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One of Britton’s long-trusted financial institutions is in the midst of a significant ‘changing of the guard.’ Norstar Federal Credit Union has hired their next President/CEO as Jane Duerre, who has held that position to this point, official retires this week. Jay Kruse is taking over the helm of the ship. 05/31/2023 12:00 AM

Memorial Day Activities Set

Area communities will hold special remembrances for deceased veterans on Monday in recognition of Memorial Day. 05/24/2023 12:00 AM

B-H Grads Celebrate Moment

Britton-Hecla Superintendent Steve Benson urged the 31 graduating seniors to enjoy the excitement of the day at the school’s commencement ceremony on Sunday afternoon. 05/24/2023 12:00 AM

All In His Day’s Work

This past winter was a rough one for most in this neck of the woods. But for law enforcement and other emergency responders, it was extra difficult. Marshall County Sheriff Sam Swanson estimates that for every blizzard the area saw, and there were many, he and his deputies responded to four or five stranded or stuck motorists. Recently, Swanson was recognized in a small way for helping a specific motorist. 05/24/2023 12:00 AM

Langford Area Grads Honored

Thirteen seniors received diplomas at the 112th Langford Area Commencement held on Saturday. 05/17/2023 12:00 AM

“If I Were A...”-Young Writers Publish Book

The students in the Britton-Hecla afterschool program, better known as the FUNtastic Club, are a creative bunch. For the second year in a row, the club wrote, illustrated and published their own original book. Last week, a special event was held to share their creation with their families. 05/17/2023 12:00 AM

Graduation For B-H On Sunday

Thirty-one Britton-Hecla seniors will receive diplomas at the school’s Commencement scheduled for Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Britton-Hecla Arena. 05/17/2023 12:00 AM

Langford Area Seniors To Graduate on Saturday

Thirteen Langford Area seniors will receive diplomas during the school’s 112th Commencement set for Saturday at 2 p.m. in the school gymnasium. 05/10/2023 12:00 AM

All-Area Honorees Selected

Six area high school seniors have been named to the MarshallCountyJournal’s25th annual All-Area Academic Team. 05/10/2023 12:00 AM

Courthouse Bond Vote Pushed Back

At the Tuesday meeting of the Marshall County Commissioners, the board made the decision to wait on the bond election for the Courthouse project. Though no official date has been chosen, sometime in August looks likely. The election was originally planned for June 6 and sought to approve a $5 million bond for courthouse work. 05/10/2023 12:00 AM

Once Students And Now The Teachers

“I can’t imagine teaching or raising my children anywhere else,” emphasized Britton-Hecla English teacher Jenna Peters. Peters said this when discussing why she chose to teach in the school district she graduated from 20 years ago. She and many others in the district are part of a noteworthy trend of Britton and Britton-Hecla graduates who have returned to the area as educators. 05/03/2023 12:00 AM

Smithsonian Exhibit Soon At Fort Sisseton

Starting this Saturday, Fort Sisseton State Historic Park will be hosting a new Smithsonian exhibit: “Crossroads: Change in Rural America.” The exhibit has been made possible at Fort Sisseton by South Dakota Humanities. 05/03/2023 12:00 AM

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Poll: TRUMP FIGHTS FOR HIS BIRTHDAY President Donald Trump recently hosted a UFC mixed martial arts event on the White House South Lawn as part of a celebration tied to his 80th birthday and the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary. Some people view it as no different than other entertainers and performers who have appeared at White House events under various presidents. Others believe a professional fighting event was not an appropriate use of the White House grounds. What do you think?

I have no problem with it. Presidents have hosted many types of entertainers and public events at the White House.

It was unusual, but fine.

I think it was inappropriate to hold a UFC event at the White House.

Not sure/no opinion

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