At the Frontier Bar Golf Tournament Saturday in Winner, the team of Jim Halverson and Lucas Jedlicki were victorious as they shot a 70. In Legion Baseball on Saturday, Gregory County beat Hamlin at Leahy Bowl, 13-3. Rhoss Oliver drove in a run and had two hits while Jakob Rinker had two runs batted in. In game two, Winner/Colome defeated Gregory County, 8-4. Hunter Van Nuewenhuis, Rhoss Oliver and Jakob Rinker finished with two hits apiece for Gregory County. For Winner/Colome, Jesse Colson and Landon Theiman finished with two hits apiece. Colson drove in three runs while Evan Farner had two runs batted in. Softball from Saturday, the Winner 16U team fell to the Wicked 16U squad, 9-7. The Lightning then fell to the Rapid City Rage, 7-3 before Winner lost to the Crush, 3-2. In Amateur Baseball Saturday night, Winner/Colome defeated Dimock/Emery, 14-4 in seven innings. JJ Farner went the distance on the mound as he had seven strikeouts. Sean Kammerer had a good night at the dish for the Pheasants as he went 3-4 with an rbi. Reed Harter was 2 for 3 with two runs batted in while Dillion Lambley was 2-4 with 3 rbi.
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Join SDSU Extension Staff for a Virtual Coffee Break
Throughout the summer of 2020, SDSU Extension staff are hosting monthly virtual coffee breaks on a variety of topics. Each month the featured speaker will share information and will be available to answer your questions. The sessions are free and will be recorded. You can participate via telephone, computer or mobile device.
The first session will take place on June 9. Leacey E. Brown, SDSU Extension Gerontology Field Specialist, will discuss the different ways that people think about getting older and how those thoughts can influence quality of life. Attendees will also explore different ways to age well.
The second session will be held on July 14. Prairey Walkling, SDSU Extension Family & Community Health Field Specialist, will discuss what vegetables can be planted during the middle of the growing season to be harvested in the fall. Attendees will have the opportunity have questions answered live.
The final session will take place on August 11. Audrey Rider, SDSU Extension Early Childhood Field Specialist, is the featured speaker. She will discuss how parents can prepare their children to return to the school and adjust to some of the new routines that will be implemented this fall. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss strategies other parents are using to help their children adjust.
To register for one or more of the virtual coffee sessions, visit https://extension.sdstate.edu/events and search virtual coffee break. You will have the opportunity to submit questions ahead of time during the registration process.
For more information, contact Leacey E. Brown, SDSU Extension Gerontology Field Specialist, at leacey.brown@sdstate.edu or (605) 394-1722.
Baseball scores from Friday
At Leahy Bowl last night, the Winner Teeners beat Hamlin, 10-7. Pierce Nelson and Aiden Barfuss paced the top of the Winner lineup as they finished with three hits apiece. Barfuss drove in three runs in the victory. Joey Cole had two runs batted in for Winner. In Legion Baseball, Winner/Colome shutout Hamlin, 3-0. Joren Bruun was the winning pitcher as he went the distance on the mound striking out thirteen and allowing just one hit and one walk. Oscar Pravecek had two hits and two runs batted in.
USDA Approves South Dakota to Accept SNAP Benefits Online
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced approval of a request from South Dakota to provide online purchasing of food to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households. This approval will allow South Dakota to expedite the implementation of online purchasing with currently authorized SNAP online retailers with a target start date to be announced at a later time. South Dakota’s SNAP participation is more than 75,000 individuals, more than 35,000 households, and totals $122 million annually in federal benefits. This announcement further demonstrates President Trump’s whole of America approach to fighting the coronavirus pandemic by ensuring those affected are fed.
Golf and Baseball results from Thursday
We had golf and a few amateur baseball games take place on Thursday. At the Lake Platte Golf Course, the team of Sherm Cutler and Al Sime were victorious in the Seniors Tournament as they finished with a 12 under, 58. In Amateur Baseball, Mt. Vernon won a high scoring game in Platte as the Mustangs beat the Killer Tomatoes, 17-8. Grant Lang drove in three runs for Platte. In Gregory, the South Central Storm beat Chamberlain, 12-2. In White Lake, Zak Wallner struck out 20 to lead Kimball/White Lake to a 6-3 win over Plankinton.
Gov. Noem Announces Details for Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebration
PIERRE, S.D. – Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced specific plans for the July 3rd fireworks event in celebration of Independence Day at Mount Rushmore. President Trump has announced his plans to attend the event as well.
“Following months of planning, I’m pleased to announce our specific plans for Mount Rushmore Fireworks on July 3,” said Governor Noem. “There’s truly no better place to celebrate America’s birthday. We’re excited that President Trump is coming to enjoy the show with us. He and the Department of the Interior have been great partners in bringing this celebration back to our great state and the entire nation.”
South Dakota has worked tirelessly with the Department of the Interior, including the National Parks Service, to ensure that this celebration is as safe and successful as possible.
“President Trump recognizes the celebration of our nation’s founding to be about our history, our people, and the heroes who proudly defend our flag — the brave men and women of the United States Military,” said Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt. “Bringing an incredible firework display back to Mount Rushmore is for the American people and those who have made the United States the greatest country in the world, and I thank Governor Noem and the State of South Dakota for being wonderful partners in helping us make this possible.”
The South Dakota Department of Tourism has spearheaded planning for this event in collaboration between several agencies, including local, county, state, and federal officials.
“Now more than ever, South Dakota and our nation need something to look forward to, and we can’t think of a better event than celebrating our nation’s independence at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. We are very honored to be working with our partners at the Department of the Interior and the National Parks Service,” said Jim Hagen, Secretary of the South Dakota Department of Tourism. “Millions of people from around the globe will witness this incredible spectacular happening right in the heart of the beautiful Black Hills of The Mount Rushmore State.”
