The South Dakota Association of Towns and Townships (SDATAT) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 scholarship awards.This year’s applicants were asked to reflect on cultural values, personal development, and civic engagement in their essays. Students...
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Bridge deck replacement to begin over I-90 near Hartford
On Monday, June 9, 2025, crews will begin work on a bridge deck replacement over Interstate 90 on 459th Avenue near Hartford. Traffic will be closed on 459th Avenue from 260th Street to 261st Street.Lane closures will be installed on I-90 in both the eastbound and...
Upcoming Vitalant blood drives in the area
-Montrose - United Methodist Hall on June 9, 1:30 to 5:15 p.m.-Oldham - June 24 at Oldham on the bus by the Community Center from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.-Salem - June 25 at the Salem Community Center at 440 E. Jefferson Ave. from 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m.-Menno - June 26 as...
Alexandria Memorial Day program moves to new spot this year
ALEXANDRIA MEMORIAL DAY KEYNOTE SPEAKER Karen Klinkner, U.S. Army Retired, from Artesian, SD, gave the keynote address during the recent Alexandria Memorial Day Program. (Photo/Owen Reitzel) The annual Memorial Day Program, sponsored by the American Legion Family,...
Barn Raisin’ BBQ to bring food, fun, and family entertainment
Troy Schwans | Managing Editor Mark your calendars! June 21, 2025, is shaping up to be a highlight of the summer as the 5th Annual Barn Raisin’ BBQ returns to the McCook County Fair Grounds. With a full day of events, live music, friendly competition, and...
Historic Salem Building is no More
This early 1900s photo shows the building that once stood on the northeast corner of Main Street and Norton Avenue in Salem. Remarkably, the structure had changed little over the years. Demolition began a few weeks ago, and as of this writing, only the corner section...
McCook County 4-H Horse Show set for June 14
Local youth, adults, and horse enthusiasts alike are invited to attend the annual McCook County 4-H Horse Show, scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Stone Pony Arena in Salem. The event kicks off at 9:00 a.m., and organizers say everyone is welcome to attend...
Special education reports now available online
Information regarding school districts’ performance on improving the educational outcomes of students with disabilities is now available online. The Department of Education is required to provide the report annually.The report identifies school districts’ ability to...
Making handwritten to-do lists
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer I think there is something special about those who still embrace the old-school charm of handwritten to-do lists.In the high-tech era of digital planners and reminder apps, these folks stick to their pens and paper. And it’s not just about...
Eunice and Lois
You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent Timothy’s sincere faith in the Lord began in the influential home of his grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice. Both women were Jews who accepted Christianity, grounded in their faith and passed on their generational...
