Brandon Valley High School history teacher Jeremy Risty was honored as a “Hometown Hero” at the Jan. 3 Sioux Falls Stampede game. Risty is pictured with the Stampede’s Director of Game Day Operations, Cole Ripperda, who is also a former student. Risty was nominated by BVHS EA Micki Leesch for his involvement at the school, Brandon Historical Society and Optimist Club. “Super nice lady!” Risty said, calling the award an “honor.” Submitted photo.*/
Shally Rogen, of Rogen Angus in Brandon, won the Breeder of the Year award at the 2019 South Dakota Angus Association Annual Meeting and Banquet, Dec. 14 in Mitchell. Pictured from left are Joshua Mohnen, South Dakota Angus Association president; Shally Rogen; Dick Rogen; and Jon Bussmus, South Dakota Angus Association director. Submitted photo.*/
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