Slices of Life

You know how themes sometimes repeat themselves throughout your day, week, year or life?It happens to me a lot. At least recently. Or maybe such synchronistic occurrences have always been there and I’ve just recently learned to pay attention to them.I guess that detail doesn’t matter.

Commissioners approve grant, table Facebook page for now

The Bennett County Commissioners gathered Jan. 17, for a regular commission meeting.The agenda was amended to add discussion on the Voyager gas card under claims.Before approving the claims, commissioner Susan Williams questioned the bill of $12,677.24 from Avera McKennan Hospital.

Legislative Update

District 27 RepresentativeThe 99th SD Legislative Session is up and running. For the next 40 days citizen legislators will come together in Pierre and “Try” governing in the best interest of the citizens of South Dakota.

This above all

*** This above all; to thine own self be true; And it must follow, as the night the day; Thou canst not then be false to any man.

Golden West announces 2024 scholarship program

High school seniors residing in the Golden West Telecommunications service area can now apply for one of 45 $1,000 scholarships available to qualifying students.

Sow and Grow with Sara

Sow andwith SaraBy Sara Bauder Weather is a favorite topic of conversation among most. This past year was a challenge for some, and timely rains made for better growing conditions in other areas. I thought it would be interesting to share some of our 2023 climate ups and downs.

Jordan Derby named to the Fall 2023 BSC President’s Honor Roll

Jordan Derby, Kyle, S.D., has been named to the President’s Honor Roll for the Fall 2023 semester at Bismarck State College.“Mark Twain was quoted as saying, ‘The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work.

‘In Days Gone By’

a look back at events that occurred as far back as 80 years agoBennett County News – 80 Years Ago January 27, 1944 Worst Storm in Years Hits County Wednesday - Thurs.

Senior Citizens

Monday, January 29:Chicken linguini alfredo, beets, broccoli, apple sauce, garlic bread Tuesday, January 30:Beef tips in gravy over rice, mixed veggies, fruit cocktail, SF pudding, bread Wednesday, January 31: Taco salad, fruit yogurt, tropical fruit, bread

Happy Birthday

January 26 Ember Clifford Janet Ninas January 27 Autumn Kamerzell Ben Pisha Charlee Ward January 28 Lendee Byrne Lana Cano Gene Standing Bear, Jr.