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2 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 Experience the ‘Wilder’ Life WELCOME!

A Message Inside This Issue... from the Mayor City Map...... 4

As Mayor of the City of De Smet, I would like to welcome you to the Historical Sites...... 11 ‘Wilder’ life. Our ‘Little Town on the Prairie’ may be small in area Famous People/ History...... 18 but large in spirit and very vibrant with 1,100 residents and a warm, friendly feel. We are a progressive De Smet Events...... 20 minded community committed to providing exceptional services and a Attractions Community Information...... 22 wonderful quality of life for all of our Relocating...... 22 residents. Schedule of Events...... 23 Things are always happening in De Smet. We have several exciting Cultural Events...... 24 projects that we have recently Swimming Pool & Recreation...... 26 completed, including a large hospital expansion & renovation, new Country Club & Golf...... 27 baseball/softball field to complete Schools...... 29 our athletic complex, new town homes & housing developments and Parks...... 30 new businesses opening. Our Event & Wellness Center has been in full Churches...... 30 operation for over two years with events taking place constantly as Hunting & Fishing...... 31 we host many concerts, conferences, community theater presentations, regional meetings, and cultural events. The walking path and wellness center stay busy constantly. There have been many weddings, health fairs, art shows, birthday parties, wellness programs, benefits, community events, a circus, and many recreational activities keeping our De Smet residents happy and healthy. The usage for the Center Clubs & Organizations...... 32 has been tremendous. We hope all visitors as well as the residents Foundations...... 34 of De Smet feel comfortable stopping in at the Center - adjacent to Washington Park - to relax for a while in the comfortable reception Events & Wellness Center/Sports Complex...... 35 area, take a quick tour or to get some exercise. Local Government...... 36 Every year we welcome thousands of visitors to our town. De Smet is

Community Airport...... 36 the “Little Town on the Prairie” made famous by author Laura Ingalls Wilder, and is near the birthplace of famous prairie artist Harvey Police/Emergency Personnel...... 37 Dunn. We’re also one of South Dakota’s popular hunting and fishing destinations year round. Courthouse...... 38 Community Honors...... 39 De Smet provides a wide variety of services and activities for its citizens. A stroll down the streets of our neat, clean town will reveal Library...... 40 a full array of retail and service related businesses, a library, our museum, three beautiful city parks, a public swimming pool, a 9-hole Community Health Center...... 42 golf course and an airport. De Smet is especially proud of its health Hospital...... 44 care facilities that include a hospital, two medical clinics, a chiropractic clinic, dental service and a nursing home. Our excellent K-12 education system is constantly working to provide our students with the cutting edge of technology.

De Smet has it all – a small town atmosphere with many of the Development Corporation...... 46 amenities of a larger community. We invite you to come and visit our modern frontier community and discover for yourself why De Smet is a Business Directory...... 47 great place to live and work – a place you can call home and create Industrial Park...... 54 your new opportunities. - Gary Wolkow, Mayor of De Smet De Smet Roots Program...... 57 New Businesses in De Smet...... 57 Photos on cover and throughout magazine Development Discover Your New Frontier...... 58 courtesy of SD Department of Tourism.

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De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 3 LIW denotes Laura Ingalls Wilder 1. LIW Memorial Society CITY OF DE SMET 2. LIW Pageant Grounds 3. Ingalls Homestead EXPERIENCE THE HOSPITALITY THAT WON THE WEST! 4. Loftus Store 5. Ingalls Home 6. Lake Thompson (8 Miles SE) 7. Washington Park & See corresponding numbers by Campground featured sites on individual pages. 8. Depot Museum 9. HLM Memorial Library 10. Cemetery/Garden of Remembrance 11. Courthouse/ Veterans Memorial 12. City Hall 26 13. Post Office 14. Hospital & Clinic 15. Nursing Home 16. Firehall 17. Sheriff’s Office

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AVENUE AVENUE 23. Industrial Park 14 24. Airport 25. 4-H Park/4-H Grounds 7 18 26. Rose Vincent 37 36 Memorial Park 20 28 27. Catholic Church

28. Lutheran Church CALUMET 14 19 29. De Smet Community Church TO MANCHESTER 35 30. Methodist Church 31. Christian & Missionary Alliance 29 32. Legion Post 138 33. LIW Walking Trail 21 34. Masonic Lodge DOWNTOWN 35. Manchester (8 Miles W) 36. Event & Wellness Center 22 37. Medical & Dental Clinic 38. Wilder Welcome Center View & SHARE the new De Smet 39. Silver Lake 10 video produced by Passenger 40. Prairie Baptist Church Productions, sponsored by the Bush Foundation at www.desmetsd.com.

4 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 ATTRACTIONS How far from De Smet to… 24 Huron...... 34 miles Brookings...... 41 miles Watertown...... 57 miles Mitchell...... 71 miles Sioux Falls...... 105 miles Walnut Grove, MN...... 111 miles 15 Aberdeen...... 118 miles Pierre...... 148 miles Fargo, ND...... 202 miles Minneapolis, MN...... 265 miles Omaha, NE...... 276 miles Rapid City...... 346 miles Mount Rushmore...... 369 miles

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De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 5 LAURA INGALLS WILDER MEMORIAL SOCIETY

TOUR ORIGINAL HOMES OF Laura Ingalls Wilder

HIGHLIGHTS • Original Surveyors’ House from ‘By the Shores of Silver Lake’ • Original Ingalls Home built by Charles “Pa” Ingalls • The First School of De Smet attended by Laura and Carrie • The Discovery Center for some hands on fun! • Exhibition view original Ingalls-Wilder artifacts • Costumed Guides • Museum Gift Shop • Open Year-Round

105 Olivet Avenue, De Smet, South Dakota 6 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 1-800-880-3383 • www.DiscoverLaura.org LAURA INGALLS WILDER MEMORIAL SOCIETY

TOUR ORIGINAL HOMES OF Laura Ingalls Wilder

HIGHLIGHTS • Original Surveyors’ House from ‘By the Shores of Silver Lake’ • Original Ingalls Home built by Charles “Pa” Ingalls • The First School of De Smet attended by Laura and Carrie • The Discovery Center for some hands on fun! • Exhibition view original Ingalls-Wilder artifacts • Costumed Guides • Museum Gift Shop • Open Year-Round

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Offering prairie bus tours of Laura’s wide-open countryside! • Silver Lake • Spirit Lake • Twin Lakes • De Smet Cemetery • Local History

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Photo courtesy of South Dakota Tourism The Laura Ingalls Wilder PAGEANT SOCIETY presents These Happy Golden Years Join us for an outdoor theatrical experience on the wide open Dakota prairie July 6, 7, 8 | July 13, 14, 15 | July 20, 21, 22 Gates open at 6pm; Performance begins at 8pm

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8 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 9 10 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 ATTRACTIONS LAURA INGALLS 1 WILDER MEMORIAL SOCIETY Discover Laura! For many visitors, arriving in the “Little Town on the Prairie” it is like reading from the pages of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s “Little House” books.

“It stood up in front of her suddenly. It was a big house, a real house with two stories, and glass windows. Its up-and-down boards were weathering from yellow to gray and every crack was battened, as Pa had said. The door had a china knob. Laura opened the door and peeped in.” - ‘By the Shores of Silver Lake’

Imagine you are that little girl named “half pint” and for the first time seeing the inside of the Surveyors’ House. How excited she was to be in such a huge house that actually is not big at all. South Dakota’s First Lady, Linda Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote that she had seen and lived Daugaard and it all - the building of railroads in wild, unsettled country, Executive Director homesteading and farmers coming in to take possession posing with of the free land. She wrote of family values, hard work and determination in the settling of the Dakota prairies and Laura Ingalls the building of the little town on the prairie, De Smet. She Wilder Day state wrote of her childhood memories of growing up on the proclamation pioneering frontier. For over sixty years the Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society has worked diligently to preserve those memories for you.

Join us for a Laura Ingalls Wilder adventure through the Surveyors’ House, from ‘By the Shores of Silver Lake’, the First School of De Smet attended by Laura and Carrie, and see the craftsmanship of Charles Ingalls in the last home of Ma and Pa. Do not miss the Discover Center where you are invited to try some old fashioned fun. Sew on an old fashioned sewing machine, dress like a pioneer and try your hand ar braille.

We invite you to turn that china door knob and peak into the homes where Laura and her family’s memories were made.

We would love to have you visit the historic homes of Laura Alison Arngrim “Nellie” and Dean Butler “Almanzo” Ingalls Wilder and make your own special memories in the little town on the prairie.

www.discoverlaura.org • 1-800-880-3383 Tours available year-round Located one block east of the Courthouse [email protected] De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 11 Ingalls Homestead, 3 Laura’s Living Prairie Experience the lifestyle of pioneer homesteaders at the Ingalls Homestead. Twist hay, grind wheat, make rope and drive a horse drawn covered wagon across the native grass prairie to a live one-room country school. Imagine living on Laura’s wide-open prairie.

“It was fun to explore the farm and surprising how much variety

ATTRACTIONS and how many things of interest could be found on 160 acres that at a careless glance looked like all the rest of the prairie.” - Laura Ingalls Wilder, Pioneer Girl: The Annotated Autobiography Lured by the prospect of free land from the Homestead Act of 1862, the Ingalls family traveled over a thousand miles in a covered wagon to homestead. They completed the requirements - live on the land for five years, build a home and plow at least 10 acres - in Dakota Territory. Laura’s books share the stories of hard work and sacrifices her family endured to gain title to this piece of Dakota prairie. Today this land is a place for visitors to experience Laura’s stories. Native prairie grasses cover over a hundred acres, period buildings house exhibits that explain homestead life and hands-on activities allow visitors to understand the changes in our agricultural heritage. Visitors can camp in covered wagons, tents, and RVs to expand the prairie experience. 800-776-3594 [email protected] www.ingallshomestead.com Create Your Memories!

The Wilder Welcome Center Located on De Smet’s main street, the Wilder Welcome Center, is there to help answer questions about De Smet and point you in the right direction. Stop in for Laura 38 Ingalls Wilder attraction information, town maps, and travel brochures. For visitors wanting to learn more about the area, the Prairie Bus Tour is offered daily in the summer and features Silver Lake, Lake Henry, the De Smet Cemetery, and Almanzo and Laura’s homestead and tree claims. Open daily June - September or by appointment any other time. Wilderwelcomecenter.com, email info@ wilderwelcomecenter.com or call (605) 854-6012.

12 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 The Loftus Store 4 The Loftus Store Laura wrote of Mr. Loftus and the Loftus store in several of her “Little today House” books.

Daniel Loftus came to De Smet in late 1879 and established the Loftus Store, a general merchandise store that he ran successfully until his death 43 years later. Through his time as owner, Mr. Loftus featured the finest of goods on his shelves, and the store became known as “The Quality Store.” The Loftus Store became the town’s social center: men would play checkers, share the latest area news and discuss crucial information such as when the train would arrive carrying much needed food for the winter. The original Loftus Store still stands on main street (Calumet Ave) and displays memorabilia from times of yore. All are welcome to come on in and live the history. Enjoy the Laura Ingalls Wilder 33 Wilderness Trail & Silver Lake The Laura Ingalls Wilder Wilderness Trail begins at 4th Street & Lyle Ave. Experience Laura’s walk in the fields of the Big Slough. Enjoy the wild grasses, the wild flowers, and the wild life. The Walking Trail to Silver Lake, completed in its first phase in 2008, provides an easy walk back in history with an excellent opportunity for wildlife viewing. It gives tourists as well as residents a walk close to the shores of Silver Lake and the opportunity to experience the area as it was to early homesteaders. It also allows an easily accessible vantage point for the wide variety of birds, wildflowers, grasses, and small animals.

Silver Lake, a pothole lake formed by the melting glaciers, was the site of the railroad camp and the Surveyors’ House. The Ingalls lived in this The beginning of the Trail house when they first came to De Smet. The lake, which is modest in Head for the LIW Walking size, is often inquired about by many of De Smet’s visitors. The lake is Trail to Silver Lake located just east of the city.

“The lake shores went lower and lower toward Big Slough, until really there was no shore. The lake melted into the slough, making small ponds surrounded by the harsh, rank slough grass that stood five and six feet tall. Little ponds glimmered between the grasses and on the water the wild birds were thick.” - Laura Ingalls Wilder, ‘By the Shores of Silver Lake’

Covered wagon rides are given The wood duck along with many at the Ingalls other birds may be viewed from Homestead. the walking trail on Silver Lake.

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 13 Cemetery Map De Smet Cemetery 10 The De Smet Cemetery is located southwest of De Smet on a beautiful hilltop with many trees overlooking the city as well as a view of the site of the Charles “Pa” Ingalls homestead and the “big slough” to the east. Each year hundreds of visitors view the grave sites of Ingalls family members Charles, Caroline, Mary, Carrie, Grace and the infant son of Laura and Almanzo Wilder. Familiar names from the Little House of the Prairie television series and from Laura’s books are also found on many of the gravestones.

Even though the original ten acres of land for ATTRACTIONS the Cemetery was purchased and the Cemetery Association was incorporated in 1881 when it 1. Carrie Ingalls Swanzey was still Dakota Territory, there are headstones 2. Mary Ingalls 3. Infant son of Laura & Almanzo dating back to 1880. A WPA project graveled 4. Caroline Ingalls, “Ma” the roadways and alleys around each block and a 5. Charles Ingalls, “Pa” mausoleum was erected in 1978. Of the over 2,100 6. Nathan & Grace Ingals Dow grave sites, there are veterans with service dating 7. C.S.G Fuller 8. Charles Tinkham back to 1889; among them being men from the 9. Rev. Edward Brown & Wife Laura distinguished Company “E” serving in the Spanish 10. Mr. & Mrs. Bouchie (Brewster) American War in 1898. The St. Thomas Aquinas 11. Mr. & Mrs. Loftus & Daughter Helen Loftus Fritzel 12. Thomas P. Power Catholic Cemetery lies adjacent to the east of the 13. Mr. & Mrs. Boast original cemetery. 14. David Gilbert

14 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 ATTRACTIONS ‘The Garden of Remembrance’ 10 Located on the south side of the De Smet Cemetery on the road to the historical Ingalls grave sites is a quiet haven of stone, plantings, water and labyrinth. This ‘Garden of Remembrance’ is designed ‘for the living’ as a place where all who visit will find comfort and peace of mind. It is place where all can pray and meditate. As you walk around the garden you hear the comforting sounds of water falling and the babbling of the creek. The boulders and rocks - all thoughtfully selected and delivered to the site are each different and unique in their own way - just like people. The labyrinth represents life’s pathway full of twists and turns and definitely not always level ground. As you follow the path, allow yourself to let go of the presence of grief and sorrow and look to the future that we cannot see but must have hope and faith in. When you reach the center boulder and gaze all around you can see so much beauty of life and nature! There are trees, the plants and grasses, the flowers! You can hear the spirits thought the pine trees! Much love, thought and care has gone into the creation of this garden as all work was donated by community members. It is truly “A place that Heaven touches Earth.”

