Grant VanAartsen

Salem SD Chamber Burger Battle Champion Crowned

Five establishments participated in this year’s Salem SD Chamber Burger Battle seeking to be crowned the champion. The battle ran from March 17 through March 30. Diners voted on the meticulously crafted burgers based on overall appearance and overall taste. When the...

Butzke fills VBWDD Board vacancy following District expansion

BUTZKE The Vermillion Basin Water Development District (VBWDD) has announced that Fred Butzke of Salem has filled the Board of Director Area 6 Vacancy. The Area 6 Board position became available due to the recent expansion of the District boundaries. McCook County...

Canistota High School Prom – A Night in Greece

On Saturday, April 12, the Canistota junior class hosted prom with the theme “A Night in Greece.” For 19 seniors, it marked their final prom at Canistota High School. The evening included class photos, a Grand March, dinner, dancing, and a post-prom celebration at...

United Church of Canistota hosting fundraising gala, online auction

Matthew Mayer The United Church of Canistota is hosting a Fundraising Gala at the American Legion Hall in Canistota on Saturday, April 26th, for their “Building for the Future” project. The gala includes dinner, an online silent auction, a live auction and...

Special Election to be Held Tuesday

A special election will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Hanson County, South Dakota. At the election, the following question will be voted upon: Shall the Davison – Hanson Ambulance District be formed? Other information on the election may be found elsewhere in...

Make plans for the 2025 Spencer Alumni Banquet

This year’s Spencer Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Spencer Event Center located at 620 Cordo St. in Spencer, SD.Tickets are $20.00 each and must be purchased in advance. They are available at Security State Bank in...

Fundraiser Held for Roger Derouchey

Pictured are some of the items at the Hanson School Multi-Purpose Room which were parts of a fundraiser for Roger DeRouchey who was recently diagnosed with cancer. (Photo/Owen Reitzel)