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...
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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...
Unexpected hospitality
Reflections on Faith & Community Rev. Jerry Bertelson “Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” - Hebrews 13:2Our recent high school mission trip to LaGrange, Georgia, became...
Ananias and Sapphira
You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent The book of Acts connects Christ’s life from the Gospels to the beginning period of the church. Jesus spends His last days with His disciples leaving the men with one last command: They were not to leave Jerusalem until...
“Run For Your Life” Starting Line
Participants of all ages gather at the starting line, ready to take on the 1-mile, 5k, or 10k challenge during the 21st annual “Run for Your Life” race held June 21 in Salem. The event drew more than 65 runners and walkers, with proceeds benefiting Salem youth...
Dedicated committee keeps Salem’s Downtown Market growing strong
MEMBERS OF THE SALEM DOWNTOWN MARKET COMMITTEE Pictured are members of the hardworking committee behind Salem’s monthly Downtown Market. They are: (back, l-r) Mitch Rayman, Bob Westhoff, Brandi McPherson, Kendra Mudder; (front) Alyssa Ternes, Val Westhoff, Carla...
Hanson County Child Protection Team receives grant for Open Closet
CENTRAL ELECTRIC GRANT PRESENTED TO CHILD PROTECTION TEAM A $500 Operation Round-Up grant was recently awarded to the Hanson County Child Protection Team. Pictured during the presentation are (l-r): Mark Hofer, Central Electric board member representing Hanson County;...
Barn Raisin’ BBQ People’s Choice Rifest Winners
Eric Schierholz, Tyler Snyders, and Reese Ecklein (center, left to right) earned top honors at this year’s Barn Raisin’ BBQ RibFest, taking home the People’s Choice award and also first place for favorite sides. They are pictured with event coordinators Kevin Blagg...
