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Sheriff Reports

The Kingsbury County Sheriff’s Department reports seven accidents. May 6 – Sabrina Susanen of Oldham was traveling east on US Highway 14 near mile marker 379 when a deer ran into the roadway, … more

6/12/24

Fred Peschl completing a jump during Airbourne training. This photo appeared on the cover of his book, "I’m Fred: The Fred Peschl Story."

De Smet native Fred Peschl was D-Day and POW survivor

This article includes information from the July 7, 1999 News, The Yankton Press on Sept. 29, 2013, The Dakotan and Doug Sall. On June 6, 2024, last Friday, the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the … more

6/12/24

The participants of this year's Old Settlers Day Legion float were Megan Albrecht, left, Tyler Albrecht, Sage Smith, Henry Albrecht, Mike Albrecht, Joey Smith, Andie Smith as well as three Legion members who carried flags to kick off the parade. All the children pictured are great-grandchildren of Henry Albrecht.

A family affair

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The cars are owned by members of the International Dodge Brothers Club. The Club is holding their 36th Annual meeting in Brookings. They will be on display again at the Comfort Inn in Brookings, Wilbert parking lot from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Friday.

Old cars around De Smet on Tuesday

6/12/24

Open house for new school to be set

The De Smet School Board met briefly on Mon., June 10, at 5:30 p.m. to discuss an upcoming open house at the school and to take a moment to thank the staff. OPEN HOUSE Abi Van Regenmorter told the … more

By Amy Halverson, Kingsbury Journal | 6/12/24

Rita Anderson presented a check in the amount of $35,776.66 to Mayor Gary Wolkow and the city council during their monthly meeting on behalf of the Event Center Advisory Board to be used toward placing a strip of cement in the parking lot of the Event Center. Marilyn Skyberg (left) worked hard raising funds with the IMPACT group to help come up with the donation.

Meat locker and concrete project coming

The De Smet City Council met on Wed., June 5 at 5 p.m. to discuss several topics, including a new meat locker coming to De Smet, a donation toward a concrete strip at the Event Center and updates on … more

By Amy Halverson, Kingsbury Journal | 6/12/24

FIFTY YEARS AGO: This 1974 ad for the De Smet News showcases the new front of The News office in 1950 in the rebuilding of the early structure. The bottom photo states Aubrey and Laura Sherwood were “Sailing Through the Years” in the Old Settlers Day parade.

1974: Strange compulsion to go home again

10 YEARS AGO June 9, 2014 Monday at the De Smet School Board meeting, Superintendent Jim Altenburg discussed the school’s need for a better lunch fee collection policy. “We have a policy that … more

6/12/24

The biggest mistake with CPR? Not to try

My first experience with cardiopulmonary resuscitation was during the summer of 1969. I was an orderly in a Minneapolis intensive care unit (ICU) when my patient stopped breathing. I called for help … more

By The Late Richard Holm, Md | 6/12/24

Celebrate Dads, and try fool-proof cherry pie

Father’s Day is this Sunday, and it’s a great excuse to spend a little down time with the special father(s) in your life. It seems like everyone is always busy, especially during the summer … more

By Amy Halverson | 6/12/24

You can have good health at any age

From newborn babies to older adults, we all want to be as healthy as possible and live full and productive lives. That’s why preventive health is so important. Certainly, some health conditions are … more

Submitted by De Smet Avera | 6/12/24

Lake Preston softball players, showing off their new jerseys, thanks to a generous donation from the Porter L. Rich American Legion Post 63.

Donations help kids be kids – and play ball

Supporting youth programs has always been important to the Porter L. Rich American Legion Post 63. So, when there was a need for jerseys for the Lake Preston Summer Recreation program, it was no … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 6/12/24

Jailey, Jentry, Jerney, Jaxon, and Jordan Tolzin

Summer reading is underway!

The Dorothee Pike Memorial Library has begun the summer reading program. This year’s Summer Reading Program is running from May 29 through July 26 and is designed to engage readers of all ages. … more

6/12/24

Wienk resigns; Bumann appointed mayor

The Lake Preston City Council met for its regular monthly meeting on Mon., Jun. 10 at 7 p.m. at City Hall. This meeting saw the resignation of the recently re-elected mayor, and the appointment of … more

By Dave Fields, Kingsbury Journal | 6/12/24

SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO: Veterans of World War I and their auxiliary held their annual convention last week in Aberdeen with the Kingsbury County Barracks unit receiving special recognition being the first unit in the state to achieve its membership quota.

1924: None of county roads yet graveled

10 YEARS AGO June 11, 2014 The 25th annual Lake Thompson Walleye Tournament was held June 7-8 with 65 teams competing for the top prizes. The weather was cool, but those fishing were able to catch … more

6/12/24

1889: Tug of war – Esmond against the world

The Gene Schlueters and Marilyn Skyberg recently returned home following a trip to Tracy, Calif. The Schlueter's granddaughter, Caitlyn DeBenedetti, graduated with honors from the Medical and Health … more

By Marlin Clendening | 6/12/24

In the beginning ... there was the town of Bartram

The Reverend Steve Richert, Brookings, was the speaker at church on June 9, 2024, speaking on 1 John 2:15 – 27. I didn’t make it to church, but the title of the sermon was “Do Not Love the … more

By Rose Grothe | 6/12/24

Spirit Lake News

Spirit Lake Presbyterian Church worship service: Sunday, 10:30 a.m. FM 88.1 Live Facebook Pastor Dick Poppen speaks on KWAT radio on Sunday: 9:35 a.m. Women’s Bible Study: Monday, 7 p.m. Dorothy … more

By Illdena Poppen | 6/12/24

Carthage News

Trinity Lutheran Church worship: June 16, 9:30 a.m. Cole Austerman will be confirmed at this service. Trinity Women of the ELCA will meet Thurs., June 20 at 2 p.m. at Lorelee Nelson’s. Bible School … more

By Lorelee Nelson | 6/12/24

1914: Lightning strike burns elevator to the ground

June 13, 1884 Tin has been found in immense quantities in the Black Hills and promises to be of more true advantage and wealth to the country than all the gold and silver mines ever discovered there. … more

6/12/24

Check out Old Settlers Day this weekend

South Dakota’s longest running celebration, Old Settlers Day in De Smet, S.D., has activities for everyone. This year’s celebration will be filled with both traditional and new events for all to … more

By Amy Halverson, Kingsbury Journal | 6/5/24