Life’s queue

My family and I are amusement park geeks. Always have been.Non-amusement park aficionados see the long lines as a deterrent. Why spend so much time in line just waiting for the 90 seconds of roller coaster wonderment?Seems like a waste. Admittedly, there is a lot of waiting time while in the parks.

Co. Commissioners table county line road project bids

By Tim Huether The Bennett County Commissioners were questioned about their agenda changing prior to the meeting at their Feb. 21 regular meeting.Under public comment, Bob Fogg said they had two agendas, one published timely and one not published timely. He asked them which agenda they will go by.

Bennett County Bulletin

4-H Market Steer Weigh-InCheck-in on Friday, March 1, at 10 a.m. at the Sale Barn. If you have any questions, please call Mary Kay Sell at 605-6856972.Meetings Driver’s License TestingWednesday, February 28, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Food for the Journey

Pastor Tim Wardell“Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires.” Romans 8:5.

Sow and Grow with Sara

In today’s agriculture, “data” is a word tossed around quite a lot. We often times use statistical terminology and big data sets to make conclusions at the academic level; however, this doesn’t mean that we are doing a good job of making this clear to our clients.

The Nagging Cough

“I’ve got this cough that just won’t go away,” my patient says, and I know this story all too well. Chronic cough, a cough that lasts more than two months, is a common ailment which in most cases is benign. But for the patient it is both bothersome and worrisome.

Eminent domain is the latest front in carbon pipeline fight

Some of the most contentious, emotionally charged debates during the 2024 South Dakota legislative session have been about property rights and whether a private company can use eminent domain to force a carbon dioxide pipeline onto land against the owner’s will.

Norris Area News

On Sunday afternoon, February 18 a “Wiping of the Tears” service will be held for April Stoddard at the Township Hall in Norris. The memorial service will begin at 3:00 p.m. followed by a potluck meal. All relatives and friends are welcome.

~ Today in History ~

Today is Wednesday, Feb. 28, the 59th day of 2024. There are 307 days left in the year.Today’s Highlight in History: On Feb. 28, 2013, Benedict XVI became the first pope in 600 years to resign, ending an eight-year pontificate. (Benedict was succeeded the following month by Pope Francis.

‘In Days Gone By’

a look back at events that occurred as far back as 90 years agoThe Martin Messenger –80 Years Ago February 24, 1944 Letter From a Sailor Somewhere in the Pacific Mrs. Amanda Jamison, Chairman of knitting class: This is just a word of thanks in answer to the note that you put in pair of knit socks.