News

by Patty Connealy Last September, the Gregory Times-Advocate had a story about Sam Fischer. The grandson of Monte and Delorus Krizan of Dallas, SD, and son of Paul and Brenda (Krizan) Fischer, Sam is on the autism spectrum.

FDS Amplicare, which builds industry-leading SaaS technology solutions that strengthen the health of retail pharmacies and their patients, and HealthPlanOne, a leading provider of Medicare enrollment solutions staffed by licensed Medicare advisors who provide exceptional service, announced the winners of the inaugural Pathway to Medicare Award. FDS Amplicare’s Match solution empowers pharmacists to assist their patients in making informed Medicare plan decisions. Gregory Drug is a silver award winner.

The Sons of the American Legion will be holding their monthly meeting on Thursday, October 21, at the Legion Post in Gregory. The meeting will start at 8:00 p.m. and all members and potential members are encouraged to attend.

The stories of two of America’s most famous Native American leaders will be told during a program at the Cultural Heritage Center on Thursday, Oct. 14.

Dean Rivers is the newest addition to the Gregory Police Department. Coming to South Dakota from the state of Washington, Rivers said that he chose South Dakota because of the lower cost of living and more relaxed atmosphere.

The regular meeting of the Gregory County Board of Commissioners was held at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at the Gregory County Courthouse. Request for financial assistance is denied The board received an application for financial assistance for medical expenses, but a review of the form revealed that the individual does not fall within the guidelines set forth.

Traditional pheasant season opens on Saturday, and the weather promises to be very accommodating for sportsmen looking to get out into the field, with ample sunshine and highs in the 60s, light winds, and only slight chances of rain.

After a beastly hot, dry summer, fall is rewarding the area with beautiful temperatures and sunny days. And now that being outside is actually a pleasant experience, The Farm Festival provides an excuse, besides doing yard work, to enjoy the season.

It’s been said that we’re living in the age of empowerment, and at Dakota Resources, that’s never been more true. And while empowering South Dakota rural communities isn’t necessarily a new movement for us, it remains a chief focus of our Community Coaches and the constituents whom they serve.

To its owner, the FFA jacket is a physical reminder of the personal accomplishments achieved through the organization – a symbol of commitment and dedication for all who wear the corduroy. This fall 319 South Dakota FFA members from 75 chapters, will receive their own FFA jackets through the SD FFA Foundation Blue Jackets Bright Futures FFA Jacket Program – carrying forward that long-standing tradition of pride, dignity and honor.