By Lura Roti If you are a student passionate about agriculture and eager to advocate, South Dakota Farmers Union Farming for the Future Scholarship is an opportunity to compete for cash for college. Scholarship funds of $15,000 will be awarded.All majors and students...
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Wildlife Clubs holds meeting; begins new season
The McCook County Wildlife Club, located 3 miles east of Salem on Highway 38, held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, with approximately 40 members in attendance. A meal of barbecues, potatoes, beans, and more was served.Members and guests...
First Dakota announces incoming board member
First Dakota National Bank announced the addition of a member to its Board of Directors—Ballard Spahr Law Firm attorney Amy Arndt.A Partner and a member of the Elected Board of Ballard Spahr, LLP, Arndt brings a wealth of knowledge and talent to First Dakota’s...
Daylight Saving Time
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer Are you ready for an extra hour of sleep? For many Americans, that will soon be a reality!The twice-annual time change, which allows for more daylight in the evenings in spring and summer and more daylight in the fall and winter, begins in...
Joseph’s Prayer
You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent A weary Joseph walked out into the cool darkness of the evening and looked up at the stars. He needed to pray to the Star Maker: “Thank you for explaining Mary’s pregnancy to me through a dream, otherwise I wouldn’t be...
Are you blessed?
Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent Anyone entering our home will see a tall cat tree positioned next to our back door where our cats recline in comfort and view the backyard. A set of 4 upholstered steps next to the couch provides an easy ascent...
Jackley reminds citizens to guard against scams
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley strongly urges citizens to stay alert when dealing with internet and telephone scams.“This week’s indictment of a California man in an internet scam where at least $325,000 was allegedly stolen from a Lawrence County couple...
Vermillion Basin Water Development District meets
The Vermillion Basin Water Development District (VBWDD) convened at 6:30 p.m. for a regular meeting in the district office in Centerville, South Dakota, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Directors present were Robin Dykstra, Area 5; Bob Iverson, Area 1; Sarah Chadima,...
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...