Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media, Author at Big Sioux Media Sports Network

Dell Rapids St Mary Recognized as an “Outstanding Student Council”

March 31, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) recently announced that 30 South Dakota high school student councils have been recognized as being “Outstanding Student Councils” for the 2015-16 school year. This is the 26th year that this statewide program has been sponsored by the SDHSAA to recognize those South Dakota high school student council’s that meet or exceed the rigorous standards of excellence that are necessary to achieve the “Outstanding Student Council” designation. “Outstanding Councils” excel in having a well-rounded program of activities and projects for the year. The work completed by these “Outstanding Student Councils” has been a benefit to both their school and their community throughout the school year.

The major focus of the “SDHSAA Outstanding Student Council” program consists of each participating student council completing a self-evaluation of their organizational structure and their successful completion of projects in a variety of areas. The evaluation also considers the involvement of the student council in their school and community. It is the intention of the High School Activities Association to recognize those student councils that meet the stringent standards and criteria demanded by this program. The thirty student councils that have been recognized with this year’s ‘Outstanding’ designation are each well organized and highly motivated. These student councils have met the rigorous standards necessary to be called ‘Outstanding’. The self-evaluation focuses upon the structure of the student council as well as the positive involvement of the student council in the activities of their school and community.

To be recognized as an “Outstanding Student Council” every council was involved in various projects in the areas of “Community and School Service”, “Health, Safety or Chemical Awareness”, “Education”, “Leadership” and others. Completion of projects in a wide range of areas was necessary to fulfill a variety of goals for the student council. Each school receiving the “SDHSAA Outstanding Student Council” award has demonstrated a desire for self-improvement and individual growth by participating in leadership workshops and conventions as well as other educational programs.

Some of the projects the Dell Rapids St Mary Student Council has completed this year include:
~ planning and organizing all Homecoming activities, along with Olympic Games & a Powder Puff Football game
~ sponsoring dress up days for Red Ribbon Week
~ hosting two dances during the year
~ organizing Secret Santa during Christmas
~ organized an Elf for a Day contest to raise money for Christmas for our Kids
~ host a Pajamarama for the elementary students during Catholic Schools Week
~ sponsor a week long food drive during Catholic Schools Week for the local food pantry
~ have Brownie Sundae fundraisers to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network
~ run a lunch stand and had a hoop shoot contest during basketball games to raise money for a new water fountain for our school
~ provided free babysitting & worked in the concession stands during our SFO fall craft fair
~ sponsor activities for Alcohol Awareness during Prom Week
~ provide gifts to our teachers during teacher appreciation week

The 2015-16 “SDHSAA Outstanding Student Council” Award recipients are:

Aberdeen Central High School, Advisor – Kevin Rook
Bennett County High School, Advisor – Mandi Smokov
Bowdle High School, Advisor – Jason Bishop
Canton High School, Advisor – Nicole Nelson
Dakota Valley High School, Advisor – James Schmit/Kim Bacon
Dell Rapids St Mary High School, Advisor – Cami Bacon
Edgemont High School, Advisor – Scott Corbett
Estelline High School, Advisor – Julie Rieckman
Faith High School, Advisor – Deanna Fischbach
Henry High School, Advisor – Philip Schonebaum
Herreid High School, Advisor – Janelle Rossow
Huron High School, Advisor – Becca Briggs
Lead-Deadwood High School, Advisor – Gary Linn
Lemmon High School, Advisor – Linda O’Donnell
Lennox High School, Advisor – Madeline Kroger
Lyman High School, Advisor – Carol Birgen
McCook Central High School, Advisor – Tracy Chase
Milbank High School, Advisor – Kathy Sussex & Nancy Paulson
Mitchell High School, Advisor – Nancy Leach
Philip High School, Advisor – Pamela DeJong
Pierre T.F. Riggs High School, Advisor – Brittany Green & Bob Gill
Sioux Falls Lincoln High School, Advisor – Jennifer DuBois
Sioux Falls Roosevelt High School, Advisor – Michele Jensen & Kari Bultje
Sioux Falls Washington High School, Advisor – Sandy Hoff & Kristy VanMeerteren
Sully Buttes High School, Advisor – Wanda Meyer
Summit High School, Advisor – Nicole Hoffman
Vermillion High School, Advisor – Paige Chapman
Wall High School, Advisor – Ronda Wilson
Winner High School, Advisor – Mono LaCompte & Lorna Phillips
Yankton High School, Advisor – Becky Tasa

