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Bob Montross, champion of South Dakota’s beef industry, dies at 76
Bob Montross, an icon of South Dakota’s beef industry and a tireless ambassador of agriculture, died Friday at age 76.
According to his obituary, Montross passed at his home in De Smet.
Montross was a founding board member of Beef Bucks, Inc., a non-profit organization. Through the Beef Bucks program, Montross, his wife, Nancy, and the group’s volunteer board of directors worked to promote the beef industry. Millions of dollars and thousands of pounds in beef purchases have flowed through the program since 1997.
“The loss of Bob Montross is deeply felt by the entire Beef Bucks family, as well as the broader beef industry,” stated Beef Bucks, Inc. said in a Sunday news release. “He leaves behind a void that will be challenging to fill, but his legacy will continue to inspire and guide us as we move forward.”
More: SD Highway Patrol receives Beef Bucks to help law enforcement families in need
A pitchman, Montross constantly used his connections to advocate for his passion projects. With Beef Bucks, his advocacy culminated in a prize appearance on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ in early 2012, drawing a national spotlight on the South Dakota product and creating a years-long partnership with the television show.
The success of Montross’ Beef Bucks program helped fund the education of multiple South Dakota students pursuing agriculture careers through scholarships and provided annual monetary support for South Dakota Highway Patrol.
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Montross continued to strive toward the betterment of his local community throughout the success of the nonprofit. The De Smet man served on the township’s board during the conception of the Lake Thompson revitalization project and was also an officer of the De Smet Cemetery Association.
Additionally, Montross served as an organizer and fundraiser for various community initiatives, including the construction of the De Smet Event and Wellness Center, a project recognized by the Bush Foundation.
Just as well, Montross helped found the Kingsbury County Cattlemen of South Dakota, which initiated the South Dakota legislative beef luncheon in the South Dakota Capitol Rotunda.
Multiple local, regional, and national beef associations and agricultural publications have recognized Montross’ promotion of the beef industry.
This includes the South Dakota Hall of Fame, which awarded Montross and his wife the 2023 Acts of Excellence Award in August for “extraordinary work in the South Dakota beef industry,” according to the organization’s website. The De Smet couple also received the award in 2020.
Montross is survived by his wife, Nancy; children, Michelle (Nathan Fetters), Michael (Shannon), Charity (Joe Kuhl), and grandchildren Reece Montross, Reagan Montross, William Kuhl, and Zetta Kuhl.
A private graveside service for Montross was held Tuesday at De Smet Cemetery.
The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at April 22, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from April 22 drawing
24-29-32-49-63, Powerball: 11, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto America numbers from April 22 drawing
15-20-32-46-48, Star Ball: 04, ASB: 03
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Dakota Cash numbers from April 22 drawing
05-06-09-14-32
Check Dakota Cash payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from April 22 drawing
17-26-43-44-53, Bonus: 05
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
- Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
- Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
- Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Dakota editor. You can send feedback using this form.
The University of South Dakota announced on Wednesday, April 22, that Athletic Director Jon Schemmel has received a five-year contract extension running through the 2030-31 academic year.
Schemmel has been in his position since January 2024 and was South Dakota’s senior associate athletic director for development from 2012-2017.
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“The University of South Dakota and Vermillion community is where our family wants to be,” Schemmel said in a press release. “I am humbled and grateful for the continued trust from President (Sheila) Gestring and the South Dakota Board of Regents to continue leading this athletics program. Coyote Nation has the best fans and donors, and we have a group of coaches, staff and student-athletes who are committed to competing for championships and continuing their excellence in the classroom and community.”
The athletics department has raised $49 million since Schemmel took over as AD, including $35 million in the 2025-26 academic year.
The Coyotes have won a Missouri Valley Football Conference championship and Summit League volleyball and men’s indoor track and field titles with Schemmel at the helm.
“USD’s athletic programs continue to thrive under Jon’s leadership,” Gestring said. “His knowledge of Division I athletics, forward-thinking vision for our teams and strength in fundraising have all been assets to our university. Our program is in great hands, and I am looking forward to seeing what Jon, his staff and our student-athletes achieve in the next five years.”
This article originally appeared on Sioux Falls Argus Leader: South Dakota extends AD Jon Schemmel through 2030-31 academic year
The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at April 21, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from April 21 drawing
01-36-43-56-58, Mega Ball: 07
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from April 21 drawing
01-04-40-47-58, Bonus: 04
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
- Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
- Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
- Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Dakota editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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