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After more than two years of pandemic-related restrictions, Americans are ready to break free and travel again. According to Expedia’s 2022 Travel Trends Report, more than two-thirds of Americans say they’re planning to “go big” on their next trip. But planning and budgeting for a trip can be stressful. With inflation rising, many people are watching their wallets more closely, so finding ways to save money and stay connected while traveling this summer is more important than ever.

(StatePoint) Summer is the most popular time of the year for home renovations, with the great weather making indoor and outdoor fixes a breeze. From simple remodel ideas to budget-friendly outdoor updates, these are the top projects to tackle this summer, according to a DIY expert.

A wildfire that started last week west of Oglala has burned about 11 square miles and is 40% contained, according to officials. The fire began near Prairie Wind Casino on the evening of July 19 and moved southeast.

Gregory County 4-H held a cooking workshop called “Chaos in the Kitchen”. This workshop was held at the Burke Civic Center from 1- 3 p.m. on Monday, July 18, 2022. The youth learned how to cook an entire meal from the salad to the desert. They made a salad, spaghetti, cheesy garlic bread, and a cake. They youth all did a great job and they all had a lot of fun.

Gregory County 4-H held a string art workshop on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at the Burke Civic Center. There were two different sessions. The first session was held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and it was for ages five to nine-year-olds. The second session was held from 1 - 3 p.m., and was for ages 10 to 18 years old. At this workshop the youth hammered nails into a board into the shape of whatever they wanted to make, then they used string to wrap around the nails to fill in their design.

Life can be frenetic. A synonym to that word is the word, “frenzied.” Frenzied has two standard meanings.

Larry Dean Gebel, 61, Mitchell, SD, failure to stop after accident w/unattended vehicle, fine $54.00, court costs $50.00, surcharges $28.50; failure to report accident to police officer, fine $54.00, court costs $50.00, surcharges $28.50.

Funeral services set for Richard (Cody) McKenzie, 45 Funeral services for Richard (Cody) McKenzie, 45, of Winner, SD, will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Winner, SD.

Dan Andersson of Burke, a Democrat, has announced that he is running for the South Dakota State Senate from District 21. “America and South Dakota are facing many, many problems, but defending our democracy and individual rights must be our first priority, because those are the foundation of our society. But we must also address our underfunded school system, broken healthcare system, and the escalating gun violence.”

The recycling trailer will again be open for business, starting Thursday, July 28. The committee that makes this trailer available to the Gregory community has issued the following rules for its use.