The Lennox High School wrestling team turned in a strong showing at the Rider Boys’ Invitational held Saturday, Dec. 6 at Sioux Falls Roosevelt. The Orioles brought home three top-five finishes, highlighted by Grant Larson’s championship title at 175 pounds (pictured above).  Larson dominated his bracket with three consecutive wins by fall, including a quick 30-second pin in the quarterfinals and a fall in 1:30 over O’Gorman’s Zach Schuler in the finals. Kedren Fergen earned

The Lennox High School boys’ basketball team enters the 2025 season with confidence and a strong returning core under the leadership of Head Coach Jacob Hinker, who begins his second year at the helm. A former Lennox standout himself, Hinker spent four years guiding the JV program before taking over the varsity role. His playing career includes time with the Orioles as well as collegiate experience at Dakota Wesleyan University. Supporting him on the sidelines this season are

The Lennox School District board of education met Dec. 8 and addressed the governor’s budget address that was delivered last week. Superintendent Adam Shaw noted that schools are frustrated with Gov. Larry Rhoden’s budget proposal of a zero percent increase in state aid to school districts. One of the biggest frustrations is increasing state reserves from 10 percent to 12 percent, adding another $79 million in reserves.  “For us as educators, we obviously have a tough road ah

With all members present, the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Dec. 2 in the Lincoln County Boardroom. Commissioners heard agenda items including digitizing files, pay raises, and airport conversations.  Commission Assistant, Paul Anderson stood in for 4-H Advisor, Wendy Sweeter to give notice of intent to hold a raffle per SDCL 22-25-25 - Lincoln County 4-H Shooting Sports. No action is needed for the raffle unless the board objects. No action was taken. Au

Plans special Christmas at the Farm this Saturday Nestled just miles from Lennox, Farmer Braun’s Hobby Farm offers a hands on learning experience for the whole family. Childhood speech-language pathologist and mother to three, Melissa Braun, along with husband, Kyle, are finding ways to incorporate Melissa’s love of her hobby farm into a learning experience for all. “I am best described as a social butterfly with wild ideas and a deep passion for caring for others,” Braun sai

With a strong group of returners, renewed depth, and a fast-paced identity on both ends of the court, the Lennox High School girls’ basketball team enters the 2025 season with confidence and high expectations. Head coach Adam Quail, now in his ninth year at the helm, says this year’s roster brings a blend of experience, athleticism, and coach-ability that makes the Orioles a promising contender. Quail, whose coaching résumé includes time with Sioux Valley, South Dakota State

With a packed practice room and growing momentum within the program, the Lennox High School wrestling teams are entering the 2025 season with confidence and high expectations. Head coach Matt Hanson, now in his third year leading the Orioles, says the culture of hard work continues to strengthen within the program. “We have two returning state qualifiers in Ramsey Williams and Grant Larson,” Hanson said. “Hopefully they will continue their success as qualifiers and push to pl

With all members present, the Lincoln County Board of Commission met Tuesday, Nov. 25 in the Lincoln County Boardroom. Commissioners heard agenda items including public hearings and prisoner costs. Chairwoman Tiffani Landeen opened the meeting with a public hearing to consider an application for a Retail On-Sale Liquor License on the following described premises to wit: The Good Earth Farm LLC, Plat of: Tract 2C of Kroger’s Addition NW 1/4-28-98-51 Lincoln County SD. Parcel #

With all members present, the Lennox City Council met Monday, Nov. 24 at Lennox City Hall. City Administrator, Nate Vander Plaats asked the council to approve Ordinance 662 as the City of Lennox as received and processed an application to rezone the Opheim Addition from A1 Agricultural to R2 Multifamily Residential. “There have been no changes since the fi rst reading of this ordinance, recommend motion to approve,” Vander Plaats said. Mayor Danny Fergen asked for public comm

After eight years of hard work and determination to bring back her store, Melinda Franklin has reopened The Stable offering western apparel, décor, pet supplies and more. In 2006, Melinda Franklin opened The Stable, a one stop shop for all farming needs both inside and out in Winnebago, Minnesota. “I offered country western apparel, décor, pet supplies, fencing, and animal feeds, just to name a few,” Franklin said. Franklin owned and operated the store for eight years before