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Helen (Anderson, Nelson) Woodhouse

December 4, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

Helen I. Woodhouse, 98, of Sioux Falls, formerly of Dell Rapids passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at the Sanford Foundation Hospice Cottage. Her memorial service will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at the Lutheran Church of Dell Rapids Chapel. A private family interment service will be held prior to the start of the memorial service. To leave condolences please visit www.kahlerfh.com.

Helen Irene Anderson was born to parents, Ole M. and Emma (Nelson) Anderson in Trent, SD on November 17, 1915. Helen grew up and attended school in the Trent area graduating from Trent High School in 1933. She married Foster Nelson on September 22, 1937 in Dell Rapids. They farmed in the Dell Rapids area until 1945 at which time they moved to Dell Rapids where she resided until 2011. Foster died in 1958. In 1960, she married William Woodhouse who died in 1974.

Helen was a member of the Lutheran Church of Dell Rapids, the Women of the ELCA and a past member of the Hospital Auxiliary.

Helen is preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Merle, Warren, and Byron, an infant son and a step-daughter, Janet.

Grateful for having shared her life are her son, Neil (Mary) Nelson of Eau Claire, WI; her three daughters, Diane (George) Gannon of Sioux Falls, Cheryl (Vern) Peterson of Mountain Lake, MN and Valerie Nelson of Sioux Falls; her two brothers, Donald (Dorothy) Anderson of Yankton and Gordon (Verlynn) Anderson of Dell Rapids; her two sisters, Dorcas Youel of Dell Rapids and Rhoda (John) Otten of Sioux Falls; her 11 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews; two step-daughters and several step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren and special family friends, Ardith Forbes, Faye Wright and the Sanford Foundation Cottage family.

Dell Rapids Cubby’s

December 4, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Cubby’s is helping out and YOU can, too!

Filed Under: Coupons, News

Showing at the Dells Theater

December 3, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

HELD OVER thru December 12: “HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE” – Jennifer Lawrence, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson and Elizabeth Banks star in this action drama hit based on the best-selling book. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must embark on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way, Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow changes the rules for the next Annual Hunger Games – a competition that could change Panem forever. “Hunger Games: Catching Fire” is held over. 146 minutes. It’s rated PG-13 for intense sequences and action, some frightening images, thematic elements, a suggestive situation and language.

NEW TUESDAY SPECIAL!! Every Tuesday when you buy any size popcorn, you get the same size drink free!!
• Every Wednesday get double stamps on your director’s club card!! Earn points for free snacks and free movies that much faster on Wednesdays! Director’s Club cards are free and available at the box office.
• With the start of school, we have switched to our “winter hours”. There will be 9:00 shows on Friday and Saturday nights only.

(check http://www.dellstheatre.com for showtimes)

Filed Under: Entertainment Tagged With: Dells Theater, Dells Theatre, movie

Two Suspects Arrested in Dell Rapids in Connection to SF Shooting

December 3, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids schools were requested to execute a secure perimeter by the request of local law enforcement on Tuesday, December 3rd. The order requested by law enforcement was strictly precautionary as they searched for suspects in connection to a fatal shooting in Sioux Falls on Monday, December 2nd. Reports indicate that the suspects knew the 20-year-old victim in the fatal shooting. One suspect, Kevin Rice, 20, was taken into custody by law enforcement at Autotrend, located south of Dell Rapids. Authorities continued their search for the second suspect in the Garfield Ave. / 9th St. area of Dell Rapids before moving east of Dell Rapids on Jasper St. The second suspect, Douglas Scholten, 20, was taken into custody by authorities on a farmstead located around Jasper St and 481st Ave. The Dell Rapids schools lifted the secure perimeter around 11:15 Tuesday morning.

Both Rice and Scholten face charges of burglary, robbery, and assault, but Sioux Falls Officer Sam Clemens said in a press conference that neither of them were in the house at the time of the shooting. Clemens also indicated in the press conference that there is no reason to think the public is any danger because the suspects targeted the victim’s home. The Sioux Falls police are continuing their investigation and are continuing to look for who is responsible for the homicide of 20-year-old Jordan Duane Lebeau of Sioux Falls.

