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Spieker will proudly celebrate his first Father's Day on Sunday.Becoming a parent for the first time brings changes a pe...
06/18/2026

Spieker will proudly celebrate his first Father's Day on Sunday.

Becoming a parent for the first time brings changes a person would never think were a possibility. From the 3:00 a.m. diaper changes to the midnight rocking sessions, Neil Spieker agrees that fatherhood brings love, joy and humbling challenges. This Sunday, June 21, will mark Spieker's very first Father's Day to celebrate with his new baby boy, Everett, and his wife, Heather.

"The first time I held Everett was a combination of relief and awe," Spieker explained. From that moment onward, their family's lives have changed. Sleep schedules, work and even hobbies have seen shifts to prioritize the wellbeing of their son and Heather's health as she recovered. It's a humbling experience for new parents that has encouraged them to give one another grace. However, Spieker is excited for this new chapter in his life. He is excited to teach Everett positive qualities like respect, kindness and a will to work hard. "Being a father means preparing my children for and helping them through the challenges of life while enjoying every bit of love and happiness from our relationship while I can," Spieker says. This Father's day he plans to spend the day surrounded by the people he loves the most and cherishing the moments that make fatherhood so rewarding.

Neil Spieker of Clark is pictured above with his wife Heather and infant son Everett.

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❗The Clark County Courier office will be closed❗The office will be closed Wednesday, June 17 through Friday, June 19 for...
06/17/2026

❗The Clark County Courier office will be closed❗

The office will be closed Wednesday, June 17 through Friday, June 19 for vacation.

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📅✏️ Mark your calendars! Check out this week's community calendar below!
06/17/2026

📅✏️ Mark your calendars! Check out this week's community calendar below!

06/15/2026

Quote of the week:

"Artists pray for inspiration and when it comes, you can't divulge it or express it without someone thinking you're crazy!"
—Bud Cort

From South Dakota to the national stage, Lexus Paulson leans on her roots for success. When Lexus Paulson steps onto the...
06/12/2026

From South Dakota to the national stage, Lexus Paulson leans on her roots for success.

When Lexus Paulson steps onto the national stage at Miss USA in Miami in August 2026, she'll be carrying the grit, warmth and worth ethic of South Dakota. Borna and raised in Sioux Falls, Paulson childhood was filled with the familiar rhythms of South Dakota life—tightknit family bonds, community pride and the expectation that hard work is simply what you do. Her mother, Arlys, is a Sioux Falls native, while her father, Gale, was born and raised in Clark. Her brother Landon farms north of Clark. Countless childhood days were spent visiting her grandparents on North Smith Street. "Some of my favorite memories are in her kitchen, making banana bread or banana cream pie," Paulson recalls.

Paulson's introduction to pageantry began like many modern dreams do: on TV. Watching Miss USA sparked something in her, and she soon connected with the reigning Miss South Dakota Teen USA to learn what preparation really looked like. Paulson stepped away from pageants during her college years before returning to compete for the Miss South Dakota USA title. Paulson believes pageants build confidence forged through risk taking and stepping outside of one's comfort zone. "I truly believe I wouldn't have my dream job at Invisalign without the interview skills and self branding I learned through pageantry," she says. With her current title, she hopes to bring awareness to the importance of dental care and improving the system to allow more people to have access to oral health.

With Miss USA on the horizon, Paulson is focused on representing South Dakota with pride. She's passionate about helping young girls see beyond the filtered world of social media. "Social media is a highlight reel," she says. "I want to be an example of realistic confidence—showing that no matter where you were raised or what you look like, you can make an impact." Photo courtesy of Lexus Paulson.

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Clark-Willow Lake Cyclones sweep the girls' title, and the boys finish third at the Class B State Golf Tournament. The S...
06/11/2026

Clark-Willow Lake Cyclones sweep the girls' title, and the boys finish third at the Class B State Golf Tournament.

The SDHSAA Class B State Golf Championship was held in Brookings June 1-2, and the Clark-Willow Lake Cyclones' golf teams delivered an event full of drama, resilience and redemption. The Cyclone girls claimed their first team championship since 2010 with a final team score of 481. Second place went to St. Mary's (483) and Miller rounded out at third (491). "The girls were disappointed after day one of the tournament, but then they all played unbelievably well the last nine," said head coach John Brown. "Every girl made a difference to finish it off." In addition, Brynn Roehrich etched her name into state golf history with her third-straight individual title. The celebration after the championship round culminated in the team jumping into the lake beside the country club, including Coach Brown.

The CWL boys pushed within two strokes of second place before settling for third with a score of 480 as a team effort. First place went to Bon Homme (472), and second to Philip (478). It was a heartbreaking near-miss, but the reaction in the team was more fire than frustration. "The boys were so close," Coach Brown stated. "With a shot here and there, things could have ended a little differently." Lessons were learned, nerves were overcome, and the CWL boys are hungry and motivated for next season. "It was a great week," Coach Brown shared. "The kids stayed focused and got it done. I am extremely proud of both teams. We had high expectations for both squads going into the state tournament."

After receiving their hardware, the Cyclones celebrated by pouring water on head coach John Brown, pictured below. Photo courtesy Kandice Schlagel.

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☀️ It's time for summer activities! ☀️Below is Clark's schedule for parks and recreation activities for the whole family...
06/10/2026

☀️ It's time for summer activities! ☀️

Below is Clark's schedule for parks and recreation activities for the whole family!

06/08/2026

Quote of the week:

"Success means security but also insecurity."
—Demond Wilson

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