Nominations Open Now for the Annual Heart of Dakota Awards
Veblen, SD · July 28, 2026
Ballots and library shelves are getting plenty of attention today as county residents pitch in ahead of the August rush.
The Lead
Nominations for the 28th Annual Heart of Dakota Awards are officially open across Marshall County, inviting residents to spotlight the neighbors, volunteers, and community leaders who quietly keep rural towns thriving. Sponsored locally to honor exceptional service, the awards recognize individuals who go above and beyond in civic engagement, youth mentorship, or agricultural innovation. Local committees emphasize that nominees can be anyone from a dedicated school booster to a long-serving volunteer firefighter who makes an outsized impact without seeking the spotlight. Submissions are being accepted online and through local extension offices through mid-August, with the final ceremony scheduled for the fall. Organizers encourage community members to take a few moments this week to draft a nomination form and ensure local unsung heroes receive the recognition they have earned.
Today's Outlook
- High 93°F · Low 70°F — Overcast Expect a heavy, cloud-blanketed afternoon, so keep doors open for cross-breezes if you are working without AC.
What's On Around Town
Langford: Community Evening Gathering — City Park, 5:00 PM Catch up with neighbors over casual lawn games and outdoor food trucks.
Britton: Afternoon Library Open House — Marshall County Memorial Library, 2:00 PM Drop in to browse new late-summer arrivals and see the recently updated shelving.
Spotlight & Story
- The Veblen Town Pump and Historic Rest Stop A beloved roadside fixture offering cool artesian water straight from the Dakota sandstone aquifer, providing a refreshing sip to travelers and locals alike since the early homesteading days.
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