More than words can say....

I have been trying to write to all of you since this journey began last fall and everyone began to carry us with your prayers and support. The problem is, when I begin, the words are never sufficient to truly say what needs to be said.

Eagle Butte man sentenced to life for Iowa murder

A 44-year-old Eagle Butte man has been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of murder last week in Spencer, IA.According to a criminal complaint filed with the Clay County Clerk of Court’s Office by the Spencer Police Department, Wade St John Sr.

Nominations being sought for SD Ag Ambassador Award

Governor Rhoden is inviting nominations for the 2026 South Dakota Governor’s Ag Ambassador Award, which recognizes individuals or organizations that have made a lasting, positive impact on the state’s agriculture industry.

Highway Patrol announces February sobriety checkpoints

The South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct sobriety checkpoints in 15 counties during the month of February.

Dupree man to serve six months in prison on gun charge

A 38-year-old Dupree man was sentenced last Tuesday, Jan. 20, to serve six months in prison after being convicted of being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm and ammunition.U.S. District Judge Eric C.

Nominations sought for Timber Lake School teacher, support staff awards

The Timber Lake School District is seeking nominations for its annual Teacher of the Year Award and the Missy Stover Award, formerly known as Support Staff Member of the Year Award.Nomination forms are available on the school district website at www.timberlakeschool.

CRST landfill funds included in Senate Appropriations bills

The Senate Appropriations Committee has passed a package of three appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026. Sen. Mike Rounds (RSD) is a member of the committee.

Prairie Parish was first four-denomination congregation

As homesteaders brought their faith with them to the Dakota prairie, four local churches were formed between 1910 and 1913: United Methodist and First Baptist in Timber Lake, Our Savior’s Lutheran in rural Firesteel, and the Independent Church of Christ in Isabel.

SDSU announces fall 2025 dean’s list

More than 4,100 students were recognized for their outstanding academic performance over the fall 2025 semester at South Dakota State University by being named to the dean’s list.Local students on the list include: Sawyer Holzer of Timber Lakr, a student in College of Education and Human Sciencess.

Lake Area Technical College announces the Fall President’s List

The Lake Area Technical College Fall 2025 President’s List recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.A local student receiving recognition is Jessa Hunt of Eagle Butte.