The meeting of the Salem Economic Development Corporation Meeting was held on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the Blindert Insurance Conference Room.The meeting was called to order by President Jeremy Grady.Approval of Board Meeting Minutes: March 6, 2025.The Financial...
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Operation Round-Up application deadline May 1
Do you know of a local organization that could use $500 to $3,000? Applications for Central Electric Cooperative’s Operation Round-Up grant program are due May 1, 2025. Through Operation Round-Up, local groups and non-profit organizations can request funding twice per...
I-90, bridges, Highway 81 construction projects begin
Bridge demolition scheduled for Canistota Exit in McCook County On Monday, April 7, 2025, bridge demolition began on the 445th Avenue Bridge at Canistota (exit 368) over Interstate 90 in McCook County. This bridge has been closed while the contractor prepared to...
Purple Up: Honoring military children in April
Every April, communities across the country celebrate Purple Up! Day, a special event dedicated to recognizing the sacrifices and resilience of military children. This observance falls during Month of the Military Child, a time to honor the unique challenges faced by...
How you can support the nation’s 1.6 million military kids
Life in the Armed Forces has its challenges, especially for the youngest members of the U.S. military community – the 1.6 million kids whose parents are service members.Often faced with constant change and uncertainty, from their family’s moves every two to three...
The Origins of April’s Purple Up Month
April’s Purple Up! for Military Kids month is a vibrant, heartfelt tribute to the resilience and sacrifices of military-connected children. Recognized across the United States, this observance shines a light on the unique challenges faced by children in military...
Knights of Columbus to hold benefit for young Lainey Raap
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS RALLY FOR LAINEY RAAP BENEFIT EVENT Lainey Raap, daughter of Ashlynn and Andrew, was diagnosed with stage two germ cell cancer in February 2024. There will be a silent auction and meal for her put on by the Montrose-Humboldt Knights of Columbus on...
Rep. Bahmuller reflects on legislative session, eminent domain, and election integrity
Owen Reitzel | Editor The 100th session of the South Dakota State Legislature is now in the books, with many controversial bills passed and some that didn’t pass, and District 19 Representative Jessica Bahmuller (R-Alexandria) added her thoughts about what happened...
Bridgewater Community Cantata Members
Members of this year’s Bridgewater Community Cantata are: (back, l-r) Austin Kjetland, Dan Clarke, Joel Fluth, Darrell Hofer, Vernon Hofer, Bob Perry; (middle) Lorna Decker, Elizabeth Kretschmer, Cassie Waltner, Kathy Liesinger, Carlyn Hofer, Beth Kirkpatrick, Karla...
Bridgewater Community Cantata to present “God So Loved”
The Bridgewater Community Cantata will be presenting “God So Loved” in Bridgewater and Emery during this year’s Easter season. The cantata, written by Pepper Choplin, orchestrated by Ed Hogan and published by HOPE Publishing Company, features a variety of original and...