In 1869 a successful farmer named J.H. Brummer brought his family to Cherokee County. It was always his dream to own or build buildings. Brummer then purchased lots on Main Street and began construction. What became of this was a three story structure that would honor his name and he spared little expense. He fully faced the structure with Sioux Falls pink quartzite and the exquisite woodwork throughout the building still graces all the rooms. We know it today as the Brummer Building...

In light of the beautiful weather we have been enjoying, thoughts turn to spring, and along with springtime comes spring cleaning. In many instances the Federal Stimulus money many will receive may been turned into new appliances and furniture. And with that, out with the old and in with the new...

The Sanford Museum and Planetarium hosted the Cherokee Public Library’s “Solar Fair” on June 5th to kick off their summer reading program.Youths participated in making solar crafts, made s’mores and nachos in a solar oven, and launched a balloon using heat from the sun...

As many of you are aware, our City Administrator Sam Kooiker resigned and is heading back to his old stomping grounds in Sheldon. The purpose of this letter is to keep the citizens of Cherokee informed as to what your Mayor and Council are doing to make sure the City stays on an even keel while we await the new Administrator...

I am in favor of passing the upcoming school bond. I realize there are points on each side of the school bond referendum; however, after reviewing all the facts listed below, I have come to the conclusion that now is the best time to pass the bond and move forward...

I suspect that most of the people who do not recycle do so because they see no value in taking the time and effort, or it may be that they are confused as to what can go into the recycle bin. Actually, you do save money by recycling for two important reasons:...

High gas prices in relation to nearby towns have been a long-standing concern for the citizens of Cherokee. It doesn’t take much analysis to recognize the serious impact this has on our local economy, as well as the pocket books of our citizens. Numerous calls have been made to management of the service stations here in Cherokee. At first gas prices would go down in relation to other towns, only to unfairly rise again...