Hometown Newspaper Covering the Greater Belle Fourche & Butte County Area in South Dakota
The beginning of a new school year is exciting. The first official day of school is August 19. A good way to get the year off to a good start is to find out what kids are going to need for school. (see supply lists) Another fun thing to do is to find […]
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For Charles Capp and his son Lee Capp both of Belle Fourche, a recent trip to Washington DC was indeed an unforgettable experience. Charles, or Chuck as he is known by friends and family served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. “Several of my uncles serve in various branches and […]
Continue ReadingKimberly Bachman K12 Band/Music, Digital Imaging, and HS Drama From Fruitdale, SD Kimberly Bachman has a bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Humanities. She has been a substitute teacher at Newell School for the past two years and is an award-winning multi-instrumental singer-songwriter with a demanding music schedule. She has played the […]
Continue ReadingPre-School 1 Glue Stick 2 Box Kleenex 1 Container Disinfectant Wipes Cracker or cereal Snacks (Please Bring 1 Box at the Beginning of Each Month) Water Bottle Milk Ticket (Purchased in the Office) Paint Shirt Washable Markers 2 Boxes of Kleenex Pencil Box 1 Container Clorox Wipes Water Bottle Gym Shoes Headphones – no ear […]
Continue ReadingThe USDA Food and Nutrition Service provides low cost and no-cost meals for school students. Parents and guardians need to complete an application to qualify for the program. Shannon Dirk is available in the PK-12 office for more information. Please realize the importance of the program beyond the cost of a meal. Qualification status of […]
Continue ReadingWe’re getting the band back together! If you play an instrument and want to be a part of the Community Band playing music with the students for the high school home games, please email Kimberly Bachman for your music packet and game schedule. [email protected].
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NEWELL—Saturday, July 20 was the grand opening of Jorabeels Bakery and Market, a new baked goods store in Newell. Located at 110 E. 9th Street in Newell, the bakery boasts an outdoor patio and seating area along with a cozy indoor space where you can find yummy treats ranging from Swiss rolls to scones and […]
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Trinity Lee Jaskela, on November 20, 1976, a sweet little baby boy was born to Dave and Shawn Langley. They later divorced and she married again in 1979 to Jerry Jaskela. Trin was 2 ½ and we became a family. Jerry adopted him as his own later on. We lived in Vale for 6 years and […]
Continue ReadingPresenter Madison Hoffman introduces the audience to a beautiful barn owl and answers questions from the audience. She explained, “We feed as close to a natural diet for each species as we possibly can. We feed mouse, rat, rabbit, chicken, quail, chipmunk, squirrel, and prairie dog.” Madison demonstrates the proper technique for working with a […]
Continue ReadingThe evening was a perfect example of the best of summer, exceptional weather, great music, and the opportunity to socialize outdoors. A good family crowd of approximately 50 people and some pets (on leashes) attended the free concert sponsored by the Belle Fourche Arts Council (BFAC) last Wednesday evening in Belle Fourche. The audience enjoyed […]
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