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How ‘bout this weather?: The Ridge View Dance Team had fun with their Novelty routine “Weather Forecast” at Saturday’s Dance Night. Photo by Brent Harm
01/12/2026 - 12:42pm
Ridge View High School hosted their annual Dance Night on Saturday, with performances by the award-winning Ridge View Dance Team, as well as solo performances and fun routines from the elementary students, parents, and high school boys. The Ridge...

Opinion

01/05/2026 - 11:37am
Every January, I start the year with the best of intentions. I make New Year’s Resolutions to improve my life in a variety of ways.  I’ve also noticed that by February, some of these goals have completely fizzled out. Some of my “resolutions”...

Sports


Working pr a pin: OABCIG 138-pounder Jed Wulf works for a pin, during Western Valley Conference action at Holstein on Thursday. Photo by Brent Harm
01/12/2026 - 12:18pm
The OABCIG wrestling team headed north to Holstein on Thursday to compete in Western Valley Conference action with Woodbury Central and Ridge View. The Falcons fell to a tough Woodbury Central team by a score of 71-6, but bounced back with a 40-28...

Obituaries

01/14/2026 - 8:25pm
Leanne K. Hammer 1956 – 2026   HOLSTEIN - Leanne K. Hammer, 69, of Holstein passed away on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026 at the Sanford USD Medical Center and Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD after sustaining a fall in her home. A funeral service will be held...

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