The Lennox City Council met Monday, Feb. 9 in the Lennox Boardroom. Mayor Fergen and council members heard agenda items including updates to the Capital Improvement Plan and legislative discussions. The City of Lennox is due for an update of the community’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).  “The only big changes from what most of the council has seen in the past is that we’re not including the funding mechanism for these projects on this version of the CIP. We certainly can do

History enthusiast and 30 year civil war reenactor, Dave Renli is looking for community support for a Lincoln County Historical Society. Dave Renli first began learning of the history of Lincoln County while listening to stories from loved ones.  “My family is from Lincoln County, and I always heard stories of the olden days that fascinated me and have always stuck with me through my life,” Renli said. Renli’s passion for history grew as he began his professional career as a

The Lennox High School girls’ basketball team enjoyed a busy week of basketball last week, defeating Elk Point Jefferson and Baltic, before falling to Hamlin in a tight match-up against two of the top teams in the State on Saturday, Feb. 7. Against Elk Point Jefferson on Tuesday, Feb. 3, Lennox led 18-9 after the opening quarter, going on to get the 52-35 victory.  “It’s always good to pick up a DAK XII win, especially on the road,” said LHS head coach Adam Quail. Against EPJ

Teegan Musser works around the Baltic defender.  Last week, the Lennox High School boys’ basketball team earned a trio of wins, defeating Elk Point Jefferson 74-34 on Feb. 3; Baltic 58-41 on Feb. 5 and Sergeant Bluff-Luton, 75-70 in overtime on Feb. 7 at the Sioux Falls Pentagon.  Against EPJ, Lennox jumped ahead early and had 11 athletes get in on the scoring in the decisive win.  “We came out and jumped to a nice lead and then allowed them to hang around in the game for a b

This past weekend, the Lennox Speech and Debate team competed at Sioux Falls Roosevelt in the Sweetstakes tournament. The team had a strong showing, being the top “A” school at the meet in overall sweepstakes. Leading the team was Zach Boysen with his third place finish in JV Lincoln-Douglas debate. Also with a strong showing were Maddigan Van Sickle and Maddix Oltmanns with a 3-3 record.  The Lennox Speech and Debate team competed at the Sioux Falls Jefferson Cavalier Invite

The South Dakota State One Act Festival was held at Brandon Valley Feb. 5–7, and the Lennox High School One Act team capped off a strong season with a successful performance and multiple awards. Lennox qualified for the state competition after capturing first-place honors at the Region 2A Competition at the end of January. At State, the group had another strong performance bringing home several awards.  Lennox earned a Superior Technical Award, recognizing the work of Chase H

Members of the community spoke out at the Lennox School Board meeting on Monday, Feb. 9. Retired teacher Joy Lang spoke about her use of the building to offer piano lessons. She has signed an agreement and paid a fee but her teaching was disrupted Jan. 13. Four other community members spoke out in support of Lang. Parent Annie Hoffman asked the board to consider an amendment to the policy. Later in the meeting, the board approved the amended use of district facilities policy.

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, February 3 in the Lincoln County Boardroom. With all member present the commissioners heard agenda items including a notice of intent to raffle, road transfer, and the beginning of the budget process. 4-H Advisor, Wendy Sweeter presented a Notice of Intent to Raffle per SDCL 22-25-25 - Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation.  “This is for the Raising the Roof fundraiser that has been done every year. This year it will be o

Members of the community spoke out at the Lennox School Board meeting on Monday, Feb. 9. Retired teacher Joy Lang spoke about her use of the building to offer piano lessons. She has signed an agreement and paid a fee but her teaching was disrupted Jan. 13. Four other community members spoke out in support of Lang. Parent Annie Hoffman asked the board to consider an amendment to the policy. Later in the meeting, the board approved the amended use of district facilities policy.

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, February 3 in the Lincoln County Boardroom. With all member present the commissioners heard agenda items including a notice of intent to raffle, road transfer, and the beginning of the budget process. 4-H Advisor, Wendy Sweeter presented a Notice of Intent to Raffle per SDCL 22-25-25 - Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation.  “This is for the Raising the Roof fundraiser that has been done every year. This year it will be o