This ‘Garden of Remembrance’ was built in 2008 spearheaded by the De Smet High School class of ‘08 after they had witnessed a great deal of tragedy with classmates and peers. There are no names placed at the Garden as it is for everyone. Many years ago the ground to the west of the Garden was the burial place of 635 plus people who passed away in poorer times and were laid to rest by the county with no recognition. It was previously called a Potter’s Field. It is “For those whose names are known only to God’. Everyone is welcome to help with the care of the plants as it is all maintained through volunteer help. It is handicap accessible and open to everyone. It is a beautiful area that all should take a little time to visit, Scenes from the reminisce on your time in De Smet and feel the serenity. For more information, contact Susan Purintun, 854-3896 or 854-3176. Garden of Remembrance

Manchester Monument Manchester Monument with insert of actual photo of 35 tornado in Manchester, SD, June 24, 2003 While you are in De Smet, drive eight miles west on Highway 14 to visit the Manchester Monument. Learn about the Spirit of Manchester, where artist Harvey Dunn was born, where Grace Ingalls Dow “Baby Grace” lived most of her life, and where a 1961 Dakota Territory Centennial Celebration drew nearly 150,000 people. The town was destroyed by a massive F-4 tornado in 2003. This distinctive monument stands at the site of the old Town Hall and includes the historic Town Pump, two places where everyone gathered and shared their sense of community. Enjoy what are often exhilarating sunsets at this site, which is surrounded by many varieties of native South Dakota grasses. You’ll be inspired by the historic spirit of this community and learn about small towns that grew along a railroad as it punched west across the prairie. Add this site to your De Smet, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Harvey Dunn itinerary.

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 15 LIVE THE LEGACY... OF THE ‘WILDER’ LIFE Depot Museum / Harvey Dunn School 8 Take a step back in time to the early days of De Smet area residents. The current depot was built in 1906 after a fire on April 23, 1905 destroyed the original one. Pa Ingalls served at the first depot in De Smet. Contrary to the TV series, the Ingalls never actually lived in the depot. The Ingalls family lived in the Surveyors’ House (which can be toured at the Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society).

ATTRACTIONS The Dakota Central Railway Company owned the first railroad through De Smet. Marvin Hughitt, a Chicago broker, surveyed and bought the railway and surrounding land.

He later sold the land in 1881 to the Chicago Northwestern Railroad Company. The De Smet railroad had two passenger trains for many years. One of the trains was referred to as the “400.” The 400 referred to how many minutes it took to travel from Huron, SD to Chicago, Il. The depot was one of the town’s gathering spots.

S. Neal Meyer (local banker) purchased the depot and donated it to the city of De Smet for a museum. Mrs. Doris Thorson gave the city money to refurbish the building. Some of the original lights, windows and fixtures are still in the depot over one hundred years later. The brick walk way on the west of the depot ground was laid by the Chicago Northwestern Railroad Depot Museum / Harvey Dunn School Company in 1906.

The museum also has the town’s original fire/curfew bell on Gehm at 854-3274. There is no admission charge. Feel free display. The museum is home to many important artifacts. The to stop in, look around and enjoy. The volunteers also enjoy artifacts include everything from bedroom to ballroom vintage showing you around and telling stories about the many clothing, a pot-bellied stove, an ornate organ, children’s toys, artifacts. The Depot Museum relies on donations for its native American and military artifacts. The museum is also home operation. The museum is open Monday through Saturday, to a wildlife display that includes native birds and animals. Much 10 am - 5 pm in the months of June, July and August. of the bird and animal collection was purchased from a local Adjacent to the museum is the school house attended by taxidermist and other species have been donated or are on loan. Harvey Dunn and made famous in his painting “After The Depot Museum is run by 28 volunteers. For more information School.” For more information call 854-3991. or to volunteer, please call Charmeine Bohn 854-3809 or Helen

16 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 ATTRACTIONS THE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF DE SMET ORGANIZED IN 1880, CHURCH HAS HAD INTERESTING HISTORY Reprinted from The De Smet News, June 10, 1921

The Congregational Church at De Smet has a history that dates back to the early days and is closely linked with the development of Kingsbury County. A review of the church since its foundation brings many names of prominent citizens and events of those days to the minds of old timers... The first religious service was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.P. Ingalls, on the banks of Silver Lake, February 29, 1880. Twenty-five people were present at the meeting. De Smet was then in its infancy, with but two houses where the city now stands. It was in June of the same year that the pioneers gathered at the depot waiting room to organize a Congregational Church. The names of eight charter members appear on the records: Rev. and Mrs. Edward Brown, Mr. and Mrs. C.P. Ingalls, Mary Ingalls, Mr. and Mrs. S. N. Gilbert and V.V. Barnes being the organizers. Of these Mrs. Ingalls and Mary Ingalls are still residents of the city and members of the church. Judge Barnes and Mrs. Gilbert are still living, but have long since moved away from the vicinity. The church prospered and quickly became a factor in the town. Meetings were held in the school house for about two years, but during the summer of 1882 a church building was erected. A large building in those days, the Congregational Church was for many years the largest in the county, and today still forms the main body of the rebuilt structure. The money for building was raised by subscription and by aid from the society. It was a little over a year after the completion of the church that the bell was hung, an important event, for it was the first bell in Kingsbury county and marked a step in the progress of this new county. The same old bell serves today, having served the people of the church since December 29, 1883. The first pastor, Rev Brown served until August 1884, when he retired, having attained the age of seventy years, at which age he had desired to retire. It is noticed from the records, however, that he continued to serve his people until the following year, when Rev. J. J. Otis was secured as pastor.

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De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 17 YOUR MOUNT RUSHMORE OF FAMOUS DE SMET PEOPLE

Laura Ingalls Wilder Rose Wilder Lane Beloved children’s book author, Laura Ingalls Wilder (1867 Rose Wilder was born in De Smet, SD on December 5, 1886. She - 1957), was one of the first residents of De Smet, SD. Laura was the first child of Laura Ingalls and Almanzo Wilder and the only is best known for her “Little grandchild of Pa and Ma Ingalls. House” series of books, the She was a renowned American majority of which were set in journalist, travel writer, novelist and the quaint town of De Smet, political theorist - noted as one of the including By The Shores of founding mothers of the American Silver Lake, The Long Winter, Libertarian Party. Little Town of the Prairie, These Rose taught herself several languages Happy Golden Years, The First and began her writing career in 1910 when she took several free- ATTRACTIONS Four Years and On the Way Home. lance jobs for needed cash. After initially accepting a job as an editorial In 1879, the Ingalls family assistant for the San Francisco Bulletin, moved to Dakota Territory Rose launched a free-lance writer career and wrote for many famous after Charles Ingalls accepted publications, including Harper’s, Saturday Evening Post, Sunset, a railroad job and stayed the winter in the Surveyors’ Good Housekeeping and Ladies’ Home Journal. Lane also worked House. In the spring of 1880, the family established a around the globe as a correspondent, and was reputed to be one of homestead claim southeast of De Smet and watched the the highest-paid female writers of the early twentieth century. town rise up from the prairie. The following winter, 1880- It was Rose who actually encouraged her mother to launch her own 1881, became known as one of the most severe winters on writing career when Laura was in her sixties and document the record in the Dakotas, which Laura later described in her memories of her frontier childhood. book, The Long Winter. Once the family was settled in De Rose Wilder Lane passed away on October 30, 1968 at the age of Smet, Laura attended school, made many friends, and met 81, the last remaining descendant of Charles and Caroline Ingalls. homesteader Almanzo Wilder (1857-1949). This time in her life is well documented in her “Little House” books. At the age of 15, Laura accepted her first teaching Father Peter John De Smet position, and over the next three years, divided her time between teaching at rural schools and attending school Among the missionaries to come to Dakota was Father Peter John De herself in De Smet. Laura stopped teaching when she Smet, a Belgian-born Jesuit priest, for whom De Smet was named. He first came in 1849 at which time he married Almanzo on August 25, 1885, joining him in a intended to establish missions among the new home on his tree claim north of De Smet, and agreed Dakota Indian people. Father De Smet to help him make the claim succeed. On December ministered to the dying Indians during a 5, 1886, she gave birth to Rose Wilder and later, an terrible smallpox epidemic. It is recorded unnamed son, who died soon after birth in 1889. that he was a devoted Christian, performing many acts of heroism. The people of De Smet have preserved Laura’s frontier: Although the priest never actually came to walk the street that Laura walked, visit the stores that the De Smet, the first townsmen kept alive the Ingalls family shopped at, tour Laura’s schoolhouse, the memory of a man who dedicated himself historic Surveyors’ House, and the house Pa built in town, to exceptional service. A statue in his and visit the Ingalls Homestead. Visit Laura’s historic honor stands in Washington Park. homes, enjoy prairie life with a covered wagon ride and take a stroll down De Smet’s main street. Wesley Hoyt Ruth Born Nov.6, 1913 in De Smet, Commander Ruth was awarded the Aubrey Sherwood Navy Cross for his actions at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Aubrey Sherwood was the unofficial historian of De Smet, He piloted the first unarmed plane to take off from Ford Island/Pearl constantly pushing into the limelight its worthiness as a Harbor after the attack, under orders to conduct reconnaissance on prairie town and its “production” of people who have the Japanese Fleet and attempt to determine whether there would contributed to many facets of Americana. Editor and be another Japanese attack. He, his copilot, radioman and three owner of The De Smet News, he was inducted into the Seamen had only Springfield rifles in the cabin for use in defending South Dakota Hall of Fame in 1983. themselves in case of an attack by Japanese fighter aircraft during their 250 mile NW sortie. He lived to be 101 years old.

18 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 ATTRACTIONS YOUR MOUNT RUSHMORE OF FAMOUS DE SMET PEOPLE Harvey Dunn West of the De Smet Depot Museum is the country school attended by prairie artist Harvey Dunn. The school can be seen in the background of his “After School” painting.

After leaving his country school, Dunn attended South Dakota State University, the Chicago Art Institute and studied under the famous illustrator, Howard Pyle.

Dunn became one of the leading magazine illustrators for the Saturday Evening Post, was named President of the American Society of Illustrators and was an influential art teacher. He was also one of eight official illustrators selected for WWI American Expeditionary Forces. Dunn was inducted into the SD Hall of Fame in 1978.

Dunn was a frequent visitor to the prairie that he grew up on. Dunn, a realist, painted what he saw. He depicted the hard life of the homesteader and the horrors of soldiers in war. Dunn’s collection consists of prairie paintings, illustrations and WWI paintings. Five of Dunn’s paintings hang in the De Smet library, the Hazel L. Meyer Memorial Library, while others can be viewed at the South Dakota Art Museum in Brookings.

HISTORY... (Excerpt from De Smet Yesterday and Today “Little Town on the Prairie” Complied and edited by Caryl Lynn Meyer Poppen)

About 10,000 years ago a large glacier covered the De Smet area. The glacier moved southward forming the west side of the Missouri River. As the glacier retreated, it left large stagnant blocks. The stagnant blocks formed the numerous South Dakota sloughs and lakes. Lake Thompson, near De Smet, is the largest glacial lake in the state.

The American Indian entered the South Dakota area during the period, between 5,000-8,000 years ago.

In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson assigned Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to explore the territory that would become the state of South Dakota in defense of the Louisiana Purchase. After exploration, Clark referred to South Dakota as the “Land of Plenty”.

The present North Dakota and South Dakota area became the Dakota Territory in 1868. The history of Kingsbury County begins in 1838 when John C. Fremont of the US Army and Dr. Nicolet came through this section. The early settlers found a sea of waving grass when they arrived in the late 1800’s. Kingsbury County was named for George W. Kingsbury of Yankton, a pioneer, editor, historian and legislator.

De Smet was plotted in 1880 and incorporated in 1883. Years later it was dubbed “Cream City,” because of the high cream production.

The first family of De Smet was that of Charles P. Ingalls. He was the timekeeper for the railway construction crew at his camp on the shore of Silver Lake, a mile east of where De Smet was to be built. As construction work ceased in the fall of 1879, he and his wife and four daughters remained in the timekeeper’s building through the winter and spring and built what was to become Ingalls’ store.

By 1883, De Smet was a typical early prairie town. De Smet had about 60 buildings including grocery and provision stores, wagon shops, lumber yards, banks, a drug store, newspaper companies, a flour mill, a church, a school, an elevator, two attorneys, a harness shop, one hotel and two real estate dealers.

On November 2, 1889, President William Harrison issued a proclamation announcing the admission of South Dakota as a state of the great republic of the United States of America. The late 1890’s were years of progress, which brought about the passing of the sod shanty. With the 20th century came the telephone, rural mail routes and the automobile. Progression also brought electric lights by 1910 and the radio by 1920. De Smet was among the early ones to have cement sidewalks and the surfaced streets by the 1950’s.

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ATTRACTIONS Fun ‘Wilder’ Happenings In De Smet... Old Settler’s Day - June 8-10, 2018 Old Settler’s Day is notably the longest running community celebration in South Dakota. Original homesteaders and their families would come back each June to celebrate the founding of the town and to visit old friends.

Saturday, June 9 12:00 pm Parade – Starts at Wilder Pass and continues down 3rd street by Washington Park and turns North on Main street. *Prior registration is not needed for the parade. Bring your parade entry to Prairie Avenue & Wilder Pass by 11:30 AM to be included. Afternoon Inflatable’s and face painting for kids Free admission at city pool The Wilder Run is held over Old Craft show & food vendors (Main Street) Settlers Day weekend. Events Car ‘Show & Shine’ – (2nd Street between Main Street & Hwy 25) include 5k, 10k, 10k relay and Contact Chad Kruse, 605-854-3773 to be included as a food or numerous kids races. All races craft vendor and for information on entering the Car Show. are timed with prizes available. Wilder Run t-shirts will be Evening Dance at De Smet Event Center with Dustin Evans Band available for this years event. All proceeds benefit LIW Elementary PTO. Events details to follow on Sunday, June 10 our Facebook Event Page “Wilder 11:00 am Pancake Feed Fundraiser (American Legion Hall) Run 2018” and will be listed at allsportcentral.com. For more 3:00 pm Rick, Brick & Friends Concert (De Smet Event Center) information contact Jessica Wienk at [email protected] or 605-350-5091.

Photo by: Donna Palmlund

Car Show & Shine

De Smet Farm Mutual Photo by: Donna Palmlund Parade Entry Clowns perform in the Parade Inflatables set up on

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Fantastic 4th Of July Fireworks Display Rib Fest in the Park The fireworks display held on the 4th of July at 10:00 PM in the northwest part of De Smet is well-known as one of the most spectacular displays in the region. Families from a large area have made this a traditional time to gather.

Annual Rib Fest – August 18 th – Washington Park Come to enjoy De Smet’s Annual Rib Cook-off with some of the best ribs you have ever tasted being served up to everyone’s delight!! The smells from those entering the cook-off will start coming from the park early in the afternoon with a band playing in the park and lots of fun as everyone gathers to enjoy the festivities. Judging will take place at approximately 4:00 and the ribs will be served beginning at 5:00 until they are gone. Everyone is invited to participate in the Rib Cook-off. The ribs are provided for you. Top prizes of $500 are awarded in four categories. Call Chad Kruse, 854-3773, for information and to register to participate in the cook-off!! Festival of Trees & More! You can stay warm and cozy indoors viewing the wonderfully decorated Christmas Trees, caroling, having the children sit on Santa’s lap, eating chili, winning gift bags and enjoying Christmas cookies at the De Smet Event Center the first weekend in December. This Christmas indoor ‘Tour of Trees’ is an annual tradition in De Smet. Prizes are given for the Most Beautiful, Most Original and Most Fun Trees. Contact Chad Kruse, 605-854- 3773. Christmas Tradition There’s nothing like the excitement of a child on Christmas morning and it’s even better in Santa visits the De Smet. De Smet volunteer firemen have carried on the long time tradition of delivering Festival of Trees treats to children on Christmas morning. It’s a favorite holiday for all children and grandchildren spending Christmas in De Smet. The De Smet Fire Department stops at all homes with children on Christmas morning. If you have children visiting for Christmas, please let them know.

