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Showing at the Dells Theater

August 7, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

“TROLLS: WORLD TOUR” – Poppy and Branch discover that they are but one of six different Troll tribes scattered over six different lands devoted to six different kinds of music: Funk, Country, Techno, Classical, Pop and Rock. Their world is about to get a lot bigger and a whole lot louder. A member of hard-rock royalty, Queen Barb, aided by her father King Thrash, wants to destroy all other kinds of music to let rock reign supreme. With the fate of the world at stake, Poppy and Branch, along with their friends, set out to visit all the other lands to unify the Trolls in harmony against Barb, who’s looking to upstage them all.

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Phillip Baumberger

August 2, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Phillip James Baumberger, 25, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at the University of Indiana Medical Center in Indianapolis after a battle with cancer.

There will be a public visitation for Phillip on Monday, August 3, 2020 at Christ the King Catholic Church in Omaha, NE (654 S 86th St, Omaha, NE 68114) from 5:00 -7:00 p.m. with the Christian Wake Service beginning at 7:00 p.m.

His Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at St. Joseph the Workman Catholic Church at Huntimer, SD. Visitation will be two hours prior to the start of the service. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Kahler-Brende Funeral Home. www.kahlerfh.com

Phillip James Baumberger was born on May 22, 1995 in Indianapolis, Indiana at St. Francis Hospital to James and Kathy (Schreurs) Baumberger. He grew up at the family business, Dakota Landing Golf Course, socializing, golfing, and working alongside his sister Janice. He attended Franklin Township schools in Indiana, Shattuck St Mary’s High School for one year in Minnesota, and then graduated from Lincoln East High School in Nebraska. He was awarded college golf and academic scholarships at the University of Nebraska Omaha, ultimately graduating with degrees in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Spanish in 2019.

During college, Phillip’s passion for the truth motivated him to join the St. John Paul II Newman Center. Faith became the cornerstone of his life. On campus, Phillip could be found rushing to Knights of Columbus council meetings, running alongside Life Runners, supporting FOCUS ministries, or volunteering at Boys Town. He ultimately grew most passionate about pro-life work, leading him to become an apologist for the Abortion Dialogue Academy.

Phillip appreciated a good debate with his sister, and challenged his friends to develop a deeper level of thought. He also was recklessly generous, a trait he got from his mother. He enjoyed nature, sports, traveling, and being adventurous (often ending the adventure with a nap in a tree). His host brothers and sisters enticed him to travel Europe. He especially relished his study abroad time in Spain due to the value placed on family.

Throughout his nine-month battle with stage IV T-cell Lymphoma, he inspired many, especially his father, with his unwavering faith and trust in the Lord’s plan. Phillip has been described as “a bright light, an amazing soul, and a strong force.”

He passed away on July 29, 2020, preceded in death by his mother, his maternal grandmother, Shirley Schreurs and his paternal grandfather, Terry Baumberger, an aunt Kim Schreurs a cousin, Matthew Sweeney, an uncle Russ Sweeney.

He is survived by his father, sister Janice (Baumberger) Gerlach, brother-in-law Matthew Gerlach, and his new godson/nephew Declan Gerlach; his maternal grandfather, Duane Schreurs and his paternal grandmother, Dorothy Baumberger; his many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family.

Memorials may be sent to the: Phillip Baumberger Memorial Fund, 208 Bernadine Place, Hartford, SD 57033.

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Dell Rapids Library Ready for Phase 2 Opening

July 31, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Carnegie Public Library will be opening its doors to the public on Monday, August 3rd. The opening begins Phase 2 of their plans to get back to normal operations.

“We get to open back up to the public on Monday, August 3rd. It’s going to be a little different,” said library directory Brittany Moeller.

One of the biggest changes with the Phase 2 opening is a change in hours. The library will be open Mondays from 9 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and then open from 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The library will also be open from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month which will begin on September 5th.

Curbside service will continue with the Phase 2 opening. Face masks will be strongly encouraged, but not required. They will have masks available in the library. Computers will only be available for adults for non-recreational use only. The service for the books will be more of a grab and go service for now.

