Paws for thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier |CorrespondentI work from home using a computer. When the space-bar at the lower edge of my computer keyboard quit working recently, I tipped the keyboard over and shook it in case something was lodged between the keys causing...
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Sears Christmas catalog
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer With Holiday shopping in full swing, I can’t help but remember the days when the arrival of the Winter Christmas Catalog came out. It was called The Christmas Wish Book and I would look forward to it every year!The Sears Wish Book was a...
It’s time to re-visit caring for your Christmas Poinsettia
Garden to go Donna Rumbaugh | Extension Master Gardener One of the most common, yet beautiful plants of the holiday season is the Poinsettia. What used to only come in red, now comes in a wide variety of colors and custom decorative add-ons like glitter and scents.You...
Women of the Bible
You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent The Israelites brought sin upon themselves through idol worship. Israel began a vicious cycle of exchanging worship of God for their idolatry. God’s people didn’t set out to be idolaters but they intermarried with...
Candy Cane Lane has been created in Alexandria for Christmas
ALEXANDRIA TO HOST CANDY CANE LANE 8th Street in Alexandria has been temporarily renamed Candy Cane Lane for the Christmas season. (Photo/Owen Reitzel) Owen Reitzel | Editor Eighth Street in Alexandria will be temporarily renamed Candy Cane Lane for the Christmas...
Salem among communities awarded child care grants
Recently the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) announced multiple recipients of Governor Kristi Noem’s Investment Plan for Child Care. “These grants will help parents expand their child care options,” said Governor Kristi Noem. “Our kids and grandkids...
Experience the Magic at the Festival of Trees!
Step into a winter wonderland of enchantment at the Canistota Legion Hall this Saturday, December 2nd, as we present the most awaited event of the season—the Festival of Trees! This year, prepare to be dazzled by a festive spectacle featuring beautifully adorned...
Salem’s Annual Hometown Christmas and Parade of Lights are here!
SANTA CLAUS TO VISIT SALEMSanta Claus will make a repeat visit again this year as he has confirmed that he’ll be here for Salem’s annual Parade of Lights this Friday evening beginning at 7:00 p.m. Troy Schwans | Managing Editor Salem Community Women, in conjunction...
Christmas Sing-A-Long in Montrose Saturday
This Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Montrose Legion there will be a free Christmas Sing-A-Long with live music sponsored by the Prairie Fire Riders chapter of The Christian Motorcyclists Association.For more info contact Linda Ruste at...
Alexandria UMC to host Winter Festival Bake Sale
In conjunction with Alexandria’s Winter Festival happening on Saturday, December 9th, the Alexandria United Methodist Church will be hosting a Bake Sale accepting free-will donations, with all proceeds going to the Hanson County Child Protection Team.We invite...