Dell Rapids Carnegie Library Hosts Sioux Falls Storm

March 31, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

A player and cheerleader for the Sioux Falls Storm indoor football team traveled to the Dell Rapids Carnegie Library for an event on Wednesday, March 30th. The Sioux Falls Storm have been doing this outreach program with the Sioux Falls libraries for a few years, but according to Library Director Brittany Moeller this was the first time that they have visited a library outside of Sioux Falls. The two read stories to around 115 children who attended the event. Afterwards they signed autographs and talked with those who attended.

Moeller said, “Since this program was such a success, it is definitely something we would love to do again in the future.”

The library’s next big event is the Summer Reading Program. Sign up will begin in May and the programs and reading will begin in June and run through July. This year’s theme is “On your mark, get set…READ!” and follows a sports and wellness/fitness theme. Moeller said that they have lots of fun activities planned for the Summer Reading Program.

Dell Rapids Chamber Partners with Haven for Field Trip

March 30, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Haven program to provide a field trip for the Haven students on Monday, March 28th. The Haven students were able to travel to Sioux Falls to watch the Sioux Falls Stampede play in a scrimmage game. The Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce donated the tickets to the event, reducing the price of the field trip to just $2.00 per child to cover transportation costs.

Each child who attended the field trip also received a free ticket to a Sioux Falls Stampede game on Sunday, April 5th.

Thirty-three Haven students and five chaperones attended the event.

Community Blood Drive Scheduled April 7

March 30, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Dell Rapids, SD – Avera Dells Area Health Center and Community Blood Bank will host a spring community blood drive on Thursday, April 7 from 7:00 am to 11:00 am and 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm at Avera Dells Area Health Center.

“We are looking for all blood types to help boost the blood supply to healthy levels,” states Ken Versteeg, Executive Director, Community Blood Bank. “With just one donation, a person will save up to three peoples’ lives. The entire donation process takes 30 to 40 minutes.”

To be eligible to donate you must be at least 17 years old (16 years old with a signed parent consent form found at www.cbblifeblood.org), weigh 110 pounds or more and be in good general health the day of the donation. Please bring an ID with you. It is recommended that a person eat and drink plenty of fluids prior to donating blood. For additional information or to presign-up for an appointment please contact 428-5431. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Community Blood Bank is the sole blood provider to Avera Dells Area Health Center and 33 other local hospitals. Community Blood Bank is accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), the College of American Pathologist (CAP) and is compliant with all Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines.

Community Blood Bank is not affiliated with other blood bank organizations and takes pride in being a self-sufficient organization, thanks to the generosity of our local blood donors.

City Water Customers Receive Notice

March 28, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The city of Dell Rapids sent a letter to water customers after receiving a violation notice from the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). The violation came after a positive test for coliform bacteria in January. The city is normally required to submit four drinking water samples per month to be analyzed for coliform bacteria and chlorine residual levels. However, the month following a positive same, it is necessary for five samples to be submitted to the state, and the city only submitted four samples in February. Due to only sending four samples in February, the city was required to send the letter informing the customers of the mistake in testing.

This mistake was brought to the Dell Rapids City Council’s attention during their regular meeting on Monday, March 21st. During the meeting it was noted that the city’s Public Works Department has set measures in place to make sure this oversight doesn’t happen again. The letter sent to customers also noted that the four samples that were submitted in the month of February were negative for coliform bacteria and were within limits for chlorine residuals. The letter also said that all indication is that there is no harmful bacteria in the city water system.

For additional information, customers can contact Justin Weiland at City Hall at 605-428-3595.

