley Christian. The Bulldogs were a bit slow to get things going, but after set one, they came out ready to play. They executed good …
De Smet traveled to Wolsey on Friday night to take on the Wolsey-Wessington Warbirds in a 9A vs. 9B matchup. The Bulldogs entered the game with a 2-2 record in Class 9A, while the Warbirds were 1-2 …
De Smet hosted the Sioux Valley Cossacks on Tues., Sept. 15. The Cossacks played a very strong attacking game throughout the three sets. De Smet had some good setups, but Sioux Valley's blocking was …
De Smet hosted Elkton/Lake Benton on Friday in a Class 9A matchup. The Bulldogs rallied from a 20-6 first-quarter deficit, scoring three second-half touchdowns to knock off the Elks, 28-26. Both …
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The Iroquois/Lake Preston (I/LP) Sharks had what seemed a slow week, playing only two games. They faced two 281 Conference opponents, the Hitchcock-Tulare (HT) Patriots and the Highmore-Harrold (HH) …
The Iroquois/Lake Preston (I/LP) Sharks returned home Friday night for Iroquois Homecoming, hoping for the energy of the week and a hometown crowd that included members of the 2006 Class 9B Football …
The Iroquois/Lake Preston (I/LP) Sharks faced a tough Colman-Egan squad Friday night, falling 50-10 in a game that saw the Sharks struggle early but continue to battle throughout the night. FIRST …
The Iroquois/Lake Preston (I/LP) Sharks had another busy week, playing Wolsey-Wessington and Colman-Egan and then hosting the Lake Preston Tournament. I/LP began the week, traveling to Wolsey to take …
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The Iroquois/Lake Preston (I/LP) Sharks volleyball team started the week on the road, facing the Deubrook Dolphins on Mon., Aug. 31. The Sharks fell behind quickly in the first set, down 0-7, before …
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Scott Dexter Hodges was born in Lake Preston, S.D., on Feb. 13, 1954, to Howard Dexter Hodges and Joyce (Barstow) Hodges. He grew up on a farm near Erwin, S.D. Scott graduated from …
Donn Hirrschoff was born on March 4, 1951, and passed away on Sept. 22, 2026, at the age of 75. A Celebration of Life was held at 7 p.m. on Tues., Sept. 29, 2026, at Rude’s Funeral …
Quincy Ray “Qray” Kjerstad was born on Sept. 2, 1988, in Rapid City, S.D., to Kent and Stephanie (Saunders) Kjerstad. He grew up north of Quinn, S.D., on his family’s farm with …
Barbara Wiehr, age 70, of rural Arlington, S.D., passed away Fri., Sept. 18, 2026, at Avera-McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls. Funeral services will be Wed., Sept. 23, 2026, at 11 a.m. …
James Ivan Warner, age 71, passed away Sat., Sept. 12, 2026, at his home in Lake Preston, S.D. A private family burial will take place at Lake Preston Cemetery at a later date. …
JoAnn Eggleston, 84, formerly of Willow Lake, S.D., passed away on Mon., Aug. 31, 2026, at Avantara Lake Norden. In following with JoAnn's wishes, there will be no services held. …
The Iroquois School Open House on Aug. 11 was filled with excitement as students met their teachers, unpacked their school supplies, found their lockers, enjoyed a hot dog meal and took part in the …
An amendment to a previously published article about Iroquois FCCLA members Kolee Dant and Brianna Blue: Dant and Blue were originally awarded a Silver rating at the FCCLA National Leadership …
1966: Dragon Yearbook pickup at the school. The cost is $3.50. Bradley Lingbeck was honored on his fifth birthday at the Keith Lingbeck home, where relatives and neighbors gathered to honor him. …
Our local newspaper is back and with a new name, a new look, a volunteer staff and a modern web site! Click on this headline to learn more about how it all happened.
The story of the Kingsbury Journal and how it became a reality was featured during the September 7th episode of Dakota Life on the South Dakota Public Broadcasting television channel. Broadcasters …
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We've managed to restart our local paper. But that's just the beginning. We need help keeping our local paper – and our communities – alive, active and connected. Everyone can …
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