Wessington Springs & Jerauld County, South Dakota

A new summer tradition in Wessington Springs, Rockin' Ribfest, brings the community together over music, drinks, and of course - ribs.

From the field to the classroom, FFA opens doors to all kinds of careers—not just farming. Meet the students and teachers from South Dakota’s most decorated chapter and see how it’s shaping their futures.

Dr. Thomas Dean dedicated decades to caring for Wessington Springs. Now, he shares with SDPB a heartfelt look at the town’s rich history and the land he’s long called home.

Come with SDPB to the Wessington Springs Shakespeare Gardens.

A devastating tornado hit the community of Wessington Springs on June 18, 2014. In this Dakota Life story from November of that year, we talk with community members on how they are trying to rebuild and move on from the tornado.

Authorities are investigating after two bodies were found following a house fire in Wessington Springs.

To highlight the upcoming episode of Dakota Life, we share about the town of Wessington Springs and its origins.

Join SDPB for a free screening of Dakota Life Greetings from Wessington Springs on Monday, March 31st, at the 1905 Opera House.

A small South Dakota town was hit by a tornado in 2014. Fortunately the warning alerted residents just in time - likely saving many lives. A decade later, the impact caused by the tornado continues to resonate.

The 2024 SDHSAA spring state golf championships wrapped up action on Tuesday from Yankton (AA), Sioux Falls (A), and Brookings (B Boys and B Girls).