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Jefferson insurance rating could drop
A Public Protection Classification survey was conducted in May 2022 by Insurance Services Officer (ISO) and indicated that the City of Jefferson could drop in an insurance rating if corrective action isn’t taken. The city council learned of this at their meeting Jan. 10.
Barrett places 2nd in Bridge tournament
Karen Lee Barrett, an Elk Point resident and business owner, has played Bridge for a good portion of her life. She has been a competitive bridge player for 55 years and was playing professionally for 20 years.
Farmers can make their own repairs
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and John Deere signed a memorandum of understanding Jan. 8 that ensures farmers’ and ranchers’ right to repair their own farm equipment. The MOU, signed at the 2023 AFBF Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is the culmination of several years of discussions between AFBF and John Deere.
Grossenburg Implement acquires Pedersen Machine
Grossenburg Implement, Inc., has acquired an additional John Deere dealership – Pedersen Machine in Beresford, SD. The acquisition of this location is part of a long-term growth strategy to add new markets and carry forward a tradition of service by investing in people, communities and buildings.
History of Big Sioux Township
Eric Rosenbaum is presenting a discussion about the early settlers of the Big Sioux Township and their role in fur trading, agriculture, military supply and the growth of the area. The event, which will include the discovery of human remains along I-29, will take place Jan.
COLLEGE NOTES
Mount Marty University Katelyn M. Chytka and Calli J. Davis, both of Elk Point, were named to the Fall 2022 Dean’s List Honorees. The Dean’s List Honoree is defined as a full-time undergraduate student completing a full-time load of graded coursework with a minimum term GPA of 3.5.
