Phase one of Alcester Park revitalization project may begin soon,but fundraising is needed
New shelter and restrooms, multi-sport court, and playground planned Riva Sharples | Editor When the ambitious park revitalization project is completed at Alcester’s Herb Anderson Park, the town will have an amazing park and pool facility, one that rivals any big city town. That’s the hope of volunteers and community members who have spent countless hours...
Everyone is invited to Round Up Day at Komstad Church
End of summer celebration will feature food, fun, and fellowship at the country church that celebrated 151 years this summer Riva Sharples | Editor It will be about food, fun,...
Area residents set to enjoy family, rest, and relaxation on Labor Day
The national holiday, which occurs Sept. 1 this year, celebrates the American worker Riva Sharples | Editor This weekend, many in the area will enjoy a three-day weekend, thanks...
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From the sidelines to the podium
Petra took home the Gold in the Women’s 55-59 Javelin Throw at the National Senior Games in Des...
Great things have come and are coming to Beresford
During last week’s Strategic Planning session in Beresford, three individuals were recognized for...
It’s back to school in the Beresford School District this week
Riva Sharples | Editor Approximately 630 students in the Beresford School District began a new...
Fifth Annual Farmers Market Chili Cook-off is next weekend
Riva Sharples | Editor The 5th annual Chili Cook-off sponsored by the Beresford Farmers Market...
K & M Tire employees enjoy time with company owner, administration
Beresford facility is top-rated, five-star hub for distribution company Riva Sharples | Editor...
First Summertime Wonderland Pageant a success
The first Summertime Wonderland Pageant was held last Saturday in Alcester. Pictured left to right...
Despite storm damage, concert at The Specialty Crop will happen this weekend
Musician Ben Gage performs a free concert at The Specialty Crop Farm, rural Hudson, this weekend...
Students are back to school this week in the Alcester-Hudson School District
Riva Sharples | Editor Approximately, 370 students in grades preschool through 12th returned to...
Communities come together to battle storm damage
Storm damage on Main Street in Hudson (photo/provided). Governor Rhoden visits Hudson, the hardest...
Beresford 4-Hers exhibit at Lincoln County Fair despite storm
Beresford’s Anna Sieperda took Champion Junior rabbit showman at the Lincoln County Fair held last...
Beresford’s Gerald Dahlin named 2025 Technician of the Year
Gerald Dahlin of D.A.D.’s Repair in Beresford has been named 2025 Technician of the Year...
Obituaries
Dirk Allen Rozeboom
37 Hudson August 14, 2025 Dirk Allen Rozeboom, 37, of Hudson, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Funeral Service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 22, 2025, at Trinity Christian Reformed Church in Rock Valley, Iowa with Pastor Matt Styles officiating. Burial...
Donald Orville Jensen
90 Formerly of Beresford August 11, 2025 Donald (“Tiny”) Orville Jensen, 90, passed away August 11, 2025, with his wife beside him at his home in Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission, TX. His wife Sharon had lovingly cared for him during his declining health the last few...
Odell LaVerne Olsen
81 Formerly of Beresford August 6, 2025 Odell LaVerne Olsen was born on April 16, 1944, in Beresford, SD, to Odell and Evelyn Olsen. He passed away on August 6, 2025, at age 81. Odell attended Gothland rural school and graduated from Beresford High School. He then...
Donna M. Anderson
92 Alcester March 4, 1933 – August 2, 2025 FAITH, FAMILY, FRIENDS—and MUSIC If we were to sum up Donna’s life in a few words, the preceding caption of four words, list the priorities of her life. This was her favorite quote found in many places throughout her home....
Joan Pedersen Nygaard (Edblom)
94 Beresford July 27, 2025 Joan Pedersen Nygaard (Edblom) was born January 29, 1931, to Alvin and Alice Edblom. She entered peacefully into Heaven, surrounded by her family at home, on July 27, 2025, at the age of 94. Joan was born and raised on a farm in Beresford,...
Kent Everett Edson
83 Formerly of Alcester August 1, 2025 The funeral for Kent Everett Edson, 83, of Aberdeen, South Dakota, will be 2:00 pm, Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Zion Lutheran Church, Aberdeen, with Pastor Nicole Martin officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery. Kent...
LaVerne Jacob Hofer
87 Beresford, SD LaVerne Jacob Hofer, 87, of Beresford, South Dakota, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 4, 1938, in Freeman, South Dakota, to Jacob and Edna Hofer, LaVerne lived a life devoted to faith, education,...
Gordon William Tornberg
95BeresfordJune 30, 2025Gordon William Tornberg peacefully passed at the age of 95 on June 30, 2025.Born Jan. 26, 1930, to Lillian and Oscar Tornberg, he was the second of eight children. Gordon was a dairy farmer and business partner with his own father and the...
Sports
Cubs and Watchdogs both win opening season games
Cubs Senior Darin Dykstra had five touchdowns during last Friday’s win against Howard (photo/Karla Bovill). Riva Sharples | Editor Both the Alcester-Hudson Cubs and the Beresford Watchdogs dominated their opponents during opening season action last Friday, August 22....
Experienced Cubs football team ready to win
Riva Sharples | Editor Though the Cubs will feel the loss of a couple of seasoned players from last year, this year’s team comes to the field with experience, determination, and a hunger to win. Coming off a 4-5 season last year, the Cubs are hoping to end on the...
Cubs preparing for a great season
Riva Sharples | Editor After graduating nine seniors from last year’s Cubs volleyball squad, this year’s Cubs volleyball team will include a lot of new faces. The team is excited to come together to step onto the court to fight for the win. “This group of girls are...
Young squad of Cubs learning, enjoying cross country
Riva Sharples | Editor This year, it’s a young squad of Cubs learning and enjoying the sport of cross country. The athletes range in age from sixth grade through freshman. On the team this year is: freshman McKayla Anderson, eighth grader Elsie Bovill, seventh grader...
Eight seniors leading the team
Riva Sharples | Editor This year’s Watchdog varsity volleyball team will be led by eight experienced seasons. Seniors include Tavyn Valder (L), Addison Potter (DS), Jade Rhody (RS/MH), Harley Koth (MH), Kendra Ellis (MH), Addison Peterson (DS), Morgan Deraad (DS), and...
Experienced Watchdog football team excited for the season
Riva Sharples | Editor A prepared team ready to win will step onto the field this season for Watchdog Football. “We had a very good off season in the weight room and on the practice field,” said Head Coach Scott Ebert. “We are excited to get our 2025 football season...
Watchdog golf team small, but mighty
So far this season, Beresford’s Benjamin “Trip” Seeley, Lucas Anderson, Mason Hofer, Parker Olson, Colton Seeley and Grayson Adams have competed for the Watchdogs Golf team. It will be a short but intense season for the boys, with Regions happening at the end of...
Alcester-Hudson Football Skills Camp a success
Pictured are participants in the Alcester-Hudson Football SkillsCamp, held in late July. Back Row: Andrew Bovill, Wayne Overhulser, Ayden Smith, Jacob Cole, Zachary Kemner, Logan Rodriquez, Evan Haak, Carter Rodriquez, and Jack Thompson. Middle Row: Emmett Manning,...