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Oversalted

You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent Haran was the father of Lot. Sadly, Haran died in his hometown of Ur in Babylonia leaving Lot without a father. Lot was not deprived of a strong male role model when Abraham adopted him. Abraham, his family and nephew...

Do you stretch?

Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent Of all our cats, Marble stretches the most frequently. Every time she gets up from sleeping or relaxing, she performs a long slow stretch by reaching her front paws far out ahead of her while lowering her head...

General remarks for staying safe on a school bus

As students embark on their educational journeys, the iconic yellow school bus becomes a symbol of adventure and learning. However, it’s essential to remember that safety should be a priority on every bus ride. From the moment you step onto the bus until you arrive...

Seven local FFA Agri-scientists advance to national competition

Caleb Hoffman, Isaac Chase Joseph Van Emmerik Colton Stiefvater, Karlie Stiefvater Lauren Roling, Alyssa Roling The National FFA Agriscience Fair is for FFA members interested in the science and technology of agriculture. Students compete in one of six categories:...

Abbie Chase named National Proficiency Finalist

Abbie Chase South Dakota FFA members are being recognized for hard work and career success through the National FFA Proficiency Award program. Proficiency Awards honor FFA members who, through supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs), have developed specialized...

Darrel Wicks

Age 76 Montrose, SD July 21, 2024 Darrel Wicks, 76, of Montrose, SD, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the VA Medical Center in Sioux Falls after a short, courageous battle with cancer. Memorial mass will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 20 at St. Patrick’s...

Salem Economic Development Corporation monthly board meeting

The monthly meeting of the Salem Economic Development Corporation was held Thursday, August 1, 2024 at the Blindert Insurance Conference Room.Those in attendance were Jeremy Grady, Logan Roth, Matt Alley, Brad Kranz, Deb Cheeseman, Keith Paulson, Carla Snyders, Glenda...

Cubs eliminated in tight game with Mt. Vernon

The Salem Cubs were eliminated from state tournament action by the Mt. Vernon Mustangs in their first game of the tournament on Saturday. The Cubs tried to make a comeback in the ninth inning but fell short, 4-3, to the Mustangs.The Cubs out-hit the Mustangs ten to...

Pitching and key hitting leads Angels to win over Cardinals

McSHERRY LEADS TEAM TO FIRST ROUND WINAlexandria pitcher Riley McSherry led the Angels to a first-round win over Flandreau at the South Dakota State B Amateur Tournament at Cadwell. (Photo/Owen Reitzel) Owen Reitzel | Editor MITCHELL – The pitching of Riley McSherry...