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General Election 2024 voting locations and information

Troy Schwans | Managing Editor The 2024 General Election, set for Tuesday, November 5, promises to be one of the most important in recent memory. This election will determine the country’s course on crucial issues such as the economy, healthcare, immigration, climate...

Children’s Christmas Store seeks donations to spark joy of giving

As the holiday season approaches, we are excited to prepare for the upcoming Children’s Christmas Store at Christ Lutheran Church in Salem on December 6 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. This special event allows children to purchase gifts for their loved ones, promoting the joy...

Bridgewater Golfer Records Hole in One

On Monday, October 28, there were five Bridgewater golfers out at Valley View Golf Course in Freeman. Ed Meyer, Jim Julson, Paul Richards, Brian Weber and Doug Weber. Since it is close to the end of the golf season, these were about the only ones out there. These...

Gessner recognized during SDSU Extension Fall Conference

South Dakota State University Extension recognized staff and faculty members for achievements in service and educational programming at its annual Fall Conference. This year’s event was September 30 to October 2, 2024, in Spearfish. Awards include recognition of SDSU...

Bingo Saturday at Salem Legion

Frank J. Brune American Legion Post 140 in Salem will be hosting Bingo this Saturday night, November 1, starting at 7:00 p.m.This is a very family-friendly event, and it supports your local American Legion.It will be a prepay format of 15 games/1 card for $15.00....

Stiefvater wins scholarship dollars during social media contest

By Lura Roti South Dakota Farmers Union awarded $100 in scholarship dollars to South Dakota students advocating for agriculture as part of the Farming For the Future Scholarship Contest. During the first two weeks of the seven-week contest Lilly Blume of Redfield;...

Montrose High School to host Veteran’s Day Program

Please join us for the Veteran’s Day Program on Monday, November 11th at 9:30 a.m. in the Montrose High School.The Montrose National Honor Society will provide donuts and coffee for our Veterans and their families at 9:00 a.m. The first two rows of the east parking...

Salem Main Street Trick or Treat Set for October 31

The Salem SD Chamber of Commerce is excited to again sponsor its annual Main Street Trick or Treat event on Thursday, October 31, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Children are encouraged to dress in costume and visit participating businesses throughout Salem for Halloween...

Salem Chamber businesses to sponsor Holiday Giveaway

Troy Schwans | Editor Don’t look now, but the holidays aren’t that far away and the Salem, SD Chamber of Commerce and member businesses are gearing up for their annual Holiday Giveaway!In past years, the Chamber and its members have given away hams and turkeys, but...