The first class of students to enroll in the new Wizipan Leadership and Sustainability Program recently completed the semester-long experience offered through a unique partnership between South Dakota State University and The Indian University of North America of Crazy Horse Memorial. The new program provides students with a unique, immersive academic experience grounded in Native philosophy. Nine ...

The Cork Thornton Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament held at the Merritt Reservoir on January 29 and 30th.  There will be a guaranteed $5,000 prize for 1st place, Champion Coats for bragging rights and a a trophy.  Also included in the event will be lots of raffles, prizes, and everyone will go home with a prize.  ...

Regardless of marital status, women continue to face more specific financial needs than men. However, when it comes to preparing for their financial future, many still shy away from those conversations, says Lorna Saboe-Wounded Head, SDSU Extension Family Resource Management Field Specialist. In a 2016 study conducted by America Saves, women were less likely to be ...

The Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center at Cedar Shore will be hosting a New Year’s Eve dinner event on December 31st from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  For reservations one can call 605-234-6376.  Molly Dowling will be providing the entertainment. Prices for a 5 course meal will be $30 per person or $150 for 2 ...

All of us in the KWYR Sports Department want to wish everyone a happy holiday! We are looking forward to an action packed end to the year, and also a fun start to 2021 in regards to our coverage for the high school basketball season. Next Tuesday, December 29th, we will have coverage from Tyndall ...

The Chamberlain School Board will meet on Monday, January 11th at the Chamberlain Highschool / Middle School Library at 7:00 p.m.  With questions, one can contact the Superintendent’s office at (605) 234-4477 or e-mail justin.zajic@k12.sd.us.

Boys Basketball Aberdeen Roncalli 68, Northwestern 41 Arlington 68, Oldham-Ramona/Rutland 44 Canistota 62, Bridgewater-Emery 33 Chester Area 53, McCook Central/Montrose 48 De Smet 69, Estelline/Hendricks 32 Elkton-Lake Benton 58, Colman-Egan 26 Faith 68, Dupree 32 Faulkton Area 60, Wolsey-Wessington 51 Freeman Academy/Marion 57, Tripp-Delmont/Armour 43 Gregory 76, North Central (Neb.) 43 Groton 61, Redfield 59 Harrisburg 61, LeMars (Iowa) 55 Highmore-Harrold 72, Kimball/White Lake 50 Ipswich 33, Aberdeen Christian Milbank ...

There will be a blood drive in Butte, Nebraska on Wednesday, December 30th from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Butte/Naper Community Center.  The drive is sponsored by the Naper Community and to make an appointment one can call Phyllis Camin at 402-832-5777.

Winner has a fun basketball weekend ahead! Winner will be hosting the 27th annual Warrior Alumni Game  on Saturday, December 26th beginning at 5pm. The game is open to the public and free of charge to enter. The All Time Series is currently 14-12 in Young Purple’s favor.  Stop on out for a fun night of hoops ...

There will be a blood drive in Burke on Tuesday, December 29th at the Burke Civic Center from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Appointments are encouraged however walk-ins will be welcome. To sign up contact Sharla Spencer at 605-208-1751.