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State Museum reopens with three new exhibits

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
After three years of major renovation work, the South Dakota State Museum in Pierre officially reopened the first three rooms to the public on July 1.In 2022, the State Historical Society received an appropriation from the legislature to renovate the Cultural Heritage Center in Pierre.
Heidi Boldt on Highway 20 during her daily walk.

Heidi Boldt on Highway 20 during her daily walk.

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Isabel’s unsung hero: Heidi Boldt

Ann Arnold
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
The world is full of unsung heroes, those who help out in small ways with no expectation of adoration or reward. One of these unsung heroes is Heidi Boldt of Isabel.About a year ago, Boldt wanted to add walking to her daily routine to help with her health.

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CRYP opens Winyan Toka Win Garden for public tours

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
The Cheyenne River Youth Project at Eagle Butte is inviting community members and visitors to explore the Winyan Toka Win (Leading Lady) Garden. Offered by appointment, the free guided tours are available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Art Rave of Cheyenne River was honored by The Courage Project at an interfaith service at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC on July 3.

Art Rave of Cheyenne River was honored by The Courage Project at an interfaith service at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC on July 3.

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Art Rave recognized by The Courage Project

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
For Art Rave, courage is not about recognition. It is about showing up when families and communities need support.
Big prize drawing winners who met their Accelerated Reading goals are: Front (l-r): Azalea Grage, Wren Jones, Pieter Scholtz, Laysen Gimbel, Marie Bad Warrior, Elsie Maher, Cora Wiedmer; Back: Ava Grant, Finley Boldt. Not pictured: Kinzlee Martin.

Big prize drawing winners who met their Accelerated Reading goals are: Front (l-r): Azalea Grage, Wren Jones, Pieter Scholtz, Laysen Gimbel, Marie Bad Warrior, Elsie Maher, Cora Wiedmer; Back: Ava Grant, Finley Boldt. Not pictured: Kinzlee Martin.

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TL School’s summer reading program wrapped up June 24

Leann Thompson Timber Lake School Librarian
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
The Timber Lake School Summer Reading Program, “Unearth A Story,” wrapped up June 24, with a total of 85 students enrolled in the program.

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Lawrence named to President’s List

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Natalie Lawrence of Timber Lake was named to Bismarck State College’s (BSC) President’s List with a 4.00 GPA. The Timber Lake Topic’s summer intern is being recognized for this academic achievement.“We know and appreciate that every student’s journey is unique.
Greg Garon of Timber Lake talked about paleontology at the Dewey County Library’s Summer Reading Program on July 1. The theme of this year’s summer reading program is “Unearth a Story.” Programs continue on July 8, 15, 22 and 29. Attending last week were: Leon Shoots the Enemy, Rhett Aberle, Marie Bad Warrior, Eddie Vogel, Maren Maher, Rowan Maher, Remi Aberle, and Taylor Dupris. Photo by Ann Arnold

Greg Garon of Timber Lake talked about paleontology at the Dewey County Library’s Summer Reading Program on July 1. The theme of this year’s summer reading program is “Unearth a Story.” Programs continue on July 8, 15, 22 and 29. Attending last week were: Leon Shoots the Enemy, Rhett Aberle, Marie Bad Warrior, Eddie Vogel, Maren Maher, Rowan Maher, Remi Aberle, and Taylor Dupris. Photo by Ann Arnold

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Garon speaks at Library’s Summer Reading Program

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

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A.J. Lindskov named to SDSU’s Dean’s List

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Andrew (A.J.) Lindskov of Isabel is attending South Dakota State University’s College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences and has been named to the spring Dean’s List. To earn this distinction students must have completed a minimum of 12 credits and must have earned at least a 3.
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