Modern Woodmen of America is continuing to grow its presence in the Lennox community through the work of local financial advisor Brianna Peterson, who has been serving area families for nearly a year. Peterson said she was drawn to Modern Woodmen because it aligned with her long-standing passion for helping people while giving back to the community. “This great opportunity with Modern Woodmen has allowed me to do both,” she said. Modern Woodmen of America offers a range of

Lennox High School will take center stage for South Dakota high school theater next week as it hosts the Region 2A One Act Play competition, an honor that drama director Christi Sayler says is both exciting and meaningful for the program. “This year I am the region coordinator, and last year I asked the other schools if they would mind if we hosted in our new facility,” Sayler said. “They were all very excited about it, and I’m hoping we can become the regular location for ou

With all members present, the Lennox City Council met Monday, Jan. 12 at Lennox City Hall. Mayor Danny Fergen and Council members heard agenda items including The City of Lennox has received an application to transfer a liquor license from Lawrence Enterprises, DBA The Only One, to Fencing Around, Inc. “State law requires a public hearing for the application of any new liquor license. This application is to transfer all licenses for The Only One Bar & Grill from Jill Lawrenc

South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) will deliver extensive live, on-demand, and digital coverage of the 2026 South Dakota Legislative Session, ensuring South Dakotans have broad access to the key issues, debates, and decisions shaping the state. One major change in SDPB’s coverage is the transition of all legislative coverage to the SDPB website. All coverage can be found online at SDPB.org/SDNetwork . The SDNet app and SD.net will sunset, and any web traffic will be red

The Lennox Community Library has been awarded a $1,050 grant from the Lennox Area Community Fund (LACF). The funding was part of LACF’s 2025 grant cycle, which supported eight local organizations. Other recipients include the Lennox Area Ambulance, Junior Achievement, Worthing Fire Department, City of Worthing, Lincoln County 4-H, Old Towne Dinner Theatre, the Chancellor Fire Department and the Lennox Historical Society. The Lennox Community Library received the grant to supp

The Lennox School Board met Jan. 12 and recognized a student for his academic achievement. Junior high and high school principal Chad Allison recognized freshman Kameron Karlson for his perfect score on the science assessment in spring 2025. He was one of 17 in his grade level across the state to post a perfect score. In his report, superintendent Adam Shaw mentioned a possible bill, which is supports, that students who are on reduced lunch get free lunch. He expects it will

On Saturday, Jan. 10, several students competed at the first ever Tea speech and debate tournament. With strong performances from all the members, they were able to just beat out Beresford for the overall first place. Placing students included Gavin Swier who placed third in original oratory and informative speaking, Allison Schulz who tied for first in Program Oral Interp. Maddigan Van Sickle placed second in public forum with Emerson Lee who also took second in internation

American Bank & Trust has built more than a century-long legacy rooted in relationships, trust, and community-focused service. Officially chartered in 1886, the bank began as the Bank of Alpena, a private institution established by L.N. Loomis. Within a few years, D.C. Wallace and H.S. Royer joined the operation, laying the foundation for what would become one of the region’s most enduring community banks. Growth came steadily over the decades. In 1962, a branch was construct

The Lincoln County 4-H Leaders have been awarded a $1,850 grant from the Lennox Area Community Fund (LACF). The funding was part of LACF’s 2025 grant cycle, which supported eight local organizations. Other recipients include the Lennox Area Ambulance, Junior Achievement, Worthing Fire Department, Lennox Community Library, Old Towne Dinner Theatre, the Chancellor Fire Department, City of Worthing and the Lennox Historical Society. Lincoln County 4-H Leaders received the $1,850

Pictured above, top: the Lennox School District Board members cut the ribbon before the junior high and high school band and choir concert held Dec. 15. Pictured above (bottom picture) inside of the PAC. Lennox School District officials cut the ribbon on the new performing arts center at the high school before the start of the junior high and high school band and choir concert on Dec. 15. While the ribbon cutting took place in mid-December, the school musical had the honor o