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Tanner Tolzin, left, Gannon Gilligan, Tanner Crain and Hailey Lee are the four freshman FFA members who received new FFA jackets and ties or scarves that were sponsored by members of the class of ‘61 as a memorial for Richard Baier. Baier was active in FFA through high school. A patch which will be sewn on the inside pocket of each jacket says, “Sponsored by members of the class of ‘61 in memory of Richard Baier.”

10/20/21

The audience listens intently as Delmer Wolkow talks about his little sister, DeAnn Kruempel, seated to his left in the black top, and the books she has written. Kruempel was in town last Friday for a book signing hosted at Ward’s Store and Bakery.

DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel grew up about seven miles north of De Smet on a small family farm not too far from Erwin. Growing up on a farm and in a rural area brought many exciting and challenging … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 10/13/21

De Smet Board of Education President Shane Roth, left, Barb Asleson, Donita Garry, Jared Tolzin and Evan Buckmiller were recently recognized by the Associated School Boards of South Dakota for achieving the status of Gold Level Board for the 2020-2021 school season. To be eligible for the gold level, the school board is required to complete training, attend events and participate in various activities to earn points to achieve the various levels. In South Dakota, thirty-three school boards achieved the gold level out of 167 school boards.

Lake Preston girls may play with Lady Bulldogs

The De Smet Board of Education met Monday evening. While most of the agenda items were straight forward, one item brought in the public. Item 10 was discussion and motion for Lake Preston girls … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 10/13/21

De Smet volunteer firefighters and ambulance crew members spent Monday evening with Physician Assistant Karley Fischer and Nurse Practitioner Jodi Jung from the De Smet Cardiac Readiness Committee. The firefighters were taught how they can assist in cardiac emergencies, and familiarized with equipment needed in such an emergency.

Staying Alive…

10/13/21

Pictured is the house that Pa Ingalls constructed in De Smet where the Ingalls family lived during many of their years in De Smet. This is the photo used by the USA Network on their website promoting votes for De Smet as the Best Historic Small Town in the US.

Best historic town in the U.S.?

De Smet was honored by the USA Today Network as one of twenty towns in the running for the Best Historic Town in the United States. Now is the time for everyone to vote online every day for De Smet … more

By Kingsbury Journal Staff | 10/6/21

Class of 1970 met in the Black Hills Sept. 8 - 10 for their 50 +1-year (due to COVID) class reunion. Twenty-seven alumni attended. Steve Hoy, back left, Mary Lynn O’Keefe, Jeannie Halverson, Pam Neu, Ann Moeller, Sheri Moe, Bob Reece, Jim Skyberg, Steve Carmen. Marlys Carroll, in front of Sheri going left, Buddy Belzer, Jacky Rounseville, Susan Price. Margaret Hayden, front left, Glennette Halverson, Mike Coughlin, Vivian Muser, Linda Snyder, Jill Grothe, Cindy Wallum, Jackie Hannah, Jane Spencer, Jennifer Wilkins, Bobbi Hansen, Dennis Washburn. Scott Jensen, seated, Kathy McDonald, in red next to Jensen.

De Smet Class of 1970 reunites

9/29/21

Julie Petersen, the daughter of Dr. Dobson, has opened DeSigns Salon located in the front of her father’s chiropractic clinic in De Smet.

New spot for a haircut

“I love coloring hair as far as technical skills go, but my favorite thing about being a master stylist or running a salon is just that it’s never the same day. There’s a lot of different … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 9/29/21

Meet Bob, the new store manager at Maynard’s

A new face has been walking the aisles at Maynard’s in De Smet. His name is Bob Blaha, and he’s the store’s new manager. He has been there for two months and said he enjoys the many challenges … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 9/29/21

2022 budget is approved

The De Smet City Council called a special meeting last Wednesday to iron out their 2022 budget. The meeting lasted close to two hours, and their new budget is finalized and approved. Total … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 9/29/21

New Arrival

Addison Grace Vockrodt was born to Brandon and Kayla (Nuese) Vockrodt on Sept. 7, 2021, at 5:48 p.m. She weighed 6 pounds 1 ounce and was 18.75 inches long. more

9/29/21

De Smet’s cheerleaders stir up excitement in the audience at the Homecoming game at Wilkinson Field. The Bulldogs shut out the WiLdKats 44-0.

We’ve got spirit, yes we do….

9/29/21

Bartlett named De Smet postmaster

Cheryl Bartlett took over her new duties recently as De Smet’s postmaster. One of her goals for her new position is to make changes that make someone’s day a little easier. She says she may not … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 9/24/21

The 2021 DHS Homecoming Court includes candidates Riley Myers, left, Katelyn Halverson, Kennadi Buchholz, Camryn Schmidt, Kalen Garry, Rett Osthus, Cody Aughenbaugh and Colt Wilkinson. Coronation will be Thurs., Sept. 23 at 7:30 p.m. The Homecoming game puts the Kimball/White Lake WiLdKats challenging the De Smet Bulldogs at Wilkinson Field, Fri., Sept. 24 at 7 p.m.

De Smet’s Homecoming candidates

9/24/21

All Kids Bike fundraiser

LIW Elementary is seeking support for a complete Kindergarten PE Program, including a fleet of Strider AKB-Specific Bikes, helmets, pedals conversion kits, a Strider 20" bike for teacher instruction … more

9/24/21

Main Street Project documentation begins soon

The De Smet Common Council met Wednesday with an agenda list full of twenty-two items and tackled the workload in three hours. All members were present. In the last city council meeting, residents … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 9/15/21

Board approves proposed 2022 budget

The De Smet Board of Education met Monday for less than an hour to approve the 2022 Proposed Budget and cover an agenda with about twenty-two items on it. The proposed 2022 fiscal year budget was … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 9/15/21

Sebastian brings Las Vegas & ‘Sinatra’ to town

Sebastian Anzaldo is fast becoming one of the top ‘Frank Sinatra’ interpreters in the country. In just a few short years, he has honed his act to perfecting the essence of the great musical icon. … more

By Rita Anderson, Kingsbury Journal | 9/12/21

De Smet Development Corporation representatives to the recent Energize Conference held in Milbank visited with Amanda Brinkman, host of the hit television show ‘Small Business Revolution.’ Pictured above are Rita Anderson, left, Amy Kruse, Brinkman and Billi Aughenbaugh.

De Smet represented at Energize! Conference

From Aug. 11-12, the community of Milbank brought together a national speaker, as well as innovators and service providers from across the state to celebrate and learn about the successes and … more

9/12/21

Skating dates set!

The De Smet Event & Wellness Center has announced their September and October roller skating dates! Mark your calendars for Sept. 17, Oct. 15 and Oct. 29. Make sure to check their Facebook page … more

9/12/21

Food Pantry seeking donations

The Food Pantry is town is seeking donations of a select few items for various clients. If you can donate, feel free to drop off on Tuesdays from 1:00-4:00 or call Robyn Flickinger at 605-203-1993 to … more

9/12/21

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