Fundraiser supports East Coast trip for local students Montrose is sending off summer in style with a full day of fun and fundraising at the Summer’s Last Bash, set for Saturday, August 9. The event is a fundraiser to support the Montrose East Coast trip, and promises...
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Kay Koch named Rookie and Agency of the Year
South Dakota Farmers Union Insurance, based in Huron, SD, announced that Kay Koch of Salem was awarded the Agraria / Farmers Mutual Insurance Company Agency of the Year as well as Rookie Agent of the Year for 2024.This award is given to the top-performing new agent...
Another miracle
You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent In the New Testament many Jews believed Jesus to be the Messiah. He said to these followers, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” But...
Your life changes when you do!
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer “Your life does not get better by chance: it gets better by change” Jim RohnHave you ever sat in silence, staring at your to-do list, wondering when life will feel easier? When will the breakthrough finally arrive? When will the right...
Do cats communicate with us?
Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent It’s been said that a dog comes when called, but a cat takes a message and gets back to you. That’s not necessarily true with all cats. Cats respond and communicate effectively with people who take the time to...
$3,500 Grant Presented to McCook County Food Pantry
As part of its annual giving, the Salem Area Foundation awarded $3,500 to the McCook County Food Pantry to support its community service efforts. Shown during the presentation are (l-r): SAF board members Jeremy Grady and Glenda Blindert; Pantry Manager Beth Skaff;...
Salem American Legion Benefits From Foundation Grant
The Salem American Legion received a $500 grant as part of the 2025 funding from the Salem Area Foundation. Taking part in the check presentation were (l-r): SAF board members Jeremy Grady and Glenda Blindert; Legion representatives Ken Carlson and Butch Meyer; and...
Salem Volunteer Fire Department Awarded $3,500 Grant
The Salem Volunteer Fire Department was awarded a $3,500 grant from the Salem Area Foundation during this year’s grant distribution. Pictured during the presentation are (l-r): SAF board members Jeremy Grady and Glenda Blindert; Fire Department members Nathan Olinger...
Hanson County 4-Hers participate in county and state 4-H shows
Lauren Miller Taylor Kayser Tynley Kayser The Sanborn County 4-H Horse Show was held on Tuesday, June 17 at the 4-H Grounds in Forestburg with Jen Martinez as the judge. A total of fifteen 4-Hers participated in this event.The results are as follows for Hanson County...
Nominations open for farmers to serve on FSA county committee
Nominations are now being accepted for farmers and ranchers to serve on local U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees. These committees make important decisions about how federal farm programs are administered locally. All...