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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.
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

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
For Art Rave, courage is not about recognition.
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.The following students met their Accelerated Reading goals and were put in a drawing for big prizes: Kindergarten: Mahleya Brown Otter, Mayzee Martin; First...

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Lawrence named to President’s List

News Staff
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

News Staff
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.

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Dot Campbell’s photos to be available during McIntosh Alumni Tiger Days

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
The family of Dorothy Campbell (Dot’s Photo”) will be in McIntosh on July 17 and 18, during the McIntosh Tiger Roundup, to distribute photos to Dorothy’s former clients. This “last chance” opportunity to obtain photos and negatives will be at her home (304 1st Ave. West in McIntosh).

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Timber Lake School Board Agenda

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Wednesday, July 15, 20267 p.m. Regular Meeting Superintendent Office1. Call Meeting to order2. Pledge of Allegiance3. Conflict of Interest (SDCL)4. Conflict of Interest Disclosure5. Public Comment per SDCL 1-25-1 6. Approve Agenda7. Approve the minutes of June 10, 2026 Board of Education Meeting8.
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