When Alexis Myers tore a knee ligament the second week of practice as a senior high school basketball player in Ethan, it was a low point in her young life. “There were so many …
In the mid-1970s, about two dozen beautifully sculpted animals were placed in Volga’s City Park. The collection represented the remarkable work of a talented amateur sculptor, the late …
BROOKINGS — Before the start of the 2024 National Football League season, the Minnesota Vikings’ 10th overall pick and projected starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy went down with a knee …
BROOKINGS — The Brookings High School Marching Band delivered another strong performance at the Pursuit of Excellence competition in Marshall recently, earning a commendable second place behind …
Good dental health in children is crucial for overall well-being. Healthy teeth enable proper chewing, speech development, and contribute to self-esteem. Prioritizing dental health through education, …
VOLGA — Amy Verhelst knew from the age of 4 that she wanted to be a kindergarten teacher. And today she’s not just teaching kindergarten at the Sioux Valley District — she’s …
BROOKINGS — Former South Dakota State University football player and entrepreneurial studies major Tommy Hopp will return to campus Oct. 2 for the Ness School of Management and …
ARLINGTON — A Friday morning accident a few miles west of Arlington sent two people to Brookings Health System with serious injuries, according to the Kingsbury County Sheriff’s Office. …
Put fall leaves to work in your landscape. This valuable resource makes a great mulch in planting beds, adds organic matter and nutrients to the soil, provides habitat for many beneficial insects, …
Read all about what's on the menu in Brookings, Bruce and Elkton in the days ahead.
Read all about what's on the agendas of Brookings-area governing agencies in the week ahead.
BROOKINGS —City councilors received an update at Tuesday night’s meeting on an effort to mitigate the impact of Six-Mile Creek, which has a propensity to overrun its banks every so often, …
Local small-business owners and their employees are invited to learn more about the Americans with Disabilities Act and how it impacts their operations during a presentation Oct. 16 at 8:30 a.m. in …
BROOKINGS — A deer darting out in front of a moped sent a 55-year-old Brookings man to the hospital on Monday night, according to a Wednesday news release from the Brookings County …
BROOKINGS — South Dakota State University Theatre and Dance will kick off its 2024-25 season with the wonky comedy “Fuddy Meers.” It's one harrowing and hilarious turn …
The Medary Creek Beavers held their monthly meeting in Bushnell at the Bushnell Park on Sept. 8. Maddisyn called the meeting to order, Dailynn led the flag pledge, and Maddisyn led the 4-H …
BROOKINGS — As part of its commitment to empowering older adults, South Dakota State University Extension is launching two new physical activity programs during Falls Prevention Awareness Week. …
Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end. (Proverbs 29:11) My grandson as a toddler insisted on putting on his own socks. This mostly resulted in him failing to …
Read all about what Brookings-area groups have planned in the days ahead.
BROOKINGS — The 12th Annual Oakwood Open disc golf tournament is slated to kick off this Saturday at Oakwood State Park near Bruce. Held every fall at the park, the tournament serves as a …