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Klinkel’s III open for lunch
Klinkel’s III Bar & Grill, 123 Calumet Ave. SW, is now open for lunch Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. LuAnn Klinkel, owner, began opening for lunch on Jan. 5 with a small … more
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IMPACT classes begin, still time to join
On Mon., Jan. 5, IMPACT 2026 began with Bingo. There was great attendance with ten receiving cash prizes. Many were present on Tuesday for a gentle yoga class. “IF I ONLY KNEW” On Wednesday, Lake … more
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Fire departments practicing on Sunday
This Sunday, Jan. 18 at noon at the Arlington Pond in Arlington, S.D., area fire departments, including Arlington, Badger, De Smet, Lake Preston, Oldham and Volga, will be practicing an ice rescue. more
Brookings Area Burger Clash enters De Smet
Visit Brookings is once again having a Brookings Area Burger Clash. De Smet has two restaurants participating! From Jan. 1 to Feb. 28, 2026, you’ll have two months to sink your teeth into the … more
Council raising water and sewer rates
The city council held their year-end meeting on Tues., Dec. 30 at 5 p.m. at City Hall to briefly discuss a variety of topics including holding a first reading to amend the water and sewer rates. … more
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Continue the season of giving — donate blood
Along with being the month when we make resolutions or start a new diet or exercise plan, January is also the month to raise awareness about the urgent need for blood donations. Donating blood is a … more
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Grace Parry, who grew up in Arlington, is the new De Smet Economic Development Corporation Executive Director.
Parry is new Executive Director
Grace Parry is the new Executive Director of the De Smet Economic Development Corporation, as of Nov. 12, 2025. Parry grew up in Arlington, S.D., where she was very involved with her community. “As … more
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Christmas break - sledding and family time
We asked Becky Albrecht’s second grade class at the De Smet School to answer “What do you plan to do on Christmas break? Here are their answers. Ainslee: Going to my grandma’s house and make a … more
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Each week during the holiday season, the De Smet Community Women (DCW) pick a decorated home to honor. DCW has chosen Karley and Brian Fischer on Andrews Avenue for the fourth and final winner of the season. This event is co-sponsored by Otter Tail Power Company.
Final winner
Mayor Gary Wolkow presented De Smet Street Superintendent Ryan Petersen with a plaque on behalf of the City of De Smet.
Discussion on sewer backup, damages and reimbursement
The De Smet City Council met on Wed., Dec. 5 at 5 p.m. at the De Smet Event Center to discuss issues residents were having regarding sewer backup in August and hear updates on the Main Street … more
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Fifth graders show off the 3-D paper snowflakes they made. Pictured are Tyler Albrecht, left, Riley Albrecht, Jaden Hojer, Bo Luethmers, Kadence Wilkinson, Brylee Hunt, Wyatt Peckenpaugh, Kylan Botkin, Maija Lee and Aspen Aughenbaugh.
What’s your favorite thing about the holiday season?
Before break, we asked D.J. Bettin’s and Jennifer Hojer’s fifth-grade class at the De Smet School to answer what their favorite thing about the holiday season is. Here is what the students have … more
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Rising Hope Counseling Services in De Smet
Rising Hope Counseling is now offering their services at the United Methodist Church (UMC) in De Smet to better support individuals, couples and families in the community. According to Bailey … more
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Each week during the holiday season, the De Smet Community Women (DCW) pick a decorated home to honor. DCW has chosen Randy and Lindy Holland on Highway 25 for the third winner of the season. This event is co-sponsored by Otter Tail Power Company.
Week-three winner
The De Smet School District Board of Education was recognized with a Silver Level (Act, Learn, Lead) ALL Award. The board earned the award by participating in ASBSD activities and training opportunities and demonstrating leadership at the local, state and national level throughout the 2024-25 fiscal year. Current board members accepting the award are Nick Wilkinson, left, Blake Hojer, Daniel Albrecht, Evan Buckmiller and Shane Roth.
School board looks at report card
The De Smet school board met on Mon., Dec. 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the high school library to discuss De Smet’s District Report Card for 2024-25. Superintendent Abi Van Regenmorter presented the board … more
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Christmas cheer from the Fire Department
The De Smet Volunteer Fire Department will be in their firetrucks on Christmas morning, delivering treats to children in the community. The firemen have continued this tradition for longer than … more
The De Smet Chamber's Tour of Trees added some excitement as they offered a scooter giveaway for children. Jackson Giedd, left, and Brinley Wilkinson won the two scooters, sponsored by American Bank & Trust and Dakotaland FCU.
Winner, winner
Trisha Wallen officially started Tiny Tiles about one month ago. It began with premade magnets, but she now offers custom magnets along with handmade wooden signs, school-spirit clothing and handmade chunky blankets.
Tiny Tiles bringing big smiles
Trisha Wallen officially launched her new business Tiny Tiles about one month ago. The business is named after the tiny 2x2 custom-made tile magnets Wallen creates using pictures, quotes, logos or … more
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Holiday fun around The Village.
Tidbits of news from The Village
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all! I wanted to send out a letter, letting the community know what we have been doing for the past couple of months. Our season began with Halloween. We … more
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De Smet Quarter One Honor Roll announced
Seniors - Superior Lane Albrecht, Harper Anderson, Aubree Blue, Neva Clubb, Audi Currier, Chauncey Driscoll, Megan Dylla, Anthony Escobar, Blake Jennings, Brooke Jennings, Breyten Johnson, Max Kees, … more
Area businesses give updates
The De Smet Development Corporation held their popular bi-annual meeting at the Oxbow Restaurant at 7 a.m. on Tues., Dec. 9. Business and organizational representatives, along with community members … more
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