Initial Story
The Dell Rapids schools were requested to execute a secure perimeter by the request of local law enforcement. Law enforcement are searching for a suspect or suspects in Dell Rapids. This is strictly a precautionary measure and law enforcement has stressed to the schools that there is no immediate danger at this time. Students’ day will proceed as normal. However, at this time, no one will be allowed in or out of the buildings. School officials have requested that no unnecessary phone calls are made into the school so that communication lines can remain open with law enforcement.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Dell Rapids School, Lock Down

DRHS School Announcements:

December 3, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

Dell Rapids High School Announcements:

Tuesday, December 3rd
• Happy Birthday to Demi E. & Sam W.!!
• Lunch: a-Taco in a Bag ; b-Hot Dog; c-Fajita Salad
• DATES TO KNOW:

Winter Formal is THIS Friday @ the Old Elementary School (8 pm-midnight). Cost for tickets at the door will be higher.
Student Council Meeting TODAY over lunch in the Spanish Room.
Any junior or senior student interested in attending the South Dakota Air National Guard Career Day should stop in and see Mrs. Ruesink right away. The date is Wednesday, December 4th.
Dell Rapids St. Mary’s is hosting an ACT Prep Course on Saturday, December 14th from 8:30-1:30. The cost of the prep class is $35.00. Please see Mrs. Ruesink for more information and the registration form.
Any student who sold FFA fruit, meat, cheese and pastry puffins the items will be ready for pick up today (Tuesday, Dec. 3) after school. Please let Mr. Wolff know what time you will be picking up your items.
The Art Club Party for TONIGHT at Pizza Ranch has been canceled. **Art Club Meeting on Friday @ 8:10 in Art Room.
Juniors- We will be having a class meeting on Wednesday(TOMORROW) at 8:30am in the Lecture Hall. Remember, your ticket money is due on Thursday. Student and parent volunteers are still needed to work at the houses on the tour.

• GENERAL INFORMATION:

Attention Students: Please stop in the office to pick up second semester schedules. All schedule changes for second semester need to be completed with Mrs. Ruesink prior to Christmas break.
Senior National Honor Society Members - turn in your NHS sheets with parent signatures to Mrs. Ruesink.
Elegant Xpressions Boutique is NOW hiring a Prom Sales Consultant. For more information please stop in the office.
The Booster Club is selling NEW Quarrier wear with ‘BLING’–which is in the display case by the Middle School office. Order Forms are in the Office or you can order thru DR Booster Club FB page
Good Luck to the honor band as they travel to Brookings today.
MISSING: Brand Name-ZeroXposur-Mainly Black with grey/white markings Hooded Coat—Also, 8 keys and a car remote on a lanyard. If FOUND please bring to the office **REWARD** given if found!!!
SENIORS 2014
MOTTO-We came. We conquered. We survived.
FLOWER- Orange Lily
CLASS COLORS-Camouflage & Neon Orange

Monday, December 2nd
• Happy Birthday to Alex N.!!
• Lunch: a-Cheeseburger; b-Home-style Chicken Stew; c-Sub Sandwich
• DATES TO KNOW:

Winter Formal is THIS Friday @ the Old Elementary School (8 pm-midnight). If you have not purchased your ticket(s) please purchase them ASAP!!
Student Council Meeting TOMORROW over lunch in the Spanish Room.
Any junior or senior student interested in attending the South Dakota Air National Guard Career Day should stop in and see Mrs. Ruesink right away. The date is Wednesday, December 4th.
Dell Rapids St. Mary’s is hosting an ACT Prep Course on Saturday, December 14th from 8:30-1:30. The cost of the prep class is $35.00. Please see Mrs. Ruesink for more information and the registration form.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR for: TONIGHT from 5-8pm to eat at the Pizza Ranch to support our Dell Rapids “Connections” Group!!

• GENERAL INFORMATION:

Attention Students: Please stop in the office to pick up second semester schedules. All schedule changes for second semester need to be completed with Mrs. Ruesink prior to Christmas break.
Senior National Honor Society Members - turn in your NHS sheets with parent signatures to Mrs. Ruesink.
Elegant Xpressions Boutique is NOW hiring a Prom Sales Consultant. For more information please stop in the office.
The Booster Club is selling NEW Quarrier wear with ‘BLING’–which is in the display case by the Middle School office. Order Forms are in the Office or you can order thru DR Booster Club FB page
Good Luck to the honor band as they travel to Brookings today.
MISSING: Brand Name-ZeroXposur-Mainly Black with grey/white markings Hooded Coat—Also, 8 keys and a car remote on a lanyard. If FOUND please bring to the office **REWARD** given if found!!!
SENIORS 2014
MOTTO-We came. We conquered. We survived.
FLOWER- Orange Lily
CLASS COLORS-Camouflage & Neon Orange

Filed Under: School News Tagged With: Announcements, DRHS

Dell Rapids MIDDLE SCHOOL Announcements

December 3, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

Dell Rapids Middle School Announcements:

Tuesday, December 3rd
• Happy Birthday to Kiri S.!
• Lunch today will be choices of: Taco in a Bag, Hot Dog or Fajita Salad