As the library staff gets ready for the opening on Monday, the summer reading program is coming to an end.

“It was a very interesting summer. We learned a lot of new skills. We learned how to use a GoPro, video editing, how to be comfortable in front of a camera or as comfortable as possible for us who are used to doing everything in front of an audience and having to pretend that they are there. I had a really good time though. I enjoyed being able to share my talents with the kids,” said Kinsey Griffin.

Moeller and Griffin indicated that the attendance for the summer programs, while all virtual, was still well attended and had people viewing their videos not only from Dell Rapids, but from many different locations. They said that numbers for the summer reading program were down this year, but better than expected with the situation. Moeller mentioned that when the finally tallies are complete for the reading logs, they anticipate to be close to about 400 participants.

The activities and crafts the library provided during the summer were also a success.

“We’ve gotten a lot of pictures and videos from parents of their kids. They’ve had a lot of fun with it, and it’s been fun for us to see those pictures because they are doing it, they are liking it, they’re having fun, so that’s been really fun just seeing them do the crafts or join us on our Zoom activities and getting to connect with them in that way,” said Moeller.

The library will be offering fall and winter programs starting in September, and those programs will have to be done virtually like the summer program was.

Follow the Dell Rapids Carnegie Public Library on Facebook and YouTube by clicking the links.

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John Boever

July 31, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

John W. Boever died peacefully at his home in Dell Rapids, SD, on Tuesday, July 28, 2020. He was 90 years old. His Memorial Mass will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2020 in St. Mary Catholic Church, Dell Rapids. There will be a Rosary prayed at 10:00 a.m. prior to the mass. www.kahlerfh.com

John Wesley Boever was born on April 15, 1930 in Marcus, Iowa to John P. and Geraldine (Dickson) Boever. He was the oldest of thirteen children. He graduated from Holy Name High School and then from National Business Training. He received a degree in Accountancy from the University of South Dakota. During this time John also served in the Army Reserve. While in Vermillion at USD he met and married Dorothy Seiler on August 24, 1957.

John worked in area accounting firms before moving to Brookings, SD where he was initially employed as Chief Accountant at South Dakota State University. In 1966 he opened a Certified Accounting Office in Brookings, and continued doing accounting and tax work until 2006. At that time John and Dorothy moved to Dell Rapids and Highland, California to be near family.

John was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Brookings as well as Knights of Columbus, and the Lions Club. John was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Dell Rapids. He enjoyed home improvement projects, most notably painting buildings red, yardwork, and bowling. He enjoyed spending time with his family most of all.

John is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dorothy, his sons Larry, Joseph, William (Cathy), and Tony (Holly), his daughters, Ann (Robert), Katie (Steve), and Jane (Nic), nine grandchildren Nate, Patrick, Megan, Olivia, Nico, Casey, Matt, Maggie, and Nick, two step grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Kitty Galles (Jerry), Sherry Willis, Julie Mundell (Pete), DeAnna Beck (Jim), Mary Ewoldt (Art), and sisters-in-law Carol Boever, Karen Boever, Julie Boever, and Cathy Boever.

John is preceded in death by his parents, brothers William “Nubs”( and wife Ann), Dick, Gail, Tim, Steve, and sisters Peggy and infant Mary Estelle.

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Dell Rapids Public Releases “Return to Learn” Plan

July 30, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids School Board held a special meeting on Monday, July 27th, to hear the “Return to Learn” plan for Dell Rapids School. Superintendent Dr. Summer Schultz along with the three school principals, Drew Bunkers, Fran Ruesink, and Julie Wynja, all spoke about different aspects of the “Return to Learn” plan.

The biggest take away from the discussions was that while the document may now be approved, that doesn’t mean it won’t change. Things could change within the document as more information becomes available about the Covid virus, just as things have continually changed over the last four months.

Big Sioux Media recorded the meeting. The start of the “Return to Learn” plan starts at the 9:25 mark of the video and goes until the 2:10:40 mark of the embedded video at the bottom of this story.

