Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent An old saying indicates that if you lie down with the dogs, you’ll get up with the fleas. If that adage is true, what happens if you sleep with cats?Although we had a dog when I was a child, I never slept with...
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Fear!
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer It shows up right when we’re about to take a step forward. It whispers doubts when opportunities knock. It questions whether we’re ready, smart enough, strong enough, or worthy enough. And too often, we listen to it.What if everything you’ve...
Jesus calms the storm
You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent After Jesus fed the five thousand, He dismissed the crowd then sent His disciples by boat to the other side of the Sea of Galilee while He went to a hillside to pray. The disciples talked in disbelief about what they...
HuntSAFE course scheduled in Salem June 27–28
A HuntSAFE education course will be held at the McCook County Wildlife Club, located three miles east of Salem on Highway 38, on June 27 and 28.The class will take place over two sessions: Friday evening from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m., and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m....
BHS Alumni Association 57th Alumni Banquet held
BRIDGEWATER HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1965 The Bridgewater High School Class of 1965 celebrated their 60-year reunion at last weekend’s Bridgewater High School Alumni Banquet. Pictured are: (back, l-r) Eileen Wollman Sturzenbecher, Roger Marken, Sharon Tschetter...
Barn Raisin’ BBQ is this weekend in Salem
Fireworks at 10:00 p.m.! Troy Schwans | Managing Editor It’s here! The 5th Annual Barn Raisin’ BBQ returns to the McCook County Fair Grounds in Salem this Saturday, June 21. With a full day of events, live music, friendly competition, and family-friendly activities,...
Downtown Market Season off to a strong start
COMMUNITY GATHERS FOR DOWNTOWN MARKET FUN A crowd enjoys live music and mingles during the first Downtown Market of the season in Salem. The event featured local vendors, food trucks, kids activities, and strong support from area sponsors, drawing visitors from both...
Catholic Daughters mark 75 years with pilgrimage to Salem grotto
GATHERING IN PRAYER AND REFLECTION Faithful sit in reflection around the Lourdes Grotto Shrine in Salem during the Catholic Daughters’ 75th anniversary pilgrimage on June 9. The event included a rosary, Mass, and a Marian presentation, bringing members and guests...
Alexandria to host 9th Annual Car Show Saturday
Troy Schwans | Managing Editor Car enthusiasts from across the region will gather in Alexandria this Saturday, June 21, 2025, for the 9th Annual Alexandria Car Show, proudly sponsored by the Alexandria Fire District.This year’s theme, “Show Your Muscles,” celebrates a...
60th Wedding Anniversary open house and card shower
Gale and Geri Patzlaff will celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary with an Open House on Sunday, June 29th from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at United Methodist Church (Mitchell). Cake and beverages served.Cards can be mailed to: 25074 423rd Ave., Alexandria, SD 57311
