The Class of 2012 gathered for a 10-year reunion event on August 20 at CJ’s on the Lake. Those in attendance included (l to r): Jordan (Braunsroth) Wintz, Maxine Schieffer, Sabrina (Poore) Sage, Megan (Bossman) Burcham, Angela Kaiser, Katie (Mueller) Curry, Gina (Dendinger) Groenke, Taylor (Schmidt) Harmelink, and Heather (Lancaster) Wuebben. To get more news, remember to sign up to the Crofton Journal, or get the e-edition to get your news digitally.
over 2 years ago, Staff
The Class of 2012 gathered for a 10-year reunion event on August 20 at CJ’s on the Lake. Those in attendance included (l to r): Jordan (Braunsroth) Wintz, Maxine Schieffer, Sabrina (Poore) Sage, Megan (Bossman) Burcham, Angela Kaiser, Katie (Mueller) Curry, Gina (Dendinger) Groenke, Taylor (Schmidt) Harmelink, and Heather (Lancaster) Wuebben.
The Crofton Journal published a video of the City Council's latest meeting a little over a week ago. Want to catch up? Simply, head over to the Journal's YouTube channel by following the link below, and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hG9br_wWhg&t=3s
over 2 years ago, Staff
The Crofton Cross Country team will travel to Sioux Falls for the Augustana Twilight Meet Friday, September 2, to begin their much-anticipated season. To read more about the story, sign up to Crofton Journal: https://www.croftonjournal.com/o/the-crofton-journal/page/subscriptions
over 2 years ago, Staff
(front row) Fiene Adler, Brook Lammers, Ariel Lammers, and Kayla O'Connor, (middle row) Lauren Loecker, Sophia Wortmann, Emily Guenther, Jenna Jackson, Elizabeth Wortmann, Jordyn Arens, and Rylie Arens, (back row) Mickey Doerr, Charles Steffen, Edison Sudbeck, Carter Guenther, Zac Arens, Grant Schieffer, Luke Haberer, and Holly Janssen.
Ellie Foxhoven of Crofton- Junior Round Robin Champion. Belt buckle sponsored by Rader Feed & Supply Store in Creighton... For more news like this and more details, please remember to pick up this week's edition of the Crofton Journal, or sign up for the e-edition!
over 2 years ago, Staff
Ellie Foxhoven of Crofton- Junior Round Robin Champion. Belt buckle sponsored by Rader Feed & Supply Store in Creighton.
It's been a busy summer, and with the school year starting up, new school staff, and football season starting up, it isn't going to slow down! Want to keep up-to-date on everything? Then consider getting a subscription to the Crofton Journal! For only $20 you can purchase an annual e-edition, or if you're already subscribed, simply pay an extra $5! If you're out of State but still want news about Crofton, you can get a free e-edition.
over 2 years ago, Staff
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Football and Volleyball season is starting up, which means you'll want to be getting professional photographs from future games! No worries, the Crofton Journal has got you covered with the SmugMug feature provided to those interested! Order custom prints in all shapes and sizes using professionally taken pictures. Simply follow the link below to get the product you need, and to help support your local news: https://paperandink.smugmug.com/The-Crofton-Journal
over 2 years ago, Staff
As part of the Crofton Congregational Church’s 115th Anniversary celebration- “Remembering the past- Celebrating the present -Looking to the future”, a weekend of Worship was held... For more, read about it in the Crofton Journal, or sign up for the e-edition!
over 2 years ago, Staff
Crofton Congregational holds “Walk Like a Christian” event
Crofton Congregational holds “Walk Like a Christian” event
Crofton Congregational holds “Walk Like a Christian” event
Crofton Congregational holds “Walk Like a Christian” event
Crofton's City Council held it's latest meeting on the 1st, and if you want to watch it, then you'll need to swing by the Crofton Journal's YouTube Channel and SUBSCRIBE to stay up-to-date: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hG9br_wWhg
almost 3 years ago, Staff
The Knox County Fair was held recently, providing lots of entertainment and fun! Want to learn what all happened and see photographs from the event? Then please consider picking up this week's edition of the Crofton Journal, or signing up for the e-edition now provided!
almost 3 years ago, Staff
4-H Clover Kids show their rabbits in an overload of cuteness at  the Knox County Fair, with the judge working with the young  members to help them learn more about the rabbit project.
Crofton-based Lucky Livewires is not only a large 4-H club, but  is one of the oldest continuous clubs in Knox County.
A military helicopter made a landing during the fair, allowing fair goers an up close look.
Black Hawk took the stage at Knox County Fair this past Saturday night and played all of their  best hits for nearly an hour and a half before a big crowd. On Friday night, it was Maddie and  Tae playing for a packed house.