Details about the Mount Rushmore fireworks celebration, including how to attend, and answers to other FAQs can be found at www.TravelSouthDakota.com/RushmoreFireworks. National Parks Service also conducted an environment assessment in preparation for the event, and that assessment can be found here.
Schedule for Thursday
Golf
Senior Tournament at the Lake Platte Golf Course at 10am
Amateur Baseball
Mt. Vernon at Platte
Plankinton at Kimball/White Lake
Chamberlain at South Central
Fishing for a Cure Tournament coming up in Chamberlain
A Ladies Only, Fishing for a Cure Fishing Tournament is set to take place on Saturday, June 27th in Chamberlain. A rules meeting will be held the night prior to the tournament at the Chamberlain Community Center. The tournament will happen at the Smokin’ Mule American Creek Marina. You must register by June 15th to be entered into a special drawing. Get updates for the tournament by liking the “Fishing for a Cure Ladies Fishing Tournament” Facebook page. Questions, call Kelli at 730-1967.
South Dakota State and Local Election Results
South Dakota Elections took place yesterday including state primaries, county elections, city elections and school board elections.
For Republican State Primary Results:
In the state senator race in District 21 between Erin Tobin and Lee Qualm, Erin Tobin defeated Lee Qualm.
In the United States Representative race between Liz Marty May and Dusty Johnson, Dusty Johnson defeated Liz Marty May.
In United States Senator Race between Mike Rounds and Scyller J. Borglum, Mike Rounds defeated Scyller J Borglum.
In the Democrat State Race for District 26A between Shawn Bordeaux and Alexandra Frederick, Shawn Bordeaux defeated Alexandra Frederick in the primary.
For the Democratic South Dakota Presidential Primary, Joe Biden defeated Bernie Sanders.
Running for Tripp County Commissioner District 4 were Greg English and Joyce Kartak. Joyce Kartak (127 votes) defeated Greg English (94 votes) for the Tripp County Commissioner District 4 position in the primary.
Running for Todd County Democrat Commissioner primary were Howard Heinert and Viola Waln. Viola Waln defeated Howard Heinert for the Todd county commissioner position 83 to 49 votes.
Running for a position on the Todd County School Board were incumbent Linda Bordeaux, Sage D. Fast Dog, Glen Yellow Eagle, and Jennifer Bordeaux-Black Bear. Sage D. Fast Dog was the winner for the Todd County School Board position with 57% of total votes.
For the City of Gregory, there were 2 city council positions up for reelection.
Running for Mayor were Justin Jelinek and Incumbent Scott Anshutz. Scott Anshutz defeated Justin Jelenik for the Gregory City Mayor position on a vote of 308 to 132.
Running for Ward 1 in Gregory were Kristi Drey and Mona Taggart. Kristi Drey defeated Mona Taggart for the Gregory City Council Ward 1 position on a vote of 124 to 33.
For Charles Mix County there was Commissioner Race for District 2 between Neil Von Eschen and Colin Soukup. Colin Soukup ( 139 votes) defeated Neil Von Eschen (94 votes) to win the Primary.
In the States Attorney Race for Charles Mix County between Steven R. Cotton and Pamela S. Hein, Steven R. Cotton (682 votes) defeated Pamela S. Hein (361 votes).
The City of Platte had an election in Ward 1 which was
between incumbent Dave Carter and Ryan Lantz. Dave Carter defeated Ryan Lance on a vote of 89-77.
For Ward 3 in Platte there was a race between Cole Anderson and Randal Brumbaugh, neither of which were current incumbents. Cole Anderson defeated Randal Brumbaugh for the Ward 3 City Council position on a vote of 98-17.
For the Platte-Geddes School Board there was an election between Jess Sondgeroth (incumbent), Stephanie Leader, Randal Brumbaugh, Duke Starr (incumbent) sand Tracy Harrington
Jess Sondgeroth (500 votes) and Duke Starr (486 votes) will stay in the two positions for the Platte-Geddess School Board. Stephanie Leader had 313 votes, Tracy Harrington 140, Randal Brumbaugh 68.
For Lyman County there was a County Commissioner at Large race between Incumbent Bill Lengkeek, Brian Kraus and Incumbent Leslie Reuer. Brian Kraus (322 votes) and Leslie Reuer (376 votes) came out victorious with Bill Lengkeek having 253 votes in this race for Lyman County Commissioner primary race.
For Jones County School Board elections there were two available seats on the school board up for election between Cody W Mckenzie, Levi Newsam, LaTonya Erikson, Rachel Talich, and Rodney Mann.. Levi Newsam (246 votes) and Rachel Talich (222 votes) came out victorious in this race for the Jones County School board positions. Cody W. Mckenzie had 97 votes, Latonya Erikson, 71 votes and Rodney Mann 59 votes.
For Mellette County there was a local race for county commissioner district 2 between Leon Huber and Joyce Glynn. Joyce Glenn (48 votes) defeated Leon Huber (41 votes) for Mellette County District 2 Commissioner primary race.
For the White River School Board Election, there were three Candidates up for two positions who are incumbent Brandi Schmidt-Moran, Incumbent Louann Krogman and Summer Lunderman. Louann Krogman and Brandi Schmidt-Moran came out victorious to keep their positions on the White River School Board.
Central South Dakota has strong showing at Senior Golf Showcase
A senior golf showcase event was held Monday in Pierre at the Hillsview Golf Course. Locally, Winner Area’s Addy Root finished fifth overall in the Class A competition as she shot an 89. In Girls Class B, Mariah Van Zee of Platte/Geddes finished fourth with a 94. In Boys Class B, Jones County’s Riley Rankin finished fourth as he shot an 85.