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In response to the increasing budgetary needs of our local schools, American Bank & Trust was inspired to give back to communities through Spirit Cards. The Spirit Card is a debit card that showcases the school district’s name, colors and mascot. When American Bank & Trust account holders make a purchase with their Iroquois/Lake Preston Sharks Spirit Card, AB&T donates a percentage of money back to the Iroquois and Lake Preston school Districts. Since 2022, schools have received a total of $3,500. Representatives from the AB&T Iroquois Branch presented a check for $1,000; these funds will be used to purchase a new squat rack for the weight room. If you would like more information on how you can help support the Iroquois School District by simply swiping your debit card along with showing your school spirit, stop by your local American Bank & Trust location or visit ABT.bank.

Spirit Card donation from American Bank & Trust

2/22/25

Iroquois fifth-grade students who attended STARBASE include Aiden Ebert, back left, Taten Meidinger, Rachel Leinen, Cassidy Lawton-Rose, Lakaia Mallett, Alisa Dunsworth, Joel Bluer, Akiedis Smith; Addison Williams, front left, Pieper Echtenkamp, Jayce Geyer, Oliver Cribben, Qresiaanh Jones, Paisley Songer and Abby Bechen.

From Dec. 9 through Dec. 12, Mrs. Heidi Stroud and her Iroquois fifth-grade students had the privilege of attending the Department of Defense STARBASE program. STARBASE focuses on elementary … more

By Jodi Burma | 12/19/24

Iroquois FCCLA shines at Region V meeting

Ten members of the Iroquois Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Chapter attended the Region V meeting in Brookings on Thurs., Dec. 5, showcasing their skills and leadership in a … more

Submitted by Iroquois Fccla | 12/11/24

Ellianna Blocker and Joshua Dorris are mailing their letters to Santa.

Writing letters to Santa

Iroquois kindergarten students wrote letters to Santa and were excited to put them in the "Letters to Santa" mailbox in the elementary hallway. All students are welcome to write letters, and the … more

12/11/24

Scavenger hunt food drive

Youth from Immanuel Lutheran Church, rural Iroquois, held their annual scavenger hunt food drive on Sat., Nov. 9. They began near the church and traveled around, stopping at church members' houses … more

11/20/24

Dairy tour

Kaci Bechen, Iroquois agriculture teacher and co-FFA advisor took two different groups of agriculture students 7-12 for a tour at Washington Dairy, located north of Spirit Lake. They were guided by … more

11/20/24

Beautiful fall weather welcomed the families who attended the driveway carnival and poker run during Iroquois’ annual Fall Festival on Saturday. Children, many dressed in Halloween costumes, had the opportunity to play games at 12 residences throughout town. Each child received a prize bag at the closure of the carnival. After the games, a spaghetti supper was served at the Legion Hall, followed by Bingo. Erica McDonald-Guthmiller won the poker hand.

Ready for Halloween

10/24/24

Julie Waldner’s latest artwork, including this painting titled "Rockin’ the White Pumpkin," will be included in the Fall Open House at her Iroquois, S.D., studio Sat., Oct. 19. Waldner is well known for her detail in painting the outdoors and pheasant hunting scenes.

Waldner Art Open House Saturday

Popular wildlife and outdoor artist Julie Waldner will have her latest paintings on display during the Open House at the Dakota Reflections Art Studio in Iroquois this Sat., Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 … more

10/16/24

Fall family event planned

The Iroquois Area Community Club met to discuss upcoming events. A fall family event planned for Oct. 19 includes a Driveway Carnival for children and Poker Run for adults, a spaghetti supper and … more

By Mary Wienbar | 9/25/24

1924: Tuition in area schools ranges from $9 to $16

September 19, 1884 Born to Mr. and Mrs. Patton , on section 7-190-59, an 11-pound girl. This is getting rather close to the Gerner boy record of 14 pounds. Dr. Hughey gives a lathing bee at his home … more

9/18/24

Iroquois Homecoming candidates include Chenoa Harris, left, Kera Dubro, Shelby Pekron, Daunte Glanzer, Andrew Gednalske and Cash Kuehl.

IHS celebrates ‘decades’ of homecoming this year

Much has changed over the ‘decades,’ but one thing remains constant; everyone loves homecoming week. Iroquois will be celebrating homecoming next week and have a full itinerary of fun activities … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 9/11/24

Iroquois School District announces new staff

"Our Town, Our School, Our Family ... Iroquois" For 190 years, school has been held in Iroquois. This year’s open house and welcome back was Aug. 13, with each staff member sporting a new T-shirt … more

By Iroquois Staff | 9/4/24

Two men took advantage of the nice day to work on laying rock on the supports of the new shelter at Lake Osceola.

Labor Day weekend

9/4/24

Iroquois School held their Welcome Back Open House on Tues., Aug. 13. Students were able to register for classes and door prizes, drop off supplies, attend orientations and meet the staff. A meal was also served in front of the school, thanks to the Iroquois Booster Club and American Bank & Trust - Iroquois staff helped serve the meal. A photo backdrop was set up for pictures, to commemorate the new school year. Above: The entire school staff wore matching shirts for the open house. "Our Town, Our School, Our Family ... Iroquois"

Welcome back, students

8/28/24

Iroquois United Women to host fundraiser

The Iroquois United Women in Faith have been hosting a yearly fundraiser for the Abbott House in Mitchell, S.D., for approximately 40-50 years. Abbott House serves as one of the foremost providers of … more

By Darcy Miller | 8/14/24

An Iroquois team, The Portuguese Penguins, were champions of the mud volleyball tournament held Aug. 4 in Carthage. Team members included Ava Malone, left, Kera Dubro, Faith Steffensen, Reilyn Zavesky, Logan Peskey and Arthur Silva. Twenty-one teams competed. The tournament was sponsored by the Carthage Loyal Ladies.

We are the champions!

8/7/24

Families and friends gathered over the weekend for Iroquois Sports Day. Addie DeJong holds three-week-old Charlotte Wiskur.

Sports Day weekend means a good time had by all

Bleachers were full; lawn chairs were in abundance, and spectators were standing to watch the riders versus the bulls on Friday night. The Professional Bull Riders Circuit Bull Bash was partnered … more

By Mary Wienbar, Kingsbury Journal | 7/24/24

Madi Burma, left, Taylor Tuel, Kali Burma, Emma Eckmann, Gabriel Voges, Zoei Schmidt-Ellman, Chenoa Harris, Natalie Cundy, Airabella Deysel, Skyla Harris, Tabitha Rose and Daphne Moeller, advisor.

HOSA team returns with awards

Iroquois High School HOSA members recently returned from the HOSA-Future Health Professionals International Leadership Conference held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, June … more

7/24/24

1941: Ringling Circus is announced

July 18,1884 Four trains at the depot at one time Tuesday presented quite a metropolitan appearance. Farmers are warned against cloth peddlers. They are abroad in the land, seeking whom they may … more

7/17/24

Traveling exhibit in Iroquois

“Drawn to the Land: Homesteading Dakota,” a traveling exhibit from the South Dakota Historical Society, will be at the Iroquois Heritage Museum during Sports Day weekend, July 20-21. From 1860 to … more

7/10/24