June 29th, 2009 by dawna

Letcher Farmer’s Market
July 11th from 9:00 am to Noon
at the park in Letcher, SD
(located one block north of Main Street)
Subsequent Farmer’s Markets will be held on July 25th, August 8th, August 22nd, September 12th and September 26th.
**Door prizes to be given away**
Funded by a grant from the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and sponsored by Letcher Economic Area Development.
For more information call (605)248-2242
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June 29th, 2009 by dawna
A community picnic will be held on July 3rd at 6:30 pm at Rossy Park in Letcher. Everyone is asked to bring a dish to pass and meat to cook on the grill (or buy a brat and bun to cook for $2.00). Please bring your own plates, drinks, and utensils. Those who are interested may also bring fireworks to share. Join us for a wonderful evening of food, fellowship, and fun!
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June 28th, 2009 by dawna

The 3rd Annual Celebration of Art was held on June 14th at the park in Letcher. Cindy Gregg organized the event. There was music and art in the park. Food was served by the Letcher Community Development Foundation. The park will be a beautiful place to continue this annual tradition!

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June 27th, 2009 by dawna

A kickball tournament was held during the Letcher Fun Day.

The team consisting of Wade Hoffman, Tark Kingsbury, Brett Stekl, Kurt Stekl, Brandon Perman, Lukas VanLaecken, Breanna Moody, Karrie McKillop, Tatem Kingsbury, Jasmine Parce, and Karli Voorhees took first place.

The very talented team consisting of Jim Luthi, Shawn Moody, Steve Larson, Jeremy Uecker, Tanya Weinberger, Erin Brooks, Riley Zoss, Tambi Wormstadt, Jerilyn Moody, Steff Edwards, and Roxanne Larson received second place.
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June 22nd, 2009 by dawna
The City of Letcher is now using Nixle to distribute important local information to residents via cell phone and e-mail.
Nixle is a Community Information Service provider built exclusively to provide secure and reliable communications. Its authenticated service connects city agencies to residents in real-time, delivering information to residents of geographically targeted areas and neighborhoods. Weather alerts and community news can be sent quickly using Nixle.
Letcher’s intent is to distribute the “Letcher Low Down” via e-mail similiar to Sanborn Central’s Rebel e-News. The difference is that the “Letcher Low Down” will include newsy items that pertain to Letcher.
Nixle is free (standard text message rates apply for cell phone subscribers who do not have text plans) and simple to use. There is no spam.
Register now and learn more at www.nixle.com. Spread the word with friends, family and neighbors! Help make your community a stronger, safer, and better place to live.
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June 21st, 2009 by dawna
The weather cooperated and it was a perfect day for the second Farmer’s Market held on June 20th at Rossy Park in Letcher. There were 12 vendors with a variety of items for sale, including produce, eggs, dog treats, crafts, and more.
Door prizes were won by Cindy Van Laecken, Leah Wurtz, and Clay Gregg. Thanks to Les Blindauer, Sally Olson, Tiffany Hoffman, and Sabrina Waldron for donating door prizes.
The next Farmer’s Market is scheduled for July 11th from 9:00 a.m. until noon at Rossy Park in Letcher.
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June 20th, 2009 by dawna

In need of some firewood for a backyard campfire or summer camping trip? Call Tyler VanOverschelde at (605)248-2419 to purchase firewood for $5 per bundle.
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June 16th, 2009 by dawna

Letcher Farmer’s Market
June 20th from 9:00 am to Noon
at the park in Letcher, SD
(located one block north of Main Street)
Subsequent Farmer’s Markets will be held on July 11th, July 25th, August 8th, August 22nd, September 12th and September 26th.
**Door prizes to be given away**
Funded by a grant from the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and sponsored by Letcher Economic Area Development.
For more information call (605)248-2242
Posted in 09. Community: Knowledge and Awareness, 10. Community: Skills and Mobilizing, 11. Community: Action, 12. Community: Structural Change, Look at Letcher |