A colorful display of Americana - these beautifully restored antique tractors belong to David, Jerry, Matt, Joe, and the late Don Eichacker. Lined up just four miles north and a half-mile east of Salem, the collection is on public display for a few days around the...
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2025 “Run for Your Life” 5k held in Salem
“RUN FOR YOUR LIFE” DIVISION WINNERS Rebecca Herman, Otto Uberty, and Adam Fendrich (from left to right) were the top finishers in their race divisions at the 2025 “Run for Your Life” event in Salem. Herman won the women’s 5k, Uberty took first in the men’s 5k, and...
McCook Central partners with City of Salem for playground and trail improvements
McCOOK CENTRAL SITE BEING PREPPED FOR NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT Work is underway at McCook Central as the playground area is being prepared for a major upgrade. The new playground, set to be completed by the start of school in August, will feature a modern design with...
Newspaper delivery issues for 573 zip codes persist
Troy Schwans | Managing Editor Last week, I wrote about the ongoing struggles with newspaper delivery to customers in the 573 zip code area and unfortunately, those same issues have continued, with many of you not receiving your June 26 edition in a timely manner....
Salem Downtown Market returns July 9
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer It’s just around the corner! The Salem SD Chamber Downtown Market will host its second event of the season on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Main Street in Salem. This fun-filled evening promises something for everyone...
Auxiliary Unit 140 wraps up busy spring, plans projects
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 140 The June meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 140 in Salem was called to order by president Shawn Giesler, there were three officers and four members present. President Shawn Giesler read the treasurer’s report with no...
Do you have rich relatives?
Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent Rich relatives are sometimes considered to be particular and often have servants. Actually, that’s like our cats. Our cat, Marble, is often finicky about her food – not just what she’ll eat, but also how it’s...
Watering the garden, trusting the process!
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer A few weekends ago, we experienced some of the hottest weather of the season. I prepared myself, taking in the sun and enjoying all that vitamin D. I have to admit though all my flowers looked like they were up for the challenge.Watering...
Letter to the Editor
According to McCook County’s June 17th minutes, the Salem Ambulance wants a $328,710 subsidy from McCook County for year 2026. They also want a 5-year agreement with an 8% annual increase.Presently, Salem Ambulance serves the eastern 1/3 of Hanson County. Beginning in...
Remember to contact 811 before you dig
Letter to the Editor Dear editor,Construction season is here and safety is the number one priority when it comes to digging, excavating, and locating utility lines.Just one strike of a gas line, electrical cable or a water pipeline can have catastrophic consequences...