Staff ready to start the year at St. Rose of Lima Elementary include, back row (l to r): - Father Keiter (Pastor), Mrs. Fiscus (5th & Principal), Mrs. Morrison (Preschool), Mrs. Melena (1st), Ms. McDonald (5-8 Math/Science, 7th homeroom), Mrs. Steffen (2nd), Mrs. Zimmerman (Para), Father An Duy (Associate Pastor); and front row - Mrs. Buschkamp (Preschool Para), Mrs. Foxhoven (Parish/School Secretary), Mrs. Schieffer (6-8 Religion/History, 6th homeroom), Mrs. Arens (6-8 Language Arts, 8th homeroom), Ms. Loecker (3rd/4th), Mrs. Jackson (School Nurse).
almost 3 years ago, Staff
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The August “Garden” of the month award was awarded to Dale in Charlotte Arens for a very productive garden. Their time and talent shows through with the landscaping and flowers at the end caps of their garden... For more details, read more about it in the Crofton Journal!
almost 3 years ago, Staff
“Garden of the Month” award goes to Arens family...
It's been a busy summer, and with the school year starting up, it isn't going to slow down! Want to keep up-to-date on everything? Then consider getting a subscription to the Crofton Journal! For only $20 you can purchase an annual e-edition, or if you're already subscribed, simply pay an extra $5! If you're out of State but still want news about Crofton, you can get a free e-edition.
almost 3 years ago, Staff
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Crofton held it's yearly "Dam Race" a few weeks ago, and the Crofton Journal was able to get loads of professional photos taken from throughout the whole event! If you'd like to purchase some custom prints with photographs from the day, then be sure to swing by the Journal's SmugMug feature! Simply follow the link below, and help support your local newspaper! https://paperandink.smugmug.com/The-Crofton-Journal/2022-Crofton-Dam-Race
almost 3 years ago, Staff
The sand volleyball league tournament recently concluded at Wiebelhaus Recreation in Crofton, with four teams being named in the season-end results... To learn more, read he full story in the Crofton Journal, or sign up for the e-edition online!
almost 3 years ago, Staff
Fourth-place was “Dat Ace”, front row (l to r): Kenzie Johnson, Leanna Gubbels,  Mandy Pravecek; and back: Brian Becker, Dylan Ruter, Lance Koch
Sand Volleyball Champions “Block Party” included (l to r): Tanner Fischer, Camie Fischer, Haley Schroeder, Danielle Steffen, Kenneth Schroeder and Dustin Weinandt
Third place went to the Blue Balls team (l to r), tront: Bailey Allen, Carissa Kuchta,  Kelsey Schumacher; and back row: Conner Wilson, Jack Kuchta, Brandon Ester,  Cole Schumacher
The Runner-Up team was “Big Tippers” of (l to r): Ashley Van Donselaar, Jordan Pavlik, Paige Nissen, Kelia Barta,Amy Chu, Steve Aldrich, Jeff Brunken and Zach Kokesh.
The Y-Disciple Catholic Youth Group (members from St. Wenceslaus, Verdigre and St. William, Niobrara) attended the Steubenville Youth Conference in St. Paul, Minnesota July 29-31... For more news, be sure to read about it in the Crofton Journal.
almost 3 years ago, Staff
Youth from St. William Catholic Church at Niobrara, and St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Verdigre, attended a Youth Conference  recently. They were under the direction of Chuck and Jenny Kucera. From the left, back row, Robyn Frank, Chuck  Kucera, Jenny Kucera, Joseph Pavelka; middle row, Eve Kucera, Coy Wickersham, Cash Wickersham, Jacob Pavelka; front,  Taylor Teadtke, Michaela Ravenkamp, Heidi Hollmann and Cody Wickersham.
The Knox County 4-H Fashion Show was held at the St. Marks Church in Bloomfield on Thursday, August 4th, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Trophy... Want to learn more? Then please consider picking up your copy of the Crofton Journal this week, and sign up for the e-edition!
almost 3 years ago, Staff
4-H Fashion Show held on August 4
School is starting back up, which means you're going to want be updated on future school events, school policies, and get news on what to expect this next school year! If this is your situation, we recommend subscribing to the Crofton Journal, and for only a small extra fee getting the e-edition (to get your news digitally). https://www.croftonjournal.com/o/the-crofton-journal/page/subscriptions For only $20 you can purchase an annual e-edition, or if you're already subscribed, simply pay an extra $5! If you're out of State but still want news about Crofton, you can get a free e-edition.
almost 3 years ago, Staff
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Crofton held it's yearly "Dam Race" not long ago, and the Crofton Journal was able to get loads of professional photos taken from throughout the whole event! If you'd like to purchase some custom prints with photographs from the day, then be sure to swing by the Journal's SmugMug feature! Simply follow the link below, and help support your local newspaper! https://paperandink.smugmug.com/The-Crofton-Journal/2022-Crofton-Dam-Race
almost 3 years ago, Staff
"What a week we had on the St. Rose campus! A huge thank you to those that helped make this Totus Tuus week of Catholic enrichment for our youth a success. Ninety elementary and junior/senior high students attended this year, making it one of the largest years yet!" Read more about it in the Crofton Journal for more news and additional information!
almost 3 years ago, Staff
Totus Tuus event held...
The defending district 6B champions from 2021 in the South Central League will not be returning to the South Dakota Amateur state tourney this season. Crofton was eliminated from the district tourney, losing to Tabor, 11-6, last Thursday, July 28. Crofton started out the tourney against Wynot, losing the opening game on Friday, July 22, 8-3. For additional information, please consider signing up for your weekly copy of the Crofton Journal.
almost 3 years ago, Staff
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