Brandon Valley Journal @bv_journal
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The Best Buddies Prom 'starred' in this week's Brandon Valley Journal. You don't have to travel to a galaxy far, far away for quality local news coverage that's out of this world. Pick up your copy today at local newsstands!
In her column this week, Jill Meier describes an uncomfortable encounter at a local city council meeting that led to a broader discussion about PTSD and mental health. brandonvalleyjournal.com
Following last year’s BV Senior Give Back Day, parent organizer Kim Erkonen hoped the Class of 2023 took one thing away from the experience: “More than anything, it just feels so good to give..." brandonvalleyjournal.com
Lights! Camera! Action! The theme for the BVHS prom was "Hollywood." Capture all the glitz and glam in our photo galleries! ORDER: Send your requests to [email protected]! VIEW: brandonvalleyjournal.com/photos
In what has become a spring tradition at Brandon Valley, the District wide (5-12) Band Concert featured 598 student-musicians and four directors. Capture your favorite moment in our photo galleries! VIEW: brandonvalleyjournal.com/photos
📣L-Y-N-X! GO! LYNX! GO! This week's BV Journal includes the Spring Sports Preview. This section highlights the teams, players, and coaches ready to make an impact for the Lynx this spring! 🎾 Boys Tennis 🏌🏻♀️ Girls Golf ⚾️ Baseball 🥎 Softball 👟 Track & Field Now available!
There’s no better feeling than “coming home.” And on Sunday, the congregation at Beaver Valley Lutheran “came home” after a May 2022 tornado ravaged the building and displaced them... The full story is available in your mailbox, at local newsstands, or brandonvalleyjournal.com!
CHEERS! Saturday morning fitness lovers ‘drink up’ ‘Yoga at the Bar’ The full story is available in your mailbox, at local newsstands, or at brandonvalleyjournal.com!
This week's BV Journal includes the 'Spring Sports Preview,' Beaver Valley Lutheran returning home, Sue Foster honored, Earth Day volunteer opportunities, Yoga at the bar, and so much more! Pick up your copy at local newsstands or subscribe today by calling 605-582-9999!
Schoenbeck takes another run at District 2 House seat The full story is available at local newsstands, and brandonvalleyjournal.com!
And so it begins …Two-year bridge reconstruction gets underway at Brandon’s I-90 Exit 406 The full story is available in local newsstands, or at brandonvalleyjournal.com!
Some 'bunny' made an appearance in Valley Springs last weekend. Do you recognize any of these 'egg'perts enjoying the Easter Egg Hunt? Order: Send requests to [email protected]. View: brandonvalleyjournal.com/photos
‘He’s got the beat’ – Coughlin achieves rare feat as 4-year All-State Band member The full story is available at local newsstands, or brandonvalleyjournal.com!
This week's BV Journal includes news about the 1-90 bridge reconstruction project, introduces you to a District 2 legislator, takes you to the VS easter egg hunt, features a four year All-State band member, and gives you the latest city and sports news! Subscribe today!
Brandon’s Randy Marso gains induction into SDIAAA Hall of Fame The full story is available at local newsstands, or at brandonvalleyjournal.com!
Bethany’s chili cook-off ‘spices up’ Saturday in Brandon The full story is available at local newsstands, or at brandonvalleyjournal.com!
Night at the (Art) Museum The BV Middle school came alive last week and transformed into an art museum during the district-wide fine arts night. The event may have only lasted for a night, but the art is still on display in our photo galleries! brandonvalleyjournal.com/photos
JOURNAL HEADLINES/City, developers cash in on federal funding/Hv-Vee pulls plug on Brandon 90 Plaza/A night dedicated to art/Brandon manufacturer garners SMGA 'Business of the Year' honors/Randy Marso gains induction into SDIAA Hall of Fame/and much more! Available now!
Young at Heart luncheon draws appreciative crowd The full story is available at local newsstands, or brandonvalleyjournal.com!
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189 Followers 106 Following Our Mission is to be the primary advocate, voice, and resource for businesses & organizations in the Brandon Valley area. #BVACC #BuyBrandon #BrandonValleyI guess some people just don't understand the coaching brotherhood and bonds that are made but to double down? Unbelievable. Thank you Tom for calling it out. @bv_journal @MattKerney @natesportsguy @605_sports @MikeHenriksen @RyanDeal_605 @ESPNSiouxFalls brandonvalleyjournal.com/content/savage…
Last call to join us this Thursday, January 25th, for Brandon Day at the Legislature! $40 per seat registration includes your meals and travel. Travel to Pierre with with Chamber and community members for a day getting into the legislative process.
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The 2023 Pizza Battle Winner is: The Gruff! Their Truffalooo! pizza featured bison sausage, truffle sauce, arugula, red onions, gouda, and raspberry chipotle glaze on fry bread. Thank you to all the businesses who participated, and to the community members who tried the pizzas!
Big things are happening!
'His personality just draws people in'; 𝗕𝗩 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁 𝗩𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗿𝘀. 𝗰𝗼-𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗼𝘄𝗮 𝗛𝗮𝘄𝗸𝗲𝘆𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 @talkinhawkspod @VandeBerg89 @bvhsfootball brandonvalleyjournal.com/content/his-pe…
Can’t wait to watch @MikahPeters and the rest of the Brandon Valley Lynx compete at the ESD Conference meet on Saturday! Go Lynx!! Saturday at 11:00 at Yankton Trails is the place to be! #runmikahrun @bv_journal
Have you read the latest edition of the @bv_journal? The Brandon Historical Society is seeking community support to save an early 1900s historic barn from being torn down. To learn more or express your support, email [email protected]. #historicpreservation #brandonsd #history
The Mighty Corson Art Players first show of Season 41 is They Promised Her The Moon by Laurel Ollstein. The show is based on the true story of Jerrie Cobb, the first American woman to test for space flight. Please visit mightycorson.com to learn more or purchase tickets.
With great excitement the BVBA would like to announce that First National Bank Field has been selected to host the 2025 South Dakota State Amateur Baseball Tournament! Thank you South Dakota Amateur Baseball Association Board of Directors for the opportunity! #ItsAboutCommunity
Join us this Friday from 8am-9am at Scooter's Coffee for Brew Crew! Brew Crew is a social hour to help you network with fellow chamber members.
State record 605 pounds in the back squat this morning (to match our area code) by @NSUFOOTBALL Wolves commit Isaac Johnson @I_johns95 He’s one amazing young man who has starred in our musicals, marching band, classrooms, & more. So proud. He does it the #lynxway #onefamily
Dinner plans? Brandon Burgers. Check out one of our seven amazing contenders before the battle ends next week! brandonvalleychamber.com/burger-battle/
What an AWESOME atmosphere for Girls Basketball tonight. A great game. #WeAreProudOfOurLynx Next up? Aberdeen. Saturday afternoon. #Together
Such a wonderfully written story by Tom Savage and the @bv_journal ! 🙏🏼😊 brandonvalleyjournal.com/content/brando…
Proud of Isaac Johnson, Dylan Langerock, Lucas Slack, Nathan VanDeBerg, Nate Andresen, & Andrew Bunkers, who led us through expected & unexpected adversity with class, ability, & resiliency. You’ve kept the standard high, & you’ll be dearly missed. Well done & congratulations!
Sioux Falls Jefferson leads Metro Athletic Conference All-Conference Football Selections #sdpreps 605sports.com/Sioux-Falls-Je…
The @BvOptimist is selling 600 raffle tickets at $50 each for a brand new UTV and other prizes. Available from @SushiPharmer @brandonpharmacy. Get them while you can!!