Hot topics aplenty in 2026 legislative session

Bart Pfankuch South Dakota News WatchWith a slate of hot-button policy issues on the table and limited funding to work with, state Sen. Jim Mehlhaff of Pierre said it is difficult to predict how the 2026 legislative session will play out in the Capitol this year.

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Sheriff’s Report

Corson County Sheriff Alan DaleJanuary 57:10 p.m. responded to a residence in McIntosh for a report of child neglect. Incident was turned over to BIA Police.January 610:46 a.m. conducted a welfare check at a residence in McIntosh.1:20 p.m.

Court Report, Fourth Circuit

Corson County, McIntosh December 22, 2025Brendon Urdanivia, 27, of Rapid City, speeding. Fine and costs $117.50 Deaven McCool, 27, of Watford, City, ND, speeding. Fine and costs $97.50 December 23Johnathan Fischer, 39, of Driscoll, ND, speeding. Fine and costs $117.

FSA announces schedule for county committee elections

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has revised the Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee voting period, and eligible agricultural producers and private landowners across the country should receive ballots this week.

LaCompte joins Indigenous tourism board of directors

The American Indigenous Tourism Association, the only national organization dedicated to advancing cultural heritage tourism in Native Nations and communities across the United States has elected two new board members Stacey LaCompte of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe was elected to represent the...

Timber Lake School menu

Monday, January 19: Breakfast: Waffle, juice, fruit, and milk. Lunch: Breaded chicken patty on bun, California blend, peaches, and milk.Tuesday, January 20: Breakfast: Breakfast burrito, juice, fruit, and milk. Lunch: Chili, cinnamon roll, carrots, pears, and milk.

Michigan man federally charged with drug dealing

A man from Michigan is now facing a federal trial almost two years after he was arrested in connection with a drug case in North Dakota.Ceballos Davis was in federal court in Bismarck, ND, last Monday, Jan. 5, for an evidentiary hearing.

Moran among 40 Under 40 Award recipients

The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development announced last week the honorees of the 40 Under 40 Awards, including a member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe.