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Laverack angles 9th in All American Tourney

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Wednesday, July 3, 2024
By Tim Huether Martin’s Terry Laverack had a great time on the pond at the All American Bass Fishing Tournament May 29-31, angling his way to an impressive ninth place finish with a total catch of seven fish, weighing 13 lbs., 8 oz.

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Summer Storm Preparedness

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Wednesday, July 3, 2024
By Jeff Siscoe, Bennett County Emergency Management The severe thunderstorm that hit Martin and Bennett County the evening of June 25 was a not-so-subtle reminder of the summer time storm threat that we know exists here.
Photo by Tim Huether Fr. Tyler Dennis, left, is pictured with Deacon Cal Clifford last Wednesday during a going away gathering for him at the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Martin. Fr. Tyler also celebrated his 15 year of being ordained a Catholic priest on Wednesday.

Photo by Tim Huether Fr. Tyler Dennis, left, is pictured with Deacon Cal Clifford last Wednesday during a going away gathering for him at the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Martin. Fr. Tyler also celebrated his 15 year of being ordained a Catholic priest on Wednesday.

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Fr. Tyler bids farewell to OLSH Catholic Church

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Wednesday, July 3, 2024
By Tim Huether Last Wednesday was a special day for Fr. Tyler Dennis, the priest serving the Catholic parishes in Martin, Wall, Kadoka and Lakeside, as he celebrated his 15th anniversary of being ordained a Catholic priest.
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O’Bryan earns Middle School Principal of the Year

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Wednesday, June 26, 2024
By Jacob Waln Mikaela O’Bryan is the current middle school principal for Bennett County. Her academic teaching career started 22 years ago. For the first 13 years of her career she taught every age, ranging from elementary to high school.It was her grandpa Bob that inspired her to become a teacher.
Martin Main Street was filled with people Saturday, June 22, for the third annual Martin Summer Fest. Photo by Jacob Waln

Martin Main Street was filled with people Saturday, June 22, for the third annual Martin Summer Fest. Photo by Jacob Waln

Martin Summer Fest

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Wednesday, June 26, 2024
By Jacob Waln The sun was shining just right for the weekend activities here in Martin. The cars were out, the motorcycles were everywhere, and people were enjoying the day.The growing event that is known as Martin Summer Fest was held this past Saturday, June 22.

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Sheriff’s deputy Kevin Curtis receives punishment for conduct

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Wednesday, June 19, 2024
By Tim Huether Bennett County Sheriff’s deputy Kevin Curtis was found to have committed conduct unbecoming of an officer for his actions, or inactions, in two incidents he responded to at a hearing by the South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission on June 12, in...

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City directs attorney to draw up combined law contract

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Wednesday, June 19, 2024
By Mandy Scherer The Martin City Council met for their regular meeting Wednesday, June 12, after the previously rescheduled meeting for Tuesday, June 11 was moved due to an agenda complaint.Council members present were Gloria Claussen, Larry Gauer, Randy Kocourek, Tootie Moffitt and Tyler Nollett.
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Martin Farmer’s Market a success

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Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Photo by Taylor Risse The first Martin Farmer’s Market was held on Tuesday, June 11, at the Martin City Park. In talking to the vendors and organizer Lana Trantham, the first market was a success. There were three vendors set up: Primal Plains, XS Farms, and Denison Country Farms.