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Wildlife Clubs holds meeting; begins new season
The McCook County Wildlife Club, located 3 miles east of Salem on Highway 38, held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, with approximately 40 members in attendance. A meal of barbecues, potatoes, beans, and more was served.Members and guests...
First Dakota announces incoming board member
First Dakota National Bank announced the addition of a member to its Board of Directors—Ballard Spahr Law Firm attorney Amy Arndt.A Partner and a member of the Elected Board of Ballard Spahr, LLP, Arndt brings a wealth of knowledge and talent to First Dakota’s...
Daylight Saving Time
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer Are you ready for an extra hour of sleep? For many Americans, that will soon be a reality!The twice-annual time change, which allows for more daylight in the evenings in spring and summer and more daylight in the fall and winter, begins in...
Joseph’s Prayer
You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent A weary Joseph walked out into the cool darkness of the evening and looked up at the stars. He needed to pray to the Star Maker: “Thank you for explaining Mary’s pregnancy to me through a dream, otherwise I wouldn’t be...
Are you blessed?
Paws for Thought Joyce Tieszen Tegtmeier | Correspondent Anyone entering our home will see a tall cat tree positioned next to our back door where our cats recline in comfort and view the backyard. A set of 4 upholstered steps next to the couch provides an easy ascent...
Jackley reminds citizens to guard against scams
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley strongly urges citizens to stay alert when dealing with internet and telephone scams.“This week’s indictment of a California man in an internet scam where at least $325,000 was allegedly stolen from a Lawrence County couple...
Vermillion Basin Water Development District meets
The Vermillion Basin Water Development District (VBWDD) convened at 6:30 p.m. for a regular meeting in the district office in Centerville, South Dakota, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Directors present were Robin Dykstra, Area 5; Bob Iverson, Area 1; Sarah Chadima,...
4-H: Cultivating leadership, life skills, and lifelong opportunities for youth
Belonging to 4-H offers numerous benefits for young people, providing them with skills, experiences, and op-portunities that have a lasting impact. 4-H is a global youth development organization that focuses on leader-ship, citizenship, and life skills, giving young...
Local clubs are recognizing
National 4-H Week National 4-H Week is an annual celebration that high-lights the impact and importance of the 4-H organi-zation in the lives of young people across the United States. Held during the first full week of October, this week serves to showcase the...
