Journey to Aberdeen – A Purpose Found

Angela Ramos was born in Brooklyn, New York, in a tough neighborhood where growing up didn’t feel safe. Her parents, ... Read the full story »

Published on May 11, 2026

Category: Community, People

Journey To Aberdeen: A Midwest Magic Kingdom

JESSICA PUENTE CASTRO GREW up in Chihuahua, Mexico, where the climate was dry and hot, the landscape ranch-like and rugged, ... Read the full story »

Published on March 10, 2026

Category: Community, People

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Where an American Story Begins

AAKRITY KUNWAR GREW UP IN THE city of Lalitpur, Nepal. Nestled in a valley south of the Himalayan Mountains, the ... Read the full story »

Published on January 8, 2026

Category: Community, People

ILA Devices Break Communication Barriers

RECENTLY, THE UNITED WAY OF Northeastern SD Foundation awarded several grants to nonprofits across the Aberdeen area to purchase a ... Read the full story »

Published on January 6, 2026

Category: Community, People

Where Youth Stays Golden: Q & A with the YAPA Youth Board

Run by the Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center and a United Way agency, the YAPAtorium is a place "for students, ... Read the full story »

Published on September 30, 2024

Category: Community, Your City

United Way Hits New Funding Milestone

The United Way of Northeastern South Dakota (UWNESD) recently concluded its annual fundraising campaign, surpassing all expectations and setting a ... Read the full story »

Published on May 13, 2024

Category: Community, Your City