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America 250: How an ordinary tree became a symbol of revolution

As we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States, the Gregory Times-Advocate is featuring a column periodically to recount key events and people that led to our country’s independence. In the last installment of America 250 (March 25, 2026), we learned about the Sons of Liberty and the role they played in, often unwittingly, planting the seeds of an independence that few were ready to consider at the time.
Amidst uncertainty, Gregory twin pools open

Weeds beginning to head Across South-Central SD and Northern NE As dry conditions continue across south-central South Dakota and northcentral Nebraska, producers are beginning to notice another concern showing up earlier than usual, weeds are already starting to head. Many pasture grasses and invasive weeds are maturing rapidly due to limited moisture and ongoing warm, windy conditions.
Community powers RASDak’s journey through Gregory Co.

Area motorists may have noticed an unusual number of cyclists on the highway this past week. That is because the RASDak 2026 Fort to Fort Bike Tour passed through Gregory on June 3 as riders made their way from Lower Brule to Burke.
Jr. Teeners extend record to 4-1-1 after week of play

Gregory Jr. Teeners 7 Valentine 11 Even though Gregory Jr.
Gregory Teeners come up short in Baltic tournament over the weekend

The Gregory Teeners played in a tournament in Baltic over the weekend, June 5-7, 2026. To keep everything on schedule, games were limited to five innings. Pitchers were allowed a maximum of 25 pitches, and when they hit that number, the inning ended, and whoever was on base scored. And if a coach called a timeout to talk to a pitcher, the team at bat scored a run.
Two Gregory golfers make their State debut

The 2026 State Golf Tournament was held June 1–2 in Brookings, with golfers enjoying excellent weather conditions throughout the event. Eighth grader Gracie Biggins competed at Edgebrook Golf Course, shooting a 110 on the first day and a 111 on the second day for a two-day total of 221.

Finding balance in a world that never stops

Stress surrounds us every day. We experience it in our personal lives, at work, in our relationships, and through the constant stream of information from the news and social media. We live in a world …

What to do about the screwworm

At the time of this article, there are 25 cases of New World Screwworm in the United States, 24 cases are in central and southwest Texas and 1 case was detected in a dog in southeast New Mexico. The c…

Kenzy announced as winner of Fed Cattle Challenge

Tyler Kenzy was announced as the winner of the South Dakota Cattleman’s Association’s Fed Cattle Challenge at their Prime Time Gala on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Sioux Falls. Tyler represented Gregor…

Rumford back for all the Fun at the Burke Stampede Rodeo

The Burke Stampede Rodeo Committee is thrilled to bring the now 10 time PRCA Rodeo Clown of the year Justin Rumford, to The Burke Stampede’s 36th edition. That’s right, the funniest guy in rodeo, affe…

Gregory Community Players hit the stage

Extreme damage from 131 mph wind brings governor and state response to Highmore

HIGHMORE — Strong storms ripped through portions of central and eastern South Dakota early Monday morning, leaving roofs torn off homes, vehicles tipped over, grain bins caved in and wind turbine towe…

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