EUGENE AND JULIE STREFF AND FAMILY The Streff Family from Salem consists of Eugene and Julie with their sons and their families: John and Hannah with their children, Xavier, Thomas and Sebastian (left side); Mark and Katie with daughter, Bethany (expecting a baby boy...
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Benefit success for Raap family
LAINEY RAAP AND PARENTS The Raap family, Andrew, Lainey and Ashlynn, are pictured at the benefit held for Lainey. Lainey was diagnosed with stage two germ cell cancer in February 2024. (Photo/Montrose-Humboldt Knights of Columbus) Sara Stadem | NCP Editor Family,...
Name change comes to Emery daycare
Owen Reitzel | Editor Little Learners in Emery was first established in September 2000. The City of Emery-run daycare recently underwent a name change and is now called Little Huskies.According to Emery Finance Officer Kristi Wollmann, the name was changed because...
Area first responders prepare for electrical hazards
HIGH-VOLTAGE TRAILER DEMONSTRATES ELECTRICAL DANGERS A high-voltage demonstration highlights the dangers associated with power lines. When an emergency strikes, first responders put themselves on the front lines to protect their communities, often facing hidden...
Helen Petree is Work Zone Awareness Week Billboard Design Winner
Friday, April 25, 2025, was the final day of National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW). The SD Department of Transportation (SDDOT), in conjunction with the South Dakota Association of General Contractors (AGC) and South Dakota Highway Patrol, hosted a NWZAW 2025...
Spencer South Cemetery annual meeting notice
The Spencer South Cemetery will have their annual meeting on May 7, 2025 (note date change) at the Spencer Community Coffee Shop at 6:30 p.m.
McCook Central music students set for exciting New York City trip, launch fundraiser to support costs
In an exciting opportunity for McCook Central’s music students, plans are underway for a trip to New York City in June 2026, where they will experience world-class performances and showcase their musical talents. But before they embark on this unforgettable journey,...
Heezen receives $2,000 SDACHS scholarship
SDACHS SCHOLARSHIP WINNER Hanson High School senior Jaycee Heezen has been awarded the 2025 SDACHS Scholarship. Presenting her with her certificate is Hanson County Highway Superintendent, Ronnie Roth. Jaycee Heezen is the recipient of the $2000.00 scholarship being...
Bridal Shower Open house
Please join us for a bridal shower for Corissa Sweeter, bride-to-be of Kyle Tuschen, on Sunday, May 4, at Christ Lutheran Church in Salem, SD from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.We hope you can join us! Please bring a recipe card of your favorite recipe(s) to share with the bride...
It is Prom Season!
Tye Hernandez and Claire Bridge walk in during the Grand March at Hanson’s Prom. (Photo/Owen Reitzel)