CRYP annual RedCan Graffiti Jam underway in Eagle Butte

The Cheyenne River Youth Project’s annual RedCan Graffiti Jam in Eagle Butte got underway on Wednesday July 9, and continues through Saturday, July 12, in a celebration of art, music, culture and more.

Germans from Russia Heritage Society Convention slated

Germans from Russia descendants will converge on Mandan, ND for the 54th Annual International Germans from Russia Heritage Society (GRHS) Convention, July 16-19, 2025.The convention will be held at the Baymont Inn and Suites in Mandan.

The volunteer Fire Departments in both Timber Lake and Isabel treated local residents and visitors to impressive fireworks displays after dusk last Friday

Dupree Pioneer Days

Above, Dupree Pioneer Days 2025 Parade Marshal Clint Farlee had a few of his great-grandchildren ride on his float to help him throw candy along the route. Below left, Easton Eisemann of Mobridge was all smiles while competing in saddle bronc riding at the Pioneer Days Rodeo on Saturday, June 28.

Road resurfacing underway between Gettysburg, Onida

On Monday, July 7, a centerline rumble strip project is scheduled to begin on segments of U.S. Highway 83 and U.S. Highway 212 between the towns of Onida and Gettysburg.The project limits on U.S. Highway 83 are from one mile north of Onida to the west junction of U.S. Highway 212 and Highway 83.

Beginnings of new bank

Crews took advantage of nice weather to begin pouring the foundation at the future home of Western Dakota Bank’s new Isabel location on Main Street in Isabel. Located just south of the Isabel Community Center, the new bank will include a drive-up window. Photo by Jon Flatland

Effort to rename federal building in honor of LeBeau still in committee

Legislation introduced earlier this year by Sen.Mike Rounds ( R- SD) to honor the late Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe matriarch Marcella LeBeau is still working its way through the legislative process.

Moreau-Grand will fill four vacancies on board

Four vacancies on the Moreau-Grand Electric Cooperative board of directors occur this year. The deadline for filing petitions is July 21.