Reflections on Faith & Community Rev. Jerry Bertelson There’s something deeply human about preparation. We wouldn’t dream of showing up to run a marathon without training or performing in a concert without practice. The most meaningful moments in our lives often...
Grant VanAartsen
What occupation does your pet have?
Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent Our cats have demonstrated the following occupational skills - Garbage collector: Nelson chased wads of paper that were tossed toward the trash. He ‘fetched’ and retrieved those that missed the can and brought...
Salem Economic Development Corporation monthly meeting
The monthly meeting of the Salem Economic Development Corporation was held on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at the Blindert Insurance Conference Room, Salem.Those in attendance were Logan Roth, Glenda Blindert, Brad Kranz, Lori Heumiller, Keith Paulsen, and Carla Snyders....
From the South Dakota House
Rep. Drew Peterson Hello District 19 –As a farmer, a resident of rural South Dakota, and a father of a young child with another on the way, I believe I understand the challenges facing our rural communities and state. Week eight of the 100th Legislative Session...
From the Senate Chambers. . .
By Kyle Schoenfish | District 19 Senator Week 8 ReportOne week of Session is left with the completion of Week Eight.HB 1164 changes the process for nominating a Lieutenant Governor. The Governor and Lieutenant Governor run together on the same ticket, but the...
News from the Capitol
Representative Jessica Bahmuller Attorney General Marty Jackley has recently been cracking down on criminal activity within government. Jackley proposed a bill package to further advance government accountability. I brought two of these bills to the floor. The first...
Future Leaders 4-h Club holds meeting
The Future Leaders 4-H club met on March 9. Vice President Allison Leber called the meeting to order. Brandon Stiefvater led the flag pledge while Felicia Addy led the 4-H pledge. Secretary Karlie Stiefvater led the roll call with the question of “Name your favorite...
Arlo Koerner
Age 79 Freeman, SD February 13, 2025 Arlo Koerner, 79, of rural Freeman, SD, passed away at his residence on February 13, 2025 from natural causes. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on March 14, 2025 at Salem MB Church in rural Bridgewater, South Dakota....
Dane Krull
Age 35 Fort Wayne, IN February 26, 2025 Dane Christian Krull passed away February 26, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dane was born October 31, 1989, in Omaha, Nebraska to Richard and Stephanie (Deardorf) Krull. Growing up, his family called several places home, moving...
Women’s self-care advocate will speak at ACT in Mitchell
Owen Reitzel | Editor On Saturday, April 5, women’s self-care advocate and hygienist, Kelli Jaecks, will head a discussion called Millennials, Motherhood, and Menopause at the Mitchell Area Community Theatre (ACT).According to her website, https://kellijaecks.com,...