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The long-awaited 2023 Farm Bill is delayed. Some in Congress say it may get done, or at least get started by this spring, but others say it’s most likely to be held up until after the November election, meaning it would be completed during the lame duck session.

Ever on the forefront of programming variety, the Gregory Public Library is now promoting a new initiative that actually takes participants out of the library and into the great outdoors. “1000 Hours Outside is the global platform for those who wish to reclaim childhood, reconnect families, and live a fuller life,” according to the organization’s website.

Bethany Eggers, MA, LPC-MH Winter is a season that brings chilly temperatures, shorter days, and a change in mood for many people. As the days get shorter and darkness sets in earlier, some individuals find themselves feeling down and lacking energy.

On January 6, three seniors, Trey Murray, Eli Barreto, and Nathan Fortuna, headed to the Pepsi Cola Theatre in Mitchell to compete in the quiz bowl finals sponsored by the Q107.3 radio station. They started their journey in September, when they were chosen by their teachers to represent Gregory, and brought it to an end winning $1,000 for their school a few weeks ago.

With the presidential primaries front and center in the news these days, local matters might take a back seat, but local elections are where your views can be heard more clearly. This is where you can either confirm your support for how things are run or jump into a race to make a change. Whether you live in city limits or outside, an opportunity exists to get involved.

Secretary of State Monae L. Johnson would like to provide important information regarding the ballot measure petitions that are currently being circulated around the state.

The Gregory County Board of Commissioners had a short agenda to work through at their regular meeting at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 17. Part-time employee at DOE resigns The board approved a plat for Lot 1-A, Cahoy Century Farm Subdivision in the N½ of Section 16, T95N, R68W, as presented by Planning and Zoning Administrator Betty Jo Hoffman.

Several members of the Chamber of Commerce were in attendance at the regular meeting of the Gregory City Council on Tuesday evening, January 16, to further discuss the future of how the city will fund the Chamber director position. The council had decided during executive session at the last meeting to fund the position as a salaried employee until July 1, 2024, and in the meantime come up with a permanent solution.

A thriving community relies on members to work together to create a brighter tomorrow. Luckily for Gregory, SD, giving back to his hometown is woven into Elmer Karl’s DNA.

Monday, January 29 Sweet & sour chicken, brown rice, broccoli, pears Tuesday, January 30 Lasagna, tossed salad w/tomatoes, garlic bread, apples Wed., January 31 Chili, cinnamon roll, baby carrots, tropical fruit Thurs., February 1 Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes w/gravy, green beans, apricots Friday, February 2 Sloppy joe w/bun, tater tots, coleslaw, pears Walk-ins Welcome ROCS Dining Services - Gregory 604 Rosebud Ave., Gregory Call 835-8094 to reserve a meal **Meals Subject to Change**.