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The Bennett County Sheriff’s Office and the Martin Police Department have merged and now are working together. The new, combined force is left to right: Stuart Bucholz, Doug Lucero, Anthony Aronov, Kevin Curtis, Chase Frank, Jason Erwin, and Chrissy Lewis. Not pictured are: Beth Moore, Kenny Denison, John Waters and Tanner Goss.

The Bennett County Sheriff’s Office and the Martin Police Department have merged and now are working together. The new, combined force is left to right: Stuart Bucholz, Doug Lucero, Anthony Aronov, Kevin Curtis, Chase Frank, Jason Erwin, and Chrissy Lewis. Not pictured are: Beth Moore, Kenny Denison, John Waters and Tanner Goss.

Law Departments officially combined

News Staff
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Photo by Tim Huether The Bennett County School Board was recognized as a Bronze Level board by the Associated School Boards of South Dakota. Pictured from left, seated, Kayla Claussen, Mike Olson; standing, Scott Huber, Dallas Louden and Ryan Pettit.

Photo by Tim Huether The Bennett County School Board was recognized as a Bronze Level board by the Associated School Boards of South Dakota. Pictured from left, seated, Kayla Claussen, Mike Olson; standing, Scott Huber, Dallas Louden and Ryan Pettit.

School board awarded Bronze

News Staff
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
The Bennett County School Board of Education was honored at their regular meeting Monday night with an award presented to them by Superintendent Carol Galbraith. They were named as a Bronze Level board by the Associated School Boards of South Dakota.
Photo by Chris Docter Marva stands proudly by her raised flower beds. Even now, she doesn’t spend much time sitting still.

Photo by Chris Docter Marva stands proudly by her raised flower beds. Even now, she doesn’t spend much time sitting still.

Marva Hicks shares her adventures and her wisdom

News Staff
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
It can easily be assumed life on a ranch is simple and boring. It isn’t until someone is willing to open up, that the richness and fullness of that life can be unearthed. Marva Hicks recently offered stories of her vibrant life.Marva was born to Marvin and Hazel Howe on May 23, 1937, here in Martin.
Some of the Do it Best Pioneer Building Supply crew pictured left to right: Keenan Menard, owners Jay and Janell Yohner, Andy Karns and Tayten Shangreau.

Some of the Do it Best Pioneer Building Supply crew pictured left to right: Keenan Menard, owners Jay and Janell Yohner, Andy Karns and Tayten Shangreau.

Do it Best Hardware Store building back Main Street

News Staff
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
It’s been a few years since Bennett County had two hardware stores, but that has changed as Martin born and raised Jay Yohner opened up a Do it Best hardware store at 302 Main Street in Martin in mid-July.Do it Best is a franchise that has been serving the do-it-yourselfer since 1945.
Bennett County Schools Open House held last Tuesday

Bennett County Schools Open House held last Tuesday

Homecoming moved to Sept. 20

News Staff
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Following much consideration and discussion for what is best for the student body, the Bennett County School District Board approved moving Homecoming from Sept. 6 to Sept. 20 during the Aug. 19 regular board meeting.In addition to that change, there will be no school on Sept.
Photo by Marj Frew

Photo by Marj Frew

Glenn Hicks receives Quilt of Valor

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Glenn Hicks, of Martin, was presented with a Quilt of Valor at a family gathering at the Post 240 Legion Club on Saturday, August 10. Gail Harkey, of Fairburn, S.D., presented the quilt on behalf of the Quilts of Valor Foundation.
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Coaches meet the new Athletic Director

News Staff
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
By Larry Gauer Nineteen head and assistant coaches, ranging from middle school through high school, and the three principals gathered at the Bennett County Middle School Auditorium Wednesday evening with New Athletic Director Larry Gauer.
Carrie Larsib

Carrie Larsib

Carrie Larson: Hometown, home grown, H.S. principal

News Staff
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
By Tim Huether Carrie Larson earned her high school educational wings in Bennett County, flew away from home to get her teaching degree, then flew back home and applied what she learned to students in the Bennett County School District over the past 26 years.
Photo Submitted New Martin Grade School principal Melissa Byrne is ready to tackle a new adventure as the new school year at Bennett County is set to begin with students attending Sept. 14.

Photo Submitted New Martin Grade School principal Melissa Byrne is ready to tackle a new adventure as the new school year at Bennett County is set to begin with students attending Sept. 14.

Melissa Byrne: Local teaching talent is new MGS principal

News Staff
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
By Tim Huether The Bennett County School District has leaned towards hiring local, home grown teaching talent for their school principal openings and Melissa Byrne fits that mold just right.