The Cowgirls of McCook County: A rodeo way of life

The Cowgirls of McCook County: A rodeo way of life

MICHAELA McCORMICK TAYLOR McGREGOR SIERRA McGREGOR Carla Snyders | NCP Writer For Michaela McCormick and sisters Taylor and Sierra McGregor, rodeo is more than just a sport—it’s a lifestyle. These “Hometown Cowgirls” have each carved their own path in the rodeo world, showcasing the grit, determination, and passion needed to shine in the arena.Starting as...

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Letter to the Editor

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Obituaries

Lee Bridge

Age 83 Wagner, SD October 4, 2024 Lee Bridge, 83, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024 peacefully in his sleep at his home in Wagner, SD. Funeral services were held on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at the United Methodist Church in Wagner. Peters Funeral Home in Wagner...

Mary Ann Cross

Age 83 Sioux Falls, SDOctober 5, 2024Mary Ann Cross, 83, of Sioux Falls passed away on October 5, 2024 at Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, October 9 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Salem. Burial service followed...

Jerry Weber, Sr.

Age 92 Bridgewater, SD October 3, 2024 Jerry Weber, Sr., age 92, of Bridgewater, passed away October 3, 2024 at Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 9 at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church in Bridgewater. Cards may be...

Lyle Healy

Age 94 Montrose, SD October 1, 2024 Lyle J. Healy, 94, of Montrose, passed away October 1, 2024 at the VA Medical Center in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Montrose. Visi-tation with...

Pat Culver

Age 84Mitchell, SD September 25, 2024Pat A. Culver, age 84 of Mitchell, SD, died Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Diamond Care Center in Bridgewater, SD. A Celebration of Life service will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 4, 2024 at the Will Funeral Chapel...

Constance Hofer

Age 74May 20, 2024Constance Paulette “Connie” Hofer was born October 23, 1949. As a child she enjoyed riding her horse and being a proud South Dakota farm girl. Upon graduation from high school in Bridgewater, SD, she was employed for 30 years at Searles...

Dale Dykes

Age 81 Alexandria, SD September 10, 2024 Dale Roger Dykes was born at Bridgewater, SD to Nathan and Marie (Gossel) Dykes on December 31, 1942. He passed away September 10, 2024 at the age of 81 years at Dougherty Hospice in Sioux Falls, SD. A memorial service will be...

Larry Falk

Age 72 Mesa, Arizona September 8, 2024 Larry Falk, age 72, from Mesa, Arizona and formerly from the Spencer, SD area passed away on September 8, 2024. He is survived by one brother, Glen. There will be a private service held at a later date.

Sports

MCM comes back to top Seahawks, 36-28

BEE’S MACKLEN WEBER PUSHES TO GAIN MORE YARDS Bridgewater-Emery/Ethan Seahawk runner Macklen Weber (#10) reaches to gain more yardage in a loss to McCook Central/Montrose last week Friday in Bridgewater. (Photo/Owen Reitzel) MCM’S WIEBERSICK HANDS OFF TO SCHMIDT MCM...

Hawks volleyball beats Howard in three sets

SMASH OUT CANCER NIGHT AT HAWK’S GAME The Canistota volleyball team entered the court last week Thursday night ready to SMASH OUT CANCER during their game against the Tigers from Howard. Many events were held including a 50/50 raffle, bake sale, duck toss, and a dress...

McCook Central/Montrose Cross Country Team

Members of this year’s McCook Central/Montrose cross country team include: (back, l-r) Earl Heumiller, Jaxson Scheff, Otto Uberty, Noah Durfee, Renee Uberty, Adam Heumiller, Antone Krempges, Coach Gessner; (front) Derek Durfee, Jorja Weber, Claire Vogel, and Claire...

59th annual buffalo roundup sets new record

The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks announced that a new Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup attendance record has been set.The park had 24,178 visitors attend the 59th annual Governor’s Buffalo Roundup, surpassing the previous record of 22,690 visitors set in...

Hanson falls to Tigers in conference play

HAWKS TAKE DOWN TIGERS Canistota senior Domino Hayes passes up the ball against Howard on Thursday, October 3rd in Canistota. The lady Hawks defeated the Tigers in three straight sets. Hanson Football Owen Reitzel | Editor HOWARD – The Howard Tigers, top-rated in...

Bridgewater-Emery, Hanson Volleyball Roundup

BRIDGEWATER-EMERY VOLLEYBALL VS. ETHAN Bridgewater-Emery Huskies players Reese Meyer-Bublitz, Hayden Hofer, and Maizey Strombeck watch the results after a kill attempt against Ethan. (Photo/Owen Reitzel) Tues., October 1, 2024 Ethan 3, Bridgewater-Emery 2 EMERY –...

Fighting Cougars fall short in back-to-back matches

SENIOR MADDY LAUCK REACTS TO POINT McCook Central/Montrose senior Maddy Lauck reacts to MCM scoring a point in a home match earlier this season. MCM Volleyball On Tuesday, October 1, the McCook Central/Montrose Fighting Cougars volleyball team traveled to Dell Rapids...

Two popular boat ramps to see improvements this fall

The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks (GFP) announced that two popular boat ramps will receive improvements this fall.“We have two major boat ramp replacements taking place this fall,” said Adam Kulesa, Parks Planning Administrator. “These projects are set to take...