The “Return to Learn” document can be found by clicking this link. The Dell Rapids School has also set up a Frequently Asked Questions page related to “Return to Learn”. That page can be found by clicking here.

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Garnett Keena

July 29, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Garnett Keena, 94, of Dell Rapids, formerly of Colman, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2020 at the Dells Nursing and Rehab Center. Memorial visitation with the family present will be from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2020 at Kahler-Brende Funeral Home. Garnett’s Memorial Service will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at Kahler-Brende Funeral Home. www.kahlerfh.com

Garnett L. Keena was born on August 31, 1925 in Colman, SD to Elmer and Christine (Jensen) Ottoson. Garnett grew up on the family farm and attended a country school. She graduated from Chester High School in 1943 and attended Dakota State University for her freshman year of college. After high school, she traveled to California to take care of an aunt. When she returned home, she went to work as a car hop at a drive in diner in Sioux Falls where she met her husband, Don Keena. Garnett married Donald Keena on May 31, 1950 in Sioux Falls. In 1952, they moved to their farm south of Colman where she lived until 2016 when she moved to Orchard Hills. In 1962, Garnett and Don welcomed their daughter, Carolyn Kay in Sioux Falls, SD. Garnett began working for Dornberger Insurance Company in 1968 selling crop insurance when Carolyn started elementary school.

Garnett died on July 27th, 2020 at Dells Area Nursing and Rehab. She was 94 and was preceded in death by her husband Don, her parents, and two brothers, Kenneth and Gerald Ottoson.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dell Rapids where she was head of the White Cross for many years. She enjoyed gardening, tending to her many flowers, and spending time with her family.

Grateful for having shared her life is her daughter, Carolyn (Dean) Van Heerde of Chester; two grandchildren, Kelley (Nick) Gruneich of Dell Rapids and Tyler (Megan) Van Heerde of Sioux Falls; great-grandchildren, Olivia, Emma and Evan Gruneich and Tate Van Heerde; niece and great-niece, Arlowene Hogate of Madison and Tami Holgate of Georgia.

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Dell Rapids Legion Season Ends at Region 2B Tourney

July 29, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The 2020 Dell Rapids legion baseball season came to an end on Tuesday, July 28th in Castlewood at the Region 2B Tournament. Dell Rapids played three games at the tournament that began on Monday, July 27th.

Dell Rapids opened the tournament on Monday against Castlewood/Clear Lake. Castlewood/Clear Lake handed Dell Rapids a 7-0 setback. Only three players got a hit. Kaeden Eastman had two hits. Logan Stone and Drew Van Regenmorter both had a hit. Stone pitched three innings giving up six runs, three earned, on five hits with three walks and five strikeouts. Logan Ellingson pitched 2 1/3 innings giving up an earned run with two strikeouts. Landon Ruesink pitched the final 2/3 of an inning giving up a hit.

Dell Rapids bounced back with a big win on Tuesday afternoon against Hamlin. Dell Rapids won 17-2 in three innings to advance to the late game that night. Eight different players got a hit in the game. Stone had three hits with two RBIs. Jake Steineke had two hits and two RBIs. Eastman and Riley Peter both had a hit and two RBIs. Ruesink and Mason Goeken had a hit and an RBI. Brady Larson and Zeb Schumaker also each had a hit. Ruesink pitched 2 2/3 innings giving up two earned runs on two hits with three walks and a strikeout. Tyler Wood pitched the final 1/3 of an inning.

Volga ended the season for Dell Rapids later in the night on Tuesday with a walk-off bases-loaded single in the bottom of the seventh inning for an 8-7 win. Stone, Steineke, Van Regenmorter, and Schumaker all had two hits each. Eastman and Brandon Geraets both had a hit. Steineke had two RBIs. Stone, Van Regenmorter, Eastman, and Geraets all had an RBI. Larson pitched 1 1/3 innings giving up six runs, but only two earned, on four hits with one walk and three strikeouts. Ellingson pitched 1/3 of an inning giving up an earned run on two hits. Wood pitched the final 4 2/3 innings giving up one earned run on eight hits with one walk and two strikeouts.