INGALLS HOMESTEAD 2018 Schedule Spring, April 23 - May 24, 2018 - Monday - Friday, contact us for activity hours Summer, Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day, 9am - 7pm every day

Autumn, September 4 - October 31, 2018 - daily 9am - 5pm The Christmas Train often visits Winter - grounds closed, but office open for information and orders De Smet in December giving 800-776-3594 or [email protected] rides to everyone’s delight.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Tours - OPEN ALL YEAR JANUARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH, APRIL Tours daily, Monday thru Friday – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm • Closed Saturday & Sunday MAY Tours daily, Monday thru Saturday – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm • Closed Sunday JUNE, JULY, AUGUST Tours daily, Monday thru Saturday – 9:00 am to 5:30 pm • Sunday 10:00 am to 5:30 pm SEPTEMBER Tours daily, Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm • Closed Sunday OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, DECEMBER Tours daily, Monday thru Friday – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm • Closed Saturday & Sunday Extended Hours on Pageant Performance Days. For more information call 1-800-880-3383.

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 21 Make De Smet Your Home... Emergency...... 911 De Smet Fire Department...... 605-854-3976 Location Kingsbury Co Sheriff’s Dept...... 605-854-3339 De Smet is centrally located on two major Avera De Smet Memorial Hospital...... 605-854-3329 highways, US Hwy 14 and SD 25. It is 60 miles City of De Smet (water/sewer/garbage)...... 605-854-3731 west of the Minnesota border, 33 miles east of

ATTRACTIONS Huron and 90 miles northwest of Sioux Falls NorthWestern Energy (natural gas)...... 800-245-6977 Ottertail Power Company...... 800-257-4044 Kingsbury Electric Cooperative...... 605-854-3522 Population Century Link (telephone & internet)...... 800-244-1111 Approximately 1,100 Medicom (cable tv & internet)...... 855-633-4226 Cook’s Wastepaper & Recycling...... 877-715-3640 Move to De Smet SD One Call...... 800-781-7474 or 811 Visit www.desmetsd.com for the latest US Post Office...... 605-854-3440 information on job listings, real estate, daycares, school, and the De Smet Roots (pg 57) program. De Smet News (weekly newspaper)...... 605-854-3331 You will find all the information you need to De Smet Public Schools make De Smet your home. K-5th 405 Ingalls Ave SW...... 605-854-3963 6th-12th 405 Third Street SW...... 605-854-3674

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2018 De Smet Community Schedule of Events

JANUARY 2018 AUGUST 2018 2 Blood Drive by LifeServe, 1 PM – 6PM, De Smet Event Center 10-12 De Smet Plein Air Outdoor Art Event @ Homestead, 19, 21 De Smet High School One Act Play, De Smet Event Center LIW Society & throughout De Smet area, Sponsored by Harvey Dunn Society. FEBRUARY 2018 12 Plein Air Art Sale: De Smet Event Center, 11:00 AM– 2:00 pm; 16 PTO ‘Quarter Craze’ Fundraiser, De Smet Event Center All welcome 18 Annual Rib Fest Cook-Off, Washington Park MARCH 2018 Visit the De Smet booth at the SD State Fair! 6 Blood Drive by LifeServe, 1 PM – 6PM, De Smet Event Center 11 ‘Ball In The House’ Concert, 3 PM, De Smet Event Center SEPTEMBER 2018 31 Children’s Egg Roll, Good Samaritan Center, 4 Blood Drive by LifeServe, 1 PM – 6PM, De Smet Event Center Sponsored by De Smet Community Women 16 Fremont TriTones’, De Smet Event Center

APRIL 2018 OCTOBER 2018 1 Easter, Special Easter Service 12-14 De Smet Theater Production, De Smet Event Center 19-21 De Smet Theater Production, De Smet Event Center MAY 2018 20 Pheasant Hunting Season Opens 1 Blood Drive by LifeServe, 1 PM – 6PM, De Smet Event Center 28 ‘Swingtime’ Orchestra Concert, 3 PM, De Smet Event Center 6 ‘Johnny Gomez’ Concert, 3 PM, De Smet Event Center 31 Trick or Treat on Main Street – Sponsored by Downtown Businesses 8-9: Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference NOVEMBER 2018 JUNE 2018 3-4 Art Show featuring Galen Wallum, Julie Waldner & others, 3 ‘Ride Across South Dakota’ overnight stop in De Smet De Smet Event Center, Sponsored by Harvey Dunn Society 9 Old Settler’s Day 4-6 Blood Drive by LifeServe, 1 PM – 6PM, De Smet Event Center Noon – Parade, all entrants welcome 10 Large Craft Fair, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, De Smet Event Center Main Street Activities,Vendors & Crafts, 605-854-3773 11 Veterans Day Celebration, De Smet High School ‘Show and Shine’ Car Display, entrants welcome 13 Region III Oral & Interp Contest – De Smet Event Center Dance, Sponsored by De Smet Fire Dept 24 30 Day Giving Challenge begins, Ward’s Store, 10 Pancake Breakfast, Legion Hall County-wide collection of donations for needy families. 10 ‘Rick, Brick & Friends’ Concert, 3 PM, De Smet Event Center Give one item each day for 30 days. 16 City Wide Rummage Sale, 8 Am – 2 PM, 24 ‘Shop Small Business Saturday’ in De Smet – Sponsored by De Smet Community Women Support our many small businesses all year long 29 Begin ‘Toys For Tykes’ Collections at De Smet Businesses for needy JULY 2018 children, De Smet Community Women 3 Blood Drive by LifeServe, 1 PM – 6PM, De Smet Event Center 4 4th of July Spectacular Fireworks Display DECEMBER 2018 Sponsored by De Smet Fire Dept. 2 Festival of Trees & Chili Cook-Off At Event Center; 6-8 Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant, 8:00 PM, Pageant Site Cookie Walk; and Luncheon 13-15 Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant, 8:00 PM, Pageant Site Shop Local! 20-22 Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant, 8:00 PM, Pageant Site 21 Garden Showcase & Luncheon, 9 AM, De Smet Event Center

Roller Skating for all ages is held at the Event Center twice a month. For SCHOOL CALENDAR information, Check Facebook: De Smet Event & Wellness Center for dates, Call 605-854-6060. see online at desmet.k12.sd.us

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De Smet Presents the Laura Ingalls De Smet Community Theater Wilder Pageant Each Summer Started in 2001 with the musical ‘Bee Hive’, the De Smet Community Theater group has performed over This is your opportunity to ‘Experience the ‘Wilder’ life. The 50 performances. They have staged 10 shows to Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant welcomes you to its annual approximately 7,000 audience members in varying summer event that brings a Laura Ingalls Wilder book to locations. life on the De Smet outdoor stage. As twilight falls and the leaves of the giant cottonwoods that Pa planted rattle in the Some shows include “Diamond Studs’, ‘Little House of evening breeze, the classic story is presented on the open, Horrors”, “Nun Sense” and several comedies. The largest wide prairie where Laura’s stories actually happened. show was a community and high school performance with Children can play on the hillside just like Mary, Laura, 107 cast members performing “Fiddler On the Roof”. Carrie and Grace Ingalls and are invited to enjoy a free horse drawn wagon ride around the pageant grounds. The Community Theater was honored to be the first to ATTRACTIONS present a show in their new home, “The Midstate Theater” This year’s presentation, “These Happy Golden Years” is a at the De Smet Event Center that opened in June 2015. heart-warming story of Laura Ingalls and her family’s joys They recreated their very first musical, ‘Bee Hive’ to sold and struggles as they settle the Dakota Prairie. Please join out audiences. All Community Theater productions us as we bring this unforgettable story to life! Gates open are under the direction of Trey Karlen, at 6:00 PM & Show begins at 8:00 PM. The dates are: Quarterton Productions. Check website July 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 2018. www.desmetsd.com for updated information on productions. Come early…there are free wagon rides for the entire family and photo opportunities. Advance purchase De Smet Concert Series of tickets is not necessary because there is unlimited The De Smet Area Arts Council is hosting the 3rd seating and plenty of parking. All seating is general De Smet Concert Series on Sunday afternoons at the admission. The Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant is held Midstate Theater in the De Smet Event Center. Season outdoors. You are welcome to bring lawn chairs or memberships are sold and individual tickets are available blankets. It is also wise to bring a jacket or sweatshirt as for each event. the prairie evenings can be cool. Concessions, gift shop and restrooms are available. The 2018 schedule is: March 11 - Ball in the House www.desmetpageant.org May 6 - Johnny Gomez III/IV June 10 - Rick, Brick, & Friends September 16 - Fremont Tritones October 28 - Swing Time Orchestra The De Smet Concert Series is partially funded through the South Dakota Arts Council & area businesses. Call Rita, 605-203-0216, for information.

24 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 ATTRACTIONS Harvey Dunn Society 10th Piano/Instrument Lessons Piano/Instrument Lessons are available in the community: Annual Plein Air ‘Paint Out’ Julie Baszler: 605-854-9183 Plein Air is an expression which means “in the open air”, and Nita Muser: 605-854-3767 is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors. That is exactly what happens the second weekend of August Diane Perry: 605-546-2190 here in De Smet. Artists of all levels gather to enjoy fellowship and paint outside on the prairie as renowned artist Harvey Yoga Classes Darcie Lee, Registered Yoga Teacher, offers weekly yoga classes, Dunn had done. workshops and private events. For up-to-date class & event schedule: Artists begin their weekend of activities with registration on www.darcieleeyoga.com; [email protected] Friday, August 10, 2018 at the Laura Ingalls Wilder Society headquarters. Those who love art but do not paint Dance Lessons or draw get the opportunity to watch and learn as the artists Madison Avenue Dance Studio offers dance lessons for ages 3 through 4th create throughout the weekend of August 11 and 12, grade. Lessons: September through May. To register, contact Brooke at 2018. Artists from several states will be seen painting at [email protected] or call 605-520-3747. various locations in the De Smet area. Workshops will be held for artists at the Ingalls Homestead to learn more about painting ‘Impacted’ and children’s workshops are included. Everyone has the opportunity to purchase these creations at a wet sale Sunday, Fun New Adult Classes, Tours & Experiences in August 12, 2018. The event is open to the public with no De Smet admission charge and free registration. A new opportunity for area residents to gather just for the fun of it, enjoy camaraderie and learn. Held January through March, the series of classes, Artists: for more information, call Rita at 605-203-0216 or tours and experiences is offered especially for those over 50 with a variety of email [email protected]. ideas & activities to keep the mind & body involved and expand horizons. It includes a cross-section of experiences for men and women to enjoy during the Annual De Smet Art Show winter months. More information available at www.desmetsd.com or call Featuring Artwork by Area Artists including 605-203-0216. Galen Wallum & Julie Waldner Unique Conference coming to November 3-4, 2018 De Smet - May 8 – 9, 2018 The Harvey Dunn Society has created an annual art show “Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities” brings a new concept featuring the outstanding works of local artists. We are very for this two day conference to De Smet as the break-out sessions will be in the fortunate in this area to have such a creative group to display businesses. The Development Corp is partnering with SDSU Extension to bring their talents. Many are nationally known, including Galen this event. There will be four tracks of ‘exploring’ including funding, starting new Wallum, who has had his work displayed at galleries across businesses, ag business, engaging a community & more! For info email Rita, the nation but specifically in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, [email protected] Colorado and Arizona as well as South Dakota. He is known for the explicit detail in his paintings of cowboy life. Julie Waldner, Charlene Fleming, Steve Randall and Jim Pollock, along with Galen and a showing of Vietnam war artwork, were featured in the 2017 show. All of these artists bring rural experiences to life on canvas with brush and oil paint depicting many western, wildlife and scenery subjects. The popular show is expanding to include additional artists each year.

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DE SMET RECREATION DEPARTMENT Afternoon Admission: 21 Session: 4 & Under: Free Swimming Pool 1 pm - 4:45 pm Age 5 - 17: $1.00 The De Smet swimming pool is located on Loftus Avenue. The pool opens Sunday-Saturday Adults: $2.00 the first week in June and closes the middle of August. The pool is equipped *half-price at night* Evening Session: with a handicap chair lift for ADA accessibility. During the summer, 2 three- 7 pm - 8:45 pm Season Passes: week sessions of Red Cross swimming lessons are provided for all levels of Sunday-Friday Single - $25.00 swimmers. For more information, please call 605--854-9122 or City Hall at Family - $60.00 605-854-3731. Lessons: $20.00 Summer League & City Recreation City Sponsored Youth Activities include Boys Baseball, ages 7 – 12, and Girls Softball, ages 7 – 12 held during the summer months, soccer, volleyball and family night at the Event Center. Call, 605-854-3731, or Kristy Hubbard, 854-6060.

BASEBALL/ SOFTBALL PROGRAM: Volleyball: Roller Skating: For all ages; Boys: Ages 7 – 12; Begins in April; Ages 5th & 6th graders; Held at De Smet Event Center Ballgames played May through July September through October 2 times/month Girls: Ages 7 – 12; Begins in May; Games played June through August.

For information, See Facebook: De Smet Event and Wellness Center; Call De Smet Event Center, 605-854-6060

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Stock for sale – a one-time payment of only $100 One of De Smet’s best-kept secrets is the pristine 9-hole golf course on the southwest edge of town. With Stock Without Stock Locals love their course, and the league nights are Dues: always well attended and popular throughout the Family $410.00 $465.00 summer. Single $315.00 $365.00 College Student $125.00 One of the distinct advantages of a 9-hole course Other Student $110.00 is that fees can be kept at a minimum, people of all incomes can afford to play and get their family Golf Cart Storage: involved. The board works hard to keep fees as Gas $120.00 $150.00 low as possible, hoping that everyone can have the Electric $145.00 $175.00 opportunity to enjoy involvement. .00 .00 At home Trail Fees $70 $95 Adult League Information: Senior league - Tuesday mornings Visitor Green Fees: Women’s league - Tuesday nights .00 9 Holes $16 Men’s league - Wednesday nights .00 18 Holes $24 Couples league - Thursday nights All Day $35.00 Golfers of all abilities are welcome to join league(s) Cart Rental: and will feel comfortable regardless of their ability. 9 Holes: $9/ person The full-service restaurant and bar, a popular place all 18 Holes: $16/ person year round, becomes even busier when the golfers come All Day: $20/ person in from playing. There is a great camaraderie, and many friendships have been made in the social atmosphere on the course and in the restaurant. Toni Cleary, well-known top area chef, operates the restaurant. The golf enthusiast will appreciate Kingsbury County Country Club stats. The course is 3053 yards long from the back tees, a Par 36 course with a men’s rating 34.4 and slope 111. Forward tee distance is 2870 yards, a Women’s Par of 37 with a rating 35.9 and slope 120. Come enjoy a great course that locals have long been proud of and are eager to share with the new or 1/2 Price on dues experienced, casual or serious golfers of all ages and for first year backgrounds. Come see for yourself. Relax. Enjoy your membership round, try out the great food and meet some new friends.

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Welcome to the “Little Town on the Prairie!” The De Smet School District is honored to be a part of a progressive community that is proud of its past and excited about its future. De Smet is truly a great place to live and raise a family. Our Future Rests in Our Youth! We strive to offer a curriculum that empowers our students to become life-long learners and contributing members of society. Our course offerings reflect a wide range of opportunities for individuals to explore interests while providing all coursework necessary to pursue a higher education. We encourage you to stop by anytime for a tour and inquire about our various programs. Our school has a rich tradition of success academically. We are so proud!!!! De Smet High School scored in the top five percent of South Dakota Schools on SD Dept of Education Report Card for 2016-17 school year.

