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Several members of the Brandon Lutheran’s quilting group recently made masks for healthcare workers who can’t quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic. Submitted photos

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 11:58am

Masks are the 'new spring fashion,' seamstress says

Following Governor Kristi Noem’s April 6 announcement of keeping kids out of the classrooms for the remainder of the school year, South Dakota High School Activities Association has canceled all remaining events for 2019-20, which includes all spring activities and postponed winter events. BV Journal file photo

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 11:53am

Gov. Nom keeps SD schools closed for remainder of year

Following Governor Kristi Noem’s April 6 announcement of keeping

While Minnehaha County Commissioner Gerald Beninga was not at the last meeting in person, he and Commissioner Jeff Barth did call in by telephone to be active in the proceedings. This was a way the commission could test out the ability to conduct remote meetings, to make sure there is always a quorum available. Dave Baumeister/For the Journal

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 11:40am

Legislative action allows local elections to be moved to June; Gearman warns of scammers

SIOUX FALLS – At the Tuesday, March 31, Minnehaha County Commissi

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 11:37am

Birthday celebrated with card greetings

Josephine M.

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 11:13am

Talk of the Town

2020 Brandon Edge Easter Egg Hunt

At Monday’s Brandon City Council meeting, the council voted 6-0 to postpone Brandon’s municipal election from next Tuesday to June 16. Voters are encouraged to cast their vote by absentee ballot now until June 15. Jill Meier/BV Journal

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 11:11am

Fireworks proponent favors delaying vote

Thanks to a bill passed by the South Dakota State Legislature on

Brandon voters will go to the polls June 16 to decide the fate of fireworks and Ward 3 voters will elect a ward representative. The candidates are TJ Cameron and Jack Parliament. Jill Meier/BV Journal file photo

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 11:08am

Municipal election postponed to June 16

Residents in Brandon may be busy at the polls in June.

Due to the continued spread and concerns over the coronavirus, the city shut down playgrounds indefinitely and playing fields in all city parks. In addition, the portable restrooms have been removed and brick and mortar restrooms will remain locked. Jill Meier/BV Journal

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 10:57am

Coronavirus pandemic limits access to city parks

Before giving the second reading of Ordinance 606 approval in special session March 31

During the coronavirus, it's not business as usual for many Brandon businesses. This photo is from the Pigskin Classic Biz Bash in September 2019. Jamie Hult/BV Journal file photo

Tue, 04/07/2020 - 10:53am

Revolving Loan Fund keeps local businesses afloat; requests come in fast, furious for zero percent loans

Wed, 04/01/2020 - 4:07pm

Brandon Revolving Loan Fund responds to local business needs

A COVID-19 Loan Response program, made possible through Brandon’s Revolving Loan Fund, has been established to help keep local businesses afloat.

Terri Petersen and Lacey Harrington are opening their clothing consignment business, Nyla Jo’s, in Brandon. The mother-daughter partnership remain hopeful they can open the doors by May 15. Submitted photo

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 2:44pm

Consignment shop, Nyla Jo's, coming to Cedar St.

Terri Petersen and Lacey Ha

Both the Lynx boys and girls may get to play for their respective state titles in June if the Centers for Disease Control eases guidelines on large gatherings. Jill Meier/BV Journal file photo

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 2:40pm

SDHSSAA prepares for state tourneys, spring sports, arts post-COVID-19

Dana Hess

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 2:29pm

From the Desk of Jeff Barth: Barth reminds county business can be handled online

We live in unique circumstan

“Social distancing” was the theme during the Tuesday, March 24 Minnehaha County Commission meeting. Only four people were seated at the front, as opposed to the usual seven, to allow for the recommended six feet between each person. In the rest of the room, chairs were spread around in limited areas for the same reason. Dave Baumeister/For the Journal

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 2:27pm

Commission prioritizes 'social distancing'

SIOUX FALLS – “Social distancing” was in full p

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 1:57pm

Business Brief: Sickler receives top business development award

Farmers National Company, a farm and ranch management company, an

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 1:52pm

Talk of the Town

New rules at Brandon Area Food Pantry

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 1:50pm

Board expects to ratify contract with BVEA in April

Jamie Hult

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 1:48pm

City implements rebates for high-efficiency toilets

Jill Meier

BV sixth-grader Phin Lawrence and his sister, Paizley, a third grader, tackle schoolwork at the kitchen table last week during the coronavirus-inspired mandatory school closure, which is currently through May 1. Photo courtesy of Amy Lawrence

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 1:17pm

28,000-plus clicks & counting: BV students continue lessons via distance learning

As of last Friday morning, the Brandon Valley S

Valley Springs residents staged a “cruz night” last Wednesday, as residents went out in search of bears and other stuffed animals perched in windows and lawn decor as a way to keep engaged and promote kindness during this trying time. For more photos, visit the photogallery at brandonvalleyjournal.info. Submitted photo

Tue, 03/31/2020 - 1:11pm

Bears, chalk art & community kindness

Even in this time of mandated social distancing, folks are still

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