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Where does Chris Ryan stand on the issues facing Squamish? Read his full Q&A here.
1+ hour, 25+ min ago (234+ words) The Squamish Chief asked candidates to answer specific questions in their own words so voters could compare their stances on issues affecting the community. Candidates had a maximum of 200 words to answer per question. Editorial staff made no edits to…...
Gov. Pillen deploys National Guard cyber team after Lincoln County cybersecurity incident
5+ hour, 15+ min ago (474+ words) Gov. Jim Pillen signed an emergency proclamation following a cybersecurity incident affecting Lincoln County and the city of North Platte on Friday. Nebraska's Anthony Colandrea (10) celebrates after making a 50-yard run past Maryland defenders during the second half on Saturday,…...
EMS staffing issues will require local solutions – John Andersen
13+ hour, 30+ min ago (135+ words) John Andersen's columns on Saturdays in the Herald are widely read. Catch up with them -- including his column recalling the massive Peshtigo … 🎧 Behind an idealized image of simplicity and community are difficult questions about education, healthcare, gender roles, individual freedom…...
Lakota Forward Is Building Native Voting Power in South Dakota for the Long Haul
11+ hour, 58+ min ago (413+ words) Image provided by Lakota Forward. OCETI SAKOWIN MAKOCE – Lakota Forward, a Lakota-led organizing effort, is working to raise Native voter participation in South Dakota. It says turnout gaps in reservation communities reflect decades of policy, not apathy. “That is not…...
Trump does not plan to reimburse government for taxpayer-funded ads
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (140+ words) The White House has recently released multiple advertisements labeled “paid for by the US government,” including ads that praise President Donald Trump’s actions in office. Democrats, ethics experts, and watchdog groups have all claimed that the ads could violate federal…...
Opinion | The con of Rath
14+ hour ago (241+ words) Star readers weigh in on the latest from Alberta's ongoing independence debate. Jeffrey Rath, spokesperson for the Alberta Prosperity Project, is leading the charge for an independent Alberta. I see the Alberta separatist leader Jeffrey Rath is jumping up and…...
SD Farmers Union asks governor and lawmakers to approve a state fuel tax holiday
14+ hour ago (216+ words) Black Hills Pioneer PIERRE â As further complications arose Thursday around actions meant to ease the burden of high diesel prices, the South Dakota Farmers Union asked the governor and state lawmakers to call a special legislative session to approve…...
It may be time for professional management in Deadwood
14+ hour ago (182+ words) Black Hills Pioneer Deadwood balances tourism, gaming-related revenues, historic preservation, infrastructure and residentsâ everyday needs. With a 2026 city budget of approximately $25 million, citizens deserve professional administration and clear accountability for public spending. Deadwood should seriously consider a city administrator to…...
Some counties are preparing for early voting ahead of the midterm election
22+ hour, 13+ min ago (168+ words) BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Absentee ballot voting is already underway in North Dakota, but early in-person voting won’t begin until later this month. There are several counties in North Dakota which are offering early voting: Burleigh, Cass, Grand Forks, Morton, Stark, Stutsman,…...
Where does Shaun Veltkamp stand on the issues facing Squamish? Read his full Q&A here.
18+ hour, 38+ min ago (161+ words) The Squamish Chief asked candidates to answer specific questions in their own words so voters could compare their stances on issues affecting the community. Candidates had a maximum of 200 words to answer per question. Editorial staff made no edits to…...