• De Smet High School rated “Exemplary!” • Students’ ACT and standardized test scores are consistently above state and national averages. • Our students compete very favorably in academic competition in the areas of math and science. Abi Van Regenmorter Sup’t of Schools PreK-12 Enrollment – 320 Students Class Sizes – Range btw. 16 and 34 Students Avg. Class Size – 23 Students Student-to-Teacher Ratio – 10:1 This atmosphere provides enough opportunity to create a community of learners while remaining small enough to allow for individualized instruction! Extra–Curricular Offerings Successful drama & oral interp groups, cheerleading, student council, state and nationally competitive FFA and FCCLA Chapters, yearbook, band & pep band, chorus, award winning show choir and art department, football, volleyball, cross country, wrestling, basketball, golf, and track. De Smet has won multiple district, regional and state championships among our teams! We are proud of our new Athletic Complex, including a new football field and track, providing outstanding facilities for our students. Located centrally between Brookings, Huron and Watertown, De Smet offers a relatively quick access to the amenities of a larger community while providing an individualized education and family oriented lifestyle. We hope you’ll join us as we continue to build De Smet for the future! The Community of De Smet is excited to install a new handicap accessible playground. Fundraising has started and we hope to have the equipment available for use soon.

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 29 ‘WILDER’ PLACES CHURCHES... TO PLAY... American Lutheran Church 28 Pastor Randy Koeller Washington Park 7 411 4th Street SW • 605-854-3684 ATTRACTIONS Sunday Worship: 9:30 am - Sunday School: 10:30 am The largest city park is located 1 block north of Hwy 14 Evening Worship: 7:30 pm on 3rd Street and Harvey Dunn Ave Along with two www.americanlutherandesmet.org picnic shelters and a sand volleyball court, Washington Park boasts a large garden of annual and perennial flowers. Completed in 1985, the bridge and landscaped area was a memorial project. In 2002, many fundraisers Christian & Missionary Alliance Church 31 Pastor Marty Reynhout and generous donations helped to purchase the new 303 2nd Street SW • 605-854-3065 playground equipment. Sunday Worship: 10:15 am - Sunday School: 9:00 am Washington Park amenities include RV and tent camping Wednesday: Prayer meeting and facilities, water, electricity, a bathhouse with warm water Bible study - 7:00 pm showers, lots of shade trees, and horseshoe pits. www.desmetalliancechurch.com

Spirit Lake Presbyterian Church Camping Rates: Corner of 429th Ave and 198th St Rate w/ electricity: $9/night Sunday Worship: 10:30 am - Sunday School: 9:30 am Rate for all others: $8/night Call 605.854.3731 for more info Rose Vincent 27 St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 26 Father Baumgarten Memorial Park 512 3rd Street SW • 605-854-3564 Located two blocks west of Hwy 25 in northern De Smet, Sunday Mass: 9:00 am - Wednesday: CCD classes Rose Vincent Memorial Park hosts a basketball court, www.kingsburycatholic.org playground equipment and various perennial and annual flowers. This park was officially dedicated in 1993 and De Smet Community Church remains a peaceful place for picnicking and playing. The 29 Pastor Jim Millman park features a popular, new disc golf course which was Hwy 14 W • 605-854-3627 purchased through community fundraisers and installed Sunday Worship: 9:00 am in the spring of 2010. New playground equipment was www.desmetsharedministry.com installed in 2014 with City and private donations. 4-H Park & County 30 United Methodist Church Fairgrounds Pastor Kris Larson 25 301 3rd Street SW • 605-854-3149 The 4-H Park is conveniently located across the street Sunday Worship: 9:30 am from the start of the Laura Ingalls Wilder tour. It is also www.desmetsharedministry.com adjacent to the Kingsbury County Fairgrounds. This small city park has a picnic shelter and new playground equipment. The building located on the grounds is Prairie Baptist Church available for family get-togethers and social events. 40 201 2nd Street & SD Hwy 25 Sunday Worship: 3 pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7 pm

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American Lutheran Church Pastor Randy Koeller 411 4th Street SW • 605-854-3684 Sunday Worship: 9:30 am - Sunday School: 10:30 am Evening Worship: 7:30 pm ‘Wilder’ Wildlife www.americanlutherandesmet.org Hunting & Fishing Supplies / Services... De Smet is a favorite annual retreat for hunters and fishermen from across the nation and is one of South Dakota’s most popular hunting Christian & Missionary Alliance Church and fishing destinations. It is often called “Pheasant Country”. Pheasants, ducks, geese and deer are popular game that can be hunted Pastor Marty Reynhout in the area. Pheasant season opens on the third Saturday in October (October 20, 2018). Each spring and fall the skies are filled with 303 2nd Street SW • 605-854-3065 thousands of snow, blue and Canada geese as they pass through on their seasonal migration. Every pond, slough and lake becomes a resting spot for the ducks and geese. Sunday Worship: 10:15 am - Sunday School: 9:00 am Wednesday: Prayer meeting and For the fishing enthusiasts, several lakes in area provide a great fishing experience. The open waters Lake Thompson is just eight miles from Bible study - 7:00 pm De Smet. It is well-liked for its beautiful campground, pleasant amenities, great fishing and large water area. Even if the boat ramp parking lot is overflowing with vehicles, anglers might not run into another boat on the lake because it is so spacious. It is full of Northern Pike, www.desmetalliancechurch.com Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Perch and Crappies. Ice fishing is a popular winter pastime here as well with over 10,000 fisherman visiting in December 2013 alone. A variety of stores offer hunting and fishing gear and guide services are available.Hunting and fishing licenses and supplies can be purchased at the two gas stations on Highway 14 - The Mainstop and The Cowboy. Spirit Lake Presbyterian Church For a complete list of regulations and fees, refer to www.gfp.sd.gov, SD GFP OUTDOORS app for iOS and Corner of 429th Ave and 198th St android phones, or contact the SD Department of Game, Fish & Parks district office in Huron 605-353-7145. Sunday Worship: 10:30 am - Sunday School: 9:30 am Lake Thompson - Kingsbury County Spink Deuel Clark Hamlin Map Creation: October, 2002 Sonar Survey: June, 2002 6 Beadle Kingsbury Brookings Lake Thompson Shoreline: Landsat 7, August 2000 Jerauld Sanborn Miner Lake Moody

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Lake Area: 12,455 acres Maximum Depth: 26 ft Aurora Located eight miles southeast of De Smet. Lake Thompson is the second-largest natural glacial lake in South Dakota. This 16,236-acreDavison lakeHanson McCook Minnehaha Mean Depth: 14.5 ft Father Baumgarten is filled with Northern Pike, Walleye, Perch and Crappies. Shoreline Development. Index: 2.6 512 3rd Street SW • 605-854-3564 Bird watching is also a popular pastime at Lake Thompson. Many enthusiasts South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Sunday Mass: 9:00 am - Wednesday: CCD classes SDSU Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences have spotted Sanderling, Ruddy Turnstone, Marbled and Hudsonian State Park www.kingsburycatholic.org Godwits, Wilson’s Phalarope, waterfowl, shorebirds in migration and Ross’ r Geese with huge flocks of Snow Geese. De Smet Community Church Lake Thompson Recreation Area offers 103 campsites, four cabins and a r 212 five-bedroom group rental lodge perfect for hunters, fisherman or reunions. r Pastor Jim Millman A playground, beach, boat dock, two comfort stations, dump station and Hwy 14 W • 605-854-3627 fish cleaning station are also available. Roads Sunday Worship: 9:00 am r Ramps www.desmetsharedministry.com hump Spirit Lake humps 214

Located seven miles northwest of De Smet, Spirit Lake is 1,259 acres 441 ave United Methodist Church and 11 feet at its deepest point. Anglers can expect to catch a variety 215 Pastor Kris Larson of fish including Northern Pike, Walleye, White Crappie, Yellow Bullhead r 3 mile rd. 440 ave

301 3rd Street SW • 605-854-3149 and Yellow Perch. 436 ave Sunday Worship: 9:30 am r 216 www.desmetsharedministry.com Dry Lake #2 2 mile rd. 435 ave Approximately 25 miles north of De Smet, Dry Lake #2 is one of the 437 ave Prairie Baptist Church hottest lakes going for monster Master Angler yellow perch along with lots N of walleyes. This lake draws fishermen from many states who often stop in 201 2nd Street & SD Hwy 25 Oldham rd. 218 Sunday Worship: 3 pm De Smet for supplies. It is a 6,475 acre sport fishing lake with a maximum Wednesday Bible Study: 7 pm depth of 15 feet 4 inches with many other lakes in close proximity. Map of Lake Thompson Area De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 31 COMMUNITY

American Legion 32 Kingsbury County Genealogy Society The American Legion meets at 7:00 pm the first Monday of every The Kingsbury County Genealogical Society encourages knowledge month at the legion hall. Any Veteran who would like to join the of family histories and the preservation of records. Members meet at legion may contact Jim Pekron at 605-203-0136. 5 PM on the 1st Tuesday of the month at De Smet Farm Mutual. They are compiling copies of obituaries and have cemetery records. Contact Tessa Flak at 800-880-3383 or Kay Hendricks at 605-854-3276. De Smet Woodcarvers The De Smet Woodcarvers meet from 1-3 pm every Wednesday Harvey Dunn Society during the winter at the De Smet Firehall. This group of men and women welcomes newcomers, provides wood for carving, and The Harvey Dunn Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to does not require dues. Many of the members take woodcarving celebrating the work of noted artist, Harvey Dunn, who grew up locally. classes as well as subscribe to woodcarving magazines for new They also provide encouragement for artists in visual and performing ideas. The woodcarvers also do chip carving, relief carving arts. The group conducts the annual Plein Air Art event held the second and round carving. For more information, please call Lavonne Friday through Sunday in August and the De Smet Area Arts Show held Williams at 605-854-3200. the first weekend in November featuring area artists. For information, call Susan Purintun 605-854-3896 or 605-854-3176. Extension Clubs Women’s Study Club The SDSU Extension office focuses education outreach on youth (with 4-H), agriculture, farm and consumer sciences and The Women’s Study Club meets once a month at 2:00 pm Fridays community development. Please call the Extension office at 605- during the winter months. The club has been established since 1903. 854-3851 for more information. The group also helps with different education-oriented service projects.

American Legion Auxiliary Snowdrifters Any woman who is a relation of an active, retired, or deceased The Snowdrifters snowmobile club meets the third Wednesday of every veteran may join. Local dues are $20.00 for an adult membership month. The club grooms and maintains a 160-mile trail that covers De and $4.00 for child membership. The Legion Auxiliary awards Smet to Oldham to Ramona, which includes Lake Preston to Arlington local scholarships for any member or any member’s son or and Lake Poinsett to Bryant up to Willow Lake and as far west as daughter who graduates from high school. For more information Iroquois. Dues are only $30.00 for fun and enjoyment. For more and meeting times, please contact Karen Brown at 605-203-1135 information, please contact Diane Hiles at 605-854-3660. or 605-854-3057. De Smet Community Women Order of the Eastern Star This non-profit, service group meets once a month. It raises money to The Order of the Eastern Star meets at the Masonic Temple on support the Kingsbury County Food Pantry, Meals on Wheels, Women’s Main Street the fourth Monday of June, August, September, Abuse Shelter in Brookings, De Smet Community Faith Nurse Program, October and November. They also meet the second and fourth and scholarships for local high school students. They organize Monday of March and April, and the second Monday of May. community events and projects as fundraisers. For more information, For more information, please contact Shirley Lenz. please contact Helen Janish 605-203-0077.

32 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 COMMUNITY PEO Kingsbury County Cancer Care The International Chapter of the PEO sisterhood meets 15 times a This non-profit organization was formed to help our friends and year. This members-only organization supports five philanthropies. neighbors with monetary support in their time of need. Various The group that began in 1920 raises money for educated-based loans, teams sponsor fundraising events throughout the year. For more scholarships and college support. The mission of PEO is to educate information or to become part of this worthy group, call Sharon women and to motivate each other to achieve our highest aspirations. Peterson 605-854-3394. For more information, please contact Tristin Gruenhagen at 605-854-9021. Beef Bucks South Dakota based non-profit organization, Beef Bucks, Inc., was Senior Meals recently a gift tag prize on America’s #1 game show – Wheel of Fortune. Their purpose is to promote the beef industry and consumer Meals are prepared and fed to senior citizens ages 60 plus at Ward’s education. The main office of Beef Bucks, Inc. is located in De Smet. Store Monday through Friday every week at 11:00 AM. The cost is Beef Bucks certificates may be purchased. These are excellent gifts $3.60. Meals are also delivered to those needing home delivery at for any occasion. For more information, contact Nancy Montross, the same cost. Anyone desiring a meal for that day should call Ward’s 605-854-3502. Store, 605-854-3688, by 10:00 AM. This program is sponsored by the Interlakes Community Action Partnership. SHIINE Senior Health Information and Insurance Education (SHIINE) is a De Smet Economic federally funded program. SHIINE is not affiliated with any company Development Corporation that sells or distributes a product or service. Counselors work with individuals by advocating, informing, educating, and assisting them The De Smet Development Corporation was created as a resource for on Medicare and how to get the coverage they need, protect their existing businesses in De Smet and for the development and expansion benefits and avoid fraud. Kingsbury County Court House, 202 2nd of the economic climate of the area. It is an active group comprised SW, Robyn Flickinger at 605-929-4868 or [email protected], of local business leaders who continually seek new ideas for growth. or www.shiine.net Anyone interested in the advancement of De Smet and maintaining and improving the quality of ‘Wilder’ Life is invited to become a member. For more information, contact Rita Anderson, Director, Kingsbury County Food Pantry 605-203-0216. The mission of the food pantry is to eliminate hunger in our community and surrounding area by acquiring and distributing food to those who seek aid. We will accomplish this mission by educating, De Smet Area Arts Council empowering and enlightening the community about the issues of This new organization in De Smet brings arts and culture to the area. hunger and nutrition. The pantry is located at 221 Calumet Ave. It is They organized the annual De Smet Concert Series held at the Event open every Tuesday from 1-4pm except holidays and in bad weather. Center. For more information, contact Rita Anderson, For information or emergencies contact Robyn at 605-929 4868 605-203-0216. Inter-Lakes Community Action PTO Parent/Teacher Organization Partnership (ICAP) LIW Elementary PTO was established in 2015 with the long term goal A community based non-profit organization which serves primarily low- of raising money to place shelving in the future library for the school. income families and senior citizens in a 14 county area of East Central They strive to sponsor a monthly fundraiser or event. Annual Fundraisers South Dakota. They administer a variety of programs supported through include the “Christmas Tree Auction”, “Quarter Craze Event” and “The grants, donations, and other community resources to assist participants Wilder Run”. The PTO meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month, meetings and their communities to achieve full potential. “ICAP empowers are open to the public. For more information please contact President people to live, not just survive.” The following programs are available Traci Schoenfelder @ [email protected] or visit Facebook in Kingsbury County: 60s Plus Dining, Case Management & Protective Page “LIW Elementary PTO”. Payee Services, Early Head Start, Emergency Food and Shelter, Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Food Pantries, Garden Project, Head Start, Health Insurance Marketplace, Homeless Rent-Deposit Assistance, Masonic Lodge 34 Homeownership Education/ Foreclosure Prevention, Housing Repair- Rehabilitation, Information & Referral, Mutual Self-Help Housing, School The De Smet Masonic Lodge first met in 1883. The Masons have Supplies, Self-Help Rehabilitation, VITA, Weatherization Program. For remained strong in De Smet. Past memberships include Charles P. information, call 605-854-3701 or visit www.interlakescap.com. Ingalls, C.S.G. Fuller, George Masters and other names familiar in the books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. The present Lodge is on the corner of Calumet & Third Street. It was purchased prior to World War I. Kingsbury County Cattlemen’s Assn of SD For more information, call 605-854-3576. This active county-wide group represents and promotes the cattle industry on the local, state & national level. Call Blake Hojer, De Smet Area Chamber of Commerce 605-860-0139. The De Smet Chamber is an active group of business people promoting South Dakota Pork Producers Council De Smet. They sponsor many civic functions including Old Settler’s Day This highly respected organization is a leader advocating for (longest running celebration in SD), 4th of July, Rib Fest and other local sustainable, responsible growth of the Pork Industry that benefits our promotions. producers, consumers, and communities. Call 1-800-830-PORK; Shane For more information, contact Chamber President, Chad Kruse, Odegaard, 605-203-0302 605-854-3773.

