


Leading the way
The Parkston High School Class of 2025 received their diplomas this past weekend during the Commencement Exercise in the National Guard Armory.
Big schools may face regional test before One-Act Play Festival
The South Dakota High School Activities Association board of directors found themselves in unfamiliar territory in trying to find a way to cut down on the number of students participating in a state event.

4-H shooting team returns from state meet
The 2025 4-H State Shoot was held Friday, April 25, through Sunday, April 27, in Fort Pierre.
DWU student economists prepare second annual regional report
After last year's successful creation of a business and economic data analysis summary report, leveraging the expertise of local professionals, data from the South Dakota Secretary of State's office and online resources, Dr. Tracy Dice's students were well positioned to jump in and update the 2024 report.
Mount Marty University announces spring 2025 Dean's List
Mount Marty University, Yankton, has announced the Spring 2025 Dean's List honorees.
Grants awarded to six Main Street businesses for facade improvements
Six Parkston Main Street businesses have been awarded grant funds from a pilot program offered by the Parkston Area Foundation and the Parkston Area Development Corporation to update and improve their Main Street building's facade.
HONORING IN MAY
Honoring service, sacrifice and family throughout May
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 community.


Sketch comedy
of the Tripp Area Community Theater put together a reader's theater of Carol Burnett sketches and performed them Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3, at the Idle Theater in Tripp.

Parkston Congregational Church welcomes new pastor
Cole Pleggenkuhle has seen the fruit of God's direction at work in his own life, directing each step from a bicycle accident in junior high to now being called to lead at Parkston Congregational church.