Construction begins on 212 through Gettysburg

The South Dakota Department of Transportation has begun reconstructing U.S. Highway 212 in Gettysburg. Work on the project will include grading, storm sewer, curb and gutter, sidewalk, lighting, box culvert replacement, and PCC pavement.

Easter gathering

The annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Dewey County 4-H Clubs attracted a large crowd at the Dewey County Courthouse on Saturday morning, including these enthusiastic youngsters. L-R are Lochlyn Goldade, Logan Ganje, and Brady Biegler. Photos by Jon Flatland

Fire chief weighs in on water

Grady Kraft has been Timber Lake Fire Chief during most of the past 12 years. As part of the discussion about the city’s water needs, the Topic asked him to share some specifics. “We quite frequently encounter a lack of water when attacking a structure fire,” Kraft said.

Timber Lake man involved in Highway 12 crash near Waubay

A Minnesota woman died and a Timber Lake man was injured Friday morning, March 26 in a two-vehicle crash 2 1/2 miles west of Waubay.

USDA expanding assistance programs for ag producers

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced on March 24 that USDA is establishing new programs and efforts to bring financial assistance to farmers, ranchers and producers who felt the impact of COVID-19 market disruptions.

SHERIFF’S REPORT

Dewey County Sheriff Dan Assman March 21 Traffic stop, warning issued, Hwy 20/MM 174 Traffic stop, warning issued, Hwy 20/MM 155 Traffic stop, warning issued, Hwy 20/MM 173-174 Traffic stop, warning issued, Hwy 20/MM 174 Traffic stop, warning issued, Hwy 20/MM 175 March 22 Traffic stop,...

U.S. DISTRICT COURT

March 25, 2021 Vine Janis, 40, of Eagle Butte was indicted by a federal grand jury for assault with a dangerous weapon and assault resulting in serious bodily injury on March 9, 2021. He appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on March 24, 2021, and pled not guilty.

SBA raising limits on EIDL loans

The U.S. Small Business Administration is increasing the maximum amount small businesses and non-profit organizations can borrow through its COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program.