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 33 The Tree of Donors inside the De Smet Event Center De Smet Foundations Provide Opportunity for YOU to Give COMMUNITY

De Smet was recently named ‘2017 Philanthropic Community of the Year for South Dakota’ due to all of the generous gifts by so many of you. Many have given as a family or an individual in memory of a loved one or in honor of their family or a special individual. Others contributed because they have a connection to De Smet or have enjoyed their times here and as a ‘Thank You’ for the work done by so many volunteers to keep De Smet progressive and to maintain the historical sites. Others give as a ‘Thank You’ for the outstanding education that they received from the De Smet schools and to help to maintain that high standard of excellence. The De Smet alumni have been very generous in all that they have given back to their community. We thank each and every one of you!!!! It is a value that has set De Smet apart from other communities and has allowed the community to accomplish many outstanding things that give a greater quality of life and attract new people to live in De Smet. The De Smet Foundations that rely on you contributions are all 501(c)3 non-profit organizations that give tax deductions for your gifts. De Smet Community Foundation The De Smet Community Foundation supports all community projects. Gifts may be given for specific projects that you name and/ or for community projects in general with the funds being used for projects, community organizations or the most critical needs of the area. It provides a mechanism for any person, including those of modest means, to make a lasting contribution to the De Smet area. All funds given go directly to the community projects. The Community Foundation is led by all volunteers without paid staff. Endowments in an individual or family’s name are encouraged to establish lasting legacies with planned giving. Gifts will always be administered according to your wishes. You may make charitable gifts at any time and to the charity of your choice. Contact Rita Anderson, 605-203-0216, [email protected]. View & SHARE the new De Smet video produced by Passenger Productions, sponsored by the Bush Foundation at www.desmetsd.com. De Smet Education Foundation The De Smet Education Foundation was established in 2003 for the purpose of enhancing the education of the students enrolled in the De Smet School District in the fields of academics, the arts and athletics. A few recent projects that the Foundation has generously donated to would include a sound system for the fine arts program, Makerspace supplies and equipment, Physics software and equipment, a pottery kiln for the art department, elementary software, a donation to the De Smet Event Center and many more. Contact Greg Skyberg, 605-854-3074. Avera De Smet Memorial Hospital Foundation The Avera De Smet Memorial Hospital Foundation supports the healing mission of providing care to residents in the region. The hospital has been supported by generations of individuals, families and businesses that consistently have a vision of De Smet as a vibrant community and a regional hub of business and healthcare. The new hospital is once again proof that De Smet is a small town with a big heart. The ADMH Foundation will continue to raise funds to carry on our history of providing high quality healthcare close to home. For more information or to make a donation call 605-854-6100 or stop by 306 Prairie Ave SW. Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society Donate Today and Preserve Laura’s Legacy! Now is your opportunity to be a part of the Ingalls family legacy. Your thoughtful donation enables us to share our collections and programs with visitors around the world. By helping keep the heritage alive for future generations, you can continue to be a part of the amazing history of De Smet. Your donation will support ongoing preservation of the original homes and school of Laura and her family, the display of original Ingalls-Wilder artifacts and restoring and providing comprehensive maintenance systems for buildings within the Society’s complex. For more information or to donate please call 800-880-3383 or visit www.DiscoverLaura.org Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant Society The Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant Society is a non-profit organization that has had the honor of presenting Laura Ingalls Wilder’s story nearly 50 years. Each July, visitors from around the world journey to De Smet for an outdoor theater experience on the open Dakota prairie. The Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant is a community event involving over 100 volunteers - actors, technicians, horsemen, and greeters - from De Smet and surrounding area and truly captures the can-do spirit that makes this Little Town on the Prairie a great place to live. Call 800-776-3594

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De Smet Event & Wellness Center and Sports Complex - 605-854-6060

The De Smet Event & Wellness Center has • High Intensity Training Equipment • ADA lift to stage level been open for two and one-half years and has • Ellipticals • State of the art lighting and sound system established itself as a major nucleus and THE • Treadmills The Exhibit Hall can be utilized for anything: ‘gathering place’ for the community. • Rowing machine • Tables and chairs to seat 450 We started out with an empty building and • Nu-Step • Open space for 750 standing we now have furnishings in all areas except • Others to work all major muscle groups • Dual sided stage opening into event hall our locker rooms. We have constant activity in • Children’s Play Area • Glass wall with view of sports complex the building and are busier than anyone ever The Kitchen offers: • Equipment for many indoor expected. You can stop up and see people • Counter space to Cater a meal sporting activities walking on our Avera Walkway, working out • Counter space to serve a meal The Reception Area boasts of: in our Carmon Wellness Center, playing soccer • Fully functioning kitchen amenities • Pub tables and chairs to sit and on our event hall floor, rehearsing for a dance The Conference Center West Room works for enjoy a cup of coffee recital or play in our Midstate Theater and larger meeting groups or reunions: • Seating grouping in front of fireplace Conference Room or attending a meeting or • Will hold 50 seated • Glass roll up door for oversize access viewing an art exhibit in our Conference Center • Has a drop down projection screen The Patio Area is a wonderful gathering place West or Meyer Meeting Room. • Features a fireplace for summertime events, receptions and picnics. The Meyer Meeting Room is a great space for The baseball/ softball diamond has been We have been hosts to: smaller, more intimate groups: • Wedding Receptions completed in 2017 to finish out the athletic • Will hold 25 seated complex featuring the new De Smet School • Concerts • Has a drop down projection screen • Conferences football field and track. Many regional sporting • Has entrances to the Exhibit Hall and events are held here. • Dance and Piano Recitals shares a reception area with the Theater • Annual Meetings We truly are a place where everyone can get The Avera Walkway has constant traffic together and do many different things. The full • Family and Class Reunions including: • Live Theatre Performances time staff at the Event Center is here to help you • Regular daily serious walkers in any way we can. • A Circus • Runners preparing for marathons • Wellmark Fitness Challenge • Families walking together Our community is fortunate to have so many • Art Exhibits, Craft Fairs and Art Classes • Friends walking and visiting generous individuals who saw the need, had • City Sponsored Indoor Soccer The Midstate Theater & Conference Room the vision, and made the Event & Wellness • Regional Meetings features: Center what it is today. People who live in De • MMA Events • Plush seating for 130 which allows Smet, visit De Smet or come specifically for an And much more fun… space to add 40 folding chairs event, get to experience something that cannot The Carmon Wellness Center houses 21 pieces • Huge drop down projection screen be found in most small towns. of equipment including: • Rounded front, raised stage

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 35 Local Government...

The City of De Smet operates under the aldermanic form of De Smet’s City Staff: government made up of a mayor and six council members. The council members are elected from three wards in the city and the Finance Officer...... Tracey Larson, 605-854-3731 mayor is elected at large. The mayor and council members each Deputy Finance Officer...... Karen Hansen serve a two-year term with council terms staggered, so an election is conducted every April. City Attorney...... Todd Wilkinson, 605-854-3378 Water/Wastewater Supt...... Randy Asleson The council meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 5:00 PM at the De Smet City Hall. All council meetings are open to Parks/Pool/Building Supt...... Charlie Stoddard the public. Streets/Airport/Restricted Site Supt...... Ryan Peterson COMMUNITY De Smet’s Elected Officials: Street Dept Assistant...... Curt Bau Library Director...... Mary Purintun Mayor...... Gary Wolkow Library Assistant...... Linda Reynhout Ward 1...... Jay Slater Lowell Hansen Events & Wellness Center Director...... Kristy Hubbard, 605-854-6060 Ward 2...... Don Bohn George Cavanaugh Events Center Maintenance...... Kent Munger Ward 3...... Norman Whitaker City Owned Larry Jensen Visit City Website RESTRICTED USE SITE www.cityofdesmet.com is located 3 miles South of town on Hwy 25 & 1/2 mile West.

Rates Dates of Operation (weather permitting): Water/Wastewater & Garbage Utilities - $75.00 deposit required. April...... Saturday 1-3 pm Contact City Hall. May-October...... Tues 6-8 pm & Sat 1-3 pm Weekly Residential Garbage pickup is on Tuesdays. Recycling November...... Saturday 1-3 pm pickup every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. December - March...... Closed Airport... 24 The De Smet Municipal Airport (6E5), also known as Wilder Field, located 2 1/2 miles north of De Smet on Highway 25, has a 3,700 ft paved runway and is open to air traffic 24 hours a day. New runway lighting was installed in 2006, runway surface was rejuvenated in 2008 and driveway paved in 2017. The airport is not manned, but has a pilot’s lounge located at the site. The City of De Smet (605-854-3731) provides oversight and maintenance of the facility. A new large hangar was recently constructed by the City and is available for rent.

Elevation: 1728.5 feet Latitude: 44-26.268478N Longitude: 097-33.638640W Super AWOS - Local Airport Weather CTAF (122.9) Phone: 617-262-3825

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Police... 17 Sheriff welcomes new residents It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the City of De Smet. The Kingsbury County Sheriff’s Office provides law enforcement to the City of De Smet and our mission is to protect and to serve. My deputies and I work hard to provide the residents of De Smet, and the residents of Kingsbury County, a safe place to live and raise our children. I know you will enjoy the City of De Smet and its friendly people as much as I do. This community provides many activities including recreation and schools. We are also the home of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant. I am sure you’ll like it here; welcome to the neighborhood! by Kevin M. Scotting Kingsbury County Sheriff Kevin M. Scotting 605-854-3339

Emergency Personnel... 16 Fire Department While the hours are less than desirable, the training is intense The De Smet Fire Department moved into a new facility in and the commitment can be overwhelming, the rewards of such 2011. The new 6,993 sq ft building is located on Highway 25 a group are unexplainable. The ability to help friends and adjacent to 1st street. The department is comprised of thirty local neighbors in their time of need leaves our members with a feeling volunteers and serves the city of De Smet as well as surrounding that can’t be achieved by any other means. rural areas. Each new elected volunteer attends a series of intense training classes. The firemen meet twice a month for additional training and drills.

De Smet Rescue The De Smet Rescue Unit includes a diverse group of volunteers with many different backgrounds and interests.

Through the years, the community of De Smet and the surrounding townships, have rallied behind the unit. One of the current ambulances in use is a direct “gift” of that support. This effort is to be applauded as many additional gifts and memorials continue to be received on a regular basis. A heartfelt thank you goes out for this support.

De Smet Rescue Unit De Smet Volunteer Fire Dept

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 37 Kingsbury County 11 Courthouse

As Chuck Cecil, states in his ‘Stubble Mulch’ column for the Brookings Register, “Of all the courthouse buildings in South Dakota, the one in De Smet, Kingsbury County, is the most unique and gets my vote as the most beautiful, too.”

Kingsbury County was created February 2, 1880. The County was named after brothers George W. and T.A. Kingsbury, both prominent in territorial affairs. De Smet was chosen as Kingsbury County seat on November 2,

COMMUNITY 1880. On May 30, 1882, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Keep presented the site for the courthouse.

Built in two phases, the east wing built in 1889 and the west wing in 1898, the courthouse is somewhat unusual in that a covered drive through connects the two wings. This drive through was perfect for citizens dropping by for courthouse business during the horse & buggy days, especially if they arrived in stormy weather. It was also used to safely drop off prisoners at the county jail located in the basement and since moved to a new building.

As a building on the Federal Historical Register, renovations done in 1981 focused on maintaining historic significance. These renovations included installing new “old style” doors and duplicate wood moldings and trim throughout the building. On Veterans Day 2016, the community added a memorial on the courthouse lawn that features a bronze statue to represent each branch of the military.

Kingsbury County Government

Kingsbury County Kingsbury County 4H Office: County Civil Defense Director: Government Commissioners: Mary Claire Roudabusch Cindy Bau District 1 - Joe Jensen 605-854-3851 605-854-3711 District 2 - Shelley Nelson District 3 - Delmer Wolkow County Attorney: County Abstracter: District 4 - Roger Walls Greg Gass Mark Purintun District 5 - Roger Lee 605-854-3224 605-854-3401 County Auditor: Clerk of Courts: Motor Vehicle Information: Jennifer Barnard Wendy Sand Vehicle registration and licensing 605-854-3832 605-854-3811 is done at the Kingsbury County Courthouse, located at 202 2nd Register of Deeds: Highway Superintendent: Street SE, in De Smet Caryn Hojer Dave Sorenson 605-854-3491 605-854-3591 For all County Government information call County Treasurer: Director of Equalization: 605-854-3832 Elaine Blachford Tammy Anderson 605-854-3411 605-854-3593

38 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 Community Honors... COMMUNITY 2016 INNOVATIVE COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR!

De Smet Named Innovative Community of • De Smet featured as “Midwest Town with Charm” in Florida Times Union Jan. 29, 2017 the Year for 2016 by Bush Foundation • De Smet & The Ingalls Homestead featured in “25 Best Things To The De Smet community was thrilled to be selected by the prestigious Do In South Dakota” by Vacation Idea – Dream Vacation Magazine Bush Foundation to receive the 2016 Innovative Community of • De Smet featured in a travel story about Midwest Towns With the Year Award. The Bush Foundation Prize honors and supports Charm in the Florida Times-Union newspaper – Jan. 2017. organizations with a track record of effective and equitable breakthroughs to community challenges. The winners are selected • The De Smet Community Foundation received $10,000 from the on the criteria of demonstrating a pattern of inclusive, collaborative Wellmark Foundation to assist with the construction of the new and resourceful problem solving processes that lead to innovative baseball/ softball field being constructed adjacent to the De Smet solutions. Event Center • USA TODAY selects De Smet as ‘One of the Top 20 Best South Since 2013, at least one organization in each of the three states Dakota Attractions – May of Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota is selected for this honor. Along with a monetary award of $287,971, De Smet will be • SD Arts Alive Publication highlights De Smets upcoming 150th showcased across the entire Midwest area. A video was created, birthday celebration in De Smet. and a storyteller came to De Smet in the summer of 2017 to write • Laura’s 150th Birthday Celebration received national coverage feature articles about the area. The Bush Foundation is one of the • French production crew in De Smet filming De Smet focused on the most renowned charitable foundations in the three state area. The pioneer history and how & why De Smet became established.- Oct. Bush Foundation staff were impressed with the spirit and passion • De Smet selected as ‘Feature Community’ for SD State Fair of the De Smet community as well as the major accomplishments in Horticulture Building Display –Sept. the past few years. This will allow De Smet to be showcased as the • Wards Store featured on KSFY-TV as A Restaurant & Coffee Shop community where you want to live with the small town atmosphere to Visit. and a great place to raise a family and still have the amenities of the larger communities. • A $5,000 grant was received from the Minnesota Twins for our baseball/ softball field project. Smithsonian Magazine selected De Smet as “One of the Best 20 Small Towns In USA to Visit in 2017” Tree City USA The prestigious Smithsonian Magazine set out on a quest to find 20 De Smet has been named a Tree City USA by the National Arbor great slice-of-life small towns full of unique flavor and they consulted Day Foundation for 18 years in a row. Tree City USA began as the geographical information company, ERSI, to identify towns full of a 1976 Bicentennial project to recognize US towns and cities local culture, history and natural beauty. De Smet was honored to be that develop comprehensive urban forestry programs. There are chosen amongst them. thousands of Tree City communities across the US and De Smet is one of 33 in South Dakota. 2017 National Recognition for De Smet Ward’s Store named one of the ‘7 charming General • Governor Daugaard proclaimed February 7,2017 as “Laura Stores in South Dakota’ that will make you feel nostalgic by Ingalls Wilder Day in De Smet” from the State Capitol. This date was ‘Only In Your State’ on Facebook. in recognition of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s legacy on her 150th birthday. MSN.COM named De Smet as the ‘Cutest Town in South • Named one of 10 Most Charming Small Towns in South Dakota, Dakota’ in December, 2017 by onlyinyourstate.com. This announcement brought a huge Facebook appearance, with the comment “This town is full of historical character. De Smet is truly the little town on the prairie...”

