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Maynard’s Food Center of De Smet raised over $1300 for the De Smet American Legion Post 138 with their Round Up the Dollar program during the month of September. Pictured is Post 138 Commander Gary Wolkow, left, and Finance Officer Randy Beck.
Legion donation
Board wins gold, discusses winter cheer
The De Smet School Board met on Tues., Oct. 13 to address facility safety concerns, review shifting district enrollment numbers and celebrate earning the highest tier of statewide recognition for … more
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De Smet FFA qualifies for national contest
The De Smet FFA Chapter is heading back to the national stage after a powerhouse performance at the Northeast Region Land and Homesite Judging event in Webster on Wed., Sept. 30. The local … more
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Fall retreat focuses on scams
Scams and how to identify them were discussed at the Medary Women's Fall Retreat held Sept. 22 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Arlington. This year's theme was "The Heart's True Wealth" based on … more
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Rita Anderson and internationally known commissioned sculptor Dale Lamphere. Dale sculpted the statue, which represents the character, strength and courage of South Dakota pioneer women. Anderson was honored as a nominee for this award.  
Anderson is Spirit of Dakota nominee
  Rita Anderson of Iroquois was honored as a nominee for the prestigious 2026 Spirit of Dakota Award during the organization’s banquet on Oct. 3 at the Huron Event Center. The event marked the … more
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Celebrating the official opening of The Locker with a community ribbon cutting are Chad Kruse (Photo by Amy Halverson)
New custom meat facility open
Local tables are about to get a lot more flavorful as Terri Koellner officially opens the doors to The Locker, a brand-new custom processing plant and retail meat shop located right here in De Smet. … more
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Big changes at NAPA Auto Parts
NAPA Auto Parts in De Smet unveils a major storefront renovation and gears up for a wave of new community-focused expansions. Development Manager Jerek Bludorn announced that the recent interior … more
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A fun week of activities for Homecoming
Persistent rain showers could not dampen the community's pride or competitive fire in De Smet this week, as the Bulldogs celebrated their 2026 Homecoming. Capping off a spirit-filled week with the … more
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Music trip to Nashville, New Orleans set
The De Smet School Board met for its regular meeting on Mon., Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. to address a variety of district business, ranging from facilities updates to travel plans for the music students. … more
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Local pickleball league seeks new courts
The De Smet Pickleball League is rallying the community behind a $57,000 push for two brand-new outdoor courts, anchoring the effort with a highly unique pigeon-racing auction fundraiser this fall. … more
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Council hears first budget reading
The De Smet City Council convened on Thurs., Aug. 27 at 5 p.m. at City Hall for a special meeting to plan and review the 2027 appropriations budget. Tracey Larson, Finance Officer, went over the 2027 … more
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What’s next for De Smet? Let’s hear it
In 2006, the De Smet Development Corporation hosted a community meeting to form the goals that would become our 20-Year Comprehensive Plan. Now, two decades later, we’re seeking community input … more
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Board hears from seniors
The De Smet School Board met on Mon., Aug. 17 at 5:30 p.m. at the high school library to hear from some students and discuss school lunches and the bleachers. seniors During public comment, Adalyn … more
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City council declares a new day
The De Smet City Council met at the De Smet Event Center on Wed., Aug. 12 at 5 p.m. to hear from Cliff Hadley regarding James Perkins Day and to acquire street updates from Casey Harty. james perkins … more
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U.S. Army veteran Brittany Smith is launching Littles Homestead Daycare, a new, licensed in-home care option for children ages one to five, opening in De Smet on Mon., Aug. 24.
Littles Homestead Daycare to open soon
A new, early childhood care option is coming to the De Smet community later this month, aimed at providing local families with a nurturing, values-based environment for their children. Littles … more
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Mykel Anderson
Three new faces on the De Smet City Council
The De Smet City Council has recently gained three new members in Mykel Anderson, Brian Fischer and Brady Anderson. We reached out to the new council members to get to know them a little better and … more
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Third and final weekend of the Laura Ingalls Wilder pageant count
State Attendees Arizona 4 Arkansas 2 California 1 Colorado 2 Florida 7 Georgia 1 Idaho 5 Illinois 7 Indiana 16 Iowa 60 Kansas 18 Louisiana 1 Michigan 11 Minnesota 129 Mississippi 2 Missouri 8 Montana … more
The 2026 Clover Classic Livestock Judging Event was held in Brookings. Pictured left to right: Jaelynn Janssen, Nolan Eichler, Weston Eichler and Carson Eichler.
4-H Clover Classic Livestock show held in Brookings
The 2026 Clover Classic was held June 15-16 in Brookings. This event hosted the national qualifying contests for Livestock Judging and Livestock Skill-a-Thon, along with other contests in Meats … more
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New real estate services in De Smet
Burlage Peterson Auctioneers & Realtors, LLC, a third-generation family-run business, now has a new office location at 101 Joliet Ave SE in De Smet. Burlage Peterson was founded in the 1960s by … more
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Correction
In last week's De Smet City Council meeting article, dated July 8, 2026, at 5 p.m., there was an error. Apologies for the error reported in the July 15, 2026, edition. It was stated Grace … more
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