Youth in Kingsbury County have had opportunities available through the 4-H program for over a century, with records dating back to 1924. Every year, National 4-H Week is celebrated during the first …
After six and a half years of dedicated service behind the wheel, Rural Office of Community Services (ROCS) transit driver Maggie Sprang is officially hanging up her keys. Her final day with the …
Alongside falling leaves of orange, red and yellow, pink is a familiar color during October, because it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women (aside …
Farming has been a part of the Neu family history for as long as they can remember; however, some may not know the land has also been in the family for quite some time. On Sept. 3 at the South Dakota …
Local tables are about to get a lot more flavorful as Terri Koellner officially opens the doors to The Locker, a brand-new custom processing plant and retail meat shop located right here in De Smet. …
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Rita Anderson of Iroquois was honored as a nominee for the prestigious 2026 Spirit of Dakota Award during the organization’s banquet on Oct. 3 at the Huron Event Center. The event marked the …
Scams and how to identify them were discussed at the Medary Women's Fall Retreat held Sept. 22 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Arlington. This year's theme was "The Heart's True Wealth" based on …
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 …
For several decades, Boomers has been a staple in the Lake Preston community; however, this summer, the building received a facelift and a new name. Classic Corner opened for business in the middle …
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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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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 was on the road to Willow Lake on Tues., Sept. 29 to play the top-five, Class A-rated Cyclones. The Cyclones started with quick, strong attacks at the net and did not slow down. The Bulldogs …
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 …
There are few things better than a perfect fall evening, Friday night lights and high school football. For the Iroquois/Lake Preston Sharks, last Friday night in Arlington was made even sweeter by a …
After a week off from games, the Iroquois/Lake Preston (I/LP) Sharks hosted St. Mary Catholic School in Lake Preston on Thursday for their Dig Pink game. Before the game started, the Iroquois/Lake …
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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 …
Leland “Lee” Edward Poppen, age 83, of Willow Lake, S.D., passed away on Oct. 2, 2026, with many of his loving family members by his side. Celebration of Life service will be 11 …
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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. …
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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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