De Smet Volunteer of Jean Wilkinson Cork and Illdena De Smet Named the Year Award Wins Esteemed Poppen ‘Philanthropic Community of Sharry Knock receives the ‘2017 Spirit of “They were instrumental in the Year For South Dakota’! 2017 De Smet Volunteer of the Dakota Award’! making the LIW pageant The South Dakota Chapter of the Association of Year Award from Mayor Gary This award honors one a reality & have played Fundraisng Professionals has awarded De Smet Wolkow. Sharry, a retired school woman whose leadership, important roles in the show the prestigious honor of being named the ‘2017 teacher, has spent countless courage, strength of every year since.” Philanthropic Community of The Year’ for South hours volunteering with area character & community Dakota. Receiving the award were Laird Beck, Tracey organizations and Board of commitment illustrates the Larsen, Sharry Knock, Jason Baszler & Rita Anderson Director positions. best of SD women. representing various De Smet organizations.

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Library 9

Mr. Loftus, a well-known merchant, was a man who valued Three computers, connected to wireless internet, are books and his store became De Smet’s first lending library. available for public use. Microfilm of the De Smet News and In 1926, the Mother’s Club helped to establish a lending Iroquois Chief newspapers are available for research. With library by contacting the South Dakota State Library for an assigned library card, you can download audiobooks help. The Mother’s Club members circulated books from and e-books at home free. their homes. The home circulation method was replaced in 1928 by a library corner in Brewer’s Variety Store. Striving to spark the love of reading in all ages, the library hosts book discussions, a First Library Card program and a During the depression, the library expanded. The library Summer Reading program. Library Book Bingo is enjoyed was moved into city hall, where it remained for 31 years. by adults from January to April. Area Day Care providers After the library had outgrown city hall, two prominent De are a part of the ‘Read with Me’ Book Bags program. Smet families donated land to build a library. The library In the past, the library received a four-star rating in the moved to its current location at 102 1st St NE in 1968. Library Journal Ratings Index. Members of the city council renamed the library in 1981 when it became the Hazel L. Meyer Memorial Library. Once Visitors will enjoy viewing the Laura Ingalls Wilder again outgrowing the space a new children’s addition was memorabilia featured in a display case and four original added in 2003. Harvey Dunn paintings owned by the library and a fifth Dunn painting, which is owned by the local American Mary Purintun, director, has enjoyed working at the library Legion. since 1998 and Linda Reynhout, assistant librarian, has enjoyed her position since 2002. The library serves the Library hours are 12:30 to 5:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday, people of De Smet and surrounding communities ranging in Thursday and Friday and 12:30 to 6:00 pm on Wednesday. all ages from infants to senior citizens. The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday year round. Call us at 605-854-3842 or email [email protected] for The library has continued to grow from its beginning, further information. starting with a few books on a shelf at the Variety Store to Stop in and check out the great selection of books, look at presently over 23,000 books, as well as videos, audios, the displays, surf the internet or just come in and relax. We large printed books, DVD’s for adults and children and look forward to meeting you. magazines.

40 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 Sharing God’s Love... GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY

Since opening our doors in May of 1968, the Good Samaritan Society- De Smet has worked hard to make sure our residents, families, and staff feel loved, valued, and at peace. Good Samaritan Society- De Smet focuses on providing the highest quality of care and life for our residents. Our homelike environment is created by providing delicious meals, ample activities, privacy, clean rooms, and excellent service.

Our resident’s don’t live where we work, we work where they live. Good Samaritan Society- De Smet, a place we call home, and people we call family.

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 41 COMMUNITY De Smet Community Health Center 14

Since opening in 1997, Horizon Health Care’s De Smet Not every community can have a CHC. Only communities Community Health Center (CHC) and De Smet Dental Clinic with a high-need for access to health care based on core have proven to be a great example of what a CHC does for barriers like provider ratios, poverty level and percent of a community. uninsured qualify to have a CHC. Also known as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), a Community Health “Our main focus is to offer quality medical and dental care Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation that delivers that is accessible to the community as a whole,” said John primary medical, dental, and mental health services in Mengenhausen, CEO of Horizon Health Care, Inc. medically underserved areas. Horizon receives Federal Community Health Center grant funding from the Bureau Situated in a brand new 9,500 square foot clinic on the of Primary Health Care, a division of U.S. Department of northeast corner of Wilder Pass and Prairie Avenue, De Smet Health and Human Services. This funding allows Horizon to CHC provides patients with personalized, affordable, high- offset the costs of providing reduced patient fees through its quality health care services. Sliding Fee Program.

The De Smet CHC provides a wide range of health services. “Community Health Centers (CHCs) are not a one-size fits all These include family medicine, women’s health, chronic health care facility, but offer a unique set of services based disease management, preventative health, behavioral health, on the needs of the community and patient population,” urgent care and lab services. Mengenhausen explains. “Horizon’s mission in De Smet “Building this brand new clinic solidifies our commitment is the same as it has been for over 35 years across South to the De Smet community,” said Mengenhausen. “We Dakota: to provide access to personalized, affordable, high appreciated the opportunity to work with the City of De Smet quality primary healthcare to the community as a whole.” on this exciting project which allows us to provide De Smet Horizon Health Care has been serving the medical, dental with high quality, affordable medical, behavioral, and oral and mental health needs of South Dakotans for over 35 health care for many years to come.” years. With a health care network of 18 CHCs and Dental On the dental side of the CHC, De Smet Dental Clinic offers Clinics across the state, Horizon’s focus is on providing services such as digital intraoral panoramic x-rays, full access to comprehensive health care services, as well family oral health services, including preventative care and as financial assistance resources to all members of the restorative dentistry. The clinic is staffed with two full-time communities it serves. dentists and two hygienists. Horizon’s De Smet Community Health Center is open Horizon’s De Smet CHC and De Smet Dental Clinic offer Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 5 pm and financial assistance for both medical and dental care Saturday from 9 am to noon. Walk-ins and appointments are through the Sliding Fee Program. Patients who qualify welcome. De Smet Dental Clinic is open Monday through benefit from reduced prices on office visits and other services Friday from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm to 6 pm. provided on site. Horizon also accepts most health insurance For more information, please call 605.854.3455 or visit and patients may qualify for Sliding Fee even if they have www.horizonhealthcare.org. insurance coverage.

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When answers do not come easily, ask for help. An open hand is available to provide guidance, comfort, and spiritual support.

As a Health Counselor, the Faith Community Nurse meets with the community members to confidentially discuss and listen to personal concerns that are physical, H relational, emotional, or spiritual. She/he provides spiritual support to the home-bound and ill through visitation, prayer and various means of contact.

As a Health Educator, the FCN will help to promote an understanding of the relationship between health, healing, faith, E and well-being.

As an Advocate, the FCN empowers the people to make good choices by helping them to better understand the issue or condition and by teaching good health A practices.

As a Liaison to Faith and Health Resource, the FCN can serve as a De Smet Community Health Center referral source to other agencies in the 401 Prairie Ave SW • 605.854.3455 community as well as, supply information De Smet Dental Services L about healing and wellness. 401 Prairie Ave SW • 605.854.3444

As a Teacher and Facilitator of Volunteers, the FCN guides and empowers volunteers with natural gifts Medical Services to reach out to those in need. Through Family Medicine • Immunizations • Lab Services • X-ray T volunteer support, the gifts and impact of Women’s Health • Behavioral Health • Preventative Medicine the ministry will be multiplied. Dental Services As a Healer and Clarifier of the Dental Hygiene • Sealants • Extractions • Root Canal Treatments link between Faith and Health, , Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry • Dentures, Crowns & Bridges the FCN will work with the pastor to help church members bring together aspects H of faith and health and how they relate to one another. We accept ALL PATIENTS of ALL AGES! Austie Albrecht, RN FCN (605) 203-3370 We accept all major insurance plans, [email protected] plus those on Medicaid, Medicare, https://www.facebook.com/DeSmetFCN/ with or without insurance. Call/Email for appointment or referral. Sliding Fee Discounts Available! Office Hours vary with community needs.

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Avera De Smet Memorial Hospital 14 Completes Renovations

More efficient and patient-friendly “The community is proud, and they Convenience of access and ideal with state-of-the-art health care for all showed that pride in support of the space-use and services mean the – these key goals were accomplished campaign as well as the fruition of our hospital is ready to care for patients through a $5.4 million upgrade project updated facility,” said Steph Reasy, now and for decades to come. completed in January 2018 at Avera Avera De Smet Memorial Hospital John A. Berg, MD James Nielsen, MD De Smet Memorial Hospital. Administrator. “Our area residents For more information on the Family Practice Family Practice have always had pride in the staff, and services available at ADMH, For more than a century, the hospital now we have the services, equipment call 605-854-3329 or stop by has served those in need, and now and space to match. It’s the whole 306 Prairie Avenue SW. it offers a range of new services package, and bolsters the and improvements. The multi-phased appreciation we all share.” effort included the remodeling of two emergency rooms as well as Reasy thanks the many the generous the hospital’s inpatient wing of donors who ensured future generations private rooms. will benefit from quality care in De Smet. A robust radiology department was Jennifer Anderson, DNP Jill Hoek, PA-C added that includes CT and ultrasound “This project is a game-changing services, while expanded cardiac and example of success for our community physical therapy areas were developed and region,” said James Nielsen, allowing more patients to receive this MD, the hospital’s Chief of Staff. important care. The project included “With our own radiology services, full appearance and infrastructure improved therapy areas and better improvements as well as a new shared access, we take pride in what’s been clinic and hospital entrance. Access accomplished, and so too do patients. to the emergency department also They have certainly taken note of the was improved. fact this building and its services are up to 2018 standards of care.” Lorinda Holland, CNP Rhonda Siver, DNP

306 Prairie Ave. SW De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet Memorial 605-854-6100 Hospital

44 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 John A. Berg, MD James Nielsen, MD JohnJohnFamily A. A. Berg, Berg,Practice MD MD JamesJamesFamily Nielsen, Nielsen, Practice MD MD JohnFamilyFamily A. Practice Berg,Practice MD JamesFamilyFamily Nielsen, Practice Practice MD Family Practice Family Practice

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Lorinda Holland, CNP Rhonda Siver, DNP LorindaLorinda Holland, Holland, CNP CNP RhondaRhonda Siver, Siver, DNP DNP Lorinda Holland, CNP Rhonda Siver, DNP 306 Prairie Ave. SW 306306 Prairie Prairie Ave. Ave. SW SW 306De Smet, Prairie SD Ave. 57231 SW DeDe Smet, Smet, SD SD 57231 57231 De Smet Memorial De 605-854-6100Smet, SD 57231 DeDe Smet Smet Memorial MemorialHospital 605-854-6100605-854-6100 De Smet MemorialHospitalHospital 605-854-6100 Hospital

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 45 De Smet Development Corporation

With wonderful hometown hospitality and historic charm, we feel De Smet is the perfect place to call home. We hope that you will come to see us and experience De Smet to realize that our community is a good choice for starting or relocating a business, beginning or continuing a career, raising your family…or even just to retire and relax.

Rewards: If you know of a business that is looking for a new “Welcome to De Smet, place to locate, or a family looking for a new place to call home – we’ll make it worth your time! Email us a tip that results in a where the new frontiers business, family, or individual locating in De Smet and we will reward your effort. More information is available on our website. of today meet the Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions regarding historic life of the past.” available buildings or properties, job opportunities, homes, ideas for businesses or anything about De Smet.

-- Rita Anderson | Economic Development Director | De Smet Development Corporation PO Box 42, De Smet SD 5723 | 605-854-9011 (office) | [email protected]

DEVELOPMENTDe Smet Businesses have a Rich Tradition of Longevity and Success

Wilkinson Law Firm 134 YEARS This law firm was established in 1884 as Warren & Warren and they have continued to be an important part of De Smet’s community. Purintun Abstract is 112 Years Joseph Purintun opened the Abstract office in 1906. It has remained in the family with his son, Alan (Dolly), taking over the operation, to now his grandson Mark. Lyle Signs of De Smet celebrated their 100 years of business in 2012. De Smet News – 137 Years of Service

We Salute These Businesses For Over 100 Years of Service

O’Keefe Implement De Smet Farm Mutual Insurance O’Keefe Implement is a family owned and operated business that Company of South Dakota was established in 1916 by J.E. O’Keefe and his brother Pat. De Smet Farm Mutual Insurance Company of South Dakota has a long Originally located in Yale, South Dakota. They relocated due to and consistent history of providing insurance coverage for the people the depression of the “Dirty Thirties” to a location near De Smet, of South Dakota since 1916. De Smet Farm Mutual was formed by a South Dakota. J.E. operated O’Keefe Implement in the Pearson’s old small group of farmers when the large, insurance companies weren’t livery barn. This livery barn is mentioned in the Laura Ingalls Wilder interested in coming to the prairies of South Dakota to write insurance. books. The business continued in the livery barn until 1990. The Company formed by South Dakotans to serve South Dakota from South Dakota. In 1994, O’Keefe Implement purchased the Case IH store in Brookings, SD and operates under the name Brookings Equipment De Smet Farm Mutual Insurance Company has realized substantial in the Brookings Ag Plaza. The dealerships offer a complete line of growth over the years. This financially strong company features Case-IH farm equipment, precision farming parts and service, along homeowners, farm owners and automobile insurance as competitively with Artic Cat ATVs, UTVs, numerous short line farm equipment and priced policyholder services. Ford Motor Company vehicles in De Smet.

