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Clear barriers are in place at Iroquois School to help students and staff with social distancing.

8/12/20

Grant Wilkinson sends a putt toward the fifth hole. He was teamed with his father, Mark Wilkinson. Together, they shot 33 to tie for first in the boys age 11-12 flight.

This past Sunday evening was another great one to spend on the golf course. A total of 26 teams across several age groups participated in the 33rd Annual Junior/Senior Tournament. The tournament … more

By Matt Kees, Kingsbury Journal | 8/12/20

Andru Andrews adjusting his dial in prior to his race.

Another day on the track

On Aug. 8, another Saturday was spent at the track for the Lake Preston drag team. A total of nine cars raced in Teen Championship and High School Championship. Andru Andrews, after winning … more

By Sasha Andrews, Kingsbury Journal | 8/12/20

Phil Warkenthien, an experienced motocross rider from Willow Lake, catches plenty of airtime on this jump.

Dirt bikes take to the air

If you step outside your door when the snow is gone and the ground is starting to dry, you are likely to hear the “Brraaaap!” of dirt bikes coming from the northwest part of town. The … more

By Caryn Hojer, Kingsbury Journal | 8/12/20

Look What I Caught

Fishy Family OutingThe Urevig family of Brookings spent family time at Lake Thompson recently and caught some nice crappies (and small white bass). Showing their catch are Curt, left, Luke and Sarah. … more

8/5/20

Kingsbury County Country Club events

Tuesdays 8:00 a.m. — Senior LeagueTuesdays 5:00 p.m. — Ladies’ NightWednesdays 5:00 p.m. — Men’s NightThursdays 5:00 p.m. — Couples’ NightAugust 9 — … more

8/5/20

With several participants and spectators looking on, Dave Sorenson chips onto the green of the eighth hole during the Derby this past Saturday. The Derby starts with 10 teams and eliminates one each hole until crowning a winner. Mike Tordoff and Brock Wallen finished as the victors this year.

Halverson family generosity leads to renewed tradition

This weekend marked the beginning of a new tradition at Kingsbury County Country Club. The 1st Annual Dick Halverson KCCC Invitational saw 21 two-man teams showcase their talents on Saturday and … more

By Matt Kees, Kingsbury Journal | 8/5/20

Beanbag champs: Scott Beehler, left, and Mike Ruth display their winning trophy following the beanbag tournament.

Sports Day a success despite COVID-19

It was a hot morning for the Sports Day parade July 18. The American Legion Post 280 Color Guard led the parade as Joni Hulbert Larson sang the National Anthem. Parade winners were Cundy’s … more

8/5/20

Remembering golfers

Memorial signs at the #1 tee box at the Kingsbury County Country Club honor local golfers who have passed. Signs were displayed this year for Jim Baszler, Lester Rodney, D. Wayne & Audrey Meyer, … more

8/5/20

Look what I caught

Monster crappie! Rafael Plaza of Huron caught this 13” crappie on the Oldham Grade last week while fishing after work. The fish was caught casting a white Lindy Live Bait Jig, tipped with a … more

7/29/20

Kingsbury County Country Club events

Tuesdays 8:00 a.m. — Senior LeagueTuesdays 5:00 p.m. — Ladies’ NightWednesdays 5:00 p.m. — Men’s NightThursdays 5:00 p.m. — Couples’ NightFriday, July 31 @ … more

7/29/20

Birdie dance: The primary goal for Thursday night golf at KCCC is to have fun. Caitlyn DeBenedetti and Gordie Skyberg prove they are up to the task with their birdie dance last week.

Thursday night golf at KCCC always fun!

Twenty to 30 couples gather every Thursday to see what kind of golf variation they will play that night. Two couples are assigned to organize the game, and every week the format is different. Last … more

By Marilyn Skyberg, KCCC Member | 7/29/20

Park manager David Shepherd becomes familiar with the staff and responsibilities of his new position at Lake Thompson Recreation Area.

Welcome to Lake Thompson

David Shepherd of Estelline, S.D., was recently hired as the new park manager at Lake Thompson Recreation Area. Shepherd replaces John Christensen, who had been at the park since its inception. … more

By Connie Girard, Kingsbury Journal | 7/29/20

Family ties lead to baseball double-header

De Smet’s 12U baseball team found themselves facing an uncommon opponent on Sunday with a home double-header against Dell Rapids. De Smet’s Coach Wes Clubb is married to Dell … more

7/29/20

The 2010 Lake Preston Team takes a minute to pose with their trophies. (back) Zack Longville, Matthew Bentley, Issac Wilde, Anthony Strande; (front) Stephannie (Bentley) Ladwig of Lake Preston and Michelle (Springer) Baker from De Smet.

Looking back on a decade on the track

A decade ago, drag racing was much different for the Lake Preston and De Smet communities. The track looked the same, but the number of cars that showed up was drastically different, as the number of … more

By Sasha Andrews | 7/29/20

Vaulting back into the saddle: Candice Aamot performs for an audience at an amateur rodeo in Geddes, S.D. Candice is a specialty act and does trick riding and Roman riding.

Area youth compete in our state sport – rodeo

The word “rodeo” is steeped in tradition, a tradition defined as “an exhibition or contest in which cowboys show their skills in riding broncs, roping calves, wrestling steers and … more

By Anne Aamot, Kingsbury Journal | 7/29/20

Wheatie and friends

Participants in the end-of year kids' poker run on July 19 to benifit the De Smet baseball program take a break with sponsor and organizer Pat "Wheatie" Hanson, center. Proceeds from last year's … more

7/29/20

The Arlington-Lake Preston Badgers play the De Smet Bulldogs during the 2018 season.

Game on! High school sports are a go

The South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) voted unanimously July 22 to proceed with high school sports on time. However, schools and localities will have the final say regarding … more

By Donna Palmlund, Kingsbury Journal | 7/29/20

Pre-season sports meeting scheduled

De Smet High School will have their annual fall pre-season sports meeting for all athletes in grades 7-12 on Wednesday July 29th at 7:00 in the Armory. more

7/24/20

Kingsbury County Country Club events

Tuesdays 8:00 a.m. — Senior LeagueTuesdays 5:00 p.m. — Ladies’ NightWednesdays 5:00 p.m. — Men’s NightThursdays 5:00 p.m. — Couples’ NightFriday, July 31 @ … more

7/22/20

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