SENIOR MADDY LAUCK REACTS TO POINT McCook Central/Montrose senior Maddy Lauck reacts to MCM scoring a point in a home match earlier this season. MCM Volleyball On Tuesday, October 1, the McCook Central/Montrose Fighting Cougars volleyball team traveled to Dell Rapids...
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Annual State Park entrance license available for 2025
The 2025 annual park entrance license for South Dakota’s state parks and recreation areas is available for purchase.The 2025 park entrance license is valid from October 1, 2024, through May 16, 2026. The license is required for entrance into designated state parks,...
Two popular boat ramps to see improvements this fall
The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks (GFP) announced that two popular boat ramps will receive improvements this fall.“We have two major boat ramp replacements taking place this fall,” said Adam Kulesa, Parks Planning Administrator. “These projects are set to take...
October 10, 2024
Scheff brothers experience big game hunt for disabled youth
BROTHERS ENJOY SPECIAL BIG GAME HUNT Brothers Jaren and Jaxon Scheff from Montrose were among a small group of youth hunters that participated in a big game hunt specifically catered for young hunters with disabilities. TARGET PRACTICE BEFORE THE HUNT Jaren and Jaxon...
Traditional pheasant hunting opener nearing
Troy Schwans | Editor It’s fall, the days are getting shorter, the nights are getting cooler, and the harvest is in full swing. That means there’s also one very popular event about to happen – the traditional pheasant season opener in South Dakota!It’s termed...
Hanson High School’s Homecoming King and Queen
Stephanie Aulner and Camden Warnke were named Queen and King for Hanson’s 2024 Homecoming. Congratulations! (Photo/Owen Reitzel)
Jerico Shape earns top honors in academic achievement
Jerico Shape Jerico Shape, a dedicated teacher, paraprofessional, and coach at the Marion School District, has reached an impressive milestone by being inducted into the Golden Key Honor Society.To earn this prestigious recognition, he had to be among the top one...
Area FFA members among jacket recipients
To its owner, the FFA jacket is a physical reminder of the personal accomplishments achieved through the organization - a symbol of commitment and dedication for all who wear the corduroy. This fall, a record number 458 South Dakota FFA members from 88 chapters, will...
A Night of Laughter with The Veterans of Comedy at Montrose American Legion
Ruste-Waul Post 154 is thrilled to announce the return of The Veterans of Comedy (TVOC) on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Following their memorable performances in February 2020, TVOC, led by comedian Will C. (William Clifton), is set to entertain once...