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ACCOUNTING/ FINANCIAL Prairie Ag Partners East Line Supply NAPA SERVICES / TAX PREPARERS 107 Prairie Ave NW 43186 US Hwy 14 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 Dakotaland Financial Services 605-854-9203 605-854-9070 Dakotaland FCU www.napaonline.com Jct Hwy 14 & 25 ANTIQUES De Smet SD 57231 Mr. Bill’s Car Wash 605-854-5959 De Smet Trading Company Jct Hwy 25 & 14 [email protected] 203 Calumet Ave SW De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-5999 605-854-3652 Rhonda S Siefker, EA desmettrading.com 20135 436th Ave O’Keefe Implement & Ford De Smet SD 57231 APARTMENTS 324 Calumet Ave • PO Box F 605-860-8217 De Smet, SD 57231 Bee Hive Apartments 605-854-9146 [email protected] 226 Calumet Ave De Smet, SD 57231 Palmlund Automotive Wilkinson & Wilkinson Law 605-854-3426 103 Joliet Ave SE • PO Box 29 105 2nd St SW De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 Calumet Townhomes 605-854-3378 605-854-3900,203-0900 South Calumet Ave www.Facebook.com/PalmlundAutomotive De Smet, SD 57231 AGRICULTURAL 605-854-3213 R & A Body Shop Legend Seeds PO Box 51 E Hwy 14 • PO Box 241 Coughlin Apartments De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 314 Hwy 14 605-854-3446 605-854-3346 De Smet, SD 57231 www.legendseeds.net Randy’s Service Center Denman Apartments 301 Hwy 14 E • PO Box 457 Midstate Agronomy 202 1st St N De Smet, SD 57231 Hwy 14 N • PO Box 10 De Smet, SD57231 605-854-3041 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9179 605-854-9282 Rich’s Gas & Service www.midstateagronomy.com Michael’s Apartments 110 2nd St SW • PO Box 66 310 1st St NW De Smet, SD 57231 O’Keefe Implement De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9155 324 Calumet Ave • PO Box F 605-854-6004 De Smet, SD 57231 Scott’s Auto Body 605-854-9146 Prairie Park 43608 200th St www.brookingsequipment.com 408 Calumet Ave De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9117 USDA Service Agency 605-854-3213 200 Joliet Ave T -N-T Auto Salvage De Smet, SD 57231 White Willow Estates De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9123 106 1st St NE 605-203-0135,605-203-0185 www.fsa.usda.gov De Smet, SD 57231 605-203-0977 BAKERY Redstone Feeders AUTOMOTIVE (Manchester) Subway 20143 440th Ave Complete Automotive Hwy 25 & 14 • PO Box 197 Lake Preston, SD 57249 43194 Hwy 14 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9009 Soil Conservation Service 605-854-3174 PO Box 137 Wards Store De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet Welding & Machine 127 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box P 43196 Hwy 14 De Smet, SD 57231 Wilkinson Angus Ranch De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3688 20143 440 Ave 605-854-3754 Lake Preston, SD 57249

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BANKING Gary Lenz Construction 20733 432 Ave BRIDAL American Bank & Trust De Smet, SD 57231 212 Calumet Ave • PO Box 150 605-203-0203 Black Tie Floral & Gift De Smet, SD 57231 109 4th St • PO Box 386 605-854-3321 Hawkins Painting De Smet, SD 57231 www.americanbanktrust.net 504 4th St SW 605-854-3652 De Smet, SD 57231 www.blacktiefloral.com Dakotaland Federal Credit Union 605-854-0192, 605-860-1439 Jct Hwy 14 & 25 De Smet Flowers & Gifts 207 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 464 De Smet, SD 57231 Holland Construction De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-5959 201 Chase St 605-854-3773 www.dakotalandfcu.com De Smet, SD 57231 605-203-0167 www.desmetflowers.com BARBERS & BEAUTY PARLORS Johnson Sand & Gravel CABLE & INTERNET DEVELOPMENT Bernie’s Barber Shop 105 Andrews Ave SW 219 1/2 Calumet Ave • PO Box 106 De Smet, SD 57231 Mediacom De Smet, SD 57231 804 3rd St SW 605-854-3201 Kingsbury Electric Cooperative De Smet, SD 57231 Inc. 855-633-4226 Leigh Marie Salon 311 Hwy 14 • PO Box 126 www.mediacomcable.com 113 2nd St SE De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3522 CenturyLink 605-854-3255 www.kec-sd.coop 418 Front St NE

BUILDING & De Smet, SD 57231 Le Roy Roth CONTRACTING 800-244-1111 Bucket Truck Service www.centurylink.com Bau Plumbing & Heating 605-854-3911, 605-860-1243 302 Olivet Ave SE • PO Box 412 SDN Communications De Smet, SD 57231 Nichols Fencing 800-247-1442 605-854-9189 605-695-4743, 605-860-8886 www.sdncommunications.com [email protected] Barrett’s Furniture CAMPING 301 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 18 Palmlund Sales & Service De Smet, SD 57231 309 1st St SW City of De Smet De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9377 218 Calumet Ave • PO Box 70 605-854-3942 De Smet, SD 57231 Castlerock Construction 605-854-3731 508 Front St NW Schubloom Construction Inc. www.desmetsd.com De Smet, SD 57231 20610 Hwy 25 605-854-3960 De Smet, SD 57231 Ingalls Homestead www.castlerockcci.com 605-854-3785,605-854-3860 20812 Homestead RD Consolidated Redi-Mix De Smet, SD 57231 Smith’s Lumber 800-776-3594/ 605-854-3984 Industrial Park 112 1st St NW • PO Box 78 www.ingallshomestead.com PO Box 45 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3205 605-854-3392 Jerry’s Country Estates www.gccuse.com/readymix 21512 436th Ave • 526 Hwy 25 S Trustworthy Hardware De Smet, SD 57231 206 Calumet Ave • PO Box 425 De Smet Welding & Machine 605-854-3243 De Smet, SD 57231 43196 Hwy 14 • PO Box 109 605-854-3642 De Smet, SD 57231 Lake Thompson Rec Area 605-854-3754 21176 Flood Club Rd

Wallen Construction Inc. Lake Preston, SD 57249 405 Olivet Ave SE Don Irvin Construction 605-847-4893 De Smet, SD 57231 205 Hwy 25 N • PO Box 343 gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/directory/ 605-203-1020 De Smet, SD 57231 lake-thompson/campsites 605-854-3596

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Marten’s Campground Doris Poppen Daycare FITNESS 605-860-1656 / 605-861-9977 411 1st St SW De Smet, SD 57231 Darcie Lee Yoga Northshore Lodging & 605-854-3451 www.darcieleeyoga.com Campground Facebook.com/DarcieLeeYoga Lake Thompson Janet Flood Daycare [email protected] 605-690-5729 43529 206 St De Smet Event & Wellness [email protected] De Smet, SD 57231 Center 605-854-9118 Paul’s Landing & Resort 705 Ingalls Ave 21105 Hwy 25 De Smet SD 57231 Stephie’s Place Kids De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-6060 605-854-3100 601 1st St NW De Smet, SD 57231 SPOT 605-854-9076 The Get Fit Inc 305 Hwy 14 E 113 2nd St SE • PO Box 48 De Smet, SD 57231 Jackie’s Jumping Jelly Beans De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9300 605-854-3982 114 Front St De Smet, SD 57231 CHURCHES 605-854-2024 FLORISTS

American Lutheran CLOTHING Black Tie Floral & Gift 411 4th St SW 109 4th St • PO Box 386 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet Flowers & Gifts De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3684 207 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 464 605-854-3652 www.americanlutherandesmet.org De Smet, SD 57231 www.blacktiefloral.com 605-854-3773 Christian & Missionary www.desmetflowers.com De Smet Flowers & Gifts Alliance 207 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 464 303 2nd St SW Ward’s Store De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 127 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box P 605-854-3773 605-854-3065 De Smet, SD 57231 www.desmetflowers.com www.desmetalliancechurch.com 605-854-3688 FUNERAL SERVICES De Smet Community Church CONVENIENCE STORES Hwy 14 West

De Smet, SD 57231 Osthus Funeral Home Cowboy Country Store 208 3rd St SW • PO Box 120 605-854-3927 104 Hwy 14 E • PO Box 467 www.desmetsharedministry.com De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3581 605-854-3553 Prairie Baptist Church www.osthusfuneral.com 201 2nd St & SD Hwy 25 De Smet, SD 57231 The General Store FURNITURE & 405 Calumet Ave • PO Box 2 HOUSEWARES St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic De Smet, SD 57231 Barrett’s 512 3rd St SW 605-854-3871 301 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 18 De Smet, SD 57231 www.desmetoxbow.com/generalstore De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9961 605-854-9377 www.kingsburycatholic.org The Main Stop barrettsdesigncenter.com HWY 14 • PO Box 16 United Methodist De Smet, SD 57231 Black Tie Floral & Gift 301 3rd St SW 605-854-9200 De Smet, SD 57231 109 4th St • PO Box 386 605-854-3149 De Smet, SD 57231 www.desmetsharedministry.com EMPLOYMENT 605-854-3652 www.blacktiefloral.com CHILD CARE SD Dept. of Labor 101 2nd St SE De Smet Trading Company Ann Feltman Daycare De Smet, SD 57231 203 Calumet Ave SW 310 Olivet Ave 605-854-3309 605-854-5999 De Smet, SD 57231 www.dol.sd.gov/localoffices/Brookings desmettrading.com 605-854-3171

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Dollar General Dollar General GOLF COURSE 301 US Hwy 14 E 301 US Hwy 14 E De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 Kingsbury County 605-854-9025 605-854-9025 Country Club 611 7th St SW Prairie Town Gifts The General Store De Smet, SD 57231 218 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 453 405 Calumet Ave • PO Box 2 605-854-3134 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3611 605-854-3871 GOVERNMENT www.desmetoxbow.com/generalstore Trustworthy Hardware City of De Smet Ingalls Homestead 206 Calumet Ave • PO Box 425 106 Calumet Ave • PO Box 70 20812 Homestead RD De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3642 605-854-3731 605-854-3984 www.cityofdesmet.com

DEVELOPMENT Warne’s Appliance Laura Ingalls Wilder 217 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 21 De Smet City Pool Society Gift Store De Smet, SD 57231 513 Loftus Ave SW 103 Olivet Ave SE 605-854-3821 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9122 GAS STATIONS 605-854-3383

De Smet Library Cowboy Country Store Lewis Family Drug 102 1st St NE 104 Hwy 14 E • PO Box 467 107 Calumet Ave • PO Box 477 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3842 605-854-3553 605-854-3432 www.lewisdrug.com The Main Stop Kingsbury County 202 2nd St SE Hwy 14 • PO Box 16 Prairie Town Gifts De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 218 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 453 605-854-3833 605-854-9200 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3611 Rich’s Gas & Service Kingsbury County Sheriff 204 2nd St SE 110 2nd St SW • PO Box 66 ReImagine ReMade De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 310 Amoret Ave 605-854-3339 605-854-9155 De Smet, SD 57231 www.kingsbury.sdcounties.org/sheriff 605-854-9335 GIFTS Facebook: Reimagine Remade South Dakota Army Nat’l Guard Barrett’s Furniture Wilder Welcome Center 403 3rd St SW 301 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 18 201 Calumet Ave • PO Box 88 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3762 605-854-9377 605-854-6012 www.wilderwelcomecenter.com Black Tie Floral U.S. Postal Service 119 Calumet Ave 109 4th St Trustworthy Hardware De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 206 Calumet Ave • PO Box 425 605-854-3440 605-854-3652 De Smet, SD 57231 www.blacktiefloral.com 605-854-3642 USDA Service Agency 200 Joliet Ave De Smet Flowers & Gifts Warne’s Appliance De Smet, SD 57231 207 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 464 217 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 21 605-854-9123 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3773 605-854-3821 www.desmetflowers.com Kingsbury Co Emergency Serv. Ward’s Store & Bakery 206 2nd St SW De Smet Trading Company 127 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box P De Smet, SD 57231 203 Calumet Ave SW De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3711 605-854-5999 605-854-3688 desmettrading.com

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GREENHOUSES Good Samaritan Center Prairie Retreat 411 Calumet Ave NE 43008 195th St Jessers Greenhouse De Smet, SD 57231 Bryant, SD 57221 Behind Trustworthy 605-854-3327 605-625-5085 De Smet, SD 57231 www.good-sam.com www.prairieretreat.com 605-546-2571 De Smet Dental HUNTING & FISHING Poinsett Gardens Horizon Health Care GUIDE SERVICE 117 2nd St SE 401 Prairie Ave SW • PO Box 49 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9300 605-854-3444 Aurora Pheasant Hunts www.horizonhealthcare.org PO Box 89 GROCERY STORES De Smet, SD 57231 605-203-044 In Touch Massage The General Store 102 1st St NW www.aurorapheasant.com 405 Calumet Ave • PO Box 2 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9141 J & R Pheasant Hunts 605-854-3871 21029 431st Ave De Smet, SD 57231 Lewis Family Drug Dollar General 107 Calumet Ave • PO Box 477 605-203-0146 301 US Hwy 14 E De Smet, SD 57231 www.j-rhunts.com De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3432 605-854-9025 www.lewisdrug.com Paul’s Landing & Resort 21105 Hwy 25 Maynards Food Center De Smet, SD 57231 Miracle Touch Massage 107 Calumet Ave • PO Box 478 20845 Hwy 25 S 605-203-0519/605-203-0518 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3432 605-854-9345 INSURANCE PROVIDERS www.maynardsfood.com/desmet De Smet Farm Mutual Ins The Get Fit Inc 120 Calumet Ave • PO Box 9 HEALTH CARE 113 2nd St SE • PO Box 48 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3337 Avera Medical Group - De Smet 605-854-9300 www.desmetfarmmutual.com 801 3rd St SW • P O Box 463 De Smet, SD 57231 HOTELS, MOTELS & BED & Dakotaland Insurance 605-854-3834 BREAKFASTS Junction Hwy 14 & 25 • PO Box I De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet Community Health Cottage Inn Motel 605-854-3856 Horizon Health Care Hwy 14 East • PO Box 422 401 Prairie Ave SW • PO Box 49 De Smet, SD 57231 Meyer Insurance Agency De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3396 212 Calumet Ave • PO Box 150 605-854-3455 www.desmetoxbow.com/cottageinn De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3322 De Smet Memorial Hospital De Smet Super Deluxe Inn 306 Prairie Ave SW AFLAC - Ashley Warner Hwy 14 East • PO Box 442 221 Calumet Ave SE • PO Box 362 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3329 De Smet, SD 57231 1-877-687-7523/ 605-854-9388 605-203-3005 www.desmetmemorial.org www.desmetsuperdeluxeinn.com AFLAC - Carol Fox Dobson Chiropractic Heritage House B&B 42312 199th St 102 1st St NW 126 Calumet Ave SE • PO Box 123 Bancroft, SD 57353 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-546-2360 605-854-9141 605-854-9370 www.heritagehousesd.com Faith Community Nursing Steffensen Crop Insurance Austie Albrecht Prairie House Manor De Smet, SD 57231 605-203-3370 209 Poinsett Ave • 209 Hwy 25 S 605-854-9117 [email protected] De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9131 www.prairiehousemanor.com De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 51 DE SMET BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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The Washtub American Engineered Cindy Albrecht Photography 320 Joliet Ave SE Products De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605 4th St SE 1-800-216-9924 605-203-1195 De Smet, SD 57231 1-888-237-6744 Jenn Hojer Photography LAWN CARE/MAINTENANCE 605-854-6076 PO Box 196 www.aepproducts.com De Smet, SD 57231 Ken Biteler 605-854-3832 402 Hwy 14 C.M.I. Inc. De Smet, SD 57231 20621 SD Hwy 25 • PO Box 475 Lynn’s Lens 605-854-9150 De Smet, SD 57231-5827 108 Calumet Ave 605-854-3326 De Smet, SD 57231 Ferguson Equipment Repair 1-800-324-2070 605-854-3197 205 Joliet Ave www.cmiarch.com DEVELOPMENT De Smet, SD 57231 Pic Nook Photo Booths 605-854-9280 Central Bi-Products De Smet, SD 57231 920 4 St SE • PO Box 11 605-695-4366 Kent Sckerl’s Tree Service De Smet, SD 57231 www.picnook.com 43265 208th St 605-854-3500 De Smet, SD 57231 REAL ESTATE 605-854-3714,605-203-0231 DeSco Architectural 716 3rd ST SE Lake Area Realty LEGAL SERVICES De Smet, SD 57231 605-847-4801 605-854-9126 www.lakethompson.com/lakearea Gass Law Office www.descoarc.com 202 Calumet Ave • PO Box 35 RESTAURANTS/CATERING De Smet, SD 57231 Lyle Signs Inc. 605-854-3224 200 Industrial Park • PO Box 90 www.gasslawoffice.com De Smet, SD 57231 Cowboy Country Store 605-854-9191 104 Hwy 14 E • PO Box 467 Wilkinson & Wilkinson Law www.lylesigns.com De Smet, SD 57231 103 Joliet Ave SE • PO Box 29 605-854-3553 De Smet, SD 57231 Sheyenne Dakota 605-854-3378 601 4th St SE • PO Box 461 Dairy Queen De Smet, SD 57231 Jct. of 14 and 25 • PO Box 197 Purintun Abstract 605-854-6077 De Smet, SD 57231 103 2nd St SE • PO Box 448 www.sheyennedakota.com 605-854-9000 De Smet, SD 57231 Dakota Grills Catering 605-854-3401 UltiMed, Inc. 111 Calumet Ave 710 4th St SE • PO Box 476 De Smet, SD 57231 LOUNGES De Smet, SD 57231 605-323-9589, 605-847-4713 605-854-3434

