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Lake Preston sophomores who visited Carthage as part of their study of John Krakauer's book "Into the Wild" include Kamdon Anderson, rear left, Alec Pirlet, Owen Wienk, Gabe Olarca; paraprofessional Heidi Woodard, front left, Chloe Dampier, Mary Unruh, Elise Hope, Danielle Krueger and teacher Krista O'Dea.

Lake Preston teacher Krista O'Dea's sophomore English class visited Carthage on Oct. 23 as part of their study of John Krakauer's book, "Into the Wild," a true story about Christopher McCandless, aka … more

By Donna Palmlund, Kingsbury Journal | 10/29/25

ACT test part of strategic plan

The Lake Preston Board of Education met Oct. 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the school’s superintendent’s office. To meet state requirements, Superintendent Dana Felderman proposed a change to the school’s … more

By Mike Siefker, Kingsbury Journal | 10/17/25

The fifth grade class played the board game “Trouble” during the homecoming parade.

And that’s a wrap on Homecoming

Homecoming week is a time to make memories and to show school spirit. The Lake Preston school just wrapped up a busy and successful Homecoming. The week began with coronation, where Ben Curd and … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 10/15/25

New member of the Hardrocker Hall of Fame

When Melanie (Vedvei) Olson was young with two older sisters who played basketball, she quickly developed a love for the game. She would spend hours in the shed, dribbling the ball, doing shooting … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 10/8/25

Residents voice complaints over surcharges

The Lake Preston City Council met on Mon., Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. in the community room. They discussed several topics including the water and sewer charges, construction updates and hiring a new city … more

By Amy Halverson, Kingsbury Journal | 10/1/25

An airplane owned by Wilde Air Service landed at the Lake Preston airport and then was taxied down Highway 14 before being parked in front of the Lake Preston school to greet students at their open house last week.

The Sky’s the Limit for LP students

The halls at the Lake Preston School are filled with students again, and teachers and administrators are excited to have them back for another year of learning. The one thing they all hope students … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 9/3/25

Review of water projects, budget plans

The Lake Preston City Council held its regular monthly meeting on Mon., Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. at City Hall. The council received construction updates, discussed nuisance properties at length and learned … more

By Dave Fields, Kingsbury Journal | 8/21/25

Roof work was being done to the UCC/UMC church on Main Street in Lake Preston last week.

Repairs being made

8/21/25

Two new faces at Lake Preston Schools

While the Lake Preston School lost two long-time employees last school year to retirement, they were able to fill both openings and are excited to welcome Faith Debban as the music teacher and Mabel … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 8/6/25

Election of new officers follows budget hearing

The Lake Preston Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on Mon., July 14 at 5:30 p.m. in the superintendent’s conference room, following a brief budget hearing at 5:15 p.m. The board … more

By Dave Fields, Kingsbury Journal | 7/23/25

Kooper Elizabeth Osvog

Kooper Elizabeth Osvog was born April 28 to Garrett and Jenn (White) Osvog of De Smet. She weighed seven pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 inches long, born in Watertown, S.D., at Prairie Lakes Hospital. … more

7/23/25

Summer projects progressing on schedule

The Lake Preston Board of Education held its year-end meeting for the 2024–25 school year on Mon., June 30 at 7:30 a.m. in the superintendent’s conference room, moving quickly through a series of … more

By Dave Fields, Kingsbury Journal | 7/16/25

New water/sewer rates starting Sept. 1

The Lake Preston City Council held its regular monthly meeting on Mon., June 9 at 7 p.m. at City Hall. They approved an addition to Boomer’s gas station, heard public comments about property … more

By Dave Fields, Kingsbury Journal | 6/25/25

Jaryn Huth plans to hold mini markets starting July 13 at her home in Lake Preston.

Get ready for fresh garden goodies

Summer is the time for farmers’ markets, and some will be popping up in the next couple of months in Lake Preston. Tanya Flegel with Flegels Flowers will be holding the first market on June 28 from … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 6/19/25

Third Quarter Honor Roll announced

A Honor Roll (GPA 4.0-3.65) Seniors: Kason Anderson, Amelia Holland, Trinity Pirlet*, Grace Greene, Jaxson Long Juniors: Mallory Carlson, Brityn Davies*, Isaac Olson, Ben Curd*, Hadlee Holt*, Lorick … more

6/4/25

Kutler Nuzum was the winner of the Work Zone Awareness Billboard Contest. He was recently recognized and received his own miniature billboard.

Nuzum chosen as billboard winner

Schools are letting out for the year, which can only mean one thing, summer is near. Summer brings warmer weather and road construction. Work zones and highway workers are popping up all over. Every … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 5/21/25

Next year’s budget and schedule reviewed

The Lake Preston Board of Education met for the final regular meeting of the current school year on Mon., May 12 at 7 p.m. in the superintendent’s conference room. The board reviewed the … more

By Dave Fields, Kingsbury Journal | 5/21/25

Longville receives the Army Achievement Medal

Sergeant Kristen Longville, daughter of Scott and Michelle Longville of Lake Preston and former graduate of Lake Preston High School, was recognized for her achievements at the original … more

5/21/25

Lynne Brown is retiring after teaching music at the Lake Preston school for 39 years. She spoke at the spring elementary program about how much she has enjoyed her time at Lake Preston and in the community.

An entire career spent at the LP school

Lynne Brown knew early in life that she wanted to be a music teacher. Brown had a love for music at an early age, and during her junior year, she was chosen to be a section leader. That gave her a … more

By Corrie Walter, Kingsbury Journal | 5/16/25

Alan Vedvei, the 1976-77 State FFA President was the guest speaker at this year’s FFA banquet.

Former State FFA president encourages members

The Lake Preston FFA Chapter held their annual banquet, honoring the students and their successes this past school year. They also had a guest speaker, Alan Vedvei, State FFA President in 1976-77. As … more

By Kingsbury Journal Staff | 5/16/25