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Milling, paving operation near Lake Norden begins

LAKE NORDEN — Cold milling is scheduled to begin May 8 on state Highway 28 at U.S. Highway 81 for 11 miles to the west. Weather dependent, paving with hot mixed asphalt is then scheduled to …
The Natvig sisters, from left, Catie, Carlee and Kimber, pose by the Army ROTC trailer on the South Dakota State University campus. All are members of the Army ROTC detachment at SDSU. Catie graduated on Saturday from the university.

Natvig sisters committed to serving country through Army ROTC

BROOKINGS — Following a family history of answering the call to serve, Catie Natvig was commissioned into the U.S. Army as a second lieutenant on May 3. The South Dakota State University …

Almost ready for the mov

Construction on the new Fire Station in Flandreau is nearing completion. Workers with WS Construction, the general contractor, were on site this past Friday taking care of final details, including paint and electrical work.
Obituaries
Patrick A. Bamburg
February 10, 1995 - April 20, 2024
Jennifer L. Steinhauer
March 28, 1956 - April 18, 2024
Mary M. Powers
June 2, 1929 - April 22, 2024
Bruce O. Kunze
February 20th, 1952 - April 12, 2024
Dr. Edward L. Ehrichs
December 26, 1942 - April 2, 2024
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US Postal Service's decision on South Dakota operations seemed inevitable

Ultimately and unfortunately, the U.S. Postal Service did what it was always going to do when it was announced last week that it was going ahead with its plan to shift some of the duties of the Sioux …

What reclassifying marijuana means

The news recently that the Justice Department plans to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug is most welcome. But very, very late in coming. President Biden promised during the 2020 …

Elementary Students honor service members with annual poster project

The posters are ones many of us see each spring as we drive along Second Avenue in downtown Flandreau. But if you’ve only ever glanced at the Poppy Day project in passing, the artwork done by local third graders toward the end of every school year is worth stopping, even for a few moments, to admire.

Colman City prepares for sewer and water line improvements

Colman residents are urged to mark their calendars for an important informational public meeting scheduled for May 13, 2024, at 6 pm. The meeting, which will take place ahead of the next City Council gathering, will offer insight on upcoming sanitary sewer and water utility improvements.

Colman-Egan, Flandreau School Districts gear up for graduation

This Saturday marks a significant milestone for both Flandreau and Colman-Egan School Districts as they celebrate their graduating seniors.
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A jacket, a coin, a letter − relics of Omaha Beach battle tell the story of D-Day 80 years later
Between the villages of Vierville-sur-Mer and Sainte-Honorine-des-Pertes in Normandy, France, is a 5-mile stretch of beach that was once called Côte d’Or, or “golden coast.” …
Adaris Rivera, a community leader who found hope and help with her mental health while living in a rural area.
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(BPT) - May marks National Pet Month, and it's a time to celebrate the love and companionship our furry friends bring into our lives; however, let's not forget about the dogs still awaiting their …
How much should college students take out in student loans?
Experian explains that borrowing for student loans is a personal decision based on a student's situation, needs and opportunities.
How does the brain think?
Have you ever wondered how your brain creates thoughts or why something randomly popped into your head? It may seem like magic – but actually the brain is like a supercomputer inside your head that helps you think, learn and make decisions.