Dugout Lounge www.ulticare.com Dugout Lounge 123 Calumet Av SW • PO Box 61 123 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box 61 De Smet, SD 57231 NEWSPAPER De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9171 605-854-9171 De Smet News The Main Stop Kingsbury Clubhouse 220 Calumet Ave • PO Box 69 HWY 14 • PO Box 16 611 7th St SW • P O Box 443 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3331 605-854-9200 605-854-3134 www.desmetnews.com Kingsbury Clubhouse Wheaties Sports Bar & Grill PET GROOMING 611 7th St SW • PO Box 443 110 Calumet Ave SE • PO Box 238 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 Snips N Snaps Pet Spa 605-854-3134 605-854-3715 305 4th St SW De Smet, SD 57231 605-860-0491 52 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 DE SMET BUSINESS DIRECTORY DEVELOPMENT

Oxbow Restaurant CenturyLink UTILITIES 102 Hwy 14 W • PO Box 2 418 Front St NE De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 City of De Smet 605-854-9988 800-244-1111 106 Calumet Ave • PO Box 70 www.centurylink.com De Smet, SD 57231 Subway 605-854-3731 Hwy 25 & 14 • PO Box 197 TOURISM De Smet, SD 57231 Kingsbury Electric 605-854-9009 Harvey Dunn Society 511 Hwy 14 W • PO Box 126 PO Box 320 De Smet, SD 57231 Ward’s Store & Bakery De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3522 127 Calumet Ave SW • PO Box P Facebook: Harvey Dunn Society De Smet, SD 57231 NorthWestern Energy 605-854-3688 Ingalls Homestead Natural Gas Service 20812 Homestead RD 800-245—6977 Wheaties Sports Bar & Grill De Smet, SD 57231 www.northwesternenergy.com 110 Calumet Ave SE • PO Box 238 605-854-3984 Otter Tail Power Co. De Smet, SD 57231 www.ingallshomestead.com 605-854-3715 Electrical Service LIW Memorial Society 800-257-4044 SCHOOLS 103 Olivet Ave SE www.otpco.com De Smet, SD 57231 LIW Elementary 605-854-3383 VETERINARY SERVICES De Smet, SD 57231 www.discoverlaura.org De Smet Vet Service 605-854-3963 106 2 St SW • PO Box 41 LIW Pageant Society De Smet High School PO Box 154 De Smet, SD 57231 405 3rd St SW De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3300 De Smet, SD 57231 www.desmetpageant.org Tim Sullivan Kennels 605-854-3674 43385 US Highway 14 Loftus Store De Smet Preschool Calumet Ave De Smet, SD 57231 43480 205th Street De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9040 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-3773 WEBSITE DESIGN/HOSTING 605-854-3524 Wilder Welcome Center Avid Hawk LLC Bill’s Helicopter Flight School 201 Calumet Ave • PO Box 88 PO Box 470 21305 Hwy 25 S De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-6012 605-854-1155 800-216-9924 www.wilderwelcomecenter.com www.avidhawk.com [email protected] SERVICES TRUCKING

Bill’s Carpet Cleaning Gruenhagen Trucking 109 4th St SW P O Box 210 De Smet, SD 57231 De Smet, SD 57231 605-854-9169,605-854-3652 TELEPHONE /CELLPHONE Hi-Mark Transportation, LLC 604 Root Ave SW Mediacom De Smet, SD 57231 804 3rd St SW 605-854-3660, 605-203-0318 De Smet, SD 57231 855-633-4226 www.mediacomcable.com

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Bright Future for De Smet 23 Did you know… ...that the windows that are in the Trump Tower in Chicago and the JL Towers in Anchorage Alaska were made in De Smet by CMI DeSCo Architectural Inc.? • Manufacturers custom aluminum windows ...windows in the US embassies in Somalia & Hanoi Vietnam • Established in 1970 in De Smet have tags on them from DeSCo Architectural, De Smet SD? • Local entrepreneur ownership ...a huge number of diabetics across the US & • Employs 27 full-time personnel Canada depend on brush pin needles made in • National distribution De Smet by UltiMed? ...when you stop at a stop sign or the large 4 lane interstate signs, they were probably made in De Smet by Lyle Signs?

DEVELOPMENT ...that if you are sitting at a slot machine in Aruba, the base of that machine might have come from American Engineered Products in De Smet? ...that on the boat, skid steer or piece of equipment you are running, the wire harnesses were all bundled to specifications by Sheyenne Dakota in De Smet …that a group of students from the De Smet Middle School entered a video contest called “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing.” They created a video showing the manufacturing processes and interviewed the employees at DeSCo Architectural regarding the different jobs available in manufacturing.

O’Keefe Implement • Sell new & used farm equipment & vehicles • Established in 1916 in Yale • Family owned and operated business

De Smet Farm Mutual Insurance Co. of South Dakota

• Property & Casualty Company - Home, Farm & Auto • Established in 1916, the Company formed by South Dakotans to serve South Dakota from South Dakota • Employs 50 local residents and 150 statewide agents

5454|De | De Smet Smet Visitor Community Guide 2018 Guide 2018 DEVELOPMENT UltiMed Know of a company that might be interested in De Smet? • Medical Device manufacturer • Headquartered in St Paul MN GET $1,000+ • De Smet manufacturer since 2001 • 1 of only 3 syringe manufacturers in the US REWARD • Employs 70 employees in multiple shifts Drop us a tip (605) 854-9011 • Worldwide distribution or [email protected] • Expanded their building & operations, completed in 2014 SITE OF YOUR FUTURE BUSINESS New 10,000 square foot building has been constructed in Industrial Park…Will this be the Site of Your Future Business? Tax, Utilities & Work Force Training Incentives Contact De Smet Development Corp. for information, 605- 854-9011

American Engineered Lyle Signs Products • Manufactures & sells any size signage globally • De Smet’s largest employer • Manufacturers and sells flag poles and casino • Moved from Lyle, MN to De Smet in 1974 machine bases • 3rd generation ownership • Moved business from MN to De Smet in 2012 • Employs 90 in multiple shifts in two locations • Employs 26 full-time personnel • International distribution

Sheyenne Dakota

• Manufacturing wire cable harness systems • Expanded manufacturing operation in De Smet, 2013 • Home office in West Fargo, ND CMI • Employs 22 full-time personnel • Manufacturers Custom Doors & Windows • Established in De Smet in 1993 • Local Ownership • Employs 38 Full-time personnel • Recently expanded operations with new facility Legend Seeds • National Distribution • Established in De Smet in 1990 • Local entrepreneur creation & ownership • 85 employees in all locations, 35 in De Smet headquarters • Largest independently owned seed company in photos courtesy of Bill Albrecht, the Midwest Bill’s Helicopter Flight School • Licensed from all major genetic developers

De SmetDe Community Smet Visitor Guide Guide 2018 2018| | 55 56 | De Smet Community Guide 2018 DEVELOPMENT Welcome to De Smet…Where Possible Becomes Reality! “We Want you Here!!”

Welcome to De Smet…. a unique and surprising place!! You will find the community very friendly and welcoming and….filled with a unique spirit and culture. Try it …You will like it!! An outstanding community who prides itself on always going a step above and out- producing and out-performing all others. We have tremendous job opportunities for you here – and the wide open spaces with all of the modern infrastructure to be on the threshold of the latest frontiers to pursue your dreams and make a business become a reality. We set high expectations for our future and you can be an important part of that. Join our amazing community and let’s see together what is possible!!! De Smet Roots Program

Have you thought about or wished you could move back to your hometown of De Smet, SD. There is a networking program connecting former De Smet residents with opportunities in their hometown. How does it work? • Alumni & others who would consider moving to this beautiful De Smet area if a “certain situation would occur or job would become available” are identified. • List is monitored and if a situation happens that matches, individuals are contacted. Other Opportunities • Confidential - Only administrator has access. We will never give out an individual’s & Resources: name or contact information. South Dakota My Life Is there a situation that might bring you back to De Smet? Program: SDMYLIFE.com • A certain job or career? Even though it might take weeks to years before the right match occurs, someone will be working for you to identify those opportunities that might not be easily found. www.youcanliveinsd.com • Retirement? Retiring former residents looking for housing and other info to move back to their hometown to be close to family and friends enjoy the recreational and quality of life Dakota Seeds Program: opportunities that only De Smet can offer. To promote internships, • Business Opportunity? Have you ever thought about buying or starting a business in your the Dakota Seeds hometown? We will alert you of businesses for sale and put you in contact to explore those Program can provide opportunities. 50% of the intern’s wages with a maximum of To be a part of this program, contact Rita Anderson at [email protected]. $2000 per intern.

New Businesses in De Smet

De Smet is fortunate to have new businesses opening each year. In 2017, the merging of Maynards and Lewis Drug that included the expansion of the Maynards building has been a tremendous addition to Main Street. It has increased the amount of services, products and hours of availability for our area residents and created a pleasant one stop shopping facility. • Adam Sorenson & Nicole Heisel have opened Dakota Grills Catering on Main Street to bring great catering options to events in De Smet. They specialize in prime rib, fancy pineapple glazed pork loin, smoked marmalade turkey, glazed beef brisket and baby-back ribs along with a full menu. Call 605-323-9589 and 605-847-4713 to order. • The new Dollar General store on Hwy 14 has brought new shoppers to De Smet and also increased the availability of products that our locals previously had to travel to larger metropolitan areas to purchase. This store has attracted the fishermen and campers from Lake Thompson. Visitors traveling through De Smet on Highway 14 and tourists have stopped for items they need. • Ashley Warner has expanded her AFLAC insurance business.

De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 57 Live The Wilder Life We invite you to visit. We encourage you to stay. For more information on new opportunities for your family or business, please call 605-854-9011 or visit www.DeSmetSD.com

View & SHARE the new De Smet video produced by Passenger Productions, sponsored by the Bush Foundation at www.desmetsd.com.

DEVELOPMENT Mike & Rhonda Siefker Our Story

In 2014, Rhonda and Michael were living in Claude, Texas. They took a vacation through the state of South Dakota. Rhonda loves Little House on the Prairie, so Michael surprised her with a stop in De Smet. They enjoyed the area and people and subscribed to the De Smet News Online. There really wasn’t a reason for the subscription, but small-town newspapers tell a lot about the area and people. Meanwhile in Texas, Michael was planning on his retirement from the Amarillo Fire Department after 25 years of service as a Lieutenant and Paramedic. Rhonda and Michael’s goal was to have a small ranch or farm that they could retire to and stay physically active. One day a small acreage came up for sale in the De Smet News. It looked awesome, had trees and was priced better than most Texas properties. Everything fell into place and in April of 2015 South Dakota became their new home. Rhonda is an Enrolled Agent and does all kinds of tax work, financial planning, bookkeeping and works at the Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society. Michael is an RN in the ER at Sanford in Sioux Falls.

Ryan & Debra Hafey Operate a Nationwide Business The Hafey’s moved to De Smet because they value small town living and like what De Smet and the surrounding area offers. Ryan operates a company called Avid Hawk LLC that specializes in website solutions for businesses, organizations, and local governments. “We are excited to raise our kids in such a wonderful community while continuing to grow Avid Hawk.”

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Matt & Melissa Kees & Family Moved Back Home Matt Kees grew up in rural De Smet before planting roots and building his family in the Sioux Falls area. Traveling back to De Smet most weekends, it became harder and harder to want to leave only to head back to the hustle and bustle. Our boys loved the freedom of the countryside and we longed to give them a more relaxed childhood. Little did we realize how easy the transition could be! All we had to do was ask! Before we knew it, we were packing up our two boys, Max (9) and Meyer (4) and heading to a little house on the prairie. We both work for Sammons Financial Group based out of Sioux Falls, SD; Matt as a Solutions Architect, Melissa as a Project Consultant, from the comfort of our own home 10 miles north of De Smet. Technology these days affords us the flexibility of being mobile, yet we remain fully connected with our co-workers back in the office and are still close enough to travel to Sioux Falls for the occasional face to face meeting.

Scott & Shannon Palmlund Owners of Palmlund Automotive Born and raised in De Smet, Scott and Shannon Palmlund have seen their community undergo many changes throughout the years. “We value small-town living and felt the progressive community of De Smet had a lot to offer, so we opened Palmlund Automotive in 2008.” In 2012, wanting to add space and have a place of their own, the Palmlund’s purchased a building once known as the De Smet Motor Company. “The building was in need of repairs, be we saw a great deal of potential and loved the history that encompassed our new location.” Palmlund Automotive proudly offers automotive repair, tire sales and service and used car sales on the corner of Highway 25 and 2nd Street.

Glen & Janet Davis Founded Legend Seeds

Glen originally came to De Smet as the Vocational Ag Teacher and Janet as County Extension Home Economist back in the early 70’s. In 1990, they started Legend Seeds, which now serves eight states along with Manitoba, Canada. Legend Seeds has 75 full-time employees, of which 35 work out of De Smet and Willow Lake. “We’re excited about the future. We’re looking forward to continual growth.”

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605.854.5959 De Smet Community Guide 2018 | 63 THE ‘WILDER’ 2018 COMMUNITY GUIDE LIFE You’re On The Right Trail...

Lots of COOL THINGS to do in De Smet 1. ______Amazing Fun Shopping In 13 Gift Stores 2. ______Wow! Four Historic Laura Ingalls Wilder Sites to______Tour ____ 3. ______See Farming & Historic Countryside On Prairie______Bus Tour ____ 4. ______Get to Know Famous Harvey Dunn & His Paintings______at Library____ 5. ______Depot Museum/Harvey Dunn School/Wildlife Display______6. ______Visit One Of The Most Beautiful County Court ______Houses In SD____ 7. ______Stop to Honor Our Veterans at Memorial in front______of Court ____House 8. ______See Gorgeous Sunsets & Beauty At Garden Of______Remembrance____ 9. ______Take Pictures On Historic Walking Tour – Main______Street ____ 10. ______Walk, Visit, Rest At Phenomenal Event Center ______11. ______See Famous Silver Lake On LIW Wilderness Trail______12. ______It’s Huge! Lake Thompson – Fish, Swim, Enjoy!!______13. ______Picnic – Let The Kids Play At Three Beautiful Parks______14. ______Get Cooled Off At The De Smet Swimming Pool______15. ______Catch Huge Fish At Many Surrounding Lakes ______16. ______Enjoy Bountiful Wildlife – Pheasant, Deer, Waterfowl,______More____ 17. ______Rent A Cart & Tee Off Any Time At Great 9 Hole______Golf Course____ 18. ______See Huge Farm Equipment At Large Implement/Agri-Businesses______19. ______Eat Great SD Food – Try Chislic! ______20. ______Camp In Covered Wagon Or By The Shores Of ______Lake Thompson____ 21. ______And So Many More Fun Things To Do! ______

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