Former Hanson coach Jim Haskamp was honored at halftime of Hanson’s game with Canistota for his 36 years coaching the Hanson football program. He is surrounded by his family and some of the former players that he coached over the years. (Photo/Owen Reitzel)
Grant VanAartsen
October 24, 2024
Prairie Dogs Search and Rescue has training session at Streff farm
SEARCH AND RESCUE DOGS PRACTICE IN SALEM FIELD Prairie Dogs Search and Rescue (PDSAR) practiced tracking skills at the Streff farm near Salem. The K9s, trained in Tracking, Area Search, and Human Remains Detection, assist authorities in locating missing people. PDSAR...
Salem’s Pheasant Opener Sip & Shop: A fun alternative on the pheasant opener
The Salem SD Chamber is offering a special experience this Saturday, October 19, for those looking for an alternative to pheasant hunting.While South Dakota’s traditional pheasant hunting season kicks off on Saturday, not everyone is heading out to the fields. If...
Dykes Boys Grow Nearly 800 LB. Pumpkin
Gunner and Drake Dykes, sons of Dani and Eric Dykes, grew a giant pumpkin this summer at their home south of Salem. They entered their pumpkin in the Great SD Pumpkin Weigh-off at the Riverview Tree Farm Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, October 5th. They earned first...
Chase selected to serve as 2024-25 State 4-H Ambassador
ABBIE CHASE As some 4-H youth were showing livestock and delivering presentations at the South Dakota State Fair, Abbie Chase of Salem, SD was hearing her name announced during the 4-H Recognition Ceremony as one of the newly selected State 4-H Ambassadors.“I was...
Ace Hardware Holds Grand Opening at Alexandria Location
Ace Hardware owners Joe and Heidi Jarding cut the ribbon at the new Ace Hardware store that officially opened on Thursday, October 10 in Alexandria. (Photo/Owen Reitzel)
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...
McCook Central Music Booster Annual Potato Supper to be held
The McCook Central Music Boosters are once again holding the annual Potato Supper event. The event is scheduled for Sunday, October 20, 2024. Supper will be served from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. in the All-Purpose Room with the performances starting at 7:05 p.m. in the McCook...
Bingo Saturday at Salem Legion
Frank J. Brune American Legion Post 140 in Salem will be hosting Bingo this Saturday night, October 19, 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....