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Timber Lake High School graduate Jesse Ridl celebrates after receiving his diploma at commencement exercises held Saturday, May 9. He is the son of Jackie Ridl and Ted Smolik. Photo by Marie DuPreez

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Pomp and Circumstance

News Staff

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Things to know about the June 2 election

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Things to know about the June 2 election

Kathy Nelson

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

June 2 is primary election day in South Dakota. Candidates have been advertising and the deadline for voter registration is approaching. The Topic posed some questions about the election to Dewey County Auditor Jamalia Franzen.

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Candidates coming to GOP dinner May 11

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

The Corson County Republican Party is inviting everyone to McIntosh on May 11 at 6:00 p.m. MT for a Lincoln Day Dinner and chance to meet candidates.All Republican candidates for Governor and US House have been invited.

Preparing for emergencies

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Preparing for emergencies

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Participants in Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) training at Timber Lake April 17-19 were (l-r): Matt Stroot, Instructor; Teri Gayer, TL Ambulance; Robin Shaw Jr.

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Fourth Circuit Court

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Dewey County, Timber LakeNovember 17, 2025 State of South Dakota vs. Clarence John Hight, 66, of Dupree. Open container in vehicle, failure to report accident, DUI, marijuana, or controlled drug-no prescription, reckless driving, and failure to make proper stop.

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Sheriff’s Report

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Corson County Sheriff Alan DaleApril 284:18 p.m. responded to a civil matter at a residence in Wakpala.7:14 p.m. responded to the Grand River Casino for a report of a male that was refusing to leave.April 297:39 p.m. responded to a residence in Trail City for a civil matter.April 305:14 p.m.

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Community steps up to help Nevaeh

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Once again, the local community has an opportunity to help one of its own.Nevaeh Fernandez, a sophomore at Timber Lake High School, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. Her treatment will involve travel to Fargo, ND for an undetermined time.

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Highway project now underway on Hwys. 34 and 73

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Work began Monday, May 6 on an asphalt milling project on S.D. Highway 34 from three miles east of White Owl to the Ziebach County Line. Milling will then move to S.D. Highway 73 from Faith south 14 miles.Traffic will be reduced to one lane with flaggers and a pilot car during construction.

Dupree FFA members who attended the end-of-year event. Front (lr): Jada Brewer and Maverick Lemke; Back: Gaby LaPlante, Ransom Martin, Rio De La Rosa, Wyatt Lemke, Zach Dekle, Kwinsy Russell, and Madden Gunville. NOT PICTURED: Enrique Yankton, Garrick Dekle, Minda Woodward, and Bayleigh Cudmore. Photo by Patty Peacock

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Dupree FFA hosts banquet

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

The Dupree High School FFA had their end of year banquet and awards on Monday, April 27. As guests arrived, they were treated to a free supper served by the FFA members. Shortly after the meal, advisors Cassy Woodward and Susie De La Rosa led the event.

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Clarification on Vietnam veterans

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

An “America’s 250th” story (Topic, April 16, 2026, page 16) was headlined: “Vietnam veteran: John Dean Boldt.” It should have stated “Vietnam-era veteran.

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