Jeremiah J. Schneider | Secretary, SD Dept. of Veterans Affairs May is a month rich with meaning and significance as we take time to honor and recognize our veterans, their families, and the many individuals who currently contribute to the strength of our military...
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SD Dept. of Veterans Affairs to host Memorial Day Program
The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will host its annual Memorial Day program on Monday, May 26, 2025, at the South Dakota Veterans Cemetery, located at 25965 477th Avenue, Sioux Falls. The program will begin at 12:00 p.m. (CT).Former District 18 Senator...
Elliott Bartlett
by Zoey Johnston Elliott Bartlett is the son of Sara and Kevin Bartlett.Elliott has been in football, wrestling, FFA, choir, band, All-State Choir, and Student Council. The biggest piece of advice he would give to the incoming freshmen is to turn in your work. His...
Luke Kane
by Natlie Lueth Luke Kane is the son of Mike and Kim Kane. Luke has an older brother, Isaac, and a younger sister, Michaela.During Luke’s four years of high school, he has been involved in the Montrose National Honor Society, band, and choir. Luke would describe his...
Zoey Deters
by Alaina Pawlowski Zoey Deters’ parents are Kelly and Brent Deters, and her siblings are Cloey and JoLynn.Throughout Zoey’s high school years, she has participated in FFA, 4-H, volleyball, One Act, Oral Interp, band, and choir. One of Zoey’s favorite quotes is by...
Nicholas Paulsen
by Dravyn Garza Nicholas James Paulsen is the son of Melissa Beaner and Jess Paulsen. His siblings are Cyrene, Dylan, and Chris.Nick’s dream car, that he has plans to purchase if he can, is the C6 Corvette and the dream truck is a 6.7 Power Stroke 2016. His favorite...
Sam Roling
by Hailey Gambs Sam Roling is the son to Jen and Ryan, brother to Abby.His favorite school lunch is pizza because he says, “it is hard to mess up pizza.” Sam’s dream vehicle is a 2025 GMC Sierra Denali. Sam’s favorite subject is English because he says, “it is very...
Kaydence Svenson
by Logan Tysdal Kaydence Svenson was born on November 5, 2006, and her parents are Eric and Tymarie. Her siblings are Melody, Harper, Bowyn, and Bolter.Kaydence’s favorite class throughout high school was band. So much so that she looks forward to becoming a band...
Jackson Heumiller
by Jackson Doblar Jackson Heumiller was born on September 29, 2006, to Tony Heumiller and Beth Heumiller. His siblings are Anthony and Kylie.Jackson’s favorite school lunch is Japanese Cherry Chicken. Jackson’s dream car is an ‘85 Monte Carlo SS with T-tops. Jackson’s...
Chase selected as Touchstone Energy Scholar of the Week
TOUCHSTONE ENERGY SCHOLAR OF THE WEEK McCook Central senior Abbie Chase accepts her scholarship check from Communications and Public Relations Manager Erica Fitzhugh. Southeastern Electric Cooperative and the McCook Central School are pleased to announce Abbie Chase...