Dell Rapids finished the season with a 12-10 record.

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Sales Tax Revenue Continues to Rise in Dell Rapids in 2020

July 28, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Dell Rapids reported a 2.1% increase in sales tax revenue through the month of May in 2020 when compared to the same time period in 2019, but the month of June provided an even bigger boost to the City of Dell Rapids.

“We are showing a 9.2% increase total for the year of 2020 compared to six months in as of June 2019. The months of April, May, and June have all been exceedingly higher than normal,” said City Administrator Justin Weiland at the last Dell Rapids City Council meeting.

The month of June saw almost a 30% increase compared to the month of June in 2019. Sales tax revenue in the month totaled $124,396.22. That is the highest collected amount since the months of July and August of 2017. It was also the third straight month of over $100,000 in collected sales tax and fourth month overall in 2020.

The city has collected just over $55,000 more in the first half of 2020 compared to the first half of 2019.

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Mudcats and PBR in Semifinals of District Tournament

July 28, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Rickeman Field in Dell Rapids is playing host to the District 4B Amateur baseball tournament. The tournament started on Friday, July 24th and will concluded on Saturday, August 1st. All ten teams in the Cornbelt League are participating in the tournament, and seven of those teams will qualify for the 2020 Class B Amateur Baseball Tournament in Mitchell August 5th – 16th.

Dell Rapids PBR and Dell Rapids Mudcats are both currently in a great spot to qualify for this year’s state tournament.

Dell Rapids PBR entered the tournament as the #8 seed after the Cornbelt League regular season. PBR was in complete control of both of their games. They opened the tournament against #9 Colman on Friday, July 24th. PBR cruised to the next round with a 12-3 win. They then played the #1 seed, Lennox, on Saturday, July 25th. PBR had no troubles with Lennox with an 8-0 win to make it to the semifinals.

The Dell Rapids Mudcats entered the district tournament as the #3 seed and have only played one game to this point. The Mudcats played the #6 seed, Madison, also on Saturday, July 25th. The Mudcats earned a 4-3 walk-off win in the bottom of the ninth to also advance to the semifinals.

Both teams will play on Tuesday, July 28th. PBR will get the night started at 6:00 p.m. against #5 seed Flandreau, and the Mudcats will follow at 8:00 p.m. against #2 seed Canova. The winners of these two games will be the first two teams to qualify for the state tournament from District 4B. Both PBR and the Mudcats need to win one game before losing four to qualify for the state tournament.

Tournament brackets, scores, and program can be found on our website here: http://bigsiouxmedia.com/cornbelt-league-baseball/

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Donald O’Brien

July 22, 2020 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

MSgt. Donald James O’Brien, 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2020. Of the Catholic faith, he was born in Dell Rapids, South Dakota on April 27, 1945, to the late Robert W. and Cecilia E. O’Brien.

A proud 20-year United States Air Force Veteran, Donald enjoyed serving with the Black Knights at Robins Air Force Base during his military career. He retired in 1984 having attained the rank of Master Sergeant. Subsequent to his retirement, he worked in maintenance for Centerville United Methodist Church until he ultimately decided to retire at the age of 63. Donald’s favorite pastime was going fishing in Bear Creek, where he absolutely loved catching fish, but never ate them. He was “rough around the edges,” but had a great heart and was always there for his family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Jerry James O’Brien; and siblings, Jerry O’Brien and Lois Zimmer.

Donald is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Porntiwa O’Brien; son, Bob John O’Brien (Carrie); stepson, P. Chanthawoharn, eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; siblings, Vernie Feldhause and Bob O’Brien (Peggy); and his dogs, Squirt and Baby, who both miss him so much.

A memorial service celebrating Donald’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2020, in the chapel of McCullough Funeral Home in GA.

McCullough Funeral Home and Crematory has the privilege of being entrusted with these arrangements. https://www.mcculloughfh.com/

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