BRIDGEWATER HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1965 The Bridgewater High School Class of 1965 celebrated their 60-year reunion at last weekend’s Bridgewater High School Alumni Banquet. Pictured are: (back, l-r) Eileen Wollman Sturzenbecher, Roger Marken, Sharon Tschetter...
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Barn Raisin’ BBQ is this weekend in Salem
Fireworks at 10:00 p.m.! Troy Schwans | Managing Editor It’s here! The 5th Annual Barn Raisin’ BBQ returns to the McCook County Fair Grounds in Salem this Saturday, June 21. With a full day of events, live music, friendly competition, and family-friendly activities,...
Downtown Market Season off to a strong start
COMMUNITY GATHERS FOR DOWNTOWN MARKET FUN A crowd enjoys live music and mingles during the first Downtown Market of the season in Salem. The event featured local vendors, food trucks, kids activities, and strong support from area sponsors, drawing visitors from both...
Catholic Daughters mark 75 years with pilgrimage to Salem grotto
GATHERING IN PRAYER AND REFLECTION Faithful sit in reflection around the Lourdes Grotto Shrine in Salem during the Catholic Daughters’ 75th anniversary pilgrimage on June 9. The event included a rosary, Mass, and a Marian presentation, bringing members and guests...
Alexandria to host 9th Annual Car Show Saturday
Troy Schwans | Managing Editor Car enthusiasts from across the region will gather in Alexandria this Saturday, June 21, 2025, for the 9th Annual Alexandria Car Show, proudly sponsored by the Alexandria Fire District.This year’s theme, “Show Your Muscles,” celebrates a...
60th Wedding Anniversary open house and card shower
Gale and Geri Patzlaff will celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary with an Open House on Sunday, June 29th from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at United Methodist Church (Mitchell). Cake and beverages served.Cards can be mailed to: 25074 423rd Ave., Alexandria, SD 57311
Bridal Shower Open House
Please join us for an open house bridal shower for Samantha Heumiller on Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the Brett Snyders’ home located at 43596 252nd St., Salem. Samantha is the daughter of Nicole Snyders Bakke and Doug Heumiller. The couple is...
Bingo and prizes await at Canistota Legion June 21
The Canistota American Legion Auxiliary is bringing the fun on Saturday night, June 21, with a full evening of Bingo and a Chase the Ace drawing.Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and Bingo kicks off at 6:00 p.m. For just a $3 donation, players can enjoy 10 games, about an...
McCook Central Athletic Booster Club meeting
The McCook Central Athletic Booster Club will hold a meeting on Sunday, June 29 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the McCook Central Performing Arts Center (PAC).All members, supporters, and community members interested in helping promote and support McCook...
Painter re-elected as Montrose Mayor; Ambulance District Board members chosen
Election Results Troy Schwans | Managing Editor Voters in two local elections cast their ballots on Tuesday, June 17, one deciding the mayoral race in Montrose and the other selecting the inaugural board for the newly formed Davison-Hanson Ambulance District.In...