Shoba Dasari

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Wahpeton Breckenridge Ambulance hosts Open House in honor of National EMS Week

2 days ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

After a rain delay two weeks ago, the CHI St. Francis Health hosted an open house at the Wahpeton Breckenridge Ambulance facility on Monday, June 2, 2025 in celebration of the National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week. The event welcomed community members to tour ambulances and meet the local emergency medical staff. kAmQ(6’C6 2== 72>:=J 96C6[” D2:5 rwx $E] uC2?4:D w62=E9 p>3F=2?46 $6CG:46 |2?286C |:<6 v@C@D<:[ H9@ 92D D6CG65 E96 C68:@? 7@C 2? :>AC6DD:G6 bd J62CD] “(6 =@G6 H96?
Incumbent Wahpeton school board members retain seats

2 days ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

Incumbent Wahpeton Public School board members Lisa Graves, Kathy Dimmer and Matt Dockter retained their seats on the board of education for another three-year term after the 2025 annual school board election on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. There were five challengers to the three seats in the city district, Rural North and Rural South. kAm(9:=6 E96 G@E:?8 ?F>36CD H6C6 F?2?:>@FD[ (29A6E@? !F3=:4 $49@@= qFD:?6DD |2?286C p=2J?2 w2=DE6?D822C5 D2:5 E96 C6DF=ED 2C6 F?@77:4:2= 2D E96 (29A6E@?
Hankinson gears up for summerfest 2025

5 days ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

Summer spirit will be in full swing on June 19, 2025 as the town of Hankinson hosts its annual Hankinson Summerfest, promising a day packed with food, fun, music and community activities designed to bring the community together. Organized by Kennedy Campbell and supported by the Hankinson Commercial Club, this year’s summerfest will feature many familiar favorites along with a few exciting new additions, a Los Jarochos Mexican Food Truck, making its debut at the event.
Lidgerwood Woman’s Club hosts 98th annual student banquet

5 days ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

The Lidgerwood Woman’s Club held its 98th annual Honor Student Banquet at Holy Cross Church, recognizing the scholastic achievements of Lidgerwood High School students in grades 9 through 12. Club President Betty Wettstein welcomed attendees to the banquet, followed by Toastmistress Linda Hinrichs, who led table prayer before dinner was served. The meal was served by eighth grade honor students.
Breckenridge High School students turns passion into action through ‘Project U’ class

5 days ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

From writing comics to hosting charity runs, students at Breckenridge High Schools are proving that passion and purpose go hand-in–hand through a unique semester-long course called “Project U.”Project U gives students the opportunity to create and carry out a project that is deeply personal to them, whether it’s rooted in community service, self-growth or career exploration.
Breckenridge Lutheran Quilters: A legacy of love, community and dedication

6 days ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

In the small yet vibrant quilting group at Breckenridge Lutheran Church, a dedicated community of 15 to 18 women gathers once a month with one shared mission: To create quilts that provide warmth, comfort and care both locally and around the world. At the heart of this group is Dell Kruger, who heads the Breckenridge Lutheran Quilters. Dell has been quilting with the group since the 1970s, with a short pause and now leads the coordination of projects, supplies and donations.
Community volunteers keep Chahinkapa Zoo thriving

1 week ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

At the heart of Chahinkapa Zoo’s success isn’t just its animals or exhibits, it’s the dedication of local volunteers who give their time, energy and spirit to keep the zoo thriving. From guiding guests along the zoo pathways to supporting educational programs, community members play a vital role in bringing the zoo to life. Companies like Cargill have also stepped up to show how local businesses can make a big impact. kAm“~FC 4@>A2?J 36=:6G6D :?
Breckenridge sixth-graders explore history and civics on Capitol visit

1 week ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

Breckenridge Public Schools sixth-grader students recently wrapped up their school year with an educational and exciting field trip to the Twin Cities Minneapolis and St. Paul, where they explored key landmarks and learned firsthand about Minnesota’s history and government. As part of the annual end-of-year tradition, the students visited the Mill City Museum, the Minnesota History Center and the State Capitol Building in St. Paul.
Semi overturns in crash at Richland County Roads 8 and 81

1 week ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

A semi hauling corn overturned on Thursday morning after failing to stop at an intersection, leading to a crash that temporarily closed a stretch of roadway in Richland County. The incident occurred at the intersection of County Road 8 and 81 when the semi failed to stop at a posted top sign and struck a trailer that a pick-up had in tow. kAm%96 :>A24E 42FD65 E96 D6>: E@ @G6CEFC?[ DA:==:?8 :ED =@25 @7 4@C?
Seven local veterans on the Honor Flight

1 week ago | wahpetondailynews.com | Shoba Dasari

Seven local veterans were among 101 honored service members who recently went on the Veterans Honor Flight of DN/NM to Washington, D.C.. The three-day trip, held May 4-6, 2025, brought together 97 men and four women, with 15 Korean War Era Veterans and 86 Vietnam War Veterans from across the region. kAm%96 3C2?49 C6AC6D6?E2E:@? 2>@?8 E96 G6E6C2?D :?4=F565 dg pC>J[ `h }2GJ[ `e p:C u@C46[ D6G6?