Beresford Lions turning cans into cash for community good
The club is celebrating International Environmental Week April 18-26 Terry DeLay | Contributor Beresford Lions Club President The Beresford Lions are proving that empty aluminum cans have value. Through a long-running partnership with the Beresford Recycling Center, they are transforming aluminum cans into vital funding for community programs. Aluminum is...
Alcester-Hudson celebrates Prom
Last weekend, Alcester-Hudson celebrated Prom. Seniors Darin Dykstra and Ella Erickson were crowned Prom King and Queen. Turn to page 8 for more photographs from...
New owners take over Pete’s Produce, renaming it Pete’s Hardware
The new owners of Pete’s Hardware, who also own Custom Coils in Alcester, are (left to right): Van Larson, Gerry Ebel, Loyd Miiller, and Laurie Miiller (photo/Gordon Richard)....
Current News
Current News
Grand opening of Hudson’s Hello Gorgeous happening this weekend
The new wellness facility will feature spa treatments and therapies for everyone Riva Sharples |...
BHS students competing in State art competition
One student is in Art Wars Live; 10 part of gallery competition This weekend, BHS students are...
Alcester and Beresford residents enjoying pickleball
Members of the Alcester Pickleball Players Association who showed up to play one Wednesday...
New dance studio now open in Beresford
The Gengler family, consisting of children Joseph, Avalon, Eli and Priya, along with parents Nick...
Alcester receives historical society grant for Hyden House
The South Dakota State Historical Society has awarded matching grants to historic preservation...
Beresford inducts ten new National Honor Society members
On March 23, the Beresford High School National Honor Society welcomed 10 new members. Existing...
Highway 46 closing Tuesday
On Tuesday, April 7, S.D. Highway 46 from the east edge of the City of Beresford to 297th Street...
A-H Fourth Graders learn about water, help to choose new water tower color
Alcester Finance Officer Dave Hodgson visited the Alcester-Hudson Fourth Grade Class last week to...
Beresford family, A-H teacher performing in Sioux Falls musical
Beresford residents Pearl Leiferman and her children Jovee and Milo, are among the cast of 120...
Former Alcester resident visits Alcester, England
Westblade displays one of the Alcester, England, keepsakes she bought. Rabbits hold special...
Beresford Fire Department annual donation drive underway
Don’t miss the open house and pancake feed this Sunday The Beresford Volunteer Fire Department’s...
Planning for new library, Hudson historical room underway
Planning and fundraising is now underway to build a new library and historical room in Hudson. The...
Obituaries
Harry Eidsness
88 Hudson April 24, 1937 – April 4, 2026 Harry Eidsness, age 88, died Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Good Samaritan Society Canton. Private family services will be held. Harry was born on April 24, 1937 in Hudson, SD to Thomas and Hazel (Lundstrom) Eidsness. He attended...
David Wayne Thompson
73 Beresford, SD Nov. 12, 1953 – March 25, 2026 David Wayne Thompson was born November 12, 1953 to Stanley and Ruth (Tellefson) Thompson in Sandwich, Illinois. He passed away March 25, 2026 at his home near Beresford, South Dakota after a battle with cancer. David...
Rosemary Anne Weiland
60 Beresford July 22, 1965 – March 29, 2026 Rosemary Anne Weiland, 60, was called to the Lord on March 29, 2026, surrounded by her family, following a courageous 23-year battle with cancer. Rosemary was born in St. Paul, MN, to Donald and Audrey Erickson on July 22,...
James V. “Jim” Carlson
82 Viborg Aug. 13, 1943 – March 17, 2026 James V. “Jim” Carlson was born August 13, 1943, in Viborg, South Dakota, to Arthur B. and Cora (Ven) Carlson. He passed away March 17, 2026, in Viborg at the age of 82 years. Jim was baptized and confirmed at Skrefsrud...
James V. “Jim” Carlson
82 Viborg Aug. 13, 1943 – March 17, 2026 James V. “Jim” Carlson was born August 13, 1943, in Viborg, South Dakota, to Arthur B. and Cora (Ven) Carlson. He passed away March 17, 2026, in Viborg at the age of 82 years. Jim was baptized and confirmed at Skrefsrud...
Corey Gacusana
82 Spink, SD May 17, 1943 – March 18, 2026 Corey Gacusana passed away on March 18th of 2026 at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Scotland, South Dakota following a long-term illness. A celebration of life will be held March 28th, at 10:00 am at Roseni Lutheran Church...
Ruby Ann Hakl
88 Alcester connections July 29, 1937 – March 12, 2026 Ruby Ann Hakl was born July 29, 1937 to Reuben and Annie (Hegge) Nelson. She died March 12, 2026 in Sioux Falls at the age of 88 years surrounded by her family at Sanford Cottage. She was raised on the family farm...
Arland Arne Rusten
83 Formerly of Beresford July 18, 1942 – March 5, 2026 Arland Arne Rusten, age 83, passed away peacefully in his home at Tea, South Dakota in the early morning dawn on March 5, 2026. A memorial service was held at Wass Funeral Home in Beresford, SD at 2 PM on...
Sports
Beresford Area falls to Vermillion and Lennox
Kasen Voss comes flying in, sliding into home for the score (photo/Erin Bryant). Courtesy of GameChanger The Beresford Area Baseball Team fell to two teams last week. Beresford Area could not keep pace with Vermillion Varsity Tanagers, falling 11-6 on Wednesday, April...
Cubs on the mound
The Cubs opened their season with two losses during opening season action March 28. Here, Leah Solberg takes the mound for the Cubs (photo/Elsie Bovill).
Bobzin’s big day propels Beresford Area past Bulldogs
Ethan Bobzin singles on a line drive to left field (photo/Erin Bryant). Story courtesy of GameChanger Ethan Bobzin drove in five runs on three hits to lead Beresford Area past the Bulldogs 12-0 on Friday, March 27. Ethan Bobzin singled in the third scoring two,...
Awards night held
Outstanding Wrestler Award The BAH Wrestling Team awards night was held last week. The season was reviewed with the following individuals receiving recognition: Stat Awards: Takedowns: Dexton Miller, 92; Reese Olson, 54 Reversals: Dexton Miller, 19; Harper Olson, 7...
Watchdog softball season begins
The Watchdog Softball season kicked off in style last weekend, with the team winning two games to start the season. The team defeated FMFA Phoenix 20-1 and they bested a strong Castlewood team, which had contended for the state title in 2025, with a defeat of 9-4....
Boys basketball earns three Great Plains All-Conference selections
The Alcester-Hudson School District is proud to announce that three members of the boys basketball program have been recognized with Great Plains All-Conference honors following the conclusion of the 2025–26 season. Jacob Cole, a 6’3” senior, was named All-Conference...
Strong group of upperclassmen leading Cub Track & Field
Members of the Cubs’ Track & Field Team pose for a photo (photo/provided). Riva Sharples | Editor Experienced upperclassmen are leading this year’s Cub Track & Field team, according to Coach Mitch Johnson. “We return a strong group of upperclassmen to lead the...
Cubs aiming for state again
Riva Sharples | Editor After placing 3rd at State last year, the Cubs Softball Team is once again setting their sights on State. Under the leadership of a new head coach – Kevin Pies – the team is looking to do what it takes to bring excellence again to this year’s...