In-custody death at Walter Miner Law Enforcement Facility

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Police Chief Charles Red Crow issued a statement on Tuesday, Aug. 12, confirming the death of a prisoner at the Walter Miner Law Enforcement Facility in Eagle Butte.Miner said detention staff responded to a report of an unresponsive male inside a cell at 7:11 a.m.

Nordyke officially retires from TL Finance Officer duties

Karla Nordyke’s resignation as Timber Lake’s City Finance Officer came a little earlier than anticipated. In a letter dated August 8, Nordyke said her last day of employment was that day.

Mobridge man sentenced to 10 years for drug distribution

U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte last week sentenced a 28-year-old Mobridge man to federal prison for his conviction on a charge of conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. The sentencing took place last Tuesday, Aug. 5.

Corson County Sheriff’s Report

July 217:22 a.m. received a report of a fire alarm at a business in McIntosh. It was found to be a false alarm.1:01 p.m. responded to Hwy 12 and 223rd Ave. for a report of a semi that had run over a mailbox.July 232:15 p.m.

Court Report

Corson County, McIntosh August 4- Robert Maertens, 44, of San Antonio, TX, speeding. Fine and costs $117.50 - Ryan Tholl, 36, of Nisswa, MN, speeding. Fine and costs $137.50 August 5- Henry Shaima, 43, of Bigfork, MN, failure to make proper stop at stop intersection. Fine and costs $132.

Correction

In the Isabel High School alumni photos (Topic, August 7, 2025, p. 8B) Margo (Harris) Wishard was mistakenly identified as Jana Harris in the Class of 2005 photo. We apologize for the error.

Eagle Butte man killed in alleged hostage situation

The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), is investigating a hostage situation and officer-involved shooting that occurred last Tuesday night, Aug. 5, in Haakon County resulting in the death of an Eagle Butte man.

Four Moreau-Grand Electric board candidates are running unopposed

Four candidates for seats on the Moreau-Grand Electric board of directors are unopposed.Petitions have been filed by:• Royce Walker, incumbent, for District 1 (McLaughlin/McIntosh/ Morristown).• Cody Jewett for District 2 (Isabel/Glad Valley). Incumbent Lois Bartlett is not running for reelection.

Timber Lake School menu

Monday, August 18: Breakfast: Waffles, juice, fruit, and milk. Lunch: Pizza, corn, pineapple, and milk.Tuesday, August 19: Breakfast: Pancakes, juice, fruit, and milk. Lunch: Chicken nuggets, broccoli, peaches, and milk.Wednesday, August 20: Breakfast: Yogurt, juice, fruit, and milk.

Timber Lake School calendar 2025-2026

AUGUST13 In-Service14 In-Service18 First Day of School29 In-Service (8:00–Noon) No SchoolSEPTEMBER1 Labor Day – No School26 In Service (Full Day) No SchoolOCTOBER3 Early Dismissal 12:30 pm8 Parent – Teacher Conference (4:00-7:00 pm)9 Parent – Teacher Conference (4:00–7:00 pm)10 No School – Comp Day...