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Why fireworks on Independence Day?

Monique R. Hurtado | NCP Staff writer Dazzling blue and red fireworks light up the dark night while another screams as it shimmers across the evening sky. Ohh’s and aahhh’s follow, as people stand aghast in and wonder of the beautiful fireworks celebrating our...

Salem SD Chamber of Commerce meets

The Salem SD Chamber of Commerce held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, June 17, 2024 at 12:00 noon in the First Dakota National Bank Basement with 12 people in attendance. A potluck meal was held with broasted chicken as the main course.Those attending were:...

Salem’s Jacy Pulse headed to U.S. Olympic Trials

HEADING TO U.S. OLYMPIC TRIALS Recent USD grad and Salem resident Jacy Pulse, who has had a spectacular track and field career at the University of South Dakota, will be finishing her college career off with a bang as she has qualified to compete in the U.S. Olympic...

New Alexandria Ace Hardware nearing completion

COMPLETION DATE NEARS FOR ALEXANDRIA ACE HARDWARE When a new business like Ace Hardware comes to one of our area towns it’s exciting news! The Alexandria Ace Hardware is moving right along with an anticipated opening date of around mid-September. A staff of around 15...

First of the Summer Salem Chamber Downtown Market Held

Salem’s Main Street was buzzing last week Wednesday night with the “Kickoff of Summer” themed Salem Downtown Market, holding its first market of the season. There was a full night of events with great vendors, amazing music, and even special events with activities for...

Fourth Annual Barn Raisin’ BBQ/Rib Fest is just days away

Carla Snyders | NCP Writer Next Saturday, June 29th, at the McCook County Fairgrounds in Salem the fourth annual Barn Raisin’ Rib Fest will be taking place. A fun day of events and activities are planned with the highlight being the ribs cookoff contest. This event...

Annual car show coming to Alexandria

Owen Reitzel | Editor The annual Alexandria Car Show, sponsored by the Alexandria Fire Department, will hit Alexandria Main Street on June 22.The show will feature muscle cars, antiques, sports cars, hot rods, late models and modifieds, trucks, cars, bikes, and...

4-H clubs to auction baskets at Barn Raisin’ BBQ

We have many things going on June 29th, both old and new, at the Barn Raisin’ BBQ. One of the new things added this year is the 4-H Auction Baskets.Over the years we have auctioned food, fencing and gates at the fairgrounds, and various themed baskets. We have used...