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Fourth annual SDDOT snowplow naming contest underway

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has announced the fourth annual snowplow naming contest. Over the past three winters, SDDOT has actively engaged with thousands of South Dakotans to bring this contest to life. Thousands of clever names have been...

Canistota Marching Band Showcase held

FANS AND SUPPORTORS TREATED TO MARCHING BAND SHOWCASEThe Canistota music program put on an indoor Marching Band Showcase Night on Tuesday, October 24. The high school band concluded the evening performing “Wake Me Up,” “On Wisconsin,” and their cadence. The high...

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend

Troy Schwans | Managing Editor Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the practice of setting the clocks forward one hour from standard time during the summer months, and back again in the fall, in order to make better use of natural daylight. As DST starts, which was the case...

McCook Central Marching Band recounts successful and memorable season

McCOOK CENTRAL MARCHING BANDThe McCook Central Marching Band, under the direction of Austin Herrboldt, has had a very successful marching season earning numerous awards after competing in five major contests throughout the season. The cool autumn air resonated with...

Spencer Event Center to hold carry-out soup supper

Troy Schwans | Editor The Spencer Event Center will be holding a carry-out soup supper on Sunday, November 12 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. However, it’s important to note that it will be pre-order and “carry-out” only!Because it’s pre-order and carry-out only, it’s a great...

Salem Chamber businesses to sponsor Holiday Giveaway

Troy Schwans | Editor Don’t look now, but the holidays aren’t that far away and the Salem, SD Chamber of Commerce and member businesses are gearing up for their annual Holiday Giveaway!In past years, the Chamber and its members have given away hams and turkeys, but...

Congratulations! Mayors Choice Award Recipent

The Mayor’s Choice Award for the best decorated trunk at the Montrose Trunk or Treat went to Deb Raap (left). She is shown with Mayor Susie Painter. Congratulations and thank you to all the participants.

Freeman community blood drive scheduled

The next Freeman community blood drive through LifeServe is scheduled for Wednesday, November 22, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Freeman Community Center. To schedule an appointment call LifeServe Blood Center at 800-287-4903.This blood drive is sponsored by...

Canistota High School Band

Some Canistota High School band members perform for the audience during last week’s Marching Band Showcase Night.

Salem Main Street Trick or Treat

HANSON SCHOOL NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY TRUCK N TREAT Members of the Hanson School National Honor Society are ready to hand out candy at the Hanson School Trunk N Treat held on Sunday, October 29. (Photo/Owen Reitzel) THE PROPANE HEATERS SAY IT ALL! It was cold and snowy...