South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that Jay Ostrem of Centerville was arraigned last week Thursday in Salem on nine felony counts in the May 27 shooting deaths of three people in Centerville. The arraignment was held in Salem due to the condition of...
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Fourth Annual Barn Raisin’ BBQ/Rib Fest is Saturday
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer This Saturday, June 29th, at the McCook County Fairgrounds in Salem the fourth annual Barn Raisin’ Rib Fest will be taking place. A fun day of events and activities are planned with the highlight being the ribs cookoff contest. This event...
Freeman group hosting educational program on Israel-Palestine conflict June 28
The Freeman Network for Justice in Peace is hosting its second program in a five-part series exploring the longstanding conflict in the Middle East between Israel and Palestine Friday, June 28, at the Freeman Community Center beginning at 7:00 p.m.All are welcome to...
Alexandria Car Show
ALEXANDRIA CAR SHOW WINNER BELOW: This car was the winner of the RJ’s Sports Bar trophy at the Alexandria Car Show sponsored by the Alexandria Fire Department. (Photo/Lori Reitzel)
Future Leaders 4-H Club holds June meeting
The Future Leaders 4-H Club met on June 23 for their annual family picnic. President Maria Addy welcomed all members and guests.After the meal, Maria called the meeting to order. Jacob Tschetter led the flag pledge while Felicia Addy led the 4-H pledge. Secretary...
McCook County 4-H Horse Show rescheduled to Friday
Due to rain, the annual McCook County 4-H Horse Show, originally scheduled for Friday, June 14, 2024, has been rescheduled to this Friday, June 28, 2024 at Stone Pony Arena in Salem beginning at 10:00 a.m.Concessions will be selling grilled hamburgers and hot dogs...
Hanson graduate receives fellowship to help continue studies
Owen Reitzel | Editor 2019 Hanson High School graduate Sam Schleich has received a fellowship from the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) to help him continue his studies toward his doctorate at Indiana University. The GRFP is...
Second Salem Chamber Downtown Market approaching
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer The second Salem SD Chamber Downtown Market is scheduled for Wednesday, July 10th, from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. The theme for July will be “America”! This will be a full night of fun featuring local vendors, music, and special events for both kids...
4-H clubs to auction baskets at Barn Raisin’ BBQ
We have many things going on June 29th, both old and new, at the Barn Raisin’ BBQ. One of the new things added this year is the 4-H Auction Baskets.Over the years we have auctioned food, fencing and gates at the fairgrounds, and various themed baskets. We have used...
BE Student Boosters to host Night in the Park
The Bridgewater-Emery Student Boosters will be hosting Night in the Park at the Emery City Park on Thursday, July 11, 2024 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.There will be a freewill meal of hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and beans. There will also be a drawing for a 30-for-30...