By Dana Hess | For the S.D. NewsMedia Association A possible budget cut for South Dakota Public Broadcasting is causing concern for the South Dakota High School Activities Association.At its meeting on Wednesday, January 22, the SDHSAA board of directors heard a...
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Barartini recognized as Canistota Good Samaritan Society’s Employee of the Month
Debi Barartini has been recognized as Canistota Good Samaritan Society’s (GSS) Employee of the Month.Debi has been with GSS Canistota for quite a few years and is a hard-working nurse. She has been willing to pick up shifts as a charge nurse and as a medication nurse....
First Dakota scholarship applications available
First Dakota National Bank announces the 2025-2026 First Dakota Scholarship applications are available. First Dakota understands the importance of higher education. We support our communities and the youth within them. First Dakota is proud to offer scholarships...
Card of Thanks
The family of Pat Eich would like to thank all those who sent cards, money, brought food, and called with words of sympathy. God bless.Charlie Eich and family
Card of Thanks
The family of Don Miles wishes to thank everyone for all their prayers, cards, calls, memorials, messages, food and visits. Special thanks to the First Responders, Father Bob Krantz, Andy and Laura at Kinzley Funeral Home, the Marquardt Family for singing, the Ruste...
Card of Thanks
A very special thank you for all of the help and support during Dan’s passing. We are so grateful to Father Krantz for the prayer service, funeral and his friendship. We appreciate all who helped in any way. Especially all who responded to the 911 call, pallbearers,...
Bingo Saturday at Salem Legion
Frank J. Brune American Legion Post 140 in Salem will be hosting Bingo this Saturday night, February 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....
Golden West announces 2025 scholarship program
High school seniors residing in the Golden West Telecommunications service area can now apply for one of 45 $1,000 scholarships available to qualifying students.Now in its 27th year, the Golden West scholarship program awards scholarships to help offset tuition for...
From the South Dakota House
By Rep. Drew Peterson Hello District 19 –Tuesday marked the start of the second week of the 100th Legislative Session, and with that, the pace and workload have increased. As of Friday, we only have 30 days left of the session, so I anticipate some long days ahead as...
News from the Capitol
By Representative Jessica Bahmuller We have completed our second week of the 100th legislative session. Things are picking up in the second week. There are almost 200 bills introduced already.I serve on the Commerce and Energy committee and the State Affairs...