DOT places road conditions camera on Hwy. 20 just east of Timber Lake

Just in time for winter, the South Dakota Dept. of Transportation (SDDOT) has installed a traffic and road conditions camera along Highway 20 just east of Timber Lake.

Fire damages home in Isabel last Friday

A fire caused extensive damage to a home in Isabel last Friday afternoon, Nov. 20, but was brought under control by local volunteer firefighters before the structure was completely destroyed. Firefighters responded to the blaze shortly after noon at the home of Karla Nordyke and Tom Keller.

SHERIFFS’ REPORTS

Dewey County Sheriff Dan Assman November 16 Non-injury accident, handled by officer/deputy, Hwy 20, Isabel Traffic stop, warning issued, Hwy 20/MM 168 Traffic stop, warning issued, Hwy 20/MM 169 Unauthorized use of motor vehicle, report taken, referred to partner agency, Promise Traffic...

U.S. DISTRICT COURT

November 16, 2020 Kate Doreen Condon, 44, of Eagle Butte, convicted of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, was sentenced on November 16, 2020, by Chief Judge Roberto A.

Timber Lake School provides COVID numbers

Following lengthy discussion during the October and November school board meetings, the Timber Lake School District is now reporting COVID-19 case numbers among students and staff on the district’s website.

CRYP delivers food boxes, meals ahead of lockdown

When the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe announced a COVID-19 Shelter in Place order for the city of Eagle Butte to begin Nov. 23, the Cheyenne River Youth Project also closed its buildings to the public. The tribe anticipates lifting this lockdown on Wednesday, Dec. 2.

Will teen use of marijuana increase after legalization in South Dakota?

One major concern of South Dakotans who opposed legalization of medical and recreational marijuana was that it could lead to an epidemic use of the drug by youth.

SD Dept. of Health reports first influenza death of the season

On November 20, South Dakota reported the first influenza death of the 2020-2021 season. The death was reported in Potter County, and the individual was in the 80 to 89-year age group. “Our sympathy is with the family.

Producers not allowed in local USDA offices, options explained for digital access, signing

The Corson, Dewey, Meade, Perkins & Ziebach County FSA offices would like to keep you informed of the following items important to USDA programs.

Lighting contest

Timber Lake is having a residential Christmas lighting contest this year, with prize money of $500, $250, and $125 for first, second and third places.