Rachel Bryan, a student at Dakota Valley, and Mackenzie Steinbrecher from Yankton County attended the 4-H National Western Round Up and placed fifth overall in Hippology in Denver, CO. They were a team of three but the third member was unable to make it out to Denver due to the bad weather. Hippology is the study of horses. 4-H kids from around the country met in Denver to compete at the round up. Some kids came as far away as Hawaii.

Eric Rosenbaum is presenting a discussion about the early settlers of the Big Sioux Township and their role in fur trading, agriculture, military supply and the growth of the area. The event, which will include the discovery of human remains along I-29, will take place Jan.

The Siouxland Humane Society is currently taking orders for its Gourmet Double Chocolate Caramel Apples, the perfect Valentine gift. The cost is $20 per apple with all proceeds going to the homeless animals in the area.

Once again a representative of Farmers Coop Society has approached the Union County Commissioners, Jan. 10, about purchasing a part of the fairground property. The portions of the fairgrounds included a stretch of land near the railroad tracks to incorporate weigh scales and the tractor pull area.

In local efforts to help raise money for new park equipment for Tower Park in Jefferson, Jefferson Beer Supply is participating in the TAGG program. TAGG – Together A Greater Good – is a program that connects nonprofits, businesses and consumers for mutual benefit.

.

Iowa State University Nearly 1,800 graduates received degrees in December. Graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies were held Dec.

In response to parish and listener requests, the Spanish Rosar y has returned to Siouxland Catholic Radio 88.1 FM. All four mysteries of the Spanish Rosary are available on Siouxland Catholic Radio’s home page, siouxlandcatholicradio.

Governor Kristi Noem and legislators announced legislation to preserve agriculture. “Agriculture is by far our state’s largest industry, accounting for one out of every five jobs in South Dakota,” Noem said.

Governor Kristi Noem and legislators announced legislation to recognize outof- state licenses for nearly every profession. “South Dakota’s economy has been booming, but our workforce has been experiencing some growing pains,” Noem said.