The last week of session is upon us. This week we will be working to reconcile the budgets of FY 2024, which will conclude on June 30, and set the final budget for next FY 2025, which runs from July 1-June 30, 2025. We will pass the 135th consecutive balanced...
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Area schools see changes in proposed sports classifications, alignments
By Dana Hess For the S.D. NewsMedia AssociationThe first reading of sports classifications and alignments for the next two school years received the endorsement of the South Dakota High School Activities Association board of directors at its meeting on Wednesday,...
2024 nest predator bounty program begins for youth
The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) kicks off the sixth year of the Nest Predator Bounty Program as part of Gov. Noem’s Second Century Initiative. The 2024 program opens for South Dakota youth under the age of 18 on March 1. The program will open to all South...
Bryant makes history as MCM’s first girls state wrestling champion
Alexis BryantMcCook Central/MontroseState Champion In her fourth trip to the SDHSAA Girls State Tournament, Alexis Bryant made history this past weekend! Alexis, a sophomore at Montrose High School, not only became the first ever girl state champion in MCM Fighting...
Four Canistota students selected for All-State Band
SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN ALL-STATE BAND Four students from Canistota have been selected to participate in this year’s All-State Band, scheduled to perform in Pierre, SD on Saturday, March 23 at T.F. Riggs High School at 4:00 p.m. They are (l-r) Brenen Brandenburg,...
Rieckman among finalists for Golden Owl Award
McCOOK CENTRAL’S RIECKMAN IS GOLDEN OWL FINALIST McCook Central FFA Advisor Terry Rieckman (center) is among eight exceptional teachers in South Dakota nominated as finalists for the Golden Owl Award. Rieckman is pictured here with Ray Trudeau, Martin-Trudeau...
New signs up to warn when Interstate 90 is closed
Owen Reitzel | Editor A few weeks ago, the South Dakota Department of Transportation (DOT) put up signs on the on-ramps near Alexandria, along with other on ramps, that have the I-90 logo.The question was asked, “What is this?”South Dakota’s DOT Area Engineer Jay...
Montrose third graders win SOUP-ER Bowl Challenge!
SOUP-ER BOWL CHALLENGE WINNERSThird graders from the Montrose school, under the direction of their teacher Denise Erickson, were this year’s winners of the 13th Annual SOUP-ER Bowl Challenge, bringing in the most food and personal care items per student for the...
17th Annual Learning Bridge Daycare Chili Cook-off approaching
The 17th Annual Chili & Soup Cook-Off, benefiting the Learning Bridge Daycare in Bridgwater, is scheduled for Monday, March 25, 2024, this year at the Bridgewater Fire Hall from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite soup, whether...
Alexandria American Legion to meet March 5
The Alexandria American Legion Post 41 will be holding their annual meeting on March 5th, 2024 at R.J. Sports Bar and Grill in Alexandria, SD.The events will begin at 6:00 p.m. with Social Hour, 7:00 p.m. Meal and 7:30 p.m. Business Meeting.All current members, as...