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Hayley Kirsch is the new massage therapist at Brain, Nerve & Spine as of February 23, 2026. Originally from Colorado, Kirsch moved to Springview, NE, the end of 2024 after marrying a man there she met through a classmate at Frontier School of the Bible in Wyoming.

R eport Senator Mykala Voita District 21 Aurora, Charles Mix, Douglas, Gregory, Tripp Counties Committee: Appropriations Capitol Address: 500 E. Capitol Ave.

March marks a historic (and highly anticipated) moment for the South Dakota Highway Patrol. They are officially switching to no ties with their uniform.

R eports Senator Mykala Voita District 21 Aurora, Charles Mix, Douglas, Gregory, Tripp Counties Committee: Appropriations Capitol Address: 500 E. Capitol Ave.

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For 15 years, Ty Dean has shown up to the SDRA Finals with a binder full of research and a wit so natural and quick most people can’t keep up. While he’s a salesman by trade and a team roper by birth, his true calling is as a rodeo announcer.

The Town of Colome, SD, tied for second place at the 27th Annual Great American Water Taste Test, held on February 4, 2026, during the 2026 Rural Water Rally in Washington, D.C. The competition featured 41 drinking water samples from across the United States.

Celebrating School Board Recognition Week Each year, communities across the country pause to celebrate School Board Recognition Week — an opportunity to honor those who serve in one of the most important leadership roles in public education. Here in the Gregory School District, this week holds special meaning as we recognize the dedication and commitment of our local Board of Education.

The South Dakota Senate endorsed a proposal on Monday, February 23, 2026, that would allow counties to implement a halfpercent sales tax to reduce property taxes for homeowners. The bill passed the chamber with a 20-14 vote and now goes to a House committee.

Beef is the centerpiece of today’s consumer affordability discussion. The recent drought and the closure of the Mexican border are cited as the reasons domestic beef supplies are so low relative to incredibly strong beef demand.