You, Me & Jesus Sue Schmidt | Correspondent Jesus had been teaching from the shore of Galilee in a boat to a throng of people. When evening came Jesus said to the disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.” It was an assurance they would make it to the opposite...
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Does South Dakota have some of the nation’s highest rates of DUI arrests?
Fact Brief By Michael Klinski | South Dakota News Watch Yes.South Dakota ranks at or near the top nationwide for driving under the influence arrests per capita, according to multiple sources from the past few years.A report compiled by Forbes ranked the state second...
Recreate the taco truck experience at home
There’s no better treat than Mexican street fare, thanks to the complexity of its flavors and the freshness of its ingredients. And this summer, it’s easier than ever to recreate the taco truck experience at home.While the rich, slow-cooked flavors of Mexican cuisine...
Don’t let spoiled grain take you down
Preventing grain spoilage is the best way to avoid grain bin entrapment and death.That’s the message Bill Field, a Professor at Purdue University’s Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department, is sharing with constituents and agricultural safety leaders.Field...
Eichacker family showcases vintage tractors – Happy Fourth of July!
A colorful display of Americana - these beautifully restored antique tractors belong to David, Jerry, Matt, Joe, and the late Don Eichacker. Lined up just four miles north and a half-mile east of Salem, the collection is on public display for a few days around the...
2025 “Run for Your Life” 5k held in Salem
“RUN FOR YOUR LIFE” DIVISION WINNERS Rebecca Herman, Otto Uberty, and Adam Fendrich (from left to right) were the top finishers in their race divisions at the 2025 “Run for Your Life” event in Salem. Herman won the women’s 5k, Uberty took first in the men’s 5k, and...
McCook Central partners with City of Salem for playground and trail improvements
McCOOK CENTRAL SITE BEING PREPPED FOR NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT Work is underway at McCook Central as the playground area is being prepared for a major upgrade. The new playground, set to be completed by the start of school in August, will feature a modern design with...
Newspaper delivery issues for 573 zip codes persist
Troy Schwans | Managing Editor Last week, I wrote about the ongoing struggles with newspaper delivery to customers in the 573 zip code area and unfortunately, those same issues have continued, with many of you not receiving your June 26 edition in a timely manner....
Salem Downtown Market returns July 9
Carla Snyders | NCP Writer It’s just around the corner! The Salem SD Chamber Downtown Market will host its second event of the season on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Main Street in Salem. This fun-filled evening promises something for everyone...
Auxiliary Unit 140 wraps up busy spring, plans projects
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 140 The June meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 140 in Salem was called to order by president Shawn Giesler, there were three officers and four members present. President Shawn Giesler read the treasurer’s report with no...