Kathryn Kriens

March 25, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Kathryn Louise Kriens, 87, of Dell Rapids, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at Sanford Hospital after a sudden illness. Her Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 in St. Mary Catholic Church, Dell Rapids. Visitation on Monday, March 28, 2016 will be from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Kahler Funeral Home and will resume at the church at 5:00 p.m. The family will be present from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and the Christian Wake Service will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the church. On-Line Condolences may be left at Kahler Funeral Home.

Kathryn Louise Kriens was born March 23, 1929 to John and Margaret (Hemmer) Welbig in Dell Rapids, SD. She graduated from Dell Rapids St. Mary High School in 1947 and General Beadle State Teachers College, Madison, SD. She taught at several country schools in rural Dell Rapids. She was united in marriage to Mike Kriens on November 18, 1953 in Dell Rapids. They made their home and farmed northwest of Dell Rapids with their 6 children for 44 years, then moved into Dell Rapids in 1997. She was an active member in her church and volunteered at Padre’s Thrift Store. Louise enjoyed being a farm wife and mother, grandma/great-grandma, her garden and flower beds, playing cards and dominoes. She is very well known for her beautiful quilts and crocheting. She will always be remembered for her kindness and thoughtfulness to others.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 62 years, Mike, Dell Rapids, children David Kriens, Dell Rapids, SD; Sharon (Harold) Nicholas, Harrisburg, NC; Joan (Alan) Amundson, Colton, SD; Jean (Mike) Gilmore, Dell Rapids, SD, Karen (Wayne) Johnson, Sioux Falls, SD; Terry (Barb) Kriens, Dell Rapids, SD; 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren with 2 on the way; brother Bud (Colleen) Welbig, Dell Rapids, SD; sister Sister Lynn Marie Welbig, Sioux Falls, SD; and many relatives and friends.

Louise is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Leon and nephew, Dale Welbig.

Beverly J. Riedel

March 25, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Beverly J. Riedel, 86, of Sioux Falls, formerly of Sherman passed away on Monday, March 21, 2016 at the Good Samaritan Center in Sioux Falls. Her funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in the Dell Rapids Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 will begin at 2:00 p.m. with the family present from 5:00 p.m. – 6: 30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Beverly Riedel was born on May 16, 1929 at Hartford, South Dakota to William and Amanda (Jastram) Horeis. She grew up was baptized and confirmed in St. Paul Lutheran Church in Humboldt. She attended high school and was the organist for the church. In 1947 she graduated from Humboldt High School. Following her graduation she worked at Hutton Tufty until 1950.

On February 19, 1950 Beverly married Herman Riedel at First Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls. The couple lived on a farm west of Sherman. After the death of Herman she continued to live on the farm.

Beverly was an active member of her church, First Lutheran of Sherman as a WELCA member and church organist. Her family was important to her.
Grateful for having shared her life are her daughter, Barbara of Sioux Falls; her sons, Dennis (Carolyn) of Muscatine, IA; Brian (Marianne) of Sioux Falls and Roger of Santa Clara, CA; her seven grandchildren, Amanda, Robert, Sarah, Matthew, Steven, Leah, Dustin; her sister, Betty Hammer of Garretson and her three nieces and four nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her son, Ronald and her brother, William.

www.kahlerfh.com

Janith “Jan” V. Morrison

March 25, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Janith “Jan” V. Morrison, 76, of Dell Rapids, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at the Dells Nursing and Rehab Center in Dell Rapids. Jan requested no funeral service.

Jan was born in Miller, SD to Floyd and Una McKinney. In 1957 she married Walter G. Fanger Jr. and to this marriage were born four children. She married Ronald W. Morrison in 1980. They lived for a time in Sioux Falls, Custer and most recently Dell Rapids. She loved all flowers, roses were her favorite. She enjoyed painting and collecting items with flowers decorating them.

God saw you were getting tired, And a cure was not to be, So he put his arms around you, And whispered, “Come to me.”

Grateful to have shared her life: her husband of 36 years Ron, daughter Sally Staufer (Pierre), son Keith Fanger (Rapid City) son-in-law Alan Hale (Tripp) and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and step-children and grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents Floyd and Una McKinney and two daughters Billie Hale and Mary.

