Local resident Hunter Penn crosses the finish line. (photo/provided). Mayor’s Mile draws 94 young people Riva Sharples | Editor It was a balmy 40 degrees for the 27th annual Frostbite 4, held last Saturday, Feb. 7, in Beresford. This year, 94 youngsters participated...
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Dr. Kunz now offering chiropractic services in Alcester
Dr. Kunz has opened Alcester Chiropractic & Acupuncture in Alcester in the building formerly occupied by Dr. Val. Kunz offers a wide range of services including acupuncture and traditional chiropractic care (photo/Riva Sharples). Riva Sharples | Editor Once again,...
Shanty Stitchers celebrating 40 years in business
The Shanty Stitchers, owned by Ginny Gustad, is celebrating 40 years in business this week (photos/Riva Sharples). Local craft store promotes the hand arts “one stitch at a time” Riva Sharples | Editor For Ginny Gustad, owner of Beresford’s The Shanty Stitchers, it’s...
A new chapter: Miller leads New Century Press as owner
Sara Stadem | NCP Editor After more than two decades of leadership, New Century Press chief operating officer, Lisa Miller is stepping into a new role, this time as owner. Having spent over 20 years helping guide the company through her various roles, Miller decided...
Beresford one-act play has successful showing
The BHS one-act play “Booby Trap,” by Ed Monk -- was performed last week. The production directed by Carson Johnsen competed at the regional one-act play contest with three actors, Sophia Coe, Hailey Stephens, and Oliver Merriman receiving Superior acting awards...
AH graduate hired as new superintendent at Alcester-Hudson School
Erik Sommervold (photo/provided) Erik Sommervold will replace Superintendent Rhead, who retires in May Riva Sharples | Editor This May, Erik Sommervold, a 2000 graduate of Alcester-Hudson High School, is returning home to take on a new role: Superintendent of the AH...
Fundraiser Sunday will raise money for mission trip to Belize
Riva Sharples | Editor Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend a Belize Mission Team fundraiser happening this Sunday, Feb. 1, at 5 p.m. at the Alcester Community Center. The event, which will include a meal, silent auction, and trivia night, will raise money for...
27th Frostbite 4 Race happening next weekend
Jerry Zeimetz and the Muller family are this year’s honorees The 27th Annual Frostbite 4 will be held on Saturday, February 7, at 11:00 a.m. at Beresford High School. Buses will depart for the start line at 10:40 a.m. Participants can choose between a four-mile run or...
Fighting back against cancer
Spotlight this year will raise awareness and increase knowledge about this disease Riva Sharples | Editor This year, The Republic newspaper and our sister publication The New Era, are teaming together to raise cancer awareness. Six times this year, these publications...
While changes take place at Hudson’s CFE, company is committed to the community
default Riva Sharples | Editor In the wake of last year’s derecho, some changes are happening at Hudson’s Cooperative Farmers Elevator (CFE) location. Though livestock feed is no longer being produced at the location, the company is investing in new infrastructure at...