Noem offers policy initiatives on meth, pheasants, internet access
Dana Hess, Community News Service Reporter
January 9, 2019
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PIERRE — Gov. Kristi Noem proposed an aggressive line-up of policy proposals during her State of the State speech on Tuesday. She promised to tackle improved internet access in rural areas, increased pheasant habitat and a crackdown on methamphetamine use. Noem pledged that her administration would...
McCrory Gardens host Dog Days of Fall for second year
October 17, 2018
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For the second year in a row, one of the cutest events in Brookings welcomed back its four-legged friends for Dog Days of Fall. The event, which for one day allows dogs inside the formal gardens from noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 14 at McCrory Gardens. Pet owners and pets came in costumes, said Lisa Ma...
Fourth annual Uptown Girls Craft Show kicks off holiday shopping
October 4, 2018
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*This post is sponsored by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs in Brookings Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. First Lutheran Church Gym Eighth Street and Main Avenue The fourth annual Uptown Girls Craft Show brings handcrafted items to Brookings. The General Federation of Wome...
Campus highlights for the family
October 3, 2018
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The first ever Family Weekend is right around the corner, and whether you’re excited about your family showing up on your turf or not, it is likely they will be bursting with enthusiasm. So, it’s important to give them what they came for (no, it’s not restocking your fridge or buying you suppe...
Fun spots around town for whole family to visit
October 3, 2018
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It’s Thursday night and the phone rings. It’s your mom. She says your family is coming tomorrow for Family Weekend and can’t wait to see what you have been up to. Instantly panicking like any new (or old) college student might, a million questions spring to mind; one being: What are we going to...
Drink deals every broke college students needs
September 26, 2018
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Once in a while it can be fun to get all your friends together and head downtown after a long week of work and class. However, this habit can come with a large price tag if you aren’t aware of the different kinds of deals the local bars are offering. So, with the help of the internet and the mana...
Third annual Maker Festival promotes creativity, collaboration
September 12, 2018
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Woodworking, electronics, food, arts and crafts — these are just some of the items that the talented and creative people of the Brookings community will have on display at this year’s Maker Festival. The third annual Maker Festival is being held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 in front of the Childr...
McDonald’s employees receive tuition with Archways to Opportunity
September 10, 2018
McDonald’s wants to invest in its employees’ futures by covering some tuition costs for eligible employees. At McDonald’s, employees can receive as much as $3,000 in tuition through its program Archways to Opportunity. Crew workers can receive $2,500 in tuition if they are employed at the...
McDonald’s celebrates reopening with all-day bash
September 10, 2018
Brooking’s McDonald’s is celebrating a grand reopening of its restaurant on Wednesday, Sept. 12 after three weeks of construction on its lobby area. From 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. McDonald’s is having a grand reopening in honor of the remodel where customers have chances to win prizes. The first 5...
Hidden gems of Brookings
September 6, 2018
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Dozens of businesses are scattered through the Brookings area, each with unique and exciting opportunities for students to get more involved off campus. The hidden gems of the community can be a great way to get off campus and explore. Dakota Nature Park is five miles off campus, its scenic ponds,...
Brookings city and county-wide mental health assessment open
September 4, 2018
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BROOKINGS MENTAL HEALTH TASK FORCE The Brookings Mental Health Task Force is conducting a city and county-wide needs assessment focused on identifying mental health strengths, issues and areas of concern. The task force needs the input of city and county members to support recommendations focused...
Junk Jam event celebrates ‘all things junk’
September 4, 2018
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More than 40 vendors selling vintage, handmade, homemade and repurposed items will soon begin setting up their booths to prepare for Junk Jam on Saturday, Sept. 22 in the Swiftel Center Holding Barn. Local Brookings business owners Aaron and Noelle Morford created the event to celebrate their passion...
Speakers talk on value soil health on Jan. 22-23
January 16, 2019
Men head to Grand Forks in search of fourth straight win
January 15, 2019
New year brings new wave of Wellness Center attendance
January 15, 2019
Otzelberger, Johnson, Stiegelmeier ink contracts
January 15, 2019
Track and Field sweeps UND, hosts meets this weekend
January 15, 2019