Condolences may be sent to Ron Morrison, 606 E 10th Street Apt 4, Dell Rapids SD 57022

www.kahlerfh.com

Two from Dell Rapids to Play in 3-Class Shootout

March 24, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Seniors Ty Hoglund and Mikaela Stofferahn were selected to play in the 29th Annual 3-Class Shoot Out High School All-Star Basketball games on Saturday, March 26th, at McCook Central Auditorium in Salem.

The Class A girls will play the Class AA girls in the first game of the day at 2:00 p.m. The winner of that game will play the Class B girls at 3:30. The Class A boys will play the Class AA boys at 5:15 with the winner playing the Class B boys at around 7:00.

Rosters:

Class “B” Girls: Coach: Jason Christensen, DWU
Abby Hora, Viborg-Hurley; Kynedi Cheeseman, Hanson, Heidi Cap, Avon; Genevieve Clark, Gayville-Volin; Rachel Peterson, Deubrook Area; Michaela Kranz, Waverly-South Shore; Hannah Hintz, Florence/Henry; Caitlin Hinseth, Irene-Wakonda; Morgan Ham, Lemmon; Khiree Held, James Valley Christian; Deidre Lamb, Sully Buttes

Class “A” Girls: Coach: Todd Schlimgen, Mt. Marty
Megan Bultsma, Mt Vernon/Plankinton; McKenzie Mennenga, Elk Point-Jefferson; Ali Kuca, Wagner; Carley Peterson, Sioux Valley; Kaylee Granum, Sioux Valley; Molly Koisti, Hamlin; Bailey Meadors, West Central; Stevie Lone Dog, Todd County; Makeala Karst, Mt. Vernon/Plankinton; Mikaela Stofferahn, Dell Rapids; McKenzie Stone, West Central

Class “AA” Girls: Coach: Chris Marquardt
Anna Goodhope, S.F. Washington; Sydney Arrington, S.F. Washington; Katie Messler, S.F. O’Gorman; Izzy VanVeldhuizen, S.F. Lincoln; Sara Tvedt, Brookings; Becky Frick, Yankton; Tatum Hemiller, Watertown; Nikky Farnsworth, Pierre

Class “B” Boys: Coach: Robin Burgard, Mt. Marty
Shay Jolley, Canistota; Majok Kur, Mitchell Christian; Gabe King, Irene/Wakonda; Zack Anderson, Parker; Eli VanRoekel, Corsica-Stickney; Aaron Wenande, Hanson; Tucker Kingsbury, Sanborn Central/Woonsocket; Rease Logan, Potter County; Rory O’Malley. Centerville; Camden Myers, Ethan

Class “A” Boys: Coach: Matt Wilber, DWU
Ty Hoglund, Dell Rapids; Noah Vettrus, West Central; Jacob Hinker, Lennox; Collin Kramer, Sioux Valley; Logan Busch, Beresford; Noah Huber, Clark/Willow Lake; Ethan Kranhold, Sisseton; Taner DenHoed, Madison; Keegan Van Egdom, S.F. Christian; Noah Edwards, McCook Central/Montrose

Class “AA” Boys: Coach: Jeremy Reigle, Presentation College
Sam Siganos, S.F. Washington; Tristan Teichmeier, S.F. Roosevelt; Mitch Price, Mitchell; Omar Sharif, S.F. Roosevelt; Peyton Carr, Huron; Gray Determan, Mitchell; Nate Davis, Watertown; Tommy Jensen, S.F. Lincoln; Carter Keller, S.F. Washington; Lee Ransom, S.F. Lincoln

Janet Hofeman

March 22, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Janet Hofeman, age 79, died at the Madison Regional Health System on March 21, 2016.

Funeral service will be 10 am on Friday, March 25th at St. John Lutheran Church, Madison. Burial will be in Franklin Cemetery. There will be a prayer service at 7:00 PM on Thursday at Weiland Funeral Chapel which is in charge of the arrangements. On-Line Condolences may be made via Wieland Funeral Home.

She is survived by one daughter, Pam (Carl) Eliason of Renner, SD and one son, Dallas (Amy) Hofeman of Dell Rapids, SD; five grandchildren, Logan & Lindsey Eliason and Trystan, Kendra & Trey Hofeman.

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