**Attention Students: As you purchase your meal in the lunch line, make sure to look at your account balance on the screen. If you don’t know where to look, ask the clerk. It is your responsibility to see that you have a positive balance in your account. We are enforcing the “no charge” policy, so make sure to check your balance and bring money if your account is low. Also, remember to say please and thank you as you go through the line.
Found: A watch found in the 5/6 area. Please claim in the office.
Student’s Capital Art Show is open to all students. Art work is due this Friday, December 6. No work in pencil must be in color.
Students who’s art work is chosen will be invited to present their art work which printed on a tote to our district legislators. Please see Mrs. Gengler for further details.
2014 International aviation art contest open to all students – see Mrs. Gengler for details.
Attention Students & Staff: Check out the new “bling” Quarrier wear in the display cabinet by the office. Order forms are in the office or you can order from the DRHS Booster Club Facebook page.
7th/8th grade girls have practice at the old elementary school gym M, T, W, and Fri. No practice on Thursday. Wait for the Haven bus in front of “the rock” to ride to the old elem. school.

Monday, December 2nd
• Happy Birthday to Allison H.!
• Lunch today will be choices of: Cheeseburger, Homestyle Chicken Stew served over a Fresh Baked Biscuit or Sub Sandwich

**Attention Students: As you purchase your meal in the lunch line, make sure to look at your account balance on the screen. If you don’t know where to look, ask the clerk. It is your responsibility to see that you have a positive balance in your account. We are enforcing the “no charge” policy, so make sure to check your balance and bring money if your account is low. Also, remember to say please and thank you as you go through the line.
Found: A watch found in the 5/6 area. Please claim in the office.
Student’s Capital Art Show is open to all students. Art work is due this Friday, December 6. No work in pencil must be in color.
Students who’s art work is chosen will be invited to present their art work which printed on a tote to our district legislators. Please see Mrs. Gengler for further details.
2014 International aviation art contest open to all students – see Mrs. Gengler for details.
Attention Students & Staff: Check out the new “bling” Quarrier wear in the display cabinet by the office. Order forms are in the office or you can order from the DRHS Booster Club Facebook page.
Good Luck to the high school honor band as they travel to Brookings today.
7th/8th grade girls have practice at the old elementary school gym M, T, W, and Fri. No practice on Thursday. Wait for the Haven bus in front of “the rock” to ride to the old elem. school.

Filed Under: School News Tagged With: Announcements, DRMS, Middle School

Eugene “Gene” Palli

December 2, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

Funeral Mass will begin at 10:30 a.m. Tues., Dec. 10, for Eugene “Gene” Palli, 91, Ramona, who died on Dec. 1, 2013, at Bethel Lutheran Home in Madison. The Rev. Paul Josten will officiate in St. William Catholic Church at Ramona, and burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Badus Township.

A parish scripture service will be held at 7 p.m. on Dec. 9, followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary, at the Weiland Funeral Chapel.

Palli was born on Aug. 2, 1922, at Ramona to Jacob and Rose (Manthey) Palli. He grew up on a farm near Lake Badus and graduated from Ramona High School. He moved to Los Angeles, where he received training as an electrician. He married Shirley Kyle on Nov. 16, 1957. They returned to Ramona in 1967 and he continued to work as an electrician as a member of I.B.E.W. Local 11. He retired from ICAP in 1987.

He was a member of the St. William Knights of Columbus.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley of Ramona; two sons, Dan of Madison, and David (Deb) of Dell Rapids; three daughters, Kathleen (Tim) Riedel of Ramona, and Karen Schwartz and Karol Palli, both of Chester; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Marilyn Blegen and Rosemary Palli, both of Bloomington, Minn., and Eileen Sorghan of Los Angeles, Calif.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and a sister.

To send a message of sympathy, visit www.weilandfuneralchapel.com

Filed Under: Obituaries Tagged With: David Palli, Eugene Gene Palli, obituary

Dairy Queen Specials!

December 2, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

Check us out on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dairy-Queen-Dell-Rapids/255292881163640

Filed Under: Coupons Tagged With: Blizzard, cake, cheeseburger, Dairy Queen, DQ, slice

City Council Meeting: 12/2/2013

December 1, 2013 by Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, December 2nd, at 7:30 p.m. at the Council Chambers. Some of the items on the agenda include the second readings for ordinances 781 and 782, first readings of ordinances 783, 784 and 785, the 2014 fire department agreement, and the administrative report. The full agenda can be found here.

The meeting will be webcast live on Big Sioux Media. The archive video of the meeting will also be made available on Big Sioux Media.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Dell Rapids City Council