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WDTC President Ann Bolman and SHEDCO Executive Director Andrea Powers prepare to cut the ribbon to signify the opening of a much-anticipated Practical Nursing Satellite Program at the State Veterans Home in Hot Springs. Also pictured, from left, are Jeremy Schultes with FRHS Administrator, WDTC Nursing Program Director Krysten Hybertson and State Home Superintendent Chuck Johnson. Photo by Brett Nachtigall/Fall River County Herald-Star

WDTC President Ann Bolman and SHEDCO Executive Director Andrea Powers prepare to cut the ribbon to signify the opening of a much-anticipated Practical Nursing Satellite Program at the State Veterans Home in Hot Springs. Also pictured, from left, are Jeremy Schultes with FRHS Administrator, WDTC Nursing Program Director Krysten Hybertson and State Home Superintendent Chuck Johnson. Photo by Brett Nachtigall/Fall River County Herald-Star

WDTC Practical Nursing program to open in Hot Springs this fall

Brett Nachtigall
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Body HOT SPRINGS – The need for qualified nurses in the Southern Black Hills area got a shot in the arm last Tuesday, April 30, when Western Dakota Technical College(WDTC)announced they would soon be opening a Practical Nursing Satellite Program in Hot Springs.

Two killed in car crash

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Body EDGEMONT – Two men died last Wednesday morning, at around 7:54 a.m., April 24, in a single-vehicle crash three miles south of Edgemont. Preliminary crash information indicates that 55-year-old Michael S.
Kelly Bednar, coowner Ace Hardware, stands in the bump out by the store where the future gathering table (pictured above) will be located.

Kelly Bednar, coowner Ace Hardware, stands in the bump out by the store where the future gathering table (pictured above) will be located.

Ace Hardware to create community table space in their bump out area

Charity Maness
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Body As road construction comes to a close at the south end of town businesses are looking to add the finishing touches on the exteriors of their buildings through the beautification of the bump outs.
District 30 House of Representative candidates answer questions during a forum hosted by the Fall River Republicans held April 12 in Edgemont at the St. James Parish Hall. Submitted photo

District 30 House of Representative candidates answer questions during a forum hosted by the Fall River Republicans held April 12 in Edgemont at the St. James Parish Hall. Submitted photo

BBQ event aims to gather voters and candidates this Saturday, May 4

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Body HOT SPRINGS – Kick your summer off with a hometown BBQ this Saturday, May 4, at the Hot Springs Mueller Civic Center from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Cathy Nelson talks about journalism with the youth attending the afterschool Hang-out Program at The United Churches on Wednesday, April 3. The kids enthusiastically answer questions about who, what, where, why and how. Courtesy photo

Cathy Nelson talks about journalism with the youth attending the afterschool Hang-out Program at The United Churches on Wednesday, April 3. The kids enthusiastically answer questions about who, what, where, why and how. Courtesy photo

United Churches’ Hang-out Program, Club provide creative youth activities

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Body HOT SPRINGS – What started as the Good News Sunday youth program at The United Churches in Hot Springs expanded to include an afterschool group for the community’s children ages 10 and above. The program is named the “Hang-out” and meets at the church at 342 N.
Golden West representatives prepare to bore under the Cheyenne River Bridge as part of the fiber optic expansion. Photo by Garland Wright

Golden West representatives prepare to bore under the Cheyenne River Bridge as part of the fiber optic expansion. Photo by Garland Wright

Golden West conducting fiber optic upgrade to Angostura, Hot Brook

Garland Wright
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Body HOT SPRINGS – In a pioneering endeavor to enhance internet connectivity and reliability, Golden West Communications has initiated an expansive project to introduce state-of-theart fiber optic internet to areas including the east side of Angostura, Hot Brook Canyon, and now...
The Herald-Star’s coverage of the Hot Springs Bison football team’s state championship earned the newspaper two awards including first place in the “Best Sports Series” category as well as a second place in the “Best Special Section” category.

The Herald-Star’s coverage of the Hot Springs Bison football team’s state championship earned the newspaper two awards including first place in the “Best Sports Series” category as well as a second place in the “Best Special Section” category.

Herald-Star named best in General Excellence among state’s weeklies

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Body HURON – The Fall River County Herald-Star earned one of the highest awards during last week’s 2023 SDNA Better News Media Contest when it won first place in General Excellence in the Weeklies over 1,300 circulation category.
Republican primary candidates for Fall River County Commission

Republican primary candidates for Fall River County Commission

Seven Republicans running for three seats on FRC Commission

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Body HOT SPRINGS – The primary election is slated to take place on Tuesday, June 4, which is when area registered voters will decide a number of races, including filling three seats on the Fall River County Commission along with the two District 30 House of Representative Republicans...
Officer Matthew Maxfield accepts an award from Chief Ross Norton. Courtesy photo

Officer Matthew Maxfield accepts an award from Chief Ross Norton. Courtesy photo

HSPD Officer Maxfield receives ‘Saving Award’

Charity Maness
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Body HOT SPRINGS – On April 3, 2024, Hot Springs Police Officer Matthew Maxfield received a ‘Saving Award’ from Chief Ross Norton. The award is the first saving award Chief Norton has given and stemmed from an officer response to a 20year old female in crisis.
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