Grant VanAartsen

Carla Snyders | NCP Writer The “Ber” months have indeed arrived!The “Ber” months, (September, October, November, and December) mark the official end of summer and the beginning of the Holiday seasons. For many it is a sad time as giving up on summer is really hard to...

Troy’s Talk Troy Schwans | Managing Editor I haven’t written a column in over a year and before I write this one, I should re-introduce myself since in the past year we’ve added our Hanson County subscribers to this newspaper. First, let me thank you all for being...

You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent Paul was an ordinary man much like the twelve disciples Jesus chose. If anyone in Bible times saw Paul walking down a lonely road, they wouldn’t recognize him for the man he was. By looking into his face, they wouldn’t...

Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent Possibly. When Yaca was an outdoor cat, she caught mice and laid their lifeless bodies by our back door. She was able to catch mice even though her previous owners had de-clawed her. Even toy mice in our home...

The board approved a facility assessment that will review and prioritize the areas of the school that are deteriorating or in need of updates. This assessment is designed to give the school district guidance and advice on what projects are an immediate need and which...

Get ready to kick off your Friday with a burst of energy and community spirit at the much-anticipated “Perk Up with the Band” marching band preview show! Taking place on Friday, September 13th, this exciting event will start bright and early at 8:30 a.m., promising a...

The Montrose Booster Club will be hosting the Homecoming Tailgate on Friday, September 20th. We would like to extend an invitation to all MCM fans to attend!The tailgate will begin at 5:00 p.m. just outside the gates of the football stadium in Salem. Food will be...