ORAL – The criteria for receiving the South Dakota Youth Hunting Adventure’s Jacob Scott Memorial Award is having a positive attitude, a willingness to help others, resiliency, being a role model to youth hunters, being a good steward of wildlife and natural resources, and being an optimistic…
HOT SPRINGS – Meals on Wheels began in 1975 at Brookside and has been helping to feed seniors in need since its inception. In the effort to continue to offer assistance to seniors in need while facing a $60,000 deficit, Hot Springs Meals on Wheels will be offering an ‘Adopt a Senior’ program…
OELRICHS - A large crowd of approximately 55 gathered at the Oelrichs Community Center Friday evening, April 5, for the first of four 2024 Republican Candidate Forums hosted by the Fall River County Republicans. The seven candidates for Fall River County Commissioner introduced themselves and…
HOT SPRINGS – To build or not to build a new justice center and what size to build continues to be discussed at every Fall River County Commission meeting. Some of the ongoing discussion centers around whether a 50-bed or a 100-bed jail would best serve the county. During the commission…
May 24, 1969 - March 1, 2024Dawn Renae Percy, 54, of Hot Springs, S.D., passed away March 1, 2024 at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital in Rapid City, S.D. Dawn was born May 24, 1969.Dawn is survived by her son, Scott Babbitt of Abzurkee, Mont., and his children, Scarlett and Charlie; son, Matthew…
April 27, 1962 - March 6, 2024Timothy P. Alberts, 61, of Hot Springs, S.D., passed away March 6, 2024 in Rapid City, S.D.Timothy was born April 27, 1962 to Robert and Susan (Fergus) Alberts. He is survived by his wife, Jerrie Alberts.Per Timothy’s wishes, no services will be held.…
OELRICHS - Birthdays are a big deal, especially when you turn 95 years old. Leona Dryden was showered with love from family and friends as they gathered at the Oelrichs Community Center on Sunday afternoon, March 10, to celebrate her 95th birthday.After being serenaded with the “Happy Birthday”…
BROUGHT TO YOU BY•Farrell Law Firm,P.L.L.C. - “Tracing its roots to 1946”PO Box 997, 441 N. River St., Hot Springs, SD 57747 • Phone: 605-745-5263Hot Springs Star – March 15, 1994Local man stars on BroadwayJarrod Emick, a 1987 Hot Springs High School graduate, had been cast in the Broadway…
HOT SPRINGS – The Fall River County Commissioners presented a plaque to retiring Highway Superintendent Randy Seiler when they met on Thursday, March 7. Commissioner Joe Falkenburg thanked him for his 24 years of service to the county. “It’s been a good 24 years,” Seiler said.The commissioners…
BROOKINGS–Registration is open for the sixth annual South Dakota State University Extension Community Vitality Energize Conference on May 22 and 23, 2024, in Hot Springs.Energize is a two-day event exploring innovative rural communities and includes speakers, breakout groups and social events…
KADOKA – Last Tuesday night’s Class “A” SoDak 16 matchup in Kadoka featuring sixth-ranked Hot Springs and 11th-ranked Vermillion started pretty much how the Bison had hoped, as they took an early 10-1 lead midway through the first quarter.From that point however, buckets became harder and harder…

Sanders presented award from S.D. Youth Hunting Adventures

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ORAL – The criteria for receiving the South Dakota Youth Hunting Adventure’s Jacob Scott Memorial Award is having a positive attitude, a willingness to help others, resiliency, being a role model to youth hunters, being a good steward of wildlife and natural resources, and being an optimistic individual.

Taxes major topic of County Commission candidate forum

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OELRICHS - A large crowd of approximately 55 gathered at the Oelrichs Community Center Friday evening, April 5, for the first of four 2024 Republican Candidate Forums hosted by the Fall River County Republicans. The seven candidates for Fall River County Commissioner introduced themselves and answered questions from the public. Joe Allen, Les Cope, and Heath Greenough are running for re-election and are being challenged by Jeannine Lecy, John Staben, Trudy Valenzuela and Sandra Wahlert.

Size and location of justice center still baffles commission

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HOT SPRINGS – To build or not to build a new justice center and what size to build continues to be discussed at every Fall River County Commission meeting. Some of the ongoing discussion centers around whether a 50-bed or a 100-bed jail would best serve the county.

UPCOMING EVENT SPOTLIGHT:

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Key Club’s 18th Annual Talent Show When: March 9th at 7pm Where: Mueller Civic Center All Proceeds Donated to Delta Dental Bus Silent Art Auction When: March 17 from 1pm to 3pm Where: Case Auditorium All Proceeds go to the Children’s Miracle Network.

Timothy P. Alberts

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April 27, 1962 - March 6, 2024 Timothy P. Alberts, 61, of Hot Springs, S.D., passed away March 6, 2024 in Rapid City, S.D.

Dawn Renae Percy

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May 24, 1969 - March 1, 2024 Dawn Renae Percy, 54, of Hot Springs, S.D., passed away March 1, 2024 at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital in Rapid City, S.D. Dawn was born May 24, 1969.

Andrew James Hallsted

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January 28, 1968 - March 2, 2024 Andrew James Hallsted, 56, passed away peacefully in his home on March 2, 2024, surrounded by his family. Despite being diagnosed with a seizure disorder at age 2, Andrew loved life and those around him.