The Harrisburg Hy-Vee and Tea Hy-Vee stores officially celebrated their transitions from Dollar Fresh Market locations with ribbon cutting ceremonies held earlier this week. The events marked the completion of renovations and the introduction of expanded offerings for customers at both locations. The Harrisburg and Tea stores now feature more than 16,000 new items, along with new bakery departments, full-service meat cases, HealthMarket sections, refreshed produce departments

After a lengthy discussion, the Tea City Council approved the rezone from R1-residential to L1-light industrial at their Jan. 5 meeting. Community development director Albert Schmidt said the rezone of the property at 1601 E. 1st Street did not receive any comments from the public even after letters were sent, it was posted in the paper and signs were posted. He said staff and the planning commission recommended approval. Councilman Lynn DeYoung asked about infrastructure and

The Tea City Council met Dec. 15 for their last meeting of 2025. At the meeting, they held a public hearing on the first reading on a rezone for the property at 1601 E. First Street from R1 single-family residential to L1 light industrial district. Ellen Martin, assistant planner, presented on the subject in the absence of community development director Albert Schmidt. The rezone would match properties to the east and west. They did not receive any comments from the public. C

With all members present, the Lincoln County Commissioners met Tuesday, Dec. 23 in the Lincoln County boardroom to discuss agenda items. Chairwoman, Tiffani Landeen started the meeting with a public hearing regarding the proposed issuance by the Issuer of its Tax-Exempt Refunding Revenue Bonds (the “Bonds”), in one or more series, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $9,900,000. The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to refund all or a portion of prior obligations i

The Tea Area High School girls’ basketball season have recorded two wins to open the season, defeating Sioux City North by a score of 56-25 on Dec. 8 and defeating Huron 64-46 on Friday, Dec. 12.  Pictured at right is Ellie Clayberg going up for the shot against Huron.  Pictured below is Anna Binde driving to the hoop in the Titans’ home opener. Complete stats were unavailable at press time.  The team will be in action on Thursday, Dec. 18 when they host Brookings in double h

On Friday, Dec. 12 the Tea Area High School boys’ basketball team opened their season with a home match-up against Huron. Tea Area jumped to an early 21-6 lead and led 32-24 at the half. However, in the second half Huron kept clawing their way back and in the final seconds got their first lead of the game and stole the 61-59 win from the Titans.  “This was a highly entertaining game between two very talented teams, who because of injuries on both sides, are likely to be 10-15

With all members present, the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Dec. 9 in the Lincoln County Boardroom. Commissioners heard agenda items including the creation of a public defender advisory committee, continued airport discussions, and courthouse closure for Christmas Eve. Auditor Sheri Lund asked the commission to consider a motion to establish a public defender advisory committee pursuant to SDCL 7-16A-4. Lund asked for a committee and direction on how to r

Tea Area High School wrestling got underway on Friday, Dec. 5 when the Titans played host to Chamberlain and Mitchell. The Titan boys defeated Chamberlain 55-18 and Mitchell 54-29. Complete results are as follows:  Tea Area vs. Chamberlain 106: Braylon Hoyer (TEAR) over (CHAM) (For.) 113: Brady Voelker (TEAR) over (CHAM) (For.) 120: Kade Eimers (TEAR) over (CHAM) (For.) 126: Aaron Halbur (TEAR) over Colton Bairey (CHAM) (Fall 1:36) 132: Slater Wilson (TEAR) over Brody Neilan

The Tea Area School Board met Dec. 8 and reviewed the five-year plan. Business manager Chris Esping updated the board on the five-year general fund plan. She noted this is just a plan that includes projections for revenue and expenses for the next five years. The projected enrollments are conservative with 25 additional students next year and 10 additional students per year for the next four years. Superintendent Tonia Warzecha said in the Tea Area district, 25 percent of fun

With all members present, the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Dec. 2 in the Lincoln County Boardroom. Commissioners heard agenda items including digitizing files, pay raises, and airport conversations.  Commission Assistant, Paul Anderson stood in for 4-H Advisor, Wendy Sweeter to give notice of intent to hold a raffle per SDCL 22-25-25 - Lincoln County 4-H Shooting Sports. No action is needed for the raffle unless the board